According to the United States Department of Agriculture, 13 million kids live in households that do not have an adequate supply of food. As shocking as this statement is, there are many things...
Caring for the environment is as much about making sure that people and organizations around you are performing legally and according to procedure when it comes to environmental law as it is about...
It may be easier than you think to get on a board of directors. Many nonprofit organizations are looking to expand their board of directors and need people with many different skills. It is no...
AmeriCorps*NCCC is an exciting, challenging, life altering experience. Most people going into the program for the first time don't know what to expect, much less what to pack. For those struggling...
I need to begin by saying that I have never been homeless. However, for a few years, I followed a group of homeless people around, listened to their stories, tried to help them, and became...
With more funds being block-granted at the state level and the legal limitations of 501(c) (3) nonprofits concerning lobbying, it might seem that lobbying for a nonprofit organization is...
Seeking in-kind donations in addition to monetary ones is another way to fulfill your agency’s needs. Many individuals and small businesses have a variety of goods to offer non-profit charities. ...
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...
Reading and hearing constant reports about global warming and a planet in peril can darken even the brightest mood. But becoming an environmental volunteer can help you lift your spirits and help...
Two major reasons for the Chesapeake Bay's popularity are its huge size and its infinite variety. The Bay stretches for approximately 200 miles along the coasts of Maryland and Virginia, and...
Having founded, directed and worked with community organizations for the last twenty years, I have some basic step-by-step plans that are available for FREE. Some organizations I've gone to didn't...
Crafts can be fun for people of any age. Youth groups offer a great venue for introducing craft projects, since they inspire creativity and personal expression amongst adolescents. Craft projects...
A well-organized trip can offer lasting memories and facilitate new friendships for the members of a youth organization. A ski trip is a great opportunity to encourage physical activity in...
A trip to the beach can be a great way for members of a youth group to develop relationships and form lifelong memories. This can be especially memorable for children that do not live close to the...
A mission trip can be a life-changing experience for members of a youth group, one which can challenge them to grow personally and spiritually. A mission trip can teach adolescents about the...
Icebreakers are a great way to kick off a meeting, social gathering or event. They are particularly useful in helping young group members feel at ease and more comfortable in an unfamiliar...
A name should give an identity to a youth group, reflecting the purpose or values of the group. Pick a name that is clear enough to communicate the cause behind the group and interesting enough to...
Youth organizations utilize fund-raisers to secure money for supplies, uniforms, trips or any other special need not funded by the standard operating budget. Fund-raisers have a dual purpose. They...
Youth Service America (YSA) is a nonprofit resource organization that partners with a variety of groups to increase the number and effectiveness of volunteer opportunities for young people....
The National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) promotes service learning as a tool to empower youths and transform them into contributing members of society. Service learning is a hands-on teaching...
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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.
