Posts tagged: charity
FREEFROOT: Too Good to be True, But It Is True
By ModHomeEcTeacher
Shop, Win, Donate. Freefroot has put together a mission statement that will knock your do gooder socks off. They make shopping for global deals, winning fantastic giveaways, and donating to worthy charities as easy as a click. That's not all. » READ MORE
Furniture Recycling: What Goes Around...
By ModHomeEcTeacher 
Still oozing with holiday generosity? Clean up and declutter your space, load up unused and unwanted furniture and accessories and.. » READ MORE
'Tis the season
By CyFreeI know times are hard, and we're all struggling in this economy, but it is always possible to scrape or set something aside to help those (so many this year!) less fortunate and donate to some trustworthy charity.
My pick, every holiday, is Toy for Tots. I was fortunate enough to have had always wonderful Christmas memories. My folks always managed to put something under the tree for all the kids.
Give Gifts That Give Back.
By ChrisjobYou can show your friends and family you care AND bring all of creation tiding and joy. CNN (or Oprah...it's not really clear) has assembled a collection of retailers offering Christmas gift ideas, the proceeds of which go to charity.
Shop for change.
One-stop shop
WorldofGood.com
Not just a pretty package
PangeaOrganics.com
Buy a gift, fund a business
GlobalGoodsPartners.org, BuildaNest.com
For pets
HoorayfortheUnderdog.com
For an » READ MORE
Supercrafter to the Rescue!
By DIY Maven
Did you know that there’s an organization that collects hand-made afghans for Afghans? Or that the Animals Asia Foundation recently put out a call for hand-knit mittens for bears?? These are just two of the groups that Diane at CraftStylish mentions in her article today in which she extols the benefits of ‘Using Your Crafty Powers for Good.’ She also provides links for where we can find charities closer to home that would greatly appreciate » READ MORE
Donate your renovation leftovers to Habitat for Humanity.
By DIY Maven
Habitat for Humanity’s ReStores are actually retail stores where you can find building materials for a fraction of the cost (like 90% off) of regular prices. This is great news for people looking for a deal in our tight economy, but it’s also a great way to give back to our communities as their proceeds help fund Habitat houses. Restores also accept donations like old sinks, cabinets, counter tops and other renovation leftovers from not only bu » READ MORE
Help! Need an Emergency Halloween Craft!
By ChrisjobFriends,
I just recieved a special request to take a group of teenagers to do a service project at our local YWCA Family Center: a housing facility for families who are temporarily in need of a home. We were asked to provide activities for the children of the families for an hour and half tomorrow afternoon.
Though the Family Center has an excellent playground (a dragon made of recycled tires, and a pirate ship!), the weather is unpredictable, so I » READ MORE
