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.
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Receives Grant from Brad Cohen Tourette Foundation to Fund 10th Anniversary of Family Retreat Weekend
The "best weekend of the year," as attendees of the Family Retreat Weekend call it, will take place June 6-8, 2014 at YMCA Camp Bernie in New Jersey's Hunterdon County. More information will be available on the NJCTS website in January. - December 25, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
City Entrepreneur Selected as the Founding Curator for the Chandigarh Hub of the World Economic Forum's Global Shapers Community
Mr Munish Jauhar, CEO and Founder of GrayCell Technologies Exports, one of the leading Application development companies in North India has been selected as the Founding Curator for the Chandigarh Hub of the World Economic Forum's Global Shapers Community. - December 24, 2013 - GrayCell Technologies Exports
The Grimes Companies Donates 3,500 Meals to Second Harvest Food Bank
Giving back to the community is a part of the culture at The Grimes Companies, and the holiday season brings many opportunities to do just that. At this year’s Holiday Charity Event with The Transportation Club of Jacksonville, Grimes donated $500 to The Second Harvest Food Bank, matching the... - December 23, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Texas Trust Named Dasher Sponsor for Girls Incorporated of Tarrant County Annual Reindeer Dash
Texas Trust Donates $10,000 to Girls Inc. Help Inspire Girls to be Strong, Smart, and Bold - December 22, 2013 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Friends of Balboa Park Appoints Kathleen Stoughton First Executive Director
The 24-year non-profit administrator takes the helm to raise awareness for the organization and initiate park-wide projects. - December 22, 2013 - Friends of Balboa Park
Nation Leagues, Toronto-Based Sporting League, Launches Canned Food Drive
Nation Leagues, an organization offering fun and competitive sporting leagues for softball, dodge ball, basketball volleyball and hockey in the Toronto area, is now providing players with the chance to give back to their community through their annual canned food drive. The food drive is set up in... - December 22, 2013 - Nation Leagues
North Carolina Kroger Stores Donate More Than $10,000 to Local Food Bank
Local Grocer Donates Gift Cards for Families in Need During Holiday Season from Customer Contributions - December 22, 2013 - Kroger
NJ Walks for TS at Princeton Will Support the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome's Children’s Scholarship Program
Registration and fundraising for this awareness and fundraising walk, which will take place April 6, 2014, at Mercer County Park in West Windsor, will commence on January 6. - December 21, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Military Veterans Against Child Abuse Launches New Program That Teaches Pre-K Children the Basics of Child Safety While Learning Their ABC's and 123's
Military Veterans Against Child Abuse™ (MVACA) is pleased to announce the launch of their innovative program designed specifically for three to five year olds called A-B-C Learn Safety With Me. - December 20, 2013 - Military Veterans Against Child Abuse
JFCS Expands to Charlotte County to Serve Homeless & At-Risk Veteran Families
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS) opened a Charlotte County office located at 514 Grace Street in Punta Gorda, FL on Monday, December 2, 2013. An expansion of JFCS’ Operational Military Assistance Program, the Charlotte County office will serve veteran families who are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - December 20, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
XCom Global Supports Red Cross, ShelterBox and Jordan International Aid with Mobile Hotspots for Recovery Efforts in the Philippines
International wireless leader keeping relief organizations connected while they provide critical aid to typhoon victims. - December 19, 2013 - XCom Global, Inc.
Livecharity Creates Innovative Business Model and Prepares for Software Launch
New advertising model created to help raise additional funds for non-profit organizations: Next Internet Revolution Coming January 6th. - December 19, 2013 - Livecharity Corporation
eWareness Receives State of Florida’s Office of Supplier Diversity Business Certification
Central Florida Headquartered Web-Centric Marketing Communications and Technology Firm Receives State of Florida’s Minority, Women & Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) Business Certification - December 18, 2013 - eWareness (dba VeteranOwnedBusiness.com)
CFCA Announces New President/CEO
CFCA is a movement of dedicated people who are tackling poverty in new and innovative ways. Founded in 1981, CFCA today is the largest nonprofit in Kansas. - December 18, 2013 - Christian Foundation for Children and Aging
Xclaimed Ministries 5th Annual Community Christmas Festival
Xclaimed Ministries gives away free toys, clothes, food, home decor items and a message of Hope. - December 17, 2013 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Virginia Fabrics Shop Donates 147 Handmade Quilts to Wounded Veterans Conference
Volunteers exceed goal to provide warmth and comfort to attendees at 2013 Road to Recovery hosted by Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes. - December 17, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Nana Keek’s™ Offers Hassle-Free Holiday Cookie Baking Option Accompanied by Philanthropic Component
Nana Keek’s Gourmet Cookies is helping to take the hassle out of holiday cookie baking while offering an opportunity to give back to the community with a philanthropic outreach program. - December 15, 2013 - Nana Keek's Gourmet Cookies
Hallmark Institute of Photography Employees Help Bring Holiday Cheer to Area Children
Employees at Hallmark Institute of Photography have just completed another in a series of efforts to give back to their community by helping those in need during this holiday season. In conjunction with The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Children and Families in the Franklin and... - December 15, 2013 - Hallmark Institute of Photography
Street Light Mission Distributes Food and Gifts to Families in Need
For most of us this Christmas season will create many wonderful memories… joyous times together with loved ones, delicious home cooked meals, and gifts of warmth and love. - December 15, 2013 - StreetLight Mission
eMediaCampaigns, Justice and Peace Organization, Announce Collaborative Partnership
Under the agreement, eMediaCampaigns! will provide media packages for mothers of slain youths and Chicago community leaders beginning in winter, 2013. - December 14, 2013 - eMediaCampaigns!
