Nourishing Communities: The Role of Nutrition Education and Access in Fighting Food Insecurity
In a world where access to nutritious food is not guaranteed for everyone, the fight against food insecurity is more important than ever....
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Kelly Wood
Feb 272 min read
Navigating the Complexities of Multi-Generational Living in Poverty
Multi-generational living in poverty is a complex and multifaceted issue that presents both opportunities and challenges for families and...
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Kelly Wood
Jan 302 min read
The Importance of Treating Persons Living Below the Poverty Line with Respect and Dignity in Non-Profit Organizations
In the realm of non-profit organizations, a commitment to serving those in need often takes center stage. Among the most vulnerable...
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Kelly Wood
Dec 27, 20233 min read
Embrace the New Year with Purpose
As we step into a brand new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on the positive changes we want to bring into our lives and the lives...
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Kelly Wood
Nov 27, 20232 min read
Christmastime: Celebration? or Sorrow?
While Christmas is often associated with joy, celebration, and abundance, it's important to acknowledge that not everyone has the means...
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Kelly Wood
Oct 23, 20232 min read
Thanksgiving Bags…More than just a meal
During the holiday season, many families experience the harsh reality of poverty. While Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and...
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Kelly Wood
Sep 25, 20232 min read
5 Ways You Can Help Fight Poverty in Your Community
In a world where poverty and food insecurity are persistent challenges, it is crucial for us to come together as a community and make a...
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Kelly Wood
Aug 28, 20232 min read
September is National Recovery Month!
Addiction recovery is a challenging journey that requires compassion, support, and the right resources. For those struggling with drug or...
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Kelly Wood
Jul 31, 20233 min read
Hygiene Poverty: How it affects both physical and mental health
What is hygiene poverty and how does hygiene benefit those in poverty? For those who live below the poverty line in the United States,...
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Kelly Wood
Jun 26, 20232 min read
Doing Good Does You Good: Benefits to Volunteering in Your Community
Volunteering feels good. But why? Research has shown that volunteering offers many benefits. When giving back to the community, these...
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Kelly Wood
May 26, 20232 min read
BIRTHDAY JOY!
Birthdays. We all have one. We all hope to be celebrated on it. But what happens when your family can’t afford a big to-do? Or, even...
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Kelly Wood
Apr 25, 20232 min read
The God of Many Names
Christians know God by many names, LORD, Heavenly Father, and Creator being among them. When you begin to study the Bible, you see that...
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Kelly Wood
Mar 29, 20233 min read
Surviving Below the Poverty Line
Have you ever experienced living in poverty? If not, have you ever taken a deep dive into finding out what it's like living in poverty or...
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Kelly Wood
Feb 24, 20233 min read
Housing Instability: How Community Resources Can Work Together to Help
Serving low-income families has the potential to bring tremendous benefit to our community. Working together to meet the needs of this...
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Kelly Wood
Feb 7, 20232 min read
A Hand-Up, Not a Hand-Out
"I was referred here by another client at a time when I had nothing. I was starting over from a bad relationship and had moved into a...
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Kelly Wood
Jan 26, 20232 min read
We All Want to be Seen, Heard, and Loved.
Sexually molested from ages 4-12, Fay had a rough start in life. Feeling near worthless and used, she went on to abuse alcohol and...
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Kelly Wood
Jan 16, 20231 min read
Hesitant Request to Huge Blessing
On the spur of the moment, at the end of their session, Tonya asked her mentor for a clothes dryer, if there was one available. She knew...
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Kelly Wood
Jan 5, 20233 min read
What is "Mentoring"?
Agape Center Lynchburg offers Christ-centered mentoring. But what does that mean? New clients are often a bit wary when they arrive for...
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Kelly Wood
Dec 13, 20222 min read
Why Volunteer?
People serve their communities in many different ways and for many different reasons. Some serve because they want to give back to those...
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Kelly Wood
Dec 6, 20221 min read
Loving the Lonely
Her self-esteem is low after being emotionally and verbally abused by her husband of 10+ years. By the world's standards, she is plain. ...
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