#The Chronicle of Philanthropy

[nancydrewler]

( NATALIA DYER | FEMALE | SHE/HER | TWENTY-FOUR ) — — — it's just been another long week in boring - ass hawkins. isn't that right, NANCY WHEELER ? shit, i guess they can't hear me over CALL ME by BLONDIE playing through the headphones of their walkman. it looks like they're gonna be late for WORK as a JOURNALIST AT THE INDIANAPOLIS STAR. did you know NANCY has been in hawkins for THEIR WHOLE LIFE ? yeah, their family and friends describe them as DETERMINED, but i've seen them be INDECISIVE too ! i would also say they remind me of pink skies, handwritten letters, & saving everyone but yourself, but is that weird ? i guess nothing's too weird for this little town, huh ?

BASICS

Name: Nancy Elizabeth Wheeler

Nickname(s): Nance

Birthday: December 3rd (24)

Occupation: Journalist at the Indianapolis Star

Gender: Female

Pronouns: She/Her

Sexuality: Bi-curious, but way too stuck in the "expectations" put on her by her parents to do much about it.

Family: Ted Wheeler (father), Karen Wheeler (mother), Michael "Mike" Wheeler (younger brother), Holly Wheeler (younger sister)

very much eldest daughter syndrome! duty! honor!

LATELY

As soon as she could, Nancy left Hawkins for Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. Being away helped her tremendously when it came to her independence and figuring herself out. Unfortunately, despite running, her guilt from everything back home still caught up to her. It was hard to stay away from it all when things with the upside down kept popping up every trip home.

While at school, she tried finding a new normal and joined a sorority. Even though she liked the friendship and philanthropy aspects of Greek life, she couldn't help but feel like it was all fake.

She got through the four years and graduated summa cum laude with her degree in Journalism.

After graduating, she began working at the Boston Chronicle where she met Christopher Anderson. The two were together for two years before he proposed and she accepted due to the pressure from society and her parents. The engagement ended just a few months ago when Nancy realized that that wasn't what she wanted and she needed the time to focus on her career.

Nancy had never planned to move back to Hawkins, but the Chronicle crumbled and she got a job offer from the Star. Knowing it'd be crazy to turn it down, and having her mom telling her 'just come home, Nance,' for weeks after the failed engagement, she packed her bags and moved into her own apartment on the outskirts of Hawkins.

Now she's back, hearing the whispers of familiar strangers on the street as they gossip about her involvement with the lab when she was younger and offer pity on her fiancé leaving (even if it was her choice!)

[finishinglinepress]

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Of a Mother enters the strange time-space continuum of #grief that is #terminal #illness, exploring a #mother’s death from #cancer and a daughter’s ways of coping. In this linear set of poems, everyday objects like pincushions, dressing gowns, and perfumes become relics; sponge baths, cool drinks, and hand lotion become sacred offerings; the living #mother and the cremation urn are superimposed, leaving the bereaved at a crossroads: how to live without a parent.

Sarah Williams-Devereux is a poet, artist, and educator from Pittsburgh, PA. Her work has appeared in multiple avenues, including journals, anthologies, radio, and public art projects. She teaches poetry for the Madwomen in the Attic program at Carlow University in Pittsburgh, PA. Certified in transformative language arts foundations from the Transformative Language Arts Network, she is an apprentice training instructor for Amherst Writers & Artists and received her MA in teaching writing from Johns Hopkins University. She also has an extensive background in social justice philanthropy, art education, and museum education.

PRAISE FOR Of a Mother by Sarah Williams-Devereux – NWVS #177

The emotional and physical ties between mothers and daughters haunt Of a Mother, poet Sarah Williams-Devereux’s micro-chapbook about the loss of her mother to cancer and subsequent decade of mourning. With plain language and an unflinching eye, Williams-Devereux documents every stage of her mother’s decline and the surprising way that grief unspools over time. The title poem and others explore the legacy of the body’s betrayal over generations, turning a meditation on endometriosis into a bloody love letter. In our sanitized society, where death often happens off-stage and in silence, Williams-Devereux offers a bold opportunity to hold death by the hand, stare it in the face, and make our peace.

