One man's story

I found this heartbreaking story on Minnesota Public Radio's website:

"What my family is learning from poverty" by Vincent Pellegrino

This is only one family's experience with unemployment and poverty. Think of the hundreds...thousands of families that fall victim to these circumstances, especially during this recession.

Now think of all the families you help by offering one year of service. You are doing good things! Keep on, keepin' on!

Be alert...with Google's help

Greetings!

I have found a great tool and decided that I should share it. If you haven't signed up already, Google Alerts is fabulous! And, you don't have to have a Google account to do so.

I signed up to see alerts regarding:
- Volunteers of America, Dakotas
- AmeriCorps VISTA
- Poverty
- Sioux Falls, SD
among other things..

It's a great (and easy) way to stay up-to-date, even when you're really busy!

Disclaimer: Not everything you receive will relate to your alert topic. Sometimes I get anything with 'Dakota' in it. Oh well! :)

BHAHFH on facebook

Click on over to facebook & become a fan of Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity.

You will receive updates on our events & progress on our builds!

It is a great way to spend your cyber time.

Leadership Sioux Falls

The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce is conducting an eight-month community leadership training program. One session is scheduled per month between October 2009 and May 2010. It's a significant time commitment; however, this program may be ideal for those VISTAs serving in Sioux Falls. Tuition is $425.