As we navigate the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it is easy to lose sight of the simple wonders that surround us. We become accustomed to the routine, the familiar, and often take for granted the little things that make life extraordinary. It is a humbling reminder that sometimes, we need to view […]
It has been a whole year since we began this incredible journey of sharing the moments that have shaped and reshaped the communities we are privileged to serve. The tapestry of life, forever evolving, has provided us with an abundance of inspiring individuals, from the youth we have encountered, to the school communities who have […]
“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill Philanthropy has always been a cornerstone of human society, providing the means to address pressing issues, support education, and initiate transformative projects. These donations, often made by generous individuals, corporations, and foundations, have an immediate and […]
Inspiration for this blog came from an email received from Donna McGibney, who very graciously permitted me to share her story. It is a story that will resonate with many of you and one I hope will also inspire you. She was just seven years old when her 2nd grade teacher, Mrs Joan Finks, whispered […]
Making time for play is vital and those of us who were fortunate enough to grow up before the emergence of cellphones and technology appreciate the sense of freedom and delight playtime brought. Playtime was synonymous with playing outside, skinning our knees, using our imagination and just having fun. Thinking about my own childhood, and […]
I would like to start with this quote from a former President of the United States as it so relevant to our Education Fund Program and what we are trying to achieve. “Education is like a diamond with many facets: It includes the basic mastery of numbers and letters that give us access to the […]
The Amara Charitable Trust team have been busy these past few weeks planning for their second fundraising event of the year. Our first event in April, themed, “Music with a Purpose”, was a fun-filled afternoon with live music, art auction, delicious food and our wonderful supporters who made the function a resounding success. Attendees got […]
“When you focus on someone’s disability, you’ll overlook their abilities, beauty and uniqueness. Once you learn to accept and love them for who they are, you subconsciously learn to love yourself unconditionally.” – Yvonne Pierre, The Day My Soul Cried: A Memoir History teaches us that people living with disabilities were often mistreated and in […]
As the world marks International Women’s Day, on 8th March, many of us will find ways to acknowledge and celebrate women we know, admire, and especially those women who influence and inspire us, hopefully to be better versions of ourselves. As I write this blog, certain questions come to mind. What is the genesis of […]
In our newsletter that was circulated at the end of December 2022, one reader flagged a specific adjective “underserviced” that we used when referring to communities we work with as opposed to the more commonly used “underprivileged”. Underprivileged is usually used to describe a person who does not enjoy the same standard of living or […]
