Latest News
- September 30, 2021
- Denise
As we count down the days to Giving Tuesday, we will be exploring all the ways you can inspire and strengthen not only our students, but also individuals and local charities in your own community. One big hug and a helping hand may be all someone needs to change their life forever.
- August 16, 2021
- Elizabeth
Markson's story is just one example of how Photo Start is ending the cycle of poverty and creating a future in focus for our students.
- July 22, 2021
- Denise
Our class in Kibagare, Kenya, held its first graduation and exhibit.
- July 6, 2021
- Denise
Be the light! Text ERIC39 to 44-321 or visit the Eric’s Circle of Light campaign page. Eric’s Circle of Light was established in honor of our dear friend, Eric Spencer Richenstein (1982 – 2020). He is always in our hearts, but especially so on July 6, which this year would have been his 39th birthday. Eric’s […]
- June 16, 2021
- Abby
It was a typical school day in April 1943. Sally was enjoying her lunch at Brooklyn’s Lincoln High
School when a teacher, who thought Sally was being too loud, moved her to the track team
table. There, Maurice introduced himself and welcomed Sally to the seat next to his. That
weekend they went on their first date: a movie and stroll on the iconic Coney Island boardwalk
for Nathan’s Famous hot dogs and french fries. They’ve been inseparable ever since.
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