Topic: The Salvation Army

The Impact of the Web on Sustainability

The web has impacted nearly everything: from the way we do business to the way we keep in touch with our friends. The web has also changed the way we contribute to our communities. It is a tool for organizations to help individuals realize their impact — whether it’s beautifying their community or donating to...READ MORE›

National Doughnut Day

America runs on Dunkin' ... and Krispy Kreme and the corner bakery. We eat almost 10 billion doughnuts a year -- nearly 35 per person. "Doughnuts are resolutely democratic," says John T. Edge, author of Donuts: An American Passion. ...READ MORE›

No Secrets

Can you keep a secret? Not if it's about leadership, judging by the raft of books exposing secrets of nearly everyone.READ MORE›

Extreme Personalization

Each year, Louisville, Kentucky-based DNR Group sends out more than 10 million pieces of mail for clients such as AOL, the Salvation Army, and the Red Cross. But this isn't your father's junk mail. Nope, each item is hand addressed ...READ MORE›

Is the Times Travel Section Tone Deaf?

The "Travel Winter 2008" issue of the New York Times Style Magazine features imagery of our rapidly melting polar caps. The photospread of the grand scenery is juxtaposed with luxury items such as $6845 black and white pelt of a mammal formerly known as endangered or a $3195 Chanel bag.READ MORE›

Terminal Discounting

So my friend works at a women's clothing and home-furnishing chain. It's a nice shop, the kind of place with lots of oddly-shaped carafes and ornate quasi-foreign/antique-looking furniture. And racks of $90 t-shirts. Anyway, the ...READ MORE›

Operation: Enduring Institution

Booz Allen Hamilton has released a list of what it considers the top 10 most enduring institutions. Parallel to the storied Built to Last, the study considered characteristics such as innovation, leadership, culture and values, ...READ MORE›

Mobile Giving: Being Charitable in a Mobile World.

Many mobile industry insiders and novices alike were stunned at the $20 million and counting that has been donated via text for Haitian earthquake relief, marking the largest outpouring of support via mobile device in history, and ...READ MORE›

How to deal with Walmart and Stormtroopers at Christmas

The fisherman and I went to Walmart this weekend to pick up some pictures. Star Wars imperial stormtroopers flank the entrance dinging Salvation Army bells. As we walk by, the fisherman waves his hand and says, “These are not the ...READ MORE›

REPORT: Digital Influence in Social Cause

Established charities, such as the American Red Cross (#1), PETA (#2) and Greenpeace (#4), dominate the top 50 digital influencers in social cause, according to the The Digital Influence in Social Cause Report. The new report was released today by digital agency, Sparxoo, to explore how non-profits are utilizing the web to increase brand visibility, engage new audiences and spark social cause discussions. New entrants, such as Kiva…READ MORE›

Are You There God? It's Me Your Pharmacist

Saturday morning my mother and I spent an hour on the phone relishing in post-election blues. As we swapped frustrations across 2,000 miles (I'm in the blue state of New York; She's blue in the red state of Florida), she informed me ...READ MORE›

Target’s New Facebook Superbowl / Valentine’s Day Promo

The Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day are two things we don’t usually put together. This year, Target is changing that. The popular retailer has created a unique charity campaign combining the hype of these events with the...READ MORE›

How Charity Newcomers are Revolutionizing the Non-Profit Sector

Social cause is not just about writing a check and mailing it to your favorite charity every year. No, not for the newest wave of non-profits. This up-and-coming generation of charities is developing innovative financial structures, embracing the power new social technologies to engage audiences, taking big risks and changing the face of...READ MORE›

Brian Scudamore - Fast 50 2003

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Celebrating Social Cause: Case Study and Tips

What started as a conversation item in small pockets across the country is spreading like wildfire throughout the nation. No longer is a social mission a nice-to-have business item; it is a declaration of change. There is an emerging movement in business that is redefining the meaning of impact—to be something more. Fusing traditional business and social mission, entrepreneurs from every corner of the nation are signing on to the new, social business model.READ MORE›

Long Island Nissan Dealers Proud To Help Haiti During Tragic Time

Long Island Nissan Dealers are proud to be a part of Nissan's relief to the victims of the earth quake in Haiti. READ MORE›

Home and Units

Homes And Units Network Seminars A Work In Progress To: Whom It May Concern Re: Sober Living Home for Women Here at A Work In Progress we enforce a strict no alcohol, no drug policy. It is mandatory for all residents to ...READ MORE›

Environment and Animals Intersect as Nature’s Cause

More and more people are becoming aware of the importance of the natural world and the human impact on our planet. This discussion is growing politically, economically and culturally. The emergence of planetary cause, inclusive of animals and the environment, is being fueled online. While United Way and the Salvation Army may lead the way in total dollars...READ MORE›

Boooorrriinng!!!

That's exactly what Philippe Gaulier teaches leaders not to be. He uses theatrical techniques in order to help would-be leaders find their inner clowns.READ MORE›

Boooorrriinng!!!

That's exactly what Philippe Gaulier teaches leaders not to be. He uses theatrical techniques in order to help would-be leaders find their inner clowns.READ MORE›

Fast Company June Calendar

June Week 1 Wed, June 02 NAVIGATE Designing Change, Changing Design Ever wonder who designs store layouts? Museum exhibit spaces? Subway info posts? "People say, 'You do that for a job? I didn't even know ...READ MORE›

• Dominate: 2010 FIFA World Cup
• Indulge: National Splurge Day
• Prolong: Save Our Shows

Mike Seashols

Mike Seashols is someone who runs with the big dogs even as he struggles to maintain his personal center of gravity.READ MORE›

Moving Heaven and Earth

When it comes to global warming, Richard Cizik and Jim Ball are hell-bent on making fellow evangelicals see the light.READ MORE›

Instant Feedback - Part 2

More panel responses to the May 07 article "Lessons From the Tarmac."READ MORE›