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.
Dream Foundation’s 20th Anniversary Gala and Auction Will Raise Vital Funds to Benefit End-of-Life Dreams
Distinguished guests and foundation friends will include honoree, John Paul DeJoria, performers, Bill Medley, KT Tunstal, and David Ryan Harris and live auctioneer, Andrew Firestone. - November 03, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Sombrero Mexican Food Exceeds Goal of Raising $30K for Muscular Dystrophy Association, in Honor of 30th Anniversary
Over the course of three years, the San Diego-style Mexican food restaurant hosted annual fundraisers to reach its goal, sending a total of 37 kids to MDA Summer Camp. - October 31, 2014 - San Diego-Style Sombrero Mexican Food
TFI Envision Donated Creative Services to Develop Newspaper Ad for Heeling Autism
TFI Envision has donated their creative services to develop a full color newspaper ad for Heeling Autism. Heeling Autism is a Guiding Eyes for the Blind Service Dog Program in which its world-renowned dogs are trained to provide safety for children with autism. - October 31, 2014 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Aleph Group Inc.; Alleviating Food Insecurity in the Community, United States and Around the World
Aleph Group Inc. serves, seeks and shares the positive impact in the fight against food insecurity in the community, United States and around the world; by manufacturing specialty vehicles and mobile solutions. - October 31, 2014 - Aleph Group Inc.
Digital Music Exploration and Song Sharing Web Project Bolsters Idea of Creative Cover Art to Revamp Music Industry
Crowdfunding project seeks to help recording artists market their music and contribute to a great cause through cover art. Daniel James, singer and songwriter for House of Never, a prominent band out of Austin, TX said that the barrier to entry for independent musicians is lower than it has ever... - October 30, 2014 - MillionTraqs
Free Dental Care for Our Wounded Warriors, Veterans & Their Families, from a Caring Dentist Wanting to Give Back to the Service Men & Women That Defend Our Freedom
Dr. Ben Mandel, a former VA dentist wants to help our veterans with free dental care on November 14th, 2014 at his clinic in La Mesa, CA., a suburb of San Diego. Over the last year we’ve all heard of the difficult time our veterans & warriors are having with the VA in obtaining proper Medical and Dental care. Dr. Mandel wants to help them now with the basic dental care necessary for a happy, healthy smile. - October 29, 2014 - Dr. Ben Mandel, DDS
Exceptional Children's Foundation Launches New Website
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF), a 2014 Top-Rated Nonprofit, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website (www.ECF.net). ECF has been improving the lives of children and adults with special needs since 1946. ECF’s new website clarifies ECF’s niche as a provider of... - October 29, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Mississippi, Texas motorcyclists Raise $62,000 for the PBTF
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in Mississippi and Texas raised more than $62,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Oct. 26. More than 400 riders attended the events to honor the Stars, local children with brain tumors: Caiden, Caitlyn Bree, Chris, Heaven, Jocelyn, Katelyn, Katie, Mackenzi,... - October 29, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Robert Renteria, Jim Oberweis, Make Impact in Chicago Schools
Books infuse purpose in the lives of Chicago and suburban youth. - October 27, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
Local Chiropractor Dr. Jean-Pierre of Upper Cervical Institute of Florida Says He Will Work for Food
A Boca Raton chiropractor, Dr. Gregory Jean-Pierre, will be doing a food drive to benefit the Boca Helping Hands Food Bank. - October 27, 2014 - Upper Cervical Institute of Florida, P.A.
