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Interview: Theresa Kraft, President of Howland Cultural Center, NY
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BY Selva Ozelli ·
09·24·24
In this interview, Theresa Kraft, President of the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, NY, discusses her role and the center's significance. She outlines the historic building's architecture, its transition to clean energy, and its importance as a cultural hub. Kraft explains the center's diverse programming, including art exhibitions, music performances, and community events.
65 Charity Quotes Encouraging Joyful Giving
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BY Isabela Sedano ·
03·14·24
The core of charity is all about taking action for the betterment of society. We curated this collection of charity quotes to drive home the importance of giving and serving. Let the words of activists and authors spark change.
48 Powerful Social Work Quotes to Inspire Your Mission
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BY Isabela Sedano ·
03·29·23
By improving the lives of individuals and communities, social work is a rewarding and impactful profession. But in many instances, it doesn't get the recognition it deserves. That's why we've put together a collection of powerful social work quotes to remind us of the incredible difference social workers make. 
Raising Funds for Earthquake Victims with Art
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BY Selva Ozelli ·
02·26·23
An Interview with Zeynep Parlak of the Westchester Turkish Moms Group, who is collecting/purchasing desperately needed items for the families who survived the devastating earthquake.
15 Community Event Ideas to Bring People Together
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BY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·13·23
Whether it's to bond with neighbors and friends or raise awareness for a cause, a community event is a fantastic way to bring people together. From a local cooking contest to a town charity drive, loads of compelling community event ideas provide options to strengthen local community bonds.
28 Volunteering Facts and Statistics
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06·11·21
The global impact of volunteering cannot be overemphasized. As human beings, we are meant to depend on each other for survival, and volunteering is one way we can watch each other's back. As the facts about volunteering below show, there are over one billion volunteers globally, and they are the foundation of many good deeds […]
Host A Local Community Event
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08·05·20
Community events can be a great way for neighbourhoods to get together, to get to know new residents, or support a local cause. Volunteering at community events can be a great way for young people to learn new skills, take responsibility and contribute to their community. There’s likely to be community organisations in your area that […]
Making connections in the time of COVID-19
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BY Sam Colyer ·
06·11·20
Welcome to #TRVSTLOVES. We curate news, ideas, and inspiration from across the world that demonstrate how real action can accomplish a positive social impact. There’s no denying the utter tragedy of the coronavirus and the number of lives lost. It’s difficult to fathom the impact it has had on individual families as well as the […]
Komb Green Solutions - Creating Nairobi's First 'People's Park'
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BY Christopher Wairimu ·
01·03·20
Komb Green Solutions is a community-based organization formed in 2017 and located in Korogocho, Nairobi, Kenya. Korogocho is home to up to 200,000 people and one of the largest slum neighbourhoods in the area. Here Christopher Wairimu, their secretary, shares their story working to create green and safe places along the Nairobi River.
Why Building Local Communities Is So Important
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BY Sam Colyer ·
06·07·19
Welcome to #TRVSTLOVES. We curate news, ideas and inspiration from across the world which demonstrate how real action can accomplish positive social impact. In this edition we're looking at the importance of building local communities and what they can collectively achieve.
QuickStart Communities: How You Can Alter Government At The Local Level
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03·26·19
In this article, the team from Startup Societies explore how to quickstart communities by providing the means for a place to start developing new ideas and approaches to governance and government. 
Rediscover Purpose, Energise Change
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03·15·19
Those of us working for change, in charities and in growing social enterprises, need to be rediscovering purpose: what we are here to do; and who or what we are doing it for. That’s become a mantra for “purpose led” global businesses like Unilever and Coca-Cola. It should come easily to us. After all, that’s […]

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