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Spectacular Side Dishes

Easy recipes you can make ahead of time for a stress-free holiday meal. More

Article | April 26, 2013

Cooking in the Developing World

Nancy Hughes and her organization Stove Team International brings safe, fuel-efficient stoves to the developing world. More

Article | September 17, 2012

Singer Virgil Gibson Performs to Raise Funds for Kids in Need

Singer Virgil Gibson from The Platters talks about his efforts to help troubled children gain confidence by volunteering for Shining Star Kids of America and more. More

Article | September 10, 2012

The Voluntourist

Author Ken Budd’s quest for clarity has taken him to many places where he volunteers. He describes them in his compelling book: The Voluntourist. More

Article | June 8, 2012

A Thirst for Change

My Generation journeys along with the man known to locals as “Chief Living Water” to discover how he transforms the quality of life for thousands upon thousands of people. More

Article | May 8, 2012

Peace and Love

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Peace Corps with a loving couple brought together by a burning desire to serve others. More

Article | March 1, 2012

Volunteer—Earthquake and Oil Disaster Projects

Your next vacation can serve as a get-away for you, which may also help those in need. More

Article | November 16, 2011

'Swinging a Hammer, Swinging a Brush'

U.S. Rep. Doris Matsu describes the events she is participating in for the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. Including, Hands On Sacramento, Habitat for Humanity and NeighborWorks. More

Article | November 16, 2011

The Third Wave: A Volunteer Story

Alison Thompson tells in her book, The Third Wave: A Volunteer Story, how you volunteer and make a difference to those affected by global disasters areas around the world. More

Article | October 19, 2011

AARP’s Create the Good—Win and Do Good Contest and Sweepstakes

It’s great to give back and one way to do that is to register for AARP’s Create the Good Win and Do Good Contest and Sweepstakes. More

Article | August 26, 2011