By now, you probably know that the charitable arm of Amazon closed its doors. Amazon Smile is no more. BUT, there is another site operating similarly. When you shop through iGive, donated money (not from you!) goes to a helpful organization of YOUR choice every time you shop.

From pet rescues to 3rd grade classrooms, and on to fighting some of the most terrible diseases, iGive has been helping ordinary people make their shopping count for more. iGive is a free service to causes and members. They've grown to 350,000+ members supporting 150,000+ causes and raised over $10 million!

👉 https://www.igive.com/welcome/lp16/cr64a.cfm

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Catching the NBA Playoffs?! Each year, players that show an incredible commitment to their communities and make a positive impact off the court are nominated to have funds donated to an outstanding cause. The best thing - YOU get to vote (for free) and help steer where those funds will go.

Ten players have been nominated, which means 10 worthy organizations are up to receive a donation. The organizations include local libraries and many childrens organizations helping underserved communities.

Vote today 👉 https://nba.jebbit.com/hfy7rb0a

📸: Jr. NBA

Feeling disconnected? With so many friendships occuring online and with years of isolation lingering due to the pandemic, loneliness is not a stranger to most of us. Here in 2023, clubs being organized across the U.S. are combatting loneliness with a low-tech, low-cost option: walking. Whether you're struggling to make friends in a new town, or you're feeling isolated, finding, or even organizing, your own walking club can be so positive.

Particularly in major metro areas, as many as 600 people gather together to meet others and get some exercise. For example, in NYC, the group City Girls Who Walk began last March in an effort to address loneliness. They meet every Sunday at Noon for exercise and socialization.

While there is no central repository of walking clubs across the U.S., you can do an online search for your area.

PS - If you don't have an organized group in your city, getting out to walk with a friend, family member, or even your dog helps combat loneliness.

📸: Girls Who Walk