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Even if your hours aren’t deductible, don’t underestimate the impact. The tax code may not reward your time, but society does. Still, track the money you spend—gas, snacks for canvassing groups, print...

I’ve been volunteering with a political campaign and gained real skills in organizing and outreach. I was curious if employers would view that as actual work experience when I apply for jobs.

How to Find Thanksgiving Volunteer Opportunities Near You Step 1: Look at Local Food Organizations Food banks and soup kitchens are the most common places. Examples: Feeding America, Meals on Wheels...

My 12-year-old has been asking how she can help animals, especially after we fostered a stray dog for a week. I know some places have age restrictions, but I’d love to help her get involved in a meani...

Let’s not sugarcoat it—competitive colleges want to see numbers. If you're aiming for Ivy League or top-tier schools, 100+ hours of consistent, meaningful volunteering over a couple of years can give ...

Has political campaigning gone all digital lately? Or are virtual rallies and personalized texts still effective? I mean, have you seen the crazy amounts of cash they're throwing into online ads? It's...

Starting a nonprofit is about heart, but also about structure. Think of it like planting a tree: your mission is the seed, your paperwork is the roots, and your community is the sunlight. Find mentors...

We’ve been running informal community events for years without insurance. Not saying it’s ideal, but policies cost money we don’t have. Unless you're holding large public events or managing property, ...

Check out sites like Idealist.org, Work for Good, and Devex. These platforms are gold for nonprofit roles, and you can filter by ‘remote’ or ‘telecommute.’ A lot of nonprofits, especially internationa...

I’m not usually into political stuff, but The Great Hack made me think twice about how social media shapes our opinions. Also Get Me Roger Stone—love him or hate him, it shows how today’s political ch...

Springsteen’s Born in the U.S.A. still gives me chills. Folks think it’s patriotic, but it’s actually a gut-punch about vets and how we treat them. That kind of raw honesty in music? It never gets old...

What Are Political Calls? Political calls are outreach efforts made by candidates, parties, advocacy groups, or PACs to contact voters during an election cycle. These calls are designed to: Persuade...

Being a 'Tennessee Volunteer' is in our blood. It harks back to when our ancestors, without hesitation, volunteered in droves for crucial battles, especially the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American W...

I’ve been hearing more about independent and third-party candidates lately, especially with how frustrated people are with the two major parties. It got me curious—do these third parties actually make...

Look, the correlation between IQ and political orientation is a minefield. Studies have shown some links, sure, but they're often oversimplified. People's voting habits are shaped by a complex web of ...