Charities & Organizations

It is good etiquette (and it will make your grandmother proud) to practice sending letters of appreciation. Anyone can write and receive an appreciation letter for a number of reasons. From...

Have you heard about McKay Hatch? He is a very hated 15 year old. Why is he hated so much? He started a "No Cussing Club". He and his family have received nasty emails, profanity...

Donating hair is a great way to make a huge difference in someone's life. Your donated hair will be used to make wigs, and other hair pieces for men, women, and children who have lost their...

If you haven’t heard of tithing before it’s a concept that has been around for ages. It’s a similar concept as “paying it forward” where you give something for the good of others without expecting...

Grant writing is the process of securing free funding that usually requires the recipient to apply to the foundation offering the money with a written proposal stating why his or her organization...

Car donations may be on the decline in this tough economy, but they can be a boon to both the donor and charity if you follow these steps.

There is a lot of need in the world today. But times are tough and money is tight, so how can you make a difference without going broke? There are actually many ways you can help the world and...

Many of us would like to donate to charity for so many causes, and though every small act helps, there is only so much we can give of ourselves and of our personal resources. I have found some...

When you donate to charity using iGive.com, you help your favorite cause and your favorite stores make the donation for you. This super-easy website has been fundraising for years, so you can...

People are touched by photos and stories of Australian wildlife injured and homeless in the bushfires in Victoria region. Thousands of wild animals and pets died in the raging fires and many more...

Recently, I had a bad experience when I was asked by someone I barely knew online to help promote a charity event which later turned out to be a scam. This person sent an email requesting I...

Invest in the future and become a youth mentor. Youth are our future. They will one day become the pillars of society. Some need some mentoring to improve along the way.

While sitting in the comforts of home, you can help a soldier fighting for US freedom, at this very moment. Discover how to adopt a soldier during February, "the month of love." Why...

Financially, times are hard for everyone. During these hard times, charities and nonprofits are called upon to provide services for more people, but their donations go down during these times....

The greenhouse effect is a hotly debated topic, but the reality of it is clear. Over the past 150 years, the temperature has been on a steady rise. What can't be disputed is the fact that it is...

Most non profit groups are formed to promote a cause, fill a social need or serve a group. While the staff of a non profit organization receives a salary and operating bills are paid, any revenue...

The revenue from sales of donated cars and other vehicles is an important source of funds for many nonprofit organizations. It's also a good deal for donors since they save the expense and time of...

When your car has met the end of its road, letting go usually isn't the hardest part. Donating a car to charity not only has tax benefits, but many offer free pick-up to get that old car off your...

To apply for a federal small business grant you must complete a grant application package. The federal government does not work with third party commercial agencies. In fact, websites claiming to...

One of the most productive types of donations you can make is that of food. With growing economic woes spreading across the nation, more families are turning toward charity-run food banks for a...

Many organizations expect a cover letter in addition to a grant proposal. The cover letter is a brief overview of what the reader will find in the full proposal. The cover letter is your chance...

Goals and objectives are important aspects of any grant application. You want the funder to be as clear as possible about what their money will be accomplishing. Grant goals are larger scale...

If you have clothing that you no longer need or want, donating it to charity can benefit you and others. Donations can only be made to qualifying organizations such as nonprofit groups that...

Give the gift of life: blood. The American Red Cross says every minute, someone is in need of blood. However, just 3 in 100 people make that critical donation. Giving blood is an easy and...

Most donated cars are sold at auction with proceeds benefiting the charity that received the donated car. Charities must first have the car titled in their name before selling it at auction. If...

Before donating your car to charity, research the intended beneficiary of your donation. In order for you to claim a tax deduction for your donated car, the charity must be classified as a 501 (c)...

Group homes for teens are available and used for many reasons. Parents may need to send away a troubled teen, or a teen may be suffering a disorder or substance abuse problem, or a teen may be...

The best training for becoming a nanny starts in the early teens. A teenager hoping to become a nanny should actually enjoy children. Babysitting for the neighbor's children is a good way to get a...

An individual can donate a wheelchair in a few different ways. He can sign up with an organization that matches donors to locals in need. He can donate to a national organization that then lends...

When a person's ministry grows to the point where more people must become involved to do it well, it is time to consider forming a charitable, or non-profit, organization. Not only does this...

You may have heard public service announcements from the American Red Cross about the need for blood donations, or your workplace or place or worship may host periodic blood drives. If you're...

Searching for ancestors, also called family history work or genealogy, has grown in popularity as methods for searching have become easier. With the use of computers and searchable databases,...

Children love Valentine's Day. They exchange Valentine's at school. They get candy, and who doesn't love candy? There can be more to Valentine's day than the commercialized cards and candy. You...

Have you ever thought about making a Locks of Love donation? Thinking about changing your hairstyle to prepare for the hot days of summer? If this involves getting your long hair cut, why not...

iGoogle is a personalized start page for your homepage. It is a service created by the Google search engine. iGoogle users can select specific themes for their iGoogle page. iGoogle recently...

Your teenager is going on a summer mission’s trip, how exciting, but how are you going to raise the money to pay for it. Mission’s trips are a life changing opportunity. They help to teach your...

Adult Make A Wish - Dream Foundation is a wish granting organization for adults. They work with adults who have been devastated by life limiting illnesses. When this non-profit organization can...

In this article, I will give you some advice that I know will work because I have used it. I love professional speaking and I do it in my consulting practice as well as for enjoyment. Here are...

If your church or organization has many single parents and widowed seniors, there is probably a large need for help that is unmet. You can help forge new relationships between people, while...

Ever need to feel like you have saved the world for one more day...everybody is down about themselves and money these days. This is a very quick, easy, free and very important task to add to your...

For decades, Amnesty International Freedom Writers have called for the release of thousands of prisoners of conscience. Around the world, people who were once imprisoned or tortured for their...

Think the Humane Society is just a place to drop off a stray cat or find a cute dog that needs a home ? Think again. The Humane Society organization spans a whole lot more than what you may see...

Nonprofit organizations are always looking for ways to raise money. Is there a nonprofit that you feel strongly about? The Facebook application called Causes, allows you to easily create a web...

CaringBridge is a free, personalized, and easy-to-use Internet service that helps families and friends to stay in touch during a health crisis, serious illness, medical treatment or recovery....

As a Missionary making her way back to "the field" during a time when Americans have lost confidence in the economy, I've been doing my research on how to mobilize people who would like...

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Raffles are fun and easy way to raise a lot of money for your organization. It does take a lot of planning and some legwork on your part though. The payout is always worth it though.

Have you joined Freecycle, but you just don't know what to say when you see those posts offering great things for free? Use these tips to put yourself in the running for whatever strikes your fancy.

Homelessness can be caused by loss of jobs or even just a cut in hours, and these days it is taking more than a year for the unemployed to find a new job and get back on their feet. Learn about...

Homeless charities include the Salvation Army, Christian missions, rescue missions, community action partnerships, the United Way and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Find a homeless charity or...