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.
The Market at 3 West Ridge Benefiting HUGS & P.A.C.K. to be Held Feb. 7-9
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will host its annual fundraiser, The Market at 3 West Ridge, from Tuesday, February 7 through Thursday, February 9 at 3 West Ridge Road on Skidaway Island. This year’s event will benefit Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS) and People of Action Caring for Kids... - January 22, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
OneEach Technologies Launches In-Kind Donation Solution for Nonprofits to Drive Donor Engagement
OneEach Mindful Giving in-kind product donation solution helps nonprofits generate new donations and engage with more donors by deploying in less than two months. - January 22, 2023 - OneEach Technologies
2022 Year in Review - The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee
2022 saw growth for The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee, the local chapter of the international organization The Way to Happiness Foundation. - January 21, 2023 - The Way to Happiness
The 2023 Nancy Frankel Artist Award is Presented to Anne Marchand
Washington, DC's Zenith Gallery Director Margery Goldberg has selected Anne Marchand to receive the 2023 Nancy Frankel artist award. This annual prize was established the year of Nancy's tragic death to recognize one of America's greatest artists and to continue her legacy in the culture. - January 20, 2023 - The William Meredith Foundation
Tampa Technology Companies Join Forces with Salty Soul Foundation for a Beach Cleanup
Several of Tampa's largest tech companies joined forces with the Salty Soul Foundation to participate in “Tampa Tech Beach Cleanup” event. Despite the chilly weather, over 185 volunteers from the tech companies and the community came together to collect over 550 pounds of trash from Dunedin Causeway beach. - January 19, 2023 - Salty Soul Foundation
Soukup to Host Strategic Goal Setting Webinar for Nonprofits
January is a great time to check your progress and re-align your team to maximize your impact in 2023. - January 19, 2023 - Soukup Strategic Solutions
Big Water Marina and Campground Hosts 2nd Annual Polar Bear Jump
On Saturday, February 18, 2023, Big Water Marina and Campground will host its second annual polar bear jump into Lake Hartwell to raise awareness and funds for the Anderson County Red Fez Shrine Club. The day will kick off at 10:00 AM with day-of registration & check-in for the polar bear jump, and participants will plunge into Lake Hartwell at 11:00 AM. The event is open to the public. There will also be multiple raffles including a free half-day pontoon rental. - January 19, 2023 - Big Water Marina and Campground
2023 Marks 75th Anniversary for Crazy Horse Memorial
The iconic South Dakota attraction is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Crazy Horse Memorial. As the work on the mountain continues, the mission of the memorial has grown in size and scope. - January 18, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
Rebuilding Together Houston - Martin Luther King’s Vision of Change is Alive with This Volunteer Partnership
Third Ward Senior Homeowner received needed home repairs from Rebuilding Together Houston and Reliant Energy. - January 18, 2023 - Rebuilding Together Houston
UFirst CU Becomes First Jersey Sponsor of La Roca FC
La Roca Futbol Club chooses Utah-based credit union to sponsor jerseys. - January 17, 2023 - La Roca Futbol Club
The Center for Adoption Support and Education and Comfort Cases Join Forces to Enhance Nationwide Support to the Foster and Kinship Community
The Center for Adoption Support and Education announce its partnership with Comfort Cases. - January 17, 2023 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
It's Time for a Different Approach to Social Justice: the Ally Ring Launches Today; be a Part of Creating More Unity & Equality for All
Have you ever been in a situation where you were with a group of people, and someone used a racial slur, told an insensitive joke, or said something that wasn’t politically correct? That’s why Robert MacPhee launched a unique project - the Ally Ring. It’s a brand new concept designed to be a very different approach to addressing the world’s serious social justice problems. - January 17, 2023 - Ally Ring
The New York Junior League Announces Its 2023 Outstanding Sustainers and Outstanding Volunteers to be Honored at the 71st Annual Winter Ball
The NYJL to Celebrate Outstanding Sustainers Barbara Etzel and Marion S. Hedges and Outstanding Volunteers Blythe Winchester Brock, Marie T. Finan, Andrea Theresa McDermott, Christina Bott Murphy, and Contessa Officer. - January 16, 2023 - New York Junior League
Nashville Religion Communicators Encouraged to Enter and Win DeRose Hinkhouse Awards
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - January 14, 2023 - Religion Communicators Council
New Animated Short, The Bridge, Spotlights Life-Saving Power of Pets
PAWS NY film inspired by true story about abandoned dog that pushes man suffering from depression back from the edge. - January 12, 2023 - PAWS NY
Pool Shark H2O Partners with USA Swimming Foundation to Offer Free Swimming Lessons - Help Us Save Lives
The economic and social impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic has restricted parents' and guardians’ ability to enroll their children in swimming lessons, resulting in an increase in cases of children drowning. Pool Shark H2O is partnering with the USA Swimming Foundation to reverse this trend and make swimming lessons more accessible. - January 10, 2023 - Pool Shark H2O, Inc.
