Housing is a big factor in the area of health.
Surprised?
It makes sense if you think about it: If someone is to live a healthy life, they need a healthy environment. If they’re in a healthy environment, they’ll be able to work, go to school, and live an active life.
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…
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.
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.
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
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.
Time: Wednesday, April 10 (mid-DO GOOD Week)
Destination: Philanthrodating at Imperial Charlotte
Target: SHARE Charlotte, American Pit Bull Foundation and Joedance Film Festival
