There’s something refreshing about starting a new year and the possibilities it presents. Some call it a ‘do over’ while others might see an opportunity to turn over a new leaf. Regardless, it’s a great time to consider creating new family traditions and habits.

In terms of making giving a part of your family’s activities and ensuring that the value of helping others becomes part of your children’s lifestyles, here are few new new traditions and exercises to consider for this New Year. And if you have others, we’d love to hear about them! More

2012 Prudential Spirit of Community Honoree Helen Clay builds bears for children at Palmetto Health Children's Hospital

We are amazed by the impact kids can make and excited to tell you about two noteworthy awards that honor and support the efforts of teens and tweens dedicating to bettering this world. Do you know a young person who is making a real difference in the lives of others, their community or the world? We hope you’ll encourage them to apply for these exciting opportunities. More

We’re in the dog days of summer. But a new beginning is on the horizon. Can you feel the excitement? It won’t be long and it will be time to buy that new Lamborghini Trapper Keeper monogrammed or super heroes backpack. There will be white tennis shoes, glowing on feet. Fresh blue jeans, a size too big so we can grow into them. Maybe even a fresh new haircut. New schedules, routines and activities. But perhaps you’ve been thinking about ways to make life more meaningful for your family as you get into the crazy hubbub of the school year. But how can you fit it all in? Well, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. More

Palestine and the Two Seas

School’s almost out, but have you heard the story about the two seas in Palestine? We have time for one quick lesson! Take a peek at the map here. You’ll see the Sea of Galillee and the Dead Sea. You might remember something about them from your geography lessons or you might be able to place them in stories you’ve learned from your house of faith.

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Regardless of the size of your donation, giving requires some element of planning and introducing our children to the concept of Making a Pledge is a great way to start. And it’s easy.

What is a Pledge?

A pledge is simply a promise. When we make a financial pledge, we are promising an institution that we care about that we will provide a certain amount of money over a certain amount of time. Obviously this can be set up in different ways, but for the purpose of this exercise with your children, let’s make it a once-a-month donation for one year.

Here’s how you can approach it with them. More