charities

The Takeaway: Boomer Volunteers Needed

Posted on 04/25/2012 by | Brooklyn, NY | Comments

News RoundupsAs more boomers transition from full-time employment to “retirement”—whatever that may mean these days—charities see an opportunity to capitalize on some of their newfound free time.

It’s the Donor’s Money

Posted on 02/6/2012 by | Philanthropy & Fundraising | Comments

Money & Savings | Your LifeHave you ever noticed that when you buy a tube of toothpaste from the grocery store, that you never think the money you spend still belongs to you? Fact: you exchanged the money for the toothpaste. Toothpaste belongs to you and the money belongs to the store you bought it from. Quid pro quo, tit for tat, or as some say, “We’re square.” Not so with donations! After 23 years in fundraising, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve …

Should we Celebrate Thanksgiving Four Times a Year?

Posted on 11/23/2011 by | Giving & Volunteering | Comments

Home & Family | VolunteeringThanksgiving has many meanings to many different people. Hands down it is my favorite holiday. I love the simple beauty of coming together to share food and fellowship. Although I am not a big shopper, I recognize that many people look forward to the day after Thanksgiving as much as if not more than they do the holiday itself. In some ways it has become its own holiday. Where I work they list it on the official list of holidays …

Volunteer? Or hang with the in-laws?

Posted on 10/5/2010 by | AARP Blog Author | Comments

VolunteeringDonation to charities are down, and lots of people say volunteering is important but far fewer actually do it.