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CONTENT 04
From the Editor
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Homeownership Challenges for Under-served Communities
12 Road to Success 2 | GOOD DEEDS
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Dr. Karen D. Lomax
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Settle the Matter!
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Don’t Get Ready, BE READY!!!
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The Power of Collaboration Over Extreme Competition
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YOUR SMALL BUSINESS DOESN’T HAVE TO BE SMALL
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Homeownership Challenges for Under-served Communities Senator Harris called for amending the Fair Credit Reporting Act that requires credit reporting agencies to include payments of rent, cellphone bills, and utilities when calculating credit scores. There are an estimated 26 million people who are “credit invisible” and another 19 million who are said to have “unscorable” files, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. These people don’t have enough bank or credit union accounts to have a credit score by today’s standards. These were the talking points at Essence Music Festival 2019. It is a welcome development for those who need the help. Unless you have an advisory team of people who work in the system and are in the trenches with the constituents, you will have guidelines and procedures that look good on paper, but do not accomplish the goals they were set to meet.
I
disagree with Senator Harris on
their utilities on time, this will hurt their
The issue is that most banks and or
utilizing utilities to establish credit for credit scores instead of helping them.
mortgage companies do not want
under-served communities—African
In analyzing a customer’s credit score, if
to lend to these files because of who
American or Hispanic communities.
they have late pays on their credit bureau
they sell to on the secondary market.
While her concerns are for commu-
reports, they will also have late pays on
These files are considered manual
nities of color, this is applicable to all
their utilities. This would ultimately have
underwrites and according to profita-
low to moderate-income individuals.
a negative impact on their credit score.
bility models, these files do not fit into
For low-income to moderate-income individuals, they are financially illiterate on the basic concepts of credit and money management. Due to their circumstances, many times beyond their control, they are forced to pay higher expenses as it relates to housing and are forced to rent properties that cause them higher utility costs. Because the utility costs are higher, they are forced to make payment arrangements or pay just enough to keep the utility connected, especially during winter months when heating costs are astronomical. For those who do not pay
It is true that the biggest barriers to homeownership in these communities are credit and down payment. I currently work in the Atlanta market and there are four reasons why underserved communities are struggling to find housing in this market—credit, down payment, affor-
that model. For example, some banks state they will not lend below a 620 or 600 middle credit score. 50-60% of my borrowers are between 580 and 620. My institution will work with these borrowers because we are a community lender.
dability and new construction. Contrary
The second barrier for homeowner-
to public opinion, a credit score is not
ship is down payment. Most down
required to obtain a mortgage. We can
payments programs that are funded
utilize the utilities, cell phone bills and
by federal, state or local municipali-
any other obligation that the borrower
ties are income-based. The issue with
pays monthly to qualify them for the loan.
these programs is that the income
It is true that the biggest barriers to homeownership in these communities are credit and down payment.
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thresholds are so low that there is no
advice. This is detrimental to under-s
financial literacy training. We must
housing stock available in Atlanta at the
erved communities, because as stated
increase the Area Median Income
purchase price of $80-$200,000 due to
above, 50-60% of my business is FHA
to help borrowers with down
investors pricing buyers out of the market.
because their credit scores are between
payment assistance. We must
This will be addressed further below.
580 and 620.
educate the borrowers and realtors
However, if the Area Median Income was increased to 85-90%, you would see a substantial increase in the homeownership of under-served communities. The indivi-
Lastly, new construction is a barrier for homeownership in under-served communities if they do not participate in
duals in this category make too much money down payment assistance programs. In to qualify at 80% AMI, but don’t make enou- this market, I have approached builders
about “FHA mortgage programs” and we must allow borrowers the freedom to utilize the mortgage companies that best suits their financial needs
gh money to save for down payment.
who build “affordable” housing letting them know of the down payment as-
Jennine M. Hunter, MBA
The next issue is affordability for under-
sistance that I have access to due to the
Mortgage Loan Officer
served communities. In Atlanta, at the
status of my bank. The buyers are
NMLS#1780411
purchase price of $80-$200,000, investors
“strongly” encouraged to utilize the
Citizens Trust Bank NMLS# 753906
have come in but priced buyers out due to
“preferred lenders” of the builder in
Jennine.Hunter@ctbatl.com
realtors only accepting cash offers or the
order to get their closing costs paid. If
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condition of the property, and the realtors
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refuse to accept “FHA” offers. There is the
their closing costs will not be paid. Yet
perception of some realtors that “FHA”
some builders do not have access to
borrowers are not qualified borrowers or
the federal funds due to their status as a
that there are significant repairs that must
mortgage company.
