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Chef Pati Jinich wants her Mexico-inspired Thanksgiving recipes to spark bigger conversations

Jinich lets us in on what recipes she’s most excited to try this upcoming holiday, and how Thanksgiving can be an opportunity to think about how talks around the table can be the start of identifying ways to create change in our communities.

How to prioritize potential over perfection, to maximize your impact

Adrien Lewis, founder of CarePortal, emphasizes the importance of starting imperfectly when pursuing a social cause. Aspiring changemakers don't need to be perfect from the beginning — and his experience with building CarePortal is his testament.

Why Las Vegas microschools are booming

Las Vegas is a microcosm for a larger movement taking hold across the country: the growing recognition that traditional education just isn’t cutting it anymore for many families.

WeThrive’s secret formula unlocks opportunities for young entrepreneurs

In contrast to existing entrepreneurship programs that emphasize exclusivity, every WeThrive participant gets access to seed funding and support to bring their ideas to life, including connections to business professionals serving as entrepreneurship mentors.

How to engage children? Disengage the adults

In children's education, there’s typically a rigid distinction between learning and play. But the lines between the two aren’t so clear. After all, play is a great way for children to discover their gifts and develop their passions — whether it’s art, science, or athletics.

How Buddy the service dog is helping vets with PTSD

When Ian Robinson re-entered civilian life, service animals gave him purpose.