We believe that philanthropy is something that everyone can – and should – be a part of. The growth in micro-donation opportunities, along with new online and mobile platforms, has empowered individuals to give how and where they want to, and more effectively than ever before. We are committed to highlighting some of the most effective and creative efforts that expand giving and promote philanthropy in everyday life.

Get Informed

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.
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 Engaged

Want to make a donation, but don't know who to go to or where to start? Check out these sites that provide helpful background information and tools as well as a way to make a direct donation all online.
Imagine what the world would be like if every time you were inspired to help someone or something, you could -- with just a few clicks of a mouse,...
Causes is the world’s largest platform for activism and philanthropy. We empower individuals to create grassroots communities called “causes” that...
"Rec.fm — a website and Facebook application based in Silicon Valley — has a mission to create, find and share your trusted recommendations for...
With our eyewear line, One for One™ means more than just giving eyeglasses. While prescription eyeglasses are a part of the holistic eye care TOMS...
Nothing could be easier than a donation on the go. If you're interesting in making a donation from your mobile device, try one of these sites.
Here's how it works: public school teachers from every corner of America post classroom project requests on DonorsChoose.org. Requests range from...
Find healthy living and sustainable businesses quickly and easily with Find Green from GenGreen Digital Media. The first green location based service...
Our goal is to provide a fast, secure, convenient and private method for nonprofit organizations to attain a new interactive donor base. Merging...
Check in at your favorite stores via your iPhone or Android and rack up Karma points to spend on causes you’re passionate about. CauseWorld lets you...
A little bit can go a long way - check out these sites that ask for everything and anything from your ideas and dollars to time and talents to help others.
Citizen Effect is driven by the idea that anyone can make a real and significant impact in the world. It is the mission of Citizen Effect to provide...
Created in 2009 in Boston, the Foundation distributes a series of monthly $1,000 grants to projects and their creators. The money is given upfront to...
MicroGiving is a crowd funding website that lets you raise money online to fund a project, cause or entrepreneurial idea and give a percent of what...
Kiva is a non-profit organization with a mission to connect people through lending to alleviate poverty. Leveraging the internet and a worldwide...
The Generation Project has three goals: Generate ideas to benefit low-income K-12 students; Generate new philanthropists by actively involving donors...
Offering gifts that change the world. Browse causes to find gifts that make a difference, or search for your favorite nonprofit to make a donation....