Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Clayton teens think outside the borders - News - ClaytonNewsStar.com

Clayton teens think outside the borders - News - ClaytonNewsStar.com: Alex Simpson and Robby Stubbs, both 17, are familiar with the needs of those living in the Third World country. Their church, Horne UMC, has been a steady presence in Michaud, a town located in a northeast suburb of Port-au-Prince since 2007 with the establishment of the Ryan Epps Home for Children, a refuge for orphaned children. But after a devastating earthquake in January 2010, nearly all was destroyed.

The two high school students were determined to use their graduation requirements to help make a difference.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Young girl helps tornado victims | WWLP.com

Young girl helps tornado victims | WWLP.com: SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Stephanie Provialitis, a 3rd grade student from the eastern Massachusetts town of Stoughton, has endeared herself to the June first tornado victims here in the Springfield area.

Stephanie had raised $900 in tornado relief, selling lemonade in her hometown after she heard about the difficult time tornado victims were having.

Friday, September 23, 2011

Kids giving to kids

Kids giving to kids: nstead, Stephanie offered to match the $10 Melanie had, which prompted the second-grader to ask for matching donations from her father and 12-year-old sister too. When they agreed, she solicited donations from her grandparents and aunt and uncle who live in Pennsylvania. Stephanie even donated money on Melanie’s 2-year-old sister’s behalf.

“The thing about Melanie is, she’s pretty stingy with her money. This kid is a saver,” Stephanie said. “So I was pretty surprised when she wanted to give her own money.”

In the end, Melanie collected $150 for St. Jude.

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Monday, September 19, 2011

Without help, nonprofit will close | CharlotteObserver.com & The Charlotte Observer Newspaper

Without help, nonprofit will close | CharlotteObserver.com & The Charlotte Observer Newspaper: Inspired by his compassion for those who are suffering and led by what he said God told him to do, he began Tyler's Mission at age 3 for the simple purpose of providing toys to the children who didn't have any.

Today, 13 years later, the Christian ministry has grown to helping thousands of families a year. Its growth is a testament to the commitment made by Tyler and his mom, Trish, to help those who are suffering.

Shirley teen launches 'Cause Fest' - Nashoba Publishing Online

Shirley teen launches 'Cause Fest' - Nashoba Publishing Online: SHIRLEY -- Although it was concern over the victims of tornadoes that struck western Massachusetts earlier in the year that was Jessenia Moreira's original inspiration for holding a special benefit concert next month, her fundraising effort has since expanded to include whoever is in need of help from the American Red Cross.

Friday, September 16, 2011

Volunteer efforts hit or miss for nonprofits in Abilene � Abilene Reporter-News

Volunteer efforts hit or miss for nonprofits in Abilene � Abilene Reporter-News: Locally, volunteer coordinators and nonprofit organization leaders have a variety of viewpoints on the outlook of volunteer efforts in Abilene.

Nancy Coburn, director of Service-Learning and Volunteer Resources for Abilene Christian University, said she's seen firsthand the spirit of service and resourcefulness in local students.

Thursday, September 08, 2011

Encino School Reaches Out to Students in Quake-Torn Haiti - Encino, CA Patch

Encino School Reaches Out to Students in Quake-Torn Haiti - Encino, CA Patch: Last year, Westmark students collected 200 bags of school supplies for their counterparts in Haiti. Now they're developing a pen-pal program to strengthen cultural ties.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011

AFP Youth in Philanthropy - Summer 2011

AFP Youth in Philanthropy - Summer 2011: n This Issue

› Chapter Spotlight: University of Kentucky Collegiate Chapter
› ‘Mind Blowing!’ Teens Get Early Lessons in Giving Back
› Making a World of Good� Curriculum
› The Best of the AFP YIP Blog
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