Help Feed Starving Children
It seems surreal to me that with today’s sophistication, people are dying of starvation. We’ve sent a rover to Mars, mapped the human genome and can send information across the world almost instantaneously. Yet, we can’t seem to make sure that a newborn in Somalia is getting enough food or clean water. Continue reading
Save the Amazon Rainforest – Eat More Brazil Nuts!
Protecting the Amazon Rainforest is as easy as eating more Brazil nuts. Of course most of us know new that, right? “Brazil nuts are the most profitable non-timber forest product in the southwestern Amazon…”. If Brazil nuts aren’t your thing, try planting some trees. I have read varying statistics but, it would seem that the average American emits somewhere between 20 – 26 tons of carbon dioxide annually. By planting trees, we can offset a great deal of those emissions. Continue reading
Empowering People with Developmental Disabilities: Two Noteworthy Charities
As our knowledge about developmental disorders expands, we are realizing the need for customized services that are geared toward both the individual and the family. One of the core components of the Ann Storck Center is “creativity not bound by disability”. Continue reading
Vizcaya: an American Villa and Historical Miami Museum
Vizcaya, the winter home of American Industrialist James Deering, is royal European elegance of days gone by. The warm weather, tropical beaches and salty air creates a hostile environment for this rare American villa. Join the effort to save this historical Miami museum. Continue reading
New York Museums: American Museum of Natural History, Ideas for Fundraising
The American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) has a bit of something for absolutely everyone, including the kids. Add to the fact that the AMNH is a New York Museum – fuhgeddaboudit! Did you know fish cough? Me either! We have ideas for fundraising that will benefit New York Museums like the AMNH. Continue reading
Everglades Park: Saving Florida Animals
Many Florida animals are becoming endangered. Everglades Park, home to over 67 such species, is threatened by encroaching civilization, toxic runoff and drainage resulting from an extensive canal system. Saving Florida animals, their habitat and ultimately our own is top priority for two remarkable organizations. I’ll also show you how to support their efforts, even if you are unable to donate. Continue reading
Special Athletes and Games for Good
Sports and recreation are important for teaching children about good sportsmanship, team work and physical fitness. But some charities have taken it a step further. They’re using games for the good of some very special athletes. We’ve highlighted a two such organizations here. Continue reading
Shark Program on Discovery: Sharks Endangered – Save a Shark’s Life
…we all understand that to save sharks, it will require a lot of research, time and money. I’m guessing since you’re reading this article, you care about these majestic sea creatures with a bad reputation. There are many places to get information on everything from how to save sharks, which sharks are endangered and some fun bits of trivia. There are even shark games to help the little ones learn! Continue reading
Small Dog Rescue – Beagle Adoption
They’re cute, sweet, smart and portable. These little guys need new homes and would make great dogs to adopt. You can help small dog rescue organizations or hundreds of other deserving charities for free by using Homepage Heroes. Continue reading
Good Wine for Good Donations
As ideas for fundraising go, this one is winer! Wait, I mean winner. Vintners, all with a desire to be charitable, offer an impressive array of artisan wines. You can designate the charity you wish to benefit or, if you do not see your favorite charity listed, enter the organization’s information Continue reading
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