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Dr. Karen D. Lomax Dr. Karen D. Lomax is a Veteran of the United States Army. This proud mother of two (Alexis, fashion model and Jonathan, US Army Soldier) also works for the Oceanside Unified School District as a Behavioral Interventionist. She serves as the Associate Pastor for Atmosphere of Faith Christian Church in Vista, CA and continues to thrive from her strong Biblical foundation.
Dr. Renee Sunday is excited to have hem grace the cover of Good Deeds Magazine! Be sure to grab your copy when it hits the shelves.
W
hen we’re fortunate enough to
de and disposition shows that she is a
encounter genuine and pur-
winner. And when asked what “winning”
pose driven people, we must
meant to her, she replied, “I’ve seen this
learn to stop and receive the greatness
word (winning) posted all over social
being released from and through them.
media. But I don’t think a lot of people
We have to embrace their wisdom and
understand what that truly means. I
appreciate their heart. We have to respect
would never consider myself as ‘winning’
their wisdom and insight, especially when
if those within my circle aren’t winning.”
it’s meant to mature us. And if you have
And that is the epitome of a person who
ever encountered Dr. Karen D. Lomax, you
has a heart to serve.
will understand why she is one of those
This young lady is the Founder and
persons that you need to pay attention.
President of Karen Lomax Ministries, the
But just incase you’re not familiar, today is
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Recently, we had the chance to interview
duate of both Columbia College and
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Liberty University. She also received her
much about her; in fact, it made us love
Doctorate of Humanities in 2018 from
and respect her all the more. Her attitu-
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Dr. Lomax has authored and co-authored 3 best-selling projects: Leading to Lead: Good to Great Leadership Principles, Resurrected Angels, and Passion Unleashed: Bring Your Best Self to God. Each of these works are available online via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million. when we asked this African-American female chaplain, commissioned by President Barack Obama, if she ever dealt with doubt or apprehension, this is what she told us. “First and foremost, I rely on prayer and scripture…I find solace in knowing that Christ experienced the same apprehension.” Dr. Lomax knows that she’s not alone, no matter where her journey leads her. Additionally, she has the following e-book titles available: Rediscovering You by Discovering Your Purpose and Happiness 101: How to Bring More Joy Into You Life. Her literary works are extensive and she’s far from being done, as she continues to create attention-grabbing reads that can positively impact the masses and build knowledge in various areas. Her titles are many but her dedication to each is true and undeniable. And whether it is in the form of a mentor or a finance coach, a health & wellness expert or a business mentor, one thing is for sure – she is a woman of excellence that gives no less than that. Dr. Lomax is a servant at heart and she only desires to see others live the life that they were designed to live, from the inside out.
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“Your willingness to invest in yourself empowers others to invest in you” Dr. Zorn
SOMETHING MINIMAL IMPORTANT WRITTE IT HERE LOREM
Road to Success
S
uccess, Success, Success, and
give, or devote (time, talent, treasures.),
more Success; everyone desires
as for a purpose or to achieve something.
Success. That hunger to be suc-
There are three currencies you must use
cessful is a part of our DNA as children of
to invest in your success. You must spend
God because it is His promise. However,
your time, talent, and treasure to acquire
having the desire for success is not
success in any endeavor. These are the
enough to become successful. There is
three-precious commodities that we
a road that drives visionaries beyond
must invest to become successful. Your
their passion for becoming successful in
time, talent and treasure cannot be used
manifesting it. Investment is the key that
independently because it will keep you
differentiates those that desire success
from reaching the success level of your
from those that acquire it. “Faith without
real potential.
works is dead,” according to James 2:17, and it is going to take work to obtain
Invest Your TIME Wisely
success. Your level of success is a direct
Align your activities with the season so
correlation to the level of work you put
you can yield the rewards.
into becoming successful. Now, let’s talk about how we can shift from desiring success to acquiring success.
