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.
Sanderson Lincoln Sponsors 11th Annual Operation Santa Claus in Phoenix
Sanderson Lincoln in Phoenix, AZ is proud to sponsor the 11th Annual Operation Santa Claus. - November 29, 2012 - Sanderson Lincoln
2nd Annual Miracle of Giving Poker Tournament This Sunday at Presque Isle Downs & Casino
All toys collected will benefit the Marines Toys for Tots Foundation. - November 28, 2012 - MTR
Free Programs Available for Children Impacted by Hurricane Sandy
School assemblies and neighborhood programs given for free to areas hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy. Children will learn how wilderness survival skills bring security and comfort during disasters and urban survival situations. - November 28, 2012 - Children of the Earth Foundation
Lions, Tigers & Bears to Host Annual Christmas Party
Event will feature holiday shopping, light refreshments and Christmas presents for the exotic animals. - November 28, 2012 - Lions Tigers and Bears
Free2Luv Honored as 2012 Top-Rated Nonprofit
Free2Luv, a nonprofit dedicated to ending bullying, spreading love & stopping hate, announced today that it has been honored with a prestigious 2012 Top-Rated Award by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of nonprofit organizations user reviews. - November 28, 2012 - Free2Luv
Cat Care Society Builds 2012 Year-End Holiday Appeal Around Rescue Cat "Willie," Sharing Powerful Reasons to Support Its Shelter, Clinic and Community Programs
Cat Care Society (CCS) has built its annual year-end holiday appeal around the success of recent work with a senior cat named Willie. Willie's compelling story spans several years and shows the Cat Care Society's code of not giving up on any cat and is timed with CCS participation in the GivingFirst.org Colorado Gives Day on Dec. 4th. - November 28, 2012 - Cat Care Society
Christian Leadership Academy Hosted Its Most Successful Dinner and Auction
On November 10, 2012, Christian Leadership Academy, located on Livernois just north of Big Beaver Road on the campus of Zion Christian Church, hosted its most successful dinner and live auction in the 17-year history of the school. Over 180 guests, consisting of families and local business... - November 27, 2012 - Christian Leadership Academy
Rentricity Wins "Best in Renewable Energy" at 2012 Cleantech Open Global Forum
Rentricity Inc., a renewable energy company that generates electricity from untapped pressure in drinking water pipes, was selected as "Best in Renewable Energy" at the 2012 Cleantech Open Global Forum, held in San Jose, California on November 8th and 9th. Additionally, it was selected as... - November 27, 2012 - Rentricity Inc.
CSU Industries Brings Holiday Cheer to Long Island Hurricane Sandy Victims
In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, CSU Industries is pioneering an effort to bring joy to children and families devastated by the storm by distributing hundreds of replacement laptops, desktops, monitors, iPods, and other IT gear. As a long-standing business located in the Long Island, NY... - November 27, 2012 - CSU Industries
CS3 Technology Hosts Toys for Tots Drop-Off Location in Memory of USMC Corporal Wade Austin Toothman
Annual Toys for Tots participation creates community, benefits Toys for Tots and honors Corporal Toothman. - November 26, 2012 - CS3 Technology
Child Soldier Recruitment Likely to Increase as Rebel Violence Mounts in DRC - World Vision Reports
World Vision reports mounting violence leading to aid agency worker evacuations, displacement of families and recruitment of child soldiers. World leaders are called on to intervene. - November 26, 2012 - World Vision UK
Coat Drive Helps Local People in Need Stay Warm. With the Devastation of Hurricane Sandy, the Need for Coats Has Never Been Greater.
