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Medical Research Should Be Everyone’s Priority

September 30, 2014

By Paul Melmeyer It’s truly amazing to hear everyone’s unique personal story on why medical research is important to them. Whether it’s a parent whose…

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What All Nonprofits Should Know About Corporate Philanthropy

September 30, 2014

While some may think corporate philanthropy means writing a check and calling it a day, many corporations seek multilayered, strategic partnerships with nonprofits that fall…

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Why Good Companies Finish First

September 30, 2014

By Sam Becker What responsibility do businesses have to their local communities? How important is that responsibility to consumers? Turns out that most people consider social responsibility…

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SPLC Court Filing Details Barbaric Conditions at Private Prison in Mississippi

September 30, 2014

By Jamie Kizzire A prisoner at the East Mississippi Correctional Facility (EMCF) told the counselor that his heart was hurting and that he didn’t have…

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Home Outfitted Through Good360 Becomes First Renovated Home to Receive “Zero Energy Ready” Distinction

September 30, 2014

The Department of Energy recently recognized the energy efficiency of a retrofitted 60-year-old home in Garland, Texas, which Good360 helped outfit through a partnership with…

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Burt the Cat Changes Dog Person’s Plans

September 30, 2014

By Cathy M Rosenthal You might call Burt the cat unlucky. He has had 4 homes over the past 3 years. In 2012, he was…

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How The Children’s Inn at NIH Changed Gabriella

September 30, 2014

Here is an example of the “human impact” your donation can have, conveyed by this very sweet note from a Mom who stayed at The…

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Why a Beauty Salon in Guyana is an Excellent Place for Sex Education

September 30, 2014

If you go to Michelle’s beauty salon in Georgetown, Guyana, you might leave with more than a new hairstyle. Inside the small shop, the walls…

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Target, Walmart Get Behind Natural Brands in Major CSR Push

September 30, 2014

By Sheila Shayon Steadfast retailing rivals Target and Walmart came together earlier this month under one uniting topic: sustainability. The pair co-hosted the Beauty and Personal…

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Mom Has Son Arrested & Sent to Boys Town. Now They’re Closer Than Ever!

September 30, 2014

Karen made one of the toughest decisions any parent has to make. She had her son Nick arrested and sent to Boys Town. Today, they’re…

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A Teach For America Love Story

September 29, 2014

How we met: Of course, it depends on whom you ask, but we both agree it was serendipity! The story for both of us begins…

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Smokey Says, Get a Permit, Shutterbug

September 29, 2014

By Gabe Rottman Well, sort of. First Amendment advocates have expressed escalating concern in recent days over a U.S. Forest Service rule requiring permits for…

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