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Posted in Cause Connections on Jan 16th, 2012
Here’s a 2012 resolution we can all get behind…create jobs for Americans. If you’ve been in Starbucks recently, you’ve noticed “Indivisible” wristbands in red, white and blue. Maybe you’re even wearing one? In partnership with Opportunity Finance Network® (OFN), Starbucks’ “Create Jobs for USA” is focused on job creation in underserved communities by making capital [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Dec 12th, 2011
Can’t get to New York to do some holiday damage at Bergdorf’s? Well, take a moment – ok 4 minutes – to unleash your holiday spirit. This video will put a smile on your stressed out face, highlight some high-end seasonal “must-haves” and leave you thinking of furry, four-legged friends this season – and I [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Nov 11th, 2011
On Veterans Day, the nation pays tribute to members of the Armed Forces and their contributions to the causes of peace and freedom around the world. Say “thanks” to vets – today or any day – with a Peace Cord, a bracelet that represents a special tie to our troops. Peace Cords are hand-woven by [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Aug 30th, 2011
Hundreds of kids in Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland are headed back to school after a high achieving summer. Fran Armour shared this article about these dedicated, motivated scholars… Higher Achievement (<-click for site) is a non-profit, after-school and summer academy program that works to narrow the achievement gap for middle school youth living in at-risk communities. [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Aug 18th, 2011
Calling all online shoppers…What do you love to buy online? Books, shoes, fashion? What about boring household essentials? Here’s an easy way to buy everyday necessities and help others by doing so. Introducing year-old www.Soap.com, a website that offers one-stop shopping from a huge selection (25,000 products!) of everyday items for health, beauty, household and personal [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Jul 7th, 2011
And happy summer to our philanthropically-minded friends! Thelma is celebrating her first anniversary on July 7. As a summer salute, we’re recognizing a few organizations that we learned about through our readers. Click on the 2011 Reader Picks tab (top of the page) for featured picks that celebrate the spirit of independence for women, teens and children – [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Apr 13th, 2011
Thelma is thinking Spring and taking a short break in April. In the meantime, celebrate National Volunteer Week, which began on Sunday, April 10 – resources and info at www.nationalvolunteerweek.org. And, be sure to browse the ThelmaSays archive of nearly 40 articles to find a few you may have missed this year! You’ll find great [...]
Posted in Arts & Culture, Cause Connections on Mar 15th, 2011
2 Ways to Celebrate Service this Month Friday, 18 March is Red Nose Day in the UK. Haven’t you heard? The whole country gets together to “do something funny for money” and change countless lives in the process. Organized by Comic Relief, a UK-based charity which strives to create a world free from poverty and [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Mar 1st, 2011
Looking for a fun way to promote your cause? Give a personalized “thank you” to volunteers or donors? Consider CharityCharms, a 7 year old philanthropy-focused jewelry business. CharityCharms brings artistic appeal to awareness and cause marketing. Products include GivingBands, earth-friendly silicone bands with recycled lead free pewter charms, all assembled by adults with disabilities, to [...]
Posted in Cause Connections on Jan 9th, 2011
January 17 marks the 25th anniversary of the Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday which has come to symbolize community engagement and volunteer service. Below find Thelma’s short-list of Search Engines and sites that catalog volunteer opportunities