Nonprofits need money, deals websites e-mail people who want to spend money -- it's a natural combination.

Taxpayers spend about $600 billion a year on K through 12 education. Philanthropists only spend around four billion. But they get a lot for their money.

One organization is using small grants to create projects throughout the world. It's an example of microphilanthropy.

Question: I am a volunteer volleyball coach for a local middle school here in Nevada City. Last year, the school generously gave me $300 for my w...