For most people, work and charity are distinctly separate parts of life—but it doesn’t have to be that way.By integrating charitable giving into your place of business, you can build a productive workplace where employees are inspired to give, both t...

You want to make a difference by helping those less fortunate than yourself—but what can you do when your bank account balance is balking?It’s easy to help your favorite charity while staying within budget. Instead of simply writing another check, tr...

No matter how many items I check off my list, undoubtedly, the list continues to grow. I’m always running out of time, so offering my time feels downright daunting. But with a little creativity and research, I’m finding that it is possible to give ...

If you’re interested in seeing what your donation is really doing in a developing country, philanthropic travel can be a wonderful way to gain insight into the world of international nonprofits. Unlike the volunteer vacation, in which travelers typically r...

While some charities are extremely open about their religious or political agendas, others may be more subtle about their mission. If you want to know whether or not a nonprofit group will support your ideals, it’s worth doing some research to learn more a...

A charitable trust or foundation is typically established by a wealthy individual, family, or corporation. Sometimes the trust is established during the donor’s lifetime, while in other cases it is created upon the event of the donor’s death. The fou...

If you want to help an organization, there’s no need to leave the comfort of your house—depending on what your skills and interests are, you’ll find a large number of ways to get involved in volunteering with a philanthropic group over the Inte...

Most kids love toys, video games, and Hannah Montana—and while they might know every Miley Cyrus song by heart, they wouldn’t have a clue what the term “philanthropy” means, much less volunteer to give up their own possessions for the sak...

                         Some of us get discouraged when we think about how little our modest $25 or $50 contributions can really do for organizations with serious prob...

When someone you love passes away, it can be intensely difficult to deal with the loss, especially around meaningful times like birthdays and holidays. But making a charitable gift in memoriam can be the perfect way to honor your loved one’s legacy.“...