Do y’all know who Michael Kutcher (@mkutch) is?

He’s Ashton Kutcher’s twin brother, who does great lobbying on behalf of Reach for the Stars for cerebral palsy funding. But what’s sad is that every interview with him is somehow framed around Ashton (and I just did it in this post). I’m an AK fan and all, but doesn’t that just seem wrong to talk… Continue reading Do y’all know who Michael Kutcher (@mkutch) is?

What do you think? Do share!

I’ve had my blog a modest almost-year and I’m quickly accumulating a wealth of posts (almost 300!). I want to know what you enjoy the most, so cast your vote people! If you haven’t read them all, catch up! Good bedtime reading, I’d say. Is it….photography like orange city or don’t jump? My philanthropy/nonprofit/volunteer-y posts,… Continue reading What do you think? Do share!

Super cool crafts for a great cause

When I visited my friend Laura in the Dominican Republic last year, she took our crew to the most fantastic fair trade women’s art co-op, La Tienda. Rachel runs it and sells the works of 30 women from the community. I bought candles, earrings, and necklaces. They unfortunately aren’t able to ship products individually*, but… Continue reading Super cool crafts for a great cause

Living Philanthropic: Day 293: Pine Street Inn

livingphilanthropic: Today’s give is in honor of Carl D, this guy is a prime example of paying it forward. Carl washes dishes part time at a restaurant in Billerica, MA to earn extra money to donate to charity as part of his spiritual path for lessons in humility and sacrifice. He is a true everyday… Continue reading Living Philanthropic: Day 293: Pine Street Inn

LIFT’s Annual Spring Benefit, New York City

liftcommunities: LIFT invites you to join us in New York City as we celebrate a year of growth and achievement and lay the groundwork for an exciting year ahead. If you’re interested in attending, please let me know! I’m on the host committee and and would love love love to have you there!LIFT's Annual Spring… Continue reading LIFT’s Annual Spring Benefit, New York City

My short and sweet guide to gift giving.

A gift for someone should be something they really will appreciate now or in the future. It doesn’t have to be something they necessarily want, but something that will resonate at some point. That leaves the door wide open! Giving a gift shouldn’t be that hard! But it is. Instead of putting in the extra… Continue reading My short and sweet guide to gift giving.