Amnesty International is an organization dedicated to advocating human rights all over the globe by pressuring governments, raising awareness and supporting victims of human rights violations. You...
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...
Toys for Tots is a community-action program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and dedicated to distributing toys to needy children nationwide.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is an organization dedicated to stopping drunk driving. The group also provides support to victims of accidents caused by drunk drivers.
Through fundraising and research, the March of Dimes campaigns for the fight against birth defects.
Greenpeace is dedicated to uncovering environmental problems all over the world as well as to using peaceful means to provide solutions to these problems.
The Committee for Children's goal is to research and provide prevention education for parents and teachers about child abuse and youth violence.
The American Red Cross is dedicated to providing assistance to disaster victims, as well as supporting emergency preparedness.
The Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) is now ProLiteracy America, the largest adult literacy organization in the United States. It was established in 2002, with the merger of Laubach Literacy...
Second Harvest is an organization committed to providing hunger relief to men, women and children across the United States and in Puerto Rico. Members of Second Harvest collect and distribute...
A massive earthquake causes incredible devastation and sadness, especially in poorer nations where recovery is difficult. You can offer comfort and support to the survivors; it's never too late to...
Soup kitchens rely on the generous support of people like you. Do your part by donating food this holiday season and throughout the coming year to feed those in need of a good meal.
Soup kitchens provide a hot meal for people who need it. You can help this Thanksgiving by volunteering your time to serve the holiday dinner.
Give back to your community this holiday season by taking the time to help people in need.
While many people get caught up in the commercial aspect of the holidays, you can help your children understand the true meaning of giving this year.
Celebrate the tradition of giving this holiday season by buying a toy for a child in need. You and the recipient will both experience great pleasure from this generous gesture.
According to the National Coalition for the Homeless, there has been a dramatic increase in homelessness in the United States over the past two decades. Up to two million men, women and children...
Food and clothing drives are popular around the holidays, but there's no need to wait until December to organize one. Make a real difference at any time of the year by collecting items for people...
Want to help children's wishes come true this holiday season? Then set up a giving tree in your place of business.
This holiday season, keep in mind that families in countries around the world are struggling simply to survive. Take a minute out of your celebrations to send money or supplies to help them get by.
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Learn how to volunteer time and money to charities and organizations in your town or around the world. From how to donate used furniture, cars and computers, to how to avoid charity scams, eHow shows you how to give back. Want to feel good around the holidays? Learn how to volunteer at a soup kitchen on Thanksgiving or any other time of year. Already volunteering your time to a philanthropic enterprise? eHow also has How Tos on effective fund raising for nonprofits and youth organization.
