Giving Back

"There is something about coming to a period in your life when you know things that are valuable to others. I enjoy being able to share those things…with earnest women…The reward comes at the moment a spark appears in their eye and you know they ‘get it’…" — Nell Merlino

Kara Gerson ON Giving Back

Executive Director, Voss Foundation

Q: Can you share with us an experience of giving that was extremely rewarding or transformational?

A: I feel rewarded whenever I see the ways my giving has affected someone. And honestly, it is transformative each and every time. I feel like one reason people don’t give more is because too many organizations keep donors removed from the beneficiaries; so, too frequently, people are deprived of that great feeling. I try to visit all of the Voss ... READ MORE »

Osi Mizrahi ON Giving Back

Director, Serve the flow

Q: Can you share with us an experience of giving that was extremely rewarding or transformational?

A: A year ago I created a fundraiser for girl orphans in Israel. Forty advanced teachers got to practice with the intention to support 12 children for an entire year in this country. The practice was very moving and emotional, and the love in the room went beyond words. READ MORE »

Albertina (Mama) Zuma ON Giving Back

Community Leader, Zimele Community

Q: What cause(s) have you chosen to support and why does it resonate with you?

A: I choose to support causes that help empower women and enable our children. I relate with other women who are struggling to make ends meet and seek to help them along their path. I see the children who have little hope and want to have them start dreaming. READ MORE »

Danielle Carrig ON Giving Back

Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Public Affairs, A+E Networks

Q: Can you share with us an experience of giving that was extremely rewarding or transformational?

A: Adopting an animal from a shelter is probably one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve ever had. When it comes to animals and the myriad of ethical issues our society faces, it’s one of the last big social problems that I feel most people just aren’t educated about. It’s a tough and sad reality and because of the lack of ... READ MORE »

Martha Ringer ON Giving Back

Owner, Martha Ringer

Q: Why is it important for every single person sharing this earth to give back in some capacity?

A: Service is the highest form of unconditional love. To give is essential. And having a giving consciousness continually gives back. READ MORE »

Alexandra Wilkis Wilson ON Giving Back

Founder and CMO, Gilt Groupe

Q: What cause(s) have you chosen to support and why does it resonate with you?

A: I am involved in a number of causes that support women, education, children and/or entrepreneurship. I am on the Worldwide Board of Directors for Dress for Success. Right now I would say this is my number one cause. I think it is a very special organization helping to empower women in need, helping give them the much-needed support to get ... READ MORE »