eGrip/eCals - Supported Charities
eGrip/eCals believes it is every citizens responsibility to support our
fellow citizens in need as well as others around the globe. We support
the Girls Scouts on a local and personal involvement basis. We support
the American Red Cross and Salvation Army on a national basis. We also
support our local church and worldwide missions.
We encourage you to join us in helping others and making the world a
better place for all of us by selecting a charity to support regularly
through donations of time and money.
Get a GRIP! Stop whining, take action!TM ... GIVE!
The Savlation Army
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Internationally The Salvation Army works in just over 100 countries
using more than 140 languages. There are over 14,000 Corps (centres for
worship) as well as a wide range of social, medical, educational and
other community services.
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
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The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
is the world's largest humanitarian organization, providing assistance
without discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs,
class or political opinions.
Founded in 1919, the International Federation comprises 176 member Red
Cross and Red Crescent societies, a Secretariat in Geneva and more than
60 delegations strategically located to support activities around the
world. There are more societies in formation. The Red Crescent is used in place of the Red Cross in many Islamic countries.
The Federation's mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable people
by mobilizing the power of humanity. Vulnerable people are those who
are at greatest risk from situations that threaten their survival, or
their capacity to live with an acceptable level of social and economic
security and human dignity. Often, these are victims of natural disasters,
poverty brought about by socio-economic crises, refugees, and victims
of health emergencies.
The American Red Cross
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The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers
and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles
of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims
of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to
emergencies.
- Worlds Association of Girl Guides and Girls Scouts
- WAGGGS mission is to enable girls and young women to develop their
fullest potential as responsible cititzens of the world.
- Girl Scouts of America
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Girl Scouts is the world's pre-eminent organization dedicated solely
to girls. Working together iwth committed adults, we help girls grow
strong in body, mind and spirit - and have fun!
The Girls Scouts sell calendars during their fall sales. Contact your
local Girl Scout council for more information. These are usually sticker
calendars too!
- World Scouting
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The World Organization of the Scout Movement is an international,
non-governmental organization composed of its recognized national Scout
organizations. Its governing body is the World Conference, which meets
every three years, and its executive is the World Committee composed of
elected volunteers.
If you don't agree with our charitable beliefs please find a worthy
cause at NCIB that you do agree with
and be a faithful supporter.
The NCIB is pleased to send a copy of their current "Wise Giving Guide" to
you, free of charge, call 1-800-501-NCIB, ext. 4003 or
visit them on the web at http://www.give.org
or write to
NCIB
19 Union Square West
New York, N.Y. 10003-3395
Other Charity Information Sites:
Charity Navigator
Network for Good
HOW TO TURN YOUR TECH SKILLS INTO HELP FOR DISASTER VICTIMS
Looking for a way to help victims?
Technical skills--like the ones many AnchorDesk readers already
possess--are badly needed by nonprofit and government agencies.
Here are 10 ways you can help people whose lives have been devastated
by disaster.
Volunteer your technical skills!
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