“We do not learn from experience… we learn from reflecting on experience.” — John Dewey This past year has been an eye-opening and deeply fulfilling experience. I was constantly reminded that the work we do does not just change the lives of those we serve; it also transforms the individuals who work with communities. This […]
“Every child deserves a champion – an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best they can possibly be”. – Rita F. Pierson I started writing this blog a couple of months ago but decided to take a brief hiatus. The past […]
“When we treat people merely as they are, they will remain as they are. When we treat them as if they were what they should be, they will become what they should be.” – Thomas S. Monson Meeting children from underserved communities can be a deeply impactful experience that stirs a wide range of emotions. […]
“When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” – Paulo Coelho The exciting tradition of making New Year’s resolutions finds its origins in ancient cultures and religious customs. From the Babylonians who made pledges to repay debts to Medieval times when Knights reaffirmed their commitment to chivalry. Various cultures […]
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 […]
Every individual has their vision of what for them would be the ideal world. For me, my ideal world is largely influenced by my recent interaction with the school communities. If I were to envision a new world order today, it would be one where there is equity in education, every child would have access […]
