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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Cynthia Jones - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/10

8/10/2020

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​What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?
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"Find a cause you care about deeply. 

It might be something that impacts your community or impacts your loved ones.  Once you find your passion, seek organizations that are actively engaged in implementing concrete changes. 

Being part of the change will keep you motivated and inspired!"

- Cynthia Jones

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

​Double click the profile to the right to read it as a large PDF - enjoy! 
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Cathy Jessie Bell - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/9

8/9/2020

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​What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?
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"Giving is rewarding. 

My starting point is children and public education. 

​The rest is history."

- Cathy Jessie Bell

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Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

​Double click the profile to the right to read it as a large PDF - enjoy! 
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Dorothye McKnight Craft - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/8

8/8/2020

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​What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?
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"Find out what is your passion and whether it reflects a love of humanity.

Know that it does not require a certain status or net-worth just a clean heart and open mind.

​Then step back and watch the blessings flow."

- Dorothye McKnight Craft​

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

​Double click the profile to the right to read it as a large PDF - enjoy! 
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Vivian M. Lawyer - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/7

8/7/2020

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What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?
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"Having passion makes it easy to give back. 

​When there is something that stirs your blood and encourages you to have a vision to see the results of providing time, talent and resources, you are doing some good. Commitment to give back is powerful. I like getting fired up to do good.

​I have had mentors to show me the way and I consider my investments carefully.​"

- Vivian M. Lawyer 

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

​Double click the profile to the right to read it as a large PDF - enjoy! 
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Kimberly Prescott - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/6

8/6/2020

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What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?
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"There is a need for black representation in local philanthropy.

​Don’t allow the word "philanthropy" to intimidate you. Your time and talents are as valuable as money, if not more. Don’t wait. Start today. As you continue your journey through philanthropy and social impact, you will find your place. Until then, get involved and get involved often."

- Kimberly Prescott

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

​Double click the profile to the right to read it as a large PDF - enjoy! 
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Janet Currie - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/5

8/5/2020

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​What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?
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"Start by giving your time. Giving back is not only about money. Volunteer with an organization whose mission resonates with you. Learn about their needs and their impact. Once you have a good understanding of the effectiveness of the organization, you can decide if you want to also support them financially.

Often you will find that you will become a part of their broader fundraising efforts by leveraging your network for their benefit."

- Janet Currie


Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

​Double click the profile to the right to read it as a large PDF - enjoy! 

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Thank You for Joining Us for the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Virtual Happy Hour

8/4/2020

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Thank you for registering/joining us for the WGC's virtual “Our Giving, Our Stories!” Happy Hour in celebration of Black Philanthropy Month - hosted by Candace Dodson Reed, with guest speakers Jackie Hrabowski and Cynthia Bell.

We would appreciate hearing your feedback on the event - please take this short survey so we can continue to make our events better. 

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We enjoyed hearing our wonderful panel discuss the three questions that we posed in our daily "Our Giving, Our Stories!" profiles: 1) What moves you to give your time, talent, and financial resources? 2) When did you start giving to issues that are important to you? and 3) What advice do you have for those interested in giving back? 

Click here to listen to the conversation.

Here's a few highlights:

Candace
 - is a long-time supporter of the WGC, and was excited to host the event because as she said "I'm a storyteller, and I understand and appreciate the value of telling our stories, including those about why we give ... I love what the WGC is doing with the "Our Giving, Our Stories!" 31 day profile series of philanthropic women in Howard County as part of Black Philanthropy Month, and it's important to me that the WGC is one of the first giving circles in the country to be a financial supporter of Black Philanthropy Month as well."


Jackie - believes that philanthropy is more than just check-writing, and when asked why she gives, simply said: “Because we can." When invited to share advice for those interested in giving back, she mentioned three things:

  • Be authentic in your giving.
  • Learn to listen as much as you speak.
  • Be smart about how you invest your philanthropic dollars in order to have more of an impact.

Cynthia - believes that "our kids are our future" and that all of us have an opportunity to provide examples of making a difference in the community through our philanthropy. When asked about what advice she has for those interested in giving back, she encouraged others to:

  • Start with where you are living. 
  • Consider the organizations and issues that have impacted you in your life.

We loved hearing from all of you why YOU give, and WHAT you are giving to: 

And, we invite you to Give, Connect and Engage with us:
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  • Give to the WGC - all who give are members of the WGC and there's lots of ways to give. 
  • Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin, read our blog, and check out our website - it's a great way to keep informed about what we are doing and how you can get involved.
  • Engage with us - attend our (virtual) events, participate in our Emergency Response Network and/or consider joining a committee. 

If you are interested in learning more about the WGC, please join us for our upcoming virtual WGC Membership Monday Chat on September 21 at 8:30 am. You will meet members of the WGC’s Advisory Board, hear about our efforts, how you might get involved, and have a chance to ask questions. Join us and register today!

Finally, we hope you enjoy our collective celebration of Black Philanthropy Month through the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" daily profiles series. Please help us spread the word far and wide.

We look forward to hearing from you and keeping in touch!

Sincerely,

Judy Smith & Hina Naseem, WGC DEI Committee Co-Chairs
Barb Van Winkle, WGC Advisory Board Chair
Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz, WGC Executive Director
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Mavis Ellis - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/4

8/4/2020

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What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?

"Find a cause that touches your heart. Then do your homework to determine how you can support it by using your time, talent and treasures. 

Know your limits, but also know that a consistent, committed advocate can impact decisions and the lives of our community members."

- Mavis Ellis

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.
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Double click the profile to the right to read it as a PDF - enjoy! 

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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Dr. Carlessia Hussein - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/3

8/3/2020

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What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?

"Everyone must give back: Today’s society has huge needs and face major challenges in supporting families and helping the young to grow up healthy. Children in their early years of development need ‘The Village’ to help raise them. Today’s young will be our leaders and caregivers of tomorrow. Cash donations to reputable causes are always essential. Add to that the smile, kind words and human touch that your in-person volunteerism brings. We all need that."

- Dr. Carlessia Hussein
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Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

Double click the profile to the right to read it as a PDF - enjoy! 
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WGC in Elevate Maryland's Podcast, Blog & eNewsletter Discussing Black Philanthropy Month

8/2/2020

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Malynda Madzel and Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz of the WGC had a great time being interviewed about our efforts to Celebrate Black Philanthropy Month by Candace Dodson Reed and Tom Coale for the August 2 Elevate Maryland Podcast. 

Listen to the podcast, read Buffy's blog post about Black Philanthropy Month for Elevate Maryland, and read about the podcast in the recent Elevate eNews here.
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Joan Hash - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/2

8/2/2020

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What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?

"Life should not be about how much money and material things you possess but about making a difference in any way you can to uplift those in need.

There is power in using your gifts to create opportunities for others. Embrace this fact and support those causes which inspire you to act. Life is too short but you can find a way to leave your footprint on this earth in meaningful ways."

- Joan Hash

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

Double click the profile to the right to read it as a PDF - enjoy! 

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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Sherifah Munis - "Our Giving, Our Stories!" - 8/1

8/1/2020

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​What advice do you have for those interested in giving back?


"My advice to anyone interested in giving back is – do it!!

Every day we wake up is a gift from God. Now more than ever, it should be apparent that the talents, skills, and resources that we’ve been gifted with are most impactful when serving others. There’s a saying that goes 'give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.'

This is why I founded the Newwave Foundation to create opportunities for educational equality in the next generation so they have the tools they need to live a successful life."

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories!" Daily Profile Series celebrating Black Philanthropy Month every day in August 2020.

Double click the profile to the right to read it as a PDF - enjoy! 


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