Money is pretty tight this year for everyone, making it a difficult holiday season for our own gift-giving needs, let alone for any charitable gifts. But getting into the giving mood is pretty easy, and it feels fantastic.

Non-profit organizations are no strangers to charity events and gala fundraisers. But regular folks can use the holiday spirit as an excuse to throw a casual charity party to benefit their favorite cause, and literally make the season one of giving.

An eleven-year old boy's dying wish was not to go on an amusement park vacation, but to help feed the hungry and poor. If Brenden Foster doesn’t inspire you to give back, who will?

I subscribe to a host of on-line newsletters that give me both the news happening in the charity world, and inspirations to keep me motivated to give back. Want to read them too?

It seems like we hear about a charity walkathon, bike ride, or race almost every day. Why are organizations hooked on charity fitness events? Because they raise a lot of money, and even more awareness.