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.
Two Lupus Research Institute Scientists Deliver Breakthrough Research
The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) today announced findings of two studies demonstrating the power of its focus on innovation to drive discovery in lupus by backing potentially groundbreaking ideas that are typically too early or too novel for mainstream support. - August 17, 2011 - Lupus Research Institute
MedBank Proudly Announces Changes to Its Savannah Program
MedBank Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization that helps chronically ill, un- and underinsured residents obtain free medications from pharmaceutical companies, proudly announces recent improvements to its Savannah program. - August 17, 2011 - MedBank Foundation, Inc.
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Voted Best Charity by Triangle East Magazine
Readers of Leading Lifestyle Magazine for Eastern Wake and Johnston Counties Rank Local Nonprofit as No. 1 in Annual Poll - August 17, 2011 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
The Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Texas Invites Supporters to Donate "Pennies from Heaven" at jcpenny, Denton, Texas
Campaign Seeks Donations of Change to Benefit Denton County Youth - August 16, 2011 - Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Texas
Finally a World Record
After two years of attempts the World Record Academy recognizes the World Record. - August 15, 2011 - Dream Boats Global
S.L.E. Lupus Foundation Brightens Days for 40 New York City Kids with Lupus and Their Families with Free Week at Camp Sunshine
40 New York City children and teens with lupus and their families converge on Camp Sunshine for Lupus Week hosted by the S.L.E. Lupus Foundation. Located on Lake Sebago in Maine, Camp Sunshine offers the only program in the nation to address the impact of a life-threatening illness on every member of the immediate family. The S.L.E. Lupus Foundation raises private funds to send families selected by eligibility and need to Camp Sunshine each summer. - August 15, 2011 - S.L.E. Lupus Foundation
Foundation for a Drug-Free South: Crushing the Scourge of Drugs Across Tennessee
Director of the Foundation for a Drug-Free South is challenging the way people think about drugs in this society. - August 14, 2011 - Drug Free South
Connect To Charity Introduces the Most Affordable Model in Online Fundraising in the Nonprofit Industry
Connect To Charity is an innovative online business enabling donors, fundraisers, nonprofits and volunteers to donate, fundraise, review, promote, and stay connected with their favorite non profits. Promote your cause for Free with Connect To Charity. - August 14, 2011 - Connect To Charity
Groundbreaking Down Syndrome National Poll: Americans Want More Funding
A Poll Conducted by Kupersmit Research on behalf of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation found strong backing for government programs that provide education and training for people with Down syndrome, support for their families and research into the condition. - August 13, 2011 - Global Down Syndrome Foundation
Holocaust Memorial Center to Honor Lauren & Sam Bienenstock at 27th Anniversary Dinner, Sept. 18
Annual fundraising event to honor Lauren and Sam Bienenstock of Bienenstock Court Reporting & Video for their dedication and commitment to the center. Award-winning independent filmmaker and television editor Sharon Rennert will be keynote speaker. - August 13, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Richard Hipp to Speak at Triangle Technology Executives Council August 17 Executive Lunch Briefing
Guest Speaker is Creator of SQLite Database Engine - August 13, 2011 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
Guelph City Councillor Supports First Annual Walk for PKD in September
Todd Dennis will participate in the PKD Foundation of Canada’s nation-wide efforts to raise more than CDN$60,000 for research on polycystic kidney disease in 2011. - August 13, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Arab Youth Media Forum Commemorated International Youth Day
Honorary Member of Arab Youth Media Forum and External Relations Advisor for the Arab Non- Violence Society Dr. Naseer Homoud’s statement on International Youth Day. He maintained that successful models of youth participation should be adapted and replicated to specific political and socio-economic realities. - August 13, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Neighborly Greetings Assists Local Families in Need with Food Drive for Central Kitsap Food Bank
Families are in need all year round, and Neighborly Greetings wants to help by sponsoring a food drive for the Central Kitsap Food Bank. - August 12, 2011 - Neighborly Greetings
MyMediaInfo Celebrates Five Years with $25,000 Subscription Giveaway
Five non-profit organizations to be selected to receive one-year subscription. - August 11, 2011 - RedEgg Solutions, Inc.
