My foundation trys to help people that fall through the cracks, [people] that can't get help from big organizations . . . . We try to fill in where [other] people don't help out.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author describes her foundation's goal to assist individuals overlooked by larger institutions.
- In plain terms
- Her foundation helps people big organizations ignore.
- What can you take from it?
- Support those who fall through the gaps in systemic care.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who is underserved in your community?
- How can you help those overlooked?
Another view
Reliance on small foundations can be unsustainable compared to large orgs.
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