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.
Author Dave Adamson Shares a Blueprint for Turning Online Church Services Into an Effective Ministry in His New Book "Metachurch"
Streaming a service online is the starting line for a church, not the finish line. When the COVID-19 pandemic forced churches around the world to temporarily close their doors, many church leaders experienced online services for the first time. It was possibly the biggest shift in the Church in... - April 07, 2022 - Dave Adamson
USA Track & Field Foundation and Healthy Kids Running Series Announce Partnership
Healthy Kids Running Series is excited to announce a partnership with the USA Track & Field Foundation for the new Run For All initiative. Run For All will bring the tried and true programming into underserved communities in urban areas, the Foundation is generously providing registration for... - April 07, 2022 - Healthy Kids Running Series
Charitable Giving in 2021 Increased 2.7% Over Unprecedented 2020 Levels
New Retained Donors up 26%, Despite Overall 5.7% Drop in Number of Donors - April 07, 2022 - GivingTuesday
Spectrum News NY1 Recognizes Joseph H. Girven, Executive Director Carnegie East House, as "New Yorker of the Week"
Spectrum News NY1 ran a feature story highlighting the considerable contributions of Executive Director, Joseph Girven, "New Yorker of the Week." The producers of the popular spot aim to highlight "local heroes" and Mr. Girven fit the bill. In March 2020, when the initial impact... - April 07, 2022 - Carnegie East House
Talcott Mountain Science Center Selects Jeffrey L. Martin as Next Executive Director
Talcott Mountain Science Center for Student Involvement, Inc. (TMSC) today announced that its board of trustees has selected Jeffrey L. Martin as its next Executive Director, effective July 1, 2022. Martin will succeed Jonathan R. Craig, who will retire from his executive director role after... - April 06, 2022 - Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy
PAWS NY Named an Official Charity Partner of the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon
Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY was named an Official Charity Partner for the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon, taking place on November 6. PAWS NY will be among the 500 official charity partners providing thousands of runners the opportunity to run in the world’s most popular... - April 06, 2022 - PAWS NY
Volunteer MBC Reveals Record Amount of Award Nominations for the 2022 Virtual V-Oscars
Volunteer MBC lists more than 70 award nominations in 16 categories for the 2022 Virtual V-Oscars, a great new record in the 12 year-history of Peel Region’s ultimate volunteer recognition event. - April 06, 2022 - Volunteer MBC
Charlotte Earth Day 2022 - All Together Now
Free and open to the community, Charlotte Earth Day 2022 will be Saturday, April 23, 2022 in First Ward Park. This will be an interactive, science-based, theatrically presented family learning celebration. - April 05, 2022 - Charlotte Earth Day 2020
April is Autism Action Month
Take action with Alpine Autism Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Participate in the 15th Annual "Run for the One" at America the Beautiful park on April 30, 2022. - April 04, 2022 - Alpine Autism Center
Junk Boss Junk Removal is Supporting Local Charity
Full-Service Junk Removal Company Set to Donate a Portion of Profits to Reboot Charity. - April 03, 2022 - Junk Removal Authority
Maplewood Closet Company Plans Donation to Support Local Military Families
Through their giveback program, Closets for a Cause, Saint Louis Closet Co. donates to local nonprofits. This April, a portion of their profit for the month will go to Operation Shower, whose mission is to host baby showers for St. Louis military families to ease the stresses of deployment and... - April 03, 2022 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
22 Year Breast Cancer Survivor Shines on the Catwalk to Bring Awareness to Genetic Testing
Crediting genetic testing and a persistent oncologist who kept recommending the testing at every checkup, Kathy is passionate about sharing the importance of genetic testing and how it saved her life. - April 01, 2022 - Say YES to Hope
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Launches Campaign to Benefit Local Teachers and Students
The Cal Coast Cares Foundation is kicking off a new campaign, Spark Success, to help provide local educator grants and student scholarships for college-bound high school seniors, current college students and former or current foster students in San Diego or Riverside counties. From April 1 through... - April 01, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Brandy Thibault Rocks the Runway to Illuminate Early Onset Colorectal Cancer
