We believe the best solutions come when citizens are placed at the center of finding creative solutions to challenges that affect them, their communities and our society. Learn more about the people, ideas and tools that exemplify how active community engagement can make a significant difference in the world, and opportunities for you to take action and get involved.
Get Engaged
Looking for a specific organization? Check out our list highlighting several organizations that are leading the way in this field and helping to advance social good.
Splashlife is more than a company — it’s a movement. It's you, it's us, it's the intern at the next computer, and the guy serving you coffee at your...
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Our 24 years of work to scale up the engagement of children and youth continues, with young people today volunteering at record rates, more than any...
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GHC believes that a global movement of individuals and organizations fighting for improved health outcomes and access to healthcare for the poor is...
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Founded in 1946 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1953, the National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC) is a leader in advancing our nation’s civic...
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There are many ways to volunteer and support an organization. Be sure to make the most out of your experience by checking out these platforms and resources for, and about, volunteering.
GreatNonprofits is the leading developer of tools that allow people to find, review, and share information about great -- and perhaps not yet great...
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BrightWorks is a micro-volunteering app that allows charities to get projects and tasks completed for free online by a global volunteer community, in...
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generationOn is the global youth service movement igniting the power of all kids to make their mark on the world. As the youth division of Points of...
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The goal of ItStartsWith.Us is to build a global community of individuals focused on making a positive impact in the lives of the people around them...
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Looking for examples and resources on how to better engage your constituents? Check out these feature resources…
Votizen provides an authenticated platform that directly connects registered voters and elected officials through social networks, making civic...
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The Partnership for Public Service is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works to revitalize our federal government by inspiring a new...
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The WHY I LIFT campaign is an annual campaign in which LIFT volunteers across the country share their story of why they LIFT, share the LIFT mission...
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NowPublic is a multimedia online news magazine where you can make, break, shape, and share international news as it happens. NowPublic offers its 5...
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Ready to test your knowledge in this area? Take a quiz or two and see how you do!
Thinking about volunteering? Take this quiz to discover what kind of service best suits your personality.
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Answer these five simple questions from iVolunteer.org to discover what kind of volunteer you really are and how you can best give back in your...
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Head over to the History Channel and test your knowledge about United States history, civics and government.
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Have you been thinking about starting a new volunteering gig, but aren’t quite sure what would be a good fit for you? Try this quiz and share your...
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A short quiz on acknowledging and thanking your donors and reporting on their money's impact.
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Are you up to the task? Each month ZimNotes will feature a one-question quiz to help ensure you know basic but critical information about fundraising...
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Get Connected
People to follow
Check out the top movers and shakers tweeting about social good. Follow them to stay informed on the latest news, tips, and examples to keep you inspired. To learn more about Twitter and how you can use it, be sure to visit our Twitter Toolbox.
Recent Tweets
Here are some of the latest tweets in real time from those we follow. We’ve used popular hashtags (keywords) to find specific tweets about this subject.
Blog Roll
We’ve highlighted a few of the must read blogs on this subject. Check them out to get different perspectives on the issue from leaders in the field. To learn more about blogs and how you create one, be sure to visit our Blogging Toolbox.
Blog Roll
Keep up with related news and information by reading the latest posts published from those on our blog roll.We recommend “liking” these individuals and organizations on Facebook so you can join their engaging conversations and observe best practices at work. To learn more about Facebook and how you can use it, be sure to visit our Facebook Toolbox.
Get Informed
Stay on top of the latest trends and information with the most recent articles and videos from around the web.
Our editors have scoured the Web for the best content out there to help you become a more effective champion of your cause.
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We recommend these insightful pieces for anyone wanting practical advice and commentary on leveraging related tools and platforms for good.
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From interviews and step-by-step guides to campaign examples, these featured videos will help you learn more about and navigate the world of social good.
For a more in-depth look at this issue, we’ve selected several important publications that will provide you with related research, analysis and case studies.
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