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.
Retired NYPD Detective Mark Pucci Announces New Nonprofit, The National Institute for Law and Justice, to Assist Families of Missing and Murdered Persons
Mark Pucci, retired NYPD detective and current Founder/Chief Investigator of New York Private Detective Services (New York) and Guardian Angel Investigations (Nevada), announces the formation of a new 501(c)3 nonprofit, The National Institute for Law and Justice (NILJ). NILJ provides free management of investigative services for crime victims, their families and loved ones who are searching for answers, resolutions and closure. - September 15, 2022 - National Institute for Law & Justice
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services' Apartment Community Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Shrewsbury's Holy Infant Apartments provides affordable housing solutions to seniors. - September 15, 2022 - Cardinal Ritter Senior Services
NAMI KDK 5K Run/Walk: The Race to End Stigma
NAMI KDK 5K Run/Walk The Race to End Stigma Saturday, October 8, 2022 9:00am Prairie Point Park in Oswego, IL Join NAMI KDK for a community event celebrating the efforts of The National Alliance on Mental Illness Kane-South, DeKalb and Kendall County to eradicate the stigma of mental illness. Come... - September 13, 2022 - NAMI-KDK
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for Point Blue Conservation Science in West Marin - Point Reyes Wildlife Institution Increases Sustainability of Operation
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a solar electric power installation at Point Blue Conservation Science Facility in the seaside town Bolinas, West Marin County. Located in the heart of the Point Reyes National Seashore, Point Blue, originally known as the Point Reyes Bird Observatory, is harnessing the power of the sun to provide significant utility savings to their facilities. - September 13, 2022 - SolarCraft
Showroom for Black Emerging Designers - Official Grand Opening
Pink Maison, the prestigious luxury showroom that offers student designer scholarships and provide exposure to emerging designers, announced its official Grand Opening in Downtown Atlanta. - September 13, 2022 - Pink Maison
Zemplee Participates in The Shalom Sanctuary Center for Elder Abuse Breakfast Fundraiser
Zemplee sponsors a breakfast fundraiser event at Hooverwood Living’s Shalom Sanctuary Center for Elder Abuse, Indianapolis. The breakfast fundraiser will be held on Tuesday, September 13 beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Hooverwood Living Community at 7001 Hoover Road, Indianapolis, Indiana. - September 12, 2022 - Zemplee
NAMIWalks 2022 Returns to Angels Stadium
The 2022 NAMIWalks Orange County 5K walk will take place at Angels Stadium on November 19, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. Registration will begin at 7:00 a.m. - September 11, 2022 - NAMI Orange County
Healthcare Litigation Firm Dummit, Buchholz & Trapp Promotes Four New Partners
Dummit, Buchholz & Trapp is proud to announce the elevation of four associates to partnership, effective July 1, 2022. Their appointment is part of the firm’s continuing growth strategy and the first for the San Diego office since opening in 1991. “Our new partners reflect our... - September 09, 2022 - Dummit, Buchholz & Trapp
Belk’s Donations to Family Promise Top $3.1 Million in Support of Children and Families Experiencing Homelessness
The southern department store became the nonprofit’s leading active funder after $360,000 donation from April’s in-store and online Charity Sale. - September 09, 2022 - Family Promise
Military and Veteran Families Encouraged to Sign Up for Soldiers’ Angels Adopt-A-Family Program
Soldiers' Angels Holiday Adopt-A-Family program pairs eligible deployed military and veteran families with businesses and individuals who want to help them celebrate the holiday season. - September 08, 2022 - Soldiers' Angels
IDI Consulting Joins the Fight Against Heart Disease and Stroke in Pittsburgh
2022 Pittsburgh Heart Walk supporting the American Heart Association sponsored by IDI Consulting. - September 07, 2022 - IDI Consulting
Forever14 Puts Out a Call for Teams, Volunteers and Sponsors for the Great Race to End Teen Suicide
Today, organizers of The Great Race to end teen suicide are calling for teams, volunteers and sponsors for the outdoor adventure event taking place on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 at the Sky Tavern Ski Area. This family fun event is open to people of all ages. - September 07, 2022 - Forever14.org
Healing with Horses Scouting Experience
Eagle Scout project brings "Healing with Horses" experience to children with special needs. - September 07, 2022 - Healing with Horses Experience
San Diego Nonprofit, Solutions for Change, Advances Its Vision to Solve Family Homelessness with No Taxpayer Funding
San Diego nonprofit, Solutions for Change (SFC), knows firsthand the frustration that the people of San Diego are facing. Despite record levels of government funding, the impacts of homelessness and its associated overdose deaths, crime and mental anguish continue to rise. To address this growing... - September 06, 2022 - Solutions for Change
Mission Zero Hundred Hours Announces Saluting With Smoke Festival & Fundraiser
Mission Zero Hundred Hours (MZHH), a 501(c)(3) charity focused on Veteran suicide prevention and awareness, today announced the return of Saluting With Smoke for 2022. MZHH’s premier BBQ festival & fundraiser returns to Yorkville, Illinois on November 4 & 5 hosted at Raging Waves... - September 06, 2022 - Mission Zero Hundred Hours
American Challenge – Lessons from 9/11 Sponsored by the Veterans Memorial & Support Foundation
Earlier this year, U.S. Air Force Veteran Mark Lindquist who was running for Congress in his home state gave up his Congressional campaign when the conflict with the Ukraine broke out. Today, he serves 15 miles behind the line in the Ukraine. Mark plans to travel across the globe and, along with... - September 04, 2022 - Veterans Memorial & Support Foundation
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Educator Grants Application Deadline Extended
So Cal educators get more time to apply for grants to help with classroom projects. - September 03, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Retired NBA Player, George Lynch Celebrity Charity Golf Tournament for Disadvantaged College Students, Presented by GUICE Wealth Management
August 22, 2022 was the first annual George Lynch Golf Invitational benefitting HBCU Heroes to help disadvantaged college students enter and remain in college. It was a day of champions, as fellow UNC alum, friends, family and supporters rallied together to make a difference. - September 02, 2022 - GUICE Wealth Management
Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation Announces the Launch of Its Pediatric Development Outreach Program
On Friday August 24, 2022, The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate its launch of a new Pediatric Development Outreach Program designed to provide families with... - September 02, 2022 - Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation
Employee Experience Champion Joins My Possibilities
People and culture leader, Tiffanie Douglas, SHRM-CP joins My Possibilities as new Chief People Officer. - September 02, 2022 - My Possibilities
Edward Jones to Sponsor the Inaugural Hope for Kids Classic Benefiting the American Foundation for Children with AIDS
The Hope for Kids Classic looks to raise $20,000 with a matching grant for children with AIDS, and attract golfers in the Lebanon, PA area. - September 01, 2022 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Paws for Purple Hearts is Hosting a 2022 Open House Event
Paws for Purple Hearts is hosting a 2022 Open House Event at 5550 Oberlin Dr. Suite B, San Diego 92121 on September 7th from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. for its 2022 Open House Event. - August 31, 2022 - Paws for Purple Hearts
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank to Hold National Diaper Need Awareness Week
Sept. 27 through Oct. 3 week to focus on the causes and consequences of diaper need. - August 31, 2022 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
All Wheels Up Working Group to Focus on In-Cabin Wheelchair Securements for Dedicated Wheelchair Spot
All Wheels Up (AWU), the only not-for-profit organization in the world funding and conducting research for a wheelchair spot on airplanes, announced its third working group of key stakeholders from U.S. and foreign air carriers, airplane, airplane seat and wheelchair manufacturers, regulatory... - August 30, 2022 - All Wheels Up
2022 Denali Dash Raises Record $175,000 for Seattle Children’s Hospital
Tech Company, its partners, and the community honor kids like Malachi Stohr. - August 30, 2022 - Denali Advanced Integration
Navajo Power Accepted Into Second Apple Impact Accelerator Class
Impact Accelerator program will take Navajo Power to new heights. - August 30, 2022 - Navajo Power
Jacksonville Company is Giving a New Roof to Local Non-Profit Organization
Jacksonville company is giving a new roof to local non-profit organization in its annual program. Reliant announces the sixth annual Every Shingle Heart Initiative. - August 30, 2022 - Reliant Roofing, Solar, & Hurricane Shutters
Dr. Linda D. Hackett Recognized as an Honored Member of P.O.W.E.R (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dr. Linda D. Hackett of Dover, Delaware is recognized as an Honored Member of P.O.W.E.R. 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, co-founder and statewide academy... - August 29, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Help Where Help is Needed: Social Spirits Company "Vodka 4 Peace" Launches in the US
Launch of Swiss Social Spirits Brand “Vodka 4 Peace” in the US market on Ukrainian Independence Day. Within 5 months, they donated 34,400 CHF of direct help to humanitarian NGOs in Ukraine. For every bottle sold in the US, a donation of $1 is made to BlueCheck Ukraine, an organisation co-founded by Liev Schreiber (actor/film director/screen writer). - August 24, 2022 - Vodka 4 Peace
Philanthropist Jeanette Heinz Elected to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center’s Board of Directors
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeanette Heinz to the Center’s board of directors for a two-year term. “I am honored to welcome Jeanette to our board,” says Barry Ellis, chairman of the MACC’s board of directors. - August 24, 2022 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Black Male Leadership Conference Honors Detroit’s Local Leaders
Michigan Democratic Black Caucus Chair Keith Williams to Keynote Event - August 24, 2022 - Man Power Mentoring, Inc.
Small Town Native African-American Physician Gives Back to Community with New Nonprofit
Dr. Tanika Long, a Barnesville native, has founded a new nonprofit organization, Full Circle of H.O.P.E., Inc.(FCOH) to help the community of Barnesville, GA/Lamar County. In this area, ~20% of people live in poverty, and the household income is directly proportional to the education level achieved. The purpose of FCOH is to positively impact the educational, social, spiritual, and physical lives of African American and other disadvantaged, marginalized students in Barnesville, GA/Lamar County. - August 23, 2022 - Full Circle Of Hope, Inc.
37th Annual Judy Lopez Memorial Award for Children’s Literature
The Judy Lopez Memorial Award for Children’s Literature Presents Global Virtual Ceremony Fall 2022. The 37th annual Judy Lopez Memorial Award for Children’s Literature hosted by the Women’s National Book Association, Los Angeles (WNBA-LA), will broadcast its virtual awards event... - August 23, 2022 - Judy Lopez Memorial Award
The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates Welcoming Week and Reminds Community That Belonging Begins with Us
Welcoming Week celebration to take place at the YMCA September 9-18. - August 23, 2022 - The Gateway Family YMCA
New Spark Tank Venture to Assist Ferguson Entrepreneurs
Introducing Spark Tank: Ferguson (spark-tank.org). In partnership with Benedictine College (benedictine.edu) and Premier Business Brokers (premierbb.com), this new free business accelerator program will be a game changer for aspiring entrepreneurs in North St. Louis. - August 22, 2022 - Civil Righteousness
Casino Night Fundraiser to Support NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome
Financial Resources Federal Credit Union (FRFCU) has announced NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders (NJCTS) as this year’s Foundation charity recipient. The Somerville based non-profit will receive the proceeds from the credit union’s annual Casino Night taking place... - August 21, 2022 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Power Walk for Dress for Success® Returns in Tampa Bay
Celebrating Health, Wellness, and Women’s Equality Day. - August 19, 2022 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
International Rett Syndrome Foundation to Host 15th Annual Strollathon
Non-profit organization's St. Louis event to raise money for research treatments. - August 19, 2022 - Rett Syndrome Foundation
Baillie Russell Brown Named an Influential Business Professional by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been named an Influential Business Professional by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the... - August 16, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Coalition to Cure CHD2 Announces Two Recipients of Its 2022 Early-Stage Investigator Research Grant
Two $30,000 seed research grants were awarded to investigators studying CHD2-related neurodevelopmental disorders. - August 15, 2022 - Coalition to Cure CHD2
Moderna, Inc. CEO Stéphane Bancel, Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO David Solomon, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper, Among 2022 Mentors for Jeff Ubben Posse Fellows Program
Moderna, Inc. CEO Stéphane Bancel, Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO David Solomon, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper, Americares President and CEO Christine Squires, and Redfin President and CEO Glenn Kelman will each host and mentor a member of the fifth cohort of Jeff Ubben Posse Fellows in... - August 11, 2022 - The Posse Foundation
Watkins Insurance Group Launches Teacher Support Program with School Supplies Giveaway
Austin’s Largest Privately-Owned Insurance Agency Furthers Its Commitment to Education in Central Texas - August 11, 2022 - Watkins Insurance Group
Katie’s Pizza Donates to Marygrove
Join Katie’s Pizza and Pasta Osteria for its August Giveback Tuesday Event. On August 23, 100% of Katie’s Town & Country sales will be donated to Marygrove, a nonprofit that provides a safe home, compassionate care, and high-quality mental health services to children who have experienced significant trauma. - August 06, 2022 - Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria
South Jersey Apple Fest Coming to Salem County, New Jersey
The South Jersey Apple festival is coming to the Salem County Fairgrounds, Woodstown, New Jersey on September 10 & 11, 2022. The apple themed festival will host over 125 craftsmen, Food Trucks, an Apple Dessert Contest, entertainment, free hayrides, wine sampling, apple pie by the slice, Apple Pageant, free apples for kids and so much more. Visit www.sjapplefest for details. - August 05, 2022 - South Jersey Apple Fest
Clicks and Bricks Podcast Announces an Interview with Angela Taylor
This special episode focuses on how one visionary helps children and adults with developmental issues. - August 04, 2022 - Clicks and Bricks Podcast
Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) Announces Year-End Review
Preventing hunger and homelessness, FAM delivers over 2 million pounds of food and provides over $3.7 million in assistance to keep families and seniors housed. - August 04, 2022 - Family Assistance Ministries
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Welcomes New Period Supply Partners
Four new organizations to work with nonprofit by providing period supplies throughout the community. - August 04, 2022 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Dr. Shalon’s Maternal Action Project Announces the Appointment of Dr. Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha to Its Board of Directors
Dr. Shalon’s Maternal Action Project (DSMAP), a national leader in maternal health, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha, PhD, MPH, CHES to its Board of Directors. “I am ecstatic that Dr. Ndidi is joining our team. I met her several years ago through my... - August 02, 2022 - Dr. Shalon’s Maternal Action Project
Annual Veterans’ Art Exhibition Brings Wounded Warrior Dog Sculptures to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
In the heat of battle, man’s best friend is often a soldier’s steadfast companion. That sentiment comes across in artist James Mellick’s Wounded Warrior Dogs, a sculptural exhibition that runs Aug. 7 to Sept. 11, 2022, at the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) in Hendersonville, Tenn. The installation, part of the MACC’s Fourth Annual Veterans Art Exhibit, will also feature the metal sculptures of artist and U.S. Air Force veteran Valentine Adams. - August 02, 2022 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Catholic Charities Appoints New Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ellen Hammerle, Visionary Human Services Leader & Social Justice Advocate
Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Ellen Hammerle, JD, Ph.D., and LMFT to Chief Executive Officer starting August 1, 2022. Appointed by the Catholic Charities Board of Directors, Dr. Hammerle moves from her role as Vice... - August 01, 2022 - Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Mateo, & Marin