GivHer Circle is a fund of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. Its mission is to amplify the voices of nonprofits across its six-county service area — George, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Pearl River and Stone counties — with a special focus on nonprofits working in child welfare, education and health. Tiffany D. Bell, director of donor […]
Women tend to put others first — a trait that extends to charitable giving. Not only do they give more; research shows that they give differently. They contribute more often and align their contributions with their deeply held values. You’ll find them rolling up their sleeves to support local food banks, mentor youth, invest in […]
Here, we catch up with Ronald Chambers, executive director of Bethesda Free Health Clinic in Ocean Springs. In his role, Chambers oversees daily operations, from coordinating staff and volunteers to managing programs, partnerships and outreach — ensuring the clinic delivers high-quality, compassionate care to those who need it most. 1. What does the clinic do? […]
When guests enter Bay St. Louis Community Hall on Nov. 7, they’ll not only get to sample some of the Coast’s best cuisine — they’ll be helping local youth reach their full potential. A Taste of the Future, a fundraiser benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast’s Hancock County Unit, draws 120-plus […]
WOW Women of Wisdom Inc is a nonprofit marketplace ministry whose purpose is to empower, encourage, and educate women through an atmosphere of love, prayer and connectivity. Founder and president Robin Killeen tells us more. SHARE A BIT ABOUT WOW’S HISTORY WOW was founded in September 1999. In 1998, I met with women of influence […]
Whether she’s photographing a new mom, CEO or survivor, Dawn Gilmore’s goal is always the same: to capture women’s innate strength and beauty. A professional photographer for over 16 years, Gilmore specializes in portraiture that empowers, elevates and celebrates. “I was drawn to photography because I saw the way a beautiful portrait could shift the […]
Board members L-R: Nicki Kopp, Jessie Hawkins, Iliana Aguirre, Kelsey McGrevey, Jenny Obregon and Maryjo Bullock Embrace Abilities is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering families of children, teens and young adults with different abilities, serving individuals up to age 21. Founder and Executive Director Bridgett Lee tells us more. WHAT IS EMBRACE ABILITIES’ MISSION? Our […]
