I had to blink a few times to fight away the tears when I happened upon the miraculous work of Maggie Doyne, the founder of the BlinkNow Foundation, and the beautiful children she serves. Maggie was inspired after her senior year of high school while on a 20,000 mile solo back packing trip which included [...]
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Imagine being 15 years old and knowing the likelihood of living to the age of 60 is less than 50% because of the prevalence of HIV/AIDS in your country. Without the necessary resources and sustainable solutions to escape such odds your fate may set in stone. Angela Larkan learned about the dire circumstances of orphans [...]
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I feel that it’s only appropriate to highlight the wonderful support that Charlie Annenberg, Founder of Explore, is giving to veterans with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). From Memorial Day to Independence Day, Dog Bless You and explore.org will provide up to 100 companion and service dogs to returning soldiers who suffer from PTSD. For every [...]
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I have been following many organizations on Facebook and Twitter for the past few years and Loving Hugs is one that always warms my heart when I see photos from the work they do. Wendy Clark, the founder and executive director, was inspired to start the organization in 2007 after receiving a letter from Major [...]
Read more →A recent bicycle theft in Boise, ID has shown that one bad deed can bring out the best in businesses. Brian Gormon, a young man with special needs, had his recumbent tricycle stolen from in front of his apartment on a recent afternoon. It was valued at more than $3,500 and was his only means [...]
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I have partnered with my friend Cheryl Mondloch-Potts and the International Student Services Center at Boise State University to host a presentation by Narayanan Krishnan, founder of Akshaya Trust. He will share his story and answer questions about the life changing moment that began his journey as one of India’s top humanitarians. Since 2002 Narayanan has been cooking and caring for the homeless, disabled, and forgotten. His work was recognized in 2010 when CNN named him one of their top 10 heroes.
Following the event, a fundraising dinner will be held at the Taj Mahal restaurant. Please join us for a more intimate conversation with Narayanan.
To learn about Narayanan:
Please see the event details below and register in advance.
PRESENTATION:
Date: March 25, 2010
Location: Boise State University – Student Union Building: Jordan Ballroom
Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Cost: Free
Registration: Closed
FUNDRAISING DINNER:
Date: March 25, 2010
Location: Taj Mahal Restaurant – 150 North 8th St # 222 Boise, ID 83702
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Cost: $50 – Includes dinner; beverages and gratuity are not included.
Registration: Closed
Call (208) 806-1550 for more information.
Everyday I come across many new organizations online that are tirelessly working to correct gender inequality, poverty, malnutrition, exploitation, environmental destruction, and other issues that interfere with peoples pursuit of happiness across the world. I wonder if these issues are inevitable or are there ways for humanity to co-exist within the world so that everyone [...]
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