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Our latest 365give blog posts on  daily giving, happiness & impact.

Explore ideas, stories and latest research in the 365give blog that show how small daily giving actions can increase happiness, support well-being and create positive impact in our world. 

A new student with a backpack is warmly welcomed by her teacher and classmates on her first day in a bright, inclusive classroom.

Some First Days Need More Than a New Backpack

A new backpack, fresh shoes, and a lunchbox all help a kid feel ready for the first day. However, none of that tells a child where to sit. It doesn't tell them who to talk to, or whether anyone actually wants them there. That's the part school supplies can't cover,...

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A young man helps an elderly woman with a cane cross a busy street, showing a small everyday act of kindness and care.

What If Peace Was a Verb?

Someone cuts into the lane ahead of you without signalling. Someone interrupts you mid-sentence for the third time this week. Someone stands too close in a slow-moving line, sighing every ten seconds. None of these moments tests your character in a dramatic way. They...

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Man sitting with his head in his hands, appearing worried and overwhelmed.

How to Quiet Worry Before It Grows

Worry is a natural part of life. Each of us will experience moments when our minds become stuck on what could go wrong. While some worry can help prepare us for challenges, too much of it can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Learning how to stop worrying does not mean...

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Diverse group of smiling students gathered in a circle, representing student belonging, supportive classrooms, and human connection.

Connection Is the Curriculum No One Grades

Think back to what you remember most from school, and grades rarely come up first. You will mention a teacher who notices you, or a friend who saved you a seat. Sometimes it’s just a moment someone made you feel like you belonged. That’s student belonging at work,...

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Young girl sitting alone on a schoolyard bench while other children talk and laugh together nearby.

She Knew No One. By Friday, That Changed.

Starting a new school can feel incredibly lonely for a young child. However, when we teach children to reach out with small acts of kindness, everything changes. This heart-centred story explores how one little girl found her place through simple daily acts of giving....

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Woman taking a mindful break at her desk to recharge and stay productive without burnout.

6 Ways to Stay Productive Without Burning Out

Most people try to avoid burnout only after time pressure has already worn them down. Research from the World Health Organization points to chronic stress as the real driver, built up over weeks of overload with too little recovery. This article teaches you how to...

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Diverse students studying together and helping each other with schoolwork in a bright classroom.

The Overlooked Skill That Drives Student Success

What really helps a student succeed? Good grades matter. Study habits matter. Supportive teachers and families matter too. However, some of the most important skills for student success become visible when learning gets difficult. Think about the student who gets a...

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Open book beside a stack of meaningful books and a cup of coffee, representing how reading can inspire reflection, empathy, and personal growth.

Could One Book Change Everything?

Can still picture the book. The spine was cracked, there was a coffee ring on the back cover, and a forgotten sticky note was folded into chapter nine. A friend handed it to me without much explanation. She simply said, “Read this one.” I finished it in two sittings....

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