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.
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
Hartford Church and CT Center for Non-Violence to Offer Training
Two Hartford organizations join to offer Kingian non-violence training workshop. - November 02, 2013 - Asylum Hill Congregational Church
DADA Charitable Foundation Fund Announces More Than $175,000 in Grants
Grants totaling $178,491 awarded to six organizations that provide services to youth in the region. - November 02, 2013 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
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
Friends in Adoption, Licensed Non-Profit Agency, Defends Reproductive Rights and Highlights Best Practice to Celebrate November - National Adoption Awareness Month
FIA believes it is important for women and couples facing a pregnancy decision to learn about all their legal options - knowing that they may be considering parenting, adoption, or abortion - and its ethical approach is to listen and provide information and support to those individuals, without telling them which decision they should make. - November 01, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
Drug-Free South Distributes Booklets at Bike Show
Drug-Free South is working to eradicate the demand for drugs in Tennessee and so establish health and happiness for all citizens. This past week, they took their message to a motorcycle show in Rutherford County. - November 01, 2013 - Drug Free South
The Salvation Army Continues Registration for 2013 Christmas Cheer
Major Thomas Louden is pleased to announce The Salvation Army of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties is continuing to accept applications for this holiday season. Registration dates for its annual Christmas Cheer program will continue throughout November. The first three days this year brought over... - November 01, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Hospice of the North Coast to Host Friends and Founders Event on November 17th
Hospice of the North Coast (HNC) will host “A Vision Realized” Friends and Founders appreciation brunch on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort and Spa located at 7100 Aviara Resort Drive in Carlsbad beginning at 12:00 pm. Mistress of Ceremonies, Dawn Hall Cunneen,... - October 31, 2013 - Hospice of the North Coast
Talk Fusion Founder & CEO Donates $50,000 at SPCA Florida Benefit
Video communication company helps make charity’s first-ever black-tie gala a smashing success. - October 31, 2013 - Talk Fusion
Our Mother’s Home Receives Lexus as a Donation for the Teen Moms
Karen Watson, Executive Director for Our Mother’s Home of Southwest Florida, Inc. is pleased to announce the donation of a 1993 Lexus LS 400, valued at $4,000, from Jim Alba, a seasonal Naples, FL resident who found out about Our Mother’s Home through his local car insurance agent,... - October 31, 2013 - Our Mother's Home of Southwest Florida
The Amgraph Group Announces Their Fourth Annual Holiday Food and Funds Drive
The Ontario, California based graphics marketing company is very proud to announce their fourth annual Holiday Food and Funds Drive. - October 31, 2013 - The Amgraph Group
Playa del Carmen Rotary Club Launches Inaugural Charity Golf Tournament
First Annual Seaside Rotary Golf Classic Raises Much Needed Funds for the Riviera Maya’s Needy Children and Families - October 31, 2013 - BuyPlaya Real Estate Advisors
Taylor Morrison Phoenix Division Volunteers to Help Local Families Fleeing Domestic Violence and Homelessness
Almost 100 Taylor Morrison Employees Volunteer to Refurbish and Refresh Vital Housing Facility for Save the Family Foundation of Arizona - October 30, 2013 - Taylor Morrison
Motorcyclists in San Antonio Ride Together for PBTF
Motorcyclists at the inaugural San Antonio Ride for Kids on Oct. 27 honored five young brain tumor survivors: Jocelyn, Tristan, Heaven, Mackenzie and Lauranda. At press time, the event had raised $23,072 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. “Every day, [we] hug each other because we... - October 30, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Energy Start-Up Funds Local Student's Educational Trip
Torch Energy Solutions rewards Erica Rodriguez with scholarship to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum in Washington D.C. - October 30, 2013 - Torch Energy Solutions
REBSEA Announces Founding Member in Boca Raton, Florida
Real Estate and Social Enterprises Association Announces Founding Member in Boca Raton, Florida - October 30, 2013 - REBSEA
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Unveils Honorary Committee for 4th Annual NJ Walks for TS at Mendham
The event, which will take place Saturday, November 23, has drawn tremendous amounts of support from the sports world, medical and research fields, and the political arena. NJ Walks For TS' goal is to raise awareness and funds to educate students and teachers about Tourette Syndrome and bullying in schools across New Jersey. - October 30, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
MB2 Raceway Sylmar/Thousand Oaks-Shave the Date!
