Written by Rabya Bhatia, GivingWay Ambassador. Rabya has previously undertaken a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and is currently completing a Masters in Social Work. She has a proficiency in working with culturally and linguistically diverse individuals and is currently working within the disability and special needs sector. She has experience volunteering with different organizations and has a passion for […]
Tag Archives: sustainability
Protecting Wildlife in Uganda – Interview With EWCO
Elgon Wildlife Conservation Organization is a grassroots nonprofit conservation Organization in Uganda that works to ensure the delicate balance between the environments; biodiversity conservation and sustainable development in communities around protected areas in Uganda. We (virtually) met with one of its co-Founder, James, to learn more about wildlife conservation in the pearl of Africa. […]
This Caribbean Island Is Training the Next Generation of Environment Leaders
If you were told that a 400 sqm island in the heart of the Caribbean, mostly known for its yacht-filled harbors and luxury villas, was also the home of an incredible school teaching how to fight climate change… Would you believe it? You better! Richmond Vale Academy, located in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, […]
20 Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were Volunteers!
Did you know that some of the most charitable people in the world are your favorite celebrities? It’s true: actors, musicians – even royalty – are some of the most giving and philanthropic people around. It makes sense, they’ve been blessed with talent, drive and luck to become super successful and well-known and […]
Service Overseas: Why Volunteering Abroad is More Enriching than Simply Studying Abroad
Are you debating the best way to spend time abroad? As a student or recent graduate, traveling to other nations offers a definite allure — which is why many young people choose to study abroad. When it comes to exploring and understanding the world, however, having a meaningful travel experience means more than having an […]
How to Prepare for a Family Volunteer Trip
Volunteering abroad is considered one of the fastest-growing trends in travel, with around 1.6 million people volunteering overseas each year. While most of these volunteers are young adults, more parents are bringing their kids along to these volunteer trips. It’s easy to see why volunteering abroad is growing in popularity among families. Apart from being a great […]
Service With a Smile: The Personal Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering has hit a record high, with nearly one third of Americans offering their time to help others in 2018. One of the factors driving this mindset may well be the growing realization that volunteering not only does a lot of good in communities; it can also be hugely rewarding personally. Many of those who give their […]
Preserving the Unique Beauty of the Galapagos Islands as a Conservation Volunteer
With more than 275,000 visitors to the islands last year, the popularity of the Galapagos islands is on the rise. Unfortunately, the growing numbers of people on the islands is also threatening the stability of landscapes and wildlife through the pollution and invasive species that they introduce. Many global and local organizations are fighting back, and […]
The winner of GivingWay’s #givinghappiness giveaway – introducing Isabella!✨
A few weeks ago, GivingWay had our very first giveaway! Our GivingWay #givinghappiness giveaway (say that three times fast! 😆)! The winner was to receive $500 towards a volunteer trip at a GivingWay nonprofit of their choice, as well as the opportunity to become a GivingWay Correspondent – with their photos, words and video from […]
7 Nonprofit Organizations Changing their Communities through Permaculture
Spring is in the air! And did you know April is Garden Month?! What better way to celebrate and prepare then by spending time in a garden, focusing on environmental conservation and growing vegetables? Preferably in a warm climate 😉 Well thanks to the concept of Permaculture – you can! The term Permaculture comes from blending […]