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.
Platinum Reine Foundation Launches New Programs to Empower Future Leaders
The Platinum Reine Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of its new programs, meticulously designed to cultivate strong, effective leaders ready to make a meaningful impact in their communities. As the new year unfolds, the Foundation is poised to make a significant impact by empowering... - February 02, 2025 - Platinum Reine Foundation
Redbarn Pet Products donates 37,000+ Pounds of Dog Food to Support L.A. County Wildfire Relief Efforts
In the wake of the devastation and loss caused by the multiple wildfires within Los Angeles County in January, Redbarn Pet Products has donated more than 37,000 pounds of Redbarn Stews and Dry Dog Food to the Animal Wellness Foundation. - February 01, 2025 - Redbarn Pet Products
Join the Movement: "Long Beach Against Anti-Blackness: Call for Justice and Peace in Long Beach"
A critical call to action is set for Tuesday, February 4, 2025, as community members, leaders, and activists come together in Long Beach to demand increased accountability, justice, and safety for Black communities. This pivotal gathering underscores a community-driven push to address systemic... - February 01, 2025 - Community Peace and Wellness Collective
Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry Announces Women’s Event: Come and See - a New Journey Begins
Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry (TPOM) is hosting a special women's event, Come and See: A New Journey Begins, on June 7, 2025, at Old Natchez Country Club. The event will celebrate strength, transformation, and resilience while raising awareness for The Morgan House, a new step-down facility designed to help women step up to full independence after completing its reentry program. The event will feature live interviews with former TPOM residents. - February 01, 2025 - Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry
Dementia Society of America® Announces 2024 Ginny Gives® Award Winners
The Dementia Society of America (DSA) is thrilled to unveil the international recipients of the prestigious 2024 Ginny Gives® Awards. This annual program highlights remarkable contributions to Dementia care, non-medical interventions, basic research, and innovations that significantly enhance... - January 31, 2025 - Dementia Society of America
Project K-9 Hero and Redbarn Pet Products Announce Exciting New Partnership to Support Retired Police and Military Working Dogs
Project K-9 Hero, a national nonprofit dedicated to protecting retired Police K-9s and Military Working Dogs, is proud to announce a new partnership with Redbarn Pet Products, a leader in premium pet food and treats. - January 30, 2025 - Redbarn Pet Products
Restored Rites of Eleusis to Return for 39th Year at Spring Mysteries Festival
Spring Mysteries Festival, the premier event dedicated to the revival and celebration of ancient spiritual traditions, is thrilled to announce the Restored Rites of Eleusis will be performed in Seattle, Washington this coming spring. The sacred rituals, once lost to time, will be brought to life... - January 29, 2025 - Spring Mysteries Festival
Rajesh (Raj) B. Shah Joins CR&T Board of Directors to Advance Cancer Research and Treatment
The Cancer Research & Treatment Fund, Inc. (CR&T) proudly announces the appointment of Rajesh (Raj) B. Shah to its esteemed Board of Directors. Raj brings a wealth of experience and passion to CR&T’s mission of advancing the fight against cancer. His appointment reinforces the... - January 29, 2025 - The Cancer Research & Treatment Fund, Inc.
Nonprofit Seeks Volunteers for Cervical Cancer Prevention Mission in Guatemala
Madre y Niño, an organization dedicated to empowering midwives in rural Guatemala, is seeking volunteers for its upcoming trip focused on preventing cervical cancer in the Petén region. The trip, which aims to reach 400 women, is scheduled from Sunday, March 9 to Saturday, March 15, 2025. Volunteers must apply by Sunday, February 9, and are first come first served for those who qualify, with a maximum of ten spots available. - January 27, 2025 - Madre y Niño
Community Center to Host Nonprofit Leaders and Volunteers for a Workshop on Social Media Marketing
Nonprofit leaders, staff and volunteers are invited to a workshop on social media marketing, hosted by the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center. - January 26, 2025 - Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
Dozens of College Students from Across Virginia Join Lawmakers and Swipe Out Hunger to Push for Hunger-Free Campus Act
Students and legislators unite in Richmond to address college hunger and push for vital funding to support basic needs programs statewide. - January 24, 2025 - Swipe Out Hunger
MD Capital Successfully Secures a Total of $225M in Financing for Health Services Organization
