Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Want Young Volunteers? Think Short, Sociable, and Fun

Want Young Volunteers? Think Short, Sociable, and Fun: DoSomething.org, the classy nonprofit that entices young people to volunteer and take social actions, released results last week of its survey of how young people volunteer. The conclusions should be taken seriously by nonprofits, if they want to really involve more young people.

The survey covered more than 4,000 young people ages 13 to 22 and asked about their motivations and preferences. Here are some of the findings:

Friday, October 26, 2012

Thumb up: Young philanthropist recognized for her work for Indian River homeless � TCPalm.com

Thumb up: Young philanthropist recognized for her work for Indian River homeless � TCPalm.com: lauren's generosity and dedication have not gone unnoticed. On Nov. 13, the sixth-grader will be presented with the first Outstanding Youth Philanthropist of the Year award by the Indian River County chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Teen philanthropist drops by DIS before premier of award-winning bio film

Teen philanthropist drops by DIS before premier of award-winning bio film: n 2004, Zach Bonner's family and neighbors stockpiled supplies, food, and water in anticipation of a direct hit by Hurricane Charley. In their suburb of Tampa, Florida, they were ready. But then Charley took a sharp right turn. The Bonners were relieved that their community was spared the storm's wrath, but they soon learned that Floridians to the south of them were in terribly rough shape. Charley had struck the Fort Myers and Port Charlotte areas with its greatest intensity, and residents found themselves without power, necessities, and - in some cases - homes.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Half of American Teenagers Volunteer, Largely Because Their Friends Do - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Half of American Teenagers Volunteer, Largely Because Their Friends Do - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: More than half of American teenagers and young adults volunteered last year, and the best way to enlist this group turns out to be peer pressure: Three quarters of people ages 13 to 22 whose friends volunteer regularly also do so, which is nearly twice the number of those who pursue voluntary activities based on their concern about particular social issues.

Those were the key findings of new research results released today by Do Something, a group working to get young people involved in social change.

Fundraising in school - it's not all about shaking the charity can | Teacher Network | Guardian Professional

Fundraising in school - it's not all about shaking the charity can | Teacher Network | Guardian Professional: Our school is a large mixed comprehensive in Lincolnshire that prides itself not only on academic success, but also on creating a school ethos with relationships and community at its heart. As part of this, we actively encourage all students to get involved in fundraising activities for both local and international charities. Although our starting point was altruistic, we've found that at the same time as raising money for others we're reaping rich rewards as a school.

Friday, October 19, 2012

Jordan Schwartz ’15 to be Honored at National Philanthropy Day | Inside Bryn Mawr

Jordan Schwartz ’15 to be Honored at National Philanthropy Day | Inside Bryn Mawr: ordan Schwartz ’15 is among the honorees for the 28th annual National Philanthropy Day. She will be honored for her work with the Children’s Bilingual Theater, which she founded in 2004.

Schwartz started the program by raising $3,000 in donations and performing her shows in schools. Since 2004, Schwartz has produced six shows and 15 literacy and storytelling events and has worked with over 200 volunteers, performing to over 6,000 audience members and numerous school audiences.

Thursday, October 18, 2012

WDEL 1150AM - UD sophomore wins 'Youth in Philanthropy' award

WDEL 1150AM - UD sophomore wins 'Youth in Philanthropy' award: ecause of that work, Gracie has won the Youth in Philanthropy Award from the Brandywine Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Her next challenge is to raise $8,000 so she can climb Mt. Kilimanjaro and help children in African through the group 'Flying Kites.'

University High holds philanthropy fair | students, community, irvine - News - The Orange County Register

University High holds philanthropy fair | students, community, irvine - News - The Orange County Register: University High School held its third annual "Count Me In For My Community" philanthropy fair on Wednesday, Oct. 10 at lunchtime.

Sixteen local and national non-profit charities descended upon campus to engage one-on-one with students.

Monday, October 15, 2012

LEGOs, Tzedakah, and the New Boulder JCC

LEGOs, Tzedakah, and the New Boulder JCC: More than 250 people joined together at the Boulder JCC on Sunday, October 14th for a “Day of Building” as families read stories about philanthropy and tzedakah (doing the right thing), participated in activities to learn more about giving, played with Legos, and ate ice cream. This day was one of the first of its kind in the Boulder Jewish community, a day specifically designed to help families teach children about the value of giving, to connect with multi-generational giving, and to launch the Boulder JCC’s Kids Campaign.

