#SpotlightOnCLT: Supportive Housing Communities

Written by Holly Blackman on May 20, 2019 in

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The foundation of Maslow's Heirarchy of Needs pyramid, you pysiological needs (food, water, warmth, rest), are probably met and checked off the list on ay given day. Chances are if you’re reading this, you’re probably more focused on the higher levels of the pyramid: Love, Self-Esteem, and perhaps, Self-Actualization. Your desire to learn more about SHARE Charlotte’s partner Supportive Housing Communities and your ability to take interest in others means the basics are covered - you have shelter, food, clothing, and safety.

However, this is not the case for many people sleeping on the streets, in abandoned buildings, or on benches of our own City. On any given night, more that 2,000 men, women, and families lack a safe place to sleep.

#52Tuesdays: A Whole Lot of GOOD Came to Town

Written by Nicole Copsis on May 14, 2019 in

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Earlier this month, Charlotte played host to the annual #GTCommunitySummit where leaders from #GivingTuesday communities near and far gathered to share ideas, learn from one another’s successes (and failures), and, perhaps most importantly, dream about the future of #GivingTuesday.

Never heard of #GivingTuesday? Let’s catch you up to speed…

Now entering it’s eighth year, #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many are focused on their holiday and end-of-year giving.

Since 2012, people from all over the world, together, have given over $1 Billion to causes on #GivingTuesday and have made it a widely recognized and growing movement that celebrates and supports giving and philanthropy.

#SpotlightOnCLT: Community Link and Homeless to Housing

Written by Grace Kennedy on May 13, 2019 in

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Lynda Watson was facing homelessness when Community Link's Homeless to Housing program helped her find a safe, comfortable apartment she could afford long-term. Now Lynda is the first person to greet people when they walk into the Community Link office.

SHAREable: 8 Nonprofits Supporting Mothers in Need

Written by Nicole Copsis on May 9, 2019 in

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#52Tuesdays: MeckEd Creates Pathways to Successful Careers for All Students

Written by Addie Rising on May 7, 2019 in

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Not all students in Charlotte have the same opportunities for successful careers.

Founded in 1991, MeckEd is a Local Education Fund, which assists and supports public schools while holding them accountable for providing and ensuring excellence and equity for all of the children and families they serve.

MeckEd’s Career Pathways program serves low-income 16-21 year olds at Vance, Independence, Garinger and Harding High Schools who face barriers to the workforce and bridges the disconnect between students, business and industry, and post-secondary education. The Career Pathways program fosters a better-prepared workforce and creates a pipeline to ensure young people see the relevance of staying in school and that they embrace an attainable path following graduation.

#SpotlightOnCLT: The Housing Partnership

Written by Grant Stimmel on May 6, 2019 in

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They paved paradise and put up a parking lot.

Guess the Counting Crows were onto something.

From the Carolinas to California — and every big city in between — explosive growth has caused transformational change to the places we all call home. In Charlotte, we’ve seen skyscrapers smother single-family homes and big business take over once charming neighborhoods.

Of course this growth has brought fantastic opportunities to our city. More jobs, more dining, more stuff to do. These are good things, yes. But there’s a balance.

Where are we supposed to live?

#SpotlightOnCLT: Affordable Housing Crisis

Written by Nicole Copsis on May 2, 2019 in

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With an estimated 60 people moving to Charlotte every single day, it is no secret that the Queen City has been growing rapidly in recent years. But with more residents comes a bigger demand for affordable housing, one that Charlotte has not been able to supply, causing a crisis. Before we dive into this month's focus, we have to first understand what we are talking about when we talk about affordable housing. The definition of affordable housing is "housing for which the occupant(s) is/are paying no more than 30 percent of his or her income for gross housing costs, including utilities."

#52Tuesdays: A Journey to the Special Olympics World Games, Erykah’s Story

Written by Nicole Copsis on April 30, 2019 in

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Most people have heard of the Special Olympics, but do you know about the Special Olympics World Games? They just took place this past March 14-21 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This multi-sport event for athletes with intellectual disabilities is no small gig- check out these numbers:

7,000+ Athletes
170+ Countries Represented
2,500 Coaches
20,000 Volunteers
3,000 Honored Guests
500,000+ Spectators

….making this the largest international sporting and humanitarian event of the year!

DO GOOD Week 2019 Recap

Written by Nicole Copsis on April 30, 2019 in

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DO GOOD Week may be over, but the impact is not!

8,955 Volunteer Hours Served During DO GOOD Week

2,397 Individuals Activated During Do GOOD Week

1,000+ New Volunteers Connected with a Local Nonprofit

For the full infographic, click here.

Those are exciting numbers- but what about the WHO, WHAT, WHERE and WHY of it all?

WHO: Who helped encourage Charlotte to DO GOOD?

Mission Possible: Find Love While Doing GOOD

Written by Eden Estabrook on April 24, 2019 in

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Time: Wednesday, April 10 (mid-DO GOOD Week)

Destination: Philanthrodating at Imperial Charlotte

Target: SHARE Charlotte, American Pit Bull Foundation and Joedance Film Festival

Objective: Do GOOD

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