Every Wednesday in Hartford’s Bushnell Park, a barber sets up shop to give free haircuts to anyone who wants one—the homeless to longtime clients all pay the same fee: one hug.
California Assembly Committee Passes ‘Homeless Bill of Rights’
April 27, 2013 By 1 Comment
Advocates said, ““It’s about shifting the dialogue so we can start talking about the root causes of homelessness.” A “bill of rights” for the homeless population of California is one step closer to becoming law after being passed by the Assembly Judiciary Committee this last week. According to Raw Story, the bill, which was introduced [...]
Agreement is Reached Concerning New Jersey Tent City Residents
March 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
After nearly 7 years of fighting, city officials and residents of Lakewood’s Tent City have finally come to an agreement to assist homeless adults in the area.
Homeless Man Returns Diamond Engagement Ring That Was Given to Him Accidentally
February 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Sarah Darling said, “I think in our world we often jump to like the worst conclusion, and it just makes you realize that there are good people out there.”
Shedding Light on America’s Homeless Veterans (Infographic)
January 24, 2013 By 1 Comment
Over 10% of the homeless adults in America are veterans of the armed forces.
VIDEO: A California Man Donates His Home to a Family For a Year
January 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Tony Tolbert learned about giving from his father, and he is putting those lessons to good use.
Helping Families Find a Permanent Home
December 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
One man is on a mission to get children out of the motels of Anaheim, California, and into real homes.
What You Didn’t Know About Half of Police Shooting Victims
December 11, 2012 By 3 Comments
A new and alarming report shows that at least half of all police shooting victims are mentally ill.
Number of Homeless Veterans Declines
December 11, 2012 By 1 Comment
Homelessness remains a serious problem, but the Department of Veteran’s Affairs is making some progress.
PHOTO: Police Officer Warms Homeless Man’s Feet and Our Hearts
November 30, 2012 By 3 Comments
A police officer and a pair of boots will restore your faith in humanity.
Why I Shop at Whole Foods
November 22, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Greg White counts the upscale market among his blessings this Thanksgiving.
Has Anyone Seen My Faith?
August 31, 2012 By 7 Comments
Eighteen years after losing his faith, J.R. Reed would really like to find it again. I can’t stand when I misplace things. On a scale of 1-10 I give it a 12. If it’s something important I move it up to the 15-20 range, depending on what it is. I tell you this because about [...]
Home Is Where the Heart Is
July 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The phrase’s author, Pliny the Elder, was a naval commander. It seems fitting that he would have a keen idea of where and what home means.
What I Learned From Launching WhenICameOut.com
June 19, 2012 By 1 Comment
What coming out stories share in common.
From Homeless to Ithaca Mayor at 24 Years Old
March 3, 2012 By 1 Comment
“This is not the story of a self-made man. This is the story of a community that conspired to raise a child.”
“There is a push for women to be their most genuine selves, and yet now there is makeup for men!?”
This is a comment by Cameron Brown on the post “Makeup for Men? Why?”