At select coffee shops around the world you can get your morning caffeine fix and at the same time do a kind deed for someone in the community. Buying a Suspended Coffee means purchasing an extra cup at the time you are paying, which can be claimed later by anyone who walks in from the street and otherwise may not have the money. The movement has been growing in popularity since it began in Italy years ago.
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The group Sweet Blessings has a vision of bringing memorable birthdays to children in need. The volunteer program has hand-delivered unforgettable gourmet birthday cakes to kids aged 5-14 living in poverty or experiencing life threatening illness.
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Two Kansas moms started the nation's first allergy-friendly food pantry after they both financially struggled because of their kids' allergies.
Disrespected as lower class, this worker has proven that all you need is determination to accomplish the impossible.
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