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Author Archives: BFJ Austin, TX
Chosen Few Ministries: The Promise and Progress of a Changed Man
February 2, 2012
Eric Valentine of the Texas Parole Board refers to Robert Powell as “a blessing” to the recently incarcerated men and women that Robert ministers to. In Robert’s words, “I can’t model perfection like Jesus, when he walked the dusty earth, … Continue reading →
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Conspire Theatre of Austin – Inspiring Women to Reach Beyond
November 15, 2011
Since the summer of 2009, Katherine and Michelle, Conspire Theatre’s directors, have combined their interests, training and love of theatre with their passion to bring change and give hope to incarcerated women at the Travis County Correctional Complex (TCCC) … Continue reading →
Keep Austin Mobile – Rides with “No Rules”
October 4, 2011
Cory and Randy are the heart and soul of Keep Austin Mobile (KAM), a locally grown, grassroots organization. Helping people is their passion. With a team of four to five volunteers, a part time employee, and four donated vehicles, KAM … Continue reading →
Paving a Peaceful Path to Higher Education
June 15, 2011
Kandace Vallejo is a young woman with a big heart for people and social justice. She is a first generation daughter of an immigrant from Mexico and has worked passionately to stop the low wages, human rights abuses, and modern-day slavery endemic … Continue reading →
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Healing Exchange through Equine Therapy
June 15, 2011
In 2008, Kellen Von Hauser and Suzanne Shero, Licensed Professional Counselors with twenty years of experience, began rescuing horses, mules and donkeys to work with abused and neglected children and adolescents. The relationships the children and animals build are healing … Continue reading →
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Young Artists of Hope
April 7, 2011
Jean-Pierre Verdijo of the Young Artists in Service Project of Austin is an inspiring young artist with a desire to bring hope and peace to his community through his art and mentorship of young artists. His projects are magical, inspirational, … Continue reading →
Honoring a Daughter’s Legacy
December 31, 2010
Carolyn Mosley has lived through every parent’s nightmare – the violent death of her youngest daughter Ortralla, who was stabbed in the hall of her high school by her ex-boyfriend. “Trella” was only 15. Out of her grief, and inspired … Continue reading →
Accessible Garden Cultivates Self-Sufficiency
October 25, 2010
A historic neighborhood, low-income housing needs, and the commitment of a community for diversity and self-sufficiency are what bring Bo McCarver and others in the Blackland Community Development Corporation (BCDC) together. BCDC renovates and maintains nearly 40 housing units affordable … Continue reading →
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Worker Cooperatives Harness the True Wealth of Community
September 7, 2010
Third Coast Workers for Cooperation (TCWC) empowers low-income communities to create a thriving network of eco-friendly, worker-owned businesses throughout the greater Austin area. Though Third Coast’s clients may be cash poor, TCWC recognizes and honors the wealth of knowledge, skills, … Continue reading →
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Books Provide Glimmer of Hope in Prison
September 7, 2010
The volunteers at Inside Books Project (IBP) know that the opportunity for education in correctional facilities is a beacon of hope for true rehabilitation in an otherwise grim prison context. Studies show that there is a strong positive relationship between … Continue reading →