Social Good

How to Help: Boston Marathon Support and Resources

April 15, 2013

On April 15, two bombs went off near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Greatist is compiling resources on how to help out and stay informed.

Why Windows 8 Cares About Three Innovative Health Apps

Sophia Breene

April 4, 2013

The winners of the Windows 8 Apps for Social Good Contest all created apps that help people get healthier. How are these apps pushing the health and fitness space forward, and why is it important?

Activyst Campaign Makes Bags to Help Girls Play Sports

Kate Morin

March 29, 2013

Here’s how one girl-powered company is turning to athletic bags and team sports to change the world.

#WTF Is a Lifestraw?

Laura Newcomer

March 22, 2013

Can a straw change the world? In honor of World Water Day, Greatist spotlights the Lifestraw and what role it might play in improving access to fresh, clean water around the world.

27 Water Crisis Orgs to Follow Right Now

Laura Newcomer

March 22, 2013

Fresh water is essential to life on this planet, but millions lack access to clean, safe agua — and those of us with access often waste this resource. In honor of March 22’s World Water Day, we’ve rounded up a list of 27 organizations dedicated to keeping water clean and accessible to people all over the world.

6 Unique Social Good Campaigns For Eating Disorder Awareness

Nicole McDermott

February 28, 2013

It's Eating Disorder Awareness Week, and we've rounded up some of the best individuals and organizations that are working toward positive body image for the millions of men and women affected.

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13 Social Good Mobile Apps for a Healthier You

Katya Margolin

September 7, 2012

Mobiles phones aren’t just for Angry Birds. We’ve found 13 mobile apps that help you do good (and live healthy) while on the go.

Activyst Campaign Makes Bags to Help Girls Play Sports

Kate Morin

March 29, 2013

Here’s how one girl-powered company is turning to athletic bags and team sports to change the world.

20 Sports Equipment Companies That Do Good

Laura Newcomer

October 5, 2012

Buying athletic gear is a good way to amp up our game, but can our sports purchases also benefit the world? We round up 20 sports equipment companies that are getting in on giving back.

Why Windows 8 Cares About Three Innovative Health Apps

Sophia Breene

April 4, 2013

The winners of the Windows 8 Apps for Social Good Contest all created apps that help people get healthier. How are these apps pushing the health and fitness space forward, and why is it important?