Michelin Star Vegan Restaurants, Morning Clubbing, and More!
Bobby Jones
Keynote Speaker | Co- Founder of GOOD IS THE NEW COOL, Conspiracy of Love and RIVET
Dear friends,
This week, we bring you an inspiring conversation with Bob Carr, a visionary philanthropist who turned a small act of generosity into a transformative movement. In an interview with Afdhel, Bob shares how a $250 scholarship shaped his future—and how he’s now paying it forward in an extraordinary way. Through Give Something Back, he has donated over $100 million to help students from challenging backgrounds graduate debt-free, proving that sometimes, the smallest acts of kindness can create the biggest impact.
We’re also sharing new post-election data to show how Americans of all political backgrounds still want companies to do more good, as well as stories about Michelin Star Vegan restaurants, Morning Clubbing with Coffee and Croissants, and more!
Enjoy the reading.
Be kind, be good, and look after each other,
Afdhel and Bobby
Corporate Purpose in a Post-Election US: A Call for Continued Leadership
Following the 2024 presidential election and the start of Trump’s administration, new research from Carol Cone ON PURPOSE, conducted by The Harris Poll, highlights a growing public expectation for businesses to lead on critical social issues. The survey reveals a divided yet hopeful nation, with 46% of Americans calling for companies to play a more significant role in addressing societal challenges. As the political landscape shifts, businesses that channel their resources and influence toward meaningful impact won’t just endure—they’ll thrive.?
Top Stories This Week
The Power of Paying It Forward: A $250 scholarship changed Bob Carr’s life—but instead of just looking back with gratitude, he paid it forward in a way few ever do. Through Give Something Back, he has donated over $100 million, helping thousands of students break the cycle of poverty and graduate debt-free.?
As Climate Science Disappears from Government Websites, Here’s How to Still Access the Data: The Public Environmental Data Partners and others are making sure that the climate science the public depends on is available even after the Trump administration takes it down.
Brands We Love: Ditch the toxins and upgrade your bathroom game with PlantPaper—the ultra-soft, ultra-strong, and sustainable toilet paper made from pesticide-free bamboo. Free of PFAS, dyes, and plastic, it’s better for you and the planet—because even the smallest swaps can make a big impact.
Montreal DJs Move Clubbing from Midnight to Morning, Adding Coffee and Croissants: A new party concept in Montreal is reimagining nightlife by moving it to the morning hours, blending coffee culture with dance music. Croissound transforms local cafes into daytime dance venues where DJs spin tracks from 11 AM to 2 PM, taking inspiration from similar parties in Los Angeles and other cities.
Plates London Becomes First UK Vegan Restaurant to Win a Michelin Star: A tick bite almost ended visionary chef Kirk Haworth’s stellar career – but now it’s unexpectedly earned him a history-making Michelin star.
Non-Profit of the Week: Birthfund is a U.S.-based NGO founded by Elaine Welteroth that provides need-based grants to support midwifery care and holistic perinatal services in underserved communities. Their mission is to ensure families have access to safe, empowered childbirth experiences.
Documentary of the Week: Why do most cocoa farmers in Ghana never get to taste the chocolate made from their own beans? Reclaiming Cocoa uncovers the cocoa value chain between Ghana and Switzerland and peels back the layers of this complex industry, revealing deep cracks in its promises of sustainability and traceability.
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