Wesley Oler IV

There was a time when philanthropy consisted of individuals and small congregations of churches and religious organizations. As society continued to develop and grow, it became clear that this was no longer sufficient to help those in need. Then the idea of corporations stepped in as a solution to some of these problems – but that is not without its challenges. Here is some information on why corporations are vital for philanthropy, as well as what they offer.
Why Corporations are Vital for P...

Interest rates for money in a bank account are low, so keeping a lot of money in a savings or checking account is not profitable. People with money to spend for the next 5-20 years should develop a financial investment calendar to live by and achieve their goals. Different investment vehicles depend on when someone needs the money.
Investing Money to Spend For In 5 Years
The investment risk should be minimal for money that owners want to access in five years. Investment for five years should ...

San Francisco has the highest rental rates in the nation. It should surprise no one, then, that the Bay Area is also plagued with widespread homelessness.
While the relationship between rental rates and living on the streets is a complex dynamic, the average $2,700 rental cost for a one-room apartment here is a big part of the problem.
Now a new pilot study is pointing toward a possible solution. The Miracle Money program launched last February is a simple idea to give $500 a month in no-stri...

When it comes to investing in cryptocurrency, there are so many things that you need to know. You need a strategy for how much risk you want, an understanding of the various methods for trading and storing your currency, and what type of cryptocurrency will be best suited to your needs. This article will walk through four important steps that will help guide you when choosing a cryptocurrency to invest in.
Choose a Suitable Trading Option
This step may seem a bit obvious, but it’s something t...

Charities that support children are in major need this year. There are many of them, so here is a list of five that could use your support in 2021.
This national organization works to prevent child abduction and help resolve these cases. This charitable organization answers calls from family members, searching parents, abducting parents, missing kids, at-risk youth, child welfare, and law enforcement. There are over 6,000 cases each day and dozens of families who are assisted by Child Find of...

Investing in a charitable housing project can help you make a positive impact on society while also increasing your wealth. By financing these projects, you are helping to support the homeless population and contribute to the stability of communities.
A Good Reason for Contributing to Housing Projects
There are many ways for people to invest their money that will help them take care of their future and build wealth. Those who want to take care of their future and build wealth should consider ...

To socially distance, you do not have to end involvement with other people. Even though in-person gathering poses a threat, you can still volunteer without risking transmission of COVID-19. Here are ways to socially distance and volunteer.

Any drop in the stock market of at least 10% but lower than 20% from the recent peak is called a stock market correction. Despite being scary, stock market corrections are considered normal and are a sign of a healthy market.

COVID-19 has made significant changes to society. It’s not just the medical sector that’s been affected. Education and many office jobs have primarily shifted to online platforms. Many small businesses have closed. Schools, stores, and other businesses will be rethinking how much space they rent and what they’ll be willing to pay for it. All of these trends and more will influence the way people invest after the pandemic.
One big trend that’s expected to continue is working and shopping from ...

Good investments lead to more wealth. Unfortunately, investing sounds like a big word to most people, and it scares them. Hence the reason most people are not financially independent. This article eliminates the myths surrounding investment and provides tips that anyone can use to grow their money.
Diversification
The smartest investors spread their risk on multiple investments. The market is unpredictable; one day, stocks could be up, and the next day, they can go down. That’s especially tru...

Sports are won by those who focus on the playing field, not by players who are hypnotized by the scoreboard. Stocks and real estate have proven to be the real deal in the investment arena. Stocks generate quite a handsome profit margin. Here are six things to know before investing in stocks.
Risk Is Pro-Rata to Profit
Nothing is guaranteed. The stock market is volatile and may often dwindle between the extremes. If you are after making a fortune in stocks’ short term, then the risk is equally...

What do you think when you hear the word leader? For many people, an all-imposing figurehead comes to mind rather than a specific task or role. Being a leader isn’t a universal role that someone has over others; instead, a leader is someone with many different roles, all of which serve others in various capacities. What role would you take up as a leader? Though there are many options that answer that question, here are some roles that leaders can take on.
Motivator
Who else will get your tea...

Though anyone can theoretically be a leader, not having the right qualities can put you at a serious disadvantage toward becoming a successful leader. Unlike regular leadership, community leadership is unique as it’s not about managing or coordinating different types of people, or imposing your own ideas onto others. It’s taking the lead on a community project or idea while considering the thoughts and opinions of everyone within your community to make it a success. To make sure you’re succes...

Every group needs a leader, no matter the size. This can be a team of people from work, some peers working on a group project, or our home communities. Without a leader to give guidance, nothing will be able to get done no matter how much a new idea would benefit the community as a whole. Stepping up to be this leader will make sure these improvements are implemented and motivate others to want change in their community as well. Here are some ways you can become that leader in your own commun...

Personality is everything. If you were asked to choose between working with someone who was dedicated to their work and someone who did the bare minimum to get the job done, you’d choose to work with the dedicated person more likely than not. People who are dedicated to what they do and are driven to succeeding are the ones who will truly have the most impact in their community because these are the people who will more likely than not successfully make a change in their communities. There ar...