Community Builders
Maryann Baldwin
Maryann Baldwin of Lansing, Iowa, loves planting the seeds of community - like Lansing Office Works – and then watching them grow.
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Maryann Baldwin of Lansing, Iowa, loves planting the seeds of community - like Lansing Office Works – and then watching them grow.
What better paper project for a “Wrapping Up” magazine theme than a DIY Paper Gift Bow?! It’s a lovely present-topper for holidays, birthdays, or any…
Inspire(d)'s Aryn Henning Nichols talks about what the Winter 2021-22 theme "Wrapping Up" means to her, with a fun infographic to boot!
Even though Brooke Pfeffer doesn't think of herself as a Community Builder, she definitely does just that in Lanesboro, Minnesota.
Amanda Goodenough works hard in the La Crosse, Wisconsin, community to create a better awareness around racial justice and responsibility.
Amanda Goodenough of Social Responsibility Speaks shares ways to be a better ally for people of color in this infographic.
Winter Inspire(d) 2021-22 is here! This is the perfect season for wrapping up - a year, in comfort, and through transitions. Cozy in, friends!
The Fall 2021 Inspire(d) – our 14th anniversary issue! – is all about the idea that change (even hard change!) is GOOD! Read it here today!
Fall leaves + Thanksgiving make this a truly perfect time for a Gratitude Garland - check out this easy paper project, and make yours today!
The Decorah Community Prairie - a wonderful place for walking and enjoying the seasons – celebrates it's 20th anniversary in 2021.
Adrian Lipscombe, owner of Uptown Cafe in La Crosse, Wisconsin, launched a black farming initiative, 40 Acres and a Mule, in 2020.
The Holiday + Winter Inspire(d) is about Looking for the Bright Spots in every day - even through the darkest days of winter.