The holiday season is a time many of us pause to count our blessings and think of ways to express our gratitude. It’s also a time we reach out to help those in need, often through gifting and serving....
Gatepath, a nonprofit serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families for more than 98 years, has launched a new social enterprise, Grins ‘n’ Giggles.
Located in Burlingame, Grins ‘n’ Giggles is a party place for children of all abilities...
Today is #GivingTuesday, the day we emerge from the shopping frenzy that began right after we shoved that last piece of pumpkin pie into our mouths (or, if we’re being honest, before dinner even started) and celebrate generosity.
Kicking...
Each year, in November, we call attention to the theme of gratitude. In my work with kids and their adults, I’ve heard the sweetest and funniest things to be grateful for because gratitude practice is part of every yoga...
My daughter has been playing on a co-ed baseball league for three seasons now. She is currently on an all-girls travel competitive baseball team. When I tell people she plays baseball they tend to give the confused face, followed...
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If you are a parent like me, you probably have...
In our society, asking for help can sometimes be seen as a weakness. I actually think that it is a strength to be able to ask for help, no matter what you might need help in.
Consider this:
In California alone:
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Anyone who knows me well knows that I love puppets. As a kid, there were so many great children’s shows that used them, like Mr. Rogers Neighborhood, Sesame Street, and Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop. I even had a...
Darkness to Light
Mission: Darkness to Light empowers adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse through awareness, education, and stigma reduction.
Dress for Success
Mission: Dress for Success is a global not-for-profit organization that empowers women to achieve...
The importance of contributing to a meaningful cause through volunteer work is a value that many parents want to instill in their children. While there are all sorts of ways to get out there and make a difference with...