by Pepper Rutland | Sep 26, 2016 | Charity, Donations, MMR Group, Philanthropy, Social Responsibility
On August 12, 2016, Louisiana was devastated with flooding rains that were said have amounted to three times as much rainfall as the horror of Hurricane Katrina. The Red Cross labeled it, “the worst natural disaster since Hurricane Sandy,” which occurred 4...
by Pepper Rutland | Sep 24, 2016 | Charity, Donations, Philanthropy
Flood victims are still in need of help from the public, as many struggle to resume life as usual just over a month after the historic flood. A number of large charitable organizations like Red Cross (American and Mexican), United Way and Catholic Charities are...
by Pepper Rutland | Aug 1, 2016 | Charity, Donations, Money, Philanthropy
If you were anywhere near a computer during the summer of 2014, you likely witnessed dozens of people pouring ice cold water on themselves, or requesting someone else to do the honors. Everyone, from celebrities to children got in on the action that was dubbed, the...
by Pepper Rutland | Jun 21, 2016 | Charity, Donations, Money, Philanthropy, Social Responsibility
When Apple came up with the slogan “There’s An App for That,” to market their now iconic iPhone, there had already been a plethora of programs and resources in its digital stores, designed to facilitate the lives of customers constantly in search of convenience. Then,...
by Pepper Rutland | May 12, 2016 | Charity, Donations, Money, Philanthropy
So, your business is approached by an organization putting on an event in the town where the both of you are located. The event will require a large sum of money for planning and operations, but it is for a great cause and aligned with the values of your company. Your...
by Pepper Rutland | Apr 13, 2016 | Charity, Corporate Giving, Donations, MMR Group, Philanthropy, Social Responsibility
Leaders of companies around the world use philanthropy as a way to give back to the communities in which they work, some even sponsor ventures abroad. Ideally, the result of such is that the people are enhanced by and effectively part of the company. Likewise,...