–Faith Adiele, author of The Nigerian-Nordic Girl’s Guide to Lady Problems

Sarah Williams-Devereux’s exquisite book, Of a Mother, is a hard-won and vastly original love song to her mother, landing on sonorous and luminous notes from a daughter’s birth past a mother’s death. As Williams-Devereux writes in one poem, “I summon you over & over,” whether on an answering machine, momentary thoughts, or daily yearnings to acknowledge and keep alive the flame of connection. The depth of intimacy, courage, and love between the two endures in and beyond these finely honed poems, vivid and tender, and altogether clear-eyed in speaking of the love that outlives life.

–Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg, Kansas Poet Laureate Emeritus

By turns sensual and cutting, these poems are filled to the brim with grief as you’ve never experienced it before. Each line explodes with life even as they chronicle death and its chaotic aftermath. The pain of losing a mother is indescribable, yet Williams-Devereux captures it with terrifying, tender precision.

–AJ Odasso, author of The Sting of It and The Pursued and the Pursuing

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[mariacallous]

my current Princeton University Press 50% sale purchases:

Cents and Sensibility: What Economics Can Learn from the Humanities by Gary Saul Morson and Morton Schapiro

In Cents and Sensibility, an eminent literary critic and a leading economist make the case that the humanities—especially the study of literature—offer economists ways to make their models more realistic, their predictions more accurate, and their policies more effective and just. Arguing that Adam Smith’s heirs include Austen, Chekhov, and Tolstoy as much as Keynes and Friedman, Gary Saul Morson and Morton Schapiro trace the connection between Adam Smith’s great classic, The Wealth of Nations, and his less celebrated book on ethics, The Theory of Moral Sentiments. The authors contend that a few decades later, Jane Austen invented her groundbreaking method of novelistic narration in order to give life to the empathy that Smith believed essential to humanity. More than anyone, the great writers can offer economists something they need—a richer appreciation of behavior, ethics, culture, and narrative. Original, provocative, and inspiring, Cents and Sensibility demonstrates the benefits of a dialogue between economics and the humanities and also shows how looking at real-world problems can revitalize the study of literature itself. Featuring a new preface, this book brings economics back to its place in the human conversation.

The Invention of International Order: Remaking Europe after Napoleon by Glenda Sluga

In 1814, after decades of continental conflict, an alliance of European empires captured Paris and exiled Napoleon Bonaparte, defeating French military expansionism and establishing the Concert of Europe. This new coalition planted the seeds for today’s international order, wedding the idea of a durable peace to multilateralism, diplomacy, philanthropy, and rights, and making Europe its center. Glenda Sluga reveals how at the end of the Napoleonic wars, new conceptions of the politics between states were the work not only of European statesmen but also of politically ambitious aristocratic and bourgeois men and women who seized the moment at an extraordinary crossroads in history.

In this panoramic book, Sluga reinvents the study of international politics, its limitations, and its potential. She offers multifaceted portraits of the leading statesmen of the age, such as Tsar Alexander, Count Metternich, and Viscount Castlereagh, showing how they operated in the context of social networks often presided over by influential women, even as they entrenched politics as a masculine endeavor. In this history, figures such as Madame de Staël and Countess Dorothea Lieven insist on shaping the political transformations underway, while bankers influence economic developments and their families agitate for Jewish rights.

Monumental in scope, this groundbreaking book chronicles the European women and men who embraced the promise of a new kind of politics in the aftermath of the Napoleonic wars, and whose often paradoxical contributions to modern diplomacy and international politics still resonate today.

Democracy Erodes from the Top: Leaders, Citizens, and the Challenge of Populism in Europe by Larry M. Bartels

A seeming explosion of support for right-wing populist parties has triggered widespread fears that liberal democracy is facing its worst crisis since the 1930s. Democracy Erodes from the Top reveals that the real crisis stems not from an increasingly populist public but from political leaders who exploit or mismanage the chronic vulnerabilities of democracy.

