It can seem like members of the press are only interested in bad news, we've all heard, 'bad news sells papers'. But it's simply not true. Take for example, The Optimist. OptimistWorld.com provides a definitive source for all positive news across a wide range of topics from sport and travel to corporate responsibility and small charity activity. The site celebrates and promotes all the good aspects of life, people and the world, publishing daily stories that inspire positivity. If you are small business doing something good - get in touch with them!
And if you are a small Charity, then there is an extra bonus! OptimistWorld.com has today launched its Charity Awards to honour the amazing work undertaken by UK fundraisers and small to medium sized UK-registered charities. With over 150,000 small to medium sized charities registered in the UK alone, the Optimist Charity Awards is offering all charities with a turnover of up to £1million, the opportunity to compete for the ‘Optimist Charity of the Year Award’ winning a substantial cash donation and global recognition for the great work that they do.
All entrants can register online at: http://optimistworld.com/Charities.aspx. The deadline for application is November 1st, 2009, however spaces are limited and will be filled on a first come first served basis. Each week at least five charities will be featured on the site, with one voted into the finals by the public until the ultimate event which takes place on January 18th 2010.
As the country faces difficult economic times, many companies have been forced to tighten their purse strings, with charity donations often the first budget to be cut. But green shoots are appearing and OptmistWorld.com is delighted to find that large corporations such as HSBC Amanah are providing their much-needed support, by being the first sponsors of the awards.
