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We are what we eat

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A student at Ochoa Elementary in Tucson proudly displays her bounty of carrots after harvest day. But with increased testing and heightened security, and many other demands on schools and teachers today, are gardens just a green frill, or are they a good use of a school’s time and money? Photo by Nick Henry).

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Five ways to incentivize volunteers

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While setting up an awareness concert to raise money for cancer, the Garage grouped high school students from different locations. Even though the students did not know each other, their similar titles were a factor in bringing them together as a team. The satisfaction in making a difference can act as a substitute for money.

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Research Friday: The Self-Sufficiency Standard

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continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit scholar, student, or professional to. But since these programs are typically based on the FPL, families may earn just enough money to be disqualified for public assistance–but not enough to be self-sufficient. Kunz, CFRE , ASU Lodestar Center. NMI Instructor. Associates, LLC.

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Research Friday: Why Give to International Charities?

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I am a student in the Master of Nonprofit Studies program at Arizona State University and work for the ASU Lodestar Center. Or, "how can I be certain my money will be used adequately?" Karina Lungo is a graduate student in the MNpS program at Arizona State University. In fact, though the U.S.