5 Bucks is Change

Fringe Sports and Odd Pursuits

Janet — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:03:44 +0000

I had the pleasure of speaking to a lively crowd at Ignite Raleigh 3 on February 16th on my favorite subject besides 5 Bucks is Change, “Fringe Sports and Odd Pursuits”. As a collector of new experiences and a cheerleader for small nonprofits, events and organizations I often find new and unusual activities to try, [...]

Soup and a Bowl to Go

Janet — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:59:06 +0000

If you have been waiting for the Soup Bowl Supper, put February 23rd on the calendar but call now for reservations. Every other year Artspace hosts a fund raising Soup Bowl Supper with a delicious dinner that comes with a ceremic bowl hand made by art students from Southeast Raleigh, Sanderson and New Hope High [...]

Triangle Spokes Group says bikes are a childhood rite of passage

Janet — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:11:01 +0000

On April 20, 1996 a group of children representing countries from around the world gathered to draft a “Children’s Bill of Rights“. This document summarized basic rights that all children the world over should be entitled to and expect. As we deal with issues of poverty and inequality in America we must acknowledge that there [...]

Avast ye! Drag Bingo goes Pirate!

Janet — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 20:24:42 +0000

The Alliance of AIDS Services Carolina is a remarkable agency doing remarkable work for those living with HIV/AIDS and their families through compassionate and non-judgmental care, prevention, education and advocacy. I love supporting this organization because they have great passion for their work and clients. The staff and volunteers also give with an uplifting [...]

Volunteer – It’s easier than you think

Janet — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 17:46:51 +0000

Volunteerism is alive & well and just around your corner. The excuses for not volunteering are becoming fewer and fewer. "I only have a couple of hours", "I can’t volunteer on a regular basis" and "I don’t know who to contact" have all become invalid reasons for not giving a little of your time to [...]

Durham Tour De Fat – June 25th

Janet — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 02:50:11 +0000

This Saturday Bicycles will take over downtown Durham as the Tour de Fat rolls into town. Sponsored by New Belgium Brewery, the bicycle themed family event includes local bike related organizations as presenting charities. The Tour de Fat will be Saturday, June 25 from 10:00am – 4:00pm at the American Tobacco Campus in Downtown Durham. [...]

Laissez les bons temps rouler

Janet — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 15:47:10 +0000

Fat Tuesday Gala for Meals on Wheels Purple, Green and Gold – the official colors of Marti Gras will be in evidence Tuesday, March 8th at the Fat Tuesday Gala Celebration to benefit Meals on Wheels of Wake County. The Annual Gala event taking place at the North Ridge Country Club is celebrating their 10th [...]

Go Red for Women

Janet — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 03:49:44 +0000

Plan ahead Ladies and get your Red on! On Friday, February 4th get all your girlfriends together and participate in Go Red for Women sponsored by the American Heart Association. What is Go Red for Women? It’s an opportunity to raise awareness of a really important health issue for women, cardiovascular disease, the number one [...]

When was the last time you gave blood?

Janet — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 15:26:42 +0000

Giving blood is a process that takes very little time and can be scheduled for your convenience. With a number of locations in the RTP area, you should be able to donate without going very far out of your way. As a regular donor, I am on an e-list from the American Red Cross. The [...]

It’s Not Too Late

Janet — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 22:06:43 +0000

2010 is winding down and what a remarkable year it has been for me! Since launching the idea of 5 Bucks is Change last Christmas I have met hundreds of people who share my enthusiasm for helping nonprofit organizations, both large and small. I have been inspired by thousands of acts of kindness and generosity [...]