Mommies are powerful.Moms are among those who are most likely to buy products that benefit a cause, according to a new Cone Inc. survey. Nearly two-thirds of mothers here in the US bought the products in the past, that are associated with a cause.

These are far from idealistic times. Somehow we went from,'Yes We Can' to, 'Can We Really?’ It makes me sad. What about you? Thankfully, there are two new sites that seek to ignite the flame of hope in our hearts.

auseOn will not only focus on giving consumers amazing deals, with discounts ranging from 50% to 90%, but will give up to 20% of its revenues to a cause of the customer’s choice.

Starbucks customers can soon donate to a nearby school's classroom project with a click of a mouse while waiting for their venti, nonfat, no foam, extra-hot whatever.