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Want to stay healthier and fulfilled later in life? Try volunteering

Fast Company Tech

Children and teens who volunteer tend to have better health and lower levels of anxiety and fewer behavioral problems than those who dont volunteer. Some organizations intentionally encourage this kind of intergenerational cooperation, including CoGenerate and Generations United. Changing demographics The number of U.S.

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Lessons from the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season: What philanthropy can do better

Candid

But what happens when the hurricane leads to flooding , as Helene did in six states, causing upwards of $53 billion in North Carolina alone ? Photo credit: Save the Children The post Lessons from the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season: What philanthropy can do better appeared first on Candid insights.

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NextGen philanthropists and the transfer of intergenerational wealth

ASU Lodestar Center

This includes encouraging others to give, or promoting a cause online. 2 Bentley and Nissan, in a 1996 study, found that "learning is greatly enhanced when children are given the opportunity to engage in giving and serving activities." Teaching philanthropy to children: why, how, what. Time, talent, treasure and ties Yes, ties.

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Intergenerational Wired Fundraisers: A Conversation

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Nhuong Son , Wired Fundraiser for Cambodian Children! Her reflection questions: How might young people use social networks (existing or yet-to-be-built) to learn about philanthropy and support causes that matter to them? Now we have a team of intergenerational wired fundraisers. How does your charity???s

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Gen Z Is Ready to Join Your Junior Board of Directors

sgEngage

One said to me recently, “I’d love to get involved in a good cause, but I have no idea where to begin.” Although not ready or able yet to make a monetary donation, many 20-somethings are eager to support your cause through advocacy, social influence, and volunteering. Like many Gen Zers, they’re concerned about social justice.

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Amazon Glow review: fun but unfinished

The Verge

There’s a lot to like about this intergenerational calling device, but Amazon is a bit bossy Amazon’s latest attempt to entertain your children is an innovative effort that combines an interactive projector with Amazon Kids Plus’ excellent catalog of child-friendly content.

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Guest Post by Katherine Hutt: A Small Nonprofit's Strategy for Pepsi Refresh Contest

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

million a month for 12 months to good causes. GOH developed Hope Meadows, an intergenerational neighborhood that supports families adopting children out of foster care. Note from Beth: This post was written before the New York Times article describing a misstep with the Pepsi Charity Contest. Here's my analysis.

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