Thousands of disasters occur every year. Each time one strikes, the victims of the event needs our help. What can you do if you are miles away? There are several things you can do.
Choose To Be A Volunteer
One of the oldest adages known to mankind is from both the Golden Rule and the Christian Bible: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” “It is better to give than receive.”
In today’s society, those sentiments all too often get shoved aside to pave the way for personal ambition, financial success, instant gratification, and other very self rewarding behaviors we’ve learned. It’s all dog-eat-dog and “me first.”
However, humanity hasn’t really changed that mu…
Donating A Used Vehicle To A Charity
If you are interested in making charitable donations and claiming then on your tax return then you should consider donating a used vehicle to a charity. This will allow you to claim a deduction on your tax returns. However, there are some rules you will need to follow and some safeguards you should keep in mind.
The first thing you should do is check to see if the organization you plan on donating the vehicle to is qualified. This is actually very easy to do and all you ne…
Questions to Ask Before Volunteering – Obligation
Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things you will do. Volunteering will also be a frustrating experience if you do not consider the answers to a few questions before you commit your time and energy. One of those questions is “Do you know what your true obligation will be?”
How to Make More Time for Giving
Are you so busy that there seems to be no time at the end of the day to give to others? It might be the result of not knowing your life purpose.
How Much Time is Worth Volunteering?
Do you feel like the time you have to contribute to a worthy cause won’t make a difference? This short exercise will show a small amount of time can have a positive influence on someone who needs it.
18 Reasons to Volunteer Your Time
There are many reasons to be a volunteer. This article lists eighteen of them.
The Dreams for Kids Team will Race Across America-but not on Sunday
The Race Across America(RAAM) is the most grueling event in the world.
A four man team will race, non-stop, to raise doantions for the Non-Profit children’s charity, Dreams for Kids, dedicated to improving the lives of kids with disabilites.
The race begins on June 13 in California and must be completed in New Jersey in less than 9 days.
The Dreams fro Kids Team is the only team that will not race on Sunday for religious reasons.