You can optimize your time by prioritizing how you use your time. Scheduling activities that move you closer to your goal will
Success, like everything in life, has prin-
keep you from being busy and missing
ciples that we must live by to acquire it.
your next destination. Don’t forget to
To be successful in life, we must follow
leave on time for your schedule and make
the laws of investing in our self, marria-
provision for unexpected activities to
ge, family, relationships, ministries, busi-
keep your appointment a success.
nesses, etc. Investing here means to use,
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So, he who had received five talents
to get you headed down the road to
came and brought five other talents,
success.
saying, ‘Lord, you delivered to me five
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV)
talents; look, I have gained five more talents besides them.’ Matthew 25:20 (NKJV)
Then Isaac sowed in that land, and reaped in the same year a hundredfold; and the LORD blessed him. Genesis 26:12 (NKJV)
Invest your TREASURE Invest your finances in your promise as a promissory note that you shall
Cultivate Your TALENTS Sharpen and enhance your skills through hands-on training or personal and professional development. Your current skill level is enough to get you started. So, get started! Evaluate and adjust as you go. The more you use what you have, the better you will become. Do not hesitate to go back to school. Hire a life or business coach to help sharpen your current skills and develop those skills that are dormant.
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acquire it. One of the greatest things you can ever do for yourself is to put a seed
Dr. Derashay Zorn
in the ground for your success so
Kingdom Strategist
that you may obtain the harvest. You
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should be the first person to invest
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you believe in you and gives others
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the courage to take the risk and invest in you. If you are not willing to take a chance on yourself, then it is impossible to think that someone else will. Go out and purchase the necessary things
Settle the Matter!
Dr. Maricia Sherman
As a child, I never did like winter much. It just always seemed, well, cold! The
I
trees had no leaves, the snow melted and made everything wet.
would spend the winter months longing for spring. Little did I know that I was missing out on the beauty that winter possessed by not respecting what it had to offer. Later in life, I grasped the understanding that winter is a transitional month. The perspective of it is to understand that it must take place; some things must die so that newness can be birthed in its proper season. It is the same with matters that we leave unattended and unsettled in our hearts. When we allow unsettled matters to cause our hearts to become cold and we never allow the warmth of love to penetrate, matters that should die live on and unfortunately, we never sprout into newness. These unsettled matters of the heart, better known as offenses, may transpire from insults, attacks, division, separation, broken relationships, or betrayal. What it produces is hurt, anger, outrage, jealousy, resentment, envy, strife, and possibly hatred. I don’t know about you, but living with an offense is grueling and exhausting and leaving unsettled
We have a choice of whether to react or respond to an offensive situation. internalized multiple crushing matters of the heart and are oblivious to their condition, usually walking in a lot of
healing and to experiencing a healthy, positive and mature growth in life. When this does not happen, unhealthy behaviors and
denial and anger. Generally speaking,
stunted growth are presented.
they tend to refuse to admit that they
Let’s consider a tumor. A tumor in your body is growth but this is not a proper
are hurt and angry and mull over it in
their minds. Anger then builds inside of growth. So, although growth is present, it the heart and the need to seek revenge is not positive and is certainly not normal. may begin to emerge. This personal
Eventually, tumors usually require surgical
matters of the heart unguarded should not be taken lightly!
decision to hold on to negative heart
removal. As such, those negative situations
issues threatens life’s productivity and
or toxic relationships that we have locked
In fact, unsettled matters of the heart must be resolved before true freedom
inhibits the ability to live free from bit-
up in our hearts need to be cut away just
terness. Not to mention when you hold
like the tumors. This is so that we don’t
can present itself. However, this challen-
a grudge against someone, you end
continue to grow increasingly passionless
ge of settling toxic heart issues proves to
up robbing yourself. These unsettled
to our own selves and poisonous to those
be difficult for many people. According
matters and offenses, if allowed to set
around us. We must decide that we are
to high statistics, it would appear that most people revert to holding grudges
up shop in our minds, take a grip on the ready to embrace our life journey with pure emotions within the heart. It is possible intentions and a pure heart allowing positi-
negative mindsets, physical illnesses,
that this cycle, if left unprovoked, could ve transitions to take place. Notice the word continue for years leaving a person mi- “allowing”. You see, you must give yourself
and severe mental distress. Most people
serable and unable to effectively com-
permission to live free, revitalizing every
who are offended don’t even realize
municate love or affection. Learning
inch of your heart just like the circulation of
that they are trapped. They usually have
to “settle the matter” early is crucial to
our blood revitalizes us. With every second,
which causes cold judgmental hearts,
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fect. Although it may not remove the pain, nor is it a removal of responsibility from the person who has caused the offense, if applied, this step will open the lines of communication even greater. It will lower the walls that may have been built through pride and stubbornness; neither of which is healthy and causes unsettled matters of the heart to remain in a slow burn within a cold heart. Humbleness will always open the door to healing. We must make it our goal to approach others the same way our blood keeps vital organs supplied
ge. Rather, let’s change the things we can
with the necessary nutrients and elec-
–starting with our own peace of mind. It’s
trolytes for your body to function. If a vital time to let the healing begin. Here are 3 organ does not receive this, death occurs. ways to begin settling the matter: It is the same with your mind and heart. When it does not receive fresh confidence, fresh energy, wisdom and knowledge, and the warmth of love circulating through it, it will slowly become cold and unstimulated. The good news is that we have a choice. We have a choice of whether to react or
1.
