Philanthropy & Non-profit News
Raise your social consciousness with news pertaining to organizations that exist for reasons other than making a profit and to the companies and individuals that provide services to them. This section highlights charities, educational institutions, philanthropic organizations and foundations.
Ancient Meets Modern: Noble World Foundation Unveils New Paradigm on God
The Noble World Foundation unveils a groundbreaking perspective on God, merging ancient spirituality with modern science. Founder Shiv R. Jhawar, in his recent article published in the India Post, articulates God as an ever-present energy synonymous with existence, a view supported by scientific principles. He emphasizes that real understanding comes from experiencing God's presence within. This initiative aims to refresh the concept of God for the modern era, promoting global peace. - August 28, 2023 - Noble World Foundation
Countdown to September 16 Carnival Celebration: Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside Buzzing with Anticipation for Annual National Day for Kids
The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Greater Redlands-Riverside (BGCGRR) is thrilled to announce the upcoming Day for Kids event, celebrating children in our communities with a variety of fun activities. Day For Kids is a nationally recognized event that is a celebration of kids. In keeping with the... - August 27, 2023 - Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside
Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. to Receive the 2023 Medal of Glory Award
Reverend Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, receives 2023 Medal of Glory Award from the Foundation for Democracy in Africa. Recognized for advancing civil rights, human rights, and democracy in Africa, as well as his role in the African Growth and Opportunity Act. A unifying figure, he's celebrated for bridging divides and promoting inclusivity. The award ceremony takes place during the AfrICANDO U.S.-Africa Trade & Investment Conference Expo on October 27, 2023, in Miami. - August 27, 2023 - The Foundation for Democracy in Africa
Caviar Bar Inside of Resorts World Las Vegas Shows Support for Residents and Businesses Affected by Maui Wildfire by Donating 100% of Proceeds Towards Maui Relief
Originally from Hawaii, Bartender/Mixologist Rylen Komeiji and Chef Michael Nguyen from Caviar Bar both show their support towards their home islands in response to the Maui wildfire that occurred earlier this month. - August 26, 2023 - Aqua Seafood & Caviar Restaurant
Dr. Condoleezza Rice to Receive the 2023 Medal of Glory Award
Dr. Condoleezza Rice, Tad and Dianne Taube Director at Stanford University's Hoover Institution, will be honored with the 2023 Medal of Glory Award by The Foundation for Democracy in Africa (FDA). Recognized for exceptional leadership and lifelong dedication in academia, democracy, and human rights, Dr. Rice's contributions include serving as U.S. National Security Advisor and Secretary of State. The award ceremony will take place during the 24th Annual AfrICANDO. - August 26, 2023 - The Foundation for Democracy in Africa
WAVES Project, Inc. Celebrates 10 Years of Transforming Veterans' Lives Through Scuba Diving
WAVES Project is celebrating their 10 year anniversary; having worked with over 1000 veterans with service connected injuries. Their motto is Recover, through Adventure; Discover, our Underwater World; Rebuild, Families and Relationships. Operating in Southern California, Houston Texas and South Florida Veterans experience the healing properties of aquatic therapy through SCUBA diving. Any veteran with a VA rating and approval from their doctor may be accepted in the program. - August 26, 2023 - WAVES Project
New Polk School Built in 9 Months, and on Budget
Innovative Public-Private Partnership Builds a High-Quality Public-School in Polk County, FL on-time, on-budget in 9 months. - August 25, 2023 - Building Tomorrow's Schools
A Sculpture For the World; Positive, Hopeful 9/11 Memorial Sculpture Installed in Texas by NY Artist Mark Weisbeck
9/11 Memorial Sculpture by New York Artist Mark Weisbeck Unveiled in Southlake, Texas Gardens. The anniversary of September 11th is a time of reflection in the United States and around the globe. Mark Weisbeck’s “Remembrance and Renewal” 9/11 memorial sculpture is a gift to the world by the people of Southlake, TX. - August 22, 2023 - Weisbeck Design
Durham Veterans Resource Fair & Stand Down
This event offers a multitude of services and resources to the veteran population including (but not limited to), housing, education, veterans benefits information, employment, social enrichment, healthcare, and legal assistance. Over 60 vendors will be in attendance. - August 21, 2023 - The Joel Fund
Uncommon Grit Foundation Celebrating Its Fifth Annual Bone Frog Open Golf and Music Weekend
Sponsors and foursomes are invited to be a part of this epic event. - August 19, 2023 - Uncommon Grit Foundation
Huntington Study Group Welcomes FDA Approval of New Drug for Chorea in Huntington’s Disease
