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.
Forum for Hindu Awakening and Sunnyvale Hindu Temple Announce the First Ever Hinduism Summit (Hindu Dharma Sabha) in California
The aim of the Hindu Summit is to foster education about Hindu Dharma by bringing forth the unique science behind Hinduism concepts and practices, and bringing together Hindu leaders across USA to spread the message of Hinduism. - July 15, 2010 - Forum for Hindu Awakening
Jolkona Celebrates One Year Anniversary, Launches Improved Website
Jolkona celebrates first anniversary, $50,000 raised to date, and launches redesigned website that makes global giving simpler, more engaging. - July 15, 2010 - Jolkona
Rotary Club of Roseville Has Changing of the Guard
Loren Swanson will preside as President of the Rotary Club of Roseville for the 2010-2011 year. The year will be devoted to the Rotary International theme of “Building Communities-Bridging Continents” The Rotary Club of Roseville is a service organization with a motto of “Service... - July 15, 2010 - Rotary Club of Roseville
EFX Performance, Inc. Doing Their Part to Save the Sea
The oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has brought much attention to the delicate balance of the ocean. While many people are outraged by the tragedy, they may not realize the full impact the disaster will have on wildlife in the gulf. Besides oil spills, there are many other problems and concerns... - July 15, 2010 - EFX Performance, Inc
Friends for a Cure Hosting a Pub Crawl in Uptown to Fight Cancer
Friends for a Cure, a local Dallas non-profit group, announced today that they are hosting a Pub Crawl in the Uptown area on August 14, 2010 beginning at noon. Participants are organized into teams of five (5) and expect 175 teams to register. Each team will visit 4 bars based on their selected route. - July 14, 2010 - Friends for a Cure
First Hybrid Truck Arrives at the San Francisco Food Bank
New truck will allow the Food Bank to deliver an additional 8,500 pounds of food per month on a third less fuel. - July 13, 2010 - San Francisco Food Bank
NHS Launches Strength in Numbers Community Outreach Initiative
National Hotel Services (NHS) is proud to announce their first annual Strength in Numbers community outreach initiative. The Strength in Numbers campaign provides an opportunity for hospitality industry professionals and their families and friends to give back to underserved communities and underprivileged families providing true hospitality to those in need. - July 12, 2010 - National Hotel Services
Free Mental Health Programs in Five Languages Offered Through NAMI-OC
By offering Family-to-Family classes in Vietnamese, Korean, Spanish and Farsi/Persian, NAMI-OC and MECCA will be able to reach families who struggle with the day-to-day complexities of caring for a loved one with a serious mental health diagnosis. In addition, classes in Arabic will be added in January 2011. - July 11, 2010 - NAMI-OC
Hands on Training for Youth with Disabilities Strengthens Community Support Systems
Reap What You Sow: Harvesting Support Systems will be held July 29-31, 2010 in Raleigh, North Carolina at the North Raleigh Hilton. - July 10, 2010 - National Youth Leadership Network
EMM International Chairman Stephen White Gets on His Bike for Charity
Chairman of EMM International Stephen White takes part in both the London to Brighton Bike Ride in aid of the British Heart Foundation, and the London Bikeathon for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. - July 10, 2010 - EMM International
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Partners with Chuck E. Cheese
Lori K. Lee, founder of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (http://www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the nonprofit organization has partnered with Chuck E. Cheese (http://www.chuckecheese.com), located at 209 N. Berkeley Blvd. in Goldsboro, N.C. Through the partnership, Chuck E. Cheese will... - July 09, 2010 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Citymeals-on-Wheels and PAWS NY Announce Partnership
Citymeals-on-Wheels and PAWS NY, two nonprofit organizations in New York City, announce a new partnership to provide services to seniors with pets. - July 09, 2010 - PAWS NY
Veterans of Valor Holding an Online Auction for Bon Jovi Concert Package in Chicago
Veterans of Valor will be holding an online auction to benefit its mission beginning July 5, 2010 and running until July 22, 2010 at midnight. Included in the package are: - 2 VIP tickets to Bon Jovi with Special Guest Kid Rock at Soldier Field in Chicago, on Friday, July 30, 2010 - Deluxe... - July 08, 2010 - Veterans of Valor
