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.

Brown & Sons Plumbing Will be a Donation Location for Toys for Tots Drive

Toys for Tots Drive kicks off November 15 and will run through December 14. - November 19, 2015 - Brown & Sons

Lake Hopatcong Foundation Will Raise the Roof on Giving Tuesday - December 1, 2015

The nonprofit organization’s goal for Giving Tuesday is to raise $7,500 from the public to go with a $7,500 matching grant, and they hope to do this by selling 300 roof tiles on their website: http://www.lakehopatcongfoundation.org/giving/giving-tuesday. - November 19, 2015 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation

Precision Door Service Makes Donation to the American Cancer Society

At the 2015 Precision Door Service national meeting in Houston TX, Precision Door Service hosted a Casino Party Fundraiser and raised $10,900 for those who are dealing with a cancer diagnosis, those who may face a diagnosis in the future, and those who may avoid a diagnosis altogether because of... - November 19, 2015 - Precision Door Service

Local Contractor Joins Campaign for Hunger Relief

Flat Rate Home Services Helps Donate Food for the Holidays to Feed Hungry Families in Wisconsin. - November 19, 2015 - Flat Rate Home Services

Allied American University Donates $1000 to Veterans Programs with Team Sponsorship in 5K Run

31 Representatives from AAU Participated in the Fifth Annual National Veterans Day Run, Supporting Military Members and Veterans. - November 18, 2015 - Allied Business Schools

Kennewick Homes for Heroes Affiliate Real Estate Agent Gives Back to Over 100 Heroes and Their Families

National Homes for Heroes Program Honors The Kenmore Team for earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club Award. - November 18, 2015 - Homes for Heroes

St. Cloud Homes for Heroes Affiliate Real Estate Agents Give Back to Over 100 Heroes and Their Families

National Homes for Heroes Program Honors Brandon Johnson and Heidi Voigt for earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club Award. - November 18, 2015 - Homes for Heroes

Atlanta Homes for Heroes Affiliate Lender Gives Back to Over 100 Heroes and Their Families

National Homes for Heroes Program Honors Gianni Cerretani for earning the prestigious 100 Heroes Served Club Award. - November 18, 2015 - Homes for Heroes

Abercrombie and Fitch/Hollister Co. to Support Anti-Bullying with a Donation to STOMP Out Bullying™

STOMP Out Bullying™ announces that Hollister, a division of Abercrombie & Fitch, has made a $25,000 donation that will be used to improve the anti-bullying organization’s Live HelpChat Line. - November 18, 2015 - Love Our Children USA

Nancy D. Hruska Joins Leake & Watts After a Successful Career at NYC's Administration for Children's Services

As Leake & Watts’ Senior Director, Program Development, Hruska Will Support the Agency’s Expansion into New Services. - November 18, 2015 - Rising Ground

The Nonprofit Journal to Launch World’s First Nonprofit Radio Channel

The Nonprofit Journal Live with Dee Suomala Internet radio program announced today its plans to launch world’s first nonprofit radio channel. In its first year, The Nonprofit Journal has been very successful in establishing a culture of quality and accountability when it comes to nonprofits... - November 18, 2015 - The Nonprofit Journal

Toll Brothers in Colorado Supports Operation Holidays from Home

Food and personal items will be collected at all Toll Brothers communities in Colorado and sent to troops overseas. - November 18, 2015 - Toll Brothers Colorado

Fairfield County’s Giving Day Returns on March 10, 2016 "Give Where You Live" Event is Set to Break Records in Community Giving

Fairfield County’s Community Foundation announced today that registration is open for the third annual Fairfield County’s Giving Day. Nonprofits may visit FCGives.org to register. New this year-organizations that register by December 16th will be entered into a $1,000 grant... - November 18, 2015 - Fairfield County's Community Foundation

Flowers by Poupariña Partners with Susan G. Komen® Miami/Ft. Lauderdale to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Awareness and Treatment

Flowers by Poupariña has partnered with Susan G. Komen® Miami/Ft. Lauderdale to help raise awareness about breast cancer and help fund a cure for this life-threatening disease. - November 18, 2015 - Flowers by Pouparina

Lowcountry in the Asian Century Essay Competition

The Islands Society launches unique essay competition on foreign affairs for young professionals in Lowcountry. - November 16, 2015 - Islands Society

Feed Tomorrow Foundation Aims to Bring Mobility to Hunger Crisis Across America

Feed Tomorrow Foundation has officially been launched, and is collecting donations of time, food, and money towards their cause. The goal of Feed Tomorrow is to be able to travel across the United States and bring fresh meals to the homeless, vets, or people displaced because of natural disasters. - November 16, 2015 - Feed Tomorrow Foundation

