In this episode of the Charity Charge Show, we interview Shelli Brunswick, an author and speaker with a diverse background in the military and nonprofit sectors. Shelli shares her journey from the US Air Force to her current role as a motivational speaker and author, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, lifelong learning, and effective communication […]
In a recent conversation, Stephen Garten sat down with Abby James, Head of Google Ad Grants at Nonprofit Megaphone…
Discover detailed ways nonprofits can use gift cards—from donor engagement and volunteer appreciation to client support, fundraising priz…
From viral social media challenges to visually compelling storytelling, the nonprofit marketing examples in this guide showcase how organization…
Google Ad Grants are a great way for nonprofits to get free advertising on Google. With a $10,000 per month ad spend, nonprofits can promote…
This guide provides actionable tips and strategies for nonprofit advertising, helping you to maximize your impact while staying within budget…
Discover stunning nonprofit website designs that effectively combine visual appeal with functionality to engage supporters, tell compelling storie…
These Salt Lake City nonprofits are deeply integrated into the fabric of the city, working across various sectors to address social, environmental, and economic issues…
This article explores 12 of these impactful Baltimore nonprofits, from environmental advocates like Blue Water Baltimore to health champions like Moveable Feast, each embodying a commitment to improve life in Baltimore.
This article delves into these influential Atlanta nonprofits, each with a distinct mission, rich history, and substantial impact on the city’s landscape…
This article highlights Detroit nonprofits that are leading the way in community impact, showcasing their missions, histories, and the profound effects they have on the city’s landscape…
These small business nonprofits are pivotal in nurturing the growth and sustainability of small enterprises. Here’s a look at small business nonprofits that are significantly impacting the business landscape…
This article explores ten essential tools and nonprofit metrics crucial for assessing a nonprofit’s success, providing leaders with the insights needed to steer their organizations towards their mission objectives effectively…
A compelling brand not only captures the essence of your mission but also connects emotionally with donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries, inspiring action and support. Here are ten best practices for building a robust and resilient nonprofit brand…
While social media has been a front-runner for these efforts, relying solely on it comes with risks. This is where the power of a strong nonprofit email list comes into play. Here are ten compelling reasons why nonprofits should focus on building and maintaining a robust email list…
For nonprofits looking to elevate their marketing and fundraising efforts, here are ten of the best marketing automation tools available…
here are 10 actionable steps to elevate your email marketing efforts and boost nonprofit fundraising success…
Breast cancer is a universal challenge facing an army of dedicated and well-equipped soldiers. This army of family and friends of breast cancer patients…
Charity Charge is excited to highlight the important and groundbreaking nonprofits we partner with that are committed to serving others every day. In celebration of Independence Day, we’re taking the first week of July to highlight our partner organizations that deeply impact their communities. [blogLeadIframe formurl=”https://go.charitycharge.com/l/888623/2024-05-10/3nvzyn” headertext=”Download our checklist of the best free nonprofit tools […]
The Mill at Anselma was named a National Historic Landmark in 2005, although the organization has been celebrating the property and its rich history since…
The Austin Diaper Bank is making big impacts as a member of the National Diaper Bank Network. Since 2013, the organization has been working through local…
Each year, Impact Network serves over 6,000 students across over 40 schools in rural Zambia and provides them with a quality education. Impact Network’s…
With a mission to encourage the health and happiness of pediatric cancer patients, the Toby Keith Foundation supports and operates OK Kids Korral, a home…
For the last two decades, Hill Country Conservancy (HCC) has preserved large strategic tracts of open space that conserve critical water features, preserve…
Say hello to Austin Pets Alive. APA is not your typical shelter setting, their innovative programs save more than 6,000 animals from euthanasia annually…
Meet Team Austin, a non-profit organization, developing Austin’s entrepreneurial community through education, networking, and social impact…
Say hello to Yoga Foster. Yoga Foster empowers teachers to bring yoga and mindfulness into their classroom through virtual programs. The work is powered by…
Meet Kenton Lee, founder of Because International. Kenton traveled the world to gain perspective and see firsthand the issues happening in developing countries. One day while working and living at an orphanage in Nairobi, Kenya in Eastern Africa, Kenton saw a little girl in a white dress walking next to him…
