50 Stories in 50 States
How Hip-Hop is Saving Lives, Creating Humanitarians
Meet our fourth “50 Stories in 50 States” heroes, Chad Harper and Johwell Saint-Cilien. Their program, “Kids Helping Kids: A Hip Hop Experience,” reaches out to hundreds of at-risk New York City youth with the goal of teaching humanity through hip-hop.
Go Inspire Go 50/50 Hero: 12-Year-Old Animal Rights Activist
Please meet our third “50/50” hero, 12-year-old Thomas Ponce from Florida. He has a special gift of inspiring people to protect animals through his infectious poise and passion.
Go Inspire Go 50/50 Hero: L.A. Man Loans Homeless Family House for a Year
Tony Tolbert is a UCLA lecturer and attorney who is carrying on his family’s tradition of generosity by giving up his house to a homeless family of five for a year.
Go Inspire Go 50/50 Hero: The Be ONE Project
What started out as a crazy idea has manifested. Our goal of spotlighting 50 heroes in 50 states has resulted in numerous blessings, miracles and
50 Heroes, 50 States, 1 Inspiring Journey
What started out as a crazy idea is about to become a reality. Our goal of spotlighting 50 heroes in 50 states has resulted in
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The Spiritual Journey of Crowdfunding
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YOU Have the POWER. Let’s Count the Changes Together!
Amid the long hours of work put into GIG, there are many accomplishments that give us pause and joy. It’s most validating when we hear from those whom GIG has touched. One recent connection brought me to tears and reminded me why this is all worth it.
50 Inspiring Stories in 50 States: Help GIG Uncover a Real Life Hero in Your Community
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Meet the Fabulous Folks Behind 50-50’s Media and Org Outreach
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Meet the Team Part Deux: GIG’s Journey Towards Our First Crowdfunding Campaign
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Meet the Marketing & Communications Team: GIG’s Journey Towards Our First Crowdfunding Campaign
Meet the brilliant minds behind our Marketing & Communications efforts for our 50 Stories in 50 States crowdfunding campaign.
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As Go Inspire Go embarks on our “50 Stories in 50 States” campaign, here are seven powerful crowdfunding ideas that have been our guiding light.
Meet Our Fearless Leader: GIG’s Journey Towards Our First Crowdfunding Campaign
Go Inspire Go is the brainchild of Toan Lam, one of the most passionate, positive people I’ve had the honor of working with. You can’t not be inspired after you hear his story. So let’s get started.
A Crazy Idea That’s Not So Crazy: GIG’s First Crowdfunding Campaign Journey
A few months ago, GIG’s Chief Inspirator Toan Lam had a “crazy” idea. What if we highlighted 50 of the most amazing stories across 50 states to inspire the whole country to act? Turns out, it’s not such a “crazy” idea after all.
HIGHLIGHT YOUR COMMUNITY HERO
Look around and you will see everyday heroes who use their power to help other people. We want to hear about them!
We’re looking for everyday “street-corner style” heroes who are doing what they can with their own resources to make a difference in their community.
If their actions have inspired you, tell us their story and give them the spotlight and support they need!
Please share a brief description about your community hero (150 words maximum). Pictures and video links are welcome but not required.
Nominee:
Location/community:
Describe their inspirational actions:
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