Seven adults and six youths were named the 2006 inductees to the Hall of Fame for Caring Americans by the Caring Institute. You will probably recognize some of the names. The accomplishments of those chosen will certainly inspire you. If you don’t believe kids can make a difference, think again. Some of the award winners…
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October is Family Portrait Month and Photographers are Joining Together to Support Operation Smile
The month of October is National Portrait Month. Photographers from across the United States have joined together with the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Charities to make a difference in children’s lives. They are conducting a fund-raising effort to support Operation Smile. Participating photographers have pledged to contribute a portion of each October family portrait…
The Holiday Season is Almost Here
I couldn’t believe it. I was doing some shopping this past weekend and discovered that many of the stores are already putting Christmas items on their shelves! The traditional holiday season is just around the corner. Have you considered who you are going to give to this season? Have you considered what you are going…
Bid on Immortality for Charity
Have you experienced the SCI FI Channel reality television show called Who Wants to be a Superhero? Several people compete against each other to determine who has the best superhero persona. What prize could possibly be worth getting into a superhero costume and compete against others in tights on national television? The prize is to…
Secret to Purchasing Restaurant Gift Certificates at a Significant Discount
Giving gift certificates for a meal at a great restaurant is a great way to thank or encourage someone. There are people that do things for us everyday. Why not thank them in this unique way? There are also people that each of us know that could use something to build their enthusiasm. Why not…
Give Back to Kids Going Back to School
Vacations, late nights, sleeping in, and hours of playing video games each day are about to end for many children. These events will soon be replaced with meeting new and old friends, a daily schedule, sports and homework. It happens every year for many kids when school starts. Some children look forward to the new…
Charity Donations Have Entered the Housing Market
When you are searching for a new home, what are some of the things you consider in deciding which house to buy? location size of house and property condition appeal of house design A couple in Lansing, Michigan hopes that another factor will be added to the list. They are promising to donate a portion…
Fundraising Is Alive in the Virtual World
I am not totally clueless about the virtual worlds that real people from around the world participate in. My son has fun playing in these worlds. Runescape is one that comes to mind that he and several of his friends spend time in. However, I am amazed and excited that fundraising for charities has become…
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…
Get Creative to Raise Money for Charity
Many charities sponsor events to raise funding for their cause. Does this mean that you are limited to those events for raising funding for your favorite charity? You shouldn’t be! Raise funds in a creative way. Charities tend to organize similar events at the same time of the year. Because of that, they are competing…