End the Legacy, Dedicated to Providing Resources to and Advocating for the Genetic ALS and FTD Community, Presenting to FDA January 12
Individuals impacted by hereditary ALS and FTD announce the establishment of a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for their community, Genetic ALS & FTD: End the Legacy. ALS and FTD are neurodegenerative diseases. ALS affects the motor system and leads to rapidly... - January 10, 2023 - Genetic ALS & FTD: End the Legacy
The National Widows Association: Founder Dedicates Her 60th Birthday to Helping the Cause of Providing Awareness, Community, Support, and Resources for Widows
Darlyn Turner, the founder of The National Widows Association, decided that for her 60th birthday, instead of having a fancy gala for herself and family, to host a Birthday Benefit Bash. Darlyn founded NWA one year after the sudden passing of her husband in 2018. After discovering the neglect, oversight, and lack of resources available to widows, Darlyn decided she had to become a voice to this population of over 258 million women worldwide. - January 09, 2023 - The National Widows Association
Shyne Awards Foundation Seeks Nominations to Honor Achievements of Young Leaders
Nominations open for 14th Annual Shyne Awards honoring accomplishments of teens, young adults. - January 09, 2023 - The Shyne Awards Foundation
PAWS NY Raises $114,000 to Support Work Leading into 2023
All funds raised will allow the organization to continue to provide pet care support to older adults and other New Yorkers in need. - January 09, 2023 - PAWS NY
New England’s Longest Running Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
25th annual adaptive Winter Sports Clinic, for veterans with disabilities, takes place January 9-13 at Mount Sunapee. The longest-running but also the second-largest in the United States. - January 06, 2023 - NEHSA
The 9th Annual Commonwealth Motors Christmas Classic
The Commonwealth Motors Christmas Classic Basketball Tournament which first started in the mid-1970’s returns to the court with equal billing for the girls and boys teams. - January 05, 2023 - Commonwealth Motors
Locally Recognized Cranberry Junction Ice Cream Store Restores Hope to Caregivers with Its Philanthropic Efforts Through It's Cones for Caregivers Program
Cranberry Junction Ice Cream, under the leadership of Mohammad Mahmoud, in Hackensack, New Jersey, once again brings holiday delight to caregivers, essential workers and local providers through Cranberry Junction’s Cones for Caregivers Program with expansion set for this 2023 year. Mr. - January 03, 2023 - Cranberry Junction Ice Cream
Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka Awards $704,000 in Grant Funding to Gatesway Foundation
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka (FHLBank) has awarded Gatesway Foundation with a grant of $704,000 for use toward the Housing Transformation Plan for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This grant was provided through the FHLBank Topeka – Affordable Housing Program (AHP). - December 31, 2022 - Gatesway Foundation, Inc.
Gatesway Announces Relocation of Business Office to Metro Tulsa
Local non-profit relocates Business Office to CityPlex Towers in Metro Tulsa. - December 30, 2022 - Gatesway Foundation, Inc.
