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Tamara Wineland is a visionary changemaker who dared to dream of a new type of school in the heart of a forest. Tamara's belief in the power of play as a form of learning led her to challenge the norms and push the boundaries of education.

Danny Combs founded Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT), a Denver-based organization that teaches neurodivergent people the skills they need to find jobs.

Christina Dent, foster mother and president of @EndItForGood, shares her transformative journey from thinking “only bad people use drugs” to advocating for health-centered drug policies. Her insights challenge the status quo, offering hope and dignity for those battling substance use disorders.

The forest school model is having transformational results. One founder explains how it taps into children’s natural curiosity about the world and allows them to develop in their own way, at their own pace.

This holiday season, give gifts that give back! Explore these highlights from Stand Together Foundation’s Gift Guide for meaningful presents that empower individuals from all walks of life, from survivors of trafficking to those overcoming addiction.

A spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship, and customization is replacing a century-long trend toward standardized, one-size-fits-all educational approaches.