40 Spot On Quotes About Making a Difference
Published August 28, 2020 Most of us want to make a difference – to not just live, but to live with a purpose. But making a difference usually entails sacrifices. Unfortunately, few are willing to give up the relative comfort of their safe zones for the sake of making the world a better place. As […]
Understanding Homelessness: Causes and Effects
Published August 26, 2020 According to national reports, about 150 million people or 2% of the world’s population are homeless. While 1.6 billion more lack adequate housing. In the US alone, more than 500,000 people are experiencing homelessness on a single night. These numbers may not seem worrying to you. But it should at least […]
5 Homeless Documentaries You Need to See
Published August 21, 2020 National reports show that about 2% of the world’s population is homeless. And another 20% lacks adequate housing. Looking at these numbers, even a grade-schooler can tell that we have a problem with homelessness. And a pretty serious one at that. Despite this, the topic remains taboo. There are only a […]
40 Quotes That Will Open Your Eyes About Homelessness
Published August 14, 2020 Homelessness is something that many people witness but very few are willing to talk about. Even in mainstream media, homeless people are either vilified or glorified. But very few tackle how it really is to become homeless. In truth, homelessness is a perpetual shame of humanity. It’s a tragedy that there […]
10 Ways to Help People in Your Own Little Way
Published August 14, 2020 In a world where a simple good deed goes viral, helping others has obviously become the exception rather than the norm. It’s not that we don’t want to help. It’s just that we’re too absorbed with our own lives that we forget others have troubles of their own too. Because of […]
4 Ways to Use Your Trials to Help Others
Published August 6, 2020 If there is one true thing about life, it’s that everyone is suffering. No one is immune to it – from the wealthiest of men to that homeless guy huddled in a street corner. It comes in various forms and degrees, and we all have our own ways of hiding it. […]
5 Famous Humanitarians Who Changed History
Published July 28, 2020 Human history is filled with wars, injustices, famine, and many other countless tragedies. Though unfortunate, it is during these dark times that the human spirit is truly tested. It is also these tragedies that produced some of the greatest humanitarians who ever lived. According to the dictionary, humanitarians are people who […]
How Much Of Your Money Should Go To Charity?
Published July 22, 2020 Giving back to the community is a selfless act that not only benefits the disadvantaged but gives an unquantifiable amount of joy to the giver as well. But for most people, giving to charity occurs mainly as an afterthought. Meaning, they only give when they feel like it or if they […]
Why You Should Not Put These Items Inside Homeless Blessing Bags
Published August 29, 2019 While blessing bags are always a good idea, we should give more thought to what we’re putting in them. According to a formerly homeless mom, most items in the blessing bags are not what the homeless want nor need. Most importantly, some of those items can harm not just the homeless […]
Top Reasons Why We Should Help the Homeless
Published July 9, 2020 When you see homeless people on the street, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Are you one of those people who think they deserve it for making bad decisions in life? Or do you stop and ask yourself how you can help them? Admit it or not, most of […]
How to Make DIY Homeless Survival Kits
Published July 9, 2020 People become homeless for a variety of reasons. Most of which stems from circumstances that are beyond their control. So instead of judgment and derision, these people need our understanding and compassion. Even if you’re no Jeff Bezos or Bill Gates, you can still help end homelessness. A little help can […]
Movies That Will Tell You The Truth About Homelessness
Published July 9, 2020 Homelessness is one of the most misunderstood social problems in our generation. It doesn’t matter that most of us are just a few paychecks away from sleeping on the streets. Or that we see homeless people on our way to work every day. For those of us who haven’t experienced it […]
Fun Charity Golf Tournament Ideas
Published June 10, 2020 Charity events nowadays are getting more creative. Well, you need to innovate if you’re dealing with a population used to fast-paced lifestyles. One great way of raising funds through charity is hosting golf tournaments. It won’t only provide an avenue to the avid golfers in your community to showcase their skills. […]
How Homelessness Affects Society
Published May 27, 2020 When you see a homeless person on the street, you’d probably feel pity for a second and then go about your business. As long as you’ve got a stable job and a roof over your head, homelessness is something that doesn’t really concern you. Or so you thought. Truth is, homelessness […]
24 Ethics Quotes the World Needs to Hear Right Now
Published May 26, 2020 Have you ever had that moment when the law tells you it’s right but your conscience says otherwise? This is what many would call an ethical dilemma. How you respond during these situations says a lot about the kind of person you are. From a young age, we are taught about […]
Where to Donate Old Eyeglasses
Published May 26, 2020 You may take your eyeglasses for granted, but many visually-impaired people are forced to live without it. According to researchers, there are over a billion people around the world who need eyeglasses but don’t have access to them. At this scale, it’s one of the biggest health crises you’ve never heard […]
Christian Virtues We Need to Teach the Next Generation
Published May 12, 2020 In Christianity, “virtue” is defined as the habitual and firm disposition to do the good. It allows people to perform good acts and give the best of themselves. It is embedded in our being and influences the way we act and react to things around us. In short, our virtues are […]
How You Can Help End Homelessness
Published May 12, 2020 Despite the many initiatives of both the government and the public sector, homelessness remains a big problem in the US. It’s not, after all, something that can be solved overnight. While long-term strategies are needed to totally end homelessness, you can still help in your own way. You may not have […]
Top Mental Health Charities You Can Support
Published May 6, 2020 Studies show that 1 in 5 US adults live with mental illness. This just demonstrates how rampant mental health issues are in the country. Almost everyone goes through a mental health crisis at least once in their life. And yet, it remains a taboo topic in our society. People who are […]
Fun Bonding Activities To Do With Your Teenage Son
Published May 6, 2020 Raising a teenage son is not an easy task. He is at a point in his life where he’s torn between finding himself and trying to fit in. As such, trying to relate to him can be a challenge. You cannot expect him to do the things you used to do […]