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Arkansas is Verified by Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, on October 16, 2014. Verification means that... - October 25, 2014 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Ballen Group Joins Forces with Team Kenzie to Support Candlelighters
The Ballen Group has recently been involved in Team Kenzie events to raise money for Candlelighters. In an effort to raise more funds for the foundation, The Ballen Group is donating $50 per property closing to Candlelighters. - October 25, 2014 - Ballen Brands
Family-Friendly Raleigh LUNGe Forward 5K Raises Funds for Research, Education & Awareness for Lung Cancer
The Raleigh LUNGe Forward 5K Run, Walk & Rally will take place on Saturday, November 1 at North Hills Midtown Park and is presented by Duke Raleigh Cancer Center. This will be the 8th year this race has been held, forwarding the goal of providing a network of hope and action for all those... - October 25, 2014 - Lung Cancer Initiative of NC
St. Louis Mud Run Makes Donation to The Backstoppers
Fifth bi-annual race raises $5,000 for organization. - October 25, 2014 - The Battlegrounds at Cedar Lake
LEAP, LLC: Inspiring Wellness, Leading by Example
Lawrence Executive Alliance Of Professionals (LEAP), CEO and President, Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence, leads the company with his personal commitment to health and wellness as an endurance athlete. - October 24, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Join Us for a Morning of Hope and Awareness at the 7th Annual Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research
Join over a thousand runners, medical professionals, brain tumor survivors, families, friends, TV and movie stars at the 7th Annual Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research Sunday morning, November 2, 2014 at Dockweiler State Beach, Playa Del Ray. The 5K/10K race, along with a Kids Fun Run, and... - October 24, 2014 - TBKF
Friends of Karen Brings Gifts (and Smiles) to Sick Children
Help deliver the holiday spirit to those who need it most by fulfilling a child's wish list. - October 24, 2014 - Friends of Karen
WDHA FM Joins Center for Tourette Syndrome's NJ Walks for TS at Mendham
The 5th annual advocacy walk is November 15th. - October 24, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Zumba Challenge at New York Sports Club, Deer Park, NY Tanger Arches
Zumba Challenge Fundraiser for Girls Inc. of Long Island - October 23, 2014 - Girls Inc. of Long Island
Boston, Philadelphia Join Starry Night to Cure the Kids
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, attracted more than 500 participants in Boston and Philadelphia on Oct. 18. At start time, the events had raised $61,000. The crowds came to the 8.5K events at Joe Moakley... - October 23, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Sparo's Launch Enables Online Shoppers to Purchase with a Purpose
The startup’s patent-pending application and game-changing platform seamlessly connects merchants, charities, and shoppers. - October 22, 2014 - Sparo Corporation
Unbound Medicine Delivers Latest Ebola Guidelines to Mobile Devices Worldwide - Up-To-Date Recommendations Now Downloadable in Free Relief Central™ App
Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for health care, today announced the release of Ebola Guidelines, a new resource available as part of the free Relief Central™ mobile app. Ebola Guidelines consolidates and organizes the latest diagnosis, management, and prevention... - October 22, 2014 - Unbound Medicine
"Celebrating Our Survivors 2014" - Longevity Pilates, is Holding a Fund Raiser to Benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation
In the Longevity Pilates family there are currently 8 women who are all Breast Cancer Survivors. To celebrate survivors, Longevity Pilates, an official “Shape Magazine Pilates for Pink” studio is holding a raffle with all proceeds to go to the “Breast Cancer Research Foundation.” - October 22, 2014 - Longevity Pilates LLC
Exceptional Children’s Foundation Receives Grant from the LA Lakers Youth Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from The Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation. This grant will help provide services for nearly 200 K-12 students with special needs at ECF’s Kayne Eras School. The Los Angeles Lakers Foundation focuses... - October 22, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
10th Anniversary Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research and Services Saturday, October 25th at M&T Bank Stadium
For more information on the 10th Anniversary Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks taking place this Saturday, October 25th at M&T Bank Stadium's Parking Lot C, please visit: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/baltimore. - October 22, 2014 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Phoenix Rides for Kids with Brain Tumors