Chevy Dude Sets an Example of Generosity by Gifting a Car to a Struggling Single Mom
Mike Davenport, a famous YouTuber, gifted a car to a struggling single mom with the help of Jacobs Well, a Southern Indiana nonprofit organization. - December 28, 2022 - Mikes Car Store
Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY Named Official Charity Partner of the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half
Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY has been named an Official Charity Partner of the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half, one of the nation’s premiere half marathons that will take runners on a 13.1-mile journey from Brooklyn to Manhattan on March 19, 2023. The race is organized by New York Road... - December 27, 2022 - PAWS NY
Salvation Army Expects Increase in Demand for Services with Frigid Weather
With the mercury set to plunge later this week in the region and the end of kettle donation season fast-approaching, The Salvation Army of Central Virginia is gearing up for an increase in demand for their services, while at the same time making a last-minute push for donations to their Red Kettle campaign to help cover costs. - December 24, 2022 - The Salvation Army Central Virginia
Blue/Yellow Ukraine USA Announces Two New Board Members
Blue/Yellow USA is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board members: Dr. John (Jonas) Prunskis, and Kasey (Kestutis) Eidukonis, who will help support Blue/Yellow's mission to provide non-lethal aid to Ukraine including the procurement/distribution of required aid, financial support, and... - December 23, 2022 - Friends of Blue Yellow Ukraine USA NFP, Inc
The Catholic Children’s Home Receives a Christmas Surprise
ProCare Health Embraces the Gift of Giving - December 23, 2022 - ProCare Health
Free After-School Meals
Impact LA participates in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program, providing free meals to children after-school. - December 19, 2022 - Impact LA
Philanthropist Rosario S. Cassata, of The Cassata Foundation, Donates Toys for 45 Local Children
The Cassata Foundation Trustee Rosario S. Cassata was proud to support Officer Claudia Delgado and the Suffolk County Police Department "Shop with a Cop" along with the local Target Store. - December 17, 2022 - The Cassata Foundation
TRANSFORM23: Free Virtual Fundraising Summit Featuring 10 Wow-Packed Sessions Led by 10 Visionary and Inspiring Speakers
Tammy Zonker, one of North America's top 20 fundraising experts, is hosting a free fundraising transformation virtual summit called TRANSFORM23 on January 25, 2023. - December 16, 2022 - Fundraising Transformed
Jonathan’s Path, a New 501c3 Organization, is Ready to Serve Middle Tennessee Foster Teens
As the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services is facing scrutiny - a new nonprofit organization is determined to affect change. Jonathan's Path offers Middle Tennessee teenagers in foster care stable placement and full wrap-around services from day one. Jonathan’s Path is committed to assisting local branches of the Department of Children’s Services by supporting their goals to improve the lives of teens in foster care. - December 15, 2022 - Jonathan's Path
Winter Wonderland Opened December 3 and Celebrates its 29th Year of Bringing Smiles and Joy to all Children and Families
On Saturday night, December 3, Winter Wonderland opened on the corner of Fort Harrison Avenue and Drew Street in Downtown Clearwater drawing more than 2,000 happy parents and children. - December 14, 2022 - Church of Scientology
Living Advantage Inc. Invites Press to “Giveaways for the Holidays”
Clothing giveaway at Manual Arts High School on December 15th. - December 11, 2022 - Living Advantage Inc.
Baillie Russell Brown Named an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been named an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the... - December 09, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
New CEO of Hope Mental Health Foundation, Works for No Salary
Hope Mental Health Foundation was founded in 2013 with a goal to help those in financial crisis receive therapy services that they deserve. Over the years, HOPE has grown through donations that it is now turning a leaf into daily operations to continue to help those in need. Jen Hilderbrand, Board President, will begin January 2023 as CEO, a position that is typically paid, for no salary. - December 09, 2022 - Hope Mental Health Foundation
Join Against Domestic Violence - JADV Annual 2022 Toy & Gift Drive Has Launched
JADV is proud to announce JADV’s Annual 2022 Toy and Gift Drive & Xmas Distribution. Join Against Domestic Violence (JADV) started as a grassroots organization in 2007 as Jemba’s Toy & Gift Drive evolving into a 501(c)(3) in 2016. The drive began November 17th culminating on December 17, 2022. One in four women and one in nine men experience severe intimate partner physical violence. This equates to more than 10 million women and men per year (National Coalition of Domestic Violence). - December 08, 2022 - JADV
Forever Husky Named “2022 Top-Rated Nonprofit”
The GreatNonprofits is honored to announce that Forever Husky has been named a Top-Rated Nonprofit. This distinction is based on the positive reviews and ratings that were received from donors, volunteers, foster parents, aid recipients and others who have experienced our work first-hand. Forever... - December 07, 2022 - Forever Husky, Inc.
