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.
Cardplayer Lifestyle to Host Mixed Game Festival IV at Resorts World Las Vegas
Cardplayer Lifestyle's fourth Mixed Game Festival will be held from March 19-23 at Resorts World Las Vegas, offering low-stakes poker players the opportunity to win an EPT Prague prize package as well as tons of free poker merchandise and multiple poker book signings with top poker champions. Cash games will be running 24/7 throughout the festival, which is slated to deliver excellent value for low-limit recreational poker players. - March 13, 2023 - Cardplayer Lifestyle
An Early Music Concert - Stabat Mater, G. B. Pergolesi
On April 1, 2023, at 7 pm, Boston Opera & Zarzuela will hold “An Early Music Concert - Stabat Mater, G. B. Pergolesi” at Sacred Heart Parish, located at 45 Brooks Street, Boston, MA, 02128. This family friendly concert consists of Pergolesi's Stabat Mater, an Early Music... - March 13, 2023 - Boston Opera & Zarzuela
Bancel Foundation Awards Posse $10M to Support College Partnerships
The Bancel Foundation has awarded $10 million to The Posse Foundation, a national college success and youth leadership development program. The grant contributes to Posse’s Century of Leaders Endowment Campaign, which seeks to raise $500 million to help support the organization’s... - March 10, 2023 - The Posse Foundation
Local Roofing Company Donates 1 AED a Month to Small Schools and Non-Profits
Not just a roofing company, Reign Roofing, based in Richmond, Texas, is helping save lives by donating 1 AED a month to deserving organizations. - March 10, 2023 - Reign Roofing
Four Las Vegas Families Receive Gift of Reliable Transportation at NASCAR Weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
At Las Vegas Motor Speedway this past weekend, four deserving Las Vegas families, including one military member. They were presented with vehicles to provide them independence and the ability to work and take care of their families – thanks to the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides® program along with car donor GEICO and collision repair partner Caliber Collision. - March 08, 2023 - NABC
AmpleHarvest.org Helps Gardeners Provide Fresh Produce to Food Pantries
After almost 14 years of work through AmpleHarvest.org, Gary Oppenheimer and the award-winning non-profit organization have found a method that works for both the pantries and gardeners. - March 07, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
Frying Pan Tower Adventure Trip for 2 Fundraiser
You could win an adventurous 3-day/2-night stay for two at Frying Pan Tower. - March 06, 2023 - FPTower Inc.
Anthem Awards Honor UPS & Black Voices from Big Brown - Produced by Atlanta Marketing Firm - Solution Road, Inc.
Solution Road Productions announced today that it has been named Best Bronze in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, at the 2nd Annual Anthem Awards. - March 02, 2023 - Solution Road, Inc.
Langston Seattle and Asé Theatre Partner to Premier Dispersed: The Womxn of Region Six
Asé Theatre and Langston Seattle is proud to present Dispersed: The Womxn of Region Six, a play with music that celebrates the diversity, brilliance, and resilience of womxn of the African Diaspora - March 01, 2023 - Asé Theatre
AMPP Spotlights Leadership Behaviors That Drive Results at the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) will host an interactive seminar and luncheon concentrated on helping attendees build strong and effective leadership teams that are better equipped to navigate the challenges of today’s rapidly changing business environment. The... - March 01, 2023 - AMPP
Faithflows Launches Online Merchandise Store to Fund Non-Profit Mission of Ending Poverty
Faithflows Inc, a non-profit organization based in the US with a mission to end poverty, has launched an online merchandise shop called Faithflows Impact Store. The store offers a variety of inspirational print on-demand products. The revenue generated from the store will support the organization's charitable programs, including youth development, education, community care programs, orphan care, and girl-child empowerment programs. - February 28, 2023 - Faithflows Inc.
