7 Ways to Spot Fake Charities After a Disaster

7 Ways to Spot Fake Charities After a Disaster

After tragedy strikes—be it flooding in Florida or a tornado in the midwest—expect two immediate reactions: Well-intentioned people will want to give donations. And scammers will want to take them. Within hours of any disaster, charity scams go into full swing. Even...
A Compassionate Solution

A Compassionate Solution

During ArtPrize, many of us spend a lot more time in Grand Rapids’ downtown area. While you’re downtown, you may be approached by panhandlers. And you may experience the conflicting feelings of wanting to help, but worrying about what your dollars might be...
Kids and Toys: Make Room, with Meaning

Kids and Toys: Make Room, with Meaning

If you have small children, you may already be stressed about the inevitable flux of new toys that will make their way into your home. Making space before they arrive could make things less overwhelming. Carolyn TenBrink, a Cannonsburg Elementary first-grade teacher...