In the face of an uncertain economy, it is critical that nonprofits align themselves with current needs to ensure their relevancy, generating value appreciated both by the public and sponsors. That idea helped Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind match thousands of returning D.C.-area vets with job training and placement services. READ»
At last check, Chris Hughes was spearheading Obama's online campaign. Today he officially returns to the scrappy startup life with his new charity hub, funded in part with help from "some of the early Facebook guys." READ»
In the latest installment of our video series on risk-taking, do-gooding young entrepreneurs, we take a look at Rachael Chong and her startup Catchafire, which helps people with specific skills find the right places to volunteer at, making matches like an "eHarmony for professionals and nonprofits."READ»
In early January I was asked to join the Advisory Board for the Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind in Washington, DC. The Lighthouse provides services to the blind and visually impaired, as well as their families and friends. ...READ»
Many of the same principles of running a good business apply, but the magic is in what sets not-for-profits apart. The following information answers many of the misconceptions surrounding nonprofit 501 C (3) ...READ»
Here's a new approach to teaching financial literacy: a video game in which you play the business manager of a free-spending celebrity, trying to satisfy her wish list while keeping her out of the red.
The game is no World of ...READ»
In December, Fast Company published an article called "The Most Influential Women in Web 2.0" featuring about a dozen amazing women who work in the Web 2.0 world. The list included BlogHer founders Elisa Camahort Page, Jory Des ...READ»
As a member of the Board of Advisors for The Vital Ground
Foundation, I invite you to watch this video featuring Brad Pitt. And
then take action by visiting www.vitalground.org to learn how you can join Brad, me, and many others ...READ»