Drug-Free Tennessee Announces World Health Day Activities
Drug-Free Tennessee will host a community event for World Health Day as well as participate in fitness events in early April, 2022. - February 25, 2023 - Drug Free South
Black Wealth Accelerator Launches Inaugural Event During Black History Month to Support Black Small Businesses in Response to the NYC Pandemic Small Business Rebound
Black Wealth Accelerator organization provides marketing and communications expertise to black and minority businesses. The inaugural event, Pop-Up Shop N' Sing Karaoke Festival will be held on Saturday, February 25 in Brooklyn, NY from 1 pm to 8 pm and will feature a black business pitch contest for black creators who launched or sustained their small businesses post-pandemic. - February 24, 2023 - Black Wealth Accelerator
BluSky Supports More Than 100 Charities Nationwide with Over $775,000 in 2022
BluSky Restoration Contractors, LLC, a leading national property restoration company in the U.S., recorded its highest annual charitable giving in 2022 in conjunction with the newly established BluSky Foundation. BluSky and the BluSky Foundation collectively donated over $775,000 to more than 100 nonprofit organizations across the nation, company officials reported today. - February 23, 2023 - BluSky Restoration Contractors
Carolina Community Impact Helps 26 Businesses Receive Over $150,000 in 0% Interest Loans
CCI’s Central Carolina KivaHub launched as an alternative lending solution for CCI’s demographic base. CCI offers non-banked small business loans up to $250,000 to small business owners who can provide a business plan with proof of concept, in addition to providing financial documentation and showing creditworthiness. Most of these loans are funded within two weeks of successfully submitting an application and establishing a relationship with CCI’s business counselors. - February 22, 2023 - Carolina Community Impact
1&Done Initiative Organized by Former Reagan Advisors to Help Launch Post-Trump GOP Era with Satire, Reviews & Reminders of Reagan Principles
Former Reagan White House aides have launched “1&Done,” a civic education program to revive civil discourse and renew common-sense conservative leadership by reminding Americans of Ronald Reagan's integrity, competence, and civility as the standard for the next class of GOP leaders. Trump's lingering political businesses enables the "instruction of opposites" to highlight what great leadership is and what it is not. - February 21, 2023 - 1&Done
PAWS NY Named an Official Charity Partner of the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon
Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY has been named an Official Charity Partner for the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, November 5. PAWS NY will be among more than 550 official charity partners providing thousands of runners the opportunity to run in the world’s... - February 21, 2023 - PAWS NY
Navajo Power Co-Founder Joins Nygren Administration
Tony Skrelunas nominated as the Executive Director for the Division of Economic Development by President Buu Nygren. - February 18, 2023 - Navajo Power
"This is so Needed!": Almost Two Years in, Non-Profit HomeShare American River Celebrates Dozens of Happy Housemates
Since launching in July 2021, HomeShare American River, a non-profit housemate-matching and support service has provided screening, matchmaking, and active support for dozens of happy housemates from North Auburn to Elk Grove. And being grant-funded, all of this service is free of charge to both host and guest, so HSAR is beholden to neither… just to its social mission to serve both of them equally for as long as they live together. - February 18, 2023 - HomeShare American River
Last Blade Standing Fights Cancer
Every season, Last Blade Standing gets bigger and better than the year before, but one part of the competition will always remain the same: the charity aspect. After competitors are chosen, Doc posts a list of potential charities, and the bladesmiths vote on which one they would most like to... - February 18, 2023 - Last Blade Standing Inc.
