Impact Stories

Learn more about the biggest issues faced by communities today and how you can get involved with a variety of stories and articles about impact.

Impact Stories

June 10, 2020

Salvation Army begins to reopen thrift stores after COVID-19 closure

When Pasadena Thrift Store Manager Manuel Hernandez compares the store to the

byHillary Jackson

Impact Stories

June 10, 2020

One year and 56 episodes later: Reflecting on the first season of The Do Gooders Podcast

These days, it seems like we could all use a little inspiration—and a reason to

byKristin Marguerite Doidge

Impact Stories

June 9, 2020

Meet the helpers of this moment

It’s safe to say no one has gone untouched by the coronavirus crisis

Impact Stories

June 5, 2020

Water from the hills, a ‘Doughnut Sweethearts’ excerpt

The following comes from the original journal of one doughnut girl, Alice

byAlice McAllister

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May 26, 2020

Salvation Army begins to reopen thrift stores after COVID-19 closure

By Hillary Jackson– Shoppers may have had to wear masks and keep a distance, but

Impact Stories

May 22, 2020

Meet The Helpers: How an emergency shelter operates day-to-day

Here’s a question: How soon can you turn a gravel, dirt lot into a

Impact Stories

May 12, 2020

The difference between holy leisure and unholy idleness

By Alan Fadling– Holy leisure and unholy idleness are polar opposites

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May 5, 2020

‘Daily Word of Peace’ call helps people feel less alone

By Caitlin Johnston– It all started with a desire to help people feel less

Impact Stories

May 5, 2020

Meet The Helpers: Learning how to change course and pastor on

While chapels and pews are empty at the moment due to social distancing

Impact Stories

May 4, 2020

Meet The Helpers: Sarah Bentley created a support line for seniors to call any time

If you’re an older adult, living alone, you can imagine the stress that comes

Impact Stories

May 4, 2020

Meet The Helpers: Evie Russell is keeping supply trucks moving by feeding the drivers

Evie Russell drove a truck for 12 years before having kids and joining The

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One year and 56 episodes later: Reflecting on the first season of The Do Gooders Podcast

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Water from the hills, a ‘Doughnut Sweethearts’ excerpt

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Meet The Helpers: Evie Russell is keeping supply trucks moving by feeding the drivers

Homer homesteading cooking class teaches lost arts

Salvation Army volunteers deliver meals and connection across Billings communities

The Healing Coop: How chickens are helping women stay sober

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