When Hope Feels Out of Reach
This moment in history is heavy. The challenges we confront—inequity, oppression, and the entrenched forces resisting progress—feel insurmountable. It’s hard not to be distressed, dejected, and disoriented. Recently, you may have heard people say, “Have hope. Don’t despair.” But let’s be
National Philanthropy Day: Philanthropy’s Appeal in a Shifting Landscape
Each year, National Philanthropy Day reminds us of the positive impact charitable giving has on our communities. Philanthropy fills crucial gaps, from food pantries and shelters to scholarships and community centers. But this year, as we reflect on the state
Everyone Gets a Cookie (sorta)
Food fuels us and brings us together. At Voqal, we believe cookies offer some of the best energy for collective action. There are so many flavors, shapes, sizes, and textures. They can be sweet or savory. They can call forth