Brandy says, “Finding my purpose after cancer was extremely important and I have used it to help others my age; to make them aware that early onset colorectal cancer awareness is crucial.” - March 31, 2022 - Say YES to Hope
Brave Stage 4 Survivor Graces the Runway to Create Awareness for a Rare Liver Cancer
Theresa Mullins, who you would never guess is living with a rare and dangerous liver cancer, rocked the Dallas Fashion Gala runway with her son, Joshua Ellis. - March 31, 2022 - Say YES to Hope
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Selected for National Economic Study
Local nonprofit to participate in study that will quantify the impact of free diapers. - March 31, 2022 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Kyle Clanton Brings Colorectal Cancer Awareness to the Catwalk Modeling Blue Shoes
Early onset colorectal cancer is a burgeoning problem in the United States and one that deserves greater attention. Kyle Clanton and his wife, Arriane Emdad, recently created a conversation during the Dallas Fashion Gala by modeling the catwalk in blue, the official color for colorectal cancer. - March 30, 2022 - Say YES to Hope
Dora Enriquez Transforms the Runway to Shine a Light on Early Onset Colorectal Cancer
"Hope cannot be shattered. When we keep hoping, we keep living," shares Dora Enriquez. - March 30, 2022 - Say YES to Hope
Art for Children's Relief in Ukraine
Acclaimed artists David Burnett and Ashot Grigoryan are two of many artists dedicating pieces of art to raise funds through Neighbors Abroad and "kleine herzen." A special fundraising event will be held March 30, 2022, at 5 pm at Art Ventures Gallery in Menlo Park. 50-100% of the sales proceeds raise funds for the Ukraine Children's Relief Fund. Former Menlo Park Mayor and Council Member Ray Mueller and Jeanette Kissling from Neighbors Abroad will be present. - March 30, 2022 - Art Ventures Gallery
Knight in Shining Armor Sweeps Onto the Catwalk to Escort Stage 4 Cancer Survivor
Clay Thrash, country musician, took to the catwalk to gallantly escort one of the courageous stage 4 models, JoAnna Huoni, down the runway. - March 29, 2022 - Say YES to Hope
9th Annual Easter Day Eggstravaganza Hosted by T5 Foundation and Cohosted by the City of Miami Gardens
The T5 Foundation will host its 9th Annual Easter Day Eggstravaganza on Easter Sunday April 17, 2022. There will be games, rides, bounce houses, face painting, live performance, toddler Easter egg hunt and a helicopter egg drop. Don't miss this amazing family event, There will be something for the entire family to enjoy. - March 28, 2022 - T5 Foundation
Three-Time Major Champion and European Ryder Cup Captain, Internationally Renowned Golfer Pádraig Harrington Announces Patronage of the Irish American Partnership
In Harrington’s honor, the US-based non-profit launches a $250,000 investment in an outdoor play & learning program in Irish primary schools. - March 28, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
$150,000 in Cal Coast Cares Foundation Student Scholarships Available – Application Period Extended
The deadline for local students to submit scholarship applications has been extended to April 15, 2022 by the Cal Coast Cares Foundation. - March 26, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Ontario Non-Profit Org Announces Partnership with Mixed Martial Artist Johnny Case
North Bay’s Ignite CHANGE is a local non-profit - and the work that they do supporting athletes dealing with mental health issues (anxiety, depression, etc) is recognized across North America. Research highlighting sports leadership and the positive impact that it can have on players is something that Ignite CHANGE has become well known for. - March 25, 2022 - The GM's Perspective
The William Meredith Foundation is Pleased to Offer Two Events Celebrating National Poetry Month, April 2022
The William Meredith Foundation is pleased to celebrate National Poetry Month, April 2022 with two events. A poetry reading and book launch at the Granite Theatre (Granitetheatre.com, 1 Granite St., Westerly, RI 02891; Tel: 401-596-2341), April 22, at 8:00. Proof of vaccination or recent COVID... - March 24, 2022 - The William Meredith Foundation
San Diego Women Using LiDAR Drones to Honor the Resilience + Sacrifice of BIPOC Ancestors
“California is leading the nation, in a bipartisan way, on the issue of reparations and racial justice, which is a discussion that is long overdue and deserves our utmost attention,” says Governor Newsom. Projects like this, are how two California are blazing new paths. - March 24, 2022 - Our Genetic Legacy Inc.
