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.
RMN Global Search Sponsors the 16th Annual Buddy Walk
RMN Global Search is proud to be a sponsor for the 16th Annual Buddy Walk in Atlanta. - October 04, 2013 - The RMN Agency
Las Vegas Ride for Kids Raises More Than $63,000
Ride for Kids traveled west last weekend to host its ninth annual event in Las Vegas. At press time, the Sept. 29 ride had raised $63,186 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. More than 375 participants at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway honored nine young brain tumor survivors, the Stars of the... - October 04, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Barbara Melvin Earns Statewide Recognition from the Small Business Development Center
Dress for Success SW Florida is proud to announce that President, Barbara Melvin was recognized for her volunteer efforts at the Florida Small Business Development Center’s annual conference in Orlando on September 9th. She was awarded both the Regional Volunteer of the Year and the Florida... - October 04, 2013 - Dress for Success SWFL
Shop for Success Offers a Fabulous Shopping Experience in Support of a Great Cause
Dress for Success SW Florida presents Shop for Success, an annual shopping event featuring 5,000 square feet of mostly new designer and designer-inspired apparel and accessories. - October 04, 2013 - Dress for Success SWFL
Causecast Honored as "Awesome New Technology" for HR Technology Conference
Popular Session at Leading Industry Event to Feature Causecast’s Employee Volunteering and Giving Platform - October 03, 2013 - Causecast
Actor Rudy Ramos Turns to Public for Support of "Geronimo" Project
Five days remain for actor's Kickstarter campaign to fully fund one-man show, "Geronimo, Life on the Reservation." - October 03, 2013 - Rudy Ramos
An Intimate Evening with Broadway & Daytime Television Stars to Benefit LLS
Daytime Soap Star Jackie Zeman and many other prominent Broadway stars will be attending An Intimate Evening with Broadway & Daytime Television Stars to Benefit LLS on October 8th at the gorgeous SKYLIGHT ROOM at the Marriott Marquis Times Square to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). - October 02, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Marriage Team Set to Honor Pro Football Legend Dick Butkus (#51)
Dick Butkus will be honored by Marriage Team, the Vancouver, Wash.-based non-profit organization dedicated to building strong marriages, at a special Tailgate Event, Saturday evening, November 2, at the Vancouver Hilton Hotel and Convention Center. The event is open to the public with tables and individual tickets available through www.marriageteam.com. - October 01, 2013 - MarriageTeam
Plaza Jewish Community Chapel Continues Its Service to the Jewish Community
Presents 14th Bereavement Conference to a full house of professionals and lay leaders. - October 01, 2013 - Plaza Jewish Community Chapel
Charities Vie for $25,000 Top Prize
Charities Need Your Support. - October 01, 2013 - John J. Byrne Community Center
International Singing Sensation Mario Frangoulis Returns to the U.S. for a Limited Engagement This Fall; Pledges a Portion of Proceeds to Charity
Mario Frangoulis, the world-renowned “powerhouse tenor” returns to the U.S. stage with his electrifying voice and stunning charisma. Unveiling songs from his new, critically acclaimed international release, Beautiful Things, Frangoulis will inspire and touch audiences in San Francisco, Chicago, and New York City this November, with his captivating performances and compassionate desire to help those in need. - September 30, 2013 - Mario Frangoulis
Nation Safe Drivers Raises Money in Unique Ways for Breast Cancer Awareness
Nation Safe Drivers, one of the largest suppliers of auto-related, supplemental products since 1962, has teamed up once again with the American Cancer Society to raise money for their Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Foundation fund. - September 29, 2013 - Nation Safe Drivers
Brighton’s Power of Pink Bracelet to Benefit The Maurer Foundation
Starting Friday, September 27th, The Maurer Foundation is pleased to partner with Brighton Collectibles at the Walt Whitman Shops in Huntington Station for a special month-long fundraiser in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout October, The Maurer Foundation will receive a portion of... - September 29, 2013 - The Maurer Foundation
Ms. Pennsylvania America Raises Awareness for ALS
