by John Freund, CM | May 5, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Here are two scenes that may not seem at all related: • In the musical “Les Miserables,” which returns to the Overture Center next week, the French revolutionaries try to topple the privileged rulers at the barricades in Paris. • On any given afternoon, you can find...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 18, 2011 | Vincentian Family
For one Japanese American, no amount of hardship stopped him from helping Japanese families before, during and after World War II, even while in confinement in the United States. In fact, Thomas Kobayashi, now 94, has been volunteering for more than seven...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 13, 2011 | Vincentian Family
In 2010 Vinnies CEO Sleepout was launched nationally (Australia) and exceeded expectations, attracting almost 700 CEO’s in 7 cities nationally and raising $2.9 million to directly assist people experiencing homelessness. Vinnies place an emphasis on breaking personal...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 10, 2011 | Vincentian Family
“Need a hand” cards as opportunities for mini “systemic change”! “The idea is that, instead of giving someone cash, you can help them get to the assistance they may really need to change their lives” writes Blase Bova of the SVDP in...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 2, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Renato Lima, member of the SSVP in Brazil, has been designated to receive the Medal of Legislative Merit. This medal is awarded by the Brazilian Parliament for “relevant services to world peace and humanitarian causes”. The SSVP International President, Michael...
