The Nike+ Running app helps turn your miles into life savers.
I’m a runner. I hit that road year round, no matter the weather. And I live in New England. Trust me when I say I’ve heard every version of “you’re nuts” about this, especially come wintertime. Hey, some frozen mornings, I question my...
We’re for Dads 4 Change: A new website for anyone with a big heart.
We always love seeing what the cool dads of the world are up to, because not only are they pretty awesome at this whole child-rearing thing, they’ve got some great ideas about how to make the world a better place. In fact, that’s the goal behind the new...
Google and Code School get more women coding with free classes. Oh yeah.
As women in tech, we’re big believers that girls can and should succeed in any field they want to go into, including sciences and technology. That’s why sought out so many amazing STEM toys for girls over the years, why we’ve cheered for...
13 photos from children around the world that could actually help change it.
Everyone has a story. And one excellent nonprofit called the 100 Cameras project is using photography to help kids around the globe tell theirs. The organization is made up of a team of volunteers who work with children worldwide, teaching them how to express...
A Vader’s Day gift to die for: A chance to be in the next Star Wars movie via Force For Change.
When you combine Star Wars, philanthropy, and the chance to actually be in the next Star Wars movie, you just might have the best Vader’s Day gift ever. Because you might know that Vader is German for father, right? Either way, hopefully, your dad will get all...
How to use technology to support our troops on Memorial Day (and any day)
As much as we’re excited to celebrate Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer with a little beach and barbeque, we want to be sure to acknowledge the members of our military who, along with their families, have sacrificed so much for our freedom and are...
Thank a Teacher sends a free thank you note to your favorite teacher for Teacher Appreciation Day
With today being Teacher Appreciation Day (and the whole week being Teacher Appreciation Week), I’ve been trying to figure out how to properly express my gratitude to all the wonderful teachers in my life–both my own growing up, as well as those teaching...
UNICEF Tap Project puts your smartphone to work for good when you’re not using it all. Brilliant.
I’ll admit that I’ve grown quite attached to my phone and all that I can do with it, but thanks to the UNICEF Tap Project, my phone can do some real good while I’m otherwise occupied (or waiting for new Candy Crush lives). Through March 31, UNICEF...
A really great excuse to shop at IKEA, as if we needed one
This light bulb might not look like it’s all that special, but it really, really is. Because now until March 29, IKEA will donate $1 from the sale of each one of their LED light bulbs to light up refugee camps worldwide. I have such tremendous respect for...
The Solar Schools Project: How you can help our schools without even selling gift wrap.
Growing up in the midwest, our neighbors had two solar panels on their roof. I always thought that was so cool. Now panels are popping up in my neighborhood, and it’s still just as cool to me. I would love to see even more solar energy sources, especially since...
The Feedie app helps you feed the hungry while feeding yourself
If you’re the type who uses your Instagram and Facebook accounts to share photos of delicious meals that you’ve enjoyed at fab restaurants, now you can use new iPhone app Feedie to post your food photos and do more good than just making your friends...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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