The IJIS Institute Advisory Council Formed
Sustaining Members to lead the way to progress in public safety, justice and homeland security - August 11, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Minneapolis Jewish Federation Community Campaign Raises $11.6 Million
The Minneapolis Jewish Federation 2011 Community Annual Campaign raised $11.6 million in support of programs and services that benefit the Minneapolis Jewish community, Israel and Jewish communities around the world. From creating an inclusive, welcoming and vibrant Jewish community to helping people in financial crisis feed their families, pay their rent and get back on their feet, donations through the Federation Community Annual Campaign are making a world of difference. - August 11, 2011 - Minneapolis Jewish Federation
Kids Wish Network On Tour Brings “Miles of Smiles” of Toys to Yazoo City
National children’s charity, Kids Wish Network recently joined forces with Yazoo City Mayor McArthur Straughter along with other city and county officials to bring joy to local children in need through Kids Wish Network On Tour, a ground-breaking program designed especially to help children... - August 10, 2011 - Kids Wish Network
Toastmasters District 83 Installs Executive Officers and District Council at Annual Hail and Farewell Celebration
Toastmasters District 83 installed Lisa Pantano, DTM as District Governor at their annual Hail & Farewell Brunch held at the Ramada Inn Conference Center in East Hanover. As the 2011-2012 District Governor, Lisa succeeds Tom Somers, DTM (2010-2011 Governor) of Toastmasters District 83. As part... - August 08, 2011 - Toastmasters District 83
Join the 8th Annual Walk-Along for Lupus
The Lupus Alliance of America LIQ Affiliate, the only resource on Long Island for those living with lupus will be holding their 18th Annual Walk-Along for Lupus on Sunday, October 16th, 2011. - August 07, 2011 - The Lupus Alliance of America LI/Q Affiliate
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Awarded $5,000 Grant by Golden State Foods Foundation
McDonald’s Distributor Supports Local Nonprofit - August 07, 2011 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
CESI Debt Solutions Partners with United Athletes Foundation to Help Families Struggling with Debt
UAF reaches communities across the country through foundations sponsored by more than 90 professional athletes. - August 07, 2011 - CESI Debt Solutions
Female Facial Plastic Surgeon Opens Practice in Beverly Hills
Board-Certified, Dr. Kimberly Lee, a female facial plastic surgeon, has opened the Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgery Center. Dr. Lee specializes in facial plastic surgery for women and men, in the areas of rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, facial rejuvenation, facelifts, ethnic plastic surgery, Asian... - August 06, 2011 - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgery Center
Trust for Architectural Easements Recently Provided a Private Garden Tour of the Belnord Courtyard in New York City
The Trust for Architectural Easements is one of the nation's largest not-for-profit organizations dedicated to voluntary preservation through easement donations. The Trust recently provided a private garden tour of one of New York City's grand old palatial apartment building courtyards. The... - August 06, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
National Night Out Celebrates with Foundation for a Drug-Free South
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South participated in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs and giving lecture presentations to the community. - August 06, 2011 - Drug Free South
New Website Features 8 Ways to Help Charities in the Philippines
PhilippineCharities.com features "8 Simple Ways For Powerful Giving" to the Philippines. It includes Donations, Wish Lists, CSR Programs, Payroll Pledges, E-Cards, Share Site, Sponsors Support, and a special portal to online shopping sites that donate when purchases are made. - August 06, 2011 - Crinnovent Corp.
AmpleHarvest.org Named Top 25 Finalist in the Third Annual "Stay Classy" Philanthropic Awards Competition
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative enabling thousands of food pantries to receive excess garden produce nominated for “Most Effective Awareness Campaign By A Charity” award. - August 05, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Orderly Chic’s Giveback Week Giveaway to Launch This Week
Starting July 25th Orderly Chic will be launching “The Giveback Giveaway” where lucky winners can walk away with $1,000 in merchandise to help raise funds for the cause of their choice. - August 05, 2011 - Orderly Chic, Inc.
Highlight Homes of Atlanta Seeks Partners to Aid Victims of Minot Flood
Georgia Developer and Builder Responds to Request from North Dakota Native to Assist with Rebuild - August 05, 2011 - Highlight Homes, LLC
Wishing Well Intl. Foundation Challenges the Water Purification Industry to Show Their Support - Commits to Raising $30,000 to Honor the Memory of Rachel Beckwith
www.wishingwellintl.org - Rachel Beckwith was just 9 years old when she died in July; however her thirst for bringing clean drinking water to people in need must live on. Rachel was taken off life support on Saturday July 24 after she sustained fatal injuries in a 14-vehicle pile up near her home... - August 04, 2011 - Wishing Well International Foundation Inc.
Xclaiming an Extraordinary Life in an Ordinary World
As part of their on-going outreach, Xclaimed Ministries provides another concert in the park for the community. Providing toys and bicycles to the children and free food for everyone. - August 03, 2011 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Fresh Start Community Services/ Mens Warehouse National Suit Drive 2011
From now until August 31, Fresh Start Community Services, Inc is partnering with Men’s Wearhouse to help disadvantaged job seekers get a boost of self-confidence during the fourth annual National Suit Drive. - August 03, 2011 - Fresh Start Community Services
Connector Supplier, BTC Electronic Components, to Participate in Annual Bike MS Event for 9th Straight Year
BTC is proud to be sponsoring a cycling team for the 9th year to ride in the National MS Society's Bike MS 150 in New Bern, NC on September 10th & 11th. Riders include members of their executive management team. - August 03, 2011 - BTC Electronic Components, Inc.
