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1	Showing Up for Life: Thoughts on the Gifts of a Lifetime more books like this by Bill H Gates, Sr., Patrick Egan (Read by) add to wishlist In a heartfelt, deeply personal book, Gates shares the values and principles he has instilled in his children, and continues to practice on the world stage today as the co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. see all copies from $7.45! new only from $9.95! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Volunteer Vacations: Short-Term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others more books like this by Bill McMillon add to wishlist A book for anyone who is looking for short-term working vacations that offer no pay but plenty of personal enrichment and an opportunity to serve others. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.25! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Leading Without Power: Finding Hope in Serving Community more books like this by Max de Pree, Max de Pree add to wishlist Simple yet profound, Max De Pree's observations are often quoted by America's top CEOs, educators, and opinion makers. The best-selling author of Leadership Is an Art and Leadership Jazz, he has done no less than revolutionize leadership thinking and practice. Now, in Leading Without Power, De Pree finds that the most successful organizations of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.67! \| signed copies \| first editions
4	Who Really Cares: The Surprising Truth about Compassionate Conservatism more books like this by Arthur C Brooks, James Q Wilson (Foreword by) add to wishlist Recent disasters such as the Thailand tsunami and the Pakistan earthquake have highlighted the importance of charity, yet how many of us really do give? In this surprising new book, Arthur Brooks, a leading authority on the economics of philanthropy, reveals that conservatives are actually far more compassionate than their liberal foes. "Now ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.75! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	Giving: How Each of Us Can Change the World more books like this by Bill Clinton, President add to wishlist Here, from Bill Clinton, is a call to action. "Giving" is an inspiring look at how each of us can change the world. First, it reveals the extraordinary and innovative efforts now being made by companies and organizations--and by individuals--to solve problems and save lives both "down the street and around the world." Then it urges us to seek out ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	The 100 Best Vacations to Enrich Your Life more books like this by Pam Grout add to wishlist This timely book showcases a broad range of some of the most life-enriching getaways in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with something for every taste and interest from arts-and-crafts holidays to kayaking lessons to helping rebuild devastated communities of the Gulf Coast. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.14! \| SVS
7	Delaying the Real World more books like this by Colleen Kinder add to wishlist For the new college graduate who's not quite ready to join the ranks of the entry-level, here's a guide to help them "think outside the cubicle" as it presents a wide range of job and travel opportunities for the free-spirited twenty-something who yearns to create a long- or short-term adventure. see all copies from $2.49! new only from $4.43! \| SVS
8	The Call of Service more books like this by Robert Coles, M.D. add to wishlist "A moving and often inspiring account of how individuals try to be responsible for their world".--Washington Post. In this passionate book filled with profound stories, a Pulitzer Prize winner explores the compelling nature of idealism--what inspires it and sustains it, how it is expressed, and its importance to both individuals and society. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.82! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Join Me more books like this by Danny Wallace add to wishlist Bored in London, Danny Wallace founded a quirky cult by advertising in a newspaper. His "join me" ad attracted hundreds of respondents, who banded together to form a group vaguely dedicated to being good people and treating others kindly. Here he writes about the experience, and about why he decided to abandon the project a year later. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.23! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Chicken Soup for the Volunteer's Soul: Stories to Celebrate the Spirit of Courage, Caring and Community more books like this by Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Arline McGraw Oberst add to wishlist Deep within each one of us lies the ability to step up and care for those in need, even though we often feel overwhelmed by a complex world. In fact, more than 200 million people throughout the world offer their time and love to volunteering. The stories in Chicken Soup for the Volunteer's Soul highlight the efforts of everyday people in the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.75! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Voice and Equality: Civic Voluntarism in American Politics more books like this by Dr. Sidney Verba, Prof. Henry E Brady, Kay L Schlozman add to wishlist This book confirms Alexis de Tocqueville's idea, dating back a century and a half, that American democracy is rooted in civil society. Citizens' involvement in family, school, work, voluntary associations, and religion has a significant impact on their participation as voters, campaigners, donors, community activists, and protesters. The authors ... see all copies from $16.00! new only from $38.00!
12	Creative Kindness more books like this by Nancy Luedtke Zieman, Gail Brown add to wishlist This volume contains 12 simple projects, including a care cloth, a sleeping bag and pillows. Each chapter introduces talented people who provide step-by-step intructions for each specific project. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.58!
