Do you have those movies that you can watch several times and never get tired of seeing them? There are a few movies that I don’t mind seeing over and over (and over) again! Recently the movie Lincoln has become

Of all the things that occupy the life of a child or teen, school has to be at the top of the list, right? From grades to teachers to friends to maybe even applying for college, it can become an

Oscar fever is upon us in all of its gilded glory! If you’re a fan of the Academy Awards, you probably know the big event is coming this Sunday, February 24th. It’s no secret that Oscar likes to reward the

When it comes to building momentum for a social cause, one of the most effective ways to get some serious attention focused on a movement is to get a celebrity to endorse it. When a celebrity speaks out against

As the presidential debates are just around the corner and the big November election draw nearer, politics seems to be on just about everyone’s brains these days.

Since July is all about Going Global at Heart of Gold, we chose Empowered Women International as our featured cause of the month. Empowered Women International (EWI) is such a perfect cause for us to highlight because it’s all about … Continue reading →

If you’re a social activist and have a cause you want to rally the troops (or at least other people who share your passion) around, blogging can be an excellent way to create a platform to share news, write articles, … Continue reading →

Each year on June 20th, countries all around the world celebrate World Refugee Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of the situation of refugees everywhere. We decided to take that as an opportunity to make the plight of refugees … Continue reading →

May 2nd is National Teen Pregnancy Awareness Day and so we’ve decided to dedicate the entire month to bringing more awareness to this cause. Though teen pregnancy rates have declined in the past few years, 3 in 10 girls will … Continue reading →

What’s the difference between social movements that gain a ton of momentum and those that stay small and stagnant? Chances are, the causes that grow and blossom did so because they found a way to get people excited about their … Continue reading →

April is a month where people all over the globe focus on the environment and climate change, culminating in the celebration of EARTH DAY on April 22nd. Our theme this April is the Environment, and that’s why we’ve decided to feature … Continue reading →

March is National Nutrition Month, and we’re featuring it as our highlighted cause because we know that practicing good nutrition is a huge part of taking care of physical and mental health, which means it’s key to thriving in all

If you’re volunteering with a nonprofit or want to launch an organization rooted in a social cause as opposed to making money, you’ll undoubtedly rely on the generosity of donors. Monetary donations are critical to helping a charity stay afloat,

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and Heart of Gold is is proud to bring attention to this important cause. HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The goal of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month is to bring national awareness 

With the Republican primaries kicking off today in New Hampshire and a presidential election set to capture the country’s (and world’s) attention this November, politics seems to be what’s on just about everyone’s brains these days.

Raising money for a cause or charity can be challenging in the in the best of times, but in today’s tough climate where funds are tight for just about everyone, getting people to part with their cash calls for getting … Continue reading →

When it comes to sharing your passionate point of view about your cause, there are endless ways to reach potential partners and advocates. One of these ways is to write an Op Ed piece, which is basically an “opinion piece” … Continue reading →

Never underestimate the power of a petition. A well-crafted petition, coupled with signatures of passionate supporters, can create change…and fast. Don’t believe us? Just ask Costco. They recently stopped selling unsustainable fish like cod and Chilean sea bass after more … Continue reading →

Perhaps one of the biggest challenges you’ll face when trying to get attention for your cause is, well, getting attention for your cause. With so much competition for the spotlight, getting anyone to take notice of your issue might seem … Continue reading →

If you’ve got an important movement, event, or group to promote, don’t miss out on one of the easiest ways to spread the word – creating a Facebook page dedicated to your cause. Hey, you may not reach all 24 … Continue reading →