Welcome to our Giving Back section. Enjoy inspiring features on moms making a difference; tips to better your community; and ideas for giving back, volunteering, and serving others. This list spotlights our most popular posts, or scroll down for the most recent tips, ideas, and inspiration.
Child Safety: Traffic Safety Tips for the Fallgiving back • bettering communities
The end of summer always makes me feel like a kid again—excited about going back to school and catching up with friends. Mostly, I remember back-to-school season as an exciting time to be a kid. It’s also an ideal time for parents to review safety guidelines to keep their children…
Water Conservation: Do I Have to Shorten My Shower to Save the Earth?giving back • moms making a difference
I love taking long showers. I just don’t feel awake and ready to start my day until I’ve had a good, long, hot shower. It's one indulgence I’ve refused to give up since becoming a mom. I will get up early or find a way for the kids to be…
Neighbor Gifts: Chocolate Peppermint Candy Barsgiving back • bettering communities
Looking for an easy homemade and yummy Christmas neighbor gift this holiday season? Look no further than your nearest craft or grocery store for chocolate and candy molds, buy some candy melts and peppermint pieces, and get ready to wow your friends and family.
I found a cute candy…
Give Back for Goodwillgiving back • my world • bettering communities
School is almost over and the summer break is about to begin. And with five kids that is a lot of busy bodies to keep entertained. I always take this time to declutter my home and prepare for being home more often. Luckily, we have stores such as Goodwill to…
Integrated Education: One Way to Help Autistic and Neurotypical Childrengiving back • bettering communities
Chances are you have a friend or family member that has an autistic child. Autism is a prevalent enough condition that, chances are, you're aware of the traits of autism through either indirect observation or through actual acquaintance with someone who has it. How many times have you seen…
Bettering Communities: Host a Christmas Party for a Nonprofitgiving back • bettering communities
The holidays are a great time to find ways to give back in your community. My dad told me, "You become who your friends are." I'm sure this statement referred to his concern about the people who clouded certain years of my life. At the time, I thought his…
