Volunteer Work

How to Find Community Volunteer Opportunities

By JanCast2007

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Volunteering in the community is a good way to give something useful back to society in the form of human kindness and selfless generosity. Our useful skills and know-how can often be turned into opportunities to mentor or make someone else’s ... more »

How to Foster a Pet

By Melissa Maroff

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Fostering can be a gratifying experience for both you and a homeless animal (and there is certainly no shortage of pets that need fostering). Although you may not be able to keep the pet permanently, you are providing the best possible ... more »

How to get an Internship at an Art Museum

By Sadie's Mom

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Many people think that working in a museum is a glamorous job. It can be a fantastic career, but you have to start somewhere. An internship is the perfect place to start... more »

How to get involved in Animal Rights

By Beans4Biscuits

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Does it ever seem the animal rights problems are too vast and you don't even know where to start? Here you'll learn that big or small, every step you take makes a difference. You'll also learn the most effective steps to take that will make your ... more »

How to Get On The Dirty Hands Caravan

By Desula

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Sean Penn announced today that festival goers at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival accompany him on a "Dirty Hands Caravan". It will arrive in New Orleans on May 4th bringing attention to the young people of America to become ... more »

How to give generously

By 02SmithA

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At some point you may have thought that you'd like to give more generously, or help out others more. What are some ways to do that?.. more »

How to Give the Gift of You

By Jennifer Melnick Carota

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Learn how to GIVE MORE this year by thinking outside of the gift box!.. more »

How to Have a Meaningful Volunteer Experience

By Jim Lochner

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Volunteering can be one of the most rewarding actions you can take in life. By helping others, you help yourself. Whether it's a philanthropic, arts or other non-profit organization, all are looking for dedicated individuals to give their time... more »

How to Help Ban Greyhound Racing and Support Greyhounds

By Melissa Maroff

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Greyhound racing may seem like a harmless sport—but behind the scenes—it's not so harmless. Each year tens of thousands of greyhounds are bred, only to have the majority destroyed because they lack racing potential, are injured while racing or ... more »

How to Help Chained Dogs on Valentine's Day and Every Day

By Melissa Maroff

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Thousands of our canine friends across the country spend their lives tied to chains. Although there are laws in some states and communities restricting chaining and tethering, each winter, rescuers find dogs frozen in the snow, suffering from ... more »

How to Help End World Hunger At No Cost To You

By D Moore

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Sure we all see those pictures of poor starving people around the world and we feel bad, BUT we cant really afford to help. Well now affording it is a non-issue. Thanks to a really cool and innovative website anyone with a computer and a few ... more »

How to Help Save the Honeybees

By D L Decker

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National and international reports on the decline in honeybee populations have led many people to wonder how they can help save the bees. Although scientists have not yet pinpointed a single cause of Colony Collapse Disorder, researchers around ... more »

How to Make Charitable Donations on a Tight Budget

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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You’re on a tight budget but still want to take part in charitable giving. Most charities find money to be the most useful gift because it provides them more flexibility, but that shouldn’t stop you from finding other ways to give from the heart ... more »

How to Motivate Volunteers

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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In today's society of lessening leisure time, getting and retaining dedicated volunteers is hard. Volunteers are key to the success of many programs, and motivating volunteers is an integral part of that success. Learn ways to motivate volunteers ... more »

How to Perform Random Acts of Kindness

By kprest74

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We all know the world can be a harsh place, worse for some than others. In our busy lives, it is easy to forget about being kind to others, especially those we do not even know, but here are some ways to pay forward a little bit of kindness... more »

How to Rescue Animals Through MySpace

By Melissa Maroff

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MySpace is all the rage these days with everyone from teens to performing artists to stay-at-home parents—and continues to grow by leaps and bounds. It’s also perhaps the best way to get the word out about things close to your heart. If rescuing ... more »

How to Save Animals Without Leaving Home

By cvanderkaay

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Many of us want to save animals from death and unnecessary pain or cruelty, but we have difficulty coming up with the time or money to be an activist. There are, however, many ways for you to save animals from pain and suffering without ever ... more »

How to Send a Soldier a Postcard and Say Thank You

By Lisa Curcio

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Let's Say Thanks is a website started by Xerox and is partnered with many others including Give2TheTroops, the Rochester Institute of Technology, and the Boys & Girls Club to name just a few. These companies make it easy for you to say Thank ... more »

How to Shop for a Hungry Crowd!

By ProfessorSprout

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It doesn't matter what time of year it is. A reason to gather together and fellowship can be a Family Reunion, Church Supper, Holiday Feast. All have one thing in common Lots of Food!!! For to Feed Lots of People!!! Lots of Planning and ... more »

How to Sponsor an Orphan

By CoralieSolange

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There are millions of orphans in today's world due to the AIDS epidemic and ugly wars. Fortunately, there are also hundreds of charities set up to provide shelter, medical care, education, and love to these children. However, the charities ... more »

How to Stop Wallowing in Self Pity

By lettysue

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Nobody likes me. Nobody wants to be with me. I'll never have any friends. There's nothing good about me. What a bunch of nonsense! You are of great value and worth so much... more »

How to Support Your Soldier

By sashasweder

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My cousin Jim has just been sent out for training to go overseas to Iraq. I figure by August he will be on his way and that means everyone has enough time to save up and stand behind him. Here are some excellent suggestions that can be applied ... more »

How to Survive A Hurricane

By Nate1224hoops

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This article will show you how to prepare yourself and your home for a hurricane. When your health and safety are at risk, know what to do and expect... more »

How to Adopt a Grandparent

By Camille Platt

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One in eight Americans is over the age of 65, and by 2030 that number is expected to double. With aging friends passing away and the handicap of limited mobility, seniors often need interaction with others. Here are three ways you can reach out ... more »

How to Auction Made Simple

By Islando

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This is a great way to clear out a few things you no longer need but don't want to throw away, and to help someone else in the process... more »

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