On Tuesday, January 20, something simple—and powerful—played out at MSS (Midland Shared Spaces): a room full of men decided to “give a damn” about West Texas.
The concept is refreshingly straightforward. 100 Men Who Give a Damn – Midland gathers quarterly to hear short presentations from three local nonprofits. After the pitches, the men vote, and each participant gives $100 to the winning organization—turning one evening of attention into a meaningful, immediate gift.
One Accord for Kids was represented by Shauna Todd, the organization’s Director of Operations. Shauna is a long-time Midland resident whose career has been shaped by education, ministry, and a clear calling to strengthen support for vulnerable children and families in West Texas.
By the end of the night, Shauna’s pitch resonated most with the room, and One Accord for Kids was voted the winner—an encouraging reminder that when the community is invited into the story, people respond.
Events like this matter because they’re not just fundraising—they provide community momentum. They introduce neighbors to missions they may never have encountered, they build shared ownership around local problems, and they prove that collective generosity doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective.
If you’ve never attended a 100 Men Who Give a Damn – Midland, consider this your nudge: bring a friend, bring your $100, and come ready to be moved—then vote with confidence.