Millions of people turn to their friends and family each year to collect donations for charity walks and runs. They’ll usually send out a message like this one: Hello Friends! Please support my efforts in this year’s Walk for Dogs. It’s a cause dear to my heart. Help me reach my goal of $1,000 by… Read more
As we head into a new year, make the most of your charitable donations by following some of these useful tips. 1. Create a giving budget. It is always helpful to have a plan for how you want to give throughout the year. Take a moment to think about how much you can and want… Read more
In a tough economy, retailers will do everything they can to get you to part with your money, including making you feel good about your purchases by asking you to shop for a cause. Shopping to support a cause is known as “cause-related marketing.” To build brand loyalty and to set themselves apart, many companies… Read more
Michelle graduated from St. Kate’s this spring with a French major and a double minor in Communications and Philosophy. Originally hailing from the state of Montana, she’s nonetheless made herself at home in Minnesota for the past four years. Michelle also works in her alma mater’s Department of Marketing and Communications, in addition to her work… Read more
Fiona is a rising sophomore at Macalester College, where she studies Economics and Applied Math. Originally from Madison, Wisconsin, Fiona is excited to explore the Twin Cities while interning with Charities Review Council. Fiona is passionate about international nonprofits and has volunteered for Girl Up, a UN Foundation campaign that focuses on gender equity issues… Read more