In this provocative book, Larry Bartels dismantles the pervasive myth of a populist wave in contemporary European public opinion. While there has always been a substantial reservoir of populist sentiment, Europeans are no less trusting of their politicians and parliaments than they were two decades ago, no less enthusiastic about European integration, and no less satisfied with the workings of democracy. Anti-immigrant sentiment has waned. Electoral support for right-wing populist parties has increased only modestly, reflecting the idiosyncratic successes of populist entrepreneurs, the failures of mainstream parties, and media hype. Europe’s most sobering examples of democratic backsliding—in Hungary and Poland—occurred not because voters wanted authoritarianism but because conventional conservative parties, once elected, seized opportunities to entrench themselves in power.

By demonstrating the inadequacy of conventional bottom-up interpretations of Europe’s political crisis, Democracy Erodes from the Top turns our understanding of democratic politics upside down.

Uncivil Mirth: Ridicule in Enlightenment Britain by Ross Carroll

The relaxing of censorship in Britain at the turn of the eighteenth century led to an explosion of satires, caricatures, and comic hoaxes. This new vogue for ridicule unleashed moral panic and prompted warnings that it would corrupt public debate. But ridicule also had vocal defenders who saw it as a means to expose hypocrisy, unsettle the arrogant, and deflate the powerful. Uncivil Mirth examines how leading thinkers of the period searched for a humane form of ridicule, one that served the causes of religious toleration, the abolition of the slave trade, and the dismantling of patriarchal power.

Ross Carroll brings to life a tumultuous age in which the place of ridicule in public life was subjected to unparalleled scrutiny. He shows how the Third Earl of Shaftesbury, far from accepting ridicule as an unfortunate byproduct of free public debate, refashioned it into a check on pretension and authority. Drawing on philosophical treatises, political pamphlets, and conduct manuals of the time, Carroll examines how David Hume, Mary Wollstonecraft, and others who came after Shaftesbury debated the value of ridicule in the fight against intolerance, fanaticism, and hubris.

Casting Enlightenment Britain in an entirely new light, Uncivil Mirth demonstrates how the Age of Reason was also an Age of Ridicule, and speaks to our current anxieties about the lack of civility in public debate.

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[seemystrength]

Cicely Tyson

Her Accomplishments

Cicely Tyson was a pioneering actress whose career spanned over seven decades. Here are some of her notable accomplishments:

Emmy and Tony Award Winner: Tyson was the first African American woman to win an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Television Movie for "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" in 1974. She also won a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for "The Trip to Bountiful" in 2013.

Trailblazing Career: Tyson broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of black actresses, playing complex, fully-realized characters in film, television, and on stage. She was known for her dignity, grace, and authenticity in portraying black women in a variety of roles, from enslaved women to civil rights activists to strong-willed matriarchs.

Lifetime Achievement Awards: Tyson was the recipient of numerous lifetime achievement awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2019, and a Kennedy Center Honor in 2015.

Activism and Philanthropy: Tyson was a dedicated activist and philanthropist, supporting causes such as education, civil rights, and the arts. She served as a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF and was a founding member of the Dance Theatre of Harlem.

Author: Tyson wrote a memoir, "Just As I Am," which was published just days before her death in 2021. The book chronicled her life and career, including her struggles and triumphs as a black actress in Hollywood.

Cultural Icon: Tyson's talent, grace, and authenticity made her a beloved cultural icon. She was an inspiration to countless people, breaking down barriers and paving the way for future generations of black actresses.

Legacy: Tyson's legacy as a pioneering actress and humanitarian has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. She continues to inspire and empower people today with her trailblazing spirit and unwavering dedication to making a positive impact on the world.