Islands Society Recognized as a “Top-Rated Nonprofit” for Second Consecutive Year

For the second year running, the Islands Society has been recognised as a Top-Rated Nonprofit by Great Nonprofits, the country's leading platform for community sourced stories and reviews about nonprofits. - November 16, 2015 - Islands Society

FlexPrint Inc. Hosts 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament to Raise Money for Children in Poverty

The Nation’s Largest Privately Held Managed Print Provider Celebrates Its Tenth Anniversary and Charity Golf Invitational - November 15, 2015 - Flex Technology Group

Kids Helping Kids Gives the Gift of Warmth

EAC Network receives generous donation of winter apparel for clients. - November 15, 2015 - EAC Network

Eastern National Announces Leadership Transition Plan

Eastern National announces leadership changes. Dr. G. Jay Gogue, Board Chair, has stepped down as Board Chair and will remain a board member. George Minnucci, who served as CEO since 2008, has been named Board Chair. John F. Ryan, Chief Administration Officer, has been appointed Secretary-Treasurer of the Association. He will continue to serve in his current role as Chief Administration Officer. Kevin C. Kissling has assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer. - November 15, 2015 - Eastern National

Canadian Crowdfunding Portal, PinUp Camapaigns, Helping Gospel Singer Share Her Music and Message

Crowdfunding to share her soulful message. - November 14, 2015 - PinUp Campaigns

Dalton Kuen-da Lin (Princeton-Harvard China and the World Programs) Named 2015 Winner of Islands Society’s “Security Threats in the Pacific Essay Contest”

Essays from Fiji, New Zealand, Taiwan, and Tonga selected as finalists in essay competition for young scholars. - November 14, 2015 - Islands Society

Statewide Effort Celebrates Philanthropy

Family Promise to participate in 2015 Colorado Gives Day. - November 14, 2015 - Family Promise of Greater Denver

Friends of Karen to Deliver Gifts (and Smiles) to Children with Cancer

Friends of Karen, a children's charity, needs volunteers to bring the holiday season to local families caring for a child with cancer or another life-threatening illness. "We want them to have joyful memories, even in the midst of illness." - November 13, 2015 - Friends of Karen

Connor Mcleod, the 2015 Recipient of the "Hands On Award" Visits National Braille Press for a Private Tour

National Braille Press (NBP), a non-profit braille publishing house, welcomed Connor McLeod to its headquarters in Boston for an interactive tour of the facility prior to their annual gala, “A Million Laughs for Literacy.” Connor McLeod is accepting the “Hands On Award”... - November 13, 2015 - National Braille Press

Retired Secret Service Agent Launches International Thriller

Author and retired Special Agent, Thomas D. Sloan of Cranford, NJ and Naples, FL, will debut his novel, "Bratva’s Rose Tattoo," published by Donning Company Publishers. He is planning several book signings which include Children’s Specialized Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ as well as the Navy SEAL Foundation in Virginia Beach, VA; and San Diego, CA. All profits from the sale of the novel will benefit these organizations. - November 12, 2015 - Donning Company Publishers

Four Broad Run Students Return from UCLA

Ashburn Teens volunteer for brain tumor research in Los Angeles to help UCLA, Cedars-Sinai and Children's Hospital Los Angeles. - November 12, 2015 - TBKF

TFI Envision Donates Creative Services for Evening of Angels Gala

TFI Envision, Inc. donated their creative services by developing the web advertising for Angel Flight Northeast’s Evening of Angels Gala. - November 12, 2015 - TFI Envision, Inc.

Successful Atlanta 8.5K Closes Event Season

Walkers and runners at the Nov. 7 Starry Night Atlanta 8.5K raised more than $120,000 to benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. More than 600 supporters gathered for the evening 8.5K at Centennial Olympic Park to honor local children with brain tumors, our Stars: Andrea, Anna, Ascher,... - November 12, 2015 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation

One of the Biggest Christmas Events in Georgia: Santa’s Coming To Cobb

Santa’s Coming To Cobb is looking for donations, sponsors and children to attend. Santa’s Coming To Cobb Event is like no other celebration. It is a winter wonderland that is a part of every child’s dreams. Santa flies in by helicopter bringing toys and Christmas excitement. Every Child gets a gift and picture with Santa. There are many Christmas activities for families do to from petting zoo, bounces, games, live music, local youth performances, and real snow. - November 11, 2015 - SantasComingToCobbb.com

