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.
National Bike Tour for Childhood Cancer Research Arriving in Bergen / Rockland County
Woodcliff Lake Hilton, Woodcliff Lake, NJ Thursday May 24th, 5:00pm – 8:00 pm. Live Music by the Nerds with Open Bar, BBQ Dinner, Silent Auction. After party drink specials at Fire & Oak, 100 Chestnut Ridge Road, Montvale, NJ. - May 19, 2012 - Rally Foundation New York
World T.E.A.M. Sports Welcomes the USO as a Sponsor of the 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride
The USO, a private, nonprofit military support organization, has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 19, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Northeast Florida Counts Announces Change Agent Leadership Scholarship Presentation and Award Ceremony
In February the partners of Northeast Florida Counts launched the Change Agent Leadership Scholarship (CALS) to recognize students’ visionary aptitudes and leadership abilities to create a plan to transform a Northeast Florida community into a vibrant and healthy place to live, work, and play. On June 2, Northeast Florida Counts, a health-related quality of life data initiative of the Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida (501c3), will award a one-year, non-renewable scholarships. - May 19, 2012 - Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida
Scotts Valley Relay for Life: You Won't Forget It, You Won't Regret It
24-hour Event Embodies the Spirit of “One Day. One Night. One Community. One Fight,” May 19-20, 2012 - May 18, 2012 - San Lorenzo and Scotts Valley Relay for Life
The Dempster Foundation Casino Night All-Star Event Brings in More Than $350,000 for Families of Children with a 22q Disorder
Chicago Cubs, Celebrities and Musicians Turn Out to Help Ryan Dempster Raise Awareness About the Genetic Disorder 22q Deletion - May 18, 2012 - Dempster Family Foundation
Building Healthy Communities Workshop - Though the Development of a Flagler Community Health Center and Wellness Campus
Goal is to bring the community together to share thoughts, gather opinion and discuss ideas. - May 18, 2012 - Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida
Feed the Hungry San Miguel Dental Van Program Improves Health in Poor Rancho Communities
Some say no pain no gain, but judging from the faces of the children Feed the Hungry San Miguel/Patronato Pro Niños (PPN) serves from its Dental Van program with visiting Mexico City dentist Dr. Gilberto Mendez Lecanda, these children have learned to grin and bear it. They are remarkably... - May 17, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
Life Imitates “Art In The Campo” with Feed the Hungry San Miguel
On St. Patrick's Day, March 17, Feed the Hungry San Miguel Board members celebrated the opening of “Art in the Campo” at the Farjardo de Bocas primaria school off the Salida A Querétaro. Fajardo de Bocas is the perfect example of a school where the director, teachers, parents and children have enormous pride. The buildings and grounds are meticulously maintained. Not a scrap of trash is in sight. - May 17, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
The Founders Fund, Inc. Raises Over $340,000 for Scholarships
The biannual Ed Brennan Memorial Golf Tournament raised over $340,000 to help The Founders Fund continue to award collegescholarships to deserving Collier County students. - May 17, 2012 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
High Desert Adventure Awaits Disabled, Able-Bodied Competitors in World T.E.A.M. Sports’ 2012 Adventure TEAM Challenge
World TEAM Sports' Adventure TEAM Challenge near Fruita, Colo. features teams with disabled and able-bodied competitors. The Challenge includes 14 teams of five athletes who succeed through cooperatively working together to finish, not necessarily to win the race. - May 17, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
MeadWestvaco Joins as 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride Sponsor
World T.E.A.M. Sports announces that MeadWestvaco, one of the world's leading packaging solutions corporations, has joined as a sponsor of the Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors. - May 17, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
ORT America ''Lunch with an Artistic View" Raises $124,000 for Science Education in Israel
ORT America is Jewish organization committed to strengthening communities throughout the world by educating people against all odds and obstacles. A division of ORT, ORT America supports a global network of schools and training programs that reach throughout the United States, Latin America, Israel, Europe, the Baltic and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and Africa, fulfilling the dreams and aspirations of over 300,000 people in over 60 countries every year. www.ORTamerica.com - May 16, 2012 - ORT America
Miss America 2012 Laura Kaeppeler to be Honored by Paramus Foundation
In recognition of her work as a mentor for children of incarcerated parents, Miss America 2012 Laura Kaeppeler has been named one of three honorees at the 14th Annual Courage Awards Gala on June 12, 2012. - May 16, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Community Haven Receives a Contribution Towards Their Selby Preschool Renovations
Local real estate agency Generous Property contributes a portion of the proceeds from a recent sale towards the renovations of Community Haven's Selby Preschool in Sarasota County. - May 16, 2012 - Generous Property
SFV Rotary Clubs Support Charitable Works with Bingo Fundraiser
Valley Rotary Clubs sponsor a night of Bingo fun. Proceeds to go toward community projects and educational scholarships. - May 16, 2012 - Mid SFV Rotary Club
