Teachers Bring the Hope

Teachers Bring the Hope

“Education is the great equalizer of our time. It gives hope to the hopeless and creates chances for those without.” – Kofi Annan Education. Honestly, I think it is something I generally took for granted as a kid. While I did have moments of...
The Multiplied Impact of Volunteering

The Multiplied Impact of Volunteering

Did you know April is National Volunteer Month in the United States? More specifically, the third week in April was designated as National Volunteer Week in 1974. Honestly, I was not aware of this until recently. The reality is there is a day for everything these...
How Can I Help the Homeless Near Me?

How Can I Help the Homeless Near Me?

As I would imagine is true for you, homelessness is an issue of which I have been aware for most of my life. I remember riding in my parents’ car as a kid passing someone on a corner with a sign or pushing a shopping cart containing everything to their name. I...
Great Hope in the Midst of Brokenness

Great Hope in the Midst of Brokenness

Good morning from Westminster, MD! In the past two articles I have discussed how our perception of someone impacts how we treat them, and the need to expand our view of poverty and how to effectively address it. I recently had the opportunity to spend time in...