Tonight, in the United States, 47 million people, including 14 million children, will go to bed hungry. Food insecurity, or a lack of reliable and consistent access to affordable, nutritious food, causes an increased risk of health problems. HighPoint Charitable Services food … [Read more...] about Working In Meaningful Ways
Volunteering
Into The Unknown: Winging Toward A New Career
At a family dinner recently, my mother-in-law stated that her service as a teacher brought her so much joy that she would choose it again if given the chance. Lucky woman. I have met other people for whom that is true. Their jobs bring them meaning and are a key aspect … [Read more...] about Into The Unknown: Winging Toward A New Career
Carrying Around Kindness
Small, everyday acts of kindness don’t feel small when they are truly needed. Kim Holsclaw of Blessings in a Backpack knows this firsthand: “Being kind has life-changing effects on other people,” she says. Born in Pikeville, Kentucky, Kim is the proud daughter of a coal … [Read more...] about Carrying Around Kindness
Tech To Pay It Forward
Giving back to your community is one of the most rewarding things you can do, not only for those around you, but for your own heart and happiness. With these digital tools, you can easily find ways to stay connected, involved, and inspired. VolunteerMatch: … [Read more...] about Tech To Pay It Forward
Traveling To Give Back
Many of us already have a mission when we travel: relaxation, visiting family, experiencing new cultures. But there are also travel opportunities in which the mission of the trip isn’t to please ourselves but to help others in need. While many mission trips are based on Christian … [Read more...] about Traveling To Give Back