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In Their Words: The Pandemic

Inspiring stories of how grantees are responding to COVID with our help.

Evan Robbins - Breaking the Chain Through Education

A Chance to Reimagine

“… Many positive changes to BTCTE occurred during the pandemic. I had the opportunity to step back and reevaluate the organization and how best to help victims of trafficking.“

— Evan Robbins, Breaking the Chain Through Education

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Paul Muratore - Connections

Recommitting to Connection

“Seeing the disparity in this time of crisis fueled my passion to help and engage others to help all the more.“

— Paul Muratore, Connections Mentor

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David Silver - Detroit Horse Power

Committing to Under­represented Communities

“Coming out of the pandemic, we will continue to connect Detroit Horse Power’s work in our region to the national effort to create pathways for under-represented communities.“

— David Silver, Detroit Horse Power

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Valuing the Pause

“I have a deeper resolve in the sacredness of reflection and rest — the two coupled together make me a better leader, social entrepreneur, and Good Person.“

— Courtney Smith, Detroit Phoenix Center

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Pam Koner - Family-to-Family

Finding Generosity and Kindness

“I feel I have seen the best of us — and I am hopeful.“

— Pam Koner, Family-to-Family

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Abby Sondak

Taking Care of Self, First

“The rest re-energized me physically and mentally, and reminded me of the importance of taking care of myself so that I’m able to continue taking care of others.“

— Abby Sondak, Just Imagine

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Max Levitt - Leveling the Playing Field

Valuing Community Spaces

“Despite working with community-based resource centers every day, I did not realize how critical these places were until the pandemic took them away.“

— Max Levitt, Leveling the Playing Field

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Irene Zola - LiLY - Lifeforce in Later Years

Through Crisis, Connecting Elders

“Although we all look forward to frequent in-person gatherings, the pandemic has brought to elders truly unexpected connections.“

— Irene Zola, LiLY — Lifeforce in Later Years

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Stuart Chesner - Magen Therapy

A Journey to Deeper Purpose

“I am trying hard to become one of the good people. I am uncertain as to whether my efforts will succeed, but I am convinced of the nobleness of this struggle.“

— Stuart Chesner, Magen

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Dr. Michal Wosner - MARVA

Zooming the Way to Impact

“… Connections with new individuals and communities provided us with a sense of hope that we can continue to make an impact.“

— Dr. Michal Wosner, MARVA

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The Good People Fund
  • About
    • Mission
    • Vision
    • Professional Leadership
    • Board of Trustees
    • Financial Information
    • Privacy Policy
    • FAQ’s
    • Contact Us
  • Our Grantees
    • By Program Focus
    • By Location
    • By Organization
    • Alumni Grantees
    • In Their Words: The Pandemic
  • How to Help
    • COVID-19 – Good People Need Your Help
    • Donate Now
    • Acknowledgement Cards
    • Planned Giving
    • Charitable Solicitation Disclosure Statement
  • Learning
    • Our Educational Philosophy
    • For Jewish Educators
      • Our Good Service Model
      • Grab ‘n’ Go Lessons
      • GPF Core Curriculum
      • B’nai Mitzvah Service Projects
      • Archival Materials
      • Ziv Tzedakah Curriculum
    • For Students
      • Tips for Good Service Projects
      • Other Resources
  • Media
    • Newsroom
      • Grantees in the News
      • GPF in the News
      • Press Releases
    • Grantee Focus
    • Annual Reports
    • Podcasts
    • Videos
    • 10th Anniversary
  • Blog
    • Tzedakah Diaries