Americans are some of the most charitable people in the world. In 2015, Americans donated a record amount: $373 billion. This post looks at five of the largest charities in America and the work that each organization does to benefit the world. United Way The United...
Since 1992, Make A Difference Day has taken place each year on the fourth Saturday of October. This year it takes place on October 22. Make A Difference Day is one of the largest days of service that occur in the US. The Make A Difference Day website features...
A lot of has been written about the healing power of music, and nearly everyone has a story about a time that music has helped them feel better. Not only does music help heal—it also serves as an outlet for creativity and enjoyment. This post looks at two New York...
If you have ever lived in a large city, it’s likely that you have encountered homeless people on a daily basis. In New York City alone there are over 60,000 homeless people (Basic Facts). Unfortunately, homelessness cannot be solved just by giving change to a person...
In 2010 Warren Buffett and Bill Gates created the Giving Pledge. The campaign encourages wealthy individuals to donate the majority of their wealth to philanthropic causes either during their lifetime or after they die. This post will highlight four individuals who...
In a city as large as New York, it’s difficult to know where to start with volunteering. This post will highlight some of NYC’s best charities and volunteer resources so that you can spend less time searching for the right organization and more time on what...