People Doing Good

An African American philosopher explores the role religious pluralism played in King’s fight for civil rights in the United States — and for peace around the world.

For Somali immigrants who fled civil war, ICE presence in Minnesota is the next battle they are determined to overcome.

What can the past tell us about healing the nation? Specifically, how can we address divisions along race, class, and political lines?

Ontario’s Ribal Zebian said his design can be built in just one day.

Avery Colvert's viral ask on social media last year led to a million donations, a nonprofit, and a community hub to help teens plan for their futures beyond the shadow of the wildfire.

Artists for Aid performers included acts like Chappell Roan, Lucy Dacus, Blood Orange, Clairo, and more.

Mariah Reading has been an artist in residence at multiple national park sites, and her work isn’t done yet.

Jameeka Green Aaron has turned her sights on ensuring that artificial intelligence works in favor of the people using it, not against it.

“We have some brave members of the community who are willing to become vulnerable to support their town,” one organizer said.

As soon as Alhassan Susso received the monetary award, he knew exactly where to spend it.

“Renee was pure sunshine, pure love,” the fundraiser reads. “She will be desperately missed.”

Amy Hendricks and Paul Davie had too much space for just the two of them, so they decided to do something to help their community.