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LCAC Recognizes Local School Teacher with Founder’s Award

Longtime Lorton resident and Fairfax County school teacher, Barbara Rizer, was recognized by the Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC) for her tireless dedication to helping…

Why Companies who Emulate the Fairy Tale Nature of GKTW’s Work Environment will Improve their Employee Engagement Initiatives.

I recently spoke at The 2012 ACCP Annual Conference on Corporate Contributions In Orlando, Florida.  ACCP (Association of Corporate Contributions Professionals) is a nonprofit advocacy…

How to Write a Perfect Donor Thank-You: A Template and Example

The Network for Good recognized Community First member A Wider Circle (AWC) in a recent blog posting. They praised AWC for their ability to write…

Ensure More Big Victories for Animals in 2012

2011 was year of big accomplishments for animals. Ensure more victories in 2012 by supporting The Humane Society Of The United States.

LCAC Recognizes Local School Teacher with Founder’s Award

Lorton, VA – Longtime Lorton resident and Fairfax County school teacher, Barbara Rizer, was recognized by the Lorton Community Action Center (LCAC) for her tireless…

2012 Member Orientation PowerPoint Presentation

This is the PowerPoint presentation from the 3/15 Member Orientation and 3/19 webinar.   2012 Member Orientation PowerPoint Presentation

City of Orlando Employees Raise More than $445,000 Through Workplace Giving

Through the City of Orlando’s Workplace Giving Campaign, more than $445,000 in donations was distributed to 464 charity organizations at the City Council meeting Monday.…

Featured Charity: United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)

Did you know more than 65% of people served by UCP have disabilities OTHER than Cerebral Palsy? From disabilities evidenced from birth to traumatic brain…

Pet Therapy: How Children’s Inn at NIH is Using Animals And Humans to Heal Each Other

Those of us who own pets know they make us happy. But a growing body of scientific research is showing that our pets can also…

Businesses Need to Encourage, Educate Investors on Value of Corporate Philanthropy

During Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy’s annual conference this week, top U.S. CEOs said business leaders should step up to help tackle social problems and educate…

Video Gamers Raise $150,000 for the Prevent Cancer Foundation

Video gamers often are portrayed as slackers. But at a video marathon last month, participants proved to be adept fundraisers. The video-game enthusiasts from the…

Get Your Supporters to Show Their Love for You Today!

Did you know that your existing supporters’ opinions can significantly help your fundraising? They can when your supporters write reviews about your organization and post…