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What Are Your Favorite Non-profits in Long Beach Area?
Read all 8 responses: "Hi all, I am looking to volunteer in/connect with local small non-profits - I am curious what are your favorites and why.
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- I belong to the Friends of the Lakewood Libraries (FOLL). It's important to donate time (and money when possible) to further a cause you believe in. One of my purp...
- There is actually a group in Long Beach for the purpose of volunteers--called GLBDoV--Greater Long Beach Directors of Volunteers. I am a member of that group as I hea...
- Dorthy, I am a single mother of 3 ( 16yrs, 12yrs, 8yrs). I would love to hear more about your work from home.
Donating "Too Much" to Charity...
Sep 29, 2009 ... I went to work for a very well-known nonprofit a few years ago because ... Obviously nonprofits have to pay their employees, but I saw many ...
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- My thought is that if I'm going to give, I would rather give directly to the cause instead of through a fundraiser that may keep some of the money. I would explain to...
- The greatest lesson for children concerning money is responsibility. Teaching your son the appropriate way to give is just as important as the giving. I grew to resent...
- A few thoughts... If you son is compelled to give and he understands he won't get the money back, then let him. What a great lesson that our money isn't just meant t...
HELP! Has Anyone Heard of OurGV??? Is Is a SCAM???
This appears to be a company who recruit people to do fundraising for nonprofits . The non-profit sets up a website through which their supporters can shop, ...
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- Check these out.. http://www.ourgv.org/ http://www.ourgvmall.com/corporate/business/BusinessMainTemplate1.asp I checked out the scam alert sites and found nothing a...
- L., I took a look at their web site. There is a section to see what other businesses think of OurGV, and it's sending up a red flag for me. It lists interviews wi...
- She should call the better business bureau . She should be able to get answers there.
I Need a Company to Match My Shoe Donation
I work and volunteer with nonprofits and would love to offer some help. Is there a charity close to your heart you would like to help? Why shoes? ...
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- My suggestion would be to contact a financially secure, good sized local business that has a reputation for giving back to the community. National and International bu...
- Oprah had a women on recently who started a drive for pajamas and now has an organization that collects and distributes these to kids in group homes (who didn't even k...
- Hi L., I work and volunteer with nonprofits and would love to offer some help. Is there a charity close to your heart you would like to help? Why shoes? Maybe you c...
Social Skills Development for Autistic 4.5 Yr Old
Jun 16, 2009 ... Sobrato Center for Nonprofits - San Jose 1400 Parkmoor Avenue, Ste. 100. San Jose, CA 95126 ###-###-#### x118. Helpful? ...
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- Greetings C.: I have had my computer down for several days and just found your post. I have a 21 year old son with Aspberger's Syndrome which is a form of Autism. I a...
- Have you investigated "floortime" by stanley greenspan? It's a theory that has seen many results in my practice. An autism diagnosis also is usually eligible for you...
- Social skills groups and therapeutic recreation are wonderful. Check to see what is offered nearby. You can also hire a teen who can mentor your child and help him j...
Single Mom Seeking Advice!!
There are also some nonprofits that have funds set aside to help with this. Interestingly enough when a case is open for assistance (at least in Hennepin ...
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- I have some advice maybe. If you are going to a center maybe try to find an inhome daycare. Otherwise isn't there any assistance you can get I know a few single moms ...
- I have an idea for you. I dont know if there are any openings but if you go to the coon rapids american legion and apply the manager is very flexible with limited sche...
- Have you looked into childcare assistance? Social services subsidizes childcare for families who have a hard time paying for it. Check with your county, I'm sure you...
Home Business Ideas?
Right now I offer fundraising services to local nonprofits (schools, churches, cheerleaders, etc.) One school fundraiser can really pay off. ...
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- I felt the exact same way. I love my children dearly and I wanted to continue growing my skills. Right now I offer fundraising services to local nonprofits (schools,...
- Hi E., i recently started a home based business. I am an ibo, independent business owner, with ameriplan. Ameriplan is a health plan not health insurance. There is...
- I have the perfect Home Business for you. Send me your email address and I will send you an overview of who we are, what we do, and what you need to do to earn an inc...
Silent Auction Baskets
Most businesses will make donations to nonprofits for things like this. You can also go to local hair salons, spas, etc. and ask for a coupon for free ...
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- Stampbooking and scrapbooking stuff, homemade cards, kids craft supplies, gardening themes, a cute idea is a home movie kit with micropopcorn, candy movie tickets or a...
- Depending on your market, I find that the children's themed baskets go over very well. For example all Barbie, all superhero, princess, pirates, that sort of thing. Th...
- Your choices will really depend on what the silent auction is for - who benefits? who attends? I have done many silent auction baskets, filling them with Usborne Boo...
Career Mom Switching to Stay at Home - Need Advice and Suggestions!!!
Get involved in moms' groups as a volunteer, keep up your work connections (e.g. LinkedIn suggestion someone else made), volunteer with nonprofits doing ...
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- Hi L., I had read a bit on this back when my son was born and I was feeling horrible leaving him at day care and going to work (hiring a nanny, as well as working a c...
- My advice would be to get in contact with a local MOMS Club or other similar organization. They've been a life saver for me in making the transition from working to s...
- Someone else suggested the MOMS Club, and I agree 100%. Most local MOMS Clubs have activities 2-4 days a week - playgroups at someone's house, park days, walking club...
Activities and New Traditions for the Christmas Season for Almost 2 Year Old
I work for nonprofits (Salvation Army) so we volunteer our time sorting at the Angel tree event and then they help pass out the toys at the event. ...
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- My two boys are now 8 & 10. When they were babies I started giving them pajamas on Christmas Eve. They get to open them that night and then wear them to bed. Surpri...
- One of our favorite traditions is to drive around town drinking hot chocolate and looking at the Christmas lights on Christmas Eve!! You can put hot chocolate in sippy...
- About the tree....what we did with my daughter is only put soft/unbreakable ornaments within her reach, and we let her help by putting those ornaments on herself. We t...
