The HNB Foundation has a broad-based purpose and commitment -
with concentration on three principal objectives:
Changing the face of hopelessness.
Feeding the hungry, helping the homeless and caring for the destitute. The HNBF has been distributing food, blankets and care packages for many years, and supports COTS, Detroit Rescue Mission, NSO and The Cass Community Center.
Nurturing and assisting in helping elementary students with homework,
peers and parent challenges, and creating ‘after-school’ events.
The HNBF has created a free online instructional website on which elementary students from all over the world can get assistance with their school challenges, either educational or personal, or both. This website is also available to ‘home-schooled’ students and parents.
Promoting the achievements of Caribbean-Americans
Caribbean nationals first came to South Carolina as slaves in the 17th Century and have been here ever since – contributing to the social, economic and political structure; benefiting community and humanity.The HNBF will be building the first Caribbean-American museum to highlight art, music, business and entertainment; as depicting of a cultural union, unsurpassed by none.
There is a HNBF board director assigned to each of the three principal objectives.
The HNBF is a 501(c)3 organization and will provide a tax-exempt receipt for all contributions made.
with concentration on three principal objectives:
Changing the face of hopelessness.
Feeding the hungry, helping the homeless and caring for the destitute. The HNBF has been distributing food, blankets and care packages for many years, and supports COTS, Detroit Rescue Mission, NSO and The Cass Community Center.
Nurturing and assisting in helping elementary students with homework,
peers and parent challenges, and creating ‘after-school’ events.
The HNBF has created a free online instructional website on which elementary students from all over the world can get assistance with their school challenges, either educational or personal, or both. This website is also available to ‘home-schooled’ students and parents.
Promoting the achievements of Caribbean-Americans
Caribbean nationals first came to South Carolina as slaves in the 17th Century and have been here ever since – contributing to the social, economic and political structure; benefiting community and humanity.The HNBF will be building the first Caribbean-American museum to highlight art, music, business and entertainment; as depicting of a cultural union, unsurpassed by none.
There is a HNBF board director assigned to each of the three principal objectives.
The HNBF is a 501(c)3 organization and will provide a tax-exempt receipt for all contributions made.
The Horatio and Natasha Bennett Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation, licensed by the State of Michigan, and regularly gives free blankets and care packages to the homeless, especially women and US Veterans in the Detroit and surrounding areas. The 'Caring Project' is to distribute blankets and care packages (soap, toothbrushes, blankets) to homeless and destitute people on the streets.
We also will continue to give blankets to the Detroit Rescue Mission, Cass Community Service, and C.O.T.S, a center catering to mostly homeless and abused women and children.
We also will continue to give blankets to the Detroit Rescue Mission, Cass Community Service, and C.O.T.S, a center catering to mostly homeless and abused women and children.
Helping One to Help Others
VOLUNTEERISM:
A study, published in the journal BMJ Open, found that volunteering in middle and older age is associated with enhanced mental health and well-being. "Previous research has shown that volunteering in older age is associated with better mental and physical health, but it's unclear whether this extends to other age groups," study author Dr. Faiza Tabassum of the Southampton Statistical Sciences Research Institute at the University of Southampton in the U.K., told CBS News. The findings held up even after the researchers controlled for a number of other factors, including marital status, educational level, social class, and overall physical health. "Secondly, people below the age of 40 usually have young children to look after and have professional commitments hardly have any spare time which they can spend on volunteering activities. "With the aging of the population, it is imperative to develop effective health promotion for this last third of life, so that those living longer are healthier," Tabassum said. "Volunteering might provide those groups with greater opportunities for beneficial activities and social contacts, which in turn may have protective effects on health status. WHY PEOPLE VOLUNTEER
