Welcome to another edition of Letters to Shecky’s, a section where we take some of our favorite comments and share ‘em with all of you! National Volunteer Week was a great success! We learned about some amazing organizations and women, including you, our loyal readers. From advice to other readers, to love for our posts, contributors and events, it’s a... CONTINUE READING 4

You know that old camera sitting in your desk drawer? What if we told you it could be used by a shelter volunteer to take photos of otherwise ignored dogs and cats most certainly on their way to death? What if we told you that you could easily save a life by donating your old camera? No brainer, right? The... CONTINUE READING 9

Happy National Volunteer Week! We've already introduced you to Catchafire, and we were so happy to see their Powerful Women series profiling women who give pro bono, that we had to share a few favorites with you! As the nation’s first-ever municipal Chief Service Officer, and the leader of NYC Service, the City’s initiative to promote a new era of ... CONTINUE READING 4

This National Volunteer Week, it’s important to remember that community service and instilling its values should start at a young age. While in Atlanta for Girls Night Out at The Biltmore Ballrooms, Shecky’s caught up with Dr. Sue Sehgal, president and founder of the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Partnership Foundation/Campus Community Partnership Foundation or, in short, C2P. Sue shared with us... CONTINUE READING 5

Say good-bye to that boring black umbrella you got free from the company you interned for in college (business logos don't usually equal fashion statements), and get a fab new version on the cheap. Below, my five fave picks suitable for surviving April showers in style. Pair with any of our raincoats or rain boots, and you're all set! -Cait Rohan Cultivate... CONTINUE READING 18

Happy National Volunteer Week! We've already introduced you to Catchafire, and we were so happy to see their Powerful Women series profiling women who give pro bono, that we had to share a few favorites with you! Today, we're spotlighting our very own president, Claudia Chan! Claudia has spent a decade creating Girls Night Out gatherings for almost 1 million women across... CONTINUE READING 2

Happy National Volunteer Week! We've already introduced you to Catchafire, and we were so happy to see their Powerful Women series profiling women who give pro bono, that we had to share a few favorites with you! Our next pick is perfect for Earth Month! Sharon Rowe founded Ecobags in 1989, and has been a leader in the sustainable business community ever since.... CONTINUE READING 4

Happy National Volunteer Week! We've already introduced you to Catchafire, and we were so happy to see their Powerful Women series profiling women who give pro bono, that we had to share a few favorites with you! First up is Christy Turlington Burns, the founder of Every Mother Counts and producer and director of No Woman, No Cry, a documentary film about at-risk... CONTINUE READING 4

Whether you think volunteering isn’t for you, or you’re already involved and want to do more, there are so many other ways to give back with a few simple clicks of your mouse. Yep, online shopping is easy, fun...and it just got even better with these five fashionable picks that give back to support those who need it most. -Lynden Halpern We... CONTINUE READING 8

Never volunteered before? Don't have time? Think some of the opps presented to you don't sound that stimulating? Completely overwhelmed by the thought of it? Check out five new ways to give back this National Volunteer Week (April 10-16!). Plus, share what organizations you're involved with and we'll give them a shout-out! -Lynden Halpern Catchafire - We introduced you to founder ... CONTINUE READING 11