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Learn how to volunteer time and money to charities and organizations in your town or around the world. From how to donate used furniture, cars and computers, to how to avoid charity scams, eHow shows you how to give back. Want to feel good around the holidays? Learn how to volunteer at a soup kitchen on Thanksgiving or any other time of year. Already volunteering your time to a philanthropic enterprise? eHow also has How Tos on effective fund raising for nonprofits and youth organization.

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How to Act In A Recovery Meeting--Tips For Newcomers

By Shannon Nee

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I say that learning how to behave in a recovery meeting is moderately easy because I don't want to scare you. It can be challenging! After running for years on self-will and egomania, many of us find that to just sit down, shut up, and wait our ... more »

How to Adopt a Child From Children International

By frenchwriter

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Life is a gift of God. Perhaps some will challenge me on that issue. If we bet that God exists, we will have everything this life has to offer. If we do not believe and let doubts creep in your life, you may have missed a great opportunity to ... more »

How to Adopt A Polar Bear

By cfletcher

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Adopting a polar bear is easy and helpful to the species' survival. With all the talk of Global Warming and the melting ice caps my daughter wrote a speech for her English class on how to save the polar bears. It was interesting and her ... more »

How to Adopt A Tree

By philanthropy

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An article for the environmentally conscience on how to adopt a tree. Easy to do process that will leave you feeling good about yourself and the planet... more »

How to Adopt Instead of Shop

By Melissa Maroff

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Pet overpopulation is an ongoing crisis in the United States with only about half of animals that end up at shelters finding homes—so that means approximately 5 million dogs and cats get destroyed in the U.S. each year. This doesn’t have to ... more »

How to Apply for a Scholarship Through Pi Beta Phi

By annafine

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If you're a member of Pi Phi, you can apply for scholarships through the organization... more »

How to Apply for Energy Assistance in Wisconsin

By pgardapee

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Many individuals and families live on a low income and need help paying electric and heating bills. In Wisconsin, the winters are cold and the heating season starts as early as October. The heating season can run to the end of May depending on ... more »

How to Apply for Food Stamps

By tamarabostrom

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In today's difficult economy many people who have always had good jobs are finding themselves and their families struggling. The government's food stamp program can help ease this burden. Don't be afraid to apply for food stamps...it is ... more »

How to Apply for Habitat for Humanity Global Village Trips

By Jillian Downer

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Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing program that was founded in 1976 by Linda and Millard Fuller in Americus, Georgia. Habitat is devoted to building "simple, decent, and affordable" housing using volunteer labor. ... more »

How to Appreciate NASA’s Work Today

By oisercage

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It has been nearly 40 years since Apollo 11 landed Neil Armstrong on the moon and longer since the first American Alan Sheppard shot out into space. However, NASA remains a beneficial public program. Follow these steps to stay alert to NASA's new ... more »

How to Appreciate the Health Benefits of Kindness

By psychonurse

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Dr. Wayne Dyer, bestselling author states the following "Research has shown that a simple act of kindness directed towards another improves the functioning of the immune system and stimulates the production of serotonin in both the recipient ... more »

How to Ask Donations

By smilesatme1

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Do you need cash or any help from the public or anyone? Asking donations from the public it's not new to everyone but you need to ask when it's really needed in order to survive or live like disaster's victims. These are individuals who really ... more »

How to Assemble a Hygiene / Help Kit for the Homeless

By Desula

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There are many homeless people around the town where I work because it is in between 2 interstates. While I don't feel comfortable giving people cash, I would like to do something to help. My friend Colby assembled a hygiene / food kit for ... more »

How to avoid corruption in society

By sekitto kisakye

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Corruption has become a sub system of governance in some societies today.Therefore we must avoid it as follows:-.. more »

How to Avoid the BIGGEST Fundraising Mistake

By Lance Orndorff

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Millions of people work tirelessly each year to raise money for their organization or favorite charity, especially at year's end when 50% of the charitable contributions are made. But one of the biggest mistakes made when raising money usually ... more »

How to Avoid Unemployment in Society

By sekitto kisakye

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Unemployment is due to several factors, including political instability. Therefore we should avoid it in order to eradicate poverty in society... more »

How to be a Banker!

By bigmaho

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Ok... sort of... But you can be a direct lender to small businesses in the 3rd world for as little as $25. You won't make a profit but you will be paid back in short order and then you can either withdraw or re-lend your money... more »

How to Be a Blood Donor

By **Lucy**RN**

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Have you ever thought about being a blood donor? Everyday thousands of people require blood transfusions for various reason including traumatic accidents, genetic disorders, cancer and so on. They often owe their lives to brave people who choose ... more »

How to Be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in Shelby County, AL

By Bethchapman

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Becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), is a life changing experience for you and the abused children with which you work. Find out how to join this worthwhile, nonprofit organization... more »

How to be a giving person

By andre7514

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Well you know throughout life we have various seasons, events, and celebrations to make living as much fun and exciting as possible. I want to challenge you to take the limits off of your life, if you will and become a giving person! Giving ... more »

How to Be A Good Freecycle Member

By PCOliver

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Almost every community has a Freecycle group on the YAHOO! message boards. If you aren’t a group member yet, join one now. If you’re already a member here are some helpful steps for getting the most out of your membership and being a good member. ... more »

How to Be a Great Volunteer

By Jodi Jill

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Whether you volunteer at the animal shelter or you spend time teaching Sunday School. Volunteering is a wonderful opportunity to bring good into the world and support your community. Here's how to be an even better volunteer... more »

How to be a lazy philanthropist

By Valerie Deneen

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Are you generous and caring, but lack the energy required to give to those in need? Now you can give from the comfort of your home and on your own time. Learn how to be a lazy philanthropist for the times when you care, but don't want to move... more »

How to be a Lifetime Learner

By 40skydiver

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Life can be more fun and rewarding if you continue to learn. Being a lifetime learner is a grand goal. Go for it!.. more »

How to Be a Part of the Comfort Doll Community

By moonglow

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Craft for a cause!.. more »