Cherry-Roubaix Charity Ride Sets Goal of $10,000 to Benefit Cancer Survivors During August 12-14 Family Event in Traverse City
Cherry-Roubaix, presented by Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C., invites friends and family to demonstrate like-minded inspiration and together raise $10,000 for cancer survivors by participating in the Cherry-Roubaix Charity Ride on Saturday, August 13. The 4th Annual Cherry-Roubaix that delivers the... - August 02, 2011 - Cherry-Roubaix
peggsit Volunteer Section Goes Live
peggsit Volunteer Section goes live, becomes the Bay Area’s go-to community for volunteer opportunities. - August 02, 2011 - peggsit
PeaceTrees Vietnam Co-Founder to be Honored
Jerilyn Brusseau is one of four recipients of the Seattle Storm’s annual Women of Inspiration Award. - July 30, 2011 - PeaceTrees Vietnam
HotSpring World Donates Hot Tub to Girl with Rare Genetic Disorder
Leading UK hot tub and spa supplier HotSpring World has donated a hot tub to provide hydrotherapy at home for an 18 month old Nottinghamshire girl with a rare genetic disorder. - July 30, 2011 - HotSpring World
Country Recording Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform at Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund Pink Penguin Bash
Country music recording artist, Lisa Matassa, will make an appearance and perform at tomorrow night’s 1st annual Carol M. Baldwin Pink Penguin Bash for Breast Cancer research and awareness. - July 29, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Region’s BioScience Leaders Step Up to the Plate to Fight Hunger
“We are grateful to Bill DeWitt and the St. Louis Cardinals for the opportunity to showcase our region’s expertise in bioscience and to educate people of all ages about our efforts to find solutions to critical issues such as world hunger and energy independence,” said William H. Danforth, chair Danforth Plant Science Center. “I hope fans will attend the game on August 28 and also participate in the World Food Day commemoration on October 14 & 15.” - July 29, 2011 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
CORDURA® Brand Business Supports Gear to Grow at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2011
Official Gear Collection Site for Gear to Grow at CORDURA® brand booth - July 29, 2011 - CORDURA (R) Fabrics
Orange County Canstruction Event Back for 4th Consecutive Year
One of the most visually stunning demonstrations of talent and creativity within the architectural and engineering communities will provide a much‐needed source of food for the Orange County Food Bank, which services the more than 500,000 Orange County residents who are food insecure. - July 28, 2011 - Orange County Canstruction
New York Artist Judith Gwyn Brown Creates Fine Art Portraits of Pets for Charity
Portion of proceeds go to P.A.W.S. of the Vineyard to help island's needy animals. - July 28, 2011 - Judith Gwyn Brown
It’s Just Benign Achieves 5 Star Rating on GreatNonprofits
It’s Just Benign, Inc. announced this week that they achieved a 5 Star Ranking on the GreatNonprofits web site. It’s Just Benign, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission to provide information, support, and a means of communication for those diagnosed with benign brain tumors. - July 28, 2011 - It's Just Benign, Inc.
Fundraising Consultants at The Fundraising Resource Group Launch New Website, www.thefundraisingresource.com
The fundraising consultants at The Fundraising Resource Group are pleased to announce the launch of their new website at www.thefundraisingresource.com that provides information on the fundraising services and marketing for capital campaigns, major gifts programs, fundraising training and other... - July 28, 2011 - The Fundraising Resource Group
IntelliSparx Continues the “iSparx Cares” Campaign by Helping New Non-Profit
As part of its on-going community giving, IntelliSparx has donated a free website to the Meals-on-Wheels Visionaries in Philanthropy group that recently started. - July 28, 2011 - IntelliSparx LLC
Accessory Power Supports Pandas International by Raising Awareness of the Organization and Running Fundraiser
Accessory Power supports the nonprofit organization in efforts to preserve the Giant Panda and its habitat. - July 28, 2011 - Accessory Power
Community Rallies to Break Eden Autism 5k and Fun Run Fundraising Record
Eden Autism Services’ 8th annual Eden Autism 5k Race and 1-Mile Fun Run, sponsored by Munich Re, took place on July 17th and broke last year’s fundraising record with $125,000 in net proceeds. Held at the Princeton Forrestal Village, the morning was filled with plenty of fun and... - July 27, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Akhbarna Conferred Man of the Year Award-2010 to Dr. Naseer Homoud
Dr. Naseer Homoud was felicitated by Akhbarna with its Man of the Year Award-2010 in Jordan. Dr. Homoud, earlier this year, was announced as elected nominee for this award after bagging highest votes for the award in the polls conducted by Akhbarna. - July 27, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
UCAAN Prepares for 3rd Annual Charity Date Auction (Updated Info)
Fun-Raiser: Charity date auction to help raise money for local 501c3 whose goal is to aid cancer survivors now. - July 27, 2011 - United Cancer Advocacy Action Network
Wisconsinmade.com Sends Troops a Taste of Wisconsin with Operation Gratitude Donation
The online gift store, Wisconsinmade.com and the non-profit organization, Operation Gratitude team up to send care packages to deployed US troops. - July 27, 2011 - Wisconsinmade.com