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Seismic Shift in Rome: New Catholic Church Document Praises Committed Gay and Lesbian “Partnerships”
By Liz Halloran HRC today commended Catholic leaders meeting in Rome for using new, inclusive language in referring to the LGBT community. The preliminary but potentially…
Obama to nominate ACLU lawyer to lead Justice Department’s civil rights division
By Sari Horwitz President Obama plans to nominate a top lawyer from the American Civil Liberties Union to head the civil rights division of the Justice…
SPLC victorious in challenge to Alabama’s immigrant ‘scarlet letter’ law
It was a minor offense with potentially big consequences in Alabama. In November 2012, four Latino immigrants were arrested for fishing without a license –…
Improving the Health & Welfare of Horses
When I think of freedom, one of the images that instantly comes to mind is that of a horse running free. Anyone who’s spent time…
SIDS, Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month
Each and every day, in communities across America, expectant moms will feel their baby’s first kick; parents will listen to their newborn’s first cry; and…
How Goodwill Helped Cherise Get Out of the Welfare to Work Program & Become Self-sufficient
Goodwill helped me get out of the Welfare to Work program and become self-sufficient by helping me train and providing the tools needed to apply…
Rebuilding Together Alexandria Releases Energy Efficiency Home Audit Ideas as Part of Energy Awareness Month
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Winter’s cold can be a budget buster for many low-income homeowners—many of whom are elderly, disabled and veterans. As part of Energy…
A Psychotic Episode Shouldn’t End in a Jail Cell
By Kara Dansky Michelle Mata wants to be treated the way you would want your mom to be treated. She’s an aunt and a neighbor.…
Glen Campbell, Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, Releases Powerful Final Song and Video
(CNN) — Even if you’ve never been a fan of Glen Campbell, this one’s certain to tug at your heartstrings. The Country Music Hall of Fame…
It’s proven: non-profits thrive when they measure volunteer impact
By Josh Schukman I’ve recently been digging into a report by volunteer software consultancy Software Advice and it has me totally hooked. The report is the product…
Canine Partners for Life celebrates 25 years in grand style
By Nancy Johnson Correspondent The Canine Partners for Life Annual Open House was over the top this year as the Cochranville non-profit held its 25th anniversary…
Behind the Scenes at Make-A-Wish America with Justin Schmid
Make-A-Wish® believes that granting the one true wish of all eligible children can help them feel better – and possibly even get better. Wish kids,…