On Monday's National Day of Service, people across the country will honor the legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by volunteering in their communities. But finding volunteer opportunities isn't always as straightforward as one might presume. Many organizations have age requirements ... Read More about Serving Close to Home
Police Preparatory College Bridges the Gap Between Law Enforcement and the Community
Two years ago, Captain Jacques Gilbert of the Apex Police Department saw a need. Nightly news reports showcased the disparity between law enforcement officers and the communities they served. Amid the noise and violence, racial divides widened. Rather than solving the problems in our country, the ... Read More about Police Preparatory College Bridges the Gap Between Law Enforcement and the Community
Ways to have a greener holiday in North Carolina
When it comes to the holidays, a lot revolves around showing your friends and family that you care. But with a little extra effort, you can also show you care about the Earth in the process and reduce your environmental impact this season. Here are a few options to have a greener holiday season in ... Read More about Ways to have a greener holiday in North Carolina
Impact Enterprise in Action
Businesses: Take a Lead on Democracy The U.S. has one of the lowest voter participation rates in the developed world, as low as 36 percent in the last midterm elections. One of the most common reasons people give for not voting is that they're too busy with the demands of work and life. To ... Read More about Impact Enterprise in Action
A Home Away from Home: A Lotta Love Works Magic at Homeless and Domestic Violence Shelters
A young woman, living in Chapel Hill's HomeStart shelter, had folded a tissue on the ground next to her bed. On it, carefully, she had placed her medication to be taken at night. She had no bedside table, so she had no choice but to do this. In fact, there was no furniture in the room other than ... Read More about A Home Away from Home: A Lotta Love Works Magic at Homeless and Domestic Violence Shelters