Fayette/Coweta Artists Wanted: Artist Call for 10th Annual Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour (SHAST) in November 2023
Registration for artists to participate in the 10th Annual Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour is now open at SHASTour.com. Each year, on the second weekend in November artists in Fayette and Coweta County open their art studios to the public to share about their process and their latest work. This event is a local favorite, connecting artists to their local communities. - February 17, 2023 - Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour
Coastal Coalition for Children Hosts Taste of the Vine 2023
Coastal Coalition for Children will host its annual signature fundraising event, Taste of the Vine 2023, on Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the beautiful Frederica Golf Club on Saint Simons Island. Coastal Coalition for Children, a local nonprofit organization serving the community since 2001, promotes child well-being by giving parents and grandparents the tools to provide in-home early learning and to provide safe, stable, and nurturing homes. - February 16, 2023 - Coastal Coalition for Children
LT Senior Services Continues Its Monthly Hybrid Series for Seniors with Discussion on "The Healthy Brain Initiative"
Join LT Senior Services and Debbie Hanna of Alzheimer’s Texas for this discussion on The Healthy Brain Initiative, which improves understanding of brain health as a central part of public health practice. This is the second hybrid event on LT Senior Services' 2023 schedule. - February 16, 2023 - Cummings Realty
Mars Bank and Butler Radio Team Up to Support Veterans in Need
Mars Bank and the Butler Radio Network (WBUT, WISR, The Rock Station 97.7) teamed up to support Butler County Veterans in Need. Through a combination of fundraising events, online donations, and donations from the bank, its customers and staff, $4,000 was donated to Veterans in Need. Veterans in... - February 16, 2023 - Mars Bank
Atlanta Jewish Life Festival Returns Again on March 5
The Atlanta Jewish Life Festival is returning for a fourth year to the world-famous Georgia Aquarium. Tickets are on sale now for the March 5 event scheduled from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. entering through the Ocean’s Ballroom entrance. The event, founded by the Atlanta Jewish Times, is... - February 15, 2023 - Atlanta Jewish Times
USA Girl Scouts Overseas & Pop Singer/Songwriter Set to Launch Smart As A Cookie: The Podcast on February 16
Smart As A Cookie: The Podcast, presented by USA Girl Scouts Overseas in partnership with Pop Singer/Songwriter Kristina Lachaga, is set to launch Thursday, February 16. Through interviews with female special guests, Smart As A Cookie aims to teach entrepreneurship skills to tweens, teens, & beyond, while inspiring listeners to #FollowYourHeartsDream™. Hosted by Lachaga, Smart As A Cookie will feature Tokyo 2020 & Beijing 2022 Olympians, entrepreneurs, CEOs, changemakers & more. - February 14, 2023 - Kristina Lachaga
NACCE Celebrates National Entrepreneurship Week with Regional Education & Business Leaders; Announces New Awards
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) celebrated National Entrepreneurship Week (NEW) Feb 11-18 by taking part in a ceremonial resolution that acknowledges entrepreneurs and business leaders. The ceremony, hosted by Parts Life, Inc., of Moorestown, included... - February 13, 2023 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Girls on the Run Southern Utah Volunteer Coaching Opportunities: Register by February 21, 2023
Girls on the Run Southern Utah’s coach registration is now open. Girls on the Run is a nonprofit that offers programs to strengthen third-to-eighth-grade girls’ social, emotional, physical, and behavioral skills. The evidence-based curriculum helps participants build confidence, deepen relationships and successfully navigate life experiences. They are seeking 25 volunteer coaches for the Spring 2023 10-week program starting February 27, 2023. - February 13, 2023 - Girls on the Run Southern Utah
Project PRC Launches to Address Housing Crisis and Homelessness in America
Homelessness and hunger are two of the most pressing issues facing communities across America. However, it can be difficult to know how to make a meaningful impact on these issues. Find out how you can help. - February 11, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Let’s Radar! Blue/Yellow Ukraine USA Announces Radar Systems Continuing Crowdfunding Campaign for Ukraine
Blue/Yellow (USA (501(c)3) and Lithuania), along with 3 other NGOs have launched a campaign, ending 2/24, to purchase advanced multifunctional tactical radar systems able to detect small objects as well as missiles, for Ukraine: RADAROM!/Let’s Radar! Nearly $8M have been raised in under 10 days. That's 8-10 systems, which have a radius of 60 m. Many more are needed. - February 11, 2023 - Friends of Blue Yellow Ukraine USA NFP, Inc
Santa Rosa Church Goes Solar with SolarCraft - Bayside Church in Sonoma County Now Powered by the Sun
Novato- and Sonoma-based SolarCraft recently completed the installation of a 131.5 kW solar electric power installation at Bayside Church in Santa Rosa, CA. Located in northern Sonoma County, Bayside Church will benefit from an estimated $56,000 in annual electricity savings while powering its... - February 10, 2023 - SolarCraft
“The She Shed,” a Historical Mystery Novella Set in Jensen Beach. Local Author Raises $1,300,000 for Cystic Fibrosis.
