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High Health Insurance Deductibles are a Struggle for Many

Jan 30, 2023
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Every January 1st, millions of Americans experience the resetting of their health insurance deductible. They’ll have to pay it in full before receiving needed medical services.

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Crafting for a Cause: Using Your Sewing, Knitting, and Crocheting Skills for People Experiencing Homelessness

Jan 25, 2023
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I see you, fellow crafter. Like you, I’ve crocheted a hat for everyone in my family twice. We both may or may not have 100 masks in a box somewhere left over from the 7,000 we made during the height COVID. Perhaps you, too, have sewn a quilt or knitted a hat for every single…

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The Humanist Past and Future of the Republic of Haiti

Jan 20, 2023
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Sixteen months ago, a magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck the southern arm of Haiti, decimating the region. Hospitals lay in ruins, unable to treat the 12,000+ people injured in the quake. Hundreds of thousands were left homeless. Roads, bridges, power plants, and schools were destroyed and have never been rebuilt. Compromised water supply systems have led…

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December Volunteer Network Roundup!

Jan 19, 2023
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Teams in our Food Security Project (FSP) reported 49 events in December, serving 14,613 individual beneficiaries and giving out 5,632 meals!  Additional GO Humanity Service Teams held 12 more service events.

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November Service Team Roundup!

Dec 28, 2022
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Teams in our Food Security Project (FSP) reported 35 events in November, serving 13,802 individual beneficiaries and giving out 5,756 meals!  Additional GO Humanity Service Teams (GO Teams) held 12 more service events.

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People with disabilities face unique challenges on the holidays

Dec 18, 2022
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As I face my seventh Christmas with quadriplegia, I’m saddened as always that the holidays just aren’t the same. It’s not my disability that makes them any different, just the ways society excludes me with this power chair on my butt and no money in the bank.

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Giving in the Name! 5 Ironic Rage Donation Suggestions

Dec 16, 2022
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The season of Festivus is upon us—and we’re gearing up for the Airing of Grievances! And to paraphrase Frank Costanza, we’ve got a lot of problems with some people! Usually we’re more interested in positive action than snarky comments. But after this tough year we asked ourselves ¿Por qué no los dos? So this year…

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Opinion: FEMA and Red Cross are not Champions

Dec 15, 2022
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This piece comes to us from an activist and member of one of the vulnerable communities impacted by ongoing Atlantic hurricanes. Robin Harris is an an organizer for Central Florida Mutual Aid and collaborates with GO Humanity service team Orlando Oasis on disaster recovery. I will never forget the tears that filled Ernie’s eyes. I…

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Get plantable ornaments and cards when you donate for the holidays

Dec 13, 2022
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For our Annual Appeal, we have two ways you can seed local power in vulnerable communities—and seed beautiful wildflowers as our thank you! If you give more than $25 to our Annual Appeal, we’ll send you a plantable holiday ornament. Give $100, and get a box of holiday cards for your family and friends! These…

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Jollof Rice for the Holidays

Dec 11, 2022
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Traveling to Africa is an amazing opportunity and adventure. The music, clothes, and culture are memorable. The food is also amazing. For example, Ghanaian food is to live for! To name a few: Banku and grilled tilapia fish, red stew with plantains, and so much more. However, Jollof rice is the dish! Sweet, spicy and…

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