There is a reason that humanity is drawn to great stories of achievement: acts of generosity that elevate our perspective, and endeavors so amazing they defy comprehension. Remember the poem "The Rose That Grew From Concrete" -- the tale of a flower standing tall despite its surroundings? The three of...

"Even the smallest act of caring for another person is like a drop of water -it will make ripples throughout the entire pond." -- Bryan Matteo

The beauty of combining gaming with social good is that it's easy to engage people without requiring any change in behavior or large time...

"You are here in order to enable the world to live more amply, with greater vision, with a finer spirit of hope and achievement. You are here to enrich the world." ― Woodrow Wilson

A few years back I was introduced to Catchafire, and it has become a favorite organization....

"Hunger is not an issue of charity. It is an issue of justice." -- Jacques Diouf

The holiday season is filled with so many positive things: family, friends, festivity, gifts, great food.

But what if you didn't have enough to eat? What if you were a child who didn't have...

There are no seven wonders of the world in the eyes of a child. There are seven million. ~Walt Streightiff

Children are wonderfully happy little people who naturally love to help others. With a natural curiosity and a knack for turning most anything into a joyful, playful game, they...

This post is co-authored by Reg Saddler.

"Seek to do good, and you will find that happiness will run after you." -- James Freeman Clarke

Each year around this time, as the smell of cocoa, pine wreaths and warm, cozy fires fill the air, we all become just a little...

This post was co-written by celebrity philanthropist Heather Robinson.

What motivates someone to give? What sparks the voice within to declare "I want to change the world?" Two simple questions that provide a glimpse of the scope and depth of one's philanthropic perspective. Questions that the dynamic

"As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way." ― Mary Anne Radmacher

These days, we might like to give cash gifts to so many wonderful organizations, but just can't donate as much as we want. Well, there's a clever new solution that makes it...

Nonprofits have longed for years to have access to the best technology. Often, even the best of ideas have challenges when technology is involved, whether it's a technical or a funding issue. That's where the newly-announced Google Global Impact Awards come in.

When you think of advancements in technology, engineering...

If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. ~ The Dalai Lama

Every year, Thanksgiving reminds us of all the things we have to be grateful for all year. It's the launching of a season of extra compassion...

"Our choices at all levels -- individual, community, corporate and government -- affect nature. And they affect us." -- David Suzuki

November 15 was America Recycles Day, and a great reminder about how important recycling is not only for the environment, but for jobs and the economy as...

The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own. ~Benjamin Disraeli

Starting back in high school, Nathan Bernard dove into a succession of fundraising driven social endeavors in places like Ecuador, Kenya, and Tanzania. Through projects like...

This is the thirteenth installment of the Impact series, #SocialGoodStars. The people highlighted here are passionate, dedicated philanthropists, strengths to their communities, and social media masters. They also happily share their vast knowledge with others, making them shine as leaders in the Social Good world. You can read the twelfth...

Hope is the thing with feathers, that perches in the soul, and sings the tune without the words, and never stops at all. ~ Emily Dickinson

As a survivor of domestic violence myself, I have learned the hard way quite a bit about the subject. Domestic violence...

Inspiration can come from many places. Often, it's something simple that catches your eye and your curiosity, sparking new thinking or a flash of insight. Quotes have long been a source of inspiration for this reason. The right quote can leave one feeling uplifted, or create an "Ah ha!" moment...

"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." ~ John F. Kennedy

Once every so (rarely) often, an opportunity so perfect for your passion is presented to you that you stop and wonder,...

This is the twelfth installment of the Impact series, #SocialGoodStars. The people highlighted here are passionate, dedicated philanthropists, strengths to their communities, and social media masters. They also happily share their vast knowledge with others, making them shine as leaders in the Social Good world. You can read the eleventh...

The rise of technology has created an unprecedented level of global connection, at a faster and faster pace. It's simpler than ever to do things like work with thousands of strangers to achieve a common goal, or help an entrepreneur get up and running anywhere...

This is the eleventh installment of the Impact series, #SocialGoodStars. The people highlighted here are passionate, dedicated philanthropists, strengths to their communities, and social media masters. They also happily share their vast knowledge with others, making them shine as leaders in the Social Good world. You can read the tenth...

Today, good news -- or bad news -- breaks in real time. And anything can go viral in short order. This is great for cute babies laughing in videos, or heart-warming tales of good deeds. It's not great, however, for the unexpected, semi-inevitable crisis that any organization can face suddenly....