[scholarlyshifter]

Scholarlyshifter's Desired Realities ~ Childhood + Teen Fame ~ New Roles: 2 Broke Girls - Supernatural - Peaky Blinders - Edge of Tomorrow - Agent Carter - Forged Innocence - The Walking Dead - Echoes of Tomorrow - Out of Tune - The Forgotten Ward - Frayed Heart - The Chronicles of Narnia - Oppenheimer Existing Roles: Jane Eyre - Gifted - Game of Thrones - Making Bombs For Hitler - The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle - The Last of Us - Percy Jackson and the Olympians Guest Star Roles: Last Man Standing - Suits - The Big Bang Theory - Grey's Anatomy - Criminal Minds About Me: Awards - Wrestling - Philanthropy - S/O

~ Miraculous ~ Miraculous - S/O - Fire Station ~ A Song Of Ice And Fire ~ House Marin - My Feats - S/O - Backstory ~ Supernatural & Criminal Minds ~ Backstory - Relationships - S/O

(please please please please ask me questions about any of these so that I have a reason to add more links 🙏)

[brewminate-blog]

This is the gripping chronicle documenting how American corporate philanthropies launched a national campaign of ethnic cleansing in the United States, helped found and fund the Nazi eugenics of Hitler and Mengele -- and then created the modern movement of "human genetics." Some 60,000 Americans were sterilized under laws in 27 states.

[thebookhavenblog]

C.S. Lewis: A Journey Through Faith, Fantasy, and Philanthropy

Hello, and welcome back to The Book Haven! Today, I’m thrilled to dive into the life and work of an author who has been a beacon of inspiration for me: C.S. Lewis. Known best as the creator of The Chronicles of Narnia, Lewis’s legacy extends far beyond that beloved series. Through his writings in fantasy, theology, and even science fiction, he explores timeless themes of faith, human nature, and…

[darkmaga-returns]

Eugenics and America's Campaign to Create a Master Race

NE - Naked Emperor Newsletter

Oct 21, 2024

Remember to add your book recommendations in the comments below.

Today’s book is:

War Against the Weak: Eugenics and America's Campaign to Create a Master Race - by Edwin Black

War Against the Weak is the gripping chronicle documenting how American corporate philanthropies launched a national campaign of ethnic cleansing in the United States, helped found and fund the Nazi eugenics of Hitler and Mengele -- and then created the modern movement of "human genetics."

Some 60,000 Americans were sterilized under laws in 27 states. This expanded edition includes two new essays on state genocide.

You can buy the book here (Amazon link).

[bookbins]

The Story Of Tata By Peter Casey

The Story of Tata by Peter Casey chronicles the incredible history of the Tata Group, one of India’s most influential and respected business empires. From its humble beginnings to becoming a global conglomerate, the book delves into the vision, values, and leadership of the Tata family, particularly its founder, Jamsetji Tata. Casey provides insights into the group's pioneering efforts in various industries, including steel, automobiles, and technology, and highlights the company’s unwavering commitment to philanthropy and ethical business practices.Available On Bookbins!

[chonacas]

Founder of Roddenberry Entertainment - A Message of the Star Trek Legacy

EUGENE “ROD” RODDENBERRY President/CEO

Eugene Wesley “Rod” Roddenberry, Jr. serves as guardian of the Roddenberry legacy, which traces back to the original Star Trek.  Through inspiring science fiction projects and philanthropy, he champions its timeless and universal ideals as embodied by the philosophy of IDIC: Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations.

The son of legendary science fiction producer Gene Roddenberry, whose Star Trek series changed the face of television and continues to inspire today, Rod has followed in his father’s footsteps to be a catalyst in the creation of a world where humanity works together for the greater good.

In 2004, Rod became chief executive officer of Roddenberry Entertainment, a science fiction leader with a tradition of groundbreaking entertainment. The company builds on the best of Gene Roddenberry’s work and continues to develop a multimedia slate of thought-provoking projects spanning film, television, graphic novels, comic strips, podcasts and other mediums. Rod is executive producer of Star Trek: Discovery, heading into its third season in 2020, as well as the live-action Star Trek: Picard and the animated series Star Trek: Lower Decks, to debut in 2020. He also spearheads the Roddenberry Podcast Network, whose Mission Log is distinguished as the most downloaded of all Star Trek podcasts.

