Not every immigrant is a refugee in true need of asylum, but for those who are, what's the right response and how can we make sure our intervention is targeted to those who truly need it? Here are some practical suggestions for you to consider for the work in your hometown.

James Whitford Founder & CEO Read more from James   Listen to this article: Just about all of us have encountered a panhandler with a sign that reads, "Anything helps." But is that true? Does anything really help? Years…

Does government aid weaken community bonds of brotherhood? President Grover Cleveland believed it did. In 1887, he vetoed national aid to preserve "kindly sentiment and conduct" among Americans. Today, Missouri’s Medicaid expansion and Senate Bill 82 risk dismissing his wisdom by crowding out faith-based charities that foster true relationships and hope. James Whitford shares.

Empowering programs should ask people to contribute as well as receive. But to someone unfamiliar with that model, it can appear as if the person in need is being exploited. This article explores eight concrete action steps that will help your programs remain above reproach.

What does flourishing look like for someone with a mental illness or physical disability who can’t live on their own? Consider these six questions as you seek a dignified, permanent housing solution.