Should I Join the Peace Corps? – Benefits & Drawbacks of...
Want to see the world and experience other cultures? The Peace Corps may be right for you. Each year, approximately 15,000 to 18,000 Americans...
8 Ways to Volunteer Abroad for Free (or on the Cheap)
Volunteering overseas can be a great opportunity. It can allow you to do some good in the world, explore a new culture, meet new...
What Is the Freecycle Network – Give & Get Free Stuff
When you’re on a tight budget, you need to stretch every dollar as far as it can go. Freecycle helps people give things away to those who can use them. While there are some downsides, Freecycle is easy to use and good for both your wallet and the environment. Here’s how it works.
6 Tips to Save on Wedding Expenses as a Guest
It's no secret that the bride, groom, and their respective families often pay big money on the betrothed's nuptials. Even small, intimate weddings can...
7 Homemade Photo Crafts That Make Great Gifts
Every family seems to have a member who either has everything, or desires nothing - yet we still feel obligated to give them a...
8 Ways to Shop for a Cause This Holiday Season
'Tis the season for cooking, baking, laughing, singing, and of course, shopping. After all, what is the holiday season for if not the joy of...
40 Best Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas (on Every Budget)
Mother’s Day typically conjures images of brunch buffets and family gatherings. This year promises to be one of the most unique in living memory. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still shower Mom with love on any budget.
40 Father’s Day Gift Ideas for New or Expecting Dads (on...
While new moms and babies garner the majority of attention and gifts, once Baby’s born, dads find themselves in the parenthood trenches too. From late-night feedings to Gymboree classes to diaper changes, Dad’s going to need just as much gear as Mom. And there’s a gift for him at any price point.
Where to Donate Used or Old Clothes to Charity
I have a bad habit of buying clothes and never wearing them, or buying something specifically for one occasion and never wearing it again....
A Refreshing Approach To Holiday Bonus Giving
Check out this article from USA TODAY about a bank in Fargo, North Dakota that gave $1,000 holiday bonuses to employees.
This bonus was not...
The Power of Random Acts of Kindness and 18 Ways &...
"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give."
-Sir Winston Churchill
Did you know that there are 13...
What to Write in a Thank You Card – 4 Tips...
It seems as if the world has almost forgotten the art of letter writing. The Pew Research Center found that 75% of cellphone owners text,...
