“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” Monday Motivation from Anne Frank, a child wise beyond her years. Even though her life was tragically short, her writings have inspired generations. May we all take her advice to heart this week and not let another […]
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Ending Hunger with an App
There’s a new app that is addressing an issue that is prevalent around the world and central to our work: #hunger. Companies can use the Copia app, and if they had an event, for instance, the leftover food would be picked up and donated to a food pantry or homeless shelter. Our current greenhouse project in […]
Dalai Lama Wisdom
“It is not enough to be compassionate – you must act.” This Motivational Monday quote comes from the wise Dalai Lama. Use your kindness with your talents and change the world.
Technology and Human Rights
Here’s a cool story about the merging of technology with social justice. Now satellites are being used to expose human rights violations. This is really important because lots of places where these violations are occurring don’t allow outsiders. But, now with this new technology we can have a better idea of what’s happening in […]
Inspiration for Education
“There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world. Love of books is the best of all.” This Motivation Monday quote comes from former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Instilling the love of reading and school can open the world for any child, regardless of what circumstance they are currently in. Let’s dedicate this […]
Changing Lives One LED Lightbulb at a Time
By: Jacqueline Herrera, Co-founder and Director A while back, I wrote about how excited we were about our partnership with Engineers without Borders, an organization comprised of professional engineers who provide low cost or pro bono services to organizations doing development in the field. Since we take on some really diverse, and often fascinating […]
Motivation Monday for the Start of Spring
“Either you run the day, or the day runs you.”- Jim Rohn It’s the first week of spring now: a time for renewal and growth. Take control of your day and get this week off to a great start. How are you going to spring into action and #MakeADifference?
Believe You Can and You’re Halfway There
“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” This Motivation Monday quote comes from Theodore Roosevelt and we think it’s the perfect inspiration to start this week off with. Sometimes it’s hard to see how things will get better, but it’s important to have a vision for the future, so you can achieve your goals. […]
