Remove Build Remove Foundation Remove Memphis Remove Story
article thumbnail

July Cause Awareness: Disability Pride Month

Qgiv

When they reached the Capitol Building, many activists left their wheelchairs and powerchairs and shed their other mobility aids to crawl up the steps to demonstrate the inaccessibility of public spaces and push senators to vote yes on the act. If you know others with disabilities, encourage them to share their own stories with the world.

article thumbnail

Key Leadership Takeaways From The Book, Against The Grain

Eric Jacobsen Blog

And, football coach Bill Courtney tells many compelling stories in his book, Against The Grain. Courtney coached the Manassas High School football team in Memphis, TN. The 2011 Oscar-winning documentary, Undefeated , (Best Documentary Feature) tells his story of how he inspired his teams on and off the field. A real "gut check."

professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Advice for a Record-Breaking Fundraising Year

Saleforce Nonprofit

Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend is an example of reaching new audiences. It’s exciting to share and learn new technologies alongside our employees, especially knowing that these advancements impact how we navigate donor ecosystems and build for tomorrow. It has been inspiring to share the story and work of St. Our annual St.

Advice 117
article thumbnail

Coach Bill Courtney Tells Powerful Stories And Shares Insightful Leadership Lessons

Eric Jacobsen Blog

And, football coach Bill Courtney tells many compelling stories in his new book, Against The Grain. Courtney coached the Manassas High School football team in Memphis, TN. The 2011 Oscar-winning documentary, Undefeated , (Best Documentary Feature) tells his story of how he inspired his teams on and off the field. And motivated.

Lesson 44
article thumbnail

Bryant Terry: Eco-chef, Food Justice Activist, Author of Vegan Soul Kitchen

Have Fun - Do Good

Kellogg Foundation. I grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, and both sets of my grandparents came from rural Mississippi. If you have some land in the front or backyard, build a planter box, or grow some food from the ground. He was also a co-host of the PBS series, Endless Feast. What was the inspiration for the cookbook?