October is National Bullying Prevention Month
Launched in 2006 by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center, National Bullying Prevention Month takes place every October with the goal of raising awareness, promoting kindness and inclusion, and educating parents, teachers, and communities about the serious impact of bullying. How do children become bullies? How can we prevent it from happening? What can we do […]
Thompson Approach to Improving Access to Quality Child Care
Families across the nation are facing a crisis when it comes to child care. Our system is mostly broken and the challenges of accessing affordable, high-quality child care are particularly pronounced for poorer, disadvantaged communities. At Thompson, we’re working hard to solve this problem for the children and families who are most held back by […]
Employee Engagement Report Highlights Commitment to our Mission
Employee engagement is the level of commitment, passion, and loyalty our team members feel toward Thompson and our organizational goals. Engagement matters, because committed employees are more effective, more productive, and highly motivated to deliver quality services that lead to positive outcomes for children and families. In July of 2024, Thompson conducted an Employee Engagement […]
What to Look for When Funding a Nonprofit
When choosing the right nonprofit to support, funders need to be strategic and discerning. It’s not enough to find an organization with a mission and cause you support, due diligence must be completed to make sure every dollar you give translates to real impact. Earlier this year, The Center for Effective Philanthropy released a report […]
The Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering isn’t just about giving back, making a difference, and feeling warmth in your heart and soul. Believe it or not, donating your time to a great cause has been shown to be good for you! Research indicates that volunteering provides several mental health benefits for people of all ages, reducing feelings of loneliness, enhancing […]
Fun Calming Activities for Kids
Helping children deal with mental health issues can be stressful, especially if you don’t have the means to afford professional guidance. Luckily, there are a lot of ways to help kids to stay calm and become more centered at home – and many of these activities don’t cost a penny! Here are 10 fantastic calm-down […]