Prom is a rite of passage for high schoolers, but a flashy new dress can cost hundreds of dollars. The Princess Project helps girls cut costs while promoting fashion sustainability. The nonprofit collects new and gently used formal dresses and accessories throughout the year, then when prom season rolls around, launches pop-up boutiques where girls can shop for their dream dress at no cost. The only criteria is they have to be a high school student who’s going to prom. The P
Community engagement is the intentional practice of individuals coming together to support one another and address local needs through small or large-scale actions. This process fosters social cohesion, ensuring that every resident feels seen, valued, and supported during times of personal or collective hardship. A vibrant community is built on the belief that no act of kindness is too small to make a difference. Whether you are donating physical goods, giving your time, or s
Our service men and women risk life and limb for our country, and sadly many return home with serious combat injuries ranging from lost arms and legs to traumatic brain injuries and PTSD. Rehabbing from such wounds not only takes physical dedication, but also mental determination. It is a lifelong process of perseverance and learning, not unlike one of the most invigorating and simultaneously frustrating of all human diversions: the game of golf. Founded in 2008 by local golf
