I saw a growingly familiar sight on the off ramp today. A disabled “begger” who was clearly in a bad way. He had this eerie million-mile stare on a very downcast face. As he leaned on his crutches there was no way…
Mike Jenkins
Stewarding Your Donations Through Recycling
With a spent Pepsi can in hand, a customer asked, “Do you recycle?” I quickly responded, “You have no idea. Yes, we recycle. I won’t say we have a recycling program; it’s more that we are a recycling program. Every…
The Potential of Those in Poverty
Jim Nowlan recently wrote a piece entitled, “Poverty Doesn’t Limit Your Potential.” In this editorial, he provides many examples of successful individuals who broke the cycle of poverty. I’m sure we all know someone who, despite humble beginnings, became successful.…
More Than a Store
Salt & Light is more than a store. Now, you won’t see it when you walk into Salt & Light. No, when you walk in you will see a store. We have clothing, shoes, furniture, and households. There is a…