Giving Circles are as old as humanity — and more popular than ever. People pool their donations, expertise, or otherwise work together to make their philanthropic efforts go further. Our $1,000 Better Giving Circle is a supercharged version of pooled philanthropy and impact; it uses the internet’s power to connect and amplify and expands your […]
This is the season of giving. The many families of our firm have participated in many acts of service, performed in Christmas pageants, given generously to their favorite causes, and granted wishes to those less fortunate. Most often these acts go without fanfare or are performed anonymously because it is simply part of our character […]
The holidays might be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean giving has to. This winter, extend the season of giving by getting involved with these local volunteer and donation opportunities. Connections for the Homeless Connections for the Homeless offers a number of ways families and children can volunteer, so round your family up and spend some of your free […]
Creativity is an attribute we all hope to develop in our children. It is a quality we value because it can be applied in virtually every area of life. Applied learning in music and other art forms presents a great opportunity to nurture creativity in our children. Here is how it works: Early Exposure and […]
In November, Make It Better was proud to team up with our sister publications Marin Magazine and SPACES, as well as Napa Sonoma Magazine and Diablo Magazine, to raise money for the American Red Cross and their work to help those affected by wildfires in California. An anonymous donor matched up to $10,000 in donations to help provide relief to those affected by […]
In November, Make It Better was proud to team up with our sister publications Marin Magazine and SPACES, as well as Napa Sonoma Magazine and Diablo Magazine, to raise money for the American Red Cross and their work to help those affected by wildfires in California. An anonymous donor matched up to $10,000 in donations to help provide relief to those affected by […]
In November, Make It Better was proud to team up with our sister publications Marin Magazine and SPACES, as well as Napa Sonoma Magazine and Diablo Magazine, to raise money for the American Red Cross and their work to help those affected by wildfires in California. An anonymous donor matched up to $10,000 in donations to help provide relief to those affected by […]
Every day women are demonstrating greater leadership across the not-for-profit sector as decision makers on boards, active participants in nonprofit missions, and donors of millions of dollars to support causes that help improve and save lives. Women are active change agents in their communities and expect to see the impact of their dollars where they […]
On Dec. 2, Make It Better and A. Perry Homes hosted the 2017 Gingerbread Building for Charity event. Kids built their best gingerbread houses, and now it’s up to you to pick your favorite. The winner will receive $250 to donate to the charity of his or her choice. Voting is now closed. Thank you!
Feeling overwhelmed by the world’s problems? Poverty, hunger, homelessness, violence … it can be too much to think about. But there is a new opportunity for you to solve these problems. Lake County Haven invites you to Adopt-a-Night! Every night of the year, women and children who have nowhere else to go come to Lake County Haven […]
