Doug Ruch, a 55 year old man from San Antonio, Texas, is on a mission that he calls the “Dying to Serve Tour.” It’s definitely a bitter/sweet story because it all started when Ruch was told by his doctors that […]
Adventure racing is definitely for people who are not only physically strong, but also who are mentally tough. This past year’s Adventure Race was quite an ordeal. The Adventure Racing Association’s National Championships took place in September in West Virginia’s […]
It has been almost three months now that Hurricane Helene’s damaging wind and flood waters swept through Western North Carolina. Currently, there are hundreds of people living in tents and temporary housing while they wait for repairs and new construction […]
While there isn’t a universal “standard practice” for nonprofits to research before giving donations, there are definitely best practices to ensure responsible giving that benefits both parties. Here’s a guide to keep in mind: Understanding the Other Nonprofit’s Needs: Mission […]
Here are some best practices for private non-profit foundations to build strong partnerships with other organizations: Before the Partnership: Shared Mission and Values: Identify potential partners whose missions and values align with your foundation’s goals. This creates a strong foundation […]
In the 1930s, there were some racists laws that excluded certain people from renting places to live. At that time in Coronado, California, a man who was born into slavery in Kentucky named Gus Thompson, rented a house to the […]
What Mentoring Has Taught Me I have been a mentor for 6 years for the uniquely Florida organization called Take Stock in Children. It requires me to mentor a high school student who may be considered at-risk or one who […]
“Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings.” – Jonathan Lockwood Huie Happy New Year! As we come down to the last day of 2023, I am reflecting on the amazing year that Mercy Lab has had with our incredible partners. It’s […]
We have had a very rewarding season at Camp Boggy Creek this fall during the Family Weekend sessions. I coordinate the horses and horse volunteers for the Camp during the fall/winter. We have had three events this fall and one […]
Mercy Lab Foundation has been a proud partner with an incredible organization—Youth Guidance’s Program called BAM (Becoming a Man) located in the Los Angeles area. BAM was originally launched in Chicago to help young men navigate difficult circumstances that threaten […]