Economic Good News

Work is not just something we do to put food on the table. It does – or at least can – mean much more than that: status and identity, community and social connection, doing tasks that we find stimulating, and the opportunity to make a positive contribution to society.

How New York City’s Liberty Cleaners co-created an innovative training program that’s providing the skills to bring about their vision of the gig economy.

Every year, The Helpers Edition of the Goodnewspaper highlights inspiring helpers in a number of categories. In this post we’re celebrating helpers in the Healthcare category.

While affordable housing is a multilayered issue, it’s important that we both acknowledge the systems that put many in this position while also recognizing the people and organizations diligently working towards creative solutions.

The process of creating these kits can be fun and rewarding — and can be done as an activity with friends or family. And once completed, these kits are perfect for keeping in your car or backpack so they’re easily accessible when the opportunity to gift them arises.

CIELO, which translates to “Heaven,” is an LA-based organization providing holistic support to over 30 Indigenous groups in the area.

From the perspective of people who have experienced homelessness and their advocates, to the observations of social commentators and policymakers, these quotes offer a wide range of perspectives on the challenges and realities of homelessness.

The United Nations reports that 1.6 billion people live in inadequate housing conditions, while at last count, more than 100 million people have no housing at all. It’s a big number that helpers are working to shrink through a variety of international affordable housing efforts.

Running a small business isn't easy. Our culture rewards big, winner-take-all businesses. But small businesses are valuable. By their nature, they have a focus deeper than just profit. These stories celebrate small businesses doing good — and the people who support them.

Their vision: a world without slavery. Their tool is a dress. The challenge is simple: Every December, participants commit to wearing a dress — or tie — every day for 31 days, regardless of the occasion or weather.

A slate of brands are marketing clothing that they say can break down in your backyard.

Whether you're seeking quotes to inspire your own generosity, or you work for a nonprofit that's working to encourage potential donors to give — we've got your back.