Meet Lorena Alexandra Gomez, a cancer survivor, Instagrammer, and native Puerto Rican, using her influence to support her country and the kids who will become its future. As a Puerto Rican Lorena is on a mission to leave a legacy behind to other natives in difficult circumstances. Lorena’s support for the Fundación Hogar Niñito […]
Implementing green space has never been more crucial to America’s urban settings. In a time of rapid climate change, over-consumption, and increased risks…
Hurricane Irma victims require recovery efforts of all sorts. Rebuilding will take immeasurable resources and months of living without normalcy…
Meet Justin Garoutte, an inspiring educator and the Executive Director of Conejos Clean Water. Justin recently returned to Conejos County, CO with plans…
The problem of hunger is being combated by a variety of different food organizations throughout the country and around the world…
Meet Christian Center of Park City(CCPC), a humanitarian community resource center that helps improve the lives of people and communities through meeting immediate and basic needs, serving as a leading networker of community resources, offering counseling and care support, and by giving hope to those we serve. Focusing primarily on the population centers of Summit and Wasatch Counties, […]
The founding friend group of Guitars for Glory (GFG) puts faith and music first. Their goal to, “put guitars and instruments in the hands of churches, schools, missionaries, and orphanages” has become a reality with the donation of over 130 instruments in 25 countries since their formation in 2013. Their key partners are organizations […]
Mealshare is committed to ending youth hunger “within our lifetime.” Their methods enable and equip people everywhere to join their mission without asking charitable participants to make changes in their own lives. Mealshare operations imitate those of TOMS “one for one” model. They are empowered to donate a meal to a child in need […]
The GiveDirectly vision is very simple. Aim to reshape international giving by making direct transfers to those living in extreme poverty(living on less…
In August of 2009, the Soccer Shots partners founded The Soccer Shots Foundation, the non-profit arm of Soccer Shots. The foundation provides opportunities…
Ramon ‘Absoloot’ Robinson is an independent recording artist and community figure from North Lauderdale, Florida who has something to share with everyone. Dedicated to making music with a message, Absoloot lives what he raps while using his performances as a platform for positive change. Since founding his own record label, As I Am Records, […]
#HashtagLunchbag is an online and offline giving movement that is filling the stomachs and souls of people around the world. What started as a fun way for a group of friends to give back during the holidays in 2012 has flourished into a global phenomenon that empowers everyone to give back and have fun […]
Blooming With Autism provides families with the resources they need to help individuals with autism flourish. Jodi Davis, founder…
The Side Out Foundation, founder of Dig Pink®, teams with the volleyball community to inspire science and hope in the match against breast cancer…
Love for the Elderly brings joy into the lives of senior citizens through simple acts of human kindness. Founded in 2013 by high-school student Jacob Cramer, the organization aims to inspire others to connect with elders and bridge the pre-existing age barriers through programs such as Letters of Love (a handwritten letter-writing program that […]
SAVE THE FROGS! is a worldwide movement dedicated to protecting the world’s rapidly disappearing amphibian species. Founded in 2008…
The Inspiring Project intends to reduce and eliminate bullying and suicidal thoughts or actions in teenagers today through social media. It started as an…
Founded in 1984 by a group of friends in Utah, Best Friends Animal Society wants to bring about a time when there are No More Homeless Pets…
Ann Wheatley is Vice President at Global Impact — a nonprofit organization that provides public and private donors with effective ways to give to causes…
1% for the Planet is a global organization that connects dollars and doers to address the most pressing issues facing our planet. We are a network…
Cam Houser is the CEO of 3 Day Startup — a nonprofit dedicated to providing students around the world with the tools they need to pursue their…
Check out the seven ventures leading the charge on positive environmental change and innovation. We know that there are so many more amazing organizations doing great work in this sector, and eventually we will shed some light on the great work they are doing as well. 350.org This nonprofit should top your charity wish list if […]
Here are some ways that you can upgrade your nonprofit’s digital brand this year – embrace a holistic approach that encompasses your website an…
That’s where The Adventure Project comes in. We take a different approach to global poverty. While working in developing countries, we heard stories that…
Here is the first episode of Charity Chats, our new series where we highlight amazing nonprofits and the work they are doing to make the world a better place! In our inaugural episode, Sarah Saxton-Frump the Director of College Completion and co-founder of PelotonU talks about how they give adults a chance at getting a […]
The last month of the year was busy here at Charity Charge HQ, but also relaxed as we wound down for the holidays. It’s great to be incredibly productive and then be able to sit back and enjoy time with friends and family knowing you deserve the down time. CCTV Episode 002 | Dan Austin […]
