For Valentine’s Day, I decided that I wanted to complete a service project, whether that was volunteering on the weekend or creating something to donate. During the love-themed weekend, I wanted to give a little bit of my own heart and warmth to someone else. So, on Friday afternoon, it …

Every now and then, I come across a charity/nonprofit that makes me super giddy, keeps me smiling, and turns me into a lifetime fan/supporter. Glamour Gals is definitely one of those organizations. Launched 10 years ago by Rachel Doyle, the mission of Glamour Gals is to inspire and organize teens …

In its continued support of the American Heart Association and Go Red for Women,  Macy’s is giving us to show our support and save! This weekend, you can save 20% in Macy’s stores when you wear red! No red in your closet? Well, you can purchase a Red Dress pin …

Today is “Go Red” day in promotion of women’s heart health! The American Heart Association launched “Go Red” to educate the public about the impact of cardiovascular disease on women. Coronary heart disease, which causes heart attack, is the single leading cause of death for American women. Nearly twice as …

I was on the Kenneth Cole website yesterday and saw the above boots and fell in love for three reasons:
1. I need a good pair of rubber boots for the rainy days. Who doesn’t?
2. I’ve seen some really cute rugged and combat style boots, and wanted to ease into the …

It’s crazy how January disappeared on us, but I hope this means that this spring and summer will return sooner versus later! This past weekend, I took a walk along the frozen lakefront and realized that I really do love the wacky and cold city of Chicago. Then, I had …

I’ve always been a participant in the fight against AIDS, and ever since I started The Red Pump Project, my desire to prevent HIV/AIDS has grown immensely, especially in women and girls and amongst minorities. Last March, we launched The Red Pump Project on March 10th on the backs of …

Levi’s wants you to donate those old jeans to Goodwill instead of throwing them away! Continuing their partnership with the nonprofit organization, Levi’s rolled out the “A Care Tag for Our Planet” initiative this month. Levi’s jeans now feature a care tag that encourages owners to donate to Goodwill when …

Three Peas Art Lounge is hosting Got DAM! (Dance, Art, Music) tonight. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the American Red Cross‘ relief efforts in Haiti. All event details are above!
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In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I thought I’d share one of my favorite quotes of his, particularly related to service.
“Everybody can be great.  Because anybody can serve.  You don’t have to have a college degree to serve.  You don’t have to make your subject and your …