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The 100 Percent Model

The 100 Percent Model

ByJohn UmekuboJan 6, 20212 min read

In his book Thirst, Scott Harrison, founder, and CEO of charity: water, describes the 100 Percent Model as a commitment by his nonprofit organization to ensure all public donations go directly to the projects they run to bring safe, clean water to those in need. He explains that “Americans are known for being generous, but one inContinue reading “The 100 Percent Model”

Double Your Impact Today!

Double Your Impact Today!

ByJohn UmekuboDec 23, 20201 min read

We are so grateful to a private foundation in Los Angeles that just pledged $1250 in a dollar for dollar matching campaign! Every dollar you donate from here until the…

Do You Have a Hero in Mind?

Do You Have a Hero in Mind?

ByJohn UmekuboNov 16, 20202 min read

In our work to spotlight and support local heroes in education, we reach out to our connections across Los Angeles for leads on potential candidates. We search for educators, students,…

Lumenaries & SparQs

Lumenaries & SparQs

ByJohn UmekuboOct 20, 20202 min read

As we spotlight and support our local heroes, we place them in two distinct categories. The first category is for adults, be they teachers, administrators, or staff, performing a social…