Same Sky’s “women-helping-women” mission teaches the Rwandan artisans to be self-sufficient, giving them full-time employment, and the chance to become economically independent.

The holiday season is officially upon us. The malls are filled with a frenzy of shoppers, looking for the perfect gift for their friends and family. Instead of gifts this year, my family has chosen to go Global – GlobalGiving that is.

There is no greater time than childhood – a time when your job is to truly be a kid – having fun with friends, running around freely outside and letting your imagination take you on wild journeys near and far are all in a day’s work for a child.

The Pajama Program is an incredible organization that works tirelessly to provide new pajamas and books to children in need, many who are waiting and hoping to be adopted.

Jade Sims is the founder of Craft Hope, a volunteer organization that designs, creates, and donates handmade crafts and necessities to those less fortunate.

Fall is around the corner which means exciting things to come – back to school, sports, clubs, PTA meetings and the tremendous amount of opportunity to help others in need.

Volunteering can boost mental health; it’s a great way to stay connected socially; and those social connections help buffer stress and get a person through hard times. Women tend to be more adept at maintaining social ties, and volunteer activities can further strengthen a woman’s social network. Also, volunteering can provide a sense of purpose and vitality, key elements in helping stave off the depression that sometimes accompanies aging and isolation. 

Make change without short-changing your family and even boosting your career. 
With 83% of VolunteerMatch.org users being women, and so many moms in the volunteer force, the math suggests that moms with a mission can easily get plugged in. Here are some steps you can take toward becoming a volunteer:

If you think about it, that's a lot of pressure to put on us solo and micropreneurs. Guess we better not go to the grocery store in those old sweat pants and that "vintage" t-shirt that could be...let's just say "slightly inappropriate." Just always remember you are the face of your business!