Category - Poverty

 

5 minutes of caring Back Page News by Sam Davidson, January 6 (1 comment) Here are the Top 10 Underreported Stories of 2008. Does Change Begin With You? by Sam Davidson, January 5 The Case Foundation thinks so. Birthday Wishes by Sam Davidson, December 30 Make a wish...for a nonprofit. Give the Gift of Giving by Sam Davidson, December 16 (1 comment) You can make sure your recipient gives something away. Last Minute Donating by Sam Davidson, December 15 How to give. Twice. Did You See That? by Sam Davidson, December 10 Here’s what you and all the cool people looked at this year. The World Has AIDS by Sam Davidson, December 1 (2 comments) What do you know about World AIDS Day? Jack of All Trades by Sam Davidson, November 6 (2 comments) Swap things – anything – with friends. Trick or Phone by Sam Davidson, October 30 Don't ask for candy – ask for a donation. World Food Day by Sam Davidson, October 16 Focus today on year-round action. Blog Action Day by Sam Davidson, October 15 (5 comments) Join millions who are talking about poverty. Swap MeetUp by Sam Davidson, October 1 (4 comments) Save money and reduce consumption by swapping clothes. But What About After This Weekend? by Sam Davidson, September 26 (1 comment) There's a lot more that ServiceNation can help you do. About This Weekend... by Sam Davidson, September 25 Looking to plug in this weekend? Check out ServiceNation. The Dollar Menu by Sam Davidson, September 22 (1 comment) Feed someone with a dollar. Better Buy by Sam Davidson, September 17 What's the better option when shopping? Pencils, Glue, and Khakis by Sam Davidson, September 3 (1 comment) Just like school supplies, school clothes are also in need. Where Are You Registered? by Sam Davidson, August 14 Want something for someone else. New Kid in Town by Sam Davidson, August 12 Got a problem? Look for a new solution. Trapped in the Closet by Sam Davidson, August 7 (1 comment) Use the start of a new school year to get rid of unworn clothes. 2-for-1 for Good by Sam Davidson, July 29 (2 comments) Use that coupon to furnish a food bank. Reckless Abandon by Sam Davidson, July 24 Throw caution to the wind and really care. Tanks for That by Sam Davidson, July 15 Help a nonprofit get people where they need to go. Storm Something by Sam Davidson, July 14 Rally your friends and bring about some change. Behind the Scenes by Sam Davidson, July 8 Understand what businesses are doing to make the world a better place. Not All Are Free by Sam Davidson, July 4 (1 comment) Celebrate Independence Day by helping someone gain their freedom. I Want to Help Africa by Sam Davidson, May 8 (2 comments) Do you really? World AIDS Orphans Day by Sam Davidson, May 7 Your voice is their future. Do It For Free by Sam Davidson, May 2 (2 comments) It's National Volunteer Week. Bring Light by Sam Davidson, April 18 Fund something important. Does Size Matter? by Sam Davidson, April 17 Maybe not in the nonprofit world. Stimulate Something Else by Sam Davidson, April 16 Here’s where you can stick that stimulus check. Refund the Refund by Sam Davidson, April 15 Give away what you got given. Double Up by Sam Davidson, April 14 (1 comment) On the groceries, that is. The Tax Man Cometh by Sam Davidson, April 10 (1 comment) The ides of April is upon us. The Fairest of Them All by Sam Davidson, March 25 (2 comments) Check the label and reach for fair trade. What's Your Water Footprint? by Sam Davidson, March 21 Exactly how much water are you using? Tweak Your Toilet by Sam Davidson, March 20 (2 comments) Some quick tweaks will have you saving buckets. You're In the Money by Sam Davidson, March 4 (2 comments) Where do you stack up on a global level? Sock It To Me by Sam Davidson, March 3 (6 comments) What to do with those old socks? Leap for Change by Sam Davidson, February 29 How will you use an extra day? End Homelessness by Sam Davidson, February 13 Can we really end homelessness in 5 minutes a day? Tents of Hope by Sam Davidson, January 25 Raise a tent and raise awareness about Darfur. Year in Review: Our Picks by Sam Davidson, December 28 It's time to talk about what we like. I Must Have Missed It by Sam Davidson, December 27 (2 comments) Here are the most underreported stories of 2007. Give Fairly by Sam Davidson, December 17 (1 comment) Fair trade gifts make more than the recipient happy. Year in Review: Most Commented by Sam Davidson, December 14 It's time to talk about what you talked about. Buy and Give Handmade by Sam Davidson, December 10 (1 comment) Give twice by giving handmade. Volunteer: International Edition by Sam Davidson, December 5 Join folks around the world today and help out. The GiveCard by Sam Davidson, December 3 Use the GiveCard to give a different kind of gift card. Dark for Darfur by Sam Davidson, November 27 Turn off the holiday lights and send a donation to help people in