As we near our launch on Tuesday, October 11th, coverage of Charlotte's first street magazine has increased. This is a good thing. As much as possible, we want to make the vendor's job easier–by spreading the word and driving customers to them.
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First Copy Printed
This magazine has the potential to give hope and employment to many homeless and low-income individuals in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding. To print the remaining 9,999 copies, we need your help.
Sponsor An Issue!
Businesses and organizations: Sponsor the first issue of Speak Up with a $300 donation. Benefits of sponsorship are many…
Camping is Fun — When You Have a Choice
As those close to me know, I love overnight wilderness adventure. Loading a big backpack (or a minimalist rucksack) and heading out for a weekend in the mountains of North Carolina is one of my greatest passions.
Fun-Raising
People are asked for money all the time. Depending on your sphere of influence (and how rigorously you filter your inbox), charitable "asks" can be a daily expectation. So we're trying to have fun with it.
Super Simple Survey
In the months leading up to Speak Up's launch, we're trying to communication our vision as clearly as possible. It can be a bit tough to do, especially when the actual magazine is just a "concept" floating in the air. This 30-second survey helps us.
Social Network for Good
On Saturday my wife Lana was out for coffee with a friend. She saw an older lady holding a "please help" sign. After talking with her for a few minutes and finding out some of her needs, Lana called me. This sweet lady, who not long ago lost her job and then her apartment, wanted [...]
Street Soccer USA Charlotte Invitational
Last weekend was the first annual Street Soccer USA Charlotte Invitational. This tournament brought homeless soccer players together from Charlotte, Maryland, New York and Milwaukee.
Charlotte News and Needs
3,237 homeless kids are enrolled in public schools throughout Charlotte this year, funeral with honor for a homeless veteran, volunteers needed to prepare new shelter space and more…
Update: Bongo Moves in Today
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