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Here’s a young man who is taking his generosity to the streets … or should I say, the sidewalks? Once a month, San Francisco artist Michael Swaine positions his vintage, foot pedal sewing machine on the sidewalk in some of his city’s neediest neighborhoods. Then he spends the day repairing the clothes of the homeless, offering “all-day free mending, friendship, …
Here’s a bit of social generosity that deserves recognition. JetBlue Airlines is giving flights to deserving people who then turn round and fly it forward by giving a ticket to someone else in need. One man was flown to Haiti to help build a library and a mom was flown to Portland for a family reunion. It’s a program design …
Here’s what I am keeping in mind this week: “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” Albert Einstein (Click here to return to our Good News stories)
Michele McKeag Larsen and her nonprofit organization, The Joy Team, has one goal, to spread happy messages throughout the world. They’ve spent the last five years sharing their positive messages on billboards, sidewalks, and social media. It works like this. Let’s say you’re waiting for a bus. There on the wall of the bus shelter is the message “Laughter is …
Care to contribute to a wonderful cause? Read on! Though the Indiegogo campaign is drawing to a close, you can still mail your donation to: HLOC, 1482 Buttermilk Lane, Arcata, CA, 95521. To date, HLOC has raised 63% of their fundraising goals to help bring their S.P.A.C.E., a multi-generational performing arts education center, to our rural community. This is a …
To date, HLOC has raised 63% of their fundraising goals to help bring their S.P.A.C.E., a multigenerational performing arts education center, to our rural community. This is a first time effort for our area and it promises to offer great resources, classes, and opportunities for residents of all ages. There’s still time to help them reach their goal. No donation …
The next time you’re in Philadelphia, make it a point to stop by Rosa’s Fresh Pizza, which just may get my vote for the best pay-it-forward pizza parlor in town. Ever since 2014, when one of their customers bought a slice of pizza to give to a homeless man, Rosa’s has made it a practice to do the exactly the …
Rural communities face unique challenges when it comes to the performing arts. While the audiences are there, as well as countless kids and adults who are eager to learn and participate, financial backing can be sorely lacking. Yet for over 40 years, Humboldt Light Opera Company of northern California has managed to produced over 120 musicals, light operas, and operas. …
Mike Dearden, Branch Manager of Wells Fargo Bank in Eureka, CA and Shelley Derr, Business Banking Specialist, have earned top honors in my book! Here’s why. I’ve been supporting ResolutionCare these last few weeks and it’s official – they will be bringing compassionate and much needed services to our community. Thanks to the generosity of many, over $100,000 has been …
We are fortunate to have a real gem here on the north coast, the Humboldt Botanical Gardens. Known for their beautiful collections, meandering paths, and evolving open spaces and projects, HBC also does something very special. They contribute organic produce to feed the homeless. This year, the program grew 1,800 pounds of produce! Think about that – what an amazing …