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Phoenix family volunteering

Getting your life together in 2012- Do Good

Often people will make a New Year’s Resolution to be a better person, to make a difference in the world or just to Do Good. Admirable. But it...
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Ten ways for families to help others in need during the holiday season

  • child volunteering ideas
  • December 1, 2011
“Count your blessings! Think of all that you have!” This was one of my mother’s catch-all responses to my complaints while I was...
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Thanksgiving: Family Volunteering

According to the Volunteer Center of the United way family volunteering is one of the fastest growing trends. Working with non-profit groups not...
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Volunteering as a family

Volunteering is a great lesson forthe family. Any family member who volunteers learns many lessons on patience, kindness, sympathy, empathy,...
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Lenten season perfect time for service

Fish fries, ashes, giving something up. All of these are hallmarks of the Christian season of Lent. Lent is a season of preparation and community,...
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Everyone can be great because everyone can serve

  • MLK Day
  • January 17, 2011
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the national holiday that marks the birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Many schools and...
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Martin Luther King day of service – volunteer opportunities for families

If your children are like mine, they tend to focus on the extra days off from school on Martin Luther King weekend instead of the inspiring life Dr...
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Volunteering as a family

Volunteering teaches compassion, responsibility, empathy and can increase social and relationship skills. Fostering a love of community service...
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Time is running out to help with Christmas charities in Calgary!

There are many worthwhile causes in the Calgary area for families who require assistance throughout the year as well as those who need it just...
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Redefine Christmas and make it a charitable opportunity for the family

Christmas is a holiday observedto commemorate the birth of Jesus, the figurehead of Christianity. But, for most it is a time of sparkling lights,...
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