At NEST4US, we’ve learned that every act of service—big or small—creates a ripple of impact. NEST4US’ signature blog, “Inside the NEST”, is where we capture those moments: the challenges, the triumphs, and the people who inspire us daily. Explore this page to read through stories about our programs, our impact, lessons learned, conference highlights, and everything in between—all in one place. A warm welcome inside our NEST! ????
Each year, our NEST4US Service Extravaganza brings together hundreds of volunteers, partners, and community members for one powerful day of giving. It is one of our signature annual traditions—a celebration of compassion, collaboration, and collective impact. The Service Extravaganza is unlike any other volunteer event. It’s a hands-on experience that allows participants to explore every […]
???? Did You Know? At NEST4US, we have always believed that education goes beyond textbooks. It is about sparking curiosity, nurturing creativity, and encouraging critical thinking. As I reflected on the day, a recurring thought flashed through my mind: passion for learning knows no boundaries. What children need most is the chance to be seen, […]
When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, the world seemed to pause—but at NEST4US, our mission to serve never did. While safety concerns and lockdowns changed how we operated, they never changed why we do what we do. Rather than slowing down, we leaned into innovation, resilience, and community. Suddenly, traditional service projects became impossible. Food rescues, […]
We live in a world where there’s more than enough food to feed everyone—1.5 times the amount needed, in fact. Yet, over 1.3 billion tons, or a third of all food produced, is wasted annually. This waste fuels more than half of food system emissions and approximately 8% of total global greenhouse gases. So that […]
???? Did You Know? It was truly an honor to take part in the 67th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67), an experience that opened my eyes to the profound intersection between two equally pressing global challenges—climate change and gender equality. Walking into each session, I could feel the buzzing energy of collaboration and […]
What happens when two sisters decide to take on the world’s biggest challenges—armed with nothing but a shared vision, a lot of energy, and (let’s be honest) a few heated debates along the way? You get NEST4US. Running a nonprofit as sisters is kind of like running a three-legged race every single day: awkward at […]