National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program - 33 Years and Running
Join NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program and cross the finish line with them in 2023. Training runs start at NIFS convenient downtown location Wednesday nights, February 1, – May 3, 2023 at 6 pm. Online registration is now open. The NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program... - December 07, 2022 - NIFS
GenOn Ministries Names Brittany Sky as Christian Parenting and Caregiving Project Director; Seeks Pilot Churches
GenOn Ministries, a nonprofit organization that equips churches with intergenerational ministry training and resources, announces the hiring of Brittany Sky as the Project Director for their upcoming Christian Parenting and Caregiving Project. Brittany is the author of "Raising Good People," the "Celebrate Wonder Bible Storybook" and the "Bible Basics Storybook," and co-author of the "Deep Blue Bible Storybook." GenOn will be seeking churches to pilot resources and training in early 2023. - December 06, 2022 - GenOn Ministries
INSTEP, Inc. Names New President
Bill Corley, founder and President, retired from INSTEP, Inc. His successor is Tammie Nelson (née Dulworth) of Indianapolis. INSTEP will continue efforts to improve communication, collaboration, and care coordination among substance use disorder organizations in the greater Indianapolis area. - December 05, 2022 - INSTEP, Inc.
TAAC Produces Its Largest Fashion Show Ever Held In The Villages, FL
Each year, The African American Club of The Villages (TAAC), a non-profit organization, raises scholarship funds for students attending Wildwood High School, Leesburg High School, and Lake Wier High School. Along with partner organization, The Sophisticated Gents, TAAC has awarded scholarships... - December 02, 2022 - TAAC
Pirates Press on at CMX Cinemas Fallschase - Embrace World Cultures Inc. in Association with Firestorm Productions Presents Fusion 4 World Dance and Music Movie
Embrace World Cultures Inc. in Association with Firestorm Productions Inc. Presents Fusion World Dance and Music Live Red-Carpet Experience at CMX Cinemas Fallschase. Embrace World Cultures Inc. (501(c)3) in association with Firestorm Productions Inc. announces the last of our tickets that are on... - December 02, 2022 - Firestorm Productions Inc.
Landon Pollack, Managing Partner of Ignite Venture Partners, Joins Dream Foundation
Pollack has joined the Board of Directors of the national dream-granting organization. - December 01, 2022 - Dream Foundation
HUNGHRI, Minnesota-Based Nonprofit Unifying the Heartland Through Music, Food, and the Arts to Create a World Free of Hunger
HUNGHRI was founded in 2022 and stands for Heartland Unified Now Global Hunger Relief Initiative. By using the power of the great unifiers — music, food, and the arts — HUNGHRI is bringing the heartland together with the purpose of creating a world free of hunger. Their events, social entrepreneurship, and programs enable people to support a hunger-free world in their everyday lives to raise both funds and awareness towards zero hunger. - November 29, 2022 - HUNGHRI
Hispanic Unity of Florida Received $100,000 Grant from Share Our Strength to Increase Awareness of Child Tax Credit and Support Tax Services Through October 2022
Hispanic Unity of Florida (HUF) received a $100,000 grant from Share Our Strength, a national anti-hunger organization, to increase access to free, quality tax assistance and to support outreach and enrollment efforts for the Child Tax Credit (CTC). Today, HUF is excited to announce a Facebook... - November 29, 2022 - Hispanic Unity of Florida
Scholarship Founder and New Author Khadijah Butler Announces the Release of Her Self-Help Book, "Laying the Foundation, Brick by Brick"
Nonprofit Scholarship Founder and President Khadijah Butler is proud to present her debut release, "Laying the Foundation, Brick by Brick," hitting bookstores everywhere on November 29, 2022. Laying the Foundation Brick by Brick is an informative how-to book focused on teaching others... - November 29, 2022 - Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation
The Lonely Entrepreneur Announces $300,000 in Giving Tuesday Matching Gifts
With $300,000 at stake to benefit aspiring minority business owners, The Lonely Entrepreneur (TLE) is announcing a six-figure matching gift - offered by anonymous donors - ahead of its Giving Tuesday launch on Nov. 29th. TLE's mission-driven objective is to furnish 1 million entrepreneurs worldwide... - November 29, 2022 - The Lonely Entrepreneur