Charities & Organizations

It is extremely important that we take care of our environment and patronize green companies. This ensures that the companies where we are spending our money are environmentally responsible and...

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...

There are many families in your area that cannot afford to put a nice meal on the table this holiday season. In the spirit of giving, you can easily organize a basket filled with all of the...

On Saturday, November 12, 2009, 40 volunteers and 5 master gardeners put the final touches on a wheelchair garden at Loma Linda University Medical Center's East Campus in Loma Linda, California....

As one with a passion to help others I have written several support letters as a fundraising tool to help me notify my friends and family about my cause, so that they can support it. Initially I...

Donated hair is used to make wigs due to medical treatment / disease for children. These wigs are very specially designed to stay on even with an active child.

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...

Most of us take gifts for granted. At Christmas, we just assume there will be presents under the tree for us. But, what if you lived in a place where Christmas gifts were non-existent? Due to...

Locks of Love is a Florida-based non-profit organization that uses donated hair to provide hairpieces for children under 18 suffering from long term hair loss. The organization restores...

Donate! Rather than tossing those out of fashion, ill fitting and gently worn clothing into the trash. Share Your Threads with those less fortunate. Here are the easy steps to give to those in...

Many charitable organizations depend on donations of time, money, and products to keep their good works going. If you have a big heart and want to donate but are short on cash, there are other...

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.

There are many complex problems and solutions just as mind-bogglingly convoluted and complex in the pressing need to save our planet and humanity. Here, we propose several simple steps, and...

If you are a veteran or currently serving in the Armed Forces, you may be interested in joining the American Legion, a non-profit orgnization committed to serving veterans and the community at...

This is not the normal article. This article is not about yourself. This article aims to provide a way to help those that are in need. "If you approach the world with the apron of a servant,...

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...

Do you have an old computer collecting dust? Use it to Go Green and do a good deed this Holiday Season. According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Plug in to eCycling program, only 15-20%...

When people hear the phrase, “help save endangered species”, most cringe. They figure that it must be some tree-hugger non-hunter type trying to save a creature that only inhabits the Arctic...

You can donate your vehicle to non-profits and charities such as the American Lung Foundation and the National Kidney Foundation. Donating your car, truck, RV, motorcycle or any other type of...

The Internet is a cyber replica of what the world should be. The World Wide Web has millions, or billions of computers linked together. This linking of computers worldwide is what creates the...

A Christmas Club is a way to save money for Christmas presents. This was a very popular thing for banks to do 30 years or so back and it was a way for housewives to save for Christmas presents. ...

This article is rated moderately easy because what is easy for some people, isn't easy for others. The idea is to be open to people. Accept people for who they are. Realize that people are...

Domestic violence is violence between marriage or domestic partners or between family members. Domestic violence is also called intimate partner violence, spousal abuse, partner abuse, and...

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...

This ministry is for young black men who are looking for jobs to support themselves and family. It means advocating for a man and his family in tough times. This ministry for example can provide...

African American men are looking for support that will help the become better fathers. A support group for fathers can begin in any size church. It does not have to be expensive, just a well...

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...

Writing a objection in meeting minutes can be one of the hardest part of the minutes if you are concerned about hurting the boards feeling. Minutes are a official record kept by an organization...

Charity information is easier than ever to find on the Web. Here's how to do a charity search on the Internet, just in time for the holiday giving season.

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...

Today it seems that there are charitable causes behind almost every purchase we make ranging from buying “pink” for breast cancer awareness to saving the rain forests and so much more. While the...

A car wash is a traditional way of raising money for good causes. When planning on having a car wash for a fund raiser, don’t settle for just any old car wash . . . conduct a car wash that will...

Medicaid is a program that is available in all 50 states to provide medical assistance to the needy. It is a state-run program, so the rules and what it covers vary slightly from state to state. ...

Whether you are looking for ideas to raise money for a school PTA, a church youth group, or some other good cause, here are some tried and true easy fundraising activities for your group. These...

I've always been a little compassionate, I would feel bad for people less fortunate than I. My heart would wrench when I saw a animal in the middle of the road. But it wasn't until my husband...

A Silent auction is a great fundraiser and can earn your non-profit organization much needed money if done right. A silent auction is a type of auction where bids are written on a sheet of paper....

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Disney is giving 1 million people the opportunity to get a free day of admission for visitors that complete a day of community service in 2010. Disney is calling the program “Give a Day, Get a...

The economy is tough on all of us right now. If you are struggling to pay your bills and feed your family, then you may be eligible for food assistance, witch is now called the SNAP program. You...

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...

Bring Joy to Gift Giving? Meaningful Christmas gifts? Who has time for that?! Giving people 'stuff' as Christmas gifts is easier and faster than thinking about what would make a memorable or...

Are you looking for something fulfilling in your life? Do you want to make a lasting impact in the life of a child? If you answered a resounding “Yes!” to those questions, then becoming a Mentor...

Volunteers are the lifeblood of charitable organizations. Many organizations could not succeed without the work of willing people in the communities. Here are some simple tips on how you can be a...

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...