by Pepper Rutland | Feb 20, 2018 | Baton Rouge, Charity, Corporate Giving, Donations, Philanthropy, Social Responsibility
Spring is an exciting time not only for local charities in the Baton Rouge area, but for groups throughout Louisiana. From cocktail events, to family fun outings, to 5Ks and bike rides and more, there are events taking place this spring to raise funds and awareness...
by Pepper Rutland | Aug 9, 2017 | Baton Rouge, Charity, Corporate Giving, Donations, Philanthropy, Social Responsibility
For the final installment of my 3 part series entitled, “How to Give,” in which I take a look at 6 nonprofits around the country that are fighting some of the most serious epidemics in our country and beyond, I’ve decided to focus on the topic of education. The United...
by Pepper Rutland | Jun 12, 2017 | Charity, Donations, Philanthropy, Social Responsibility
Donations and traditional fundraising can sometimes fall short if presented in the wrong ways. Unfortunately, since giving to charities is a growing practice, charities and nonprofits have had to look for creative ways to reach new and repeat audiences. A new trend...
by Pepper Rutland | Apr 12, 2017 | Charity, Corporate Giving, Donations, Philanthropy
Charitable donations are starting to become a staple in the budgets of millions of Americans. With so many charities, both local and global, to choose from, it can be hard to take the time to decide which charities to give to. Thanks to growing technology, there are a...
by Pepper Rutland | Mar 22, 2017 | Baton Rouge, Charity, Miracle League at Cypress Mounds, MMR Group, Philanthropy
My involvement with Miracle League at Cypress Mounds is driven by my belief that all children deserve an opportunity to play sports. Sports are a major part of many children’s lives, and most people can agree that a child can benefit greatly from them. Sports...
by Pepper Rutland | Mar 22, 2017 | Charity, Donations, Philanthropy, Social Responsibility
In 2016, the web magazine Inside Philanthropy listed its 50 Most Powerful Women in U.S. Philanthropy in an article by Kiersten Marek and the magazines’s founder and editor, David Callahan. The women weren’t ranked, but they were categorized as Mega-Donors, Foundation...