The Be Positive Campaign is partnering with the Brooklyn Rescue Mission, What About The Children Inc., New York Cares, and Brooklyn College to donate coats to the victims of Hurricane Sandy. This coat drive will also benefit the less fortunate communities and schools of Brooklyn, NY. With the... - November 26, 2012 - Be Positive Campaign, Inc
Waste King Celebrates Movember Among Other Charitable Causes
Having pledged to give 30 per cent of its business turnover in one, nominated, day to the Milton Keynes-based charity, Medical Detection Dogs, Waste King - the specialist collections, clearance and recycling company – has recently handed over a cheque for £350. Medical Detection Dogs... - November 25, 2012 - Waste King
LifeStyles Furniture Raising Red Cross Donations for Those Affected by Hurricane Sandy Through Ekornes Stressless Charity Promotion
Donate $50 to the American Red Cross in support of those affected by Hurricane Sandy through LifeStyles Furniture and receive $200 Off Stressless seating or $400 Off select Eagle or Wing Stressless recliners. - November 24, 2012 - LifeStyles Furniture
First Crush Charity Gala Raises $53,000 for TCAA
Former Mayor Hugh Hallman receives Barbara R. Norton Service Award. - November 23, 2012 - Tempe Community Action Agency
Houston Housing Authority, Mayor Parker Get in the Holiday Spirit with $100M to Help End Homelessness in Houston
Houston Housing Authority and Mayor Annise Parker announce details of plan to add 1,000 units of permanent housing for homeless Houstonians within the next two years through $100 million in Project-Based Vouchers, funded by HUD. This pledge includes plans to construct new apartments that will... - November 23, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority
Emergency Preparedness Leads to Large Donation to Local Food Bank
Local food band receives a generous donation of quick-cook meals thanks to the emergency preparations of others. - November 23, 2012 - SurvivalBased
Charlotte Attorney to Serve as National Chair for United Cerebral Palsy Board of Trustees
Essex Richards, P.A. attorney Edward G. (“Woody”) Connette has been selected to chair the national Board of Trustees for United Cerebral Palsy (UCP). For more than 60 years, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) has been educating, advocating and providing support services through nearly 100 affiliates to more than 176,000 people with a spectrum of disabilities through a nationwide affiliate network to ensure a “life without limits”. - November 22, 2012 - Essex Richards
MEGT Reinvests Government Money in the Community
When the Australian Government announced the additional Kickstart funding for small and medium sized Building and Construction trades on 23rd October, a community-based not-for-profit organisation, MEGT, decided to pass on the funding they receive – and add to it. Colin McCabe, General... - November 22, 2012 - MEGT (Australia) Ltd
2nd Grade Boy Starts Elf Factory for Families in Need
7 year-old Jamie Ashbourne, disheartened with the impersonal nature of donating unwrapped toys into cardboard boxes, has created an organization that will deliver the wrapped wishes of families in need. - November 22, 2012 - Jamie's Elf Factory
The Remi Group’s Fall Charity Drive for Dove’s Nest Soars to New Heights
The Remi Group collected 7,355 non-perishable items during their fall drive benefiting Dove's Nest, the Charlotte Rescue Mission's brand new women's program. - November 22, 2012 - Remi
Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration Means Progress
Each day, each month, each year, progress is made for human rights in Tennessee. - November 22, 2012 - United for Human Rights
New “Shining Seas” Book Documents Determination, Patriotism of 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Ride
Documenting the summer 2012 Sea to Shining Sea cross-continent bicycle, hand cycle and recumbent journey by 14 disabled veterans, the new illustrated book "Shining Seas" offers a first-hand look at the successful World T.E.A.M. Sports' ride. - November 22, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
2Toms Launches "Be a Hero" Fundraising Challenge to Benefit the Bikes Belong Foundation
This Season, the 2Toms Customer is the Hero. 10% of Profits from Online Orders made between 11/23 and 12/21 will go directly to Bikes Belong Foundation, the group that works to encourage more children to ride and make bicycling safer. - November 22, 2012 - 2Toms
BBYO Launches Gap Year Programs in Israel
BBYO announces the launch of a new pre-college gap year program in Israel beyondyear.org. - November 22, 2012 - Beyond BBYO, Inc.
