Most people want to work for companies that give back to society in some manner, but millennials (who will make up 75% of the workplace by 2025) are the generation that will say that this matters to them most, according to a survey conducted for Fortune magazine. Not only does giving satisfy the desire to […]
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Phillip, who recently found employment and is celebrating the journey of recovery, will be presented with a 2005 Toyota Corolla. Without a car, he has not been able to see his children in more than a year. With the vehicle he will receive, Phillip can finally spend time with his kids and will have access
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It’s cliché, but it’s better to teach a man to fish than to give him a fish. Teaching someone to fish can provide meals for a lifetime while giving a fish will only feed them for a night. Successful nonprofits strive to teach individuals how to fish. Meaning, they provide goods and services that enable
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Nonprofits are in business to do social good and help their communities. Unlike for-profit businesses, making money is not their goal. These organizations rely on grants, donations, and volunteers to continue running smoothly. For this reason, nonprofits need outside help. What’s the best way to help a nonprofit organization? It’s hard to say and is
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https://youtu.be/EsD6Mp55AYw Angela, a single mom who is raising her daughter, received a 2005 Honda Civic. She found herself at an emergency family shelter, the Faith House. Through Justice Jobs of Maryland, Angela found stable employment. Scrambling to meet their obligations was nearly impossible without a car, but now she has regained independence, increasing both stability
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At Second Chances Garage, we seek to make a difference in our community by offering second chances for individuals and families on their journey to independent living by providing assistance with personal transportation needs. That being said, we know that transportation is just one piece of the puzzle needed on a journey to independent living,
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https://youtu.be/gsL3rW68qvM Robert, who is the assistant manager of the Wells House properties and recently found steady employment as a computer programmer, was presented with a 2000 Honda Civic. Robert’s new employment brought him work/life balance, however, he was relying on a bike for transportation, which wasted hours of time and limited his opportunities. With his
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https://youtu.be/wzIGndK1Wl4 Scott, who works at the Frederick Arts Council, received a 2008 Ford Escape. Scott has been dependent on riding his bike or taking the bus. As he searches for a second job, his options were limited due to transportation. His family and friends mostly reside in Montgomery County, which made it difficult to see them. Now Scott has access to new
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https://youtu.be/YlePVDuLjzs Jamel, a student at Frederick Community College, was presented with a 2005 Honda Civic. He was referred by from United Way’s Pathway to Transportation Program. After graduation, Jamel hopes to continue his education seeking a Master’s degree in social work. With the vehicle he received, Jamel now has reliable transportation during his busy schedule of work and school. Joyce, with United Way of Frederick County, referred Jamel. Thank you, John, for donating
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https://youtu.be/U4O7WyEqY50 Shelby a single mom, raising her young daughter, was presented with a 2011 Nissan Versa. She works at Weis Markets but has to take the bus or walk to her shifts. When traveling with her young daughter, she struggles with a car seat on the bus. With the vehicle she will receive, Shelby can
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