Charities & Organizations

Interested in getting rid of that dusty bookcase in your garage? Or maybe your workplace has an old copy machine that has been replaced with one that's new-and-improved? There are many outlets in...

Grants for gifted and talented programs allow schools and educators to build better programs and serve their students more efficiently. They come from different sources and are meant to be used...

Grant money for toys does exist, though not generally for personal use. However, non-profit organizations and schools in need of developmental gadgets and equipment may be eligible for grant money.

In Tennessee, certain organizations can apply for exemption from paying state sales and use taxes. According to the Tennessee Department of Revenue, these entities include religious, service and...

Team building activities can help kids learn about teamwork, cooperation and communication. Among Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, these are particularly valuable skills. Team building activities,...

A home warranty is commonly offered to a new home buyer by a seller or real estate agent. It is an insurance policy on the appliances and plumbing system in the home. But there are a few problems...

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...

Held on the third Saturday in September, the International Coastal Cleanup is an annual event that the Ocean Conservancy sponsors. The ICC relies on volunteers to accomplish its goal of ridding...

Health care volunteers are greatly needed in non-profit organizations. They can also serve in hospitals, schools and clinics in their native countries or abroad. Health care volunteers can find...

Each year millions of people hear the call to donate their time, resources or money to a number of charities across the nation and the world. Children's charities, in particular, seem to strike a...

Disabled American Veterans is a large organization that began in the 1920s, founded with the commitment to serve and support U.S. veterans and active military personnel. As an outreach...

The Black Panther Party, more commonly known simply as the Black Panthers, was a militant political organization. It was composed solely of African-Americans. The Black Panthers were considered to...

Adding support letters to a grant proposal can be somewhat of a toss up to a grant writer. However, there is no doubt if you add support letters it is best to make them count.

So, you have a big heart and some extra time to spare. With all of the great organizations out there, how do you decide where to donate your time and energy? Lets try to narrow it down.

Currently across the world we have seen a 7.6 earthquake strike Indonesia, A Tsunami’ strike the American Samoa, and a Typhoon rape against Ketsana- Asia., and across the world we have seen mass...

Despite our busy schedules, many of us feel we should be doing more for others. In a survey by one of the largest insurance companies of the world, of over 1000 young people surveyed, 95% of those...

Are you part of a group looking to organize for an ongoing community function? Your next task will be to craft a Mission Statement that expresses the collective passion and commitment that...

Disney wants to inspire one million people to volunteer and is rewarding them by giving each of them a FREE one day admission to a theme park at Disney Resort or Walt Disney World Resort.

Has someone you know been diagnosed with cancer or serious some disease? Or has someone died unexpectedly and the family needs financial help? A benefit is a great way to help a family in their...

Yoga has many benefits for children. The practice helps them concentrate more deeply and can increase their motivation to learn. Yoga Journal reports that the "market for teaching kids yoga is...

Juvenile-delinquency prevention programs take many forms, working not just with at-risk individuals, but also with their families, detention centers and the surrounding community. Education,...

Grants for reading technology help schools and nonprofit organizations afford upgrades and new products to better serve their constituency. These grants, from a variety of sources including...

Music is a powerful tool that touches human emotions and calls forth creativity. Starting a music ministry for your church or organization is a worthwhile goal with a significant number of...

You can find many interesting and creative ways to hold a fundraiser, but one of the most popular is a raffle. A raffle is a game that involves many people buying tickets in hopes that they will...

A prospective employer will want to know more about you than what is listed on your resume. Anyone can look like a glowing candidate on a job application, but the truth comes out in the employment...

If you donate your vehicle to charity, you will not only receive the satisfaction of doing a good deed, but you will also receive certain tax benefits. However, with the donation, certain...

Church festivals are a fun occasion to introduce a church to the public, provide an event for members of the congregation to socialize, and strengthen the bonds between church and community. They...

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...

The SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism) is an organization dedicated to re-creating the talents and skills developed throughout Europe prior to the 17th century. The organization, divided into...

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October is breast cancer awareness month. It seems that every company and group is looking for ways to support breast cancer awareness. There will be walks through out the month, fundraisers, and...

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...

We all know about the birthday promotion that Disney has. You know, the one where you get to go to a Disney park for free on your birthday. Well, unfortunately not all of us can go to the Disney...

Disaster Recovery Centers are ready to help Georgia Flood 2009. If you were a victim of last weeks Georgia flood, there is hope and there is help, you can apply online for help.

The World of Concrete (WOC) Convention is the masonry construction and commercial concrete industry's only annual international convention showcasing the hottest trends. The WOC Convention, held...

Beginning a women's ministry, if you are called to such work, may require more financial resources than you currently have available. Even with the support of your local religious body, you are...

There are numerous ways you can help raise money for various organizations, and one common way is to collect and donate milk caps. Certain companies will offer promotions that ask you to send in...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as "food stamps," is a federally subsidized program administered locally by each state. Actual food stamps are no longer given...

Wells Fargo, now a major international financial institution with headquarters in San Francisco, began over 150 years ago in California during the California Gold Rush.

Want to make your philanthropic dreams come true? Applying for one of the dozens of mission grants available throughout the country can make those dreams a reality. Depending on your specific...

Before the movie "Pay it Forward" Benjamin Franklin conceived the idea of helping others in need and passing it along before expecting anything in return. April 22, 1784: "I do...

In liking yourself and getting others to like you must be willing to do a lot of work. The main work pertains to you. Do you want to be liked do you want others to like you? As I am working...

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...

When your kids are in their preteen years is the ideal time to talk to them about drugs and alcohol. According to J. David Hawkins, lead author of a research group at the University of Washington...

According to the National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families, "developing literacy skills begins at birth through everyday loving interactions." These skills are further reinforced and...

A Social Security number is a number that helps the United States government define who its citizens are. The number is linked to your social security that you will get when you are older, your...

Americans associate the pink ribbon with breast cancer awareness. Those that are affected or have loved ones affected by the disease know how devastating it can be for women of any age. For a...

The Native American people are the poorest minority in our great nation. The Lakota (Sioux) of South Dakota have one of the shortest life-spans in the Western hemisphere, second only to the...

Involved with a non-profit? Don't feel that it's getting enough recognition? Are your old methods of publicity not working? Here's your chance to learn some new ideas.