New Patent for Deep Chemical Peels Revealed at “Peeling Around the World” Educational Session
International Peeling Society-USA to host in-person presentations on best practices in chemical peels during AAD’s Global Education Day at the Boston Convention Center on March 24 - March 21, 2022 - International Peeling Society-USA
Mosaics Fine Art Festival Awarded More Than $10,000 Grant
Missouri Arts Council presents Mosaics with $10,506, which is the largest grant the state agency has given the St. Charles fair to date. - March 20, 2022 - Mosaics Fine Art Festival
In Partnership with National Women’s Law Center, E11 Announces Launch of New NWLC.org Website
E11 Group has partnered with National Women’s Law Center to create and launch a new, state-of-the-art website for the organization. The new website, NWLC.org comes as demand for resources and information around gender justice remains high. “Our work fighting for gender justice through... - March 19, 2022 - E11
Culinary Fight Club Kicks Off Season IX in Charleston, SC at the Bay Street Biergarten
The national Food Sport series, Culinary Fight Club (CFC), today announced the first event of their Season IX competition will be in Charleston, SC. Bay Street Biergarten will be the host venue to this launch of the season in Charleston, SC on Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 3pm-7pm. - March 18, 2022 - Culinary Fight Club
The Bailey Foundation Launches Fresh Fun Markets, Provides Free Food in St. Louis for Those in Need
The Bailey Foundation is announcing the launch of their Fresh Fun Markets. In this extension of their Fresh Fun Meals program, the nonprofit organization will travel to participating schools outside of school hours. Students, their families, and the surrounding community can then shop, free of... - March 18, 2022 - The Bailey Foundation
Action For Good, a Do Good Initiative by Elpis at Hideout in Support of Charities and Nonprofit Organisations
Action For Good is a call to action to Do Good, for organisations and individuals. It is a series of events designed to raise awareness and funds, in support of charities and nonprofit organisations who are doing good. Everyone can make a difference, no matter how small the action. It is the... - March 17, 2022 - Elpis at Hideout Pte Ltd
MedPAC Report Projects Decreased Medicare Margins at 1.8% for Outpatient Dialysis Care
Report Notes Facilities Have Increased Home Dialysis Rates to Almost 30% - March 16, 2022 - Kidney Care Partners
GivingTuesday Announces Two New Board Members, Jeffrey L. Bradach and Sara Lomelin
GivingTuesday announces the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors, Jeffrey L. Bradach and Sara Lomelin, bringing the total number of board members to twelve. “GivingTuesday is a dynamic, evolving movement, and as we look forward to GivingTuesday’s next ten years and... - March 16, 2022 - GivingTuesday
JKS Financial Donates to United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania Through Rebound Rewards
Partnership aims to increase employment opportunities, financial security, and independent living for Pittsburgh community. - March 16, 2022 - JKS Financial
Charlottesville Ministry Expedites Aid to Ukrainian Refugees
Ukrainian refugees are receiving relief aid and safe accommodation in Eastern and Western Europe thanks to organizations assisted by Charlottesville ministry, Christian Aid Mission. In three emergency response centers, an organization in Spain is poised to take in refugees as the country expects to receive approximately 750,000 refugees from Ukraine. Those wanting a prompt and secure way to help Ukrainian refugees visit www.christianaid.org/helpukraine. - March 16, 2022 - Christian Aid Mission
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates Over $3,000 to St. Louis Cancer Patients
Through their giveback program, Closets for a Cause, Saint Louis Closet Co. officially donates $3,359.12 to the Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis. This nonprofit's mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained... - March 16, 2022 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
STEM Center for Strength Special Event - Recovery Over Time Panel
On 05.07.19, two students from STEM School Highlands Ranch, targeted students with gun violence, killing one 18-year-old male, Kendrick Castillo, and severely injuring eight other students. In response to the needs and request of this impacted community, STEM Center for Strength is hosting a panel, “Recovery Over Time,” with survivors of mass gun violence. The discussion will be centered around what trauma recovery looks like at different points of time from a survivor's perspective. - March 14, 2022 - STEM Center for Strength
Bury Nurseries Raise Thousands of Pounds for Local RSPCA Animal Shelter
The RSPCA Bury, Oldham & District were astounded to get a call from the manager of a local early year’s nursery to learn that over 120 children aged 3 months to 5 years had been raising funds for the shelter since September 2020 in response to the challenges caused by the pandemic. - March 14, 2022 - RSPCA Bury, Oldham & District Branch
Helping Ukrainian Refugees Through Soccer: Deploying Soccer Missionaries to Help Ukrainian Refugees in Poland and Slovakia
The International non-profit organization known as “The Global Foundation for Peace through Soccer,” plans to deploy a team of soccer missionaries to Poland and Slovakia soon. Those soccer missionaries expect to operate a series of free soccer clinics for the Ukrainian children who are... - March 12, 2022 - The Global Foundation for Peace through Soccer
Denver City and County Building Lights Red for Bleeding Disorders Awareness
The Denver City and County Building located at 1437 Bannock Street was lit in magnificent red lights the week of March 2-7 in honor of Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month (BDAM). With about 3 million people nationwide impacted, it is critical to bring awareness to the important health condition and to advocate for access to diagnosis and ongoing health care. - March 12, 2022 - National Hemophilia Foundation - Colorado Chapter
Femometer Donates Medical Equipment to NGOs Across U.S.
Femometer, a division of Lollipop Technology Hangzhou Co. Ltd. donates over 5,000 thermometers to a number of NGOs based in the U.S. to support medical supply shortages caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The list of NGOs who received donations includes CURE International, Food For The Poor, Famidi... - March 12, 2022 - Lollipop Technology Hangzhou Ltd. Co.
Leader Transition Institute Announces Four Board Members
New members will enhance the board’s outreach and service to US military service members and their spouses who are transitioning from active military service into the civilian sector. - March 11, 2022 - Leader Transition Institute
Vivian C. Dean Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Vivian C. Dean of Ellenwood, Georgia has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the nonprofit field. About Vivian C. Dean Vivian C. Dean is the founder of Success Leadership... - March 11, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Edison Mall Welcomes Spring with Their Inaugural Spring Fling
Activities invite local organizations and community members to welcome Spring to SWFL. - March 11, 2022 - Edison Mall
The Citizen Science Lab Receives $75,000 Moonshot Grant to Create Experimental STEM Libraries
Free volunteer-led community libraries will house science kits and experiments for children. - March 10, 2022 - The Citizen Science Lab
Black Belt Community Foundation Announces 2022 Community Grant Cycle
The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) is announcing its 2022 Community Grant Cycle. BBCF is looking for community-based organizations from Bullock, Choctaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, and Wilcox Counties. BBCF invites organizations based in and... - March 10, 2022 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Koope: First 2-Step "Skinimalism" Skincare Brand Eradicates Complicated Routines, Toxic Ingredients and is Strongly Purpose-Driven
One dollar from every Koope product sold supports anti-sex trafficking initiatives. - March 09, 2022 - Koope
Lidia Szczepanowski, Recent Winner of World Top Model™ Competition, Recognized as a Woman of the Month by P.O.W.E.R. - Professional Women of Excellence Recognized
Lidia Szczepanowski of Dix Hills, New York, selected as World Top Model Ms. 2022 in February, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for March 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of... - March 08, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
LCBM 2022 Spring Scholarships Awarded: an Investment in Our People
2020 Companies and the Louise and Christopher B. Munday Foundation partner to bring scholarships and educational opportunities to diverse communities nationwide. They have recently awarded seventeen scholarships to students attending 4-year colleges. - March 08, 2022 - 2020 Companies