Written by Jennifer Oldham Abby is a lightly scented candle with a bright flickering flame. She has a quiet and calm presence and offers her warmth to people that she encounters....
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Meet Ashiya Swan – Our Staff Circle & Healing for the Healer Facilitator
Written by Adell Neal When greeted by Ashiya Swan, her peaceful presence and soothing voice relax and calm you. Ashiya facilitates The Healing Trust’s Staff Circles and our...
The Healing Trust Announces Sam Jackson as New Chief Executive Officer
Nashville, TN – July 15, 2024 – The Healing Trust, a local grantmaking foundation, announced the appointment of Sam Jackson as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective...
FAQs about Healing for the Healer
General What should I expect if I attend? Each retreat is similar in structure and our facilitators create a calm and restful day for attendees. Activities may include arts and...
Collaboration: Loan Guarantee Fund
Collaboration and innovation are necessary for lasting change. Read more about this unique partnership between us, Urban Housing Solutions, Regions Bank, The Memorial Foundation,...
From Disappointment to Excitement: 5 Things I Learned from Having a Virtual Internship
To say the least, 2020 was a difficult year for everyone. In one way or another, we have all had to find new ways to adapt and navigate our everyday lives. As a graduate student,...
From No to Yes: Why My Perspective on Self-Care Changed
I recently attended a morning meeting at the end of a long work week. Professionals from various sectors in Nashville were represented, collectively sitting around the same table...
7 Tips to Make the Best of Your Internship
As a college and graduate student, I have been told that internships are important and can open crucial doors for my career. “Get an internship and all the doors will be open,”...
5 Things I learned as an Intern at The Healing Trust
In many non-profit and ministry settings, employees need a diverse skill set. Working on the ground, especially in communities where resources are limited, requires wearing many...
Why Would a Health Foundation Create a Public Policy Research Center?
In 2014 we asked health-related service and advocacy organizations what additional support they needed. One priority quickly rose to the top: timely, high-quality, and...









