Why CASA? My decision to become a CASA was not a decision I made lightly. As a housing policy blogger, I know of the impact affordable housing… Read more “Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) – The toughest but most rewarding job I ever had”
Author: philyork
Grant Proposal Writing – 7 Ways to Break the Writer’s Block
The scene is all to familiar (and may bring back bad memories for some readers): a deadline for an english paper is due…the deadline seems to be… Read more “Grant Proposal Writing – 7 Ways to Break the Writer’s Block”
Federal HOME Program Makes A Big Difference in Waco. Time to Make Sure It Does Not Get Cut
Summer is my favorite season and the 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays. As a Navy brat, I shared many 4ths with other military… Read more “Federal HOME Program Makes A Big Difference in Waco. Time to Make Sure It Does Not Get Cut”
Statistics Never Define a Community
Earlier this month, I participated in a speaker’s panel at Baylor University. The following is a response I had concerning the implications of local poverty statistics. What… Read more “Statistics Never Define a Community”
Panhandling: Sometimes the Best Gift is Not Giving…
Originally posted on Act Locally Waco – November 9, 2014 Believe it or not, only 35 business days remain until Christmas Day. This headline would intimidate most,… Read more “Panhandling: Sometimes the Best Gift is Not Giving…”
Pay Day Lending: Joining hands to Insist on Good Business Practice
Football season is here. As an Aggie transplant to Waco, I have a new struggle: competing loyalties as I slowly learn to cheer for my new home… Read more “Pay Day Lending: Joining hands to Insist on Good Business Practice”
The Tragedy of an Unaccepted Compliment
For many of us the scene is all too common: we completed our presentation. A well-rehearsed speech in 5 minutes seems to be a disgrace towards the… Read more “The Tragedy of an Unaccepted Compliment”
