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Points of Light reports and toolkits share best practices and innovative ideas to equip individuals and organizations to make a difference.
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At the core of our philosophy is the belief that the most powerful force in the world is the individual who has realized their power to do good. At Points of Light, we inspire, equip and connect nonprofits, businesses and individuals ready to apply their time, talent, voice and resources to solve society’s greatest challenges.
We help nonprofits recruit, train and manage community volunteers.
We bring business leaders together to serve and solve global problems.
We connect individuals and families with local opportunities to make a difference.
Read stories about extraordinary volunteers, innovative nonprofits and community-minded companies, and get inspired by those who are making a difference in their communities and around the world.
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Today we announced a star-studded line up for the upcoming Tribute event “All Together Now – A Celebration of Service” on…
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Today we thought we’d highlight a great group of Americans who are doing amazing things in their communities. The first ever Launch…
As an international consultant for the community sector, I regularly cross borders. I have many tales of the difficulties and amusements of…
Turning common objects into magic – that was Gianni Lopergolo’s gift. Using only a bit of grass, a piece of broken asphalt,…
Zach Maurin was a restless teenager, hungry to do something different and to put his energy behind a purpose. He knew college…
“My own life experience gave me the passion and energy to fight the evil of sex trafficking of children. Although I cannot…
Today’s post is written by Chelsea Murphy an External Affairs Coordinator at Points of Light Institute, a sports enthusiast, appreciator of the…
Today a press conference was held by Michelle Nunn, Neil Bush and George P. Bush to announce the Points of Light Institute…
Recognizing someone who has made a difference in your community has never been easier. Who inspires you with the way they serve…
George P. Bush This morning USA today featured a moving op-ed written by George P. Bush, Jeb Bush’s son and the grandson…
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George H. W. Bush presents President Reagan with the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1993 Today George H. W. Bush will be…
Twenty years ago, a modest plumbing supply salesman with an enormous heart read a newspaper article that named Parklane Elementary “the neediest”…
My name is Tonya Ingram and I'm 18 years old. I grew up in a housing development in the Bronx. My haven…