Ms. Pennsylvania America 2013, Malinda Koncar, is raising awareness for ALS after losing her father to the horrible disease. Her team, Muscle Magic, for the Northern Ohio ALS Association Chapter is scheduled for their main event October 13, 2013. - September 28, 2013 - Malinda Koncar, Ms. Pennsylvania America 2014
GSF Mortgage Will Help to Build a Home for a Local Family
GSF Mortgage is pleased to partner with Habitat for Humanity to help build a home for a local family. GSF has been helping people buy homes for years; now it is their turn to help build a home for a family in need. GoGSF will volunteer with Habitat for Humanity to help build a home for a family in... - September 28, 2013 - GoGSF
Africa Yoga Project Comes to Chicago: Eb & Flow Yoga Studio Holds Fundraising Event for Global Not-for-Profit
Local business Eb & flow Yoga Studio in Bucktown/Wicker Park will hold a fundraising event to support Africa Yoga Project (www.africayogaproject.org) next Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013. The global not-for-profit organization recently launched its Handstands Hugs & Highways tour of the... - September 28, 2013 - Eb & flow Yoga Studio
Denver Regional Home Staging Chapter Charity Event to Benefit Africa Hope Community
The Denver Chapter of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals will be Staging a home of an African refugee family as part of their Worldwide Staging Service Week Project. Members will be helping furnish the home for a family of 6 and provide their time, creativity and resources as part of their charitable service project for 2013. - September 27, 2013 - Sensational Home Staging
One Man's Mission to Take a Pinch Out of Breast Cancer One Hat at a Time
Former hip hop producer, Jason Pinchoff, lost his mother to breast cancer early in life and has created an Urban Fashion Movement that shows solidarity and support for everyone who has or has had a loved one afflicted with the disease. Jason's fashion label PINCH NYC donates 10 percent of the sale of each their hats to his non for profit org. Bring a Voice. Pinchoff has legendary rappers such as Ice T, Chubb Rock, and Dana Dane publicly supporting his inspiring movement. - September 27, 2013 - PINCH NYC
Side Project Inc. Makes Donation to the Animal Rescue League of Western Pennsylvania
On Wednesday, September 24, Side Project Inc. staff and volunteers, Adam Casugrove, Jeffrey Fromknecht, Chelsea Banks, David Brown, Anne Fromknecht and Lauren Arnita gathered to present a donation of $1,750 to the Animal Rescue League of Western PA. Ann Yeager of the Animal Rescue League, accepted... - September 27, 2013 - Side Project Inc.
Heights Foundation Seeks Donations for Thanksgiving Outreach
The Heights Foundation is seeking organizations and individuals to participate in the Bountiful Blessings Thanksgiving outreach. Since 1999, the program has helped families in the Harlem Heights neighborhood make a traditional Thanksgiving meal to share with their families. Donations can be dropped off Thursday, November 21. The outreach event will be held on Sunday, November 24. - September 27, 2013 - The Heights Foundation
Investors Bank Hosts Grand Opening of its New Branch in Brick, N.J.
Meet Stanley Cup Champion Jim Dowd, who played for the New Jersey Devils; Also, the Bank Launches its Grand Opening “Crack the Vault” Game with $5,000 Grand Prize - September 26, 2013 - Investors Bank
A Gatsby Affair Gearing Up to be the Gatsby Extravaganza of the Year
Sep 28th at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica is going to be a night to remember, travel back in time to the Gatsby 1920's era and dance to the tunes of Macy Gray and X Factor's Stacy Francis. - September 26, 2013 - peakPRgroup
Hepatitis B Foundation Adds Dr. Walter Tsou and Deborah L. Faust to Board of Directors
National Nonprofit Dedicated to Finding a Cure for Hepatitis B Welcomes Former Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Walter Tsou and Pharmaceutical Industry Executive Deborah L. Faust to Board. - September 26, 2013 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Invisible Disabilities Champions at It’s Not an Illusion on Invisible Disabilities Day, October 24th
Colorado-based Invisible Disabilities Association honors individuals and organizations from Colorado and around the nation at sixth annual awards banquet in Lone Tree, Colo., October 24, 2013. - September 25, 2013 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Harleys for Heroes Announces Giveaway Winners
Military charity awards Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles to three lucky Winners. - September 25, 2013 - Healing Heroes Network
EventSeekers International Presents - Fashion Meets Art And Jazz, a Classic Black and White Event
