This glittery bubbly lets you start the new year off by giving back.
If saving the world is one of your New Year resolutions (isn't it always?) then check it off by celebrating with ONE HOPE.
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charity + causes
The gift for the kid who has everything: A stylish clothing subscription box that gives back
We were pretty excited when we discovered and tried Kidbox last year, which we described like Stitchbox for kids newborn to 14 . What's especially cool is that Kidbox is giving back in a big way. For every subscription purchased, a new i…
Cool apparel and gifts that support our national parks. Now more than ever.
Ken Burns called our national park system, "America's Best Idea." And I have to say, the president's decision yesterday to eliminate more protected public land than ever before in US history -- nearly 2 million acres -- is absolutely dis…
This graphic novel anthology about reproductive health aims to educate, inspire, and support an important org.
To celebrate and support Planned Parenthood's 100th year anniversary, a group of the best in the Comics industry -- we're taking Neil Gaiman , Louise Simonson, Denny O'Neil, Andrew Aydin, Gabby Rivera, and many more! == have come togethe…
It's Giving Tuesday! Here are the orgs who will double your donation dollars.
We all try to give back all year round, but Giving Tuesday (that's today!) marks a special opportunity to make sure we get a little extra generosity in to our favorite charities before the year's end. And the best part is, whatever you d…
Our President Was Called Barack: Inspiring kids to be their best selves
I'm not going to pull punches here; like a lot of parents, I'm concerned about so many American kids growing up in an age where the normalization of a lot of really awful stuff -- hatred, bigotry, misogyny, xenophobia, mass shootings -- …
Trump's proposed tax bill will keep parents from adopting. That sucks for everyone.
As an adoptive mom, I'm committed to fighting against Trump's new tax bill that, among other things, eliminates the essential adoption tax credit for families. Here's why. Adoption is expensive. Like, crazy expensive. While it's 100% wor…
Attend this cancer charity gala...from the comfort of your own home.
Thursday night is the annual gala to raise money for Lolly's Locks , a non-profit that's donated nearly 500 fabulous wigs to women around the country going through cancer treatment. But this year there's something new about it: You can s…
Burt's Bees Baby Bee Box: A shower gift that gives back beautifully
Heads up, friends! Burt's Bees Organic has just created the ultimate practical new-mom gift, and I cannot resist it. Not only does their brand-new Baby Bee Box include all the essentials a new mom would covet for her baby, but with your …
A dedicated Boy Scout troop leader on why allowing girls into the organization won't ruin life as we know it. | Thinking: Parent
Boy Scouts of America made a huge announcement yesterday: starting next year, girls will be able to enroll in their Cub Scouting program, and by 2019 be qualified to earn the coveted Eagle Scout rank . And of course, there is much debate…
A free printable protest poster to motivate you to keep on keepin' on.
It's time for my tween daughter's room to get a decorating refresh, and I've got my eye on this this inspiring free "fight hate" printable by Vanessa at Little Gold Pixel as a starting point. Okay, so she may be a little too young for co…
How to talk to kids about tragedy and natural disaster: Helpful tips and resources.
This has been a brutal month with consecutive natural disasters, many right in the contiguous US or close to home, and our hearts are so heavy. There's Hurricane Harvey 's devastation in Texas, Hurricane Irma pounding Florida and the Vir…
Make a pledge to register voters in honor of National Voter Registration Day
As much as I love the many "National" days and weeks that help us celebrate everything from women's history to coffee , I think my all time favorite day is National Voter Registration Day. Observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in Septe…
13 effective ways to support your school if you don't have a ton of time or money
As a dedicated public school parent, two things have become abundantly clear to me over the years: 1) Schools are woefully underfunded and 2) Any school is as good as the commitment of the school community. I'll skip number one right now…
How to help the victims of Hurricane Irma: 25+ orgs that need you now
Hurricane Irma caused such severe damage in the Caribbean that it destroyed 95% of the buildings on the island of Barbuda alone. Puerto Rico is still coping with major flooding and widespread power outages. The hurricane tore through the…
Immigrants: We Get the Job Done
Here's what I'm listening to today. How about you? Immigrants: We Get The Job Done: The Hamilton Mixtapes by K'naan featuring Residente, Riz MC & Snow Tha Product And here's what I'm reading: -Read what business leaders say about DACA. -…
4 times (so far) journalists have been the lifesaving heroes of the Hurricane Harvey flooding.
When tragedy strikes, we always try to follow Mr. Roger's timeless advice to look for the helpers . And as Hurricane Harvey continues to batter Houston, we've all been so moved by the efforts of the National Guard, volunteers, emergency …
How to help the Houston flood victims: 20+ orgs that need you now
We are always encouraged that when tragedy strikes, like Hurricane Harvey in the Houston-Galveston area right now, so many people come together to ask, how can I help? Since making landfall on Friday, Hurricane Harvey has already dropped…
Tory Burch, Billie Jean King, and women's equality FTW
I'd imagine that any of our mothers -- and fathers -- who were around in 1973 fighting the "battle of the sexes" would be happy to see the progress we've made since then, but disheartened to know that issues of inequality are still being…
How well do Inkbox semi-permanent tattoos work? | Damn You, Social Media Ads
I’ve never taken the plunge to actually get a real tattoo. While Kristen's tattoos look amazing , the pain and permanence hold me back. So, when I saw the ads for semi-permanent tattoos from Inkbox in my Facebook feed over and over, I th…
The song reminding kids of all the goodness in the world, just when they need it.
This past week has been so difficult. For me, for all of us here...and probably for you. The events in Charlottesville have shined a bright light on bigotry and hate, which can do real damage to your soul. And if we feel scared and heart…
US means all of us
I was so happy to come across the beautiful US means all of us message, which started as a grassroots campaign from Selman Design to help attack ignorance and fear, especially about the Muslim-American community, while promoting equality…
Oh just a Blink-182 drum and a Chance the Rapper dirt bike for auction to support St. Jude's
Usually, the amazing feeling you get when you donate to a cause you care about is enough reason to do it. But if that cause you care about just happens to be hosting an auction featuring items like signed instruments and band memorabilia…
How you can do your back-to-school shopping affordably, while helping kids in need.
We love when big brands put energy toward doing good, especially when it positively impacts the lives of children. That's why we're so pleased to be teaming up with JCPenney, to help spread the word about their wonderful new Pair Up prog…