Gavin's Gusto Battles Against Health Care Constraints When Trying to Maintain Child's Quality of Life
Gavin has Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and needs a wheelchair accessible vehicle in order to enjoy activities outside his home. His family wants to give him the freedom he deserves, but health insurance doesn't cover the cost for this fundamental "need." Gavin Needs Our Help. - May 15, 2012 - Gavin's Gusto
Operation61 Launches Awareness Campaign
In response to the rapidly rising demand for child sex trafficking in the United States, Operation61 is launching a public awareness campaign this week that is designed to teach parents, guardians and concerned adults how to protect the children in their lives. The Business of Child Sex... - May 15, 2012 - Operation61
Goodwill Industries of Southern Nevada and Helping Hands of Vegas Valley Named Nevada Women’s Philanthropy 2012 Grant Finalists
After months of scrutiny, site visits and research Nevada Women’s Philanthropy’s Grant Screening Committee has narrowed this year’s record number of 43 applicants for this year’s $300,000 grant down to two finalists: Goodwill Industries of Southern Nevada and Helping Hands... - May 14, 2012 - Nevada Women's Philanthropy
Hep B United Philadelphia and Hepatitis B Foundation Announce Grand Prize Winner of “B A Hero” PSA Video Contest
Distinguished Panel of Judges Identify Finalist in PSA Video Contest to Help Save Lives and Stop Hepatitis B - May 13, 2012 - Hepatitis B Foundation
A Mother’s Day Salute to a Pair of Brain Tumor Survivors
A mother and her young daughter, both brain tumor survivors, know the best gift for Mother's Day. - May 13, 2012 - Children's Brain Tumor Foundation
HOMECorp of Montclair Named as Honoree at the Care Plus Foundation Courage Awards Gala
In acknowledgement of support provided to disenfranchised Montclair families and the local community, Homes of Montclair Ecumenical Corp (HOMECorp) has been announced as one of three honorees at the 14th Annual Courage Awards Gala on June 12th, 2012. - May 12, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
March to a Million...Care Packages
Military support charity, Operation Gratitude, is on its way to sending its one millionth individually-addressed care package and invites the public to join in on the March to a Million journey! - May 12, 2012 - Operation Gratitude
LAAR Hopes to Fulfill a Cancer Victim's Wish by Placing Her Four Beloved Cats in Loving Homes
L.A. Animal Rescue not only helps animals in need, but also comes to the assistance of people in need. Jill was one such person, whose dying wish was to see her four beloved cats placed in new homes. - May 11, 2012 - Los Angeles Animal Rescue
Charity Sells Car Tools with the Help of Sykes-Pickavant
Emotiv sales is a retail website run by Motov8, a registered charity that helps young people in Worcestershire. By purchasing the goods you require like Car Tools, Workshop Tools, Automotive tools, Car Diagnostic Tools, Mechanic Tools, Garage Equipment through them, you are also helping them to continue the services they provide. - May 11, 2012 - Emotiv Sales
Shore Thing Marketing, Inc.'s President Attends Operation Smile Event
President Rich Dinella represents Shore Thing Marketing, Inc. at an Operation Smile Benefit held in New York, NY. - May 11, 2012 - Shore Thing Marketing, Inc.
Captain Planet Foundation Names Leesa Carter Executive Director
Former U.S. Green Building Council Georgia Chapter Executive Director to Lead Environmental Education Foundation - May 11, 2012 - Captain Planet Foundation
The "Princess Chambers" Arrives at the Brooklyn Marriott
Designer gowns, teenage girls and the most anticipated event of the year – senior prom! On Saturday, May 12, 2012, young fashionistas from all over the New York area will descend on the Brooklyn Marriott for the 4th annual Princess Chamber’s “Prom Boutique!” Founded by... - May 10, 2012 - Princess Chambers
Virginia Women’s Center Makes Generous Donation and Commitment in Hanover County
Richmond-based women’s health practice rallies its physicians and staff to build a house on the 1.8 acres of land the practice has donated to Hanover Habitat for Humanity in response to housing needs. - May 10, 2012 - Virginia Women's Center
Silent Auction Items Sought for Fundaiser Benefiting Local Newlywed Diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Imagine marrying the man of your dreams; to have the wedding that you have always pictured in your head. Then, seven months later to have everything crumble right around you. That’s the reality that Jessica McCann faces every day as she was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma this past... - May 10, 2012 - Every Little Detail Wedding & Event Planning
Monroe Students Bring Healthcare to the Dominican Republic
Health abroad team visits villagers with medicine, screening, and guidance - May 09, 2012 - Monroe College
Casey Cares Foundation Helps Seriously Ill Children at Georgetown Hospital Celebrate Mother's Day
In addition to receiving new pajamas, the pediatric patients at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital will be able to "give back" to their mothers this year for Mother's Day when they create recipe card holders during a Casey Cares Kami's Jammies party. The Casey Cares Foundation... - May 09, 2012 - Casey Cares Foundation
Wounded Warriors from Our Nation’s Military to Cross the United States
World T.E.A.M. Sports’ Second Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride powered by State Farm® starts May 28th in San Francisco. 20 wounded warriors will ride 4,000 miles from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean. - May 09, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Chicago 3 Media to Present from Compass to Care's Fashion Flash Fashion Show Red Carpet