The Huntington Study Group (HSG) together with its wholly owned subsidiary, HSG Clinical Research, Inc., a world leader in clinical trials for Huntington’s disease (HD), today shares that the Phase 3 pivotal KINECT®-HD study conducted by HSG in collaboration with Neurocrine Biosciences,... - August 18, 2023 - Huntington Study Group
Carlton Senior Living Sponsors Vallejo Center for the Arts Gala to Build Strong Community Relationships
Carlton Senior Living is excited to sponsor the upcoming Vallejo Center for the Arts Gala Disco Nights event. This partnership is a testament to Carlton Senior Living's dedication to building and nurturing strong community relationships. - August 18, 2023 - Carlton Senior Living
Black Business Association Presents Black Business Day Empowerment Fair in Partnership with U.S. Bank, KJLH, and the County and City of LA
In partnership with U.S. Bank, KJLH 102.3 FM, L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, Supervisorial District 2, and L.A. City Councilwoman Heather Hutt, Council District 10, the Black Business Association is excited to host a celebration of achievement, resilience, and community collaboration is... - August 17, 2023 - Black Business Association
Huntington Study Group Announces Positive Topline Results for Virtual Unified Huntington’s Disease Rating Scale® (vUHDRS®) Study
The Huntington Study Group (HSG) together with its wholly owned subsidiary, HSG Clinical Research, Inc., a world leader in conducting clinical trials for Huntington’s disease (HD), today announces positive topline results from its Virtual Unified Huntington’s Disease Rating Scale®... - August 14, 2023 - Huntington Study Group
The FOXG1 Research Foundation Appoints Dr. Soo-Kyung Lee as Chief Scientific Officer to Lead Therapeutics for FOXG1 Syndrome, an Autism-related Rare Disease
The FOXG1 Research Foundation (FRF), a parent-led rare disease patient organization focused on driving therapeutics for FOXG1 syndrome, an Autism-related neurological condition, announced today the appointment of Dr. Soo-Kyung Lee as the new Chief Scientific Officer of the FOXG1 Research Foundation (FRF). Dr. Lee’s dedication to curing FOXG1 syndrome is deeply personal as a mother to Yuna, diagnosed with FOXG1 syndrome in 2009. - August 12, 2023 - FOXG1 Research Foundation
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Awards Over $160,000 in Student Scholarships
San Diego and Riverside County students receive scholarships from the Cal Coast Cares Foundation to further their education. - August 11, 2023 - California Coast Credit Union
Carol Sharp Appointed President & CEO of The Night Ministry
Human services leader Carol J. Sharp has been named President & CEO of The Night Ministry, an innovative provider of services to Chicago's unhoused population. - August 11, 2023 - The Night Ministry
Monadnock Community Hospital Celebrates 100 Years of Caring
Monadnock Community Hospital is delighted to host a fun-filled community day to celebrate 100 years of serving the Monadnock region. This event will be held in the Bond Wellness Center & Bond parking lot. Save the Date for Saturday, June 3rd, 2023, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm. MCH will be offering hospital tours, live music, children's games, touch-a-truck, face painting, employee craft fair, local food trucks, free health screenings & much more. - August 10, 2023 - Monadnock Community Hospital
Early 2023 Fundraising Results Reinforce Diverse Strategy Urgency
While large donors drove marginal growth in giving dollars throughout 2021 and much of 2022, their stability has begun to erode. According to FEP’s latest quarterly data, a decrease in donors and dollars given was evident across all donor types in Q1 2023, with major donors causing an... - August 09, 2023 - GivingTuesday
Join the Capital Area Urban League (CAUL) at Its 6th Annual Values-Voice-Vigilance Conference to be Held Saturday, August 12, 2023
The keynote address will be delivered by Walter Thorne, Market President & Publisher of Albany Business Review. Conference Thought Leaders inform roundtable discussions in the following areas: participation and representation, economic development, education, reparations and restitution, environmental justice, health, and restorative justice. Lunch and CAUL membership is included with the purchase of a conference ticket. - August 09, 2023 - CAUL
Philanthropist Venisha Arnold Founder of The Nonprofit Organization Persistence is The Key Continues to Inspire & Giveback
Venisha Arnold continues to inspire & giveback with the launching of The Arnold Foundation/Henry’s Place a scholarship fund and "Persistence is The Key! The Podcast" an inspirational podcast which provides a platform by sharing stories of prominent individuals who overcame obstacles & difficulties to accomplish their goals and to win in life. - August 08, 2023 - Persistence is The Key
Rutgers Plays Host to 10th Annual Leadership Academy for Teens with Tourette Syndrome
Created in partnership with former professional soccer player, current broadcaster, and Tourette Syndrome advocate, Tim Howard, the Academy is the only leadership program for teens diagnosed with TS in the nation. - August 03, 2023 - NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders
Kidney Care Partners Urges CMS to Change Proposed ESRD Rule to Address Payment Shortfalls on Labor and Innovation
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – urged critical reform to new policies introduced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System and Quality Incentive Program Proposed Rules. - August 01, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
RSVP Honors Community Leaders at 50th Anniversary Dinner
RSVP Volunteers celebrated its 50th Anniversary on July 18, 2023 at RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve. The event recognized the contributions of leaders, supporters, and volunteers who have made the organization's success possible over the past half century. The honorees included: ·... - August 01, 2023 - RSVP Volunteers
SKSF’s 12th Annual Night of Comedy Benefiting Kids with Disabilities
Special Kids Special Families (SKSF) invites the community to join their 12th annual Night of Comedy - Boots, Buckles, & Chuckles on Saturday, September 30th, at Boot Barn Hall featuring renowned comedian ventriloquist, Greg Claassen. This signature fundraising event raises funds for... - July 31, 2023 - Special Kids Special Families
The GivingTuesday Data Commons Launches Rethinking Resilience: Insights from the Giving Ecosystem
In this report, The GivingTuesday Data Commons presents a holistic view of global giving in 2022, reflecting the full breadth of the Data Commons’ initiatives, partnerships, data, and analysis. - July 25, 2023 - GivingTuesday
Charles Rizzo Gifts The Children's Charity Over $5,000 to Assist in Their Efforts to Provide Bikes for Children
The Michigan businessman continues in his commitment to help children with special needs. - July 25, 2023 - Chuck Rizzo, Jr.
Huntington Study Group and CHDI Foundation Collaborate on Enroll-HD
HSG Clinical Research, Inc. - the Huntington Study Group’s clinical research organization (CRO) and wholly owned subsidiary (collectively referred to here as HSG) - has begun providing CRO services for CHDI Foundation’s Enroll-HD observational study and clinical research platform in the... - July 25, 2023 - Huntington Study Group
Antis Roofing & Waterproofing Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast’s Back-to-School Backpack Drive by Donating Its Own Humanitarian Cash Award
Antis Roofing & Waterproofing will donate its David Chow Humanitarian Award cash prize to a beloved annual tradition at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast (the Club). The $2,500 check will be presented to the Club during their Back-to-School Backpack Drive on August 3, 2023. Antis will also host a big party for the organization and the hundreds of kids it serves. - July 22, 2023 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing
Emmanuel Katto's "Emka Foundation" to Make a Continuous Positive Impact in the Life of Unprivileged Children
Africa is a continent which is rich in minerals, in which Uganda is a beautiful country but consists of deprived children. Emmanuel Katto through his “Emka Foundation” thrives to uplift the life of these children in various ways such as by ensuring the basic amenities of life such as food, health and education. - July 21, 2023 - Emka Foundation
Hypatia Women CEO ETF Named an Official ETF of USA Softball
USA Softball, the National Governing Body of Softball in the United States, is excited to announce Hypatia Women CEO ETF (“WCEO”) as an Official ETF partner of USA Softball. An exchange-traded fund managed by Hypatia, WCEO and its partnership with USA Softball will be highlighted by... - July 20, 2023 - Hypatia Capital
Exquisite Meteorites and More from Private Collection of Geoffrey Notkin Headed to Auction July 22
Sale features rare, unique, and collectible specimens from star of TV’s "Meteorite Men" - July 20, 2023 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
Dr. Linda D. Hackett Celebrated as a VIP Member of P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Magazine’s Summer 2023 Issue
Dr. Linda D. Hackett of Dover, Delaware is celebrated as a VIP Member in the summer 2023 issue of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of nonprofit and education. About Dr. Linda D. Hackett Dr. Linda D. Hackett is the senior vice president,... - July 19, 2023 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Latisha's House Marks 10th Anniversary with Expansion of Services for Human Trafficking Survivors, Launches "The Freedom Project" at Annual Gala
Latisha's House, a nonprofit organization supporting female survivors of sex trafficking, celebrates 10 years of service. They expand their services to all adult survivors and children, focusing on safe housing and restorative care. The gala aims to raise awareness and funds for their initiatives. Through Hope Village, Freedom House, and RentRelief+, survivors receive holistic support. Join the gala and make a difference in survivors' lives. Visit www.latishashouse.com for details. - July 18, 2023 - Latisha's House
Homeinc Partners with Foster Love, Supporting Children in Broward County
The Homeinc Team Helps Foster Love Donate 50 Decorated Bags of Supplies for Hands & Feet - July 17, 2023 - Homeinc
Boot Out Breast Cancer: Improving Breast Cancer Care Through Strategic Donations
