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Blog · 28 Oct 2025

Purpose Is Not a Luxury. It’s Key to Democracy’s Survival.

Exploring how Finland and Denmark cultivate awe, trust, and purpose—and what it means for building stronger communities at home.

Blog · 1 Oct 2025

Q&A with Matt Olin and Setu Raval of Charlotte is Creative

A Q&A with Charlotte is Creative on building bridges through art to create a more vibrant, connected, and inclusive city.

Blog · 15 Sep 2025

Learning to See Differently: A Study in Care and Connection Abroad

I'm heading abroad with the Gambrell Foundation, hoping to learn new ways of seeing. In Finland and Denmark I want to better understand how people create and nurture belonging in everyday life, and what those lessons might mean for us at home. “We are all responsible for bringing each other alive.” — Rowan Williams

Blog · 12 Sep 2025

Groundbreaking Discovery: Back to the Basics and Permission for Passion

What do the happiest countries in the world prioritize for kids? A reflection on joy, creativity, and how Charlotte can design a better childhood.

Blog · 8 Sep 2025

Q&A with Martijn Lampert of Glocalities

In our quest to learn from global communities and support those living greatly in Charlotte and beyond, we partnered with Glocalities, an Amsterdam-based international research agency renowned for cross-cultural research into behavioral psychology and values. I sat down with co-founder Martijn Lampert to delve into their unique approach and the insights they are uncovering.

Blog · 26 Aug 2025

DifferenceMakers® CLT: 2025 Washington, D.C. Trip

Check out highlights from the August 2025 trip to Washington, D.C. with this year's cohort of DifferenceMakers®.