Stop Ignoring it.
Accepting the fact that you are offended may be the most difficult part in the process of settling negative matters of the heart. This is because most people pride themselves in not allowing people’s words and actions to affect them. But walking in denial only creates a volcano
we will want to be approached when we become the one guilty of offending. 3.
Let it stay resolved!
Before you go to the person who has offended you, ask God to help you to be open to hear the other person’s heart and then once resolved, let it stay resolved. Resurrecting old wounds is never pleasant. In truth, if it can easily be resumed, it is possible that it was never actually settled within the heart. Communicate until you have resolved
respond to an offensive situation. To react of emotions. Don’t feel ashamed, everyo- all issues concerning the offense. Leave nothing hidden as this will only commeans to act reciprocally or in return, ne gets offended from time to time, we plicate the matter in the future. There is usually without thought or considerajust get offended in different ways. Acktion. Or we can respond, which means to nowledge that the offense has occurred no time limit on how long it will take to heal but with proper communication, make a reply or answer with thought or and then practice healthy ways to express love, prayer, and willing participants, consideration. We can choose to become your thoughts, feelings, and emotions healing will surely occur. Once a resobetter rather than bitter! This is far from without causing further emotional harm. lution has occurred, leave it buried and easy but can be accomplished if your There are plenty of ways to express your begin the journey of restoring trust. desire is to do so. Yes, some offensives feelings without being confrontational. With God, all things are possible. will be more difficult to overcome than Therefore, ask questions rather than jum* In intense matters such as marital inothers. Ask God to help you and choose ping to conclusions. The goal must be to fidelity, a criminal injustice, or abuse of to assume the best. Don’t assume that bring reconciliation. any form, please consider seeking out another person has purposely done 2. Examine your heart. additional assistance and counseling. * something to hurt you. Maybe they are unaware of how they came across or that Recognize that you also have weaknesses Dr. Maricia Sherman whatever they did was offensive to you.
and tendencies. Be willing to admit that
www.mariciasherman.com
Remember, we always have some level of
you also have shortcomings. Remem-
info@mariciasherman.com
choice thus making affirming positive be-
bering our own weaknesses is a great
Dr. Sherman is a minister, international
havioral choices helps us to cultivate a life way of overcoming when someone else has offended us. This humbling task will well-lived. Rather than living stuck or in
speaker, best-selling amazon author,
and dedicated wife and mother. She remind us that everyone makes mistakes, currently resides in Arlington, TX. fear, we can choose to not allow ourselves including our own selves – no one is perto expend energy on what we can’t chanPhoto Credit: KPE Media GOOD DEEDS | 15
Don’t Get Ready, BE READY!!! Raushanah N. Butler , MBA, MPM http://www.linkedin.com/in/rnbutlermbampmg https://www.amazon.com/author/raushanahbutler
Spirituality/Motivation
Every now and then, we find ourselves in a lifechanging situation that causes us to think about the who, what, when, where, how and why of life. It could be the loss of a loved one, the ending of a relationship, or even starting a new chapter by becoming an entrepreneur; there is something that causes us to pause, reflect and take note of what we need to do differently to achieve the results we desire. There is something I have heard in a number of circles, and I’m sure you have too, and that is to not get ready but to be ready. Well, we all know that we can’t change the past, but we can be intentional about our future.
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YIELD: Lastly, I must yield…yield to ourselves. In this space, it is okay to be somewhat selfish, because if you aren’t any good for yourself, you can’t be good for anyone else. Remind yourself that “NO” is a one-word sentence and your goals should be a primary focus. Yield to those things that add, multiply and enhance the life you have set your eyes on. So, in essence, being ready is all about focusing on you. Focusing on what makes you thrive and that which truly fulfills you. It’s your life to live, so stop simply existing and go live it!