In our work, we meet volunteers all the time. We like to ask them what organizations they volunteer for and why. We're curious to learn the reasons a person is inspired to give back. We’d like to share with you some of the most compelling reasons we have heard over the years as to why people volunteer. Perhaps you already volunteer regularly and can relate or, better yet, maybe you’ll become inspired to jump on the volunteer bandwagon! We promise it’ll be one of the best “rides” of your life! 1. There is a personal tie to the cause. A particular cause calls to you because you, or someone close to you, have personally experienced the hardship the cause is aiming to minimize or eradicate. Perhaps your mom survived breast cancer or you grew up in a household without enough to eat. Whatever the cause, it touches your heart and empathy drives you to give back and make a difference in the lives of those going through the same situation now. 2. Volunteering is a great way to build a resume. Perhaps you are out of work and looking for something to bide your time and keep your resume fresh. Or maybe you have a job but your current position does not allow for the training you seek. Many volunteers are able to learn a new language or to develop managerial skills in volunteer positions to which they are commit. 3. It’s a good way to bridge the gap between yourself and others who may perceive you as “different”. Volunteering with these groups allows the chance to expand your horizons and celebrate other cultures and peoples. Teaching abroad or working with refugees are examples of volunteer opportunities that allow for people from different backgrounds to come together as one. 4. Volunteering sets a good example for others. Lots of folks “talk the talk”. But very few actually make the time and effort to “walk the walk”. By volunteering, you inspire others to get involved to make a positive change in the community. It also sets a good example for children. Serving food at a local soup kitchen, leading a corporate team to raise funds for a charity run, or working with at-risk adolescents in an after-school program are great examples on how to spark a passion for volunteering in others. |
5. Meeting like-minded, motivated, positive people is super easy.
The way someone chooses to spend their spare time is a true reflection of their values and priorities. Connecting over shared passions for a cause while helping others is a great way to meet new friends. By volunteering, your “circle of friends” can get a whole lot bigger in just a short amount of time. 6. Volunteering can offer unique and exciting opportunities. Depending on the project, you may get “behind-the-scenes” views of large organizations, such as political campaigns, at work. There might even be opportunities to meet famous and influential people who are spokespeople or involved in a particular cause. Or, volunteering as an usher at a theater house, for example, might enable you to see many amazing productions for free. These are pretty cool perks for a couple hours of your time. 7. “Doing good” is important. Every day we are bombarded with disheartening news stories. Volunteering presents a proactive way of doing something to make the world a better place. Even the smallest gestures make a difference. And if we all band together, those small gestures can add up to a big change! For example, when you donate clothes and toys to the Salvation Army, you are helping our world by recycling, creating jobs in thrift stores and providing a way for others to purchase needed items at an affordable price. 8. Volunteering creates empowerment. Maybe someone offered you a helping hand when you were down and out. Volunteering gives you the opportunity to pay that favor forward. Often times, a word of encouragement and a little assistance to those in need can help them get back on their feet. And when they do, they’ll most likely do the same for others. And the cycle continues.There is a nonprofit organization for just about every interest or cause out there. Finding the right organization to volunteer for is just a Google search away. 9. Volunteering has never been easier. Organizations recognize that do-gooders have varied skills and talents to bring to the table. These organizations have begun taking a real interest in putting the talents and expertise of volunteers to use to produce the greatest good for their clients. They have also become more flexible in volunteer scheduling, offering after work and weekend opportunities to help accommodate busy schedules. 10. Volunteering can help you get or stay healthy. It’s true! Charity runs and walk-a-thons are excellent ways to stay motivated in your personal goals of weight loss or simply maintaining a healthy lifestyle. When you know you have others relying on the funds you’re raising, it’s a lot easier to tie up those laces and get moving. 11. Volunteering gives greater perspective and self-awareness. Depending on the cause, it is possible you will come face to face with some pretty heart-wrenching situations. As a volunteer, you will be expected to keep a calm and positive demeanor. Dealing with these situations can make you question your perspective on the world and the choices you make in your personal life. Though this can a bit overwhelming at first, developing a keener sense of self-awareness is an amazing transformation many volunteers experience. 12. Volunteering is good for you. Studies show that volunteering releases tension. By helping others in need, you take the focus off of your own problems, putting into perspective how precious having a healthy, fulfilled life really is. Many volunteers realize that, while not perfect, their life is a blessing to be celebrated every day. In our opinion, this is priceless. |
