Are you trying to cultivate a greater commitment to charity and generosity in the New Year? Me too. Here are ten ways you can get off on the right foot in January. 10) Call now to volunteer. Everyone wants to volunteer over the holidays–me included. But what about January when it’s cold, and snowy, and […]
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It seems appropriate, for my final post here in 2012, to look back at the year that was and pick some of my most favorite feel-good moments. After all, feel-good moments are what makes this community tick, right? Social media helped a good intention spread like wildfire, and in the end, people benefited in wonderful,
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The other day I read something on my Facebook wall from a friend who is a television reporter in Nebraska. His station was doing stories related to the school shooting in Newtown, CT, and how people are reaching to help out. In his comment, he noted that they had spoken to one woman who had
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We’re taking the day off here at the IG Blog to wish you, your family, and loved ones a very Merry Christmas! Be safe, be joyous, and be thankful. Speaking of being thankful, here’s a fun video from the Mightycause Team thanking YOU for being great supporters and making amazing changed in our communities this
“If aliens landed on earth, they’d think homelessness was only a problem between November 1st and the end of December,” says Brian Carome, executive director of Street Sense in DC. His observation is not without humor, but it’s laced with deep frustration. I ask why homelessness isn’t covered more often by the media given the
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Is it possible to take a simple 19th century concept and bring it into the 21st century, while retaining it’s original charm? The Salvation Army is having quite a bit of success in doing just that with their online Red Kettle Campaign and other digital efforts. While we normally associate the Red Kettle with street
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Editor’s Note: Brittany Richards from Software Advice reached out to me about guest posting on IG. She is the editorial coordinator for her team, and in this post, she outlines tips for nonprofits to capitalize on the giving spirit of the holidays. Check out a similar piece by Ashley Halligan. ‘Tis the season to be
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After living through such horror, there is beauty to be found in Newtown, CT. The community’s children and families are receiving consolation and love to help them heal with a visit from a five pups called the K-9 Comfort Dogs. Tim Hetzner is the president of the Lutheran Church Charities, an organization based out of
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If a picture says 1,000 words, video says a million. And with today’s video technology and online technology, video is a lot easier to produce and more affordable than it used to be even just five years ago. But why say thanks? First of all, it’s the right thing to do. You wouldn’t be where
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The tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary last Friday has dampened our holiday spirits. But a week from today Christmas will still arrive and we need to do our best to be of good cheer, especially for our children. Before last Friday, these four cause promotions made me laugh, gave me hope, and warmed me with
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