While charities and community organizations always appreciate monetary donations, a lack of cash doesn't mean that you can't support good causes. There are many things that you can do to help organizations that you believe in even when money is tight. Use the following ideas to make a difference without having to spend money: Attend a Blood Drive Blood, plasma, and platelets are always in high demand, and blood drives are held on a regular basis by a number of organizations.
23 May 2016
Drug treatment programs can be challenging, and conquering drug addiction is an extremely difficult process. So if there is any factor that might help make the addiction treatment more effective, chances are that researchers have tried it. One type of rehab center is single-gender, where patients are separated by gender or sexual orientation. Do these programs have any better odds of succeeding than mixed-gender programs? Benefits of a Women-Only Program
31 January 2016
If you've incurred student loan debt during college or graduate school but are having trouble finding a full-time job that provides enough income to repay these loans, you may be wondering about your options. Although some student loan servicers will allow you to defer your loans or make only income-based payments until your income increases, this will usually cause your total balance to rise over time. What can you do to help pay down your student loans?
29 July 2015
If you're like most Americans, you'd much rather receive a hefty refund at tax time than a bill (or even breaking even). You may also feel it's important to contribute to a local or national charitable organization, either by providing time, services, or cash. Fortunately, the IRS and state departments of revenue have given taxpayers a way to combine these two desires by permitting the deduction of certain charitable expenses -- either as a way to lower income or as an actual tax credit that can put money back in your pocket.
22 May 2015
If your teen has been thinking about volunteering abroad over the summer, you might be torn on the idea. Although you might understand some of the benefits of a teen volunteering overseas, you could be worried about your child's safety or could assume that your son or daughter should start focusing on college instead. Even though your concerns are certainly understandable, however, there are many reasons why spending a summer abroad could be a great thing for your teen.
7 May 2015