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<channel><title><![CDATA[BENZ LEGACY FOUNDATION - Ripple in the Pond]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond]]></link><description><![CDATA[Ripple in the Pond]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:37:52 -0700</pubDate><generator>EditMySite</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Compassion and Self-Care]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/compassion-and-self-care]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/compassion-and-self-care#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 22:26:56 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/compassion-and-self-care</guid><description><![CDATA[Click the start button before you start reading. --&gt;&nbsp;Join Us in Supporting Victims of Sexual Assault –Sponsor a Compassionate Self-Care BoxDid you know?Every 68 seconds, someone in the United States is sexually assaulted. The survivors of such a traumatic experience often find themselves not only dealing with physical scars, but with emotional and mental wounds that can take years to heal. In their journey of recovery, a compassionate gesture can make all the difference.We are reaching [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"><table class="wsite-multicol-table"><tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"><tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"><td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:32.915717539863%; padding:0 15px;"><h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><strong>Click the start button before you start reading. --&gt;</strong></h2></td><td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:67.084282460137%; padding:0 15px;"><div><div id="506765049939104305" align="left" style="width: 100%; overflow-y: hidden;" class="wcustomhtml"><iframe width="475" height="250" src="https://vclock.com/embed/set-timer-for-68-seconds/#theme=0&amp;ampm=1&amp;sound=xylophone" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="paragraph"><strong><font size="6">&nbsp;Join Us in Supporting Victims of Sexual Assault &ndash;</font><br><font size="4">Sponsor a Compassionate Self-Care Box</font></strong><br><br><strong><font size="4">Did you know?</font></strong><br>Every 68 seconds, someone in the United States is sexually assaulted. The survivors of such a traumatic experience often find themselves not only dealing with physical scars, but with emotional and mental wounds that can take years to heal. In their journey of recovery, a compassionate gesture can make all the difference.<br>We are reaching out to you to join us in a meaningful initiative: sponsoring Compassionate Self-Care Boxes for victims of sexual assault. These boxes are designed to help individuals in the midst of rebuilding their lives feel seen, heard, and supported. By sponsoring a box, you are not just offering self-care items, but a powerful reminder that they are not alone, and that there are people who care about their healing and well-being.<br>&#8203;<br>Our goal is to impact the lives of 1,000 survivors this year. Each Compassionate Self-Care Box is filled with thoughtful items that promote mental and emotional well-being, along with a personalized note of encouragement. Your support will help us send these boxes to individuals who need them the most, at a time when they are working to rediscover their greatness and reclaim their strength.<br>Would you consider sponsoring one or more boxes? Each box can make a world of difference for someone who needs to feel valued and cared for.<br><br>Thank you for your consideration and for standing with us in this important cause. Together, we can make an impactful difference in the lives of those rebuilding after a traumatic experience.<br>If you would like to sponsor a box use the link below.<br><br><br>With gratitude,<br>Benz Legacy Foundation</div><div><div id="971578966762878604" align="center" style="width: 100%; overflow-y: hidden;" class="wcustomhtml"><div style="position:relative;overflow:hidden;height:1200px;width:100%;"><iframe title='Donation form powered by Zeffy' style='position: absolute; border: 0; top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;width:100%;height:100%' src='https://www.zeffy.com/embed/donation-form/7c507371-ef67-43ef-b115-59a082f6d887' allowpaymentrequest="" allowtransparency="true"></iframe></div></div></div><div><div id="745878450697133732" align="left" style="width: 100%; overflow-y: hidden;" class="wcustomhtml"></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Seamless Event                       Creating Magic Moments]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/a-seamless-event-creating-magic-moments]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/a-seamless-event-creating-magic-moments#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 05:57:28 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/a-seamless-event-creating-magic-moments</guid><description><![CDATA[With so many things happening in this busy world it's easy for us to forget to stop and celebrate. We love the story of "A Seamless Event" this is a woman owned business created to encourage people to celebrate the milestones in the lives of those we love.