People Doing Good

Stories of people making a difference in the world

Quote graphic: We can't just hope for a brighter day, we have to work for a brighter day. — Dolly Parton

24 Most Inspirational Dolly Parton Quotes About Life & Love

A curated list of Dolly’s best quotes about making a difference, filling the world with positivity, and living a life of purpose.
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Texas Faith Communities Are Helping Their Congregations Get Vaccinated at Church

Harris County's Partner Incentive Program, which reimburses churches, mosques, and community centers for holding vaccination events, have resulted in more than 3,000 vaccinations since September.
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Quote illustrated by Morgan Harper Nichols in her signature style: “Being truthful about the state of our nation and world does not equal losing hope. Hope sees truth and still believes in better. That which dismisses or does not seek truth, but grins, saying "It will be okay," is naivete, not hope.” — Bernice King

43 Best Bernice King Quotes About Hope & Justice

Bernice King is the daughter of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King.
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Betty White in a blue dress at an award show

People Are Doing the 'Betty White Challenge' To Honor the Late Icon's Care For Animals

#BettyWhiteChallenge: Thousands of people are donating to animal nonprofits in honor of Betty White.
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Panoramic view of Brno, Czech Republic

This Czech City Is Modeling How Communities Can Support Migrant Populations

The city of Brno’s growing migrant population had been mostly served by NGOs. It wasn’t enough. So the city brought the work in-house.
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Sidney Poitier with his arms out on stage in “A Raisin in the Sun” in New York

Celebrating the Life of Actor Sidney Poitier, Whose Representation of Black People In Film Helped Change Racist Perceptions

Hollywood royalty and elder statesman of the silver screen, Bahamian-American actor Sidney Poitier, whose trailblazing work in the 1950s and '60s helped break color barriers, died at 94.
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This Organization Is Helping End the Stigma Around Stuttering

The stigma of stuttering often causes insecurity for those it affects, especially the adult population — that’s what STAMMA is working to change.
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Jane Goodall Hope and Optimism Quote: I do have reasons for hope: our clever brains, the resilience of nature, the indomitable human spirit, and above all, the commitment of young people when they're empowered to take action.

51 Best Quotes About Optimism — From Optimists

There’s an interesting nuance to be found in the difference between hope and optimism. Read these quotes to learn more and get inspired
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Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka portrait

Uganda's 'Dr. Gladys' Honored by U.N. For Work Linking Conservation and Health

The United Nations on December 7th recognized Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka as one of its “champions of the Earth” for promoting the One Health approach to conservation in Africa.
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A group of teenagers wear orange vests and work on an environmental project

Youth Councils' Are Playing a Big Role In Saving Cities From Climate Change

Across the American Southwest, youth councils are advising cities on sustainability -- and holding mayors to account.
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Rational Compassion

Why You Should Choose 'Rational Compassion' Over Empathy

What if empathy itself is not inherently a good tool — but rather a tool that has the potential to be good.
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Tools and parts at a volunteer bike repair shop

Bike Kitchens: Community-run Repair Workshops Are Building the Culture of Cycling

Bike kitchens offer tools, second-hand parts and bikes, and convivial help with repairs. They are also hubs for community development.
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