In 1950, teacher, scholar, and Boy Scout executive Forest Witcraft penned an article for Scouting magazine. One quote remains popular – and powerful – to this day: “One hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind … [Read more...] about Bring Sunshine Into A Child’s Life By Fostering
Volunteering
It’s International Volunteer Day! Here’s What She Is Doing For Our Community
For 72-year-old Amanda Wade Schmitt, volunteering is in her blood. The Iroquois High School and University of Kentucky College of Education graduate grew up volunteering with her parents around Louisville. She said they led by example the importance of giving your time and talent … [Read more...] about It’s International Volunteer Day! Here’s What She Is Doing For Our Community
Feeding The Community
For Louisville native John Zickel, the COVID pandemic brought an opportunity to make a difference in the community. It started when John’s wife, Christine, saw a Facebook post from the newly formed nonprofit Feed Louisville asking for volunteers willing to pick up food donations … [Read more...] about Feeding The Community
Community Supported Agriculture – Eat Fresh And Support The Local Food Economy
It’s Ky Proud CSA Week (February 20-24), and a great time to learn all about Community Supported Agriculture. Let’s dive in!It is no secret that eating fresh produce is a good decision for your health. But did you know that it can also be a good decision for your community? … [Read more...] about Community Supported Agriculture – Eat Fresh And Support The Local Food Economy
A Woman On A Lifelong Mission
Volunteering has been a way of life for 82-year-old Jane Emke. A third-generation member of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), she has been active in the organization for 52 years.Born in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1940, she moved to Louisville in 1967 when her husband … [Read more...] about A Woman On A Lifelong Mission