Summer is here! And now that school is out for many families, lots of parents, scout troops, youth groups and clubs are looking for fun and meaningful ways to keep kids and teens engaged. At the same time, lots of families are remaining cautious about COVID, especially if any of their kids are too young Read the full article…
Over the last several weeks and months, Australia has been on fire. From coast to coast much of the continent is affected in some way by bushfires–raging wildfires that are reaching towns and cities, devouring homes, businesses, and sensitive wildlife habitat, all made worse by climate change. Fires have been raging outside every major city. Read the full article…
ASPIRE afterschool program in the city of Downey, California, worked with our nonprofit partner, Karma Rescue, to provide visits and assemblies for the K-8th grade youth. The staff and volunteers from Karma Rescue spent time educating the students on Karma Rescue’s mission. The students heard how important it is to find a permanent home for Read the full article…
To fulfill her Bat Mitzvah project, animal-loving, 11-year old Jackie Benjes co-founded the Paw Power Pet Jamboree, a 5K race/walk with your pet in Lexington, MA. Now 14, Jackie has organized this completely kid-run event for the past three years, successfully bringing together businesses, vendors, and even a veterinary clinic in support of furry four-legged friends Read the full article…