Darfur. Generous Surfing by Sam Davidson, November 26 In search of online deals today? How about online giving? The Real Deal Meal by Sam Davidson, November 21 (2 comments) See how everyone else in the world eats. Give Better by Sam Davidson, November 19 (3 comments) You have choices when you give to others. Trimmin's and Fixin's by Sam Davidson, November 16 (1 comment) Loosen your belt. Like Words for Rice by Sam Davidson, October 25 (6 comments) Play a game and feed people. Treat, Party of 4 by Sam Davidson, October 22 Eat out with purpose. Life is Fair by Sam Davidson, October 12 (2 comments) Purchasing decisions make a difference. When Is Enough Enough? by Sam Davidson, September 24 What a difference a definition can make. Pantry Raid by Sam Davidson, September 4 (1 comment) Eat what you got. Tick Tock by Sam Davidson, August 7 (3 comments) A lot more than minutes are adding up. Adopt A Minefield by Leigh Piper, August 6 You can help in the global landmine crisis. Just Some Crayons by Sam Davidson, July 26 Help kids color a bright day. Play Pumps by Leigh Piper, July 16 (1 comment) Water can be fun. Shake It Up, Baby by Sam Davidson, July 12 Change up your day-to-day routine. Drop It Like It's Hot by Sam Davidson, July 10 Or really cold. Cheapskate by Leigh Piper, July 5 (1 comment) Save money and spread the wealth. Hooked on Books by Sam Davidson, June 25 And Fox in Socks. Sit Down, Trade Up, Help Out by Sam Davidson, June 13 Goodwill and OfficeMax team up to reuse old chairs. Darn Roots by Sam Davidson, June 11 Getting to the root of the problem is the best solution. A Box of Shoeboxes by Sam Davidson, June 8 (1 comment) Ship your shoes via Soles4Souls. Hunger Awareness Day by Sam Davidson, June 5 Spend a day hungry. Spare a Dime by Sam Davidson, June 4 Stop the cycle of poverty before it starts. Bake Free by Sam Davidson, May 30 Turn some cookie dough into some smiles. FreePledge by Sam Davidson, May 10 For Mothers' Day, make a difference by making a FreePledge. What Giving Smells Like by Sam Davidson, May 9 This gift will make your mom smell and feel good. Give Her the World by Sam Davidson, May 8 The gift goes to someone else, but your mom still gets the warm fuzzies. Care Package for Mom by Sam Davidson, May 7 Make mom proud by giving to others. Foster Care Month by Sam Davidson, May 1 (1 comment) You don't have to adopt to make a difference. Global Days for Darfur by Sam Davidson, April 27 Do something meaningful. Malaria No More by Stephen Moseley, April 25 Today is Malaria Awareness Day. Community Gardens by Sam Davidson, April 13 Don't garden in isolation. Plant a Row by Sam Davidson, April 11 One row of your garden can help millions fight hunger. Form an Opinion by Sam Davidson, March 30 (2 comments) Believing in something isn't a bad thing. World TB Day by Sam Davidson, March 23 It infects 1/3 of the world's population. World Water Day by Sam Davidson, March 22 (1 comment) Today, think of those whose necessity is your luxury. Tree Nation by Sam Davidson, March 20 Watch your tree grow hand-in-hand with possibility in Africa. Give Vision by Sam Davidson, March 19 Those old glasses that no longer work for you might be a perfect fit for someone else. Just a Dollar by Sam Davidson, February 21 What can 100 pennies really do? The Mocha Club by Sam Davidson, February 15 Giving up two mochas has never meant so much. Eat It All by Sam Davidson, February 13 Clear your plate, for earth's sake. Travel Size by Sam Davidson, February 9 Those small bottles of shampoo can be used in more places than hotel rooms. Keep Someone Warm by Sam Davidson, February 7 Add a few dollars to your bill to heat someone's house. All That Tax by Sam Davidson, February 5 The skinny on what's taxed where. TOMS Shoes by Sam Davidson, January 31 Put shoes on your feet and someone else's. Dig a Well by Sam Davidson, January 29 (1 comment) Until you have clean water, not much else matters. Get a Newsletter by Sam Davidson, January 17 What's one more email? Lantern Projects by Sam Davidson, January 10 Stretch your dollars as far as possible. Poverty 411 by Sam Davidson, January 2 Educate yourself about poverty so that we can end it. New Day's Resolution by Sam Davidson, January 1 Giving Groups by Sam Davidson, December 27 Make friends and influence people. Cook Twice by Sam Davidson, December 22 Give the surprise gift of food this Christmas. Toast to Awareness by Sam Davidson, December 18 Tell those you love what you care about. How To Give by Sam Davidson, December 14 Giving can be easy AND meaningful. Donate Your Stuff by Sam Davidson, December 8 Don't just toss it or box it – give it to someone in need. Give Without Getting Up by Stephen Moseley, December 6 (1 comment) It's never been easier to help others. Dump Your Change by Sam Davidson, December 4 Those pennies add up. Buy Nothing Day by Sam Davidson, November 24 