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.
Ask Gina & Company Delivers Cereal Donation to Loudoun Interfaith Relief
Ask Gina & Company, after matching donations from the Loudoun County community box for box and dollar for dollar, delivered 460 boxes of cereal and $450 to Loudoun Interfaith Relief in Leesburg, Virginia. Their month long cereal drive brought in donations from all over Northern Virginia,... - November 15, 2013 - Gina M. Tufano
The Salvation Army of Lee Hendry and Glades Counties Will Hold Kettle Kickoff
The Salvation Army (TSA) of Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties is pleased to announce the Kettle Kickoff, an event to start the 2013 Red Kettle Season for Lee/Hendry/Glades, Charlotte, and Collier counties. The Kettle Kickoff will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 15th at the Coconut Point... - November 15, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Sally’s Café Names November 18-22 as Honorary "City of Fort Myers" Week
Sally’s Café & Marketplace located at 2476 Edison Avenue in Fort Myers will honor the City of Fort Myers from Monday, November 18th through Friday, November 22nd. On Tuesday, November 19th, Fort Myers’ re-elected Mayor Randy Henderson and his wife Ginny will be serving dinner for the Meals with Compassion program at Sally’s Café. - November 15, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Sofitel Launches Donation Drive for Super Typhoon Haiyan Victims
Following the aftermath of super typhoon Haiyan, Sofitel Hotel in Manila organizes a fundraising to help the victims and to rebuild the devastated region of Visayas. - November 15, 2013 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Soulscene Productions to Present an Original Theater Adaption of "A Christmas Carol," Called "Mr. Scrooge" in Whippany, NJ
SoulScene Productions, an outreach of Abundant Life Worship Center, is pleased to present an original theater production of “Mr. Scrooge” for all audiences throughout the month of December, 2013. This event will showcase local acting, writing and production talent mostly from residents... - November 14, 2013 - SoulScene Productions, LLC
Want to Keep Families Together? Teach the Kids to Cook.
A recent study commissioned by The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) has discovered that its Healthy Living Initiative cooking classes do more than fight obesity and teach good eating habits: they are giving Camden’s children a secret weapon in the fight for domestic stability – the... - November 14, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Westchase Charitable Foundation to Recognize the 2013 Tampa Bay Woman of the Year
Westchase Charitable Foundation is holding its 4th annual Tampa Bay Woman of the Year Grand Finale Ladies Night Out at the Tampa Jet Center on November 23, 2013. One of the nineteen women nominated will be named Woman of the Year. - November 14, 2013 - Westchase Charitable Foundation
Child Care Lounge Donating to UNICEF Relief Fund for Super Typhoon Haiyan
Child Care Lounge, an online web resource for child care professionals, is planning to donate a portion of sales to UNICEF's emergency response in the Philippines. Child Care Lounge is dedicated to helping children. Per the UNICEF website, “Super Typhoon Haiyan — one of the strongest... - November 14, 2013 - Child Care Lounge
Texas Gulf Bank Celebrates Centennial: Donates $100,000 to Local Charities
Texas Gulf Bank’s Centennial Celebration marked a special night for both the bank and several local charities. The event honored the strong relationships between employees, customers and friends. And as a special thank you for making the community a better place, nine non-profit organizations... - November 14, 2013 - Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.
Joan Marie Classics Line Had a Successful Preview at a Charity Luncheon to Benefit Safe Horizon
On November 10, guests attended an inspirational afternoon of fun, fashion and Charity and were the first to see the birth of Joan Marie Classics clothing line that also helps to benefit Safe Horizon Organization. - November 14, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
The Sunglass Fix Shows Commitment to Its Community, Sponsors Turtle Conservation Project
Australian-based sunglass repair company helps raise funds to save turtles from plastic debris in ocean. - November 13, 2013 - The Sunglass Fix
GreaterGood Tops $30 Million in Lifetime Giving
Since 1999, the GreaterGood family of cause related websites have given more than $30 million to nearly 2,000 charities, nonprofits, and schools worldwide. - November 13, 2013 - GreaterGood
Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® Raise Over $580,000.00
More than 7,000 South Florida residents from Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Treasure Coast joined the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walks to End Alzheimer’s and united in a movement to reclaim the future for millions. Participants raised more than $580,000.00 to fund Alzheimer's care, support and research programs. - November 13, 2013 - Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida
TFI Envision is Drop-Off Location for Inspirica Holiday Gift Collection
Since 2009, TFI Envision has been a drop-off location for the Inspirica Annual Holiday Gift Collection. They hang a huge banner on their building to help build awareness of this important program. The TFI Envision office, conveniently located at 111 Westport Avenue, directly across from Stew... - November 13, 2013 - TFI Envision, Inc.