MB2 Raceway combined efforts with Movember to raise awareness in the fight against Prostate & Testicular Cancer. Stop by your local MB2 Raceway to show your support by purchasing a bracelet or making a donation, it's time to start growing aware. - October 29, 2013 - MB2 Raceway Inc.
San Francisco’s Popular Fitness Studio Donates to Local Charities During Month of November with Special Class Offerings
Burn announces “Burn For a Better Community,” donating 100% of class revenues to non-profit organizations. - October 28, 2013 - Burn
Deaf & Hearing Impaired Services Names Susan Sullivan Support Group Coordinator
Support groups are a new service being offered at Deaf & Hearing Impaired Services satellite sites across southeast Michigan. As the Support Group Coordinator Sullivan will be responsible for creating and implementing different groups to enable hard of hearing individuals and their families to understand their loss, share their experience and help one another. - October 28, 2013 - Deaf & Hearing Impaired Services
Deaf & Hearing Impaired Services Names Tanner Parmentier Satellite Site Program Coordinator/Event Planner
Michigan-based DHIS has several satellite sites across southeast Michigan providing services to the deaf and hard of hearing senior community. President Linda Booth has announce the appointment of Tanner Parmentier as Program Coordinator/Event Planner for the satellite sites. - October 28, 2013 - Deaf & Hearing Impaired Services
Waxelene Teams Up with HoneyColony to Bee the Change
The petroleum jelly alternative company will donate all proceeds from special t-shirt sales to The Pollination Project. - October 28, 2013 - Waxelene
San Diego Self Storage and Rubio’s Join Forces to Benefit Toys for Tots
San Diego Self Storage and Rubio’s are joining forces for the 15th Annual SDSS Toys for Tots holiday and offering coupons for a free taco at any of Rubio’s San Diego locations. - October 28, 2013 - San Diego Self Storage
Friends of Karen Delivers Thanksgiving to Sick Children and Their Families
For families caring for a child with cancer or another life-threatening illness, Thanksgiving may be just another day of worry at the hospital. Friends of Karen has a way to make it better. - October 27, 2013 - Friends of Karen
Lutheran Services in America Named Number 25 on Chronicle of Philanthropy’s “Philanthropy 400”
Lutheran Services in America (LSA) has placed at number 25 on the 2013 “Philanthropy 400” list compiled annually by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a leading publication for nonprofit news and issues. This is the second time that LSA has ranked number 25 on the list of top charities in... - October 26, 2013 - Lutheran Services in America
Friends of Balboa Park Hosts 13th Annual Awards Luncheon
The organization will honor volunteers and visionaries who have made significant contributions to Balboa Park. - October 26, 2013 - Friends of Balboa Park
Human Options’ Fall Fundraiser Features Inspiring Presentation by Dr. Drew and Nets $250,000 for Domestic Violence Programs
Human Options provides a safe haven and life changing programs to help abused women, their children and families rebuild their lives — and works with the community to break the cycle of domestic violence. Safety – Healing – A Way Forward - October 26, 2013 - Human Options
Lynn A. Werner Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Lynn A. Werner of Chicago, Illinois has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of community development. About Lynn A. Werner Dr. Werner has over 10 years experience in the field of community... - October 25, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Autistic Children Can Make Friends
Free parent workshop on autism and social development. - October 25, 2013 - The Friendship Network for Children
Lowry Team with Keller Williams Realty Conducts Thanksgiving Food Drive for Reach Out Lakota in West Chester, Ohio
The Lowry Team with Keller Williams Realty annually conducts a food drive for Reach Out Lakota. Reach Out Lakota is a non-profit organization that helps local families in need in the West Chester/Liberty Township area. - October 25, 2013 - Lowry Team Real Estate
This Halloween Turn a Night of Fear Into a Night of Hope
International children’s charity and TV chef Lesley Waters create hope for the world’s most vulnerable children. - October 25, 2013 - World Vision UK
Miami Reggae Festival Expresses Our Hopes and Dreams of a World in Which What We Have in Common is Far Greater Than That Which Divides Us
The Miami Reggae Festival will showcase 10 bands from 9 nations coming together to raise awareness and treat music lovers to a full day of international sounds, while collecting funds and food donations to give back to the community. - October 24, 2013 - Rockers Movement
Saddleback Memorial Foundation to Receive Support from Douglas/Bravo Golf Classic and Helicopter Drop
Proceeds benefit Women and Children’s Services at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center. - October 24, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Northern Hills Synagogue Rummage Sale