&nbsp;The preschool teacher that had this vision is a great inspiration for us all.&nbsp;It was our pleasure to work with this company.&nbsp;&#8203;          [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">With so many things happening in this busy world it's easy for us to forget to stop and celebrate. We love the story of "A Seamless Event" this is a woman owned business created to encourage people to celebrate the milestones in the lives of those we love.&nbsp;<br />The preschool teacher that had this vision is a great inspiration for us all.&nbsp;<br />It was our pleasure to work with this company.&nbsp;<br />&#8203;<br /></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-11-at-10-54-02-pm_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buchanon Youth Foundation]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/buchanon-youth-foundation]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/buchanon-youth-foundation#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 16:32:23 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/buchanon-youth-foundation</guid><description><![CDATA[             [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-9-29-31-am_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-9-33-43-am_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Archie Moore | ABC Foundation]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/archie-moore-abc-foundation]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/archie-moore-abc-foundation#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 16:18:44 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/archie-moore-abc-foundation</guid><description><![CDATA[       ABC Youth Foundation was started by boxing Legend, Archie Moore in 1957. Archie was more than a boxer; he was a visionary who predicted a violent drug and gang epidemic that would trouble our nation. He proposed a simple solution: prevention. With this idea in mind, the Any Boy Can Youth Foundation was formed (later renamed Any Body Can Youth Foundation). Archie used the lure of boxing to instill discipline, respect, and other positive values into the lives of youth to prevent them from f [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-9-20-35-am_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">ABC Youth Foundation was started by boxing Legend, Archie Moore in 1957. Archie was more than a boxer; he was a visionary who predicted a violent drug and gang epidemic that would trouble our nation. He proposed a simple solution: prevention. With this idea in mind, the Any Boy Can Youth Foundation was formed (later renamed Any Body Can Youth Foundation). Archie used the lure of boxing to instill discipline, respect, and other positive values into the lives of youth to prevent them from falling into dangerous lifestyles.<br /><span></span></div>  <h2 class="wsite-content-title"><strong><font size="6" color="#8d2424">We love the work that ABC is doing in the community. Helping families truly is the ultimate ripple in the pond. 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This project was a lot of fun. We loved working with the founder who is a teacher who has dedicated her life to helping children. Investing in tomorrows leaders today is the best investment we can make as a society. Thanks for allowing us to partner with you in creating&nbsp;branding, social media and strategic planning for Kreative Thinkerz.        [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-06-08-at-7-13-29-pm_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><font size="5"><font color="#333333">The goal for Kreactive Thinkerz is to provide children with the skills and tools they need to become a &ldquo;kidpreneur&rdquo;. This project was a lot of fun. We loved working with the founder who is a teacher who has dedicated her life to helping children. Investing in tomorrows leaders today is the best investment we can make as a society. Thanks for allowing us to partner with you in creating</font><font color="#333333">&nbsp;branding, social media and strategic planning for Kreative Thinkerz.</font></font></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-06-08-at-7-20-32-pm_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[90 Days to Wellness                                A Health Equity Campaign]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/90-days-to-wellness-a-health-equity-campaign]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/90-days-to-wellness-a-health-equity-campaign#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:00:39 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/90-days-to-wellness-a-health-equity-campaign</guid><description><![CDATA[Equity vs Equality   					 						 						 						 						 							#wsite-video-container-702966192766783903{ 								background: url(//www.weebly.com/uploads/b/145040013-167644403437326265/1__1__588.jpg); 							}  							#video-iframe-702966192766783903{ 								background: url(//cdn2.editmysite.com/images/util/videojs/play-icon.png?1688675441); 							}  							#wsite-video-container-702966192766783903, #video-iframe-702966192766783903{ 								