By Sandy Cyr What makes for a meaningful day? Most people seeking a productive, meaningful life look to doing worthwhile things with their time. Finding meaning often stems from the work we do: having a career that is fulfilling, feeling that you are contributing to...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By John Welch, CFRE, MPA Thirty-eight years ago a man froze to death on the streets of Raleigh. Churches, synagogues and people of faith were horrified – and concerned. They’d been opening their parish halls and classrooms, offering...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Taryn Oesch Over 80 percent of working-age individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are unemployed. Even college-educated adults have unemployment and underemployment rates at about the same level. Being...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Shiraz Ahmed “40 orphans in one room” mentions Talha Javed as he describes the situation of relief efforts regarding for orphans in the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. Due to the destruction, the accommodations made...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Lee Sherman and Bridget Gavaghan Our nation’s immediate and long-term prosperity hinges on ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential and make meaningful civic, social, cultural, and economic...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Jeanne Murray We first highlighted the work of Families Moving Forward in July 2016. We are pleased to share this update on how far they have come since their merger in early 2016. Chocolate and peanut butter. Tony Bennett and...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Laura Zumdahl, Ph.D. Olivia was homeless, pregnant, and sleeping in a shelter until the night she gave birth to her daughter, Giselle. Despite the challenges she was facing, she pressed on and soon, she was referred to New...
By Haily Jones Growing up can be tough, but growing up without the emotional and social support you need as an individual can be tougher. Many kids live their day-to-day lives by routine, and have little positive influence to help encourage and build on their...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Artis Stevens What do you think of when you hear 4-H? For many, it typically conveys cows and plows, county fairs and farms, since perceptions of the organization have traditionally been focused on 4-H’s rural roots, dating back...
Special to the Philanthropy Journal By Heather Brosz White, MPA “Inspirational. Passionate. Enthusiastic. Leader.” These are words teen members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne/Johnston Counties, North Carolina used to describe Teen Director, Raytrell Caldwell....
