Charities & Organizations

Filing for a federal tax id number is the second step in preparing your application for 501c3 non profit tax exempt status.

Christmas is a great excuse to reach out to people. People need a wide variety of things throughout the holidays: food, warmth, shelter, love. Read on for some ideas.

You have applied for your 501c3 tax exempt status and received your approval letter from the IRS. A lot of organizations want to know exactly what the advantages are for filing for 501c3...

In order to form a nonprofit corporation, you have to file articles of incorporation in your particular state. The state will recognize your nonprofit organization as a corporation after the...

Have you aver wondered what it is like to be homeless? To live under a bridge, in a cardboard box, in a car. Where is my next meal going to come from? How am I going to take care of my family?...

Anyone looking for good fundraising ideas but have absolutely no money to start? Fundraising for a non profit or any organization can be kind of hectic especially when there is absolutely no...

This articles is about how you can donate to people things that can benefit them.

The major definition of a Philanthropist is first a Humanitarian. He is a benefactor, a giver. He comes in all forms and stations in life. We can start with the likes of Ghandi and Martin...

Ever wanted to reach out and help those in need during the holidays but were unsure how to do so? Now is the time for you to put those thoughts to action and make a difference in the world.

Becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister to a child or teen requires commitment, compassion and time. If you've been thinking of mentoring a young person, there are some hoops you'll have to jump...

Throwing a fundraiser for a family reunion, school, club or organization is not a walk around the block. It takes some advance planning, trust, some loyalty and a good understanding of what your...

Are you trying to stop animal cruelty but not sure where to start? Well here's an easy guide that will help you save hundreds of animals per year!

Statistics from the American Red Cross: over 38,000 pints of blood are needed every day. Total donations per year are 14,000,000. If you do the math, you'll see that's less donations made than are...

In recent news we have witnessed an alarming rate of senseless and random acts of violence. Violence has reared its ugly head and plagued our communities; it has taken our most precious...

Picture this: Snowflakes are falling outside, but you and your family are snugly and warm inside. Your Christmas tree and home twinkle with colorful lights, while the fire in the fireplace...

Information about donating to charity organizations and what you need to know before sending a check. Make sure your money is going to a good organization that will spend the money wisely and not...

So, you want to start up a charity fundraiser? That's great, but what happens if you don't know where start? Let me show you how you can come up with the best ideas ever.

Swapping a gift card is an easy to way to use money you've been given faster! Have an unused or unwanted gift card that you'd like to swap or donate? Then you're already on your way to converting...

The Fisher House is a nonprofit organization that helps people donate their frequent flyer miles to veterans of the U.S. military. After individuals donate their frequent flyer miles, the Fisher...

Police impound auctions sell all kinds of items, including vehicles, bicycles, personal possessions, and even land or houses. Police acquire the items two different ways. First, some of the items...

Orphans are children who have lost both parents or have lost one parent only to be abandoned by the remaining parent. Orphaned children are often dependent on donations from charitable...

Donating a car for a disabled person is not only a thoughtful act but it can also be a tax write-off. In most cases, the car will need to be altered to accommodate a person with disabilities. ...

Literacy is fundamental to lifelong learning. It lays a foundation for academics in every field. If a child can read well, she can prepare herself for a host of other topics. Unfortunately, many...

Donating a car to charity is a win-win situation; the donor can have a clunker hauled off for free and gets a tax donation rather than a repair bill. The charity gets the proceeds from the sale...

Knowing how to write a grant can be an invaluable skill. Many nonprofit organizations seek experienced grant writers. Successful grant writers know how to present their organization in the best...

You see a need in your local community. Perhaps it's for a community garden, providing fresh vegetables, exercise, and green space to your neighborhood. Or perhaps it's to start a job training...

People donate cars for a variety of reasons. You can use proof of donation of your car for a tax write-off. If you are looking to purchase a new car, if you feel that charity is important, if...

When someone passes away and leaves a vehicle behind, donating it to charity is a kind and generous gesture. While it may sound like a paperwork nightmare, the process to transfer ownership of a...

Charities commonly receive cars owned by a deceased person, and donation is an excellent way to ensure the deceased person's legacy will live on, whether in the form of a monetary donation when...

The board of directors and the executive director comprise the leadership of a non-profit organization and work together to advance its mission. Overall, the board of directors governs the...

HIV/AIDS is a serious chronic illness. Despite great strides in the medical community to combat this disease, it still plagues many communities worldwide. Raising awareness is a key component of...

This is what you need to know: in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is a large area of water which is nicknamed "Trash Island". That's right, this area of the ocean is over double the size...

The methodology statement of a grant proposal gives information regarding activities for the project seeking grant funding. A good methodology statement will show what activities the grant project...

A grant proposal with out a good executive summary is usually a waste of time.The executive summary is the first thing that potential grant funders read in a grant proposal. The summary is read...

Here is an article on how to throw a yard/garage sale. There are many things you can do to prepare for a succesful yard sale. These tips will help you promote and maximize your sale so that you...

Today, I acknowledge that I am like a raindrop. I am not perfect. There is nothing else on this planet that is exactly like me. Sometimes I long to be held. Sometimes I long for...

A recession not only restricts national, and international, economic growth but it also can tightened the wallets of many private citizens. But it is during such times of financial strife that...

State Farm is an insurance company started in 1922 by George Jacob Mecherle in Illinois. Mecherle was an insurance salesman for another company at the time. He wanted to create a company operated...

The transition from VHS to DVD has been smooth, but has left many a dusty shelf full of movies and exercise tapes, sitting largely unused. This abandonment of VHS has burdened owners with clutter...

According to the American Cancer Society's 2009 Cancer Statistics Presentation, about 1.5 million new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in 2009. The simple fact is that cancer is a part of...

California State University at Long Beach notes that financial audits are historic in nature, while operational audits are future oriented, relying on policies, procedures and internal controls as...

Soup is a popular food. When you prepare soup, you probably do not pay attention to the container and toss it in the trash after opening it. By saving labels and lids from Campbell's products, you...

Writing a grant update is much like writing a grant report except that it is more informal and brief. Grant reports are usually due one year or more after an organization receives an award letter....

Pie baking contests may remind us of yesteryear, but like many old traditions, they are making a welcome comeback. Pie baking contests are held for many reasons: to continue a tradition at a fair,...

The internet provides a wealth of information on nonprofit organizations from financial statements, to leadership biographies to an overview of the mission and activities of organizations. This...

Raffles can be so much fun, whether at a party, dinner, charitable event, or a big community get-together. What would a raffle be without the raffle tickets? Raffle tickets come in all shapes...

This Guatamalan,discovered on my Mission Delegation Trip in 2003, is very proud of her pig that she's raised. What accomplishments are your that proud of that you have achieved...

About 17 million American households experienced periods of food insecurity in 2008, according to the United States Department of Agriculture's November 2009 report "Household Food Security in the...

Reports of mass devastation and other crises abroad can create a sense of helplessness in those who desire to relieve the heartache, despair and pain of others. Although you may feel helpless, you...