background-repeat: no-repeat; 								background-posi [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 class="wsite-content-title">Equity vs Equality</h2>  <div class="wsite-video"><div title="Video: 1__1__588.mp4" class="wsite-video-wrapper wsite-video-height-282 wsite-video-align-center"> 					<div id="wsite-video-container-702966192766783903" class="wsite-video-container" style="margin: 10px 0 10px 0;"> 						<iframe allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" id="video-iframe-702966192766783903" 							src="about:blank"> 						</iframe> 						 						<style> 							#wsite-video-container-702966192766783903{ 								background: url(//www.weebly.com/uploads/b/145040013-167644403437326265/1__1__588.jpg); 							}  							#video-iframe-702966192766783903{ 								background: url(//cdn2.editmysite.com/images/util/videojs/play-icon.png?1688675441); 							}  							#wsite-video-container-702966192766783903, #video-iframe-702966192766783903{ 								background-repeat: no-repeat; 								background-position:center; 							}  							@media only screen and (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), 								only screen and (        min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), 								only screen and (                min-resolution: 192dpi), 								only screen and (                min-resolution: 2dppx) { 									#video-iframe-702966192766783903{ 										background: url(//cdn2.editmysite.com/images/util/videojs/@2x/play-icon.png?1688675441); 										background-repeat: no-repeat; 										background-position:center; 										background-size: 70px 70px; 									} 							} 						</style> 					</div> 				</div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span><font color="#000000">What is Health Equity?&nbsp;</font><br /><font color="#000000">The 90 Days to Wellness Campaign addresses this very question.&nbsp;</font><br /><font color="#000000"><br />This collaborative project was very informative for everyone involved.&nbsp;</font><br /><font color="#000000">Creating a campaign&nbsp;that explained the difference between the two terms was a large task.<br />We were excited to provide datasheets, website design, videos, powerpoint and social media.&nbsp;</font></span><br /><br />See a clear definition of the equity and be sure to check out the informational video.&nbsp;<br /><br /><span>Health equity is the state in which everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of health. Achieving this requires ongoing societal efforts to:</span><span>&#8203;</span><ul style="color:rgb(var(--color_15))"><li><span>Address historical and contemporary injustices;</span></li><li><span>Overcome economic, social, and other obstacles to health and health care; and</span></li><li><span>Eliminate preventable health disparities.&nbsp;</span></li></ul> <span>To achieve health equity, we must change the systems and policies that have resulted in the generational injustices that give rise to racial and ethnic health disparities.</span><br /><span>Health equity is the state in which everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of health. Achieving this requires ongoing societal efforts to:</span><ul style="color:rgb(var(--color_15))"><li><span>Address historical and contemporary injustices;</span></li><li><span>Overcome economic, social, and other obstacles to health and health care; and</span></li><li><span>Eliminate preventable health disparities.&nbsp;</span></li></ul> <span>To achieve health equity, we must change the systems and policies that have resulted in the generational injustices that give rise to racial and ethnic health disparities.</span><br /><br />https://www.90daystowellness.org/&#8203;</div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-06-01-at-12-00-16-am_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[ACAR]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/acar]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/acar#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 06:23:09 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/acar</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						          					 								 					 						  ALABAMA COALITION AGAINST RAPE  Most nonprofits are very busy working on generating funds to help continue their work. Alabama Coalition Against Rape in no exception. As a national organization providing services for the public, they have their hands full. However in addition to serving the public they also provide training for police officer, first responders, and faith based organizations. The leaders of organizations such as AC [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/published/screen-shot-2023-05-31-at-11-27-13-pm.png?1685600923" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title">ALABAMA COALITION AGAINST RAPE</h2>  <div class="paragraph">Most nonprofits are very busy working on generating funds to help continue their work. Alabama Coalition Against Rape in no exception. As a national organization providing services for the public, they have their hands full. However in addition to serving the public they also provide training for police officer, first responders, and faith based organizations. The leaders of organizations such as ACAR are the true heroes and sheroes without a cape. Check out the "Know Your Status" commercial that was produced to bring awareness to the importance of getting tested for HIV.