StreetLight Mission Will Host a Christmas Celebration for the Homeless and Those Adversely Affected by the Slow Economy
For most of us this Christmas season will create many wonderful memories… joyous times together with loved ones, delicious home cooked meals, and gifts of warmth and love. But, for many this year, the Christmas season will be a time of despair and loneliness. It is StreetLight Mission’s goal to give the gift of hope through a fun filled celebration of faith. - December 14, 2013 - StreetLight Mission
Goodwill is the Post-Holiday Headquarters for Electronics Donations
Goodwill is the place to take those TVs, computers, and other similar electronic items that have been replaced this holiday season by newer items. Giving the items a second chance at Goodwill saves you money and helps a worthy local cause. - December 14, 2013 - Goodwill of the Finger Lakes
Lyon Communities Kicks Off Annual Toy Drive in California Benefitting Toys for Tots
Lyon Communities, recognized as one of the largest and most respected privately held multi-family real estate companies in California, has kicked off its annual “Holiday Toy Drive” benefiting Toys For Tots (U.S. Marines). Lyon Communities is hosting this year’s drive to help Toys... - December 14, 2013 - Lyon Communities
FiXiT Launches Microfunding Project to Spay and Neuter 52 Animals Per Year
FiX of the Week Allows Sponsors to Pool Donations Together to Fund 52 Additional “Fixes” Per Year. - December 14, 2013 - FiXiT Foundation
MASAE Honors NAFA Fleet Management Association for Charitable Efforts
On December 11, NAFA was recognized by the Mid-Atlantic Society of Association Executives (MASAE) for the Association’s charitable work over the years. - December 14, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
More Than $1 Million Raised for Rock & Roll Academy at Las Vegas Concert
KISS, Alice Cooper and dozens of rock & roll legends team up for epic charity concert. - December 13, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
Ramsay Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ramsay of Maui and Manhattan has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Fine Arts as Professional of the Year. About Ramsay Ramsay has over 41 years experience in the business of art from creating... - December 13, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
All Aboard for the Bow Wow Express Holiday Festival Benefiting Austin Dog Alliance
The Bow Wow Express Holiday Festival on December 15 will benefit the nonprofit Austin Dog Alliance and provide an afternoon of family-friendly and dog-friendly entertainment. - December 13, 2013 - Austin Dog Alliance
Butler County Ford Extends Food Drive and Matches Donation
In an effort to continue to serve the area’s less fortunate, Butler County Ford, located in downtown Butler, is extending its food drive until December 13th. The donated food will be given to the St. Vincent De Paul Society in Butler. Butler County Ford will also match the cost of food they... - December 13, 2013 - Butler County Ford
Glendale, Ohio Chamber of Commerce Gives Local Children a "Special Christmas"
Glendale, Ohio Chamber adopts a family in need to ensure they have Christmas gifts for their children. - December 12, 2013 - Agricola Redesign
Longevity Pilates Has Begun Their Annual Holiday Food Drive
Longevity Pilates, located at 16 Grove Avenue in Verona is accepting donations of food now through December 22nd. Any non-perishable, non-expired food items will be gratefully accepted. The food will be donated to local food banks servicing needy families throughout NJ. This is Longevity Pilates... - December 12, 2013 - Longevity Pilates LLC
Free Wheelchair Mission Partners with Convaid to Provide Mobility in Vietnam
Free Wheelchair Mission partners with local Southern California business to provide mobility. - December 12, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Just in Queso Foundation to Raise Money for Kids Beating Cancer
Tijuana Flats and its charity, the Just in Queso Foundation, are kick-starting this holiday season by giving back to a deserving cause, for the 18th year in a row. All proceeds from the sale of the “Smack My Ass & Call Me Santa!” holiday hot sauce will be donated to Kids Beating Cancer. The hot sauce is available for purchase at all of the restaurant chain’s locations and online at TijuanaFlats.com. - December 12, 2013 - Kids Beating Cancer
Healthcare Agency Heart To Heart Joins Forces with AngelaCARES to Provide Holiday Meals and Festive Spirit to Seniors Across New Jersey’s Hudson County
This past Thanksgiving, Heart to Heart joined with the non-profit AngelaCARES to bring holiday meals and festive cheer to hundreds of elderly community members. - December 12, 2013 - Heart To Heart
Classic Holidays Continues Support for Hannah’s Chance Foundation
Classic Holidays Continues Support for Hannah’s Chance Foundation - December 12, 2013 - Classic Holidays
2014 California Gubernatorial Candidate Dr. Robert Ornelas and Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin Support Convoy of Hope