Participate by not participating. Give Gloves by Sam Davidson, November 22 Lend a hand. Literally. Nothing But Nets by Sam Davidson, November 21 (2 comments) How do you save a continent? One bed at a time. Want Differently by Sam Davidson, November 20 Flip your wish list and want on behalf of someone else. Homeless Awareness Week by Sam Davidson, November 13 (1 comment) November 12-18 is National Homeless Awareness Week. Workplace Giving by Sam Davidson, November 3 Make work fun by having a social impact. One Dollar Water by Sam Davidson, October 25 $1 provides one year of clean water for an African. Skip the Soda by Sam Davidson, October 23 Save calories and donate your quarters. Feed Someone by Indie Davis, October 20 You can be incredibly lazy and still feed a homeless person. Stand Against Poverty by Sam Davidson, October 16 (1 comment) Stand up and declare that 24,000 people dying every day from hunger is unacceptable. Give Meat by Sam Davidson, October 9 Whether you’re a carnivore or herbivore, your donation is appreciated. Smell the Difference by Sam Davidson, September 28 Now it’s possible to look good AND feel good. Stop Human Trafficking by Sam Davidson, September 27 (1 comment) An estimated 27 million people around the world are enslaved right now--more than at any time in human history. 180 Seconds of Reality by Sam Davidson, September 26 The truth is shocking sometimes, especially if you can watch it. Party for a Cause by Sam Davidson, September 25 Think you’re ready to really revolutionize things? Then have a party. Buy Two by Sam Davidson, September 4 The next time you're at the grocery store, buy an extra of each non-perishable food item on your list. Healthcare for the Homeless by Sam Davidson, August 28 It's controversial and complicated, but let's talk about it: healthcare. Fill a Backpack by Sam Davidson, August 17 School starts soon (maybe not for you, but for millions of children and teens everywhere). Shed Your Coat by Sam Davidson, August 9 It’s August. Go to your coat closet.

more time on your hands The COOL Guide to Holiday Shopping – Nonprofit Donations by Sam Davidson, December 17 If you're looking to give a different kind of gift this year, don't go spelunking after the latest digital gadget. Instead, make a donation to a nonprofit. To help you do this, we've developed our first ever giving guide, showcasing what nonprofits can do with your small (or large) gift. Tour a Nonprofit by Sam Davidson, September 26 There are probably lots of nonprofits near you. I'm sure you could even rattle off the names of several, whether you learned of them by volunteering, seeing them on a billboard or commercial, or even found them on this Web site. But are you really aware of what they do? Becoming Vegetarian: World Hunger and Scarcity of Food by Jessica Banti, August 1 In Jessica Banti's third installment of why she became a vegetarian, she shares how our food choices have an impact on those half a world away. She also details the health benefits of a vegetarian diet. World AIDS Orphans Day by Sam Davidson, May 2 Wednesday, May 7, is World AIDS Orphans Day. Since this reality affects over 25 million kids, it's a big task. But don't get overwhelmed. We've got a list of detailed and simple actions that you and your friends can take to begin to save the world for the most vulnerable among us. One Letter at a Time by Laura Seay, February 15 What can one person do to effect structural change? More than you might imagine. Consider being part of Bread for the World's 2008 Offering of Letters, and make a difference for billions of people who live in poverty worldwide. New Day Revolution Excerpt: Chapter 11 by Sam Davidson, November 30 This time of year, many of us become devout adherents to the great American religion called consumerism. We spend time and money like no other time of year as we shop for those we love and those we feel obligated to buy for. We also make our wish lists asking others to pick the right present for us to eagerly unwrap. But what if we used this collective attention to focus on larger problems? What if we directed our energy and money this time of year towards greater social ills and problems? New Day Revolution Excerpt: Chapter 7 by Sam Davidson, November 23 Now that Thanksgiving is nothing more than leftovers, you’ll be “encouraged” to spend money like it’s going out of style. The winter holiday season is in full swing, and shopping seems to be some sort of national tradition. But, if we’re honest, we know that shopping and consumption aren’t things we do only during December. This is why we dedicate an entire chapter in our new book to the activity of buying and selling. Here is a sneak peak at our recommendations for how you can save the world while shopping. A Revolution of Love by John Shults, June 22 REVO is an expression and movement of love. It's a