Be creative in finding reasons to do something for someone when they won’t expect it. Pick one or more of these upcoming observances as reasons to help and surprise others with an act of kindness: Oct – Lupus Awareness Month – http://www.lupus.org/education/LAM_main.html Oct – National Breast Cancer Awareness Month – http://www.nbcam.org Oct 6 – World…
Category: Enthusiasm
Reasons to Give in September 2006
When do you get the most benefit from receiving a card from someone? Is it when you receive one for a major celebration or holiday? Or is it when you receive one that is totally unexpected? For me, it’s when I receive one that is unexpected. Be creative in finding reasons to do something for…
Did You Miss Your Lawn and Landscaping Service on Monday?
Hundreds of lawn care and landscape professionals, industry suppliers and manufacturers swarmed the Arlington National Cemetery and the Historic Congressional Cemetery for a day. It was not an organized protest in Washington DC. They donated their time to improve the grounds of these National landmarks! Check out the details regarding this act of giving at…
More Reasons to Give in August 2006
Have you exhausted your brain trying to come up with new reasons to do something for someone? There are always reasons to do something for someone (if you need an excuse). Take advantage of these upcoming observances for August 2006: National Back To School Month International Clown Week – 1-7 August 2006 – http://www.internationalclownweek.org International…
Youth Group Gives Hope for the Future
I was doing some research on my computer this morning and discovered a blog that got my interest. It was by a Christian youth group that traveled to Washington DC this past week. They made the trip to help others in a variety of ways while also finding opportunities to share their faith. You can…
Celebrities Can Make a Difference
Celebrities are sometimes viewed as greedy stars who are only out to make millions of dollars for themselves. For those who put their wealth to good use, I am glad they are making those millions of dollars each year. Many celebrities are getting more exposure than ever for donating some of their wealth to great…
Reasons to Give
Have you exhausted your brain trying to come up with new reasons to do something for someone? There are always reasons to do something for someone (if you need an excuse). Take advantage of these upcoming observances for the remainder of July. Some are serious and some are fun. World Population Day – 11 July…
Interviews Available at Everyday Giving Radio
I am excited to announce an additional way to learn about giving back that we have started here at Everyday Giving. We have just launched Everyday Giving Radio! You will be able to listen to interviews of people making a difference. it is my hope that by listening to these interviews, you will: support the…
Passion or Not, Life Goes On
I was reading the May/June 2006 edition of AdvantEdge Magazine tonight and found a very interesting article. It is entitled "Do You Have Passion…for Your Profession?" It discusses the need to discover your passions and then align your job with those passions. I agree with the author, William J. White. This concept isn’t limited to…
Mother’s Day Special
Mother’s Day is on May 14th. Do you have a gift in mind this year that really tells her how special she is and how much she means to you? At the Everyday Giving Bookstore we have selected three inspirational books especially for her that she will appreciate and treasure for $14.95 (list price $39.92)….