That’s exactly what Carlo Garcia (Twitter, Tumblr) has been doing for the last year and counting. This year, he basically picked one nonprofit organization a day, researched and wrote about it, and then donated usually $5 or $10. The organizations could (and did!) then use Carlo’s giving to get others on board, and readers of… Continue reading Imagine giving a little something everyday….
Tag: philanthropy
Why Giving Back Makes Cents*
I wrote this for the Back to the Hill blog for Tufts University. But, the thoughts can apply across the private university spectrum. Incoming call. 617-627-5000. Wait! Don’t groan yet! Yes, it might be a robotic sophomore calling to ask for money for Tufts, but give her a chance! Yes, you’re still paying back student loans and trying to… Continue reading Why Giving Back Makes Cents*
I was interviewed about university giving and young alumni engagement.
I was interviewed about university giving and young alumni engagement.
Want to go? I’m on the host committee and promise a fun and inspiring time for all. Plus, you’ll love learning about LIFT, which is an anti-poverty social services providing non-profit that actually makes a difference. Happy to discuss more if you’re interested!
WANTED
WANTED: a skills trade. I would like someone who can come over to my apartment and help me organize my room so that I have an easier time staying organized and so that everything has a place. I will trade resume/interview skills or grantwriting lessons or event hosting 101 or dinner or whatever else you… Continue reading WANTED
Beautiful bag that was gifted to me and made by the Shining Hope for Communities Women Empowerment Project from the Kibera slum in Nairobi, Kenya. Wearing it is a reminder of the strength and beauty that women worldwide possess and put to good use, but also the devastating climate that forces women to come together… Continue reading
Awesome, free event that I can’t go to. But you should!
Fantastic panel discussing pro bono work, CSR, and economics.Awesome, free event that I can't go to. But you should!
Just got this awesome card: “Go into the world and do well. But more importantly, go into the world and DO GOOD!” - minor myers jr Speaks so true to my beliefs… Thank you! (via livingphilanthropic)
SeamlessWeb does it again.
@SeamlessWeb never fails to impress me with their do-good initiatives. It’s amazing how easy it is for companies to help out in their own way at quite little cost, and drive business at the same time. I did my once-a-week lunch order today because I knew money would go to to the UNICEF Tap Project… Continue reading SeamlessWeb does it again.
Brackets with Benefits
Do something extra awesome for March Madness this year! Donate $10 to fill out a bracket; top 16 get great prizes, winner picks the Citizen Effect cause. The Case Foundation, along with Edelman and other partners, are key sponsors. Brackets with Benefits
Jen Bokoff 
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