Easy ways to donate toys, gifts, toiletries and more this holiday season
Simple ways to help children show gratitude
From dapper dads to foodie father figures, this list has you covered
Teen Action Fair inspires Gen Z to find new ways to change the world
Spread a little love and kindness this month (and all year long)
Learn more about Dr. King’s vision at Seattle-area celebrations
Give back to your community by helping neighbors, animals and the outdoors
Helping new parents connect is just the start
Prevention is key
This award-winning youth leader has some great advice for community involvement
Earth Day is every day — discover eco-actions for kids of all ages
Essential tips and resources
We can all make a difference!
MomsRising.org presents its Moms for Freedom Agenda: A vision to lift our nation
She’s already founded a nonprofit, and she’s still in high school
Q&As with local champions worth celebrating
Get ready to be inspired — and motivated to get involved!
Bellevue-based restaurant group delivers world-class dining — and service to community
How to choose the best volunteer opportunities for your family
Here’s how you can help
Local youth-led organization promotes positivity through everyday acts of selflessness
Volunteering and leadership programs that make an impact
Simple ideas to give back, connect with loved ones and show your appreciation for others
Get involved through volunteering, starting a Little Free Pantry and more
Peer-based programs provide homeless youths with meals and other critical services
Anti-Defamation League teaches school communities to examine and resist bias
Simple ideas to show your appreciation for frontline workers
This local teen created a website to track the global spread of COVID-19
Giddens School navigates neighborliness in tough times
Participate in real science projects in your own neighborhood
Local BIPOC-owned businesses to support this (and every) season
Meet Chayton Remle
This important local nonprofit builds connection and community for families of color
Make this summer count
Anyone can whip up these mom-pleasing recipes
5 inspiring stories, from teddy bears to snack pantries
Organizations offering essential assistance to families
This annual event celebrates youth-driven change
This inspiring youth is working to help restore the health and safety of her community
Learn about 10 local family-friendly climate action organizations that need your help
How families and outdoor recreationists are helping scientists understand our changing world
Meet Alillia Bowden
Getting kids involved in advocacy
Teaching kids kindness, empathy and moral courage
Publisher's Note for ParentMap's November 2019 Issue
Visit a spotlight of the inspiring stories and accomplishments of young human and environmental rights leaders
When two adopted teens couldn’t find the support network they needed, they created it
How the Seattle Public Schools are focusing on community outreach and connection
One mom on making her slacker son work for the summer
Forget the homemade crafts and give them something decent
This spoken-word artist will blow your mind
Bellevue youth Andrea Liao is changing lives, one book at a time
A Q&A with the founder and director of the English Language Learners Alliance
A Q&A with a nationally recognized activist for disadvantaged communities
A Q&A with the director of Camp Korey
A Q&A with the former refugee now helping prosecute violent and economic crimes
A Q&A with the executive director of Refugee Women’s Alliance
A Q&A with the director of product marketing with the Xbox XAC team
The world could use a Superhero. We’ve got 10
A Q&A with Foxy Love Davison, community outreach coordinator for the Progress House Association
A Q&A with the co-founder of the Rain City Rock Camp
Bothell youth Deepthi Chandra has a website for that
A Q&A with a lawyer helping families secure crucial medical care and coverage
A Q&A with the executive director of Hugo House
Meet Aarushi Sahai
Meet Yubi Mamiya
‘Set up. Pack. Drive. Repeat until all the kids are fed.’
Ways for families to support families this season
Meet Cielo Martinez
Experience the life of a child in a developing country this weekend
A Seattle student on making change happen
Plus, volunteering ideas to inspire the whole family
Local teens make change happen
And how the Gates Foundation is helping
You don’t need special powers to make a difference
Learn about Tai McMillan's work
Here's how to volunteer with the games in Seattle this summer
Teens take action at Gates
Finally make it happen
The talk you must have with your children
"I know that to best process my feelings I need to create positive action"
Two boys learned from an afternoon at Food Lifeline
And why shielding them can do more harm than good
A set of 100-day challenges aims for big progress
And how to get your kid involved
How can we raise kids to prioritize empathy and kindness?
How the Bennett family gives back and keeps grounded
The path less traveled to gingerbread, gift-making, lights and giving back
Seattle author Alonda Williams writes a good hair story inspired by her own daughter
Giving back from your kitchen table, block and car
Bill Gates talks with Washington State Teacher of the Year for 2016 Nate Bowling
FarmRaiser helps students sell wholesome food for good causes
Our annual issue of champions for Washington families
The Seattle Times editorial board published a series of articles addressing rising youth homelessness — here's what you should know
From cuddling cats to planting trees, 12 ways to give back with kids long after the holiday season
Who doesn’t love to say “Papua New Guinea?”
'I want my son to be race-conscious, not colorblind'
Volunteering at your child's school get overwhelming — here are 4 tips to help you manage your time, guilt free!
From technology to kids' health, Seattle has become a hub for creativity, with ideas reaching across the globe
From animal care to trail-building to radio work, fun ways kids can give back
How smart technology can offer new solutions to gun violence
How Girl Scouts and other nonprofits are training leaders using Youth Program Quality Standards
How joining a Buy Nothing Group inspired generosity in my children and community
Food banks, community gardens and food rescue groups form a safety net
A conversation about philanthropy with Girl Scouts
A project to teach compassion sows the seeds of big change in one family and their community
Tips for choosing an organization for your giving practice
Hear from foster families
Snag a Food Driving Box and make giving back part of your everyday life
Feed the homeless, do a clothing drive, donate funds and more
Amp up holiday spirit, generosity and giving back
Yours, mine and ours
Helping teens cope with grief
Your health care provider will tell you which prenatal tests he or she recommends for you, but the final decision is really yours.
One mom weighs in
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