The concept of giving to others is not one that everyone naturally understands. That's why it's so important to acclimate your kids to this idea...
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5 Things to Know About Gift Matching
A great way for any company to give back to a cause and encourage their employees to participate is to offer gift matching or donate to...
Helping Those Who Need It Most During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed many families in dangerous situations. Aside from health concerns, the loss of jobs and income puts many at risk....
Meaningful Ways to Help Local Families in Need
Helping others is a way to invest in your local community. There are many worthwhile organizations where you can volunteer your time, donate money,...
Nonprofits Need Your Time, Too
Writing a check to a nonprofit can feel good, and it is a way to do good in your community. However, nonprofit organizations benefit from donations...
Nonprofits Helping Children in Need
Our nation's children are our most vulnerable population, and our most valuable asset, so helping those in need is an important job. Luckily, there...
How Nonprofits Impact Communities
The impact that nonprofits can have on their communities is invaluable. We've found this to be as true at SHP as it is for other nonprofits that...
What is a Nonprofit? A Guide to Nonprofit Terminology
In the United States of America, there are over 1.3 million nonprofit organizations, and they are known for the good that they do in the world and...
How to Support Nonprofits Affected By COVID-19
The current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic has affected every person, every industry, and every organization in myriad ways. For nonprofit...
Family Volunteering Makes a Big Difference
Many children sleep on a floor or couch or share a bed, often without a pillow or blanket, let alone any sufficient bedding. Especially in the cold...
Choosing a Cause to Donate to in 2021
This year provides another opportunity for you to give back to your community. Are you looking for ways to donate hours or financially this year? Do...
StorageMart Partners with SHP
We are proud to announce a new partnership with StorageMart to provide beds for kids who are sleeping on the floor in our towns. StorageMart saw the...
Humans Helping Humans
As a parent struggling to make ends meet, one of the most gut-wrenching things that can happen is to have someone deny you and your family help...
The Effects of Kids Sleeping on the Floor
Did you know that, all across America, kids from needy or struggling families are sleeping on the floor because they don't have a safe, comfortable...
Upgrade Your Resume with Volunteer Experience
Whether you're entering the workforce for the first time, looking for a new position, or getting back into the swing of things after some time off,...
Why Volunteering Looks Good on College Applications
You probably know that volunteering will look great on your college applications, but do you know why? Read on to find out how doing a good thing...
Help Support SHP This GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday has become more than just a day to give to nonprofits that people believe in. It's become a global movement and one that SHP wants to...
Tips for First-Time Volunteers
Are you interested in volunteering but aren't sure where to start? Do you wonder which volunteer opportunities are right for you, your schedule, and...
A Snapshot of How SHP’s Nonprofit Donations Are Used
You may wonder how SHP uses all the funds we receive from generous donors. Well, simply put, we aren’t like some nonprofits that use 90% for...
Why Local Volunteering Matters
There are so many volunteer opportunities available these days that it can be challenging to know where to start. After all, you can't help...