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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Code for America enlists the talent of the web industry into public service to use their skills to solve core problems facing our communities. We...
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Idealist connects people, organizations, and resources to help build a world where all people can live free and dignified lives. Idealist is...
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Every day, across the world, people like you start campaigns on Change.org to fight for issues they care about — and the Change.org team works to...
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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.
Youth Venture's mission is to build a global movement of young people being powerful now, changemakers now. This is the foundation for an "everyone a...
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HandsOn Volunteer Leaders drive social change. All across our country and our world, people are investing their time, ideas, resources and...
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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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It's up to us to make the world a better place. SnapImpact makes it ridiculously easy to drive change in your community by donating your time to...
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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 National League of Cities has developed the "Authentic Youth Civic Engagement: A Guide for Municipal Leaders." Its detailed contents contain all...
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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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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!
Take this quiz over at Pew Research Center to find out if you're a true "Millennial" - and compare your answers to respondents from a nation-wide...
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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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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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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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A short quiz on acknowledging and thanking your donors and reporting on their money's impact.
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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.
We recommend these insightful pieces for anyone wanting practical advice and commentary on leveraging related tools and platforms for good.
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.