Best selling children’s author and thriller novelist, Leah Orr, is killing it with her newest novella, "The She Shed." This 220 page, three hour mystery was written especially for readers who enjoy a mystery, but have limited time to read. Jensen Beach, Florida is a quaint coastal... - February 09, 2023 - Orrplace Press/Leah Orr
The Matter of a Child's Heart
Parents and Founders of new nonprofit have a special reason to focus on heart health this February during American Heart Health Month. - February 07, 2023 - Strongest Hearts
Volition America and Marucci Sports: Partners Rooted in Purpose
Marucci Sports is the latest partner to join Volition America’s curated coalition of premium lifestyle brands, building towards unity in our country and inspiring the power of choice. Volition America is a movement changing the way we connect with America, through innovative apparel and... - February 07, 2023 - Marucci Sports
Hispanic Lyric Opera en East Boston - Zarzuela Performance
On March 5, 2023, at 4 pm, Boston Opera & Zarzuela will hold “Zarzuela en East Boston” at Zumix, located 260 Sumner St., East Boston, MA 02128. This family-friendly concert consists of some of the most well-known romanzas and ensembles of the Hispanic Lyric Opera repertoire. Zarzuela is the Hispanic equivalent of Opera in Spanish, and as a Hispanic lead nonprofit organization it is part of Boston Opera & Zarzuela’s mission to share its musical heritage in Boston. - February 06, 2023 - Boston Opera & Zarzuela
S.D. Mack Events Now Offers Free DJ Services for Charity and Select Fundraising Events
S.D. Mack Events, founded by Legendary 70s Disc Jockey Steve Mack, is now offering free DJ Services for charity and select fundraising events. For over 45 years, Steve Mack has worked actively as a New York-based club and special events DJ. Mr. Mack was the house DJ for several important organizations, including The New York Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the New York Chapter of the Deborah Heart & Lung Foundation. - February 03, 2023 - S.D Mack Events
Vivez La Musique Presents the World Peace Concert and World Music Trophy Grand Finale
A multicultural event for global change. - January 29, 2023 - Vivez La Musique
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services Earns Prestigious Memory Care Certification
The nonprofit's Mother of Perpetual Help residence is the first Missouri community to achieve Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care (PAC) skills certification. - January 28, 2023 - Cardinal Ritter Senior Services
Holocaust Film Inspires Indiana Town
"The Ice Cream Man," a short film about the Holocaust starring Noah Emmerich will be shot this March in Columbus, Indiana. Based on the true story of Ernst Cahn, a popular Jewish owner of an ice cream parlor in Amsterdam, who in 1941 was targeted by SS Lieutenant Klaus Barbie, the infamous "Butcher of Lyon." Cahn's actions sparked a series of events that led to what became known as The February Strike, the first and largest anti-Nazi protest during World War II. - January 27, 2023 - The Ice Cream Man
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Hosts Third Annual Bloody Mary Brunch
Nonprofit's fundraiser to benefit its program that annually provides one million period supplies to girls and women in the St. Louis region. - January 26, 2023 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Breaking Taboo Launches 2nd Annual Breaking Taboo Week, January 23-29, Dedicated to Practicing Self-Care
#BreakingTabooWeek runs from January 23-29, 2023 and emphasizes Self-Care practices that can contribute to a happy and healthy 2023. - January 26, 2023 - Breaking Taboo
TSEP Receives a $50K Grant from Google to Address the Lack of Diversity in the Tech Industry Through Culturally Relevant STEM Pipeline Programs
The Social Engineering Project (TSEP), a STEM nonprofit organization designed to address the lack of diversity in the tech industry, has received a $50,000 grant from Google’s Global Data Center RISE program to motivate and inspire underrepresented students of color to pursue technical careers. - January 25, 2023 - The Social Engineering Project, Inc.
Introducing Monarch Racing, Presented by KaiVelo: the SF Bay Area's Newest Elite Women's Road Cycling Team
KaiVelo, the leading California cycling charity organization, is proud to present Monarch Racing, the newest addition to the domestic elite women's road cycling scene. Founded by a group of passionate and experienced cyclists, Monarch Racing aims to mentor and prepare ambitious athletes from Northern California for elite races such as the National Championships and the Tour de France. - January 24, 2023 - KaiVelo Foundation
5th Annual Nick Mamalakis Memorial Cornhole Tournament Benefiting HUGS to be Held on Feb. 4
The 5th Annual Nick Mamalakis Memorial Cornhole Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 4 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Forest City Gun Club, located at 9203 Ferguson Avenue in Savannah. All proceeds will benefit Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS), a local non-profit organization that... - January 22, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
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