I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard the “If I was rich, I would give millions to charities!” speech, and admittedly, I too am guilty of wistfully daydreaming about my glorious and equally charitable empire. If it were that easy, everyone would do it, but here are five teen celebs that are turning … Continue Reading
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The History of International Women’s Day: March 8th marks the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day. For the next few weeks we will focus on different aspects of what this day means. How did International Women’s Day get started? In 1869 British MP and philsopher John Stuart Mill was the first person in the Parliament … Continue Reading
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The severe partisanship in Washington DC could very possibly be dissolved by learning a thing or two from the success sororities have had with member focus on philanthropy.
Sororities are all grown up: They provide numerous professional, social and leadership opportunities for today’s collegiate women.
We all know Oprah Winfrey, Angelina Jolie, and Brad Pitt for their work in the public eye, but it’s how they use their celebrity for good that is truly impressive. Check out our list of the top 10 philanthropic celebrities!
The Gulf oil spill has many feeling helpless and wondering what they can possibly do to help. Rest assured that there are an array of volunteer programs and disaster relief organizations that you can join, in addition to a variety of ways you can help on your own. Here are just five ways you can aid the Gulf oil spill relief efforts.
After winning a Gold Medal in the 1992 Winter Olympics, Kristi Yamaguchi embarked on a successful career as a professional ice skater and sought-after corporate spokesperson. She was afforded the opportunity to work with charitable organizations and in 1996 started her own Foundation which she named after her personal motto: Always Dream.
To put it simply, she has learned how to synthesize her inner geek with her exterior chic, an art she is helping to spread through the burgeoning community she created – Chic Meets Geek.
Children of Shelters’ mission is to provide for the educational and emotional needs of the estimated 4,000 children living in or being served by transitional shelters in San Francisco.
This week’s High Five, we are highlighting five great nonprofit organizations that empower women and girls! Girls Inc. Picture the world through the eyes of a Girls Inc. girl. She belongs to a community that empowers her to pursue the biggest dreams she can dream. She is uplifted by the strength of a national organization … Continue Reading
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