In 2011, the critically acclaimed documentary Trek Nation chronicled Rod’s decade-long journey to explore his father’s life. The undertaking inspired him to fully embrace the vision Gene had for the world and invest himself in its future. One expression of this was the founding of the Roddenberry Foundation, which funds innovative solutions that address humanity’s greatest challenges across such areas as science, technology, education and the environment.

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[tsmom1219]

Going from the classroom to the boardroom helps students learn how nonprofits work

Read the full story at The Chronicle of Philanthropy. A class at the University of Wisconsin-Madison business school gives an overview of how nonprofits are structured and regulated, as well as how boards support the transparency and compliance of these organizations, which must serve the public.

[fiinovation]

The Evolution of Fiinovation CSR: A Journey of Impact and Innovation

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is not just a buzzword for Fiinovation; it's a philosophy deeply ingrained in its DNA. Over the years, Fiinovation has undergone a remarkable evolution, transforming from a conventional CSR practitioner to a trailblazer in the field of sustainable development. This blog chronicles the journey of Fiinovation CSR, tracing its trajectory of impact and innovation.

Inception and Early Initiatives 

Founded with a vision to redefine CSR practices, Fiinovation embarked on its journey with a commitment to make a tangible difference in society. In its formative years, Fiinovation focused on traditional philanthropy, supporting community projects and social causes. While these initiatives laid the foundation for its CSR endeavors, Fiinovation soon realized the need for a more holistic and strategic approach to address systemic challenges.

Transition to Strategic CSR 

As Fiinovation matured, it transitioned from ad-hoc philanthropy to strategic CSR, aligning its initiatives with business objectives and societal needs. Embracing the concept of shared value, Fiinovation identified areas where its core competencies intersected with societal issues, thus creating opportunities for mutual benefit. This shift marked the beginning of a new era characterized by innovation, sustainability, and impact.

Embracing Innovation 

Innovation became the cornerstone of Fiinovation's CSR philosophy, driving its quest for scalable and sustainable solutions. Leveraging technology, data analytics, and cross-sector partnerships, Fiinovation pioneered innovative approaches to address complex social challenges. From deploying blockchain for transparent supply chains to using AI-driven models for impact assessment, Fiinovation embraced innovation as a catalyst for change.

Impact and Recognition 

The impact of Fiinovation's CSR initiatives began to reverberate across communities, catalyzing positive change and transforming lives. Whether it was promoting environmental sustainability, empowering marginalized groups, or fostering inclusive growth, Fiinovation's efforts yielded tangible outcomes that garnered recognition and acclaim. Awards and accolades followed, validating Fiinovation's commitment to excellence and its role as a leader in CSR innovation.

Looking Ahead: Future Trajectories 

As Fiinovation reflects on its journey of evolution, it remains steadfast in its commitment to driving meaningful impact and fostering innovation in CSR. Looking ahead, Fiinovation envisions a future where sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation converge seamlessly, creating a world where businesses thrive while contributing to the greater good. With its eyes set on the horizon, Fiinovation continues to chart new trajectories in CSR, shaping a brighter and more sustainable future for generations to come.

[scottrandygerber]

TAMPA BAY AREA NEWS

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The Multifaceted Entrepreneurial Journey of Scott Randy Gerber

Scott Randy Gerber is a name that has become synonymous with success and innovation in the world of business, finance and investing. Born and raised in rural Michigan, Gerber's entrepreneurial spirit and passion for business and the financial markets have propelled him to the forefront of the investment community.

A Lifetime of Financial Acumen

Gerber's journey in the world of finance and investing began at a young age. With over 40 years of experience under his belt, he has established himself as a respected authority in the field. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree, Gerber embarked on a career that would see him navigate the complexities of the stock market, honing his skills as a day trader and investment strategist.