North West Evening Mail | News | Charity ‘gobsmacked’ by support for Ulverston campaigner Alice

North West Evening Mail | News | Charity ‘gobsmacked’ by support for Ulverston campaigner Alice: Campaigner and fundraiser, Alice Pyne, 16, asked young people to attend a registering event with the Anthony Nolan charity at Ulverston Victoria High School, and they replied by packing into the hall yesterday to get involved.

The blood cancer charity is the first in the world to allow 16 and 17-year-olds to join the bone marrow register, something which Alice helped make happen.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

National Philanthropy Day Extends to San Diego Youth

National Philanthropy Day Extends to San Diego Youth: Of the several honorees, a young man named Marquis Snowden was nominated by the Jacobs Center
for Neighborhood Innovation. “It’s all about the mindset that you have,” reflects Marquis.

Marquis is a 9th grader currently attending Helix Charter High School, though his philanthropic efforts
began when he was just a fourth grader at Lemon Grove Elementary School. At the time, the school
did not have a climbing wall for the students and lacked funding to purchase one. Marquis took it upon
himself to raise the money for the climbing wall. Through his serving heart and entrepreneurial spirit,
Marquis raised more than $1,100 to fund the wall. Rallying his fellow classmates, they sold lemonade,
fruit and healthy snacks to pay for the new climbing wall.

'Fundraisers are responsible' for low youth giving

'Fundraisers are responsible' for low youth giving: Catherine Miles, of blood cancer charity the Anthony Nolan Trust, was speaking at the CFG members’ meeting in London, where she predicted three key trends in fundraising for the next three to five years.

The first of these was that the tendency for a large proportion of donations to come from a small percentage of donors is likely to continue. “It means that your fundraising team’s relationship with supporters is absolutely critical,” she said.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

More than child's play: Engaging youth in philanthropy

More than child's play: Engaging youth in philanthropy: When nine-year-old Alaina Podmorow agreed to join her mother one evening at a presentation by author and activist Sally Armstrong, she was just hoping to cadge a later bedtime. But the presentation changed Alaina's life. Armstrong spoke about the lack of education for women and girls in Afghanistan and Alaina was riveted.

"I knew right away that I wanted to raise money to pay for one teacher in Afghanistan for one year," she recalls. "I went up and talked to Sally and told her how I wanted to do something and she told me to contact Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan. I contacted them and we have become partners."

Chagrin Falls High encouraging philanthropic vision | cleveland.com

Chagrin Falls High encouraging philanthropic vision | cleveland.com: n conversing with students, Schron stated volunteerism can spark greater change. He demonstrated the world is much bigger than one individual, and yet, one person can make a world of difference.

This theme fit well with the high school’s Community Service Fair, which was held the afternoon of Schron’s visit.

Friday, October 05, 2012

AFP Greater Dallas Chapter - Youth in Philanthropy Projects

AFP Greater Dallas Chapter - Youth in Philanthropy Projects: Project Description

What did you do?
Approximately 350 people attended the carnival which includes clowns, a fire truck from Dallas Fire-Rescue, game booths and food. Leah also has a silent auction that features restaurant gift certificates, sports memorabilia, children's activities, as well as jewelry and other items. In addition to helping people, Leah learned important life skills suc as, approaching business people for donations, conducting meetings, and motivating others to help.

Fundraising for Mexico project - Arts & Leisure - Sleaford Standard

Fundraising for Mexico project - Arts & Leisure - Sleaford Standard: ublished on Wednesday 3 October 2012 17:01

STUDENTS are calling for support to fund their opportunity of a lifetime.

Next July, fifteen Year 11 and 12 pupils from Kesteven and Sleaford High School will be jetting over to Mexico for a two-week trek and conservation project, organised by charity organisation Operation Wallacea.

Thursday, October 04, 2012

Moore Norman tech center students put skills to work for nonprofit agency | NewsOK.com

Moore Norman tech center students put skills to work for nonprofit agency | NewsOK.com: NORMAN — Carpentry students at Moore Norman Technology Center combined their training with community service to help a nonprofit agency furnish apartments for homeless teens.