US Toy Company Partners with Johnson County Christmas Bureau This Holiday Season
US Toy Company helps Johnson County Christmas Bureau serve thousands of families this holiday season. - November 13, 2013 - U.S. Toy Company
My Brother Vinny 3rd Annual Let’s Give Thanks Holiday Food/Coat Drive Party
My Brother Vinny will be having its 3rd Annual Let’s Give Thanks Holiday Food/Coat Drive on November 17 followed by a party that will feature food, cupcakes and more fun things for the locations. - November 12, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
XCom Global Offering Free Internet Access to Relief Workers Traveling to the Philippines to Assist with Recovery from Typhoon Haiyan
Company will provide its Internet access rental service at no charge to those heading to the Philippines to provide aid. - November 12, 2013 - XCom Global, Inc.
San Diego Self Storage Supports Community Resource Center Holiday Baskets Program
In the administration of their on-going community outreach program, San Diego Self Storage donated 200 toys to the Community Resource Center Holiday Baskets project to benefit underprivileged children. - November 09, 2013 - San Diego Self Storage
Friends of Karen is Bringing Gifts (and Smiles) to Sick Children
Friends of Karen needs "a few good elves" to make sure each of their sick children and their "well" siblings receives a holiday gift from their wish lists. - November 09, 2013 - Friends of Karen
redhot international™ Shares Success with Community in "Big Cat" Style
The Humane Society of Sarasota opened three all new cat rooms this week thanks to the generous funding from redhot international™. The new rooms feature bright colors, big windows and plenty of space for cats young and old to explore and play while awaiting adoption. "This is just... - November 09, 2013 - Redhot International
Tickets Are Still Available for Joan Marie Classics Charity Luncheon & Line Preview This Sunday
Invite Family and friends for an inspirational afternoon of fun, fashion and Charity. Be the first to see the birth of Joan Marie Classics clothing line that also helps to benefit Safe Horizons Organization. - November 09, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
JFCS Receives $50,000 Grant for Building Strong Families Program
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Sarasota-Manatee, Inc received a $50,000 grant from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation for its Building Strong Families (BSF) Program helping families in the North Port. - November 09, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Masked Gamblers Raise $5K for Local Charities
Lodestone Real Estate’s casino-themed masquerade supports Charlotte non-profits. - November 08, 2013 - Lodestone Real Estate
SailMaine Names New Executive Director
With great excitement, the SailMaine Board of Directors announces the appointment of Falmouth resident Janet Acker as its new Executive Director, effective November 11. Local community sailing program SailMaine has been helping sailors young and old get out on the water to enjoy educational,... - November 08, 2013 - SailMaine
Working to Save Lives with the Working Person’s Store
A fundraising contest for the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation. - November 08, 2013 - Working Person's Store
2013 Maurer Foundation Pink Diamond Gala Raises Donations for Breast Health Education
Over 200 guests attended The Maurer Foundation Pink Diamond Gala, Thursday, October 17, enjoying cocktails, fine dining, live music, dancing, live and silent auctions and a jewelry showcase courtesy of London Jewelers. The purpose of the event was to raise funds to support the Foundation’s... - November 08, 2013 - The Maurer Foundation
The Salvation Army Announces New Bonita Springs Offices
The Salvation Army Bonita Springs Outreach & Service Center will be relocating to new office space located in the Bonita Professional Park Complex at: 28331 South Tamiami Trail, Unit B8, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 (The old Family Health Centers Complex, behind the Car Wash). The current office... - November 08, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Uptown Alley Raises $2,000 for VA Breast Cancer Foundation
