Have you ever pondered what it feels like to not know where your next meal will come from? For many in Newfoundland and Labrador, this is not a hypothetical scenario but a harsh reality. 🌍 Our latest video delves into the silent crisis of food insecurity happening right here in our backyard. With one in four individuals in Newfoundland and Labrador grappling with food insecurity, the stakes are high. Behind these numbers are real stories of parents, seniors, and students making heart-wrenching choices daily. At Bridges to Hope, we're committed to providing more than just food. We offer hope, a sense of community, and a beacon of light in times of darkness. But we can't do it alone. Here's how you can make a difference: 🔹 Understand that food insecurity is a systemic issue, not a personal failing. 🔹 Spread the word. Talk about food insecurity to break the stigma. 🔹 Donate if you can. Your contribution can change lives. 🔹 Volunteer your time and skills to local initiatives. Every meal matters. Every dollar matters. Every act of kindness matters. Together, we can make a difference. Visit our website to learn more about our programs, volunteer opportunities, and how your donations can make an impact. Share this video to spread awareness and inspire others to join our mission in alleviating hunger in Newfoundland and Labrador. #FoodInsecurity #CommunitySupport #BridgesToHope #EndHunger #NewfoundlandAndLabrador #SocialImpact #NonProfit #Volunteer #Donate #MakeADifference

Within the next year there will be a general election. The UK has a chance to be best the place in the world to grow up. But right now, it isn’t. In the last few years children are facing more challenges. There are more babies going without support from health visitors. More children growing up in poverty - 4.2 million to be exact. And more young people waiting months on a mental health waiting list. But it doesn’t have to be this way. That’s why we, the UK’s five leading children’s charities – Action for Children, Barnardo's, The Children's Society, National Children's Bureau and NSPCC – have come together. Supported by more than 130 organisations from the voluntary and community sectors, we want to make sure the next government has a plan to make decisions for babies, children and young people and put Children at the Table. Will you join us? In less time than it takes to boil a kettle, you can sign our petition and ask the next Prime Minister and Chancellor to be a champion for children. https://bit.ly/3Su1UdK #ChildrenAtTheTable #ChildrensCharities #CampaignsForChildren #Charity

Growing up in the UK should be incredible, but for many children, it isn't. More children are growing up in poverty - 4.2million to be exact, more babies are going without health visitors and more children are waiting longer and longer for crucial mental health support. That's why we need to speak up and call for truly transformational change, now is the time to act! Sign here: childrenathetable.org.uk

Within the next year there will be a general election.    The UK has a chance to be best the place in the world to grow up. But right now, it isn’t. In the last few years children are facing more challenges. There are more babies going without support from health visitors. More children growing up in poverty - 4.2 million to be exact. And more young people waiting months on a mental health waiting list. But it doesn’t have to be this way. That’s why we, the UK’s five leading children’s charities – Action for Children, Barnardo's , The Children's Society , National Children's Bureau and NSPCC – have come together. Supported by more than 130 organisations from the voluntary and community sectors, we want to make sure the next government has a plan to make decisions for babies, children and young people and put Children at the Table. Will you join us? In less time than it takes to boil a kettle, you can sign our petition and ask the next Prime Minister and Chancellor to be a champion for children. https://bit.ly/3Hw09qb #ChildrenAtTheTable #ChildrensCharities #CampaignsForChildren #Charity

Within the next year there will be a General election.    The UK has a chance to be best the place in the world to grow up. But right now, it isn’t. In the last few years children are facing more challenges. There are more babies going without support from health visitors. More children growing up in poverty - 4.2 million to be exact. And more young people waiting months on a mental health waiting list. But it doesn’t have to be this way. That’s why we, the UK’s five leading children’s charities – Action for Children, Barnardo's, The Children's Society, National Children's Bureau and NSPCC – have come together. Supported by more than 130 organisations from the voluntary and community sectors, we want to make sure the next government has a plan to make decisions for babies, children and young people and put Children at the Table. Will you join us? In less time than it takes to boil a kettle, you can sign our petition and ask the next Prime Minister and Chancellor to be a champion for children. https://lnkd.in/eyuRgvYm #ChildrenAtTheTable #ChildrensCharities #CampaignsForChildren #Charity

We agree that having the voices of our young people heard is paramount to improving wellbeing on a national scale. With 2024 set to be a year of change in UK politics, let's ensure our children are the priority. The NSPCC, alongside Britain's biggest children's charities, are asking us to sign their petition for the Government to: 1. Work together to improve the lives of babies, children and young people 2. Put children’s needs and voices at the heart of decision-making 3. Spend more of the nation’s wealth on babies, children and young people For too long, children’s voices have gone unheard. We need change. And that can’t be left to chance! #childsafeguarding #socialcare #socialwork #childsafety

Spread the holiday cheer by giving back to your community! This season, let's embrace the spirit of generosity and make a positive impact on those around us. Here are some meaningful ways to give back: -Donate to Food Banks: Help ensure no one goes hungry by donating non-perishable food items to local food banks or organizing a food drive. - Coat & Blanket Drives: Collect gently used coats, blankets, and warm clothing to support those in need during the chilly months. -Toy Donations: Brighten a child's holiday by contributing toys or gifts to toy drives for families facing financial hardships. Look for an Angel Tree program near you. -Elderly Care Packages: Assemble care packages with essentials or handwritten cards for seniors in nursing homes or living alone. -Volunteer Your Time: Offer your time and skills at shelters, soup kitchens, or community organizations to help serve meals or assist in various activities. - Environmental Initiatives: Participate in clean-up drives or tree-planting events to contribute to a cleaner, greener community. Remember, even the smallest act of kindness can make a big difference! Let's come together to create a season of warmth and compassion. Share your giving back stories and inspire others to join in! #GiveBack #CommunityFirst #HolidaySpirit #SpreadKindness

Novus' Cost of Living Crisis Campaign supports over 500 individuals! In the first quarter of 2024, Novus launched a 'Cost of Living Crisis' campaign to support over 500 individuals. The campaign was a response to customer feedback and the widespread media coverage of the cost-of-living crisis and its adverse effects on millions nationwide. Our teams were mobilized to devise supportive measures; this resulted in a variety of activities, from offering energy-saving tips to customers, contributing to food banks, volunteering in community kitchens, organizing coffee mornings, providing financial well-being advice, to refurbishing a Community Café. A total of 25 different initiatives were carried out, positively affecting over 500 people, with donations exceeding £5000, and volunteers dedicating 60 hours of service. The feedback from those who received support has been overwhelmingly positive, significantly impacting the lives of individuals, families, and community groups in the areas where we operate who are most in need of assistance. A big thank you to all the Novus employees who took part and made a difference. #SocialValue #GivingBack #CostOfLivingCrisis

Children and young people today are facing increasingly more challenges - from more children growing up in poverty to waiting lists for mental health support spiralling. It's more important than ever for the the next Government to put babies, children and young people at the heart of policy making, and to put Children at the Table. Do sign up to the Children Coalition's petition to ask the next Prime Minister, whoever it is, to be a champion for children: https://bit.ly/3Su1UdK