A few months ago, we discussed what LJF Marketing calls “eat more ice cream”. Today, we want to encourage you to eat more ice cream – with sprinkles – this holiday season! The sprinkles on top of your ice cream (or cherry, depending on preference) refers to giving back to the community as a company.
One of the best parts of the holiday season is that people and businesses with different outlooks and objectives are able to come together and give back. Consequently, there are many opportunities to do so. Make sure you pick one or two opportunities that are right for your business to have the greatest impact. Ideas to get you started are listed below.
Become a fun run sponsor
- Get a team together and train for a run within your office
- Donate funds to help cover costs of the run
- Donate services to fill needs for the run
These options encourage your employees to be active. You can also tailor them easily to fit your budgetary constraints.
Sponsor a child
- Buy a local child’s (or multiple children) holiday wish list
- Pledge to sponsor or feed a child in another country
You will have a direct impact on youth by going this route and they will be thankful for your generosity.
Donate directly to a local charity or hold a donation drive
- Contribute funds to a local charity in lieu of office gifts
- Hold a monetary donation drive
- Collect donations of canned goods and toys at your holiday party
Whether you are drawn to the mission of Montgomery County Youth Services or the Houston Food Bank, the opportunities are endless to support a philanthropy monetarily or by providing for their physical needs directly.
Serve as an office in a philanthropic activity
- Serve as a team at a soup kitchen or shelter
As another, more direct option, serving together gives your company the opportunity to share on a personal level. Sometimes a random act of kindness or a warm smile can be just as meaningful as a monetary gift; this personal connection is what eating more ice cream is all about.
No matter what your budget is, there are plenty of chances for your business to help the community. Let us know how you’ll be celebrating the holiday spirit with your business below.