Dr. Robert Ornelas supported Convoy of Hope because it is a faith-based organization with a driving passion to feed the world through children's feeding initiatives, community outreach, disaster response, and partner resourcing. - December 11, 2013 - Elite TV News
Lake Ridge Rotarians Ring in the Holidays with The Salvation Army
On Saturday night at the Wal-Mart located near Potomac Mills, as people hurried in to do their holiday shopping, many stopped by afterwards to put a few dollars, or even their pocket change into the famous Salvation Army Red Kettle. Ringing the bells to encourage the donations were volunteers from... - December 11, 2013 - Lake Ridge Rotary
Councilman Santino, Dr. Ostuni Honored at South Nassau's 2013 Carnation Ball
Mr. Santino was the Carnation Ball’s honoree and Dr. Ostuni was the recipient of South Nassau’s prestigious Mary Pearson Award. - December 11, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Video Powerhouse Lift Launches New Corporate Focus
Lift Video Productions delivers video trends to internal and external communications. - December 10, 2013 - Lift Video Productions
"What’s Great About You! For All Children In The World" Book Just Released
Based on the International Program Transforming Children’s Lives - December 10, 2013 - United Charitable Programs
2013 Road to Recovery Conference Begins Today in Orlando
Annual event hosted by the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes is transformative experience for more than 100 wounded veterans and their families. - December 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
The We women foundation Launches Its 2013 Awareness Campaign, Emerging Women of Burma
The We women foundation, Thailand, launches its 2013 awareness and fundraising campaign profiling the Emerging Women of Burma. The campaign runs until 17th January 2014 and aims to raise $10,000 to help fund upcoming projects in Burma and enable the foundation to continue supporting the women of... - December 09, 2013 - We women foundation
Silicon Valley Parents Develop GigatonGifts Website to Fight Open-Fire Cooking and Deforestation - Smoke from Fires Kills Over 2 Million Annually
GigatonGifts was launched in December by a group of Silicon Valley parents concerned about deforestation and open-fire cooking in poor countries. Volunteer parents developed the GigatonGifts website (www.GigatonGifts.org), where people can purchase trees and solar stoves in Africa and Haiti as gifts. Worldwide, almost 3 billion people cook over wood fires. The soot from these fires causes respiratory ailments that kill 2 to 4 million people a year, most of them women and children. - December 09, 2013 - The Carbon Zero Institute
Free2luv and Antonio Salon Team Up to Celebrate Individuality and Stand Up to Bullying
Style and Cut for a Cause - Stand up to Bullying with Award-winning Nonprofit Free2luv and Celebrate you December 30th at Antonio Salon in Seattle, WA. - December 09, 2013 - Free2Luv
Toll Brothers Colorado Supports Operation Holidays from Home
Six huge boxes of supplies were sent to troops overseas as part of the Operation Holidays from Home project. - December 08, 2013 - Toll Brothers Colorado
South Jersey Family Hit Hard by Tourette Syndrome Throws Support Behind NJ Walks for TS Program
The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders’ annual awareness and fundraising campaign November 23 in Mendham drew a big crowd and raised significant money to support educating students and teachers at schools in every corner of the state about TS, anti-bullying initiatives and self-advocacy. - December 08, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Walmart Foundation Funds Hot Meals for Homebound Seniors in Our Community
The Walmart Foundation and the Delaware State Giving Advisory Council have awarded Meals On Wheels Delaware a $30,000 grant to fund meal delivery programs throughout the state for the growing elderly population. - December 07, 2013 - Meals On Wheels Delaware
Lyon Communities Gift Drive Benefits Orangewood Children’s Foundation
Lyon Apartment Communities Donate Gifts for Orange County Residents in Need - December 07, 2013 - Lyon Communities
International Toy Museum Hires Executive Director
The International Toy Museum is launching, announces appointment of Executive Director. Intention is to create world-class museum of children’s playthings. Bay area institution will focus on toys through the ages, for boys and girls. - December 06, 2013 - International Toy Museum
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers Helps Bring Joy to Houston Children in Need for the Fifth Year, Partnering with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers is an official Toys for Tots donation site for the residents of the greater Houston communities. Its four Houston-area locations will collect toys to give to Houston children in need this holiday season. - December 06, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers