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Charity Matters is a weekly blog that shines light on small non-profits, remarkable people and tells their stories.

05/28/2026

"What is your life actually for? That question changed everything. It shifted me from thinking about what I wanted to do to thinking about what I was here to contribute.” –Jessie Fahay, Ripple Effect Artists ✨

Charity Matters Podcast Episode 105: Ripple Effect Artist

Podcast streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube. Listen now! 🔊

In this inspiring conversation, Jessie shares how one powerful question, “What is your life actually for?” led her to create a nonprofit where theater and advocacy come together to spark real-world change. Through storytelling, conversation, and connection, Ripple Effects Artists is transforming audiences from passive observers into active participants in creating impact.

Because sometimes one story, one conversation, or one small ripple… can change everything.
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Memorial Day may be over, but remembering our heroes should never be limited to just one day. 🇺🇸"Heroes never die. They ...
05/27/2026

Memorial Day may be over, but remembering our heroes should never be limited to just one day. 🇺🇸

"Heroes never die. They live on forever in the hearts and minds of those who would follow in their footsteps." - Emily Potter

Today, and every day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of those who gave everything for others. May we continue to live with gratitude, serve with compassion, and carry their stories forward. ❤️
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05/23/2026

The world needs more teachers like this….and more classes like character counts….beautiful 🥰

This year has reminded me that growth rarely happens in a straight line. 📈What started as a commitment to dream bigger a...
05/21/2026

This year has reminded me that growth rarely happens in a straight line. 📈

What started as a commitment to dream bigger and live more intentionally quickly became a lesson in courage, patience, healing, and taking small brave steps forward. From pushing myself in new ways to navigating unexpected setbacks, I’m learning that the journey is just as important as the destination.

As I prepare for a new decade and new adventures ahead, one thing has become so clear: we can’t wait for life to make room for joy. We have to choose it. Plan for it. Fight for it.

And maybe that’s the real beauty of growth…it stretches us in ways we never expected, but somehow leaves us stronger, more grateful, and more connected to what matters most.

Thank you for continuing to walk this journey with me. ✨
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"One step at a time is all it takes to get you there." - Emily Dickinson⁠⁠⁠Sometimes growth doesn’t look the way we plan...
05/19/2026

"One step at a time is all it takes to get you there." - Emily Dickinson⁠
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⁠Sometimes growth doesn’t look the way we planned. Progress can be slow, unexpected, and even a little humbling. But the truth is that dreams rarely happen all at once; They unfold one small, brave step at a time.

A little reflection on growth, patience, and the journey in this week’s blog. ✨️
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05/16/2026

The world connects people for a reason. 🤍

Gianny lost his mom and so did I. That shared grief brought us together for a conversation I’ll never forget.

Out of his pain, he built Power of Sight: a nonprofit that’s helped over 20,000 people see clearly. 👓✨

Episode 104: The Power of Sight is OUT NOW. Link in bio! 🎙️
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“What if the moment that broke your heart… became the reason someone else could finally see?” 💔 “Sometimes the greatest ...
05/14/2026

“What if the moment that broke your heart… became the reason someone else could finally see?” 💔 “Sometimes the greatest impact begins with simply noticing a need, seeing a person, and choosing to act.”
- Gianny Cardenas, Founder of Power of Sight
Charity Matters Podcast Episode 104: The Power of Sight ✨

Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube. New episode weekly!

In this powerful conversation, Gianny shares how the tragic loss of his mother led him on a journey of faith, healing, and purpose. Today, through a mobile nonprofit bringing eye exams and glasses directly to underserved communities, Power of Sight has helped more than 20,000 people see clearly for the first time!

Because sometimes changing the world begins with helping just one person see it. ✨
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"Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others." - Booker T. WashingtonHappiness isn't found, it's built, ...
05/13/2026

"Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others." - Booker T. Washington

Happiness isn't found, it's built, one act of kindness at a time. The Charity Matters community gets this. You give your time, your energy, and your heart, and in return you get something no paycheck can buy.

Here's our challenge to you: What's ONE thing you can do for someone else this week? Let us know in the comments and hold yourself accountable. We'll be cheering you on! 🔥
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No one sets out to start a nonprofit. Something happens to them first.Being a force for good doesn’t require wealth, per...
05/06/2026

No one sets out to start a nonprofit. Something happens to them first.

Being a force for good doesn’t require wealth, perfection, or extraordinary talent. It begins with empathy: a small act of kindness, a moment of compassion or a willingness to show up for someone else.

Again and again on the Charity Matters Podcast, we meet people who turned their own pain into purpose. From a young boy with a heart defect inspiring others through courage, to Operation Gratitude sending care packages to soldiers that grew into a movement reaching millions. None of them set out to change the world…they simply started with one act of love.

Service isn’t about saving the world in one grand gesture. It’s about choosing kindness, over and over again. Because the truth is, you already have everything you need to be a force for good: your story, your heart, and your willingness to try.

Changing the world doesn’t start with a grand plan… it starts with you. ✨ May the force be with you.
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This Wednesday, May 6th is National Giving Day 🤝"Only by giving are you able to receive more than you already have." - J...
05/05/2026

This Wednesday, May 6th is National Giving Day 🤝

"Only by giving are you able to receive more than you already have." - Jim Rohn

Giving isn’t only about money. It’s about kindness, time, and compassion; A simple act that reminds someone they are not alone.

When we give, something powerful happens: our communities grow stronger, hope spreads, and hearts open.

What will you give this week?
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