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  • Written by Julie Turner

It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year is the song we’re all singing about this time every year. Yes, the warm, sunny summer days are nigh. But what really puts the wind in our sails is when our CreateAthon partners start setting the wheels in motion for CreateAthon 2014. The first step? Signing the CreateAthon... Read More

Take your skills pro. Pro Bono, that is.
  • Written by Jenni Brennison

Maybe your company already has a top-notch corporate social responsibility initiative with ample opportunities for volunteering. Or maybe you’re preparing to get the CSR ball rolling. Either way, at some point you may have asked, “How can my volunteer efforts have the most sustainable impact for nonprofits?” The answer is simple.  Skills-based volunteerism lets you... Read More

TEDx Columbia: A beautiful day
  • Written by Teresa Coles

Yesterday, I had the privilege of joining 14 other speakers and performers at the inaugural TEDx Columbia event. What began for me as an Oh my God, how will I ever have time to prepare for this item on my never-ending list became a transformative experience second only to CreateAthon, my subject de jour. While I was more... Read More

Photo: TEDx Columbia
  • Written by Jody Piland

On Monday January 16, 2012 CreateAthon co-founder Teresa Coles had the privilege of speaking at the very first TEDx Columbia. TEDx is an event that takes place all over the world and was created to spread TED’s mission of “ideas worth spreading.” Teresa spoke about CreateAthon and its great accomplishments, and why it’s important to join... Read More

Nonprofits Must Position Themselves for Pro Bono
  • Written by Teresa Coles

I had the opportunity to attend a thought-provoking session in DC on Thursday hosted by Taproot Foundation, one of the nation’s strongest voices for pro bono service. It came on the heels of the launch event for a Billion + Change, a national movement to mobilize a billion dollars (now 2 billion) in pro bono... Read More