S
o, how do we get ready to receive
job may impact them both. If your em-
may have been involved. Accepting it
and embrace all that life has for us
ployer offers tuition reimbursement for
doesn’t mean that we give ourselves a
moving forward? We must…
you to take advantage of, that may mean
pass either, we simply recognize that
your financial consideration decreases,
there is maturing that needs to be
yet it may take a longer time to comple-
done on our parts as well.
REFLECT: Do you even know what you want? What
te due to the demands of the job. And
about what you need? Are you living the
guess what? That’s okay!
life that others have strategically carved out for you? Getting married, having kids, owning a house, a dog, and a successful
ACCEPT:
DELETE: I for one don’t like a cluttered house and we shouldn’t have a cluttered heart, mind or spirit either. Let’s press
career (which is relative) by a certain age
Acceptance brings us closer to freedom. That may mean we have to forgive so-
shouldn’t define us nor dictate how we
meone, forgive ourselves, or fully grasp
we know that may no longer fit into
live our lives. We don’t realize that we
that which happened. Happened here
where we are going, places we used
may subconsciously try to appease others is the keyword and there is nothing we based on what their picture of life is. Take can do about it. Getting hung up on the
the delete button on some people
to go to that no longer serve us, and things we are holding on to just for
a moment to think about what your heart
“wouldas-couldas-shouldas” prolongs
memory’s sake. In addition to that, we
yearns for, what your soul is thirsty for,
us from reaching the destination of
must let go of some old habits and
and what ultimately fulfills you. There
fulfillment. Staying stuck in the past is
mindsets that have been a hindrance
is no time limit given to this moment of
truly a hindrance and the main way to
to us thinking “it has always been
reflection, just be clear about what you
get past it is to accept it. Now, don’t get
done this way”. If you didn’t get the
want and need.
me wrong, accepting it doesn’t mean
desired results, it’s time to change the
that we agree with everything that has
way you think about things and the
happened or even with the people that
way you do them.
EVALUATE: Now that you have reflected on what you want, it’s now time to figure out how to get those things. Set goals related to your desires and be adamant about achieving them. The main thing to remember though is that goals can change. For instance, one of the things you wanted to do was to finally finish your degree which you’ve been putting off. That goal may be accompanied by financial and time management considerations, however, getting a new
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The Power of Collaboration Over Extreme Competition
Simene’ Walden
In an era where everything is available with the click of a mouse and over 1.86 billion monthly users on Facebook alone, we are exposed to information by the seconds.
T
here is a lot of sharing, discussing, commenting, posting, and down-
loading going on all across the world. There are advantages to it all while it can prove to be problematic for others. Anytime the purpose of a thing is not defined, abuse is inevitable. There are some individuals who are innately resilient, go-getters, and hard workers. If the drive and passion that they have is not put into proper perspective and nurtured, it can become problematic. One of the biggest issues that can be seen with social media is the forward. 1. Decide that you don’t want to compete with people on an extreme level, but comparison trap. I wholeheartedly believe it does not start with social media but an inward issue and social media enhances what is already there. For the love of acceptance, people start to compete with people who are not even in their lane even those whom they have never met at any time. That can be a deadly trap and if you don’t recognize it early, it can kill anything you desire to
collaborate to share ideas that can have a greater reach. 2. Pray and ask God who to work with. You can’t work with everybody and that is true within our own families, ministries, and businesses, but that does not mean you are to be mean, nasty, rude, or backbiting either. It simply means working with them is not a wise decision. Ideologies, approaches, and timing just may not work at that moment and timing is everything. 3. Be ready to lead. Everyone wants the position and title until it’s time to lead. There is hard work associated with promotion and growth. 4. Be open to ideas and suggestions from others while being led by God. Be
do.
ready to share ideas and share them honestly with the right attitude. The
Competition starts at a very tender age
that someone does not take your advice, don’t beat yourself up about it.