Motorcyclists at the 18th Phoenix Ride for Kids raised $22,990 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Oct. 19. Nearly 170 riders attended the event at Higley High School in Gilbert, Ariz., to honor our Stars, local children with brain tumors: Brock, Ellie, Gaites, Keegan, Leslie, Rosalena and... - October 22, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Lamido Philippines Sponsors Blackout Party for Charity
For the first time, Lamido Philippines is sponsoring Blackout Colorphonic Explosion, an event organized by UP ACES, a non-stock, non-profit organization duly recognized at the UP Diliman College of Engineering. Proceeds of the event will benefit Good Food Community, a foundation that extends a helping hand for a growing sustainable society with focus on farmers and how to nourish the land. - October 19, 2014 - Lazada Philippines
St. Louis Mud Run Donates Shoes to Haiti
Race collects muddy shoes for charity. - October 19, 2014 - The Battlegrounds at Cedar Lake
Website Launched Specifically for Good Deeds
First and only website geared towards doing good deeds in your own community, for your neighbor, friend, stranger or anyone who needs help. - October 19, 2014 - WorldOfHumanity.com
Waterways Chaplains Gain Key Information at Workplace Matters’ Training Day
Waterways Chaplains took a day off from their regular duties recently to attend a training day which gave them a wealth of new information - to help them in their job of offering a listening ear and, where needed, a helping hand to those living on and around Britain’s waterways. Organised by... - October 18, 2014 - Workplace Matters
Illinois Eye-Bank and EBAA to Honor Alex Scarbro, Cornea Donor, at Annual Run for Vision
Held each year, the Run for Vision 5K is an opportunity for members of the ophthalmology and eye banking communities to come together in support of the Eye Bank Association of America’s (EBAA) efforts to restore sight worldwide. More than 300 runners participate annually in support of this... - October 18, 2014 - Illinois Eye-Bank
Earth Mom to the Rescue
Earth Mom offers an important new social media icon designed to provide the world with a means of motivating global commerce into becoming much more accountable for their environmental impact, to the citizens of the world who purchase their products. - October 17, 2014 - EarthMom.org
Memorable Milestones of Military Support
LEAP Foundation DC’s Chairman, Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence, will commemorate his 50th race by running the Baltimore Marathon on October 18th in support Catch A Lift. - October 17, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Haute Parties Presents Pleasure Mansion
Haute Parties is hosting Houston's upscale mansion party event "Pleasure Mansion." Partygoers will meet at a centralized parking location to be chartered by a fleet of luxury party buses and stretch vehicles to the 10,000 sq/ft mansion. Inside, there promises to be over 100+ hand selected models that have been screen via application process, cigar room, hookah lounge, jello wrestling, live performances, international DJ's, and more. - October 17, 2014 - Haute Parties
Second Doctorate for Workplace Matters’ Chief Executive Officer
The Rev Dr John Scott’s second anniversary of his becoming CEO of Workplace Matters (WM), a charity which takes Christian values into the workplace, has been marked by his being awarded a second doctorate. This second doctorate is in divinity and has been conferred by the University of... - October 17, 2014 - Workplace Matters
3 Reasons to Dine with Friends of Karen and Mamma Rosa on November 3
The owners of Mamma Rosa Ristorante present a lovingly prepared dinner with wine to thank Friends of Karen for their support when their son battled cancer. - October 17, 2014 - Friends of Karen
Author Brian F. Martin Reaches Out to Help Adults Recover from Childhood Domestic Violence
Brian F. Martin is on a mission to move beyond "awareness" and into healing for adults who grew up with domestic violence at home. His book, "Invincible: The 10 Lies You Learn Growing Up with Domestic Violence, and the Truths to Set You Free," was published just in time to help this year's domestic violence awareness campaigns make a real difference. - October 16, 2014 - CDV – Children of Domestic Violence
First Annual Out on a Limb Walk-a-Thon Marks Success on First Run
Grandell Rehabilitation and Nursing along side AO Prosthetic Rehab raise money for charity while bringing awareness to limb loss. - October 16, 2014 - Grandell Rehab and Nursing Center
Charity Golf Tournament to be Held in Playa del Carmen
2nd Annual Seaside Rotary Golf Classic presented by Tequila Barrel will raise funds for the region’s underprivileged youth. - October 16, 2014 - BuyPlaya Real Estate Advisors
SSMAC Sails the Seven Seas: A Spooky Nautical Halloween Adventure
