For years charitable donations have been on the rise. In 2017, a record $410.02 billion was donated to charity. Research says that giving to others makes us feel happy, and might even be good for our health. But scams and reports of mismanagement can undo those...
Helping others is a top concern for many people. If you are looking to start a charity, here’s a good guide to help you start. Define your mission First, you have to decide what cause your charity will serve. Are you passionate about the environment or helping...
Raising a family can feel like a full-time job, sometimes on top of a second full-time job. Feeding, clothing, and keeping your children alive to face another day is already exhausting enough, let alone molding them into kind, socially conscious human beings. However,...
Helping others is not a one-sided situation, but a mutual gratification. Not only are you giving your time, energy, and resources to help others, you are improving yourself in the process. Studies suggest that lending yourself to those in need promotes a greater sense...
Establishing startups successfully requires a considerable wealth of knowledge and experience. Non-profit startups are some of the trickiest kinds of organizations to start and successfully run. Charitable non-profit organizations, during their startup phase,...
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) policies are a growing trend among companies who want their employees to commit to social responsibilities. As of 2018, almost one in four companies are implementing VTO into their policies. More companies want to combat negative perceptions...
When people think of fundraisers, they think of the fall and winter and important U.S. holidays. However, organizations and the people they help require funds year round. Use the beautiful weather and the springtime excitement to draw attention to your charity or...
Spring is the ideal time to do outdoor community projects. Not only does it bring about positive change in the community, but it establishes memorable connections with new and old friends. There are numerous outdoor spring projects that have a specific goal and...
The late Princess Diana once remarked: “Nothing brings me more happiness than trying to help the most vulnerable people in society. It is a goal and an essential part of my life – a kind of destiny.” For those wishing to lend a helping hand, here are...
Tax season is almost over, but many people still have questions about taxes, even if they already filed them. As a philanthropist, I often hear the phrase, “Your donations are tax-deductible.” Although in theory we know what this means, how does this actually play out...
