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Paola Ferrer
Paola Ferrer
Thu, 01/14/2010

Give Wisely

Haiti Earthquake Relief and American Altruism

Tuesday’s catastrophic earthquake in Haiti has mobilized federal, city and state governments, community based organizations, schools, corporations, and individuals towards the relief effort, but many are asking this singular question: what can I to do to help?  read more »

Paola Ferrer
Paola Ferrer
Thu, 01/14/2010

Une pensée pour tout ceux qui souffrent en Haïti…

and a bit of information for people seeking help

Less than 24 hours after what has become one of the worst humanitarian catastrophes in the Americas, a group of government and community leaders gathered at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston’s South End to provide information and hope to hundreds of concerned citizens.  read more »

Paola Ferrer
Paola Ferrer
Tue, 01/12/2010

Skid Row's Insider

L.A.'s only homeless elected official brings incredible insight to city government

Jeff Page has taken his own experience straight to the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council and turned it into powerful advocacy on behalf of the homeless.  read more »

Paola Ferrer
Paola Ferrer
Wed, 01/06/2010

Eyes Wide Open

Volunteering in Boston's 30th Annual Homeless Census

Even if you are –like me- a long-time resident of Boston, participating of its annual homeless census will be like seeing Boston for the first time.  read more »

Paola Ferrer
Paola Ferrer
Wed, 01/06/2010

Baby, It’s Cold Outside…

home heating assistance demand increases

With the mercury dropping below freezing, it is impossible not to worry about home heating and the many people struggling to stay warm… inside.  read more »

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