Somewhere along the way, many nonprofits drifted from the very people they aim to serve. They began prioritizing what looks impressive over what actually makes a difference. Photo ops and social media posts have replaced something far more essential: listening . And when listening is lost, the work becomes hollow, busy, visible, but no longer rooted in community. Before we plan, before we launch, before we celebrate, we must pause and ask a simple question: Have we heard from the community?...

"What is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them?" (Psalms 8:4, NIV). I have often asked God, "Why are...