Getting Started
So where do you begin? How do you take your good intentions to make a difference in your community and put them into action? There are many ways to go about Fueling Good, and coming up with a plan can be half the fun. Following are just a few suggestions to get you started:
- Find out what charities operate in the local area where you live or work
- Explore opportunities at schools in your community
- Call your local chamber of commerce and ask about non-profit organizations in your area
- Check out volunteer groups online
- Create a Facebook group
- Start your own group on Meetup.com
Starting Your Own Charity
After doing research, you might find that you want to start your own charity. If you have the dedication and patience, this could be a fantastic opportunity to take the wheel and steer your intentions in a direction that best gels with your world view. There are federal, state and local requirements for starting a charitable organization, so be sure to do your due diligence. There are many online resources that offer tips on how to go about setting up a non-profit.