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Want to stay healthier and fulfilled later in life? Try volunteering

Fast Company Tech

These include the Foster Grandparent program , which connects older adult mentors to children, and the Senior Companion program , which connects volunteers to older adults seeking some help to continue living independently in their own homes. People of all ages can get together through volunteering. Love gardening?

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Natives Rising wins backing to help Native Americans into tech and startups

TechCrunch

According to the National Center for Education Statistics , Black, Latina, and Native American women represent approximately 16 percent of the total US population, but make up only 4 percent of students obtaining bachelor’s degrees in computing. We’re proud to partner with Natives Rising to create vibrant, viable pathways in tech.”.

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[VIDEO] Young Professionals and Junior Boards: Beyond the Kid’s Table to Meaningful Engagement

Bloomerang

Corinne: Mentor and leadership. ” So they’re looking for mentors, and for guidance, and for professional skills and expertise, which Sarah mentioned earlier of millennials as well. And yes, I would say, even with high school and college students, you might have people who want to identify that way. Sarah: Leadership.