Philanthropic Organizations

Been positive in life is the best tool anyone can use in their life. Positive ideas engage in success it can turned the average person into rich, or help them find a value in their life. It can...

Especially in tough times, we see more and more fundraising benefits being thrown. Read how you can help a close friend or family member raise money for a good cause.

This e-how is pretty self-explanatory based on the title.... here are some simple and easy ways to clean up your community!

Now that you've got your great meeting theme, you've chosen your online base and had a few people sign on as members, how do you get them to actually DO something: engage in discussions, respond...

Writing a successful grant proposal that produces results, takes time, planning, and research.

The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is a volunteer organization founded in 1890. To become a member of this valuable organization you must be a women over 18 years of age and be able to...

People know about dogs visiting nursing homes, or guiding the blind, but now your dog can help children learn to read better. The program called READing Paws uses dogs to interact with children...

Rubber bracelets, made from discarded 0-rings or rubber bands, first became popular as part of the anti-jewelry movement. Colored rubber or "jelly bracelets" went in and out of fashion throughout...

Know at least 10 people that want to work together for the common good? Ever wondered where to start so that you can work together and ensure that any money raised goes to your cause or concern? ...

What can be more important than life itself? I'm sure all of us are aware that there are many thousands of people on organ donor waiting lists but very few likely know about a new website designed...

Discover the trick to getting some of the millions of dollars available each year for different projects and groups.

Gay rights. Global warming. Animal testing. It is easy to become overwhelmed by the range of controversial issues in the world today. However, sometimes a certain injustice bothers you so much...

This is a simple project for the classroom teacher looking to add a green lesson to his or her curriculum.

The problems in Africa are numerous and cannot be solved by one person, but there are a lot of ways you can help. Whether you just want to donate money or actually go to Africa in person to...

From political campaigns to medical research funding to your local community or school's project, there are some things in life that you may feel passionate about. Whatever the occasion, you can...

Co-founded by celebrity Matt Damon, H2O Africa is a non-profit organization that seeks to bring water to African communities and outlying areas through sustainable and integrated water programs....

Always thought that you would like to get involved in charities or get involved with a good cause? Here is an easy way to get started.

Livestrong bracelets are sold to raise money for cancer research by the Lance Armstrong Foundation. This foundation also helps people fight their battle with cancer by offering information and...

I've had a lot of tragedies to deal with in my life. I was kidnapped as a little girl, abused as a teenager, and all kind of medical problems now as an adult. I was off on medical leave really...

In early 2007, there were more than 27 million slaves in the world, both children and adults--more than there ever has been. Many children all over the world are kidnapped and forced to work as...

Seeking membership with the Shriners includes recognizing the nature of this traditional club. Many choose to join a Shriners chapter because of all the philanthropic activities involved. The...

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit Christian organization dedicated to eliminating substandard housing all over the world. Volunteers and people in need work together to...

The American Red Cross is dedicated to providing assistance to disaster victims, as well as supporting emergency preparedness.