and some people grow up thinking everything’s a competition. These types of people oftentimes feel worthless when they do not win, even when it’s not all about their individual performance. When competition becomes your driving force, collaboration becomes an enemy when in fact, collaboration makes things better. If you are a component of collaboration, you will appreciate the suggestions in this article, and if you’re not, these tips will be beneficial for you moving
way we communicate with one another is so important and in the event 5. Whatever the project, idea, event, or plan that you are collaborating on, share it with others. Tell people about it. Invite people in. Share it with your network or email list. 6. As a collaborator, share best practices, tools, and strategies with those you are working with. 7. Don’t bring your A-game to your own stuff and bring your C or D game to someone else’s. Show up on time, be prepared, and be presentable. Simene’ Walden http://periscope.tv/@simenewalsimene@simenewalden.com http://www.simenewalden.com https://www.facebook.com/simenewalden http://www.twitter.com/@simenewalden
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YOUR SMALL BUSINESS DOESN’T HAVE TO BE SMALL Yes, I understand your small business consists of you, your mom and your next-door neighbor. Yet, running a small business doesn’t always mean small.
Y
ou can begin your business by making sure you have a strong infrastructure in place; inter-
pretation: a business that operates like a machine, it runs even without you being there. You can hire virtual assistants, freelancers even interns and delegate most of the non-essential day to day tasks. Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to leave work early on a Friday afternoon? You could if you had a system in place that ran on clockwork. If you like this idea, here are some tips to get started: •
Make a list of everything the business requires to run smoothly
•
•
•
would have doubled if not tripled. You can even test ride some items you have set in place and whichever is not working can be adjusted from time to time.
Daily, weekly, monthly
You will find yourself eventually able to provide additional services to your
Now categorize it based on priori-
clients and customer base.
ty and decide whether or not it is
Others will wonder how you grew your small business from being small to
delegable
large. You will be able to tell them this, it begins with a mindset; your small
The majority of tasks should fall in
Hire help that can handle multiple things on your list. For example, an assistant that handles social media, answer phones, drafts correspondence and creates PowerPoint presentations
•
because you are now able to get more things done. Your staff strength of two
Take that list and split it into parts:
the source out pile •
business getting larger. You will have more time on your hands and less stress
business does not have to be small. It’s not about size, it’s about planning. If you structure your little tiny business as if it were the largest one in your city, you will discover it growing, growing and growing. For years I struggled with running a small business. My biggest mistake was trying to take on all of the tasks myself. I was the accountant, cashier, secretary, and CEO. Eventually, I got burned out. There is only so much one person can do. You must have a team, a structure, a plan. Interns, freelancers, and virtual assistants are worth their weight in gold. When you’re ready to move the word “small” from your business, try these tips and start to think big.
Follow your business/marketing plan with the team at hand
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Nonprofit Directory 1. House of Divine Guidance, Inc. Dr. Donna Robinson is the Executive Director of House of Divine Guidance, Incorporated. Our mission is to help the homeless rebuild their lives by providing them with physical and emotional support needed to move out of homelessness, unemployment or underemployment. HDG provides emergency shelter, life skills workshops and job training that leads to improved relationships and finances, better physical and mental health, reliable incomes and stable housing. This summer HDG will host a health/mental health fair for the homeless with free health screening and grooming, domestic violence and cancer prevention workshops, and referrals for follow-up care. To donate go to http://www.houseofdivineguidance. org. 2. Faith Temple Worldwide Ministries, INC.. Mission: Help others right where they are. Ministry, Food Outreach Bishop-Elect Freddie P. Oats, III and Co-Pastor Debora “Lady Dee Oats Established: January 22, 2012 Church Address: 11223 North Williams Street, Suite J, Dunnellon Fl 34430 If further information is needed, plea22 | GOOD DEEDS
se call Pastor Oats @ 352-361-8182
the difficulty in adjusting to this life altering change; which can be mental,
3. Sonya’s House nonprofit organization
spiritual, physical, and financial. Our goal is to provide low income housing
Founded in 2015, celebrates the life and spirit of Sonya Thompson. After 11 years of fighting, Sonya loss her battle from complications related to AIDS in 2003.
and holistic care during this time. Services include: •
(adjusted to individual dietary
Along her journey, she had difficulty in accepting her diagnosis and compliance with her daunting medication regimen. From her experience while caring for Sonya, the founder recognized the need for support within in the Dallas community and has heeded its call. No one should endure this battle alone and we are here to help.
Three nutritiously balance meals needs)
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Medication compliance
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Medication administration
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Medication monitoring and adherence
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Medication education
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Assistance with adjustment to daily life
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Setting and maintaining goals
Opening July 27th 2017, this Boarding
•
Reorientation to the workforce
house facility specializes in working
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We provide self-sufficient living
with people affected by HIV/AIDS and
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Partnering with support groups
Mental Illness and Reentry. We recognize
and organizations
Here at Sonya’s house we want
fulfilled, joyful and thriving life.
necessities and support themselves.
every individual to live life abun-
SF’s Founder Dr. Renee Sunday , the
Sunday Foundation (SF) was birthed to
dantly. In memory of Sonya, we
visionary of The Non Profit The Sunday
be a part of the solution to satisfy the
will be there as partners on this
Foundation states: “I have pracccc practi-
needs of families. There are several
journey. If you would like to learn
ced anesthesia for over Fifteen years. My
existing organizations that help in this
more about Sonya’s house please
mission is to encourage and empower
task as well. SF fervently will join the
contact the Founder Nepfrintina
others to enjoy life, share their message
purpose to remedy the lack of others
Hawkins.
and obtain their dreams. Furthermore,
and continue to be one of the extended
I enjoy being an instrument to render
family members of one family at a time.
SONYA’S HOUSE INC Nefrintina Hawkins Executive Director Vox: 682-777-5943 www.Sonyahouseinc.org 4. The Sunday Foundation (SF) The Sunday Foundation (SF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. SF is a foundation of Action. Propelling individuals into their purpose in life. SF creates, finds and supports individuals who want to improve their thinking, wellbeing and offer opportunities that will empower individuals to obtain a
services to others and to show compassion, love, and the standard of care.”
Our Mission is Serving Individuals to embark and obtain their purpose
Besides being an Anesthesiologist
throughout communities near and far.
Dr. Sunday is a radio and television
Opportunities are few and far between.
personality – Host of Good Deeds Radio
SF is here to bridge the gap with
& TV Show, Platform Builder, Grief & Loss
programs, necessities, and resources to
Specialist, Group Counselor, Motiva-
serve and tailor to meet the needs of
tional & Inspirational Coach, Passion &
each individual.
Purpose Guru, Author and Publisher.
We will accomplish the mission through
Dr. Sunday experienced loss of both her
Programs, Seminars, Workshops, Awards
brother William Sunday, Jr. and Godson
and Recognition plus other benchmar-
- Eyianlijah. During time at the hospitals
ked resources for individuals to advance
especially while in the intensive care unit
and propel forward in life.
(ICU) she noticed supportive families
Website:
tired and physically exhausted. Many of the families were in need of basic
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5. Loving Arms, Inc ( PLEASE WATCH )) >>>>> https:// youtu.be/3hfvmyLlkP0 or https:// youtu.be/32yP9L55RBQ I am Known as S. Monique Smith-Person, an Unidentifiable Missing Person, advocate, community service leader, mentor, author, mother and wife. Years ago, I started my journey to discover who I am and where I began after
Alerts. Also, during this time, I created a self-help book called “Strong Talk; The New Norm” for parents to be aware of abduction dangers, but most importantly …It shares how to have ongoing conversations with our youth. Known As Monique Mission: 1. To take action and provide resources for unidentifiable, living missing persons and their families 2. To provide advocacy, education and
receiving the devastating news that
prevention programs and resources
I was stolen as a child. I became well
related to the issues of missing
acquainted with libraries, law facili-
persons, child abduction and
ties and wonderful people who have
human trafficking.
helped me make advancements
focused on middle and high school
300 W. 23rd Street
students for mentoring, workforce
my fight, I had a light bulb moment
Baltimore, Maryland 21211
development and bullying preven-
which lead me to realize, I must sha-
Office: 410.466.4800
tion.
re my story not only for me, but for
Fax: 410.466.0700
To date we have impacted over 4,000
my children and all those unspoken
Email: info@reharrington.com
students in our in-school program,
voices whose plight is similar with
MSmith@reharrington.com
workshops and conferences. This year
along the way. Mid way through
mine. With this realization I spent my
our Blazers and Pearls program served
timeadvocating for Missing Chidren
6. HOPE IN DARKNESS GLOBAL
and I also became a self-published
FOUNDTION
Grandview Middle School, Hillcrest
athor. By becoming an author, I was
Dr. Angela D. Stanley fights against
High School, Melrose High School and
depression & suicide with the nonprofit
Manassass High School. On April 13
able to spread my story and awareness for those like me, creating a platform for thousands to be found. As the years have passed, I havefought
organization : HOPE IN DARKNESS GLOBAL FOUNDATION.
students at Wooddale Middle School,
all participating students graduated from the Blazers and Pearls program receiving participation certificates,
hard for the Missing, Unidentifiable,
“Giving Hope for Brighter Days”
and Trafficked.
www.hopeindarkness.org
with 8th graders received laptops to
1-888-551-3321
assist with their school work.
Over $60,000.00 has been raised over the years from Awareness
shirts and high school students along
Contact:
Campaigns, Drives, and Speaking
7. UCAN of Memphis
Engagements. Funds included ge-
UCAN of Memphis was chartered
Executive Director, UCAN of Memphis
nerous donations from an amazing
in 2006 as a mentoring organization
office: (901) 262-8642
Networking Community for non-pro-
adopting Gordon Elementary as our
mobile: (901) 619-8604
fits and those in need over the last
school to serve. In 2011 we saw a need
www.ucanofmemphis.org
10 years. In this time KAM First
for employers to seek qualified youth
Responders was created which is an
and retain them for employment but
8. Bridging the Gap Wellness Program.
initiative that was created allowing
the youth soft skills and character were
It is focused on bringing youth and
the community to assist law enfor-
lacking. In 2013 we included bullying
families athletic and creative activities
cement search for missing persons
prevention due to my brother commit-
to underserved communities.
during Amber and Missing Persons
ting suicide. Therefore we expanded and
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Leshundra Robinson, MPA
J. Spence-Straughn, MHA Motivational speaker, author and founder of From Drop Out to Masters www.btgprograms.org 401 219 6800 9. L.A.A.M.B. Family Services Inc.
tomorrow’s leaders. We are award scholarships to stu-
Nicole whom are cofounders and the rest is history.
dents living in single parent homes in
With over 900+ community service
grades four through college to relieve
hours, BSW was chosen as MVP
the financial burden associated with
Non-Profit Organization through the
back to school costs.
Memphis Grizzles Foundation and
Through our Positioned for
several other accolades such as the City of Memphis Proclamation, Best
We are a multi-service 501(c)3
Greatness Youth Program we
nonprofit organization that was
engage in discussions about
created to provide services to the
anti-bullying, college and career
developmental & intellectual
readiness, youth entrepreneurship,
commmunities, individuals struggling
community service and leadership.
with substance abuse, those who are
Students participate in service
homeless and who simply just need a
opportunities such as collecting
helping hand.
coats and blankets, serving the
Crystal Clark- Chatman
homeless, and educational trips like
Director and Founder of Beautiful
our annual College Access Tour visi-
Spirited Women
ting local colleges and universities.
Facebook: Beautiful Spirited Women
Our vision is to provide unsurpassed customer service and high quality care to it’s clients and the community. Mission Statement: To provide services (residential, counseling, education, job readiness, life skills and residential services with and without treatment) to the abovementioned communities. At the present time, we have 2 programs operating throughout the year. We are currently looking for
Contact: Jaemellah Kemp, Founder & CEO IT TAKES TWO, INC Creating tomorrow’s leaders today www.ittakestwoinc.org 443.302.9799 11. Beautiful Spirited Women Teen Mentoring Program was designed and
more services can be available to the
created by God himself. He gave me
community.
a gift and a vision to fulfil an assign-
my parents (Linda and Alex) and it is an acronym for my immediate family.
works with girls on a consistent basis from ages 4-19 years old and women 20 and over. BSW provides them with the resources they need to succeed in this lifetime.
beautifulspiritedwomen@gmail.com www.beautifulspiritedwomen.org PO Box 17388 Memphis, TN, 38187 12. 40 Girls and Some Shoes Non Profit We donate new and gently worn
a building to call our own so that
L.A.A.M.B. was established to honor
Non-Profit at the Stone Awards. BSW
ment to be a restoration to girls and women in our community. I then went to my sisters Delbera, Ursula, and
SHOES to the homeless and low income communities of Georgia.. Contact Sylvia Webb at 678-457-8500 Sylvia Webb Founder/President 40 Girls and Some Shoes, Inc.
please feel free in contacting me via email or call. Antoinette M. Boone laambfs@gmail.com 646-238-5399 10. IT TAKES TWO, INC IT TAKES TWO, INC is a 501c3 Maryland youth based nonprofit organization committed to education and creating opportunities for GOOD DEEDS | 25
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