The Gerber Investment Group: A Diversified Financial Powerhouse

In 2010, Gerber took over the lead for his family’s business group,Gerber Investment Group, LLC, a business and financial services firm with offices in Bloomfield Hills and Tampa, Florida. As the President and visionary behind the company, Gerber has spearheaded the firm's growth, leveraging his extensive knowledge and industry connections to provide bespoke investment management and financial advisory services to a diverse client base.

Emergency Medical Service: Mobile Medical Response

In addition to his endeavors in the business and financial sectors, Gerber has left an indelible mark in the realm of emergency medical services. He dedicated the majority of his life to EMS, serving as a paramedic and holding the position of Vice President at Mobile Medical Response. Through his leadership, he propelled the company to become one of Michigan's premier EMS providers, renowned for its excellence and size.

Gerber's contributions extended beyond his roles within Mobile Medical Response. He was elected to the boards of both the American Ambulance Association (AAA) and the Michigan Association of Ambulance Services (MAAS), where he served with distinction for several years. His tenure on the MAAS Board concluded upon his departure from Mobile Medical Response in 2010.

Throughout his career, Gerber garnered numerous accolades for his life-saving efforts as a paramedic. His visionary leadership in expanding paramedical care across rural Michigan was particularly noteworthy. He spearheaded a pioneering program that supplied automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and training to rural fire departments, police units, and school districts throughout Michigan. This initiative earned him recognition from the United States Congress on February 14, 2002, with the honor presented by Michigan Congressman James Barcia.

The Traveling Day Trader: Sharing Insights and Experiences

Gerber's passion for the markets extends beyond his professional endeavors. He is the author of "The Traveling Day Trader," a book that chronicles his personal experiences and trading strategies as an active day trader. Through this platform, Gerber shares his insights and expertise, empowering others to navigate the dynamic world of stock trading.

The Tipping Point Podcast: Connecting with a Wider Audience

Recognizing the power of multimedia platforms, Gerber co-hosts and produces "The Tipping Point Podcast," which airs weekly on the I-Heart Radio network in the Tampa Bay area. This podcast serves as a conduit for Gerber to engage with a broader audience, discussing a range of social, financial and investment-related topics.

A Commitment to Community and Philanthropy

Gerber's success has not solely been about personal gain; he has also demonstrated a deep commitment to giving back to the communities he serves. Through his various business ventures and personal initiatives, Gerber has supported numerous charitable causes and community development projects, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of those around him.

A Multifaceted Entrepreneur and Trailblazer

Scott Randy Gerber's story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As he continues to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of business, finance and investment, Gerber's influence is felt across multiple industries, inspiring others to embrace their entrepreneurial spirit and strive for greatness.

[siya11]

The Bucket List Family's Journey

In "The Bucket List Family's Journey," Garrett, Jessica, Dorothy, and Manilla Gee's incredible journey is chronicled. They sold their belongings to pay for their extensive travels throughout the world as they set out on a life-altering journey in 2015. They bravely discover the world's wonders, from walking across rough terrain to submerging themselves in colorful cultures. Numerous people are motivated to pursue their own aspirations of adventure by their enthralling social media stories. In addition to their exploration, they commit themselves to philanthropy, improving communities all around the world. Their story is a wonderful example of the transformational force that comes from appreciating the important moments in life and accepting life's adventures.

[stylemachines-world]

The Taste Maker Chronicles: Paloma Cruz - From Runways to Justice, Model Paloma Crafts a Stylish Blend of Law and Art Philanthropy

‘I think the essence of a great outfit is if you are comfortable and confident‘. Being a lawyer, global citizen (able to speak 5 languages) and model, What’s a typical daily outfit for you? Usually, I am always on the go and have multiple meetings. I tend to wear neutral toned dress pants, flats, and pull in colour with my blouse and accessories. Sometimes, I have to transition day to night, so…