EventSeekers International will host this noteworthy special event full of style and music at the Historic Academy of Medicine, an evening to highlight the best in fashion, classic photography and live jazz. Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 6 to 9 PM. Special performance by Reggie Hines, award winning artist from IAM CRE8TIVE Live Awards 2013, will provide the jazz flavor of the day. Jim Alexander Photography and Matthew Weaver Collection will top off the Event. - September 25, 2013 - EventSeekers International
New Book Provides Powerful Tool for Church Leaders to Build Discipleship Plan
In his new book, "Innovating Discipleship: Four Paths to Real Discipleship Results," author Will Mancini offers a practical framework that moves the discussion beyond existing models and best practices. Instead of touting a new model for every church to adapt, Mancini provides a simple and powerful tool that guides church leaders, step-by-step, into the freedom and confidence found in designing a unique, effective discipleship approach for a specific time and place. - September 25, 2013 - Auxano
Xclaimed Ministries Provides Free Toys, Bicycles and Home-Goods
Xclaimed Ministries provided free cooked meals, toys and home-goods to over 420 people at their final concert of the summer. - September 25, 2013 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Helping Youth Connect the Dots-Planting Seeds of Inspiration
TEDx speaker Rosalyn Kahn reaches out to youth leaders of Division 25 Kiwanis Key Club as they gather for their Annual Leadership Conference. High School students will come from all over the San Fernando Valley. Ms. Kahn has spoken at over seven Kiwanis Groups and given the title of Distinguished Speaker in their organization and honored to address these high school students. - September 25, 2013 - Coaching and Professional Speaking
Face Forward Charity CEO Deborah Alessi to Put Spotlight on Violence at Upcoming "A Gatsby Affair"
Domestic violence patient Audrey Mabrey to attend gala in Santa Monica as "victor not victim." - September 25, 2013 - peakPRgroup
Thousands of Puzzle Pieces Raise $50,000 for Autism
Executive Auto Group’s Puzzle Pieces for Autism raises $50,000 to help the state’s families and individuals living with autism. - September 25, 2013 - Executive Auto Group
Riders from Baltimore, San Diego Top $177,000 for PBTF
Motorcyclists banded together for Ride for Kids events in Baltimore and San Diego on Sept. 22, raising $177,593 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Seven young brain tumor survivors were the Stars of the rides in West Friendship, Md., and Cardiff, Calif. The events featured local emcee and... - September 25, 2013 - Ride for Kids
United Way of San Diego County to Anchor City Heights Partnership for Children
“Collective Impact” Initiative Supports Area Youth from Cradle to College or Career - September 24, 2013 - United Way of San Diego County
Tastemaker Low Key Will be Hosting HADEM-Haiti Charity Event
On Friday, October 18 Rap Artist VNova and The Michael Jazz Trio will be performing at Saloon in New York City for HADEM – Haiti Charity Event. - September 24, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Chicagoland Buddy Walk® Encourages Participants to Take Strides Towards Acceptance and Inclusion for People with Down Syndrome
The 11th Annual Chicagoland Buddy Walk® will take place at Cantigny on October 13, 2013 and features Radio Disney. More than 3000 people are expected to attend this years walk, which is one of over 250 walks across the country this fall to raise awareness and funds for programs that benefit... - September 24, 2013 - DS Support
Javier Rodríguez Borgio and Big Bola Foundation Helping Guerrero, Mexico Victims
Javier Rodríguez Borgio (Mexican Movie Producer) and his foundation have started a collection campaign to send help to victims at Guerrero, Mexico. - September 23, 2013 - Big Bola Foundation
The First Tee of the Triangle Receives $17,500 Grant from PwC’s Raleigh Office
Local Youth Development Organization Receives Grant From the PwC Charitable Foundation to Support Youth Programs. - September 23, 2013 - First Tee Of The Triangle
Last Nights Second Fashion Compassion Brought Out Star Power and Many Supporters for the Cause
On Friday, September 20 Fashion Model Lea Rannells and The Art of Fashion Productions, Inc presented their second annual Fashion Compassion Event to benefit the Liquid Water Foundation. - September 23, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Pinellas County Domestic Violence Task Force and SPCA Tampa Bay Host October 24 Workshop on the Human Factor in Animal Abuse
