by Jonathan Morris | Oct 17, 2017 | Giving
#GivingTuesday is a global giving movement that has been built by individuals, families, organizations, businesses and communities in all 50 states and in countries around the world. Millions of people have come together to support and champion the causes they...
by Jonathan Morris | Sep 22, 2017 | Student Stories
Courage. Determination. Perseverance. Yesterday I was looking at a roster of the Africa ELI sponsored students. As I read their names, I thought of how extraordinary it is for them simply to be in school. I wondered what it must take for them to be able to fight...
by Jonathan Morris | Sep 6, 2017 | Question & Answer
When it comes to an ideal board president for Africa ELI, Tami Carsillo checks all the boxes. Her education, experience, and interests are well aligned with Africa ELI’s mission and objectives. Tami was elected board president earlier this year, having served as a...
by Jonathan Morris | Aug 15, 2017 | Social Change
I recently had a discussion with a friend of mine about Africa ELI and our philosophy. My friend asked me to name one of the fundamental beliefs that drives our mission. I responded with a phrase that comes up often in discussions with my colleagues at...