Uptown Alley partnered with the Birkdale Golf Club and raised over $2,000 for the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation. - November 08, 2013 - Uptown Alley
Anyone Can be a Hero! Ted Brunson to Host Sixth Annual Autism Speaks Heroes Ball
The 6th Annual Autism Speaks Heroes Ball will take place Thursday, November 14th at Tavernita in River North. This annual fundraiser, created and produced by Legacy Marketing Partners, recognizes heroes from the local autism community and raises funds and awareness for the Chicagoland chapter of Autism Speaks. Local television personality and former WGN “Chicago’s Best” host Ted Brunson will emcee the event for the third straight year. - November 08, 2013 - Legacy Marketing Partners
Jerry’s Artarama Helps to Raise Funds for the Hero Initiative
Successful Comic Book Launch Event Raises Funds for Not-For-Profit Corporation Dedicated to Helping Comic Book Creators - November 08, 2013 - Jerry's Artarama
Harlem Heights United Way House and Heights Medical Clinic Ribbon Cutting November 13
The ribbon cutting of the Harlem Heights United Way House and Heights Medical Clinic will take place on Wednesday, November 13 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m at The Heights Center, 15570 Hagie Drive, Fort Myers 33908. The ribbon cutting will take place at 9:30 a.m. and tours of the facilities will... - November 08, 2013 - The Heights Foundation
Taco Bueno® to Support the Wounded Warrior Project® in Honor of Veterans Day
Veterans and active military to receive free crispy beef or chicken tacos on Monday, November 11. - November 07, 2013 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.
GE3 Hosting "People of Influence Luncheon" to Benefit Entrepreneurs in Poverty-Stricken Regions, November 16, 2013 @ 11:30am
Global micro financing organization that provides loans to entrepreneurs in poverty stricken areas will hold a fundraising luncheon on November 16, 2013 to honor entrepreneurs and “People of Influence” in the triangle area. - November 07, 2013 - Global Economic Empowerment Engine
At "Fit for Faith Ministries" Your Body Truly is a Temple
http://www.fitforfaithministries.com, Fit for Faith Ministries is a Christian based fitness ministry that is dedicated to educating and motivating people into becoming better stewards of the body God has given them. They accomplish this through seminars, online and offline literature and body transformation programs within churches. - November 07, 2013 - Fit for Faith Ministries
McDonald Hyundai Hope Foundation Raises $70,000 for the Children’s Hospital Colorado Pediatric Cancer Unit
Children’s Hospital Colorado Pediatric Cancer Unit receives $70,000 donation from the McDonald Hyundai Hope Foundation. - November 07, 2013 - McDonald Hyundai
Food Bank of South Jersey Warns Food Stamp Cuts Hurt Local Businesses
While Washington continues its fight over the Farm Bill, Val Traore, CEO of the Food Bank of South Jersey, is calling attention to what she calls “the bilateral disaster of food stamp cuts.” Any reduction in food stamps, she points out, will impact hungry people in South Jersey (many of whom are school age children) as well as local businesses that accept food stamps. - November 07, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Awards Ceremony, Appearances, "Ancient Aliens" Highlight Eventful November for Science Celebrity Geoff Notkin
An awards banquet, a trio of appearances, and an episode of "Ancient Aliens" are all on the agenda for popular science personality Geoff Notkin this month. Notkin is an award-winning author, adventure seeker, meteorite expert, and host of two television series: Science Channel’s... - November 06, 2013 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
McGough Academy of Irish Dance Holds Fundraiser for Gill Family
The McGough Academy of Irish Dance hosted their First Annual Halloween Party on Saturday, October 26, 2013. The Halloween Party was designed as a fundraiser for Lindsay Gill, a local Woodlawn teen who was struck by a car several weeks ago while attending a local Fall Festival. The family immigrated... - November 06, 2013 - The McGough Academy of Irish Dance
Tampa Bay Area Motorcyclists Ride for Kids, PBTF
