by Lalena Luna | Apr 1, 2022 | Generosity, homeless, pay it forward
Having grown up in New York, I’ve admittedly become desensitized by the homeless, conditioned to put the blinders on and hurry forward. Even more so after negative encounters with those who are hustling, aggressive, or mentally ill…as well as when making the extra...
by Danielle Napear | Nov 10, 2021 | Generosity, joy
Written By: Danielle Napear Follow I’ve always considered myself a creative person and I know that I am my best when I am with people. I knew that I love community, having fun, and seeing people smile. I’ve turned to many outlets in my life to use my...
by Jodi-Ann Potter | Oct 28, 2021 | Generosity, Hope, joy, pay it forward
Written By: Jodi-Ann Potter Follow I was born in the beautiful island of Jamaica, raised by a single mom and had the privilege to move to the United States when I was 7 years old. I was enrolled in after school activities at a nonprofit after school program called...
by Lou Mergler | Jul 1, 2021 | homeless, Hope
Written By Lou Mergler Follow It started with a prayer… Years ago at an arena speaking event, I heard from and connected with City Relief. Their work in and around my hometown resonated with me deeply, as I had just come to experience homelessness in a whole...
by Emily Ekanayake | May 22, 2020 | Generosity, Hope, joy
Written By Emily Ekanayake Follow “Without love, we are birds with broken wings.” ~Mitch Album I read this line when I was 17, in my high school English class, and it has guided my life. Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom tells the story of Morrie Schwartz, an...
