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Volunteering Down Town

When I went to a concert a few years ago downtown, I realized that it was right next to a very popular homeless shelter. I knew that I couldn't pass the shelter in good conscience without doing something to help them, so I headed in to see what I could do to help others in my community. I was amazed with how genuine and kind the people were and how lovely the staff that already worked there was. This blog is all about choosing to serve people that you live near and how to make a bigger difference in each of their lives.

How To Do Better For The Earth And Its People With Your Furniture Purchase

Posted on 27 January 2020

You might not think of purchasing furniture as a humanitarian activity. And in most cases, it is not. However, if you approach the purchase in the right way, you can make it better for the planet and for the people who dwell on this planet. With that in mind, here are some tips for choosing more eco-friendly and human-friendly furniture. Buy from a local shop. Instead of buying from a huge, multi-national furniture store, consider buying from a smaller local store. [Read More]

About 5K Charity Runs

Posted on 6 March 2017

Many non profit organizations host charity runs for their cause. The point of holding a run is to gather donations for your cause and to show everyone that many people will come and support a good cause. A small fee is usually charged for charity runs, or if not, donations are encouraged in one or more places along the run.  For example, if there was an organization dedicated to helping people with cancer, they might hold a run for that cause and charge a few dollars per person who came to run. [Read More]

How To Pick The Right Charity To Donate Your Car To

Posted on 23 June 2016

If you have a used vehicle that you no longer want, then you can make a difference in your community and give your car to a charitable organization. Before you sign your car over though, you should choose the right charity. There are a few things you will want to consider before picking a charity. Keep reading the learn about a few considerations. Consider How The Car Will Be Used [Read More]

4 Practical Ways To Help The Homeless In Your City

Posted on 22 June 2016

Is it illegal to feed the homeless in your city? You may want to check – as of 2015, more than 70 cities across the U.S. had passed or tried to pass laws banning or restricting efforts to feed the homeless. However, that doesn't mean that you can't find ways to help the homeless in your local area if you want to. If you're looking for practical ways that you can help people living on the street in your city, take a look at some simple things you can do to make a difference. [Read More]