Ride for Kids rounded out the 2013 season with motorcyclists raising $38,336 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation at the Tampa Bay Area Ride for Kids on Nov. 3. About 190 participants gathered for the event at Heinrich Training Center in Lithia. The event honored four local brain tumor... - November 06, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Joan Marie Classics Presents Charity Luncheon and Line Preview November 10
Invite Family and friends for an inspirational afternoon of fun, fashion and Charity. Be the first to see the birth of Joan Marie Classics clothing line that also helps to benefit Safe Horizons Organization. - November 06, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
The Chef’s Academy Supports March of Dimes Triangle Signature Chefs Auction
Local Culinary Institute Contributing to Charity Fundraiser Through Sponsorship and Volunteer Support - November 06, 2013 - The Chef's Academy
K.A.W.S. Marketing Group, Inc. Supports Team Wyatt’s Warriors in 2013 Buddy Walk
K.A.W.S. Marketing Group, Inc. supported team Wyatt’s Warriors in the Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta’s 2013 Buddy Walk on October 13, 2013, in Centennial Olympic Park. - November 06, 2013 - KMG, Inc.
Campbell Soup Company and Food Bank of South Jersey Partner Again on "Just Peachy" Salsa
Campbell Soup Company and the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) are rolling out the second season of Just Peachy salsa, a delicious salsa made from New Jersey peaches. The salsa brought in nearly $100,000 in revenue for the Food Bank of South Jersey last year and is now a sustainable revenue stream supporting the Food Bank’s hunger relief programs. - November 05, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Warrior Thunder Foundation Donates $14000 to Fisher House Boston
The Warrior Thunder Foundation presented a check to the Fisher House-Boston on October 22, 2013 for $14,000. The Board Members, Darren Bean, Lee-Ann Barkhouse, Donna Bulger, Judi Bean and Adrienne Kinchla, presented the check as a result of the Foundation's 4th Annual Warrior Thunder Motorcycle Ride event in September. - November 05, 2013 - Warrior Thunder Foundation, Inc
Local Cancer Patient to Share Story of HOPE at Rochester General Hospital During Innovative Cancer Treatment Seminar
Free Event for Patients, Caregivers and Medical Community - November 04, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
J. White's Automotive Applies for Mission on Main Street Grant
Framingham business J. White's Automotive LLC, a family owned automotive repair, service and restoration shop seeks support for Mission Main Street Grant application. The business submitted its questionnaire outlining a business plan that will result in growth of the business and must receive at least 250 votes to be eligible for a grant. - November 04, 2013 - J. White's Automotive LLC
The Andrew Goodman Foundation Announces 2013 Hidden Heroes
Three humanitarians recognized for exemplary efforts, Dr. Maya Angelou honored with Legacy Award. - November 04, 2013 - The Andrew Goodman Foundation
Living Green Network Donates Over $24,000 for Flood Relief Efforts in Boulder County, CO
The Living Green Foundation has donated over $24,000 in cash for flood relief efforts in Boulder County and has provided over $10,000 in equipment, materials, and supplies to support volunteers offering immediate relief. Over 100 families in Boulder County have been served. Living Green is now shifting its attention toward raising funds for three priorities after the devastating floods that hit Colorado in September. - November 03, 2013 - Living GREEN Foundation
Free Wheelchair Mission Announces Fifth Container of Wheelchairs Arrived for Panama
Free Wheelchair Mission’s fifth container (550 individual units) of wheelchairs arrived for distribution in Panama. FWM’s Executive Director, Reed Hartley notes, “although Panama has one of the fastest growing economies in Latin America, availability to clean water, sanitation,... - November 03, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Give K.i.D a Chance to Have a Charity Event at Gallery Bar in NYC
On Wednesday, November 6 please come and show your support for a great cause, K.i.D- Kids of International Deportees. There will be raffles, performers & entertainment by U.R.E Events. - November 02, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events