New York, N.Y. As Orphans International Worldwide approaches its 20th anniversary, and the J. Luce Foundation it’s 12th anniversary, under the leadership of Jim Luce, their leadership circles continue to expand. And the structure of these sister charities continues to evolve dramatically. “Jim (Luce)’s vision had been extraordinary, and even with administrative and development staff in place […]
At One, Bauer Fund Raises Cash, Awareness, Random Acts of Kindness

New York, N.Y. One year ago this week, my friend and high school classmate informed me that his son had taken his own life. Not the call I wanted to get – and sure as hell not the call he wanted to make. With news that just makes the world stand still. News that alters […]
At Elementary School in West Virginia, Random Acts of Kindness

New York, N.Y. A Random Act of Kindness, or “RAK,” is a selfless act performed by people to either help or cheer up a random stranger, for no reason other than to promote goodness, kindness, and happiness. Some of the fourth graders from Neale Elementary in Wood County, West Virgina. Today I handed the guy in […]
Report: U.S. Suicides Up Significantly Since 1999

Washington, D.C. A new study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that suicide rates have jumped 24 percent over the years between 1999 and 2014. The study published late Thursday showed that rates increased sharply after 2006, as the economic boom of the late 1990s faded and the onset of what […]