The Making a Difference Foundation believes in the power of igniting the passions of medical providers through medical mission trips. But we also believe, that to go far, you must go together. That’s why we partner with world class organizations like Floating Doctors. Floating Doctors believes that if the patients…
Looking Back and Looking Forward: My Time on the Making a Difference Foundation’s Board
Guest Blogger: Morris Jensby Former Making a Difference Foundation Board Member Serving on a charitable non-profit board in any capacity has the potential provide new vision to the needs of society and community, opens your heart to opportunity building, and tests your commitment to steward funds and services that can…
What is Making a Difference Week?
Guest Blogger: Gregory McLeod Making a Difference Foundation, Board of Directors Making A Difference (MAD) Week! What is it? In my best Morpheus voice (Matrix reference), “What if I told you that you are about to gladly engage in a bidding war to give your money away to help people…
Virtual Volunteering
Guest Blogger: Sharon Gorman Making a Difference Foundation Vice President No one expected the coronavirus pandemic to keep us at home for as long as it has, and with all that extra time indoors, it’s easy to feel a little aimless. But, there are online volunteer opportunities to consider…
Where Do My Donation Dollars Go?
Guest Blogger: Ronnie Williams Making a Difference Foundation Treasurer It’s payday and you’ve got money in your pocket. You’ve got bills to pay and have been eyeing some new shoes, but you also want to give back and support those in need. So you decide to make a donation to…
The Importance of Giving Back
Guest Blogger: Brittney Devey Making a Difference Foundation Board Member Hey everyone! I want you to think about the word “Community” for a second and what it means to you. Your community can be so many different things! Your community can be as small as your immediate family or friend…
Why Should I Give Back (by going a Medical Mission)?
Guest Blogger: Eddie Christensen Making a Difference Foundation Board Member Why Should I Give Back (by going a Medical Mission)? India, Kenya, Haiti, Paraguay, Ecuador, Guatemala, and Panama all sound like fun and exotic places – and they most certainly are. But think deeper. How many people have you…
Disaster Relief Medical Missions
The Making a Difference Foundation is committed to helping you find a way to give back that fits your passion and experience. There are so many different types of medical missions available, and each one is different based the nonprofit partner you choose, the country you visit, and the type…
Local Grant Story: Rebuilding Together Broward
Guest Blogger: Don England, Weatherby I serve on the board of directors for Rebuilding Together Broward County and take part in the [Re]Builds in communities throughout the year. Rebuilding Together Broward County works to bring volunteers and communities together to improve the lives of low-income homeowners and neighborhoods in need….
Local Grant Story: Big Dog Ranch Rescue
Guest Blogger: Becky Carter, Weatherby Eleven years ago, I received a message from a good friend of mine, who happens to be a Veterinary Technician, that he was delivering a litter of puppies to a recently rescued momma dog who had just been taken in by Big Dog Ranch Rescue….