TheReview_July_Aug_2021

“ Some people have the mindset of being in poverty because they haven’t been taught differently. It’s about showing compassion and having them think about wealth creation. ” -GLENN WILSON FLINT pop. 102,434

A t a popular sandwich shop in Flint, Glenn Wilson is approached by a homeless woman asking for money for food. He turns around, looks the woman in the eye, and asks for her name. “Rhonda,” she says. “Well Rhonda, it’s nice to meet you. I’m Glenn,” he responds. “How about I just buy you something to eat?” Rhonda thanks him and continues down the street with her lunch. Glenn explains to a bystander that while he doesn’t normally give people money, he does try to meet the need they’re having if he can. But even more importantly, he will get their name and talk with them because “people are people and everyone deserves to be noticed and heard,” he says. Turning ‘Dirt into Diamonds’: Communities First Is Crazy for Change By Matt Bach

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JULY / AUGUST 2021