Kevin Grace from HGTV Design Star Season Six Will be Reporting on All of the Excitement on June 1st Beginning at 7pm - May 08, 2012 - Compass to Care
Windy City Live’s Ji Suk Yi to Serve as Master of Ceremonies for Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation’s Fashion Flash
Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation's Fashion Flash Fashion Show features Illinois State Troopers as the "fashion police" and Ji Suk Yi as Master of Ceremonies. - May 08, 2012 - Compass to Care
Dog Training Professionals Annual Conference
Dog obedience instructors and trainers will meet in Springfield, MO on May 12-13 for the 2012 Conference, sponsored by the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI). - May 07, 2012 - National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors
2012 Chicago Lighthouse Seeing What’s Possible Dinner Honors Former Mayor Richard M. Daley May 24
The 106-year-old agency will honor the Former Mayor for his work in making Chicago accessible for people with disabilities. Former Mayor Daley will give a keynote address at the Lighthouse's Annual Dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel. - May 06, 2012 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Inaugural Golf Outing Announced by Care Plus Foundation
Care Plus Foundation’s mission to decrease the stigma of mental illness and pave the way for access to care serves as the backdrop for a golf outing being held on October 15, 2012 at White Beeches Golf and Country Club in Haworth. - May 06, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Illinois Bar Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
Thirty-six law-related organizations are recipients of fiscal year 2012 grants totaling $330,000 - May 05, 2012 - Illinois Bar Foundation
Mano River States Upbeat Throughout Week-Long Celebration of World Press Freedom Day in Monrovia
Media Professionals from Sierra Leone and Côte d’Ivoire join their Liberian counterparts to celebrate gains and demand full freedom of the press in a week-long celebration of World Press Freedom Day. - May 04, 2012 - UNESCO ANTENNA OFFICE, MONROVIA
Amazing Spaces Storage Center Celebrated the Grand Opening of a 4th Store Located in the Houston Medical Center with a Donation to the Shriners Hospital for Children
Amazing Spaces, a leading provider of upscale self-storage solutions, celebrated the grand opening of its 4th store with an incredible party and gift to the Shriners Hospital for Children on April 20th. - May 03, 2012 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Support Groups for Kinship Caregivers Starting in Las Vegas
Local nonprofit Foster Kinship is starting free support groups for individuals who are raising their relative’s children in Clark County, NV. Foster Kinship was founded in December 2011 to help people who have taken on the difficult job of creating safe, loving homes for vulnerable children... - May 03, 2012 - Foster Kinship
Book “Einstein’s Table” Tells Story of Hepatitis B
“Einstein’s Table: The Search to Find a Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B,” by Kimberly Jungkind, Raises Awareness and Chronicles Hepatitis B Foundation’s Inspirational Story - May 03, 2012 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Volunteer-Led Computer Training Provides Digital Access for Thousands of Seniors in SF
Community Technology Network (www.ctbayarea.org) unites organizations and volunteers to transform lives through digital literacy, and has deployed 200 computers to increase seniors and adults with disabilities access to broadband in under-served communities. - May 03, 2012 - Community Technology Network
Hype Group Announces Formal Partnership with HBIF
Full-Service Agency to Provide Design and Marketing Services to Hispanic Business Initiative Fund - May 03, 2012 - Hype Group, LLC
The Texting Awareness Foundation Promotes Safe Driving with Breakfast Events Throughout May
National Youth Traffic Safety Month Hosted by Friendly’s, Every Saturday in May 2012 - May 03, 2012 - Texting Awareness Foundation
Prioritizing Play for Children: Non-Profit Organization KaBOOM! Announces 213 “Playful City USA” Communities
Today’s children spend less time playing outside than any previous generation, but 213 cities and towns earned recognition from national non-profit KaBOOM! as 2012 Playful City USA communities for their efforts to increase play opportunities for children. - May 03, 2012 - KaBOOM!
Mothers Who Make a Difference 2012 Seventh Annual Awards
May 13th is Mother’s Day. It’s a time when violence against children affects over 3 million children and when bullying and suicides are at an all-time high. Love Our Children USA announced the recipients of the Seventh Annual Mothers Who Make A Difference Awards, recognizing celebrity mothers for balancing motherhood, work and causes. - May 02, 2012 - Love Our Children USA
A Virtual Walk for a Cause
KiND Walk is a virtual walk anytime, anywhere using online technology and USB pedometer tracking method by simultaneously fundraising for a cause of choice. - May 02, 2012 - KiND Walk
London to Brussels via Bruges for Computer Aid International
The team are training hard. - May 02, 2012 - Brookcourt Solutions
Childcare Network of Evanston Hires New Executive Director
After an extensive search, the Board of Directors of Childcare Network of Evanston (CNE), an Evanston-based non-profit supporting quality early childhood education and child care, is pleased to announce the hiring of Andrea Densham as Executive Director, effective July 2, 2012. As CNE looks toward... - May 02, 2012 - Childcare Network of Evanston