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Charity Tidbits

Teens make ideal volunteers

When it comes to volunteering, perhaps no group of people is better suited to volunteering their time and services than teenagers.
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Donating 101

Answering the call
What to do when a charity calls your home

In order to meet their goals and provide the services and programs to the less fortunate, charities must solicit donations.
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Choosing A Charity

Have your cake and share it, too!
Couples can use their weddings to raise money for charity

During a time when bridezillas are glamorized and over-the-top celebrity weddings are broadcast for the world, some couples are opting to do something more altruistic on their special day.

With more than $125 billion spent annually on weddings, engaged couples are welcoming the opportunity to give back as part of their wedding day. Charitable weddings are in vogue, and, thanks to the Internet, it has never been easier to use your wedding as a vehicle to raise money for charity.
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Highest rated health charities

Health charities are a popular option for charitable giving. Millions of people have health problems, and those who have a friend or family member suffering from a disease or condition often make a particular health charity a priority when making a donation.

Although many charities are worthy of a donation, some are more highly rated than others. If there is a particular cause to which you'd like to donate, then do so. If you have not made a decision on the particular health cause you'd like to support, consider these top-rated health charities, as determined by Charity Navigator, a nonprofit organization devoted to helping charitable givers make informed and intelligent giving decisions.
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Making the choice to donate to your alma mater

Students spend four (or more) years paying tuition to their school. Upon graduation, many students find that the requests for donations begin with zeal. Whether or not to donate is entirely up to the individual.
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Results important when choosing a charity

When choosing a charity, individuals often find it difficult to narrow down the list of deserving candidates. A host of factors must come into consideration, but most individuals end up choosing a charity they have some personal connection with.
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