http://www.sheknows.com/ Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/988691/mom-advocating-for-children-through-world-vision As a mom to two boys, Megan Lyons has become a mom with a cause through her work with World Vision, helping families and individuals sponsor children in developing nations. But, for Megan and her family, their work to advocate for children around the world goes much further than being a Child Ambassador for World Vision. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/988691/mom-advocating-for-children-through-world-vision Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Katie Kavulla Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/kids-activity-center/articles/985243/give-back-with-big-help-projects Taylor Swift may have scored The Big Help Award at last year's Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards, but with a little inspiration, your kiddos can also give back to the community. From organizing kids' community service projects like food drives to helping pick up litter in your neighborhood, discover five ideas for Big Help projects that kids can do, even on their own. http://www.sheknows.com/kids-activity-center/articles/985243/give-back-with-big-help-projects Kids Activity Center Michelle Maffei Mon, 04 Mar 2013 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987029/parents-of-children-with-classic-autism-seek-a-cure Trouble. You can make it. You can stir it. You can find it. You can get in it. You can keep out of it. You can cause it. You can look for it. You can ask for it. You can double it. You can spell it. You can drown it. You can brew it. You can even sing about it... http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987029/parents-of-children-with-classic-autism-seek-a-cure Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Autism Spectrum Disorders Allison Ziering Walmark Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984109/craniosynostosis-and-the-moms-of-cranio-care-bears Both moms of children who suffered from Craniosynostosis, a condition where the plates of a newborn's skull fuse together too early, Summer and Shelby have turned their experience into their cause. Through Cranio Care Bears, these moms offer never-ending amounts of support to other families going through the process of Craniosynostosis, including their famous care packages! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984109/craniosynostosis-and-the-moms-of-cranio-care-bears Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Katie Kavulla Fri, 01 Feb 2013 07:24:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983221/crowdrise-fundraising-for-charity There's a new kid on the fundraising block and it is called Crowdrise. Crowdrise puts a fun spin on donating to your favorite cause, and it's quickly gaining popularity with celebrities and social media gurus. Here's the story of how the creators got started and where they are going. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983221/crowdrise-fundraising-for-charity Living Career and Time Management Jessica Watson Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982507/mom-co-founds-orphanage-in-ghana Kary Doerfler, mom to three teenagers and co-founder of Dreams for Orphans, discovered that she was a mom with a cause through her work as a flight attendant. And now, having raised nearly enough money to fund a new orphanage in Ghana, as well as improving education opportunities and living conditions for the children there, Kary and Dreams for Orphans is making a difference in Ghana... and beyond. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982507/mom-co-founds-orphanage-in-ghana Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Katie Kavulla Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/978507/celeb-wedding-registries-theyre-just-like-us We can’t help but be fascinated when we saw Kim Kardashian’s bridal registry at Geary’s in Beverly Hills and the glorious gifts that she had chosen. Those beautiful Hermes dishes and the over-the-top $7,000 vase would make anyone go starry-eyed. How about the amazing $2,800 knife set on Kristen Cavallari’s gift list or that $10,000 rug for Kate Moss’ wedding? It kind of makes you glad that you weren’t invited to any of these weddings, doesn’t it? But let’s get real. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/978507/celeb-wedding-registries-theyre-just-like-us Love & Sex Weddings Wedding Planning Nancy Lee Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979403/haiti-babi-blankets-help-haitian-families With a vision that is as simple as "every mom having the opportunity to care for her child," Haiti Babi was born. Started by two women who felt moved to help moms in this poverty-stricken nation, and joined by a team who is committed to making the "moms helping moms" charity model succeed, Haiti Babi includes mom of two, Cortney Anderson-Sanford, who is our featured mom with a cause. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979403/haiti-babi-blankets-help-haitian-families Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Katie Kavulla Thu, 13 Dec 2012 05:01:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/979233/build-a-bear-gifts-for-a-cause Stumped on what to get the kids on your holiday gift list? Consider buying these cuddly keepsakes that give back to important causes. Throughout the company’s 15-year history, Build-A-Bear Workshop has donated more than $31 million to various organizations. The Bear Hugs Foundation is funded through the sale of special-edition stuffed animals that are sold both online and in-store. http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/979233/build-a-bear-gifts-for-a-cause Shopping Gifts Toys Nayri Leanna Gregor Thu, 06 Dec 2012 03:41:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/978523/8-ways-to-give-back-with-food This holiday season, amid the baking and shopping, make some time to do a good deed. Whether you opt to feed the hungry or send cookies to soldiers stationed abroad, your actions are sure to bring some holiday cheer to someone who needs it. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/978523/8-ways-to-give-back-with-food Holidays & Seasons Christmas Christmas Holiday Tips Katherine Martinelli Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:40:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/978545/year-end-donations With just a few weeks left this year, you may be trying to find somewhere to give a final donation to help boost your tax returns and warm your heart. Rather than turning to the big name charities that have the funds to keep themselves in the forefront, try some of these amazing nonprofits that are just as deserving of your dollars. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/978545/year-end-donations Living Money and finance Family spending Jessica Watson Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/976649/food-charities The holidays bring out the best in all of us. This year, as you're looking for just the right cause to give to, consider these charities that help fight hunger by providing meals, distributing groceries and teaching new sustainable farming techniques. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/976649/food-charities Food & Recipes Karen Miner Mon, 05 Nov 2012 10:21:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968391/charitable-wines-cheers-for-a-cause You don’t need a reason to drink wine, but if you must have one, how about the excuse that you have to drink charitably? Not only will the wine make you feel warm and fuzzy, so will the thought that you're donating to a good cause. http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968391/charitable-wines-cheers-for-a-cause SheKnows Cares Arts & Culture Christina Haller Sat, 20 Oct 2012 10:58:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968607/leading-celebrity-philanthropists-of-2012 It's always better to give than to receive. Right? These celebrity philanthropists know what we mean and that's what makes them the leading philanthropists of 2012. Find out who the charitable celebs are! http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968607/leading-celebrity-philanthropists-of-2012 SheKnows Cares Arts & Culture Brianna Martinez Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:16:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/970545/get-naked-and-give-back We know what you’re thinking, but relax, there’s no nudity required. Learn how you can help the men’s underwear line Naked build computer labs in Ghana with their charity, Project World Citizen. SheKnows had a chance to speak with founder and CEO Joel Primus to learn about the brand and his passion for giving back. http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/970545/get-naked-and-give-back SheKnows Cares Environmental Awareness Ashley Haines Mon, 08 Oct 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/972067/the-spirit-of-children-fun-and-funding-for-hospitals For typical kids, Halloween is all about picking out a costume, hitting the neighborhood with an empty plastic pumpkin and collecting as much candy as possible. But for children in hospitals, life isn't as carefree as trick-or-treating. Enter The Spirit of Children, a charitable program run by Spirit Halloween headquarters. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/972067/the-spirit-of-children-fun-and-funding-for-hospitals Parenting Laura Willard Thu, 04 Oct 2012 07:06:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/971319/celebrity-giving-the-real-power When we see celebrities involved in charities, some eyebrows raise and ask the classic question: is this all for their image? Before jumping on their support wagon or passing on the opportunity altogether, it’s important for us to know the facts. http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/971319/celebrity-giving-the-real-power SheKnows Cares Community & Human Services Kortney Tenaglia Thu, 27 Sep 2012 07:22:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/971437/help-give-the-gift-of-vision-with-coastalcom Give the gift of vision to someone in need by buying a pair of designer glasses on Coastal.com. http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/971437/help-give-the-gift-of-vision-with-coastalcom SheKnows Cares Health Ashley Haines Fri, 24 Aug 2012 21:59:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968685/picturehealing-free-photo-sharing-app-benefits-charity If you’re a smartphone user, you probably have a photo-sharing app -- or two or three -- on your phone. Instagram, Flickr and Tumblr are so much fun because you can snap a pic, edit it right on your phone, and instantly share it across your social networks. If you’re already snapping, we have a great way to keep sharing while also helping charity! http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968685/picturehealing-free-photo-sharing-app-benefits-charity SheKnows Cares Arts & Culture Kristin Bustamante Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:03:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968487/cancer-in-pets-the-warning-signs It’s been said that an "ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" -- this is true for our own health as well as our pets. But because they can't talk, we need to rely more on physical clues to detect cancer in the earliest stages in our dogs and cats. http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968487/cancer-in-pets-the-warning-signs SheKnows Cares Animal Welfare Gerald Post, DVM, DACVIM Fri, 24 Aug 2012 14:31:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968479/psa-art-awakenings One in five Americans experience a mental health or substance use condition in any given year. Imagine one of those children or adults is someone you know. http://www.sheknows.com/sheknows-cares/articles/968479/psa-art-awakenings SheKnows Cares Arts & Culture Karen D. Puthoff