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Custom silicone bracelets are a popular and cheap way to support various groups and campaigns run by charities and other organizations.

A nonprofit's reputation is its key asset and must be protected. Audits, hotlines and the use of outside firms to investigate misdeeds are among the tips offered.

Provided applicants meet all the eligibility requirements for a specific grant, opportunities are available. Government grants do not have to be repaid.

There are many ways to raise money for charities as an individual, with family & friends or involving the local community. All of these ideas are fun & easy to organise.

For those who enjoy doing "extreme charities," the Polar Plunge for the Special Olympics is a "cool" way to test the limits and to participate in a great fundraiser.

After writing a grant proposal, it should not be put in the mail to the foundation. This article deals with some of the finer points of submitting a request for funds.

The key to writing a grant proposal is to keep it simple and break the request down to key parts. Private foundations need clear, "to the point," factual information.

Directors of small not-for-profit agencies often agonize unnecessarily over grant writing. The real challenge is foundation grant research.

Enthusiastic, active board members are key assets of any board. Here are strategies to ensure that directors are motivated and understand what is expected of them.

Nonprofits should be encouraged: Even during these woeful economic times, philanthropy is alive and well.

Running a nonprofit organization is similar to running any business. There are some differences, however, which should be kept in mind.

Clear and concise phrases are crucial to gaining attention in the crowded world of nonprofit companies. To craft useful statements of purpose, avoid these common errors.

There are many car donation organizations which offer cheap services. However, there exist huge hidden costs which take the sheen out of donating a car for charity.

Car donation is quickly becoming one of the most preferred ways of doing away with one's old car. Besides charity, it also provides for substantial tax cuts.