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Your Community | January 2019
As a society, we’ve become used to simply buying the things we need or paying for whatever services we require. But once upon a time it was common for people to trade products and services instead. In fact, bartering...
The barter system: making your community work for you
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Your Community | November 2018
The phrase, “there is strength in numbers” is especially true when you’re talking about the power to make a difference in your community and around the world. The efforts of just one person can still change lives and...
How to encourage others to make a difference
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Your Community | October 2018
Foresters Financial™ marked a huge milestone on September 22 when we celebrated 150 playground builds by helping to build a brand new playspace at Jenny Lind Elementary School in Minneapolis with community volunteers...
We have 150 reasons to celebrate!
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Your Community | October 2018
We can sometimes think of fall as the start of the hibernation season. As the cool weather moves in, it’s easy to opt to stay warm and snuggly inside by the fire surrounded by family and close friends. There’s...
20 ways to show your community some love this fall
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Your Community | September 2018
It has been decades since Foresters Financial member Robert R.’s two children attended Sammons Elementary School in Houston, Texas, but that didn’t stop him from going above and beyond to try to make a difference in...
A playground for a new generation
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Your Community | August 2018
Volunteering is about giving, be it your time, your skills, your experience and wisdom, or your financial help. But something incredible happens when you give; you get so much back in return. In fact studies have shown...
Little volunteers: How to get your kids interested in helping others
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Your Community | July 2018
A warm summer evening when the sun is still bathing the sky in an amber glow after 9:00pm is the perfect setting for an outdoor gathering with friends and family. But not only is the setting lovely, summer also...
How to have an energy-efficient summer
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Your Community | June 2018
If you asked most people what winter sport they most connect with Canadians, the answer would probably be hockey. But to the Tardi family of Cloverdale, British Columbia, it’s all about curling. Their two boys, Jordan...
A family of volunteers: Meet the Tardis
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Your Community | June 2018
It’s been well documented that being connected to a community is an important part of good mental health. Regular social interaction and support provides a sense of value and belonging, and it can even help prevent...
How to foster community when it doesn’t come naturally
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Your Community | May 2018
If you have some junk in your home, now might be the perfect time to sell them. But why not think bigger and involve your neighbors too! A jumble sale is a great idea for a few reasons: first, more people are involved,...
Community street sale: Make some cash and meet new friends