Boot Out Breast Cancer, a prominent charity in Greater Manchester, continues to make significant strides in the fight against breast cancer. Through their dedicated fundraising efforts, the organisation has raised over £1.1 million to support breast cancer equipment and resources. Today,... - July 15, 2023 - Boot Out Breast Cancer
Free Home Repairs for Rural Harris County
Rebuilding Together Houston will now provide free home repairs for low-income homeowners in rural areas of Harris County. Repairs include temperature control equipment such as window AC units, and roof replacements. - July 12, 2023 - Rebuilding Together Houston
Introducing Knowledgable Initiative to Develop Safety ("KIDS") Advocacy Network
Today marks the launch Knowledgeable Initiative to Develop Safety ("KIDS") Advocacy Network, a collective dedicated to promoting child safety and well-being through knowledge, development, and advocacy. - July 12, 2023 - KIDS Advocacy Network
High Temperatures Threaten Houston Residents
This summer, Rebuilding Together Houston (RTH) is expanding its Safe and Sound Services Program (SSSP) targeting heat-related health and safety hazards in homes and providing potentially lifesaving relief to the Harris County homeowners most in need. - July 12, 2023 - Rebuilding Together Houston
AmpleHarvest.org joins USDA’s 2023 Feds Feed Families Campaign to Combat Hunger and Improve Access to Healthy Food
AmpleHarvest.org will again participate in "Feds Feed Families", the annual federal government summer food drive. The 2023 virtual campaign will run from June 26 through September 30. - July 11, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
Living Advantage Inc. Announces “Mixer That Matters” with Radio Personality Dawn Dai
Living Advantage, Inc. (LA, Inc.), a 30-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth, is thrilled to announce its upcoming fundraising event, "Mixer That Matters" with Media Personality Dawn Dai, host of the Vitamin D Podcast. The extraordinary event will take... - July 09, 2023 - Living Advantage Inc.
ProCFO Partners Announces $50K National Nonprofit CFO Grant Program
ProCFO Partners Taps Youth Mentor Program MENTEE as First Grant Recipient - July 08, 2023 - ProCFO Partners
Art Exhibition Explores Multifaceted Manifestations in Contemporary Art
An intercrossing of ideas, cultures, identities, and disciplines in Miami from July 15 to August 15, 2023. - July 07, 2023 - MIA Curatorial Projects
Rebecca E. Clements Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide
Rebecca E. Clements of Villas, New Jersey has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2023 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of nonprofits. Clements was also honored as a Professional of the Year for... - July 07, 2023 - Strathmore Worldwide
ACREF Introduces Its Newly Elected Officers and 2023 – 2025 Board of Directors
The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc. (ACREF) has appointed six individuals to its Board of Directors. Each director will serve a two (2) year term. - July 07, 2023 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
Act of Humanity Launches Initiative to Break the Cycle of Poverty Through Education in Peru
Act Of Humanity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underprivileged communities, proudly announces the launch of "Project Peru: Educating Poor Children to Break the Cycle of Poverty." This transformative initiative aims to provide quality education and essential resources... - July 06, 2023 - Act Of Humanity
Super Hero Summer Camp That Saves Homeless Animals
PawSquad Summer is created for youth to experience and explore something they’re 100% passionate about, animals. It's a free, fun-filled, online summer “camp” from July 3 - Labor Day, with different weekly animal-related themes to inspire animal-loving kids to be superheroes for homeless animals. A signature program of The Pawtectors, a year-round online program that inspires kids to be compassionate for animals. Their motto is Compassion for Animals = Compassion for Humans = Compassion for All. - July 03, 2023 - The Pawtectors
Local Church Donates Two Million Dollars During Pandemic
The Lighthouse Church of All Nations, based in southwest suburban Alsip, Illinois, has reached the milestone of $2,000,000 given away to the community since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. - June 30, 2023 - The Lighthouse Church
GiveCentral Launches GCSmart: Transforming Giving & Engagement
GiveCentral, an online fundraising and engagement platform for nonprofits including churches, has launched GCSmart, a set of smart tools that can help in an extensive boost of fundraising results. GiveCentral has been working with charities for more than 10 years and this launch, powered by... - June 30, 2023 - GiveCentral
AARP Awards Grants to Six Maryland Organizations as Part of Its Nationwide Program to Make Communities More Livable
AARP Maryland announced six organizations throughout the state will receive 2023 Community Challenge grants – part of the largest group of grantees to date with $3.6 million awarded among 310 organizations nationwide. - June 29, 2023 - AARP Maryland