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Katie Blomquist’s Nonprofit, Going Places, Ensures Kids Living Below the Poverty Line Can Go the Distance

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We tend to think about our other basic needs such as food, clothing, water, shelter and medical support. The bikes always have a white base and are detailed with a new, bright neon color annually to denote the year they were gifted. If a child has lacked joy, it can really affect who they are as an adult.”

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How You Can Promote Social Responsibility in the Workplace

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For instance, create a voluntary contribution fund to help fellow employees and their families with unexpected medical costs. Involve them in charitable causes such as food and clothing drives. Even corporate parties and gift-giving makes a difference. Holiday parties and other events are common in the workplace.

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5 Ways to Save Money This Holiday Season (Without Disappointing Anyone)

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So, the holidays and all the cheerful “requirements” that come with it, from gift-giving for dozens of people to taking time off work, can just add another layer of stress in a season meant for joy and relaxation. We need to take the shame and stigma out of wearing [or] using thrifted [or] consigned clothing and see it as a boon to everyone!”

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The truth about the environmental paw print of dogs (and cats) — and how to reduce it

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There are an estimated 77 million individual dogs in America — the highest number since the American Veterinary Medical Association began counting in 1982. At least half of US owners bought Christmas and birthday gifts for their dogs in the past year. Worldwide, more than 470 million dogs live with human families. .

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Introducing the SUCCESS 125

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Leigh Burgess is a creative strategist who uses her gifts to help others. With every escrow they close in 2021 and 2022, they donate a $400 Costco gift card to a person or family in need in Maui—families like a single mother of four who has cancer or a young father with a daughter who has multiple sclerosis. Leigh Burgess. Dany Garcia.

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