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up a plan to volunteer your time in The Love Kitchen. Twin sisters Helen Ashe and Ellen Turner started the kitchen in 1986 and have been dishing out love to those in need ever since. The kitchen opens on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 8:30am. Visit thelovekitchen.org to learn more about how you can help.
By Skirt.com, Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 0 comments
yourself to a tail-wagging evening at Weim & Cheese, Wolf Creek Weimaraner Rescue’s largest annual fundraiser with live music, hors d’oeuvres catered by Pimento’s Café and Market, and a silent auction. The evening’s proceeds support rescue efforts for Weimaraners, several of which will make an appearance during the evening. March 13, 5pm at St. George Greek Orthodox Church. $30.
a day in the life of Eva Sweeney, a 26-year-old blogger with cerebral palsy. She chronicles her interactions with others to educate the public about her disability and the personal politics that inadvertently come along with it.
to or sponsor Americans Overseas Domestic Violence Crisis Center (AODVC). The organization assists American citizens living abroad who are victims of domestic violence. Resources include legal advice, counseling and discount airline flights.
By Skirt.com, Friday, February 26, 2010, 0 comments
Bread and Butter is an online shop that donates 50% of their profits to nonprofit organizations that help feed the hungry. Their slogan? Helping Fill Bellies.
This Massachusetts family is working together to develop a sustainable business model. The parents wanted their daughters to understand that there are benefits to working hard and helping others, and that personal and charitable goals don't have to be mutually exclusive. You can follow their progress online over the first 365 days.
By Skirt.com, Monday, February 01, 2010, 0 comments
campaigns with the National Partnership for Women and Families. There are resources for getting involved with health care reform, balancing work and family, reproductive health and workplace fairness.
By Skirt.com, Monday, February 01, 2010, 0 comments
the conversation with your kids. The Parents’ Sex Ed Center section on the Advocates for Youth website has resources to begin talking with your children about sex.
By Skirt.com, Monday, February 01, 2010, 0 comments
your party planning. International Women’s Day is March 8 and the Global Fund for Women will help you plan, coordinate and organize events to raise visibility and support for the Global Fund.
By Skirt.com, Monday, February 01, 2010, 0 comments
Betty Londergan is giving away her inheritance from her father by donating $100 a day for a year to causes, people and organizations she believes are improving the lives of others. You can send in your own suggestions at whatgives365.wordpress.com.