Charities & Organizations

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...

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...

There's a lot of effort that goes into fundraising for a cause. Yet with all the time spent encouraging people to donate, one of its most important aspects involves sending the thank-you note...

A youth group is a portion of a church ministry specifically geared toward helping adolescents connect with God and learn valuable religious lessons that can be applied to the daily struggles they...

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...

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...

As the popularity of the internet has grown, many online support groups and forums have been developed with the aim of connecting people around the world for a common cause. While there are...

Creating an organization within a group home can be a positive endeavor which will provide a series of benefits to the membership of the home. The new organization will provide the forum by which...

Increased self esteem can lead to greater confidence in personal and professional endeavors. Whether you're organizing activities for a business, religious or community organization, engaging...

There are thousands of ideas out there for fundraisers, which may lay the problem. There can be so many ideas in a group about fundraising that the most time consuming part might be in picking a...

Homeschooling has become more popular in recent years. Setting up a nonprofit homeschooling support group requires the same skills, time and effort as those involved in setting up a small...

Several years ago, the Army created the Asymmetric Warfare Group (AWG) to prepare for new types of threats. Since its inception, the AWG has focused on preparing members of the Army and Marine...

A lot of people in recovery will tell you: I will always have another relapse in my system, but I do not know if I have another recovery. If you have heard this saying then you already know the...

Substance abuse recovery groups come in many styles, from hospital-based therapy to anonymous, community-driven groups. Whatever the style, each group has a leader. A good leader creates an...

One tremendous way to increase the community and relationship around your church is to have interactive social events for youth and adults. You'll want age group-based games as well as games for...

Learn how to conduct a focus group to gather information for a grant proposal. Focus groups can help gather information to support the need statement of a grant proposal. Focus groups is unique...

Group homes serve as residences for unrelated people who are unable to care for themselves independently, or need supervision due to behavioral problems. From the outside, most group homes look...

While hosting a youth group can be a rewarding experience, it can also be challenging to build group cohesion. Failing to build a constructive atmosphere can lead to fractured groups, or groups...

To start a group home for mentally challenged patients, you must find the specific requirements based on state, county, and city governments. You must adhere to government requirements and hire...

People have been establishing crude forms of insurance since the beginning of time. King Hammurabi of ancient Babylon created the first known insurance policy to protect a debtor in case of a...

A busybody is first a person who is strongly opinionated. And he/she probably has some official position in a Church, Club, Charitable or Political Organization. This person assumes more...

Community activities are valuable for youth on many levels. Being involved in the community helps teens recognize their place in the community and understand that everyone makes a difference....

Knowing something that few other people know and belonging to a special group can provide you with a sense of personal empowerment. Perhaps you've fantasized about belonging to an elite...

Youth retreats are an excellent way for young adults to have an opportunity to work together in a group but also to grow individuality. It is important to have activities planned for the retreat....

Many people feel lost and alone when facing the death of a parent, sibling, child or spouse. While those around us may try to be supportive, the friendship and support of those who have...

Group meetings can be great opportunities to get things accomplished. Policies can be set, decisions can be made, and plans can be constructed at group meetings. Group meetings can also allow...

As the name suggests, an ice breaker is a brief game designed to energize guests and expedite mingling. Implementing an ice breaker is an excellent way to start an organizational meeting, whether...

Group homes are residential facilities housing a small number of individuals with some sort of chronic problem. They're usually located in a community to soften the feeling of being...

Freecycle is a network that was created to help keep unwanted items out of landfills by giving people a free forum to give away things they no longer want or need. It's also a wonderful way of...

Support groups are not only important forms of therapy for people in need, but they can also provide people with a social outlet that allows them to gather information and meet other like-minded...

Team-building games are amusing ways to encourage a group of strangers to get to know each other while completing an enjoyable activity together. Groups that are visually impaired experience...

No matter what a project or organization deals with, an advisory board is critical---it helps make decisions, chooses the direction of the organization and keeps the organization on track for the...

Gambling can be just as addictive as drugs or alcohol. A disclaimer placed on most legal gambling games provides information on getting help for your gambling problem. You can employ a number of...

Making money for a program or for an organization is essential to success. Many fund-raisers end up costing more money in the long run, simply because of expenses for supplies and fees. Therefore,...

Enterprise groups, based on zaibatsu---a style of Japanese business organization--became an internationally popular movement in the 1950s. Established to promote cooperation between like-minded...

Team building activities help large groups to get to know each other and work well together. In addition, they help people who don't usually have the chance to interact with one another to get...

When working with a group of adolescents, it is very important that they get to know each other and form bonds so that they can work together better and with less stress. As an adult entering...

Raising money for a youth organization can be limited by the age of the youth involved. The fund-raising activities you choose will have to be age-appropriate. Often times transportation will also...

Creating change in a neighborhood is not always easy. In fact, in many instances it’s quite difficult. This article will describe how to begin creating an advocacy group that will help gain the...

There are a variety of ways animal rescue groups can raise money to support the operation of their organization and to increase awareness. By providing a product for members of the community to...

Raising funds for teen activities can take many forms, depending on the skills and talents of the group. Survey any group of teens, and you may be pleasantly surprised by their skills. Look for...

Big corporations can raise money very quickly. However, small groups often have problems getting the money that they need. Small groups can also have problems with fundraisers because they don't...

Running a small group can require money to cover expenses such as travel, supplies and food. Participating in a fund-raising program can help you cover these costs without having your group...

Social activities allow young people the chance to have fun, interact with other youths, learn valuable skills, and feel a part of a group. Young adults need constructive ways to stay busy, and...

If you're bored with your youth fundraisers, chances are you need to be bold and find new ideas. Most importantly, consider the talents of your volunteer pool and tailor your event to fit them. ...

Fund-raising for any benefit requires a lot of work, including finding the right activity that people in the community will be receptive to. Most of the work comes in the planning. For example,...

Teamwork activities geared toward youth are designed to help them gain skills that will help them to work with others. Activities are educational and entertaining at the same time to keep them...

There are many groups on a college campus that try to raise money for events and philanthropic causes. Fraternities, sororities, sports teams and special-interest clubs seek to raise money in an...

Your group or organization is sure to enjoy using a "Wild West" theme to raise money. Your group simply needs to organize a day that offers a number of Wild West activities and booths that will...

Membership is the lifeblood of any organization. Attracting and retaining members can be a very challenging task, but there are many ways to help make your membership drives successful. Use the...