November 2016

By Dr. T The Crooked Room is a sociological concept that is summarized in the following description: “In one study, subjects were placed in a crooked chair in a crooked…

December 1st marks World AIDS Day, a time when we pause to remember those who have died due to AIDS; we celebrate the progress that has been made and consider…

By Nathaniel Sillin You should want to know your credit score. After all, your credit can be incredibly important to your financial future. It could impact your likelihood of getting…

Everyone’s favorite season (ok, nearly everyone) is upon us again. Which means it’s time to bring out or purchase a Christmas tree. The Christmas tree is the biggest symbol of…

Shop Local Black Businesses this Holiday Season by Bernard Freeman SHOPPING CHALLENGE Let’s cut to the chase. By now you’ve heard the statistics. Almost $75 of every $100 you spend…

Endless Possibilities with Potatoes Courtesy Potatoes USA Delicious and nutritious, it’s no wonder potatoes are a menu staple for many. Everyone craves meal variety, and potatoes offer a perfect canvas…

Part three of a three-part series Everyone has to have a responsibility for fundraising. We call this a culture of fundraising. Others refer to it as a culture of philanthropy.…

 – part two How to integrate and align fundraising with your mission. Fundraising is the process of attracting people and resources. Yes, it’s about raising money. But it’s also about…

Many people look forward to the holidays because of the festivities – food, entertainment and coordinating schedules to attend events. Many people dread the holidays for the same reason. Yes,…

by Dr. T  “Hope is the power of being cheerful in circumstances we KNOW to be desperate.”  —G.K. Chesterton Among those who are alternately devastated, disgusted, disillusioned and disenfranchised by…