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.
There's no shortage of important information and stories, and it can be hard to stay on top of what matters and get the full picture. SparkAction's...
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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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City Year was founded on the belief that young people can change the world. City Year’s vision is that one day the most commonly asked question of a...
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Atlas Service Corps, Inc. (Atlas Corps), started in 2006, is an international network of nonprofit leaders and organizations that promotes...
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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.
United We Serve is a nationwide service initiative that helps meet growing social needs resulting from the economic downturn. With the knowledge that...
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All for Good helps you to find and share volunteer activities with friends, family and colleagues. The site brings together listings from...
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MTV's A Thin Line campaign was developed to empower you to identify, respond to, and stop the spread of digital abuse in your life and amongst your...
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Catchafire matches professionals who want to give their skills with nonprofits and social enterprises that need their help. We match professionals...
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Looking for examples and resources on how to better engage your constituents? Check out these feature resources…
At the Case Foundation we are champions of all strategies that put citizens at the center of decision-making and empower them to take charge of the...
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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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Votizen provides an authenticated platform that directly connects registered voters and elected officials through social networks, making civic...
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Technology has made it fast and easy to contact Congress, but how well is it working? SparkAction and the National Conference on Citizenship...
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Ready to test your knowledge in this area? Take a quiz or two and see how you do!
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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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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A short quiz on acknowledging and thanking your donors and reporting on their money's impact.
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Thinking about volunteering? Take this quiz to discover what kind of service best suits your personality.
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Take this Wall Street Journal quiz and find out who gives, how much they give and whom they give to.
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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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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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