By Skirt.com, Monday, February 1, 2010, 0 comments
Betty Londergan is giving away her inheritance from her father by donating $100 a day for a year to causes, people and organizations she believes are improving the lives of others. You can send in your own suggestions at whatgives365.wordpress.com.
By Skirt.com, Thursday, January 14, 2010, 0 comments
to Doctors Without Borders and help with the crisis in Haiti. Your gift will help support emergency medical care for the many men, women, and children that have been affected by the earthquake. Donate online now!
local women. Volunteer with Rape Crisis & Sexual Assault Services at University Hospital, which is hosting volunteer training January 21-25. To sign up, call or email Dinah: 706.774.2746 or volunteerrcsas@uh.org.
the world with Earthjustice, a non-profit public interest law firm dedicated to protecting the magnificent places, natural resources, and wildlife of this earth. With hundreds of victories, this team of lawyers is protecting our planet one case at a time.
your sisters. Make it possible for women and girls of color to attend notable events around the country with Event Scholarships through SisterSong, a reproductive justice group.
By Skirt.com, Sunday, November 1, 2009, 0 comments
your journal. Louder Than Words, a series of teen-authored memoirs, is taking submissions on a rolling basis from girls ages 13-19 who are interested in writing a memoir.
By Skirt.com, Sunday, November 1, 2009, 0 comments
a life with your sweet pup. Therapy dogs are used for many things, from helping children get comfortable reading aloud to brightening up residents at assisted living communities.
By Skirt.com, Sunday, November 1, 2009, 1 comments
African girls and invest in their economic independence. Camfed (The Campaign for Female Education) works in rural African communities to support girls from primary education into young adulthood.
By Skirt.com, Thursday, October 1, 2009, 0 comments
a friend, fellow room mom or student to run for office with She Should Run. The project was started by the Women’s Campaign Forum after various studies showed that women don’t think to run for office unless someone asks. Women win at the same rate as men, get more in the pipeline!
By Skirt.com, Thursday, October 1, 2009, 0 comments
kids drink clean water simply by playing. PlayPumps are water-pumping systems that double as merry-go-rounds. Over 1,000 have been installed and the group is hoping to have 4,000 by 2010.
By Skirt.com, Thursday, October 1, 2009, 0 comments
a woman in another part of the world with Women to Women International. The group will match you up with a woman to provide financial support for job skills and rights awareness and your letters will send hope to another part of the world.
By Skirt.com, Tuesday, September 1, 2009, 1 comments
out the “Women Say No to War Coalition” and make a donation to support Iraqi women’s organizations working for Peace in the Middle East. Visit womensmediacenter.com and click on “Join a Campaign” to find out more.
By Skirt.com, Tuesday, September 1, 2009, 1 comments
is running out. One of the oldest natural landscapes in America is disappearing...mountaintop by mountaintop. Help stop mountaintop removal mining with a donation to earthjustice.org (“because the earth needs a good lawyer”).
By Skirt.com, Tuesday, September 1, 2009, 0 comments
our servicewomen. One in three women in the armed forces will fall victim to sexual assault while serving our country and domestic abuse in the military is two to five times higher than civilian rates. Contact your representative and urge her/his sponsorship of the Military Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Response Act (H.R. 840).
By cyoung1982, Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 0 comments
the wish of a potential parent. By donating even just $20 to helpusadopt.org, you fund grants for infertile mothers, fathers, and couples—regardless of race, religion, or sexual orientation.
By cyoung1982, Wednesday, November 26, 2008, 0 comments
the Ophelia Project, dedicated to creating safe social climates for all in the home, school, community and workplace. Help provide an environment where every person can reach their full potential. opheliaproject.org
20 percent off of your purchases from more than 80 participating area retailers, and support community projects that benefit women and girls by buying a Junior League Charity Shopping Pass for $40. Junior League Charity Shopping Pass / November 10 - 16
Online orders until Nov. 3 at jlmemphis.org, or call 901.452.2141.
By MerryGlenne, Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 0 comments
to a child’s excitement for a new school year by donating backpacks and school supplies to the Salvation Army. Families staying in the Salvation Army shelter are in need of all back to school items. 706.826.7933 or patrick_robinson@uss.salvationarmy.org.
By MerryGlenne, Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 0 comments
those jeans you never wear anymore to Village, 453 Highland Avenue, during Denim Days (September 10-13). Denim donations (in good condition) will score you 20% off a future purchase and you’ll feel good letting go of those skinny jeans knowing they’re going to Safe Homes. 706.729.9125
By MerryGlenne, Thursday, July 31, 2008, 0 comments
women undergoing cancer treatment how to enhance their appearance using make-up and how to disguise hair loss with wigs, turbans, scarves, and accessories. If you’re a certified cosmetologist and would like to help cancer patients “Look Good…Feel Better,” call 706.731.9900 by August 8 to enroll in the certification class.
By MerryGlenne, Thursday, July 31, 2008, 0 comments
with Sunday Afternoon Music at the Morris. Help prepare, set up and serve refreshments, greet guests, offer printed materials, locate seats in the auditorium, and listen to talented musical performances. 706.724.7501 or themorris.org.
By MerryGlenne, Thursday, July 31, 2008, 0 comments
or foster a greyhound. Greyhound Friends of Augusta, Inc. has several loyal, loving, and obedient retired greyhounds ready to be your new best friend. A racing greyhound’s career is demanding, challenging, and in many circumstances demeaning. To give a “greyt” hardworking canine a home, call 706.796.1708 or email greykiss@aol.com.
funds for Augusta Youth Center, Inc. (AYC). AYC builds children’s self esteem, teamwork, and problem-solving capabilities through its after school programs; offers computer courses for all ages; and a Clothes Closet. If you have the fundraising skills to pay help pay this nonprofit organization’s bills, call 706.724.0362.
last year’s phone book in a Telephone Book Recycling Bin and help “Keep Columbia County Beautiful.” Bins are available (until August 31) at The Government Center, 630 Ronald Regan; Fire Department Headquarters, 3910 Desoto; and Fire Department Stations: 703 Furys Ferry, 4590 Oakley Pirkle, and 2264 William Few.
the Aiken County Red Cross Sweet Charity Society, a group of women eager to make
a difference in their community. Sweet Charity Society members make a monetary donation ($100 and up) and volunteer with the Red Cross’ volunteer initiatives, including helping families whose homes were damaged by tornadoes. 803.641.4152
the forests, creeks, and open spaces that make Augusta the “Garden City” by joining the Central Savannah River Land Trust. Help preserve our region’s natural landscape and leave a legacy of beauty and environmental stewardship for generations to come.
Student: $25, Individual: $40, Family: $75. www.csrlt.org or 706.312.LAND.
a White Linen Shower for the Ronald McDonald House. Linens at the House have become threadbare with frequent washings. Help The Ronald McDonald House welcome its summer guests with new white sheets (twin and queen), bath towels, hand towels and washcloths. betts@rmhcaugusta.com or 706.724.5901.
By mlalonde, Wednesday, April 30, 2008, 0 comments
state-sponsored censorship by publishing fragments of censored material on your blog. Irrepressible.info is an Amnesty International campaign to protect freedom of expression. Internet repression occurs in countries like China, Vietnam, Tunisia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Syria, and IT companies like Yahoo! have become compliant in handing over users’ private data.
