Volunteer Work

This book looks at a number of charities in London between 1918 and 1979, and the ways in which they negotiated the growth of the welfare state and changes in the communities around them.These charities - the 'university settlements'- were founded in the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9782940485314Author Peter VogelFormat PaperbackPage Count 238Imprint IMD InternationalPublisher IMD InternationalWeight(grams) 558gDimensions(mm) 235mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781620230589Author Sunny FaderFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Atlantic Publishing CoPublisher Atlantic Publishing CoWeight(grams) 466g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780830844364Author Sam MetcalfFormat PaperbackPage Count 224Imprint Inter-Varsity Press,USPublisher InterVarsity PressWeight(grams) 259gDimensions(mm) 205mm...

The easy way to make a difference Despite tough economic times, rates of donations are on the rise. If you want to make a difference but don't know where to start, you need Charity & Philanthropy For Dummies. This is your one-stop, no-nonsense guide to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781592409662Author William MacaskillFormat PaperbackPage Count 272Imprint Avery Publishing GroupPublisher Avery Publishing GroupWeight(grams) 249g

The Vulnerable Humanitarian challenges the prevalence of stress and burnout culture within the aid sector, laying bare the issues of power, agency, security and wellbeing that continue to trouble organisations and staff. Engaging and insightful, this...

Philanthropy has existed in various forms in all cultures and civilizations throughout history, yet most people know little about it and its distinctive place in our lives. Why does philanthropy exist? Why do people so often turn to philanthropy when we...

Want to help? First you must be willing to learn. This year, over ten million people will go abroad, eager to find the perfect blend of adventure and altruism. Volunteer travel can help you find your place in the world--and find out what you're made...

In May 2010, Britain's new Coalition government embarked on its journey to the Big Society. But how did we reach this point? Politicians and commentators have long bemoaned the supposed decline of civic life, fretting about its health and its future. In...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789629371371Author City University of Hong Kong PressFormat PaperbackPage Count 344Imprint City University of Hong Kong PressPublisher City University of...

The voluntary sector plays a crucial role in shaping place, and is in turn shaped by that context, yet this 'place leadership' role has been underexplored in research. This interdisciplinary book brings together leading scholars and practitioners to...

'An incredible read. I laughed, I cried and my heart was truly touched by this beautifully written true story of hope and humanity at its best.' Rosemary Conley CBE 'An extraordinary story. Truly Inspirational' Tim Vine ...

Working in community is critical to several fields. Working en comunidad focuses on service-learning and Latina/o/e communities within a variety of institutional contexts. It provides a practical framework grounded in theoretical approaches that center...

Heart of the Nation traces America's volunteer tradition-the golden thread of American democracy-and how Presidents from Washington to Obama have called on citizens to serve neighbor and nation. From the bunker below the White House on 9/11 to villages...

A modern-day Profiles in Courage about twenty people who are doing heroic things to improve the lives of their fellow Americans.Now available in trade paperback, Courage Is Contagious is a remarkable document about everyday people helping to reshape...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781506493374Author Brian C. JohnsonFormat HardbackPage Count 205Imprint Broadleaf BooksPublisher Augsburg Fortress PublishersWeight(grams) 318g

Passionaries' thirty-five profiles describe leaders of volunteer organizations that are significantly impacting millions of lives. Each story chronicles the personal inspiration behind the organization, the obstacles its creator had to overcome, and...

In Creating Citizens, professors and administrators at Auburn University's College of Liberal Arts recount valuable, first-hand experiences teaching Community and Civic Engagement (CCE). They demonstrate that, contrary to many expectations, CCE...

The terms "civic engagement" and "community engagement" have various definitions, but they are united by the sense that individuals who are civically engaged not only are concerned about the quality of life in their communities but also take action to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781988025698Author Susan E. GibsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 224Imprint Barlow PublishingPublisher Barlow PublishingWeight(grams) 314gDimensions(mm) 228mm *...

Anger and hopelessness can overwhelm communities. So what can everyday people do to actually grow some good in their own hometown? Growing Good: A Beginner's Guide to Cultivating Caring Communities shows how ordinary people have transformed themselves...

The fast-growing phenomenon of volunteer tourism encompasses a diverse range of activities, from conserving environments to working with host communities to alleviate poverty. However, understanding the complex relationship between volunteering and...

This book charts the changing relationships between government, voluntary and community organisations in Northern Ireland since the Good Friday Agreement. It considers the role these actors have played in rolling out and normalising neoliberal...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780679314448Author Frances WestleyFormat PaperbackPage Count 272Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 442gDimensions(mm) 228mm...

In recent decades, governments have promoted social enterprise as a means to address welfare and tackle disadvantage. Early academic work on social enterprises reflected this development and engaged with their ability to deliver and create jobs, work...

'During the last night at Boca de Tomates a violent tropical storm raged across the coast, stampeding through the camp and devastating our home. We watched in awe as the already-slanting structure swayed precariously around us, as chunks of the roof flew...

Women & Philanthropy Women's philanthropy has led the way in virtually reinventing the world of fundraising and ways of giving. When women make a gift, are in a leadership position, or volunteer their time to a nonprofit or charitable organization, they...

Finding new grant-makers is a time-consuming and intricate business. The Guide to New Trusts takes the legwork out of the process to help you beat a short path to new funders who might support your cause. The grant-makers in this guide, all registered in...

Gold Medal Winner; Philanthropy, Charities, and Nonprofits; 2012 Axiom Business Book Awards Giving 2.0 is the ultimate resource for anyone navigating the seemingly infinite ways one can give. The future of philanthropy is far more than just writing a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781942011750Author Faith FowlerFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Cass Community Publishing HousePublisher Cass Community Publishing HouseWeight(grams)...

At a time when uneven power dynamics are high on development actors' agenda, this book will be an important contribution to researchers and practitioners working on innovation in development and civil society.While there is much discussion of...

The voluntary sector was central to the COVID-19 response: fulfilling basic needs, highlighting new and existing inequalities and coordinating action where the state had been slow to respond. This book curates rigorous academic, policy and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780770437794Author Jennifer McCreaFormat HardbackPage Count 304Imprint Deepak ChopraPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 510gDimensions(mm) 242mm *...

In a readable, coherent, and succinct account, Kiger surveys the changes that have taken place in U.S. foundations in the 20th century and describes our foundations as they exist today. Opening with historical information on the emergence of large...

When conducting research in developing countries, an ability to negotiate a bewildering array of cultural and logistical obstacles is essential. Overseas Research: A Practical Guide distills essential lessons from scores of students and scholars who have...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789652299741Author Sagi MelamedFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint Gefen Publishing HousePublisher Gefen Publishing HouseWeight(grams) 412g

From Lake Chad to Iraq, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) provide relief around the globe, and their scope is growing every year. Policymakers and activists often assume that humanitarian aid is best provided by these organizations, which are...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781605094441Author Si KahnFormat PaperbackPage Count 240Imprint Berrett-KoehlerPublisher Berrett-KoehlerWeight(grams) 326gDimensions(mm) 217mm * 143mm * 18mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781088048177Author Wendy BlandaFormat PaperbackPage Count 168Imprint IngramSparkPublisher IngramSparkWeight(grams) 231gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 9mm