On its twenty-fifth anniversary, Tikkun is wise to reflect on further steps that might be taken to enable practical implementation of its vision of generosity and caring.
Since leaving business (AOL/Time Warner) several years ago, I have lived in the world of philanthropy and civic engagement. This world is full of extraordinary individuals and institutions that have set their goals and measured their success by the extent to which they have had a positive impact on the lives of others.
Just a small sampling of the activities of the people with whom I work on a daily basis demonstrates the range of social conditions (“social” being defined broadly) in need of attention: they are engaged in emergency medical/response work to restore communities impacted by manmade or natural hazards; curing, treating, or supporting those impaired by physical or mental illness; educating and feeding children in conditions of poverty;...