13 view cover	Courage is Contagious: Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things to Change the Face of America more books like this by John Kasich add to wishlist Ohio Congressman John Kasich profiles 20 Americans who have improved the lives of their fellow citizens through courage and determination combined with innovative ideas. By organizing people in their community for good acts, or by providing alternative workplaces, or by simply inspiring others through their courageous personal example, these ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.45! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14	Something Good for a Change: Random Notes on Peace Thru Living more books like this by Wavy Gravy, Wavy add to wishlist Essays on how and why to change the world from the Robert Fulghum of the counter culture. The man hailed by Lenny Bruce as "a perfect entertainer" and by Tom Wolfe as "as master satirist" has finally pooled his hard-earned wisdom in this collection of inspirational essays. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.50! \| signed copies \| first editions
15 view cover	The Rise of Global Civil Society: Building Communities and Nations from the Bottom Up more books like this by Don Eberly add to wishlist Argues that the progress of freedom depends on the creation of civic cultures that promote democratic values. This book shows that the key to spreading workable democracy lies in finding ways to harness the best of both the public and private sectors, relying on markets and on civil society to enlist the poor as partners in their own development. see all copies from $3.98! new only from $3.98! \| first editions \| SVS
16	The (Help!) I Don't-Have-Enough-Time Guide to Volunteer Management more books like this add to wishlist Presents strategies and solutions that can be applied by anyone who wants to be a more successful and organized volunteer manager, but especially those who lead volunteers as an "add on" to other duties. This realistic, no-nonsense book helps leaders of volunteers learn how to clarify job boundaries and expectations, find administrative volunteers ... see all copies from $4.00! new only from $49.40!
17 view cover	The Board Member's Book: Making a Difference in Voluntary Organizations more books like this by Brian O'Connell add to wishlist The 2nd Edition of this popular book ks the perfect guide to the issues, challenges, and possibilities that emerge from the interchange between a nonprofit organization and its board. Packed with inspiration and practical advice, The Board Member's Book covers: the impact of nonprofit organizations on the U.S. today; the different responsibilities ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $63.99!
18 view cover	The Idealist.Org Handbook to Building a Better World: How to Turn Your Good Intentions Into Actions That Make a Difference more books like this by Idealist.org, Stephanie Land add to wishlist Part career guide, part activist's handbook, this unique work provides tools and inspiration for anyone who wants to make a difference but doesn't know where to start. This practical reference walks readers through the different ways they can get involved and the range of possibilities for applying one's interests and skills to meet their ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
19 view cover	Change the World for Ten Bucks: Small Actions X Lots of People = Big Change more books like this by We Are What We Do, Eugenie Harvey (Editor), Jamie Pourier (Contributions by) add to wishlist The U.S. edition of the book that has inspired action abroad includes a postcard to send to someone inspirational, tear-out tabs to make introductions to the neighbors, and dozens of other creative prompts for positive change. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.94! \| SVS
20 view cover	American philanthropy. more books like this by Robert Hamlett Bremner add to wishlist In This revised and enlarged edition of his classic work, Robert H. Bremner provides a social history of American Philanthropy from colonial times to the present, showing the ways in which Americans have sought to do good in such fields as religion, education, humanitarian reform, social service, war relief, and foreign aid. see all copies from $6.00! new only from $28.31! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	How You Can Help: An Easy Guide to Doing Good Deeds in Your Everyday Life more books like this by William D. Coplin add to wishlist This is a book for anyone who wants to make the world a better place but doesn't know how. The book should help you understand your own level of do-gooding and/or do-gooder potential as well as understanding what your interests and skills are in order to direct them at a given goal. This book should help you find opportunities for helping others ... see all copies from $3.74! new only from $15.71! \| first editions
22 view cover	How to Live Your Dream of Volunteering Overseas more books like this by Joseph Collins, Stefano Dezerega, Zahara Heckscher add to wishlist Presented in a user-friendly format, this guide to volunteering overseas features case studies, worksheets, and quotes from international volunteers. see all copies from $4.96! new only from $10.00! \| SVS
23 view cover	Boomer Volunteer Engagement: Collaborate Today, Thrive Tomorrow more books like this by Jill Friedman Fixler, Sandie Eichberg, Gail Lorenz add to wishlist see all copies from $21.62! new only from $22.02! \| SVS
24 view cover	Acts of Compassion: Caring for Others & Helping Ourselves more books like this by Robert Wuthnow add to wishlist Robert Wuthnow finds that those who are most involved in acts of compassion are no less individualistic than anyone else--and that those who are the most intensely individualistic are no less involved in caring for others. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.13! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
25	From the Top Down: The Executive Role in Volunteer Program Success more books like this by Susan J. Ellis add to wishlist A best seller since the first edition was published in 1986, this is the first and only book that addresses the top decision-maker's role in a volunteer program. It clearly illuminates the issues necessary to facilitate volunteer program success, including an overall vision, policy questions, budgeting, staffing, employee/volunteer relations, the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $67.75! \| first editions

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