<br /><br />Website, commercial, flyers, social media, marketing material, consulting</div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <h2 class="wsite-content-title">Know Your Status Campaign</h2>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:22.323462414579%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:left"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/published/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-3-00-14-pm.png?1688680911" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:77.676537585421%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-video"><div title="Video: acar_video_873.mp4" class="wsite-video-wrapper wsite-video-height-282 wsite-video-align-center"> 					<div id="wsite-video-container-256272338499918607" class="wsite-video-container" style="margin: 10px 0 10px 0;"> 						<iframe allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" id="video-iframe-256272338499918607" 							src="about:blank"> 						</iframe> 						 						<style> 							#wsite-video-container-256272338499918607{ 								background: url(//www.weebly.com/uploads/b/145040013-167644403437326265/acar_video_873.jpg); 							}  							#video-iframe-256272338499918607{ 								background: url(//cdn2.editmysite.com/images/util/videojs/play-icon.png?1688675441); 							}  							#wsite-video-container-256272338499918607, #video-iframe-256272338499918607{ 								background-repeat: no-repeat; 								background-position:center; 							}  							@media only screen and (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), 								only screen and (        min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), 								only screen and (                min-resolution: 192dpi), 								only screen and (                min-resolution: 2dppx) { 									#video-iframe-256272338499918607{ 										background: url(//cdn2.editmysite.com/images/util/videojs/@2x/play-icon.png?1688675441); 										background-repeat: no-repeat; 										background-position:center; 										background-size: 70px 70px; 									} 							} 						</style> 					</div> 				</div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[CREATING PEACE]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/creating-peace]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/creating-peace#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:50:49 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/creating-peace</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						                 					 								 					 						  The Good Samaritan&nbsp;| CREATING PEACE AFTER THE STORM.  We all know that crimes are reported and happen every day. But did you know:&nbsp;A violent crime is committed every 26.3 seconds.A murder occurred every 32.1 minutes, a rape every 3.8 minutes, a robbery every 2.0 minutes, and an aggravated assault every 38.5 seconds.This numbers are shocking. What's even more shocking is that aftermath. For example a senior who exp [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:46.917808219178%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:left"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/published/screen-shot-2023-05-31-at-11-00-05-pm.png?1685600517" alt="Picture" style="width:376;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-05-31-at-11-21-19-pm_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:53.082191780822%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><font size="6">The Good Samaritan&nbsp;| CREATING PEACE AFTER THE STORM.</font></h2>  <div class="paragraph">We all know that crimes are reported and happen every day. But did you know:&nbsp;<br /><br /><font color="#24678d"><strong>A violent crime is committed every 26.3 seconds</strong>.<br />A murder occurred every 32.1 minutes, a rape every 3.8 minutes, a robbery every 2.0 minutes, and an aggravated assault every 38.5 seconds.</font><br /><br />This numbers are shocking. What's even more shocking is that aftermath. For example a senior who experiences a break in is often left to deal with the damages their property may have suffered on their own. "The Good Samaritan" is one of the organizations we worked with to bring awareness to their organization. Learning that this organization helps seniors with repairs to windows, doors and locks after a breakin is a resource that truly is a labor of love and helps restore some form of peace. It's hard to imagine having to deal with getting these items repaired after being a victim of a crime. Being a senior that has to be responsible for these repairs is even worst. We salute this wonderful organization that's helping people put their lives back together one door at a time.&nbsp;<br />#TheGoodSamaritan&nbsp;</div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spreading Compassion]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/spreading-compassion]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/spreading-compassion#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 05:00:13 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/ripple-in-the-pond/spreading-compassion</guid><description><![CDATA[       We Walk By Faith Cancer Foundation  The "We Walk By Faith Cancer Foundation" is a great example of how you can turn your pain into passion.&nbsp;The Benz Legacy Foundation had the pleasure of working with the owner and founder Sandra Doyle Gilchrist not only is she a retired Veteran she is also a two time breast cancer survivor. Our collaboration with Elevation a lifestyle brand has been very exciting. This collaboration allowed us help provide beautifully curated wellness boxes for those [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-05-31-at-10-06-44-pm_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <h2 class="wsite-content-title">We Walk By Faith Cancer Foundation<br /></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><font color="#2a2a2a">The "We Walk By Faith Cancer Foundation" is a great example of how you can turn your pain into passion.&nbsp;<br />The Benz Legacy Foundation had the pleasure of working with the owner and founder Sandra Doyle Gilchrist not only is she a retired Veteran she is also a two time breast cancer survivor. Our collaboration with Elevation a lifestyle brand has been very exciting. This collaboration allowed us help provide beautifully curated wellness boxes for those recently diagnosed with cancer. We Walk By Faith Cancer Foundation provides resources for the entire family as the navigate through their journey. Special&nbsp;thanks for Sandra Doyle GilChrist for the amazing work you do. Doing good matters and showing compassion had a ripple effect. Thanks for being a ripple in the pond of humanity!&nbsp; We look forward to continuing our partnership.&nbsp;</font></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-medium " style="padding-top:5px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:10px;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/published/screen-shot-2023-05-31-at-10-43-18-pm.png?1685598293" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-39-22-pm_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div><div style="height: 0px; overflow: hidden;"></div> 				<div id='544467036708273872-gallery' class='imageGallery' style='line-height: 0px; padding: 0; margin: 0'><div id='544467036708273872-imageContainer0' style='float:left;width:49.95%;margin:0;'><div id='544467036708273872-insideImageContainer0' style='position:relative;margin:4px;'><div class='galleryImageHolder' style='position:relative; width:100%; padding:0 0 100%;overflow:hidden;'><div class='galleryInnerImageHolder'><a href='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-42-42-pm_orig.png' rel='lightbox[gallery544467036708273872]'><img src='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-42-42-pm.png' class='galleryImage' _width='496' _height='648' style='position:absolute;border:0;width:100%;top:-15.32%;left:0%' /></a></div></div></div></div><div id='544467036708273872-imageContainer1' style='float:left;width:49.95%;margin:0;'><div id='544467036708273872-insideImageContainer1' style='position:relative;margin:4px;'><div class='galleryImageHolder' style='position:relative; width:100%; padding:0 0 100%;overflow:hidden;'><div class='galleryInnerImageHolder'><a href='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-42-52-pm_orig.png' rel='lightbox[gallery544467036708273872]'><img src='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-42-52-pm.png' class='galleryImage' _width='497' _height='648' style='position:absolute;border:0;width:100%;top:-15.19%;left:0%' /></a></div></div></div></div><div id='544467036708273872-imageContainer2' style='float:left;width:49.95%;margin:0;'><div id='544467036708273872-insideImageContainer2' style='position:relative;margin:4px;'><div class='galleryImageHolder' style='position:relative; width:100%; padding:0 0 100%;overflow:hidden;'><div class='galleryInnerImageHolder'><a href='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-42-32-pm_orig.png' rel='lightbox[gallery544467036708273872]'><img src='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-42-32-pm.png' class='galleryImage' _width='495' _height='648' style='position:absolute;border:0;width:100%;top:-15.45%;left:0%' /></a></div></div></div></div><div id='544467036708273872-imageContainer3' style='float:left;width:49.95%;margin:0;'><div id='544467036708273872-insideImageContainer3' style='position:relative;margin:4px;'><div class='galleryImageHolder' style='position:relative; width:100%; padding:0 0 100%;overflow:hidden;'><div class='galleryInnerImageHolder'><a href='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-45-49-pm_orig.png' rel='lightbox[gallery544467036708273872]'><img src='https://www.benzlegacyfoundation.org/uploads/1/4/5/0/145040013/screen-shot-2023-07-06-at-2-45-49-pm.png' class='galleryImage' _width='645' _height='650' style='position:absolute;border:0;width:100%;top:-0.39%;left:0%' /></a></div></div></div></div><span style='display: block; clear: both; height: 0px; overflow: hidden;'></span></div> 				<div style="height: 0px; overflow: hidden;"></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>