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At the core of our philosophy is the belief that the most powerful force in the world is the individual who has realized their power to do good. At Points of Light, we inspire, equip and connect nonprofits/NGOs, businesses and individuals ready to apply their time, talent, voice and resources to solve society’s greatest challenges.
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We bring business leaders together to serve and solve global problems.
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Engaging the entire workforce in your company’s social impact strategy is a valuable pursuit. Doing so can increase employee productivity, cultivate pride and lead to higher engagement scores and retention rates. More importantly, ensuring equitable access to these activities demonstrates corporate values and directly ties to fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion for employees.
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For Amber Perona, helping others is as simple as planting a seed. And, for the past three years, she’s planted seeds to…
When mental illness strikes close to home, the stigma that surrounds conditions like bipolar disorder and depression can wreak havoc in a…
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It all started with a wounded drummer – a veteran who lost his leg to a road-side bomb in Iraq. He wanted…
Michelle Sergi was inspired by the children and families she visited through her volunteer efforts at Akron Children’s Hospital. She goes out…
Every child deserves a safe space to grow and have fun. Unfortunately, issues such as bullying hinders such growth. With one out…
For Tammy Crosby, encouraging athletic involvement and achievement for all individuals is a priority. But, ensuring individuals with disabilities have the same…
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