The Impact of Sabrina Bingham on Youth Volleyball in the Big Country It takes a special person to see the potential in a child; to speak the words they need to hear to help them believe that they have what it takes. It takes a special person to guide a child to success, understanding it looks different for every person, but that every person is capable. It takes a special … [Read more...]
Straworth: A Story of Craft, Connection and Cultural Worth
FROM GRASS TO GREATNESS In West Africa, way up in the northern region of Ghana, almost to Burkina Faso, is a rural farming village on the edge of Vea Dam. The villagers are resilient despite their poverty. The men farm and the women skillfully weave baskets - a cherished tradition passed from one generation to the next. Elephant grass grows in abundance in that region, and the … [Read more...]
Feel Worth, Fuel Purpose, Find Hope
How Youth Voice, a Local Nonprofit, is giving back to the Abilene Community Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed individuals can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. –Margaret Mead Ben Siburt and Carin Ezzell are thoughtful and committed, and when they were faced with an opportunity to make a difference, they did. … [Read more...]
Abilene Turkey Drive: Providing Thanksgiving Meals, Jackets and Backpacks to Those in Need
A group of friends, one idea and multiple blessings for those in need. That’s how things started one October day during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic – a time that had communities wondering if normality was a thing of the past. As families struggled with providing the basic necessities, the last thing many were thinking about was how to create a memorable … [Read more...]
Council of Service
Few things come along in a child’s life that can truly be life-changing and can shape a young mind and heart enough to impact their worldview. But for Jimmy Pogue’s Cooper High School Student Council members, almost an entire generation of students have experienced just that. While many high school students spend their Spring Break sleeping late or vacationing with … [Read more...]