DivInc Brings Diversity to the Tech Industry and Shares the “How” and “Why” With Charity Charge TV Did someone say diversity? This facet of the American workforce is a prevalent issue and practically inescapable among discussion with the ever-debating millennial generation who recognize its absence in their places of employment. We thought this topic would […]
With everyone in position and a bit of backstage scrambling, the producer gave his go ahead and spoke, “We’re live in 3-2-1.” And for the first time, Charity Charge TV was live on Facebook. This premier episode featured Chelsea Collier, one of five co-founders of Impact Hub- Austin. Chelsea was quick to introduce her work […]
It’s been another great month here at Charity Charge HQ. We want to share all that we’ve done with you in this November issue of The Charge in Review Behind the Charge We put out our first episode of Behind the Charge this month, which details the first day of our trip to New York […]
“Philanthropy is important because it strengthens the individual while also strengthening the community. That mutually beneficial relationship can inspire an invaluable transformation within everyone involved.” Musician, traveller, and meditator. Volunteer, reader, and engineer. Jeremy Glick is a man of many motions–but above all, he is a community leader. As an engineering business consultant, Jeremy knows […]
“All mistakes are lessons to be learned and challenges to be overcome.” Speed bumps on life’s road can produce an unexpected change of pace, but Cameron Harris always adapts with patience and a smile on her face. Moving away from her hometown of Short Hills, New Jersey to attend college in Virginia confronted Cameron with […]
“While the need remains great, the money to run a non-profit business is not always there.” I am just an ordinary person but let me tell you about my charity, Selfless Blessing Inc. A few years ago, Andrea Berdine was shopping at a thrift store during cold weather when a homeless man came in to […]
Thousands of charities and their volunteers rise up and speak out against social injustices. Issues regarding youth and family often go unnoticed but are statistically likely to impact someone in each of our lives. Problems of and responses to youth and family come in many varieties and we delve into several here. The Charity […]
We had a busy month in September, it was great and very productive, we wanted to give you an update on our activities. Check it out! KaBOOM! Volunteer Day The Charity Charge team went out to Hutto, TX to help build a playground with KaBOOM!. They are an outstanding nonprofit that is dedicated to bringing […]
Hunger is a worldwide issue that impacts the lives of hardworking individuals each and every day. In the US, 48.1 million people live in food insecure households, including 15.5 million children. The problem of hunger is being tackled by a variety of different organizations throughout the country and around the world. While the solution might […]
Charity Charge is growing fast; sometimes it is hard to keep up so we want to send out a little recap of the last month for everyone following along! Charity Chats We recently rolled out two new episodes of Charity Chats featuring the Central Texas Food Bank, the Thinkery & GENaustin with many more on […]
“Giving back is about offering part of yourself to another for support, love, and understanding.” Detroit, Prague, and Bangkok. Roller skating, surfing, and soccer. Nothing can keep Sabrina Must grounded, she lives life with a contagious tenacity, and she wants you to do the same. During her downtime as a global nomad and outdoor adventurer, […]
“Empathy is incredibly important. We’d be nowhere in this world if we didn’t help each other out once-in awhile, especially the people who need it the most.” -Adele Hazan Who is Adele Hazan? She could be described as an eager Chicagoan who loves to warmly explore the city of Austin, Texas. She could be […]
When she was young, Elizabeth Davis was in the hospital for three months. She was struck by the positive impact made by the Child Life Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children and their families overcome life’s most trying challenges, and has since dedicated her career to helping others. As a young trustee for […]
“Greatest gift of living is to give, don’t you get it?” -Grant Trahant A New Orleans native, social entrepreneur, good samaritan, artist — it is impossible to describe Grant Trahant, creator of Causeartist.com, with any one single label or vocation. That first line is not something Grant said, it’s something his alter ego Grant Wish […]
‘Doing good’ in my mind isn’t about grand gesture or big checks, it’s about the small acts that, little by little, add up to create something big. – Katherine Owens “Hi, my name is Katherine Owens. I am originally from Birmingham, Alabama, but I lived in Austin, Texas for four years before making my way […]
“I think suffering in any area produces perseverance, character and lessons I can help others learn. It would be a shame not to share what I have found.” -Nicole Murphy I am Nicole Murphy from Santa Fe, New Mexico and I am currently living in Austin, Texas. I am interested in supporting alcoholic and drug […]