MD Capital successfully secures $225 million in financing for a health and human services organization, supporting vital initiatives in behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related services. This transaction demonstrates MD Capital’s expertise in delivering customized financing solutions to clients. The firm specializes in strategic debt financing for industries including healthcare, corporate, M&A, and C&I. - January 23, 2025 - MD Capital
Child Care Aware of Missouri Releases 2025 Child Care Report
Nonprofit shares data analysis to demonstrate Missouri's child care system evolution since COVID-19. - January 23, 2025 - Child Care Aware of Missouri
Just Enduring Announces Second Annual Bingo for Bereaved Parents Fundraiser
Just Enduring, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families who have experienced child loss, is hosting its second annual Bingo for Bereaved Parents Fundraiser on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The event will take place at St. Cletus School at 2721 Zumbehl Road, with doors opening at 6 pm... - January 23, 2025 - Just Enduring
African Mission Healthcare Awards Dr. Gregory Sund the $500,000 L'Chaim Prize Which Will Improve Rural Healthcare for Women and Children in Africa
African Mission Healthcare is privileged to announce Dr. Gregory Sund, MD, FCA, as the recipient of the Gerson L'Chaim Prize for Outstanding Christian Medical Service. This prestigious $500,000 award, the largest annual award dedicated to direct medical care, is granted to Dr. Sund and his institution to implement a transformative proposal aimed at enhancing anesthesia care in East Africa. The project will focus on safe anesthesia, benefiting women and children's health in under-resourced areas. - January 22, 2025 - African Mission Healthcare
Super Bowl Ticket Raffle to Support Unbranded, a Non-Profit Empowering Sex Trafficking Survivors
Super Bowl Ticket Raffle to Support Unbranded, a Non-Profit Empowering Sex Trafficking Survivors. Only 1500 tickets will be sold and (5) winners of a pair of tickets will be announced “live” on January 30 at approximately 7pm CST. Unbranded’ s mission is to serve sex trafficking survivors who have been branded, a common practice used by traffickers to exert control over their victims. The organization provides a safe and supportive environment for survivors to heal and rebuild their lives. - January 22, 2025 - Unbranded
Hope’s Door Named One of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Westchester
Hope's Door among 17 companies selected as a 2025 Best Place to Work in Westchester. The awards program is promoted by 914INC in partnership with Best Companies Group. - January 22, 2025 - Hope's Door
Join Quantisophy: A Bold New Platform for Exploring the Quantum Net and Building a Global Community
Quantisophy.com launches its podcast and online forum to unite seekers worldwide in exploring the interconnected Quantum Net. Join them to uncover hidden truths and create a collective legacy of insight and growth. - January 19, 2025 - Quantisophy
California Coast Credit Union Offers Financial Assistance to Members Impacted by So Cal Fires
California Coast Credit Union is offering loan relief options to homeowners affected by wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Cal Coast, one of the longest serving credit unions in Southern California, is making emergency loans, loan modifications, no-cost loan payment deferral plans, and other... - January 16, 2025 - California Coast Credit Union
Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Announces Spring Concert Season
The Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra will be presenting three orchestral concerts in Spring 2025 that include outstanding world class soloists as guest artists. Steven Moeckel, well known for his role as the Phoenix Symphony Concertmaster, joins the orchestra as soloist in beloved violin concerto, The Butterfly Lovers, in a special concert on Valentine's Day weekend. Peter Eom will perform the Dvorak Cello Concerto as soloist in a serenade tribute to those most special to us, on Mother's Day. - January 16, 2025 - Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra
Men Having Babies Launches Family Building Benefits Database for the LGBTQ+ and Infertility Communities
Nonprofit organization Men Having Babies (MHB) launches a unique searchable database dedicated to locating and assessing family building benefits offered by companies to employees. The continuously expanding database is part of several resources and online tools aimed to make parenting through surrogacy and IVF more affordable for the LGBTQ+ community as well as people who suffer from medical infertility. - January 16, 2025 - Men Having Babies
LIFT2Enrich, Inc to Receive $10,000 Challenge America Award from the National Endowment for the Arts
LIFT2Enrich, Inc. is proud to announce its approval for a $10,000 Challenge America award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). This funding will support the organization's innovative Movie Talk program, which empowers students through storytelling and filmmaking. Designed to combine literacy and creativity, Movie Talk guides participants in writing, producing, and starring in their own short films, with mentorship from industry professionals. - January 16, 2025 - LIFT2Enrich Inc
BBCF and TRHT Partners Celebrate MLK Day and National Day of Racial Healing
BBCF and TRHT Selma Community Partners mark annual observance of MLK Day and National Day of Racial Healing, Jan. 20 & 21. - January 16, 2025 - Black Belt Community Foundation
LA Artists Offering Pet Portraits with a Purpose: Support the Pasadena Humane Society and Make Your Pet a Hero
For the month of January, Hattas Studios will donate 100% of the custom pet portrait profits to the Pasadena Humane Society and SPCA, to provide direct animal relief and rescue that have been burned, injured and require oxygen as a result of the wildfires in California. - January 15, 2025 - Hattas Studios
AMPP Announces 2025 Annual Service and Technical Awards Winners
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, proudly announces the recipients of its 2025 Annual Service and Technical Awards. These prestigious honors will be presented during the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo,... - January 15, 2025 - AMPP
Sons of the Flag Appoints Combat Veteran Johnnie Yellock II as New Chief Executive Officer
Sons of the Flag (SOTF), as leading non-profit organizations supporting burn survivors and advancing burn treatment, announced the appointment of Johnnie Yellock II as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective, January 6, 2025. Yellock will work alongside outgoing CEO Sherry Whidby throughout... - January 14, 2025 - Sons of the Flag
Child Care Aware of Missouri Hosts Leadership Development Event
Nonprofit offers in-person Live2Lead simulcast developed by John Maxwell Enterprises. - January 12, 2025 - Child Care Aware of Missouri
ShopProp Offers Free Home Buying and Renting Services to Those Affected by the Los Angeles Fire
In response to the devastating Los Angeles fire that has displaced countless families, ShopProp is proud to announce its commitment to supporting those impacted by offering free home buying and renting services. We are also calling on other real estate agents and industry professionals to join us... - January 10, 2025 - ShopProp
Delta Power Equipment Corporation® ("DELTA") Acts Quickly to Support Efforts to Rebuild and Revitalize Areas Impacted by Devastating Floods in Western North Carolina
When Hurricane Helene struck the Carolinas, Delta employees recognized an opportunity to join in efforts to assist those working to help needy families and businesses throughout South Carolina, Western North Carolina, and Tennessee to cope with the impact of the hurricane and this devastating flood. - January 09, 2025 - Delta Power Equipment Corporation
Rev. Dr. Natalie P. Alford Selected as a Woman of the Month for December 2024 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Natalie P. Alford of Mitchellville, Maryland has been selected as a Woman of the Month for December 2024 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of religion. She will be featured in the winter issue... - January 09, 2025 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Black Belt Community Foundation 2025 Arts and Community Grants Cycle Kicks Off New Year
The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) is pleased to announce the launch of its 2025 Arts and Community Grants Cycle which opened on January 7, 2025. The foundation is offering arts grants ranging from $500 to $3,500 to support arts organizations across BBCF's 12-county service area which... - January 08, 2025 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Brandon Hair Joins Retirement Living Associates to Lead Operations - Third-Party Management Growth is Focus
Brandon Hair becomes VP of Operations for Retirement Living Associates. He will lead the effort to expand third-party management relationships. - January 07, 2025 - Retirement Living Associates, Inc.
Busy Buzzy Bots Wrap Up a Remarkable 2024: Inspiring Change from San Ramon
Busy Buzzy Bots, a San Ramon-based non-profit founded by siblings Saahithi and Saaketh Madhuvarsu, celebrated a remarkable 2024 with 20 impactful events across the Bay Area, inspiring nearly 500 children and earning some prestigious awards. The organization raised $6,500, donating $3,000 to causes such as building school bathrooms, supporting blind schools, and providing bicycles to underprivileged kids. - January 06, 2025 - Busy Buzzy Bots Inc.
Debt Management Plans Prove to be Successful for DebtWave Clients
DebtWave Credit Counseling, Inc. analyzed data on clients that enrolled onto their debt management program during a five year period. Results show a success rate of 68.4%. More than 10,000 clients paid their credit card debt in full during this period. - January 05, 2025 - DebtWave Credit Counseling, Inc.
Central California Psychedelic Summit
The Central California Psychedelic Summit 2025: Building Bridges in Psychedelic Science and Community Wellness The Central California Psychedelic Summit (CCPS) 2025 is set to return to Fresno, uniting researchers, clinicians, community leaders, and advocates to explore the transformative potential of psychedelics in mental health, wellness, and harm reduction. This event will take place in the heart of the Central Valley, fostering collaboration and meaningful dialogue. - January 03, 2025 - Advanced Behavioral Concepts
Start Strong, Stay Connected at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Provides Unique Opportunities for Everyone - December 28, 2024 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Just Enduring Offers Holiday Remembrance Ideas for Bereaved Families
The holiday season, deemed the most wonderful time of the year, is a difficult time for bereaved families. After the heartbreaking loss of their infants, Co-founders Ben and Lara Gillham and Nick and Martha McGeehon started Just Enduring, a nonprofit organization that gives bereaved parents the... - December 24, 2024 - Just Enduring
Mike Ferry’s Annual Toy Drive: a Season of Giving and Community Impact
The Mike Ferry Organization’s annual Toy Drive was a huge success, collecting over 300 toys for children and families in need. Real estate professionals and community members came together to support The Ronald McDonald House in Anaheim and UMC Children’s Hospital in Las Vegas. Sabrina Ferry, President of the organization, highlighted the power of community and giving back. This event reinforces the organization’s commitment to making a positive impact during the holiday season and beyond. - December 21, 2024 - The Mike Ferry Organization
FEP Data for Q3 2024 Shows More Dollars Coming from Fewer Donors in a Continuing Trend
Q3 2024 fundraising data highlights a common trend of donor consolidation as seen in previous quarters. While there was a small increase in total dollars donated, with a modest 0.9% increase in dollars raised, this growth masks significant declines in donor participation, particularly among smaller... - December 19, 2024 - GivingTuesday
CFVI Announces the $1 Million Rashida A. Hodge Scholarship Fund: Empowering Future Leaders of the USVI
The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) is thrilled to unveil the creation of the $1 million Rashida A. Hodge Scholarship Fund, established by St. Thomas native and CFVI board member Rashida A. Hodge. This transformative scholarship represents not just an investment in education but a... - December 18, 2024 - Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
The Debrief Project Announces Plans for a Documentary Film Honoring the Heroes of the Battle of Baqubah, Iraq
Compelling Stories from Soldiers, Leaders, and Families to be Captured in Time for 20-Year Anniversary of a Hard-Fought Victory - December 18, 2024 - The Debrief Project
Giving Back to the Denver Community
During the month of November, Oracle Acquisitions is proud to announce the successful completion of its Turkey Drive, providing over 25 frozen turkeys to Denver Rescue Mission. The Rescue Mission helps to put pre-assembled Thanksgiving meals on the tables of local families in need this Thanksgiving... - December 18, 2024 - Oracle Acquisitions
Chisholm Law Gives Nonprofits 5 Reasons to Seek Legal Counsel for Grant Compliance and Reporting
Chisholm Law, Orlando’s premier nonprofit law firm serving the needs of charitable organizations in all 50 states, offers five reasons to enlist legal guidance for maintaining grant compliance and meeting reporting standards. - December 13, 2024 - Chisholm Law Firm
Bobby Langford, Sr. Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Bobby Langford, Sr. of Huntsville, Alabama has been named as a Professional of the Year for 2025 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in nonprofit services to veterans and their families. He was also named Professional of the Year in 2024, making... - December 13, 2024 - Strathmore Worldwide
Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS Completes $5.8 Million Commitment to Fund ALS TDI’s Translational Research Center
The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) is proud to announce that Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS has fulfilled its $5.8 million commitment, pledged in 2021, to advance ALS research. This transformative funding has directly supported the Augie’s Quest Translational Research Center... - December 13, 2024 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Chisholm Law Outlines Essential Legal Considerations for Starting a Nonprofit in 2025
Chisholm Law, Orlando’s premier nonprofit law firm serving the needs of charitable organizations in all 50 states, is helping founders understand the critical legal steps needed to form a nonprofit, avoid common legal pitfalls, and successfully navigate the 501(c)(3) application process. - December 11, 2024 - Chisholm Law Firm
New Release: "Money and Spirit: Surrendering Our Finances to the Work of the Holy Spirit"
Barnabas Foundation announces the upcoming release of "Money and Spirit: Surrendering Our Finances to the Work of the Holy Spirit." A biblically grounded study on the intersection of faith and finances, Money and Spirit is designed to be a practical resource for individuals, couples, and small groups. - December 11, 2024 - Barnabas Foundation
Philanthropists Rosario S. Cassata and His Wife Carolyn, Trustees of the Cassata Foundation, Hosted Their Organization's Annual "Shop with a Cop"
The Cassata Family personally provided the funds for more than 40 local children and their families from the Huntington community to each go on their own personal shopping spree at Target. - December 10, 2024 - The Cassata Foundation
Arizona Pharmacy Association Appoints Garet Turner as New CEO
Today, the Arizona Pharmacy Association (AzPA), the leading voice for Arizona’s pharmacy professionals, announced the appointment of Garet Turner as its new Chief Executive Officer. Turner, a seasoned management, membership and fundraising professional will take the helm on January... - December 07, 2024 - Arizona Pharmacy Association
Unblinded and NJBIA Partner to Revolutionize Business Growth at Transformative December 12 Event: Go Unblinded!
Unblinded is partnering with the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) for the Go Unblinded! event on December 12, 2024, in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. This event aims to unite business leaders to explore the Unblinded Formula for exponential growth and collaboration. Both organizations share a vision to enhance business capabilities through mastering influence, process, and self. - December 05, 2024 - Unblinded