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Meet the people changing the world,
one act of service at a time!
Here, we shine a light on everyday heroes — people and organizations driven by purpose, not profit. Meet nonprofit founders, social entrepreneurs, and community builders united by one mission: creating meaningful change.
Through in-depth conversations, we reveal their motivations and journeys — helping you discover impactful services, support community-driven missions, and align your spending with your values.
When you engage with our featured changemakers, you're not just transacting — you'refueling impact!
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The Truth About Building a Career as an Artist
Deacon is a one-of-a-kind artist, a professor at Howard University in the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts and a core member of Alliance for New-Music-Theatre which is a DC-based non profit that brings together local and international artists working across the genre and disciplinary spectrum of music-theatre.
In addition to launching a Cabaret Series for Alliance for New-Music Theatre June 2025, Deacon has performed with multiple local theaters, including Washington National Opera, soloed with Cantate and other choral groups, and has also served as a Music Director for several children’s theaters in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Also, his background is in Music Business. With a big heart and consideration for others within the music-theatre space, as an entrepreneur, Deacon is determined to get artists paid and uses his expertise in Marketing and Merchandising to help fellow artists!
🌟Inspiring Stories
Discover powerful narratives from extraordinary individuals making a difference.
She Refused to Break
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The Leadership Shift Organizations Need for Sustainable Change
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This Is What True Wellness Actually Looks Like
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The Future of Work: How OIC Rocky Mount Is Changing Lives
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The Truth About Business Finances
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How ‘She Built This City’ Is Dismantling Barriers for Women
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Words Shape Who You Become with Colin S.L. Mackie
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Lyndah Tello: From Single Mom Teacher to Financial Advisor
Lyndah Tello started out as a single mother raising three children on a school t...
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2026 Annual Celebration
Avas Pathways invites to our signature end-of-year event. A powerful afternoon of reflection, celebration, and community. Join us as we look back on a year of impact, share inspiring success stories, and celebrate the women whose lives have been transformed through our programs.
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THE CARDINAL LAW FIRM LLC
At Cardinal Law Firm, we work with individuals and families across the Atlanta metro area who are facing legal challenges that impact their homes, finances, and daily lives. We focus on practical solutions, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, while guiding our clients every step of the way. From our office in Marietta and through remote services, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
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