Seminar on How to Start a Nonprofit and File for 501c3 Status to be Hosted by My Nonprofit Corner on July 17, 2010
Seminar details the most important aspects of building a viable nonprofit organization. - July 08, 2010 - My Nonprofit Corner
Feeding Pets of the Homeless Leads National Pet Food Drive
August 8-14 has been declared the first National Feeding Pets of the Homeless Week. The national organization, Pets of the Homeless, asks the public to locate a collection site in their community by visiting http://www.petsofthehomeless.org. Donations of pet food should be taken to one of the... - July 06, 2010 - Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Fusion Center Technology Workshop a Success
The second Fusion Center Technology Workshop was held June 8-9, 2010, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Fusion Center Technology Workshop was sponsored by the Global Justice Information Sharing Initiative (Global) and hosted by fusion center program representatives from the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Program Manager – Information Sharing Environment (PM-ISE). - July 06, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Troy CROP Hunger Walk Surpasses $375,000 in Total Funds for Local and World Hunger with Help of Wellco President
Two hundred fifty eight hunger fighting advocates representing 17 organizations walked to raise $19,023 for a total of nearly $385,000 in their 20-year span. - July 04, 2010 - Wellco Corporation
Impulse Decisions Puts Its Head Together with National Law Firm to Raise Money for Brain Injury Charity
A Yorkshire business man has teamed up with a national law practice to help raise money for a leading brain injury charity. The Leeds branch of Lyons Davidson Solicitors hosted a Black and White Charity Ball to support Headway Brain Injury Association, their nominated charity for the year,... - July 03, 2010 - Impulse Decisions
Northern Kentucky Based OMEGA Processing Celebrates $100K Sponsorship Milestone
Credit and debit card processing company hits goal in youth sports sponsorships. - July 03, 2010 - OMEGA Processing
Animal Refuge Center, Lee Memorial Hospital Trauma Center Receive Donations from Home-Tech, Customers
Southwest Florida air-conditioning and appliance sales and service leader Home-Tech and its customers donated $1,105 to Lee County’s Animal Refuge Center and $1,000 to Lee Memorial Hospital’s Trauma Center in May and June, respectively. The donations were part of Home-Tech’s... - July 03, 2010 - Home-Tech
AmpleHarvest.org Campaign Announces More Than 2,000 Food Pantries Now Registered at AmpleHarvest.org
Home gardeners now able to find a local food pantry in all 50 states. - July 02, 2010 - AmpleHarvest.org
Jewels in July Event to be a Gem of a Fundraiser for Heights Foundation
Provident Jewelry, Norman Love Confections team up for an evening of baubles, bubbles and bon bons to raise money for new center. - July 02, 2010 - Heights Foundation
Volunteers Needed: Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida Holding Volunteer Orientation July 21, 2010
Fundraising leaders and bilingual Wish granters are specially needed to attend the volunteer orientation and help to grant the wishes of ailing local children. - July 02, 2010 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida
Wockhardt Foundation Awarded ‘Pharma CSR Organization of the Year 2010’
Wockhardt Foundation wins the CSR award under the leadership of Huzaifa Khorakiwala who through his Human Values has created a team of dedicated warriors to work towards the upliftment of the poor weak and needy. - July 02, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation
Grillroom Benefit Raises $5,000 for Autism
Eden Autism Services Florida, Autism Speaks benefited from proceeds of wine dinner at Estero restaurant. - July 01, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida
American Cancer Society Annual "Relay for Life" Event Sponsored by Firstrade Securities Inc. Held in Flushing, NY Last June 12
The American Cancer Society held its annual Relay For Life event in Flushing, NY last June 12. Firstrade CEO John Liu, the event's major sponsor, gave a short speech to open up the festivities. - July 01, 2010 - Firstrade Securities, Inc.
Hattons Raceday Fundraising for the Steve Prescott Foundation
Haydock Racecourse is hosting a fabulous Race Day this summer on Saturday 17th July, and Hattons Solicitors are delighted to be sponsoring the whole event, during which they will be fundraising for the Steve Prescott Foundation. - July 01, 2010 - Hattons Solicitors
Eden Students Play in the Shade Thanks to