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Hurricane Harvey Recovery Fund

  Watching the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey often ignites a desire to help alleviate the burden of those who are impacted. Nightly the news shows images of seniors standing in chest-high water, children sleeping in shelters, families who realize that everything they own is now gone. However, trying to send food and supplies can […]

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The Power of 1,000 Women

Women’s Leadership Luncheon We are proud to announce that our milestone 10th annual Women’s Leadership Luncheon raised an impressive $197,345! The money raised will go back into the community to fund local education initiatives and help Title-I schools receive an online reader program. This program impacts over 6,000 students and gives them access to a

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8 Unique Volunteer Ideas

This week marks the 43rd annual National Volunteer Week. Established by President Richard Nixon in 1974, this week is meant to inspire us all to band together and make a difference. Perhaps over the years, volunteer events have begun to feel repetitive; maybe you’re not as excited about pitching in as you used to be.

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My Free Taxes

MyFreeTaxes- File Online for Free

Haven’t filed yet? You’re not alone! Almost six million Americans still haven’t filed their taxes yet this year. With less than three weeks left until cut off, this staggering number is concerning to say the least. Anyone will tell you what a pain it is to file, but is that really a reason to avoid

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Day of Action 2017 Book Drive

Day of Action Book Drive 2017

Did you know? Middle-income neighborhoods have 13 books for every 1 child, but low-income neighborhoods have 1 book for every 300 children. This is a fact that many of you are probably familiar with. But here are some other facts that may be a little harder to swallow…   – Students who don’t read proficiently

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AmeriCorps Appreciation Week

AmeriCorps members are being honored for their service right now during AmeriCorps Week. March 4, 2017 through March 11, 2017 is AmeriCorps Week, a chance to honor the hard work of members and alums.  AmeriCorps members dedicate their time to their communities in hopes of making a difference…. and they have!  Since 1994, more than ONE

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