Jon and Loretta Runyan to Serve as Honorary Chairs for Food Bank of South Jersey’s Annual Fundraising Gala

The Food Bank of South Jersey – the area’s largest emergency food provider – is hosting its third annual Viva South Jersey Gala fundraiser. The event features a Las-Vegas theme complete with charity gambling, live and silent auctions, and dinner/dancing. A highlight of the... - November 11, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey

Pope Francis Meets Formerly Homeless Street Newspaper Vendor for Exclusive Interview with INSP (International Network of Street Papers)

Pope Francis has invited a formerly homeless street paper seller into the Vatican for an intimate meeting, in which he discussed his determination to make the Catholic Church support the poor. - November 09, 2015 - INSP (International Network of Street Papers)

Cat Care Society Santa Paws Festival 2015 Moves to Saturday & Sunday

Cat Care Society’s Annual Santa Paws Festival Returns the Weekend of December 5-6. - November 08, 2015 - Cat Care Society

EAC Network Division Director Wins State Award

EAC Network is a nonprofit based in Hempstead, NY that provides over 70 human services programs. - November 08, 2015 - EAC Network

Interfacing Donates Over $100K in Services to Moisson Montréal to Improve Distribution Quality and Efficiency

Leading provider of business process management software Interfacing Technologies donates $115 290 worth of software and services to local food bank Moisson Montréal, in support of their logistics, warehousing and distribution efficiency program. - November 07, 2015 - Interfacing Technologies Inc.

Food Bank of South Jersey Names Subaru of America Inaugural Winner of Champion Against Hunger Award

Automaker Honored for Its Long-Time Role in Supporting FBSJ’s Mission. - November 07, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey

Join Rotary District 6960 for the World’s Greatest Meal on Nov. 16

The public is invited to help "END POLIO NOW" with food, drink and fun. - November 06, 2015 - Rotary 6960

Local Shoe Designer Holds Trunk Show Benefitting Dress for Success Tampa Bay

Shola Designs is hosting a trunk show on Sunday, November 22, 2015 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Aloft Hotel located at 100 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, Florida 33602. - November 06, 2015 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay

Save Our Cemeteries Announces Final Lecture of 2015 Series

“Taken To The Grave: Lesser Known Tombs In The St. Louis Cemeteries” a Lecture by Sally Asher - November 06, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries

Christopher C. Antone, JD, Inducted Into the HRSWC Speaker Hall of Fame

The HRSouthwest Conference (“HRSWC”) recognized Christopher C. Antone, JD, as its 2015 inductee into the HRSWC Speaker Hall of Fame at the opening general session of the 74th annual event, held Oct. 25 – 28 in Fort Worth, Texas. The program was established in 2013 to honor... - November 05, 2015 - The HRSouthwest Conference

Wendy Chance, CTS, Recognized as Texas Volunteer Leader of the Year at The HRSouthwest Conference

Wendy Chance, CTS, was named the 2015 Texas Volunteer Leader of the Year during the closing general session at The HRSouthwest Conference (“HRSWC”), held Oct. 25 – 28 in Fort Worth, Texas. The award recognizes those individuals whose volunteer efforts and impact are exemplary in... - November 05, 2015 - The HRSouthwest Conference

Surprise Lake Camp is Building a Swimming Pool

Site work began on August 31 and the concrete shell was poured mid-October. The pool will have an enormous impact on today's campers, and it will enrich the lives of young people for many generations to come. It will be a facility that will make the entire camp community proud. - November 05, 2015 - Surprise Lake Camp

Dream Foundation and San Francisco 49ers Fulfill Final Dream for Terminally Ill California Man

Dream Foundation–the only national dream-granting organization for adults and their families facing life-threatening illness–along with the San Francisco 49ers, will fulfill the final dream of 54 year-old Banning, Calif. resident Eddy Burch who has been diagnosed with stage IV colon... - November 05, 2015 - Dream Foundation

PODS® to Move Toys for One of the Biggest Charities in the U.S.

Moving and storage leader PODS, set to donate for a sixth year to help the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. - November 04, 2015 - PODS

National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program - 26 Years and Running

Training for a race event is better with a group! Join NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program and cross the finish line this spring! Training is at NIFS convenient downtown location Wednesday nights, January 27-May 9, 2016, at 6 pm. Online registration is now open. Now in it’s 26th... - November 04, 2015 - NIFS

New York Food Company & Food Finders, Inc. Launch Digital Food Drive to Give Free Holiday Meals to Southern California Families in Need

Social Activism to Feed the Hungry. Facebook and Tweets Mean Holiday Feasts for Southern California families. - November 04, 2015 - New York Food Company