movement that seeks to inspire a generation to act for social justice. It's a movement that led me to believe and exist in love - to exist in a community of people seeking to inspire change and hope for an otherwise lacking continent. Rethinking the Offering by Sam Davidson, June 1 The words 'tithe' and 'offering' strike fear in the hearts (and wallets) of the religious and nonreligious alike. But when my faith community rethought what it meant to give, a local nonprofit benefited from the generosity of some churchfolk. Don't Buy a Thing by Jody Stickle, May 18 On January 1st of this year, I decided that I would stop buying new things. I decided I would only purchase food and items of health and safety, but otherwise, I would not be buying new things. Instead, I would buy used items or borrow what I needed. Get on "Board" by Ken Hatchett, March 9 From day one, for me, Children Are People, Inc. became an organization to which I chose to attach my heart and time. I grew up in a small rural southern town and know first hand the importance of developing a strong work ethic as well as having principled role models to assist you through life. Help the Homeless by Kevin Barbieux, March 2 (3 comments) Cool people care, and caring people pay attention to what's going on in the world around them. And they make decisions based on serious considerations of the consequences of their actions - well, most of the time, anyway. New Day's Resolution: Help the Poor by Lynnette Davidson, February 9 (1 comment) Believe it or not, but a dollar a day can literally save the life of someone half a world away. Just by passing on that latte or music download, you can make an impact in someone's life you may never meet. New Day's Resolution: Get a Hobby by Wanda Mascarenas, February 2 The new year is a perfect time to try out a new hobby. While there is no shortage of things to spend your spare time on, everyone benefits when you use your hobby (new or old) for a good cause. New Day's Resolution: Volunteer More by Kyle Matthews, January 26 If one of your resolutions this year is to volunteer more (or for the first time), no doubt your local community is full of opportunities to give back. Lending a hand once a week or once a month will go a long way towards making a difference in your city. New Day's Resolution: Get Organized by Sam Davidson, January 5 (1 comment) We all say we want to clear the clutter and get more organized. Often this motivation results in higher sales for people who sell trendy gadgets or write books with clever titles. However, getting organized can be as simple as cleaning out our closet with the motivation of giving to others in need. Intentionally Serving the Poor by Jeff Morrison, December 29 Using your unique talent to serve others is a rewarding experience. And it's something only YOU can do. So get out there and do what you do best - for others. I Made Christmas Not My Birthday by Luanne Davidson, December 22 By trying my best to take the "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday" Challenge, I rediscovered the true meaning of the holiday season. By taking small steps to offset my spending and greediness, I gave to those in need, helped others, and changed my small part of the world. Socially Aware Shopping by Lynnette Davidson, December 15 (2 comments) Ten Thousand Villages is one of the largest fair trade organizations in North America. Working with more than 100 artisan groups, Ten Thousand Villages purchases fine pieces from craftspeople with whom it has longstanding, nurturing relationships, helping to bring dignity to their lives. At the store you'll find everything from folk art and home décor, ceramics, textiles, baskets, jewelry and musical instruments. Giving That Means Something by Aron Michalski, December 8 Last year, right around this time, my mother asked me what I wanted for Christmas. I danced around the question, as she did when I asked her the same. Then she admitted she'd already bought a goat in my name. And then I admitted I had bought a share of a water buffalo in her name. So instead of another sweater, my mother helped provide a family in Thailand with a draft animal to till their fields. And instead of another tie to hang in my closet, I helped provide milk to a malnourished family in Cambodia. Boxing Day by Stephen Moseley, November 3 An hour at Feed the Children will take you to the far reaches of the globe. Even something as simple as folding and taping boxes will have a global impact as you become part of an integral chain that provides food and supplies for some of the neediest people in the world. Get Involved in Local Politics by Betsy Neely, October 6 (1 comment) By helping campaign for the upcoming election, you may learn more about people, life and your local community than you will about politics. Two hours at a local fair usually does this to you.