finding Joy in helping others
Charity Spotlight: From donating used soccer equipment, to volunteering to replace a roof for a senior, each post her mentions some way to help others, mostly in small tangible ways rather than donating money. It doesn’t what your age or income “we can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.” — Ronald Reagan
Asking businesses for donations can be a great way to collect items for a charity or nonprofit organization. YOU want to help others, but it’s overwhelming. Do they need Food Items? Clothing? Hygiene Products? School Supplies? I’ve volunteered with many different organizations and was able to direct thousands of items I received for FREE to […] Read more…
Are you responsible to fund school teams or events? Purchase items or ship donations for charity? Going on a mission trip? Run a non-profit? Then you need COLD HARD CASH to accomplish your goals. BUT JUST HOW DO YOU DO THAT? You FUNDRAISE! – Here are OVER 150 Best Fundraising Ideas for individuals, schools, churches, […] Read more…
Looking to raise cash for your group or charity? How about hosting a GIFT BASKET RAFFLE? Put together awesome baskets packed with goodies that everyone will love, and sell affordable raffle tickets. It’s a great way to get people excited to contribute and win a cool prize at the same time. With a little bit […] Read more…
Did you know something as simple as an old mascara wand can help save wildlife? The Appalachian Wildlife Refuge uses mascara brushes to remove fly eggs and larvae from the fur of animals. How can a Mascara Wand help wildlife? Mascara wand brushes work so well because the bristles are very close together. “When we do […] Read more…
“SOCKS BY BOB” is what 88-year-old Bob Rutherford from Saskatoon, calls his life’s work. He has knitted over 10,000 socks! He had the help of his son and a few friends and a homemade knitting machine. Every pair goes to homeless shelters across Canada. The idea of a fast knitting machine was born out of […] Read more…
Small acts of love and kindness can change the world with Operation Christmas Child. I love seeds. So much life and potential exist in a teeny tiny container. As a gardener, I can easily tell a zinnia seed from a Morning Glory seed. While each is unique, once planted, each can grow and become more […] Read more…