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Building Hope: How the 12 Neighbours Project Turned the Homeless Into Homeowners

In a world where one’s achievements often measure personal success, some individuals choose to use their wealth to make a difference in the lives of others, such as the “12 Neighbours” Project. Marcel LeBrun, a Canadian businessman with a philanthropic heart, is a prime example of this benevolent spirit.  After selling his successful business for ...

Haidene Go

The 12 Neighbours Project.

Why Is Japan the Only Country in the World Without Beggars?

It was a drizzly night in Tokyo, Japan. It was the rainy season. On my way home, an old man rode a bicycle with a large bag of empty cans on the back seat. I remembered that tomorrow was the weekly mandatory rubbish collection day, and the old man had beaten the rubbish collection company ...

Emma Lu

A homeless person in Japan.

Billy Ray Harris: A Story of Kindness and Honesty

Kindness and honesty, although good traits, can’t be expected from everyone. However, doing something good, no matter how simple, sometimes returns positive karma tenfold. This happened in the case of Billy Ray Harris, whose simple action resulted in him turning his life around. Before we start learning about his life, it’s important to note that ...

Mike West

Billy Ray Harris and the ring he returned.

Street Vet: Helping the Los Angeles Homeless Population’s Pets

The term street vets doesn’t sound like much, but they have made a name for themselves in Los Angeles. As pet owners, you want to do all possible to keep your pets healthy and happy. Most people have the opportunity, but it may be more difficult for individuals who live on the streets. You might ...

Viena Abdon

'The Street Vet' with a homeless person's pet dog.

Getting Old in the UK: Homelessness Crisis Awaiting Millennials

Over 600,000 millennials in the UK will be facing a devastating challenge when they retire — homelessness. According to a recent report prepared by an All-Party Parliamentary Group on Housing and Care for Older People, there will be shortages of affordable social housing when millennials hit retirement age and as a result, many will be ...

Jack Roberts

An elderly woman walking down a snowy street.