Charities

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....

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...

Reporting on a grant your organization received is an important aspect of the relationship between the grantmaking institution and the grant recipient. Grant reports provide information on the...

What if you could instantly donate a cup of grains to someone in need or save 12 square feet of rainforest from where you're sitting? What if you could do things like this every single day?...

The Holiday season is a happy time of year for most of us, but there are people out there that need help. I believe the amount of people needing help may be a lot higher that the past few years....

Family service center help people in your community. They help with food, clothing, financial assistance, and many other items. If you have the capability to help these centers, try to do so....

Founded in 1992 at the Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University, The Innocence Project's purpose is to assist prisoners who could be proven innocent through DNA testing. As I type this, the...

A nonprofit organization, also called a not-for-profit, must have a board of directors established in order to file official paperwork and keep its 501(c)(3) status. A board of directors meets...

Having a celebrity at your next fundraiser or event can significantly increase your organization's revenue. It also can provide increased exposure and wonderful press opportunities. Follow...

Today's donors, from large foundations to governmental agencies, are interested in leveraging their gifts, increasing their impact and investing in financially viable organizations. For that...

Have you ever wanted to lend a hand to help remedy the starvation and hunger problems in the earth's poorest places? Well, now you can, with Freerice.com. Freerice.com is a charitable effort to...

According to FeedingAmerica.org, there were 2.3 million households in 2008 with seniors who did not have enough food. Seniors can search out food in their communities.

Most charities send out “thank you letters” that can serve as the written acknowledgment or receipt for the donations that they receive. The IRS doesn’t require any particular form of receipt, so,...

A Quid Pro Quo contribution is when you give a donation to a charity and you get something back from the organization in return. For example, you pay $200 for a charity fundraiser and attend a...

Communities are known to lend helping hands in times of crisis. Unfortunately, many crooks have taken advantage of the public's good will through charity scams. Consequently, it can be a challenge...

This is a wonderful in-class project for teachers to assign to their students: President Obama paid a recent visit to 19 wounded American Soldiers at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in...

There comes a time in the life of every nonprofit organization whether it's a church, social service, community action agency or educational institution that the organization outgrows its...

Imagine you’re to be deployed. You’re stationed far from family and friends, and your closest buddies are your fellow soldiers. Who then, can you ask to care for and love your precious pet(s)...

Whether for a nonprofit organization or a for-profit business, a board of directors holds regular meetings on behalf of the organization. Traditionally, the board appoints a secretary to takes...

Many grocery stores and restaurants are willing to donate food and beverages to charity organizations; it might be part of their mission to contribute to the community. Treat food donations as a...

Donations are vital to the success of any charity, and for an organization like a food pantry, having a constant supply of food and goods to distribute to people in need is key to its operation....

Breast cancer events span the range from formal fundraising dinners to relaxed bake sales or silent auctions. A great deal of planning goes into a successful breast cancer event, whether the goal...

Non-profit organizations, schools and sports teams have sold candy among the community for years. Candy sales are a popular and easy fundraising option for many groups. Customized wrappers are a...

Food pantries are a necessity in most communities. Last year, God's Food Pantry reported that they served 9,678 families. That calculates to 18,868 individuals. It is evident that food pantries...

Calendars are popular fundraisers for nonprofit organizations. Groups can personalize them in any way and can sell them in the community at a fair price. Everyone needs a calendar to keep track of...

According to the SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), thousands of animals need fostering or adoption. Dogs, cats, rabbits and birds are the most common animals placed in...

Medical Insurance can be very expensive. So much so that when families come short on monthly expenses, insurance payments may go unpaid. For the many families that have suffered from...

This article was inspired from a recent mission’s trip that I took with my daughter and my husband. We had to raise a total of $8,000.00 in order to go on the mission trip. This is a lot of money...

At a time when money is tight its nice to have other ways to help those that are less fortunate than yourself. Of course this isn't actuallly a step by step "how to" process, in fact...

Emergency cash assistance is available for individuals or families that are having financial difficulties. Whether you need a lot, or just enough to get by. You can get the assistance you need.

The stir of people and cots in perfect row formation scattered across a few square feet. All homeless shelters display this web of activity. There are the morning wake up calls and the evening...

Every tax-exempt organization in the United States must file the proper paperwork with the Internal Revenue Service. This includes 990 or 990-EZ forms for public charities or the 990-PF form for...

We all need to support our soldiers regardless or our political beliefs. These brave young men and women sign up to serve and protect and do what is asked of them without question. The troops...

In this world and in our lifetime we constantly try to get more things that we think are good for us. Blessings come in all ways and sizes! Come to think of it, there is actually a systematic...

Some people associate helping people to mean two things. One, it takes money to really do some good. Money; which many can’t afford to part with. Two, it’s too risky because of scams. Even though...

Do you want to know what steps you can take to help assist in a child’s education? Giving donations is a wonderful way to make a difference in a child’s education and life. But, when giving...

I for one have never had a problem raising money for charity. I will always work hard to help out the needy and unfortunate people that have been dealt a rough hand in life. Who knows when that...

There are so many volunteer opportunities in Lubbock, Texas one can wonder where they fit into the picture. The best way to know what works for you and your family is to know what you can commit...

During the holidays, Christmas charity for low income families can make a huge difference for children and their parents, allowing them to celebrate with less stress and more joy. When times are...

Anyone familiar with the grant writing process can tell you the tremendous work involved with researching and completing the application requirements. On this long list are letters of...

need to stretch a buck? saving on your food can be easy, and fun! try new recipes and use programs for saving money on food and anyone can eat for less, with out being on food stamps.

Taking your work group, sports team, family or classmates to a volunteer activity is a great way to breakdown barriers and build strong relationships. It’s also a tremendous benefit to the...

I recently volunteered at a local food pantry and I was so moved by the love and kindness of the volunteers. They educated us on the overwhelming need for local families and senior citizens who...

Obtaining a federal grant is a difficult process. To win a federal grant takes a solid project, an applicant that can prove its capability to pull off the project it is proposing and a request for...

In this lesson, you will learn how to record your church services and import them into your mac computer.

There are three basic steps to successful fund-raising. They are simple, but hard work to accomplish. Don't let people tell you grant writing is easy money. It's not. Grant writing is basically...

During the holidays, many people turn their thoughts to helping those less fortunate. These days more and more people are finding themselves with very little to give, and yet still desire to lend...

The voluntary sector in the United States has been around since early colonial times. The voluntary sector was created through the need for systems of support among the early settlers. These...

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