Community & Engagement

Teen Community Service Clubs
Teen Community Service Clubs are a wonderful way to involve young people in community service. There are a number of reasons why a student may seek involvement, they may have a passion for a cause, or they may be looking to fulfill school or scout requirements. Some see service club involvement as a valuable way…

The Purpose of Community Service Clubs
During the season of giving we thought it apt to share about the purpose of Community Service Clubs and highlight the projects and work that they do.

Summer Service Learning Projects
Summer break doesn’t mean a vacation from learning. Try a few of these summer service learning activities and see how much fun you can have!

Nonprofit Spotlight: Girls on the Run
An article that highlights the programs and accomplishments of the Girls on the Run organization.

The Importance of Historical Societies
Growth and development are inevitable, but keeping a piece of the way we were is important for our heritage. Historical societies help us achieve this goal. Many historical societies operate with the belief that a firm knowledge of the past will create a brighter future. State Historical Society Programs State Historical Societies operate on a…

The History of Kiwanis
Kiwanis is a social service club with chapters around the globe. Here is a brief history of the organization and current projects that they are working on.

How to Start off a New School Year with a New Teacher
Ahhh, the school supplies, new clothes, the packed lunches, and the first day jitters—it must be the start of the school year! This is a time for some parents to rejoice while others simply grin and bear it. Here are a few ways to ensure you start off on the right foot with your student’s…

5 Nonprofit Blogs You Should Follow
Nonprofits are big business. It might not feel like big business if you are a volunteer on your HOA Board or Treasurer of a Little League team, but the internet is full of information that you might find useful in improving your nonprofit organization. Tips on organization, fundraising, and community engagement are all simply a…

Spring PTA Activities
Have the post-Spring-Break blues set in around your school? The weather is getting nicer and everyone wants to be outside, but we all still have hard work to do. Here are 10 great spring activities for your PTA to work on. 1. Spring Fling Carnival You can make this event what you want. Some schools…

Reduce Volunteer Excuses by Keeping Them Engaged
Retaining a consistent and returning pool of volunteers is often the most challenging task associated with running a nonprofit organization. Volunteerism, by definition, is a leisure activity. And seemingly, Americans are running shorter and shorter on time, allowing volunteer activities to fall by the wayside. So, how do you motivate and retain an ever-distracted pool…