Northern Hills Synagogue - Congregation B'nai Avraham will hold its annual rummage sale on Sunday, November 3, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The sale, including items collected from over 200 families, will feature jewelry, electronics, collectables, new and gently used clothing, toys, books,... - October 24, 2013 - Northern Hills Synagogue
New Living Way Launches New Ministry Website
The mission and mandate of this new website is to create a sense of closeness and fellowship among the members, friends and the unbeliever and making ministry available to a global audience 24/7 365. Located at the vibrant, high traffic area of Brinkley Road in Temple Hills, MD you can come and worship with New Living Way each Sunday at 5:00 PM at 3265 Brinkley Rd Temple Hills, MD in the Rosecroft Shopping Center. - October 24, 2013 - New Living Way Ministry
Childhelp Help Announces Wonderland 2013
Childhelp 10th annual Wonderland Luncheon, Boutique & Auction will be help on December 9, 2013 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel to benefit the Los Angeles Chapter efforts to defeat child abuse and neglect. - October 23, 2013 - Childhelp
Orange County Boy Scouts’ Popcorn Drive Remembers U.S. Troops Here and Overseas
The Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America is hosting its 20th annual popcorn sales drive, and a portion of the sales are donated to U.S. troops locally and overseas. - October 23, 2013 - Orange County Council Boy Scouts of America
Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Scouting for Food on Nov. 4-9, 2013
The Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America celebrates it's 25th anniversary of fighting hunger in Orange County through its Scouting For Food program. Proceeds benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank in Orange County. - October 23, 2013 - Orange County Council Boy Scouts of America
London Luton Airport Marks a New Chapter in Its Chaplaincy Story
A large group which included, among others, London Luton Airport staff, chaplains and members of several faith groups, including local clergy, met in the Silver Lounge at London Luton Airport on Friday 18th October to bid an official ‘farewell’ to the airport’s senior chaplain for... - October 23, 2013 - Workplace Matters
World-Renowned Skateboarder Danny Way Forms the New Danny Way Foundation
World-renowned skateboarder Danny Way forms new charity and launches a fundraising concert series to raise money for skateparks in Hawaii. - October 22, 2013 - The Danny Way Foundation
Creative Community Rallies Support for Colleague: "Miketoberfest" to Feature Tours of Historic Department Store Benefiting Local Family Affected by Cancer
Landor employee Leslee Amann's husband Mike Amann is currently battling stage 4 neuroendocrine cancer. His friends and family are organizing Miketoberfest, which will feature live bands, DJs, locally-crafted merchandise and local food trucks. Mike is an owner of BLDG, a Covington, KY based design firm. Miketoberfest will be held this Friday, October 25, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in the loading docks of the former Shillito's department store, now home to Landor Associates. - October 22, 2013 - Landor Associates
Guests Came Out to Support HADEM-Haiti Charity Event Hosted by Tastemaker Low Key
On Friday, October 18 Rap Artist VNova, The Michael Jazz Trio, the Nick Tangorra Band, Elijah Dixon, Malcah and Chase Wild performed at Saloon in New York City for HADEM – Haiti Charity Event. - October 22, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Rosalyn Kahn Offers Hope to the Homeless
Rosalyn Kahn spreads her message of hope with Random Acts of Kindness to help men and women who have recently been homeless to secure and retain jobs with an organization called Changes Lives.org in Downtown Los Angeles. - October 22, 2013 - Coaching and Professional Speaking
3rd Annual Sgt. Jimmy Event to Benefit Scholarship Fund
The 3rd Annual Sgt. Jimmy Memorial Scholarship Spaghetti Dinner benefits the Sgt. James C. Robinson Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund. - October 21, 2013 - Shabooms Inc.
WildDivineOnline.com Has Benefited Amnesty International and the Humane Society – Who’s Next?
New Manifestation Challenge will once again give Wild Divine Online members the opportunity to cast votes for their favorite charities through meditation. - October 21, 2013 - Wild Divine
Celebrities and Change Makers Gathered at the Blue Horizon Foundation’s 2nd Annual Gala to Support Medical Treatment Globally
On Tuesday, October 15, 2013 Blue Horizon Foundation (BHF) hosted their second annual fundraising gala at Guastavino’s in New York, NY. Their dedication to increase the awareness of global inequality in healthcare attracted hundreds of supporters including many celebrities. - October 21, 2013 - Blue Horizon International
Homeland Security Foundation of America Seeking New Leadership
HSFA announced plans to elect a new Chairman of the Board and 15 directors for the 2014-2018 term. - October 21, 2013 - Homeland Security Foundation of America