Thursday, November 13, 2008

Robert Henreich - Golfers Hit the Greens for Charity at Planned Systems International's 12th Annual Golf Tournament (Centre Daily Times)

Planned Systems International (PSI) announced that a record amount was raised for charity at its 12th annual Golf Invitational held October 17, 2008 at Argyle Country Club in Silver Spring, MD. Nearly 140 players and volunteers came out for a beautiful day of golf that helped raise funds for cancer victims and their families. Robert Hernreich

Volunteer San Diego helps nearly 30,000 individuals, families, corporate and community groups fill volunteer needs at 800 community organizations each year. To volunteer or post volunteer opportunities, visit volunteersandiego.org. Robert Hernreich

Local charity Heart for the Homeless has a new home, but still needs help serving the needy. Robert Hernreich

The Bush administration acted Wednesday against an Islamic charity suspected of helping to bankroll Hamas, the militant Palestinian group that the United States considers an international terrorist organization. Robert Hernreich

"Voluntourism is not about martyrdom," says Christopher Hill, CEO of Hands Up Holidays, a London-based company that arranges high-end excursions that incorporate volunteering. "It's about making a difference, even if you're staying at a luxury hotel." Robert Hernreich

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