Sunday, November 6, 2005

Looking for a way to contribute, whether with time or money? These resources will help.

The Catalogue for Philanthropy , published by the Harman Family Foundation each year, highlights almost 80 nonprofit organizations in the area, "smaller charities -- the ones you might not otherwise find."

Address: 1101 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 1010, Washington, D.C. 20004

Phone: 202-549-6369

Web site: http://www.catalogueforphilanthropy.org/dc/2004/

The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region publishes an annual Spirit of Giving Guide that highlights 15 to 20 local nonprofit groups. The foundation can assist donors in establishing charitable foundations, donor-advised funds and giving circles; it also provides philanthropic planning services.

Address: 1201 15th St. NW, Suite 420, Washington, D.C. 20005

Phone: 202-955-5890

Web site: http://www.cfncr.org/

Greater DC Cares maintains a monthly calendar of volunteer opportunities in the Washington area.

Address: 1725 I St. NW, Suite 200, Washington, D.C. 20006

Phone: 202-777-4440

Web site: http://www.dc-cares.org/

Washington Grantmakers is a member-based association of local foundations that work together for positive change among the public and within the grant-making community.

Address: 1400 16th St. NW, Suite 740, Washington, D.C. 20036

Phone: 202-939-3440

Web site: http://www.washingtongrantmakers.org/

TouchDC is an online giving initiative of Washington Grantmakers that provides residents with detailed information (including financials) on every charity in the Washington region. It also provides information on volunteering and incorporates a secure means for donating online. In mid-November, TouchDC announces its annual featured charities, some 55 smaller charities in the area.

Address: 1400 16th St. NW, Suite 740, Washington, D.C. 20036

Phone: 202-939-3440

Web site: http://www.touchdc.org/