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Forbes Interview Fascinates with Unlikely Pairing of Buffet and Jay Z Talking Success and Philanthropy

Warren B and Jay Z? That's not a new hip-hop duo. That would be Warren...

Hurricane Katrina Still a Mighty Force Five Years Later as Lives Remain Upended

Today is Sunday, August 29th, the fifth-year anniversary of the devastating and historical natural disaster hurricane Katrina. It's an emotional day for a lot of people with ties to the city. So many never returned home to live again, like my Dad. So many likely never will, like me.

Casual Friend Didn't Bat a Lash at Donating Kidney to Chicago Woman Facing Dialysis

It took one surgery, two clinical trial procedures and 760,000 donated cells to save Chicagoan Renae Jacob's life. But it would not have been possible without one very special woman: a casual friend named Anne Branson.

Sandra Bullock Puts The Kids First and Will Continue Raising Jesse's Brood

We can take a page from Sandra Bullock's book and take one on the chin now before another kid takes a bullet later.

Bestseller "The Help" Underscores Books Market Quandary for Black Authors

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jesse-kornbluth/an-african-american-woman_b_653983.htmlI've just read a very spirited reader interaction on a blog posted a week ago...

Book Lover Adds Charity Titles to the Summer Reading Bonanza

It's official! I'm a bibliophile. If I tally up all the money I've spent on books, I've either mortgaged my future or secured it. I dunno yet. All I know is books are a form of crack and I'm addicted.

Lunch Event Encourages High School Students Toward College Graduation

With May coming to a close, I'd like to congratulate all of the graduates from...

It's Nice to Be Nice: Literary Rock Stars Oblige a Wannabe

I've been encountering literary rock stars and I hope that it's a sign!

Don't Trample the Flowers, But You Can Yell at Them If You're Angry

Remember in "Forrest Gump" when Jenny as a little girl angrily threw a bunch of rocks at her childhood home? Forrest quipped: "Sometimes there just aren't enough rocks". Well, I liked that Jenny homed those dang-on rocks. It was much healthier than what she did later to deal with her anger issues. Here are just a few tips for safely managing anger in society. :)

Free Breast Cancer Movie Screening Tonight at Better Boys Foundation

What would you do if you were told that you had a high genetic likelihood of developing breast and/or ovarian cancer? Would you take such drastic measures as a double mastectomy or having your ovaries removed to thwart disease? Such is the dilemma examined in the film "In the Family," screening free today at the Better Boys Foundation, preceded by a reception and followed by a Q&A panel discussion with the filmmaker and health experts.

Roger Ebert Faces Cancer, Disfigurement with Dignity We Should All Hope We'd Have

Seeing someone like film critic Roger Ebert, who was once so passionately connected to his voice--he now speaks via a machine--and to media in service to his craft, essentially silenced and physically broken is just too graphic a reminder for some that life just ain't fair. Well, it ain't. And we might as well rid ourselves of such romantic notions and enjoy life when it is generous.

John Mayer Playboy Interview Lands Controversy Baiting Singer in World of Trouble

John Mayer puts his foot in his mouth in new Playboy interview, fouling black women, his own black music business friends, black people in general, and his white ex-girlfriends.

Does Infamy Lessen Charitable Acts and Contributions?

Some celebrities have done big things in charity despite scandal including adultery, pedophilia accusations, and even criminal records. Turns out the notorious can be very generous, sometimes even when nobody's really looking.

Haiti Earthquake Relief Just a Quick Text Away Even for Technophobes with Modest Cell Phones

Won't you join me, fellow technophobes and beyond, in getting aid where it is sorely needed in the wake of the Haiti earthquake? Take advantage of the ease of text donations today.

The Earthquake in Haiti Underscores Mama's Example to Give to Those in Real Need

My last blog feels a bit prescient in light of the earthquake in Haiti. I had just written on Thursday about how my mother in New Orleans surprised me with news that she sends monthly donations toward helping poor children in Haiti and that she always wanted to do more. I knew the country was desperately poor, but it wasn't exactly on my radar screen on a monthly basis; yet it was on my mama's. Now the world has an eye on a place that has long needed our attention.

Charity Truly Begins at Home When You Set the Example on Giving for Your Little Ones

My mother didn't sit us on her lap as kids and say, "Here are my thoughts on helping others." But she always had a spirit of charity about her. Kids pick up so much through what's implied, so I knew my mother had charity in her heart.

Busted Budget Sends Illinois Human Services Providers Hobbling Into New Year

Gov. Pat Quinn (left) and Comptroller Dan HynesChances are it won't be a very happy...

Illinois budget crisis pushes youth agency leader to seek more aid on Facebook

Moe Fourte and one of his Honor Roll All Stars charges attend an event at...

Sun Sets New Year's Eve on Tax-free Giving Opportunity

The sun is about to set on an important giving opportunity. The Charitable IRA, which...

Party with a Purpose for Courageous Tot with Rare Illness

I dare you to look upon the smile of one Taylor Michelle Russell and not...

Be Festive and Spread Christmas Cheer at Sunda Relief Dinner

What a most wonderful time of the year! The libations are flowing--and outside it's snowing!...

Voting Winds Down This Week in Chase Community Giving Contest

I just voted in the Chase Community Giving contest on Facebook. Thousands of charities are...

My Nonprofit Clients Will Be in the Mix

I should make it clear straight away: I have a couple of nonprofits as communication...

Social Networking Event Aimed at Nonprofits

There's something you should know, especially before it becomes painfully obvious. Though I'm not exactly...

That's the spirit: it's always the season for sharing & caring

Seasons greetings to the blogosphere! Wow, I love being able to say that. I'm really...