High school and college students have raised more than $300 million “For the Kids” at 170 children’s hospitals across North America since 1991. They achieved this one dance step at a time, often standing and dancing up to 36 hours at a stretch, raising funds primarily through P2P requests (peer-to-peer). This two-minute video encapsulates the… Read more »
If you are like our family, you are often looking for options for giving outside of piling the living room (and your house) with presents. Instead, there are ways that you can encourage philanthropy, give back directly, and create a tradition of doing good. We’ve compiled four tips to consider this holiday season: Start a… Read more »
How did native Iowan Ellie Moore learn about philanthropy? How is she making a difference today? We asked Moore, a current master’s in philanthropic studies student, about her early experiences with philanthropy, what she’s learned from the program so far, and her future goals. How did you first become involved with philanthropy growing up? Ellie… Read more »
By Crystal Jones Director of Development Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter utilizes volunteers to support programs and services provided by the organization as well as fundraising efforts to support their mission. Stephanie Laskey, program director at the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana… Read more »
By Adrianne Robertson Writer and Content Strategist Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health With the coronavirus pandemic the world is facing, the need for volunteers and community activism is growing. Many individuals and families are without jobs or steady income, or unable to find food and other basic needs due to business/school closures and… Read more »