With the not-for-profit sector among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, Black Press Media and BC-based technology company Do Some Good have partnered to help local businesses raise awareness of vital charities and projects in their community.
B次元官网网址淒uring these unprecedented times, charities need our help. At the same time, we want to recognize our local businesses for their invaluable support of non-profits, working to build better communities for all of us,B次元官网网址 says Randy Blair, Chief Operating Officer of .
By partnering with , Black Press Media is providing a forum across its 70 British Columbia communities to recognize the great work that charities, non-profits and businesses are doing during these challenging times.
Through Black Press MediaB次元官网网址檚 exclusive Pay it Forward program, businesses can connect with Do Some GoodB次元官网网址檚 easy-to-use platform that helps community-minded businesses achieve a better return on their charitable giving and share content related to their charitable initiatives.
B次元官网网址淭he greatest support Black Press Media can provide is really to connect the charities with our audiences, raising awareness of both the substantial need and the great work theyB次元官网网址檙e doing,B次元官网网址 Blair says.
The philanthropy-focused program builds on Black Press MediaB次元官网网址檚 ongoing initiatives to support local businesses in this challenging time.
This partnership leverages the power of technology to create stronger communities, recognizing people and businesses that give back, and allowing employees to be more engaged in the communities they work in.
B次元官网网址淲e are very excited about our partnership with Black Press Media. Whether youB次元官网网址檙e an individual, community group, non-profit or business, the Do Some Good platform and mobile app is a hub where you can share good stories, find volunteer positions, support local causes, create and manage community events, and do so much more,B次元官网网址 says Samantha Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Do Some Good. B次元官网网址淭hese connections matter now more than ever.B次元官网网址
Visit to start sharing your good stories and to support your local community.
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Do Some Good is a social enterprise that cares about building stronger communities. Their platform and app help connect people, charitable organizations, and businesses to make a meaningful impact in communities all across Canada and easily help their local community in times of need. As a registered Community Contribution Company, they give back a portion of their profits to community initiatives. Businesses can start creating impact immediately since their paid membership makes it possible for charitable organizations, youth and community members to use the Do Some Good platform for free! Learn more