DC Based Muslim Charity Changes Perception of Muslims in the US - Partnering to Feed Hundreds of Needy Families in the Nations Capital
American Third Pillar Charities partnering with the Embassy of the State of Qatar and the House of Praise, ATPC will package “meal boxes” consisting of a full turkey with all the trimmings. The boxes will be delivered on Wednesday evening to preselected families across the District of Columbia. The Muslim organization is changing public opinion of Muslims in the US through community work/service. - November 21, 2012 - American Third Pillar Charities
Bamboo Skateboards and Roozt.com Join Hosts of the Today Show to Bring Socially-Conscious, Eco-Friendly Low-Priced Gifts for the Holidays
Bamboo Skateboards will proudly be partnering up with ROOZT.com to showcase their eco-friendly, socially conscious skateboards at a valuable holiday price on NBC’s Today show. Tune in to the fourth-segment of the Today Show, hosted by Kathie Lee and Hoda, between 10 AM and 11 AM, on black... - November 21, 2012 - Bamboo Skateboards
Honda World Downey Dealership Provides Incentive for Donation for Toys for Tots Program
With the incentive of a cheaper oil change in exchange for a toy, Honda World Downey hopes to bring in a number of toy donations. - November 21, 2012 - Honda World Downey
Picture This! Photography Non-Profit Every Person Has a Story (EPHAS) Hosts Annual Holiday Bash on December 7 in Boston
War child turned internationally recognized Hip Hop artist and author Emmanuel Jal headlines EPHAS benefit at Storyville to assist Global Community Development - November 21, 2012 - Every Person Has a Story
GreaterGood Network Devotes “Click Here To Give” Buttons to Help People and Animal Victims of Superstorm Sandy
So far, GreaterGood.org has sent more than $120,000 in grants to organizations providing daily assistance to people and animals impacted by the storm. - November 21, 2012 - GreaterGood
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Comes to Charlotte to Give Back
Grand opening gala/Meet and Greet with Dr. Jonathan Kulbersh. 10% of all proceeds in the month of December go to domestic violence shelter. - November 20, 2012 - A New You Medical Wellness Solutions
Small Business Makes Big Donation to Hurricane Sandy Children
Judith Raye Paintings, LLC (http://www.judithraye.com) is partnering with Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. (K.I.D.S.)( http://www.kidsdonations.org) to donate dozens of new toddler tee-shirts from their Inspired by Caden collection to children affected by Hurricane Sandy. The shipment is... - November 20, 2012 - Judith Raye Paintings, LLC
Dog Training Professionals Annual Conference
Dog obedience instructors and trainers will meet in Oklahoma City, OK on March 2-3 for the 2013 Conference, sponsored by the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI). - November 19, 2012 - National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors
The Issa Trust Foundation Donates Over $150,000 to St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital’s in Equipment and Supplies
Two infant ventilators and equipment valued at over US$150,000 were officially donated to the Paediatric ward of the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital on November 12, 2012 by the Issa Trust Foundation. - November 19, 2012 - Issa Trust Foundation
Lions Clubs International Foundation Provides Disaster Relief for Superstorm Sandy
Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) is mobilizing US $220,000 to immediately support Lions’ disaster relief efforts following Superstorm Sandy. Funds are helping Lions in Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and North Carolina to provide assistance in hard-hit areas. The... - November 18, 2012 - Lions Clubs International Foundation
Humanity First Continues Responding to Hurricane Sandy
Volunteer based non-profit organization continues to provide relief efforts to thousands after devastation. - November 18, 2012 - Humanity First
C&J Bus Lines and Federal Savings Bank Join Forces at Caring and Sharing
Portsmouth based C&J Bus Lines and Dover based Federal Savings Bank are two of the Seacoast areas strongest community-minded businesses, so it was no surprise when the two companies joined forces to help make this year’s Caring and Sharing food drive a great success. - November 18, 2012 - C&J Lines
The Spirit of Giving at The Auction House in Canton, Texas
The Auction House in Canton, Texas, a client of The Rare Collections, auctions food, toys and other donated items for charity each Friday evening starting at 5:30pm. During the months of November and December, The Auction House is hosting special fundraisers for Loaves and Fishes, Toys for Tots and... - November 17, 2012 - The Rare Collections
Shore Thing Marketing Holds Poker Tournament to Raise Money for Operation Smile
In Shore Thing Marketing’s continuous efforts to raise money for Operation Smile, the firm will be holding a Poker Tournament. The event will be held on Thursday, November 29th 2012 at 6PM Eastern Time. All friends and family are invited to come and support the cause. Food and drinks will be... - November 17, 2012 - Shore Thing Marketing, Inc.
