I've started this group in hopes of encouraging others to join me in my fundraising efforts to benefit Warriors. The initiative I started, forasoldier.org supports both the Wounded Warrior Project (a non-profit organization that helps wounded warriors of our armed forces get back on their feet) AND anysoldier.com (a 110% volunteer group that connects members of the armed forces with the public who want to send them care packages). Our first fundraising effort: Project 1 has already raised over $ …

  Meet others who are interested in local Night Life events which contribute to a better world. This is a place to find out about performances, bar nights, parties, groovy volunteer events and other doings that will be fun and also make a contribution to a good cause.  

I have come to realize that I have been put on this Earth to help others... Do you feel the same way? If so, this is the Group for you!!   My goal is to schedule at least one (1) fundraiser event or volunteer opportunity per month. I am looking for Members who have the capacity (heart-wise or time-wise) to actively participate in the endeavor. The idea is to help others -- not to make money for yourself or a business you own or are promoting.   Thank you for your interest in helping others who m …

One Brick provides support to local non-profit and community organizations by creating a unique, social and flexible volunteer environment for those interested in making a concrete difference in the community. We enable people to get involved, have an impact and have fun, without the requirements of individual long-term commitments. What makes us even more unique is that One Brick chapters are 100% volunteer-run! We have no employees...we don't even maintain offices! In fact, on a National level …

… A dedicated fundraising activity is incorporated, in which total proceeds are donated to the designated non-profit partner.

4-days after the 2010 earthquake struck Haiti, Chicagoans of this Meetup started spreading the message that HAITI needs help for a long, long time. One of the inspiration to start this group was an e-mail received 1-day after the earthquake, from Meetup co-founder Scott Helferman. He suggested to think about how to help Haiti by means of using a Meetup. Obviously if you’ve donated your share already, kindly pass this information to someone who likes to further help. Honestly your word-of-mouth p …

Thank you for your interest in Sassy Mahogany Wives Foundation. Sassy Mahogany Wives Foundation, Inc., NFP is a mentoring program which aims to empower African American girls ages 11-17 in our community to make positive life choices that enable them to maximize their potential. The mentoring program utilizes married African American women to commit to supporting, guiding and being a friend to a young person for a period of at least one year. This meet-up platform is for the mentors/wives only …

Be Alright is an organization whose mission is to increase domestic violence awareness in our communities, provide resources for survivors, events for fundraising/ volunteering and begin healing by inspiring each other through story sharing!

Team Challenge is the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s endurance training and fundraising program. Through Team Challenge, you can run or walk 13.1 miles while helping to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, two chronic and often debilitating digestive diseases that impact 1.4 million Americans. We're looking for beginning and experienced runners to train with us for the Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon that takes place on July 15, 2012.

Giles Travis, the President of The Muvmint, grew up watching his mother work 14 hour days with non-profit and community organizations, giving more and more time and energy to great endeavors. He saw his mother write grant after grant, helping the smaller organizations to organize and follow through with events and fundraisers, and unfortunately, he ultimately watched as many organizations struggled to keep their doors open. The Muvmint a tool for non-profit and community groups to raise necessar …

… Holding creative fundraising events and film screenings to help fund all or any of the above while offering networking opportunities to all. If you'd like to get involved as a Committee Member or an Assistant Organizer in one or more of the following areas, please let me know. I welcome individuals who care about the mission and want to become a part of making things happen! 1.   Screenplay Series committee: organization, guidelines, screenplay solicitation, reading/judging.  2.   Adm …

"The Foundation for Community Betterment is a national organization dedicated to community enhancement by creating an immediate, positive impact on the lives of individuals or organizations that share our philanthropic vision, but who currently lack the means to succeed."

Join FREE Today! Annual Membership Dues Waived Chicago International Crowd Funding Meetup Group will enable members to connect, engage and share the latest tips and tools in the exciting world of Crowd-Sourced Funding, or Crowd Funding. Annual membership dues are waived up to 100 members. PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA SIGNING JOBS ACT OF 2012 INTO LAW THURSDAY APRIL 5, 2012 According to White House deputy press secretary Josh  Earnest, "the President will sign the Jobs Act.  You will recall this is b …

Gluten is a fabulous wheat protein that makes up some of our favorite foods. It's especially cherished by people who are vegan and often use seitan in place of animal flesh as a option. Let's relish it and support those who make their living selling products containing it. Chicago Gluten Gluttons will host fundraiser dine-outs featuring glutenous options with proceeds going towards autoimmune disease research.

… We host events such as:    - Movie Outings; Gay film fest; Gay movie nights    - Concerts; Music festivals; Open Mic; Explore local Live music venues    - Art Museums; Chicago History LGBT lectures, Photography exhibits; Fashion shows    - LGBT Charity events; Political fundraising events; volunteering opportunities    - Brunch and dinners, Wine Tasting and Lectures   - Hiking our lovely State parks, cycling outings - Salsa, Art lessons, Group Boxing exercise class - And we will always b …

This social group is for people in their 20s and 30s, in the Chicago metro area, who enjoy dancing, dining, pubs, clubs, outdoor activities, road trips, dinner parties, and other local activities. This group is for married people, single people, new-in-towners, and people who have been in the Chicago area for a while and are simply looking for a new group to go out with. Membership is FREE, and you only have to be friendly and fun to join! Join the social circle that you can really ge …