“Getting outside myself and volunteering for a cause I believe in always helps me to move past my own problems and focus on others” -Olivia Hayden Olivia Hayden won’t waste a word. The brisk style she employs to describe her work and motivations is a tell-tale signature of the kind of person who would much […]
To me, the most important thing we humans do is build community and togetherness.” -Rad Wood With five siblings and two parents, what Radney Wood and his family lacked in material wealth they more than made up for with abundant love and kindness. It’s clear growing up in a full house instilled in Rad an […]
“Feeling alive is such a gift and why not give the gift of living to all!” -Teresa Green Giving is natural. It’s almost like an instinct–a reflex triggered by an awareness of others’ suffering. It’s why we stop to ask someone who tripped on the sidewalk during their morning run if they’re okay even though […]
Why do the right thing? “Because it’s the only thing worth doing” -Sarah Covey Born from a family of strong and inspiring women, Sarah Covey was never given a good reason to doubt herself or her passions. This sort of organic confidence is perhaps the best fertilizer for success, which Sarah has achieved as […]
The number of children in need of critical health care increased in recent years and so have the costs of medical treatment. Fortunately there are a growing number of nonprofits to help those who are not yet capable of helping themselves… The HEARTest Yard was started by Carolina Panther Tight End Greg Olsen, […]
7.8 million direct beneficiaries. The Whole Planet Foundation has given 1.4 million loans to entrepreneurs across the globe in an effort to eliminate poverty in 69 countries where Whole Foods Market sources its products. Olivia Hayden describes the foundation’s mission as having a pro-poor approach: “We don’t give a hand-out to people, we give a […]
Meet Ian Hallet, Vice President of Emancipet. Their mission to provide affordable and accessible veterinary care makes an indirect, yet powerfully positive impact on the physical and emotional well being of the owners. Our pets love us, accept us, and bring us unconditional joy. They’re always there for us, and financial status shouldn’t prevent us […]
Part of the reason we at Charity Charge love festivals such as South by Southwest is because we get to meet wonderful entrepreneurs who are breaking the business mold by going above and beyond. This was the case with Bombas socks, which you may recall shared the discussion floor with Charity Charge at the WeWork […]
South by Southwest came and went… And we had a great time! With only about a month before we go live, Charity Charge had the opportunity to spread the news and hype for the upcoming launch. We were incredibly fortunate to have been invited to a series of events, from participating in social entrepreneurship panels […]
Creativity-fueled generosity is something that we at Charity Charge live for. Especially when humor, with the help of social media, is able to spread the message to the masses. This was the case with the recently launched #HelpKenyaNotKanye project. It consists of a simple scrolling site that encourages visitors to donate to causes such as […]
The Giving Pledge is an initiative redefining philanthropy among the world’s wealthiest individuals. By committing to donate the majority of their we…
The Benefit Corporation arose from the unmet need that the traditional business model left when companies dared to venture into projects…
The dudes at Charity Charge have a dude-centric charity we need you to know about. ZERO: The End of Prostate Cancer is spearheading a movement to eliminate prostate cancer. Founded in 1996 by the American Urological Association, the American Cancer Society, and US TOO prostate cancer support network, ZERO was modeled after the National Breast […]
Hello Charity Chargers. We continue our Spotlight series with NYC-based charity, The Endometriosis Foundation of America. The medical nonprofit has contributed substantially to medical research with their ROSE study, created community awareness with the ENPOWR education project, hosted medical conferences and benefits, and transformed the lives of thousands women and girls across the U.S., where one in ten women […]
At Charity Charge HQ, it’s not uncommon for the conversation to turn to a discussion of our favorite nonprofits. While we love discovering new charities run by millennials, we can’t ignore decades-old organizations that are still leading the pack and making the world a better place. On tap today: Mercy Ships. Founded in 1976 by […]
Hello from New York. We’re currently in the city for a round of meetings, including one today with Pencils of Promise. The education-focused nonprofit is a Charity Charge favorite and the perfect subject for our first post in a series of charity spotlights and profiles. Founded by Adam Braun in 2008, Pencils of Promise (PoP) is […]
Have you ever seen a charity commercial and scoffed because they use donations to buy TV time? If you answered yes, you’re A) not a terrible person and B) not alone at all. In speaking with countless friends, advisors, foundation representatives, and strangers about the world of giving, one common complaint ties into a double standard […]
*Time Capsule: This was the first ever Charity Charge Blog Post! We’ve changed a lot since 2015, but it’s fun to take a look back in time: Welcome to Charity Charge! We’re happy you’re here. We are an Austin, Texas-based startup and our mission is to make donating to charity as easy as using a […]