Employee Engagement Report Highlights Commitment to our Mission

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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

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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

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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

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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 […]

Strengthening Communities One Story at a Time

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In communities across the Carolinas and into Florida, Thompson delivers critical human services programs to at-risk children and their families. Crucial for building strong communities, these services help our most vulnerable neighbors break the cycle of poverty, neglect, and trauma. By helping adolescents rewrite their stories, we are building a brighter future for them, their […]

Show Your Love: Refer a Child in Need

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Making the decision to refer a child in need for clinical or preventative services can be difficult, but having the courage to be their voice can make all the difference in the world. Children won’t always ask for help, or they may be unaware that help is available, or that they need it. Thompson makes […]