Scott Harrison Talks About Charity Water

The Idea Camp – Scott Harrison from The Idea Camp on Vimeo.

Interview with FS co-founder, Derek Williams, Mitch Kruse and Focus 4’s host Ron Hembree

Focus 4 Interview from mitchkrusetv on Vimeo.

Restoration Road Book Interview

Interview with Derek Williams & Mitch Kruse from Derek Williams on Vimeo.

FS Founder, Derek Williams, talks with Mitch Kruse about their new book, Restoration Road.

One Film Of The Forgotten Launched A Movement. What Can You Do To Reach The Forgotten?

Grace’s Story: No Child Forgotten

Grace’s story: No child forgotten from Camfed on Vimeo.

An excerpt from The Invitation Film

The Invitation (2) from Derek Williams on Vimeo.

What Story Sparked Forgotten Stories?

Hazel from Derek Williams on Vimeo.

What Is The Power Of Story?

Donald Miller and Michael Hyatt – Exclusive Interview on Story from Anne Jackson on Vimeo.

Why Am I A Part (David Kelly)

I love what we are doing here at Forgotten Stories.

This company is a powerful step forward to make the help for those suffering in incredible poverty or slavery etc, a way of life. Everywhere we turn non profits are asking for our help especially in the wake of the tragedy in Haiti. Totally necessary and understandable, but our vision for Forgotten Stories takes things a step further. Intrinsic in the very business model are resources to help someone. When the business does well, more people are helped. Win win. As much as my wife and I believe and practice giving our finances, this idea of connecting our success in business directly to the impact we can have on someone else is fantastic. I record and mix audio for television as well as albums and cannot help but get excited to know that the projects I work on are making a difference in peoples lives.

We all need clothing obviously.

A love of music is a part of who we are as human beings. The purchase of things like this that we would normally get can now make a tangible difference in someone else’s life. What’s not to love?

So I encourage each of us to pay attention to those around us and what is happening in our world.

The needs seem overwhelming and at times can be discouraging as we think “What good will it do”. However I would argue the child in an orphanage or city dump that receives a shirt would disagree. Or the girl in Greece being saved from years of sexual abuse and degradation might think otherwise. All we can do is focus on helping one person at a time. Make a difference with one choice at a time. That’s how real help is brought. One at a time.

Interview with Clothing Designer, Vinh Hua

A few weeks ago we interviewed a close friend, Vinh Hua, who has been working with Forgotten Stories in developing the clothing you see on the site. We asked him to tell us more about why he chose to partner with us.

1. Tell us about your career in the fashion industry.

I’ve worked for Big Dogs Sportswear, Wet Seal, Bebe and Guess developing timelines for each season and maximizing profit for the company as I joined with the design team’s of these leading fashion icons. After years of working for others I decided to launch my own clothing company, JT Sourcing, to create and produce trendy clothes for retailers such as Metropark and Guess.

2. How did you first hear about Forgotten Stories?

I reconnected with an old friend, Derek Williams, on Facebook and we grabbed lunch together. Over the next two hours we caught up on life and he shared with me the vision for Forgotten Stories. I was immediately interested and asked how I could support the project. Little did I know it would be using the experience I had gained in the clothing industry to help others.

3. Why did you get involved?

It is a way for me to grow personally, to be a blessing for life, and to pass on what I have learned to make a difference. Forgotten Stories allows me to use my acquired skills to help raise awareness for kids living in poverty. It is a humbling process that provides a ripple affect for the generations that will follow in the kid’s footsteps. It is a great way to leave a legacy I can be proud of not only for myself but for my family as well.

4. How has this experience changed you? Personally & Professionally.

This experience has helped me grow in many ways. Spiritually. Learning to be a good steward. It has given me a focus to be living outward in serving others. I keep the kids in my thoughts and prayers. As an entrepreneur it gives me a greater purpose than simply financial gain and fuels my drive to never give up because there is more at stake than just the comfort of life.

5. Tell us about the One For One clothing line.

The One For One clothing line was created to provide Forgotten Stories additional support in raising awareness for the millions of children who need clothes. It’s still in its early beginnings with a few t-shirts, polos and cargo pants. Our hope is that it will allow consumers an opportunity to wear the clothes and know that they have made a difference in a child they may never meet. Many will never have a chance to travel into the slums of the world but they can make a difference right where they are by joining the One For One cause.

6. What future products are in development as part of the One For One campaign?

Our focus right now is getting the word out to everyone we know about what is available on the site. As we move forward the hope would be to design long sleeve T’s, denim jeans, and long sleeve hoodies, and who knows what else we come up with!

7. What would you say to other entrepreneurs about Forgotten Stories’ cause driven philosophy?

It is a great business model that makes sense….creating a win/win situation for both the entrepeneur and the cause that the business stands for.

8. If you could say one thing to someone who feels forgotten what would it be?

You are not forgotten!