The Junior Committee of the Soldiers' Sailors' Marines' Coast Guard's & Airmen's Club cordially invites you to it's annual Halloween spooktravakanza. Come dressed in your finest garb as, 'SSMAC Sails the Seven Seas: A spooky nautical adventure'. Saturday, October 25, 2014 7:00pm -... - October 16, 2014 - SSMAC
Hurricane Island Outward Bound School Announces $50,000 Matching Challenge Grant in Honor of Their 50th Anniversary
In honor of their 50th Anniversary, the Hurricane Island Outward Bound School would also like to announce a $50,000 matching challenge grant for the School’s Student Opportunity Fund, a part of the overall HIOBS scholarship program that ensures no student is turned away from an Outward Bound experience due to an inability to pay tuition. - October 15, 2014 - Hurricane Island Outward Bound School
Europe’s Most Innovative Cleantech Start-Ups Compete for €65,000 Funding in Valencia, Spain on 31 October
Overall the competition provides a total of €425,000 in funding to EU start-ups to further develop their ventures; Participating companies capable of delivering global impact on sustainability by transforming cleantech ideas into commercial success; Finalists include an app to help electric vehicles locate charging points, an aquaculture and hydroponics system for sustainable urban farms, and a technology that transforms vibrations into electricity. - October 15, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Bill Medley, KT Tunstall and David Ryan Harris to Perform at Dream Foundation’s 13th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala
Award-winning performers take the stage to support the Dream Foundation on November 8th at the Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara, California. - October 15, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Accretive Health Employees Volunteer to Bake "Cookies from the Heart" at Ronald McDonald House
Accretive Helping Hands, the not-for-profit organization led be Accretive Health employees, recently provided fresh baked cookies for the 16 families that stay at the 86-room facility to be near their children in the hospital. - October 15, 2014 - Accretive Health
South Carolina, Texas Motorcyclists Ride for Kids with Brain Tumors
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in South Carolina and Texas raised more than $152,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Oct. 12. More than 500 riders attended the events in Lexington and Fort Worth to honor the Stars, local children with brain tumors: Anna, Ashley, Aynsley, Benjamin,... - October 15, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Santa to the Sea to Donate $5 for Every Runner That Registers to Run in October to the National Breast Cancer Foundation
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Santa to the Sea will donate $5 for every person that registers for the race during the month of October to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. “It’s sad, but everyone knows someone who has been affected by this illness,” said Mike... - October 15, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
Prevention Plus Wellness to Provide Free Prevention Programs to Non-Profits
Prevention Plus Wellness is providing non-profit organizations with free evidence-based prevention and health programs, thanks to an anonymous gift of $25,000. Prevention Plus Wellness is now accepting requests from US non-profits for a free set of its evidence-based SPORT Prevention Plus Wellness Program and training materials. SPORT is the only existing youth prevention program that cost-effectively links healthy behavior promotion with drug use prevention by targeting positive youth images. - October 14, 2014 - Prevention Plus Wellness, LLC
Six School of Rock's of Florida to Perform Benefit Concert to Raise Funds for a Coral Spring's Family in Need
All six School of Rock House Bands from the state of Florida join together at a benefit concert to support Coral Springs resident and School of Rock parent, Oswald (Ozzie Checa) to help him conquer his battle against an aggressive rare form of T-cell lymphoma called Gammadelta T-cell lymphoma. - October 14, 2014 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for Congregation Shomrei Torah
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 34 kW solar panel system at Congregation Shomrei Torah in Santa Rosa, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the North Bay Synagogue’s system will reduce their carbon footprint while saving thousands in utility costs in the years to come. - October 14, 2014 - SolarCraft
MaleSurvivor Statement in Response to Sayreville, NJ Football Abuse Scandal
MaleSurvivor Executive Director Christopher M. Anderson releases statement in support of the survivors in Sayreville; statistics for male sexual victimization; resources available for survivors and their families. Contact information for media included. - October 14, 2014 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization