What is "The Pollination Model" of Philanthropy?

Featured Grantee: José Ramon

by Mark Morrison As a physical therapist, José Ramon Gonzales had always been interested in the benefits of a healthy lifestyle including fresh garden vegetables.  After several years as a physical therapist, he grew empty inside and began contemplating what inspired...
Shabnaz Yousefia, Applicant Advocate

Shabnaz Yousefia, Applicant Advocate

Shabnaz has worked in international development and education for 13 years in countries around the globe – including India, Nepal, Nicaragua, Haiti, Malawi and Senegal. Her passion for social justice has led her to document the oral narratives of women in Nepal...
Shabnaz Yousefia, Applicant Advocate

Hana ElSafoury

Hana is a proud Egyptian currently finishing up her B.A at Wesleyan University in CT. Her curiosity about people around her and their stories led her to Anthropology. Nothing brings her more joy than overthinking and endlessly questioning the motivations behind the...
Shabnaz Yousefia, Applicant Advocate

George Freeman

George Reginald Freeman is a dedicated sexual health educator, feminist, researcher, circular transformation agent, and human rights defender for people marginalized and discriminated against on the basis of their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression. He...