Despite the scary economy, don't stop giving. There are ways to give without ever touching your wallet.

An eleven-year old boy's dying wish was not to go on an amusement park vacation, but to help feed the hungry and poor. If Brenden Foster doesn’t inspire you to give back, who will?

I subscribe to a host of on-line newsletters that give me both the news happening in the charity world, and inspirations to keep me motivated to give back. Want to read them too?

It just wouldn’t be October without a little pink (well, a lot of pink, actually). October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, has become the time of year for breast cancer related charities to raise funds and awareness. Indeed, it’s almost as prevalent as Halloween.

It seems like we hear about a charity walkathon, bike ride, or race almost every day. Why are organizations hooked on charity fitness events? Because they raise a lot of money, and even more awareness.

When I was a little girl, I trick-or-treated with the little orange box and collected loose change to benefit UNICEF. Nearly $145 million dollars later, children are still helping children with this timeless tradition, and adults are getting involved too.

As you and your children get ready for Halloween by sifting through last year's costumes, remember that many children don't have clothes to wear, let alone costumes. Donate your gently used costumes to children in need so they can enjoy one of the greatest holidays of childhood.

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is entering its fifteenth year of honoring young people ages 11 - 18 for outstanding acts of community service. If you know a young volunteer, pass the word along.

Want to increase your fundraising bottom line? Think you should create a presence on social networks? Well, the Case Foundation is about to launch a series of free tutorials to help non-profits get up to speed.

I have a penchant for giving of myself. That’s a good thing, except when giving to others has a negative impact on mine or my family’s life.