Free school supplies for children in low-income households is ubiquitous in school districts. Self-Reliance Clubs deliver school supplies as well as the hope, dignity, and affirmation that children need. TCI’s Savannah Aleckson explains more in her article.

An empowered volunteer team can be the backbone of an effective and cost-efficient ministry. The more clearly you convey how essential they are, equip them to succeed, and show you appreciate their efforts, the more likely you are to have such a team. TCI’s Travis Hurley shares best practices in recruitment, training, and retention.

Our attempt to provide wholesome food to needy families through SNAP does not work as we intend. Not only does it completely sidestep root causes of poverty but, in many cases, its image of delivering vital sustenance to people in need is mere illusion.

Social enterprises, businesses that tackle social needs, provide sustainable solutions. Earn-it models, where individuals earn their basic needs, also serve a crucial role in many paths out of poverty. So what is the difference, and why does it matter?

The American Dream, salvation, or becoming whole–which of these should influence our approaches to poverty alleviation? TCI’s Jeff Lofting provides highlights from Brian Fikkert’s book, Becoming Whole, the sequel to When Helping Hurts.