In recognition of October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Pinellas County Domestic Violence Task Force and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Tampa Bay will host a workshop on the human factors in animal abuse. Scheduled for Thursday, October 24th, from... - September 22, 2013 - SPCA Tampa Bay
Lakeway Realtor Cyndi Cummings to Host "Dance for the Walk," a Benefit for Alzheimer’s Research
Lakeway Realtor sponsors Dance for the Walk fundraiser Alzheimer’s affects almost every family in America. The medical community is making great strides to find treatment and possibly even a cure, but they need your help. Lakeway Realtor Cyndi Cummings is passionately committed to this cause... - September 21, 2013 - Cummings Realty
Free Wheelchair Mission Announces First Container of Wheelchairs Ordered for Samoa
Free Wheelchair Mission’s first container (550 individual units) of wheelchairs were placed on order for Samoa. FWM’s Executive Director, Reed Hartley notes, “although Samoa’s tsunami in 2009 was four years ago this month, the effects of the devastation are still felt deeply... - September 20, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Cincinnati Zoo Walk Raises $10,000 for Dystonia Research
The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) commends the support seen this past weekend the Cincinnati Zoo Walk. Over 200 supporters came to help raise over $10,000 and awareness for dystonia on Saturday, September 14, 2013. Organizer Melissa Phelps planned the walk in honor of her two young daughters, both of whom suffer from generalized dystonia, a little known movement disorder. - September 20, 2013 - Dystonia Medical Research Foundation
San Francisco Woman’s Fifth Half Marathon Retires her from Inspirational Running Career
Despite living with a chronic neurological disorder, Carrie Siu Butt has finished over 15 races for Dystance4Dystonia. The Dystonia Medical Foundation (DMRF) is proud to cheer on Dystance4Dystonia runner Carrie Siu Butt in her fifth and final half marathon this November. Dystonia is a neurological disorder, and Carrie has served for years as a tireless inspiration for the dystonia community through her advocacy and passion for running. - September 20, 2013 - Dystonia Medical Research Foundation
Couple Sends Over 500 Gifts to Overseas Soldiers
Because of a interesting find in Coxs Creek, KY, a couple got inspired to distribute over 500 gifts to overseas U.S. soldiers. Michael Kirchhubel found letters in his attic that served as correspondence between his father and mother during WWII. - September 19, 2013 - Brass Peace Inc.
Mountain West Dental Institute Grand Opening
The Metropolitan Denver Dental Society (MDDS) is hosting a Grand Opening of the Mountain West Dental Institute at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2013. The Mountain West Dental Institute (MWDI) is located at 925 Lincoln Street, Denver, CO 80203 in the Beauvallon building in the Golden Triangle. - September 19, 2013 - Metro Denver Dental Society
DLJ Give to Live Foundation Hosts Jersey City Fashion Week
The DLJ Give to Live Community Foundation, a charitable project sponsored by United Charitable Programs, raises funds and promotes awareness for various charitable causes through fashion, entertainment and sports-related events. - September 19, 2013 - United Charitable Programs
Laugh in the Face of Breast Cancer: A Fundraiser Event Benefiting South Asian Breast Cancer Awareness (SABCA) Foundation and Think Pink 365 Campaign
Fundraising event at Gotham Comedy Club in New York City, headlined by Akaash Singh - featuring Saurin Choksi, Subhah Agarwal, and Tushar Singh. - September 19, 2013 - SABCA Foundation
Alan Ram & The Janeen R. Barber Foundation Supporters Help Families in Need
Alan Ram, President & Founder of The Janeen R. Barber Foundation, and the foundation's supporters reach out to families in need. - September 19, 2013 - The Janeen R. Barber Foundation
Give Back New Jersey Launch and Jewelry Party a Huge Success
On Monday, September 16 Star Dog celebrated with guest the launch of their new “Give Back New Jersey” t-shirt line. - September 19, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Steps to Independence Holds Fourth Annual 5K
Sunday September 15, 2013, marked Steps to Independence’s fourth annual 5k run/walk fundraiser. Steps to Independence is a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit that provides conductive education for children with motor disabilities. Their mission is to help their students achieve physical, social, and... - September 19, 2013 - Side Project Inc.