If you would like to become with youth in your community or if your child participates in 4-H, join a 4-H advisory group. There are a number of ways to join. There are also a variety of ways to...
For a protest to be effective, you need to have participants. The more protest supporters you round up, the more likely you are to receive local, and possibly national, media attention. There are...
A public presentation is important to the 4H experience. Through public presentations, 4H members learn to express themselves thoughtfully and coherently. As a leader, you can help set up...
Help support the preservation of America's military aircraft legacy by joining the Commemorative Air Force. The Commemorative Air Force supports the American Airpower Heritage Museum, which...
The Loyal Order of Moose is a nonsectarian and nonpolitical fraternal organization dedicated to serving others. While only men can belong to one of 2,000 moose lodges in the U.S., Canada, Bermuda...
Even when so-called charities aren't outright scams, it's tough to know whether your donations are getting through to the cause for which they were intended. This, however, is no reason to stop...
Citizen Corps is part of the Freedom Corps started in 2002. Citizen Corps coordinates several programs which give members of a community an opportunity to volunteer with agencies that respond to...
If you want a new recreation park in your neighborhood or you oppose the mayor and want to remove him from office, a petition drive can show the decision makers that you mean business. Roll up...
A poker run is a fun way to earn money for a charitable cause. While there are many variations, typically a poker run involves participants collecting playing cards from specified locations. At...
Instead of throwing out your old sneakers, you have the option of having them recycled. Recycled sneakers are used to make surfaces that are put down on playgrounds, basketball courts and tracks....
The Cub Scouts is an organization that makes a promise to be better citizens, follow rules, help people and their country. Whether you have a boy in first grade ready to join or an older school...
Whether you have a new Cub Scout or an experienced Scout that needs a new uniform, there are several options when it comes to finding the right shirt, pants, neckerchief and slide. Find the new or...
The Cub Scout Promise, "I promise to do my best, to do my duty to God and my country, to help other people, and to obey the Law of the Pack," is important to not only learn but understand. Cub...
Wearing a Cub Scout uniform with patches in place is a proud moment for any boy, but the parent behind the sewing may be even more proud of the accomplishment. If sewing isn't your cup of tea,...
When a child starts participating as a Daisy Scout or older Girl Scout, it's important that she learns the Girl Scout Promise and Law. The Promise is a basic outline that prepares her for...
It's imperative for the success of your organization that you master the art of making a fundraising speech. An effective presentation maintains your donors' interest and leads naturally to the...
Studies show that the amount of a donor's contributions during his lifetime doesn't reflect his ability or willingness to leave a planned gift. That means you can't judge by a donor's annual gifts...
Non-profit organizations are always looking for ways to increase their funds to do charitable work. Holding a silent auction is a common way to raise money, but not everyone knows how to get the...
Planning a fundraiser for the American Red Cross, either during the dedicated month or any other time, is an easy thing to do. Fundraisers can be done by individuals, small businesses or whole...
It's your turn to run the concession stand at the Little League game. There are mixed emotions to running a concession stand. You want to do your part to help out the team, but it can be hard...
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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.
