Despite Odds, Some Grassroots Nonprofits Flourish During the Recession

Despite Odds, Some Grassroots Nonprofits Flourish During the Recession: "Notably bucking this trend is a Philadelphia-based grassroots nonprofit offering aid to the city’s homeless population. Back on My Feet, founded and run by 28-year-old Anne Mahlum, is a classic story: a university graduate forgoes six-figure job offers to pursue her passion, and uses running to help the city’s homeless build self-esteem and learn to methodically set, and reach, their goals."