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Want to help make your community, your town-your world-a better place, but don't know where to begin? "How To Be An Everyday Philanthropist" shows ... read full description

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Feb 21, 2010
Jennifer rated it: 4 of 5 stars
It is the annual season of giving and there is no shortage of requests for donations to charitable causes both in our local areas and nationwide. While someone, somewhere is in dire need of help, it seems as though the demand is higher than ever before. People, families, and children less fortunate than us desperately need a helping hand. The sheer numbers are overwhelming to be sure, but there is a lot we can do that does not always entail writing a check.

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Jul 27, 2011
Elizabeth rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Wow. Who knew there were so many ways to donate time -- a little or a lot -- and even small amounts of money to make such a difference in the world? Nicole Boles did, and she shared them with us in this book. No matter what you're interested in, no matter what you can do or think you can't do, no matter whether it's tough to scrape up even a penny to donate or you just don't know what to do to get the most bang for your charitable buck, whether you're single, married, have kids, pets, or whateve More...
Jan 29, 2010
Hannah rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Oh man, what a great book! I learned so many ways to help others without using having money. Being a broke post-grad, these remind me that there are ways I can contribute even though I'm not rich like Bono. :)
Nov 15, 2009
Cher rated it: 3 of 5 stars
An excellent source of ideas & ways to do good for people with concrete detailed examples and contact information for organizations.
Feb 10, 2010
Andrew rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Quick read, filled with good information, especially busy balancing work and raising families.
Mar 03, 2011
Caroline rated it: 4 of 5 stars
This book was a great reminder of how you can be thoughtful and kind on a daily basis and make the world a better place. No huge revelations but a few good ideas and just a reminder to be mindful and to look for those opportunities to uplift or help others.
Aug 04, 2010
David rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Wonderful book full of great, simple ideas of ways we can help our communities and people in need. There are many ways we can be philanthropic, and it doesn't always require money!
Dec 11, 2011
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Jun 04, 2010
Jennifer rated it: 4 of 5 stars