14th Annual Gobble Gobble Give to Serve Thanksgiving Meals
On Thursday, November 22nd, Gobble Gobble Give, an organization dedicated to feeding the homeless, will host its 14th annual Thanksgiving meal deliveries. The Thanksgiving deliveries will provide needy families with food for the holidays. What began with a few Echo Park residents cooking meals for... - November 17, 2012 - Gobble Gobble Give
Himalayan Charity Uses New Technology to Support Tradition: Institute for Compassionate Living Receives Global Support Through Internet Crowdfunding
The Dharmalaya Institute, a small sustainable village development charity in the Indian Himalayas, is finding unprecedented support through a new crowdfunding campaign. The Dharmalaya Institute partnered with the Earthville Network, a US-based nonprofit organization, to create life-changing service-learning programs for Indian and international participants. By the just the fifth day of a three-week campaign, the Institute had already received 75% of its fundraising goal. - November 16, 2012 - Earthville
Eastern National Publishes The Moton School Story: Children of Courage
Before the sit-ins in Greensboro, before the Montgomery bus boycott, there was the student strike at the Robert Russa Moton High School in Farmville, Virginia. In 1951, Barbara Johns led her follow students in protest against the inadequate and overcrowded facilities they faced. Their strike, which... - November 16, 2012 - Eastern National
Rabbi Mendel Mintz Announces Chabad Community Center Building Project
Cabins to quadruple space for the Aspen area Jewish community center, says Mendel Mintz. - November 16, 2012 - Mendel Mintz
Oklahoma City Firefighters Provide New Coats to 2,000 School Children in Great Need Launching the Firefighters Coats for Kids Foundation
Oklahoma City Firefighters, IAFF Local 157, Board of Chief Officers, and the Oklahoma City Retired Firefighter Association are providing 2,000 Oklahoma City school children with brand-new coats through their partnership with Firefighters Coats for Kids Foundation, a division of the largest non-profit distributer of new coats in the U.S., Operation Warm. - November 16, 2012 - Operation Warm
The Spine Health Foundation Announces 2013-2014 Board of Directors
Spine Health Foundation, Inc. (SHF) has added four additional board seats and elected new directors and officers for the 2013-2014 term. The SHF Board of Directors offers a variety of professional strengths and a passion for helping disadvantaged individuals overcome chronic pain due to spinal disorders. Each member brings considerable experience in medicine, public relations, technology and/or finance expertise. - November 16, 2012 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
Local Toy Store Donates to the Young Hurricane Victims - Everyone Has a Chance to Participate
Local Toy store will deliver toys to the young victims of Hurricane Sandy at shelters on Long Island. - November 16, 2012 - EliteToyStore
Matthew 25: Ministries Plans 50 Truckloads of Aid to Victims of Hurricane Sandy
Matthew 25: Ministries, a top-ranked international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH continues to provide aid to Sandy victims. Matthew 25: Ministries is currently dispatching 10 semis of disaster relief (valued at over $1,000,000) to five separate locations in the hardest hit areas. Matthew 25: Ministries estimates that a total of fifty truckloads of aid will be distributed in the disaster region in the upcoming months. - November 16, 2012 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Maisha International Orphanage Hosts Light the Future Gala and Dinner
Maisha International Orphanage, a charitable project fiscally sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), is hosting an event on November 17, 2012 to help support the orphans and widows living in Western Kenya, as well as to celebrate the program’s accomplishments. - November 16, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Professional Networking Organization Raises Holiday Spirits with Coat Drive for Kids
Westchester Networking for Professionals (WNFP) has announce their Annual Keep Our Kids Warm Program. For several years WNFP has shown their support to organizations within the Westchester County area to assist in organizing charitable donation campaigns. - November 16, 2012 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Wish Upon a Hero Foundation, with Help from a Star, Grants Wish of Jersey Boy with Tourette Syndrome
Country music star LeAnn Rimes personally funded a new iPad for 11-year-old Manahawkin boy whose previous computer was destroyed by a bully. - November 15, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome