We are all looking for ways to foster more happiness in our lives and according to Psychologist Adam Grant, you can boost your overall happiness by giving!
In Grant's article in Inc, he sites a Harvard Business School study "that concluded the emotional rewards (a fancy way to say Happiness) of giving are the greatest when our generosity is connected to others."
That's why giving in your community, where you have a connection to the people or the organization you are giving to can be the most rewarding. The article continues, "The social connection tied to giving–whether to a person in need in your community or organization or a grassroots charity close to your heart–gives the giver the greatest psychological benefit and boost of happiness."
At the Community Foundation, we help make giving easy by connecting you to local causes and supporting the giving process. Whether you want to make a 1-time gift through our website or want to learn more about starting a fund, we can help you make the process of giving easy. You can learn more on our website.
We are also looking for engaged and committed leaders to join the Community Foundation's Board of Directors. Giving your time and talent is another way to give back.
The bottom line? Find a way to give back and it just might make you happier :)
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The Community Foundation of Jo Daviess County fosters giving and invests in communities in Northwest Illinois. At the Community Foundation of Jo Daviess County, we strengthen the communities in our county by inspiring community members to give, making grants to strengthen nonprofits, and investing in long-term community initiatives. Learn more at www.cfjodaviess.org
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