Great Charities

Our list of our favorite charities around town. more

Random Acts of Kindness

Giving back can be as simple as helping a stranger. Meet five people who are doing just that. more

Sizing Up a Charity

It doesn’t matter whether you’re giving $100 or $10,000—you want to know that your donation will be used wisely. more

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64 Ways to Do Good: Charities in Washington

64 Ways to Do Good

Support the arts. Feed the hungry. Help a veteran. Give a child a chance. Here are good charities worthy of your time, energy, and money. more

The List: Great Charities

Sizing Up a Charity

It doesn’t matter whether you’re giving $100 or $10,000—you want to know that your donation will be used wisely. more

Hog-Wild for Charity

Washington’s chefs do a lot for the community, from donating food to driving for a cause more

Made With Love

Washingtonians young and old are knitting for good causes more

A $7,500 Slumber Party?

Or a $2,000 parking spot? Private schools raise a lot of money through auctions. Here’s what sells—and doesn’t. more

Board Games

Which nonprofit boards are the hottest to serve on? And which are not so hot? more

Sharing Your Knowledge

Love aviation? Art? Animals? As a museum docent, you can share your passion. more

How About Some Peeps?

Charities love donations—even if some can be challenging. What does a food bank do with 13,000 marshmallow candies? more

Not Your Father’s Philanthropy

A new generation of givers is changing charity: They’re not just writing checks; they’re getting involved with local nonprofits and working toward real change more

Where Do VIPs Give?

So You Want to Be a Philanthropist

It’s easier than ever to set up a family foundation, donor-advised fund, or giving circle more

Who’s Most Generous?

Companies With a Heart

Golf tournaments. Chili cook-offs. Silent auctions. Employers do a lot to raise money for charity. Here are three winning ideas. more

Next, Thank All the Lawyers

Use Your Skills

People are more likely to stick with volunteering if the task uses their education or expertise. These opportunities do just that. more

Random Acts of Kindness

Giving back can be as simple as helping a stranger. Meet five people who are doing just that. more

Spare Some Change?

An expert on the homeless addresses this question: Should passersby give panhandlers money? more

Simple Acts

So Long, Virginia?

Northern Virginia sends millions to Richmond—and gets pennies back. It’s one of the world’s most dynamic regions, while other parts of the state are still fighting the Civil War. Why not secede and become the 51st state? more

Where Can You Still Get a Valentine’s Day Table?

There's still reservations available at top restaurants—but act fast! more

Make Mine a Single: Valentine’s Parties Where You Don’t Need a Date

Who needs a stinkin’ significant other anyway? Here’s a list of parties where all the single ladies (and gentlemen) can party this Valentine’s Day weekend—and where you might even find your next soulmate. more