I found this really inspiring article on Workopolis today (bloggers note: no I was not looking for anothe… Continue

We have had many requests to add a JOBS section to GivingRoom so that users can connect with potential candidates and job seekers with potential jobs. As well, we have had many charities ask us if we can help them find volunteers or staff at critical or emergency times.

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Below you’ll find a brief overview of some of the most common types of assets that you can donate to charity, and some of the tax implications. Consult a professional advisor for more details.

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There are as many motivations for a person’s charitable giving as there are people; giving of your resources and time to help others is one of the most personal acts you can make. But while our giving stories are all unique, they likely share one or more of the following motivations: * To he… Continue

Ok, so who isn't a fan of the 'hips don't lie' stunner Shakira? She's beautiful, talented, does a TON of good work for charity and non-profits and stuff, and can move her hips like one of those plastic hula dancers that sit on car dashboards... yup, she's officially one of my favorites down ther… Continue

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead

What is a Giving Room? Giving rooms are rapidly becoming a popular way for individuals to channel and amplify their philanthropic impulses. Giving room's can be small and informal, something like a neighborly potluck, with a few people pooling their, ideas, talent, knowledge or money and giving it to…

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Straight from "the world of celebrity giving" here is a little tidbit on the former Sexiest Man Alive: "Actor Matt Damon will host the annual ONE X ONE Difference Awards for the third year in a row.

Also returning this year is Wyclef Jean, who appeared at last year’s event when Rich… Continue

The bright lights, pictures, and some of tinseltown’s most celebrated stars will be coming to Toronto for the International Film Festival this September, so why not join them? The Toronto International Film Festival Group will be presenting an array of unique and over-the-top auction experience… Continue

Hey, have you heard about that awesome bike event going down on July 26th, 2008 called The Great Canadian Motorcycle Auction? No? Well, it's gonna be held at the 2008 Canadian Biker Buildoff, Canada’s #1 Custom Bike Building Challenge in support of The Huntington Society. Now, you may or may not kn… Continue

Nope, it's not. Really. Studies prove that money, free time, beauty, youth, etc. etc. do NOT actually make people happier, but add stress to people who possess all those things. Now, it's not saying that you should shun all those things away, i mean, who wouldn't like more money? But to make it the foca… Continue