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The “Working Poor” Are One Crisis Away From Homelessness
Did you know that in Central Florida, 1 in 6 people are food insecure? Yes, in America! Over 40% of families in Central Florida are…
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Family Violence Exists Intergenerationally Within Far Too Many Families
Family Violence exists intergenerationally within far too many families, in the form of: Child abuse and neglect, Spouse and partner abuse (also known as domestic…
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Let’s Teach our Kids About the Economics of Life – Before it’s Too Late!
Should I buy a coffee on my way to work or make coffee in the office break room? Is taking on student loans for a…
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Make-A-Wish® Challenges You to Support World Wish Day® this April
World Wish Day, April 29, celebrates the day that Chris Greicius’ wish was granted in 1980 – sparking the creation of Make-A-Wish and a global…
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How to Kill a Workplace Giving Campaign
The Tallahassee Democrat recently reported that lawmakers have decided to shut down the Florida State Employees’ Charitable Campaign (FSECC) for good. In its heyday, this…
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350 Advocates From Across the Country Storm D.C. for Population Connection’s Capitol Hill Days 2018
This past weekend, 350 activists stormed D.C. for the weekend to speak out against Trump’s Global Gag Rule, and to urge their elected officials to…
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March is National Reading Month – Join RIF So All Children Have the Ability to Read and Succeed
It’s a startling fact that 25 million children in the U.S. cannot read proficiently and by the fourth grade, 65% of children are reading below…
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – Take Care of Your Health!
Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer in both men and women and the second leading cause of cancer death in the United…
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Celebrate the Extraordinary Achievements of People with Down Syndrome and Other Disabilities
In 2018, people with Down syndrome and other disabilities are celebrating extraordinary achievements. They are graduating high school with their peers, attending postsecondary programs, enjoying…
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World Water Day: Nature for Water
This World Water Day, we’d like you to imagine a few simple scenes. First, imagine yourself on a sweltering summer day, drinking a refreshing cup…
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Recap: Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey made landfall on August 25 and was the strongest hurricane to hit Texas in more than 50 years. The storm killed 77 people. Harvey also…
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Recap: Hurricanes Irma and Maria
Hurricane Irma made landfall in Florida on Sept. 10 as a Category 3 storm after leaving a trail of destruction through the Caribbean, including significant…
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