by Alexis Azria | Dec 13, 2022 | Alexis Azria, community involvement, philanthropy
New York City is a place that always needs an extra pair of helping hands and although we can be gruff, New Yorkers help each other when it’s needed most. There are plenty of ways to volunteer in the city. So as the holiday season approaches, consider signing up...
by Alexis Azria | May 17, 2022 | Alexis Azria, community involvement, philanthropy
When I was little, my grandmother took us each morning to inspect her gardens for any unwanted critters looking for a free meal. Carefully lifting the leaves and searching for slugs, she would explain to us which insects were beneficial and which were not. She pointed...
by Alexis Azria | Apr 21, 2022 | Alexis Azria, community involvement, philanthropy
There are several ways parents can encourage philanthropy with their children, from teaching them about helping others to hosting fundraising events or providing financial assistance to the less fortunate. Here are five tips for instilling charitable habits in your...
by Alexis Azria | Mar 18, 2022 | Alexis Azria, community involvement, philanthropy
The Covid-19 pandemic devastated families across the country, including New York City. Families struggle with unstable housing, limited child care and food insecurity. In the city alone, nearly 400,000 children are living in poverty. Hundreds of small businesses,...
by Alexis Azria | Dec 27, 2021 | Alexis Azria, community involvement, philanthropy
During the pandemic, almost 15% of American households with children were classified as food insecure, meaning that they have difficulty meeting basic food needs in the span of one year. Even before Covid-19, 30 million children qualified for free or reduced-cost...
by Alexis Azria | Nov 23, 2021 | Alexis Azria, community involvement, philanthropy
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics 2016 study, one in five female undergraduates have experienced some kind of sexual assault in college. Furthermore, the Justice Department report said that young women between the ages of 18 and 24 are more likely to be...
