Philanthropy is not just for the wealthy. Anyone, through simple everyday actions, can make a positive difference in the world. In The Art of Good Deeds, leaders in the world of philanthropy share personal stories and real-life experiences of the impact of good deeds--not large donations to charity or grand gestures, but simple and practical acts of kindness. This insightful collection of narratives encourages deeper understanding of both financial and social giving through real-life people making philanthropy and good deeds part of their everyday life. A welcome donor-recognition gift for not-for-profits, crowdfunding campaigns, and others you want to either inspire or thank--or both! Here you will meet models of giving whose actions you or your organization can follow to make a real difference. Philanthropic insiders reveal how small but powerful acts of kindness change the world for the better.
“Filled with history and anecdote . . . a walk through the past and a peek at the future of America through the gift of HBCUs and their graduates.” —Publishers Weekly A comprehensive and definitive guide to America’s 107 historically black colleges and universities, this commemorative gift book explores the historical, social, and cultural importance of the nation’s HBCUs and celebrates their rich legacy. Included in this one-of-a-kind collection are: Detailed profiles of each HBCU Illuminating portraits of distinguished HBCU graduates such as Leontyne Price, Thurgood Marshall, Spike Lee, and Oprah Winfrey Little-known anecdotes about pre-Civil War efforts to educate blacks, such as how a white pastor founded what became Lincoln University after his black protégé was excluded from Princeton’s Theological Seminary Rare photographs and archival materials featuring the likes of Eleanor Roosevelt addressing students at Howard University Chronicling the history of education in the African American community, I’ll Find a Way or Make One is not only an unprecedented salute to historically black colleges and universities, but also an indispensable account of some of the most important events of African Americana and American history. “A touching statement to the glorious tradition HBCUs continue to maintain.” —Philadelphia Tribune “A fascinating work of great scope and great detail.” —Cincinnati Herald “The authors provide the historical context for the yearning for education to advance the individual and the race . . . Photographs, historical narrative, and archival materials add to the value of this important resource.” —Booklist
One Missing Person. Two Rival Detectives. Infinite Chemistry. This rollicking thrill ride told in alternating “he said/she said” perspectives is an irresistible blend of mystery, sexual tension, and humor. Jackson Jones and Mackenzie Cunningham have a lot in common. They are both hard-working private investigators with their own firms in Los Angeles, each happily single, and very good at their jobs. But when they’re together, they are like oil and water. After they find themselves working the same missing persons case, the idea of collaborating seems about as likely as a blizzard in Beverly Hills. But once it’s clear that they have been set up to take the fall for a murder, they have no choice but to join forces and make a plan that will expose the truth. Bickering their way from Century City to Malibu and beyond, they find it increasingly hard to deny the sparks flying between them. But with a small army of mercenaries in hot pursuit and a killer intent on covering his tracks, there’s not a lot of time to sort through their complicated feelings. Told in alternating perspectives, this rollicking, romantic thrill ride makes for a swoon-worthy mystery.
A Man and His Seed is a story about exactly that. It tells the story of a young man (Cam) who has been able to rely on his remarkable intelligence to skate through the early part of his life with not much effort. He starts his career and excels despite only having a high school diploma, he has a great social life and all is well. When Cam finds the love of his life and starts a family, things start to change for him. He begins to take life more serious, at home and at work. It isn't until his little girl is diagnosed with a life threatening illness that he realizes just how serious life would get. Cam and his wife (Mira) give their lives to Christ, soon after they accept Christ as their Lord and Savior Cam receives a seed from the CEO of his company. His faith in God is strong, because of the signs he believes God has shown him. To Cam, this seed is the key to God blessing him with what he needs to help his daughter. But as time goes on and his daughter's illness gets worse, the seed seems more like a curse than a blessing. His faith in God is tested in a way he never thought possible. What happens to Cam? Will he trust God? What is this seed for? What is he willing to do to save his daughter? Find out what happens to a Man and His Seed.
Author Dwayne W. Pickett details the life of William Hilton, his exploration of the Carolina coast and the founding of an iconic island. Behind the pristine beaches and world renown of Hilton Head Island lies a history that dates back to the early exploration of the nation. In 1663, William Hilton, a mariner born in England, was hired by a group in Barbados to find new lands for them to settle. Hilton led an exploration of the Port Royal Sound area, where he named a high bluff of land Hiltons Head as a navigational marker for future sailors. The island began as a sparsely populated area on the fringe of English settlement in the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries, when it was called Trench's Island on some maps.
Chipwood, Kentucky. A small superstitious town where everyone has a past, young and old alike. Benjamin, Noah, Adam, and Isaac are the best of friends. The teenagers are walking in the footsteps of their fathers, best friends since childhood. The freshmen need to do some research for a Halloween project that their teacher has assigned. When they agree to perform one of the spells from a witch's manual that Isaac finds in his attic, no one expects it to work. It's just a ritual meant to make the bonds of friendship stronger. The circle of friends is granted the responsibility of being gate keepers in return for their loyalty to each other. As long as the group remains friends, they are given protection from evil. What could possibly go wrong? But when the dead bodies of people from their past start appearing, the boys know that something has got to be done. There are a lot of things the boys do not know. But there is one thing they do know for sure. The color is black.
As a dangerous group of terrorists threatens the U.S., two unlikely heroes emerge. Cane is a rogue assassin. Daniel is a huge, convicted murderer with a long history of violence. Together can they unravel the mystery of the marked men, protect the ones they love, and overcome their inner demons?
“YOUR `-DAYS of `-LIVING are `-NUMBERED!!!~’” To be Certain there are Patterns in OUR LIVES & OUR DEATHS!~’ Patterns so obvious that the Mind cannot Escape Them!~’ These Patterns lead down a Narrow Path to an Awakening of an Understanding that will Illuminate Mankind’s Existence for the Rest of GOD’s Creation’s Existence of Time!!!~’ This Book Unlocks `-MORE of the PATTERNS, SEQUENCES; and, FORMULAS to; and, of; the FACT of DESTINY with and of (`-TIME CONSTRUCTS) that comes along with the Help (of Aids) from My Previous (`-11) BOOKS in Series and SUCCESSION of the REAL PROPHET of DOOM (Mr. Dwayne W. Anderson)!!!~’ Enjoy the READS!!!~’
Great abs don't pop out overnight -- they are built through hard work, based upon sound training and nutritional principles. The Six-Pack Abs in 60 Days program provides beginners with the guidance they need to put themselves in the rare minority with those who have a tight and trim midsection. The most effective abdominal exercises are explained, depicted in motivating photographs, and outlined in an eight-week program, consisting of six routines of varying intensities. As well, numerous aerobic exercises are described and presented in detailed routines, targeting the fat-burning aspect for super six-pack abs. Nutritional principles are the third element in making the most rapid transition from super flab to super abs; therefore, fat, carbohydrate and protein requirements are explained in easy-to-understand terms. Six-Pack Abs in 60 Days lays down a clear foundation and path to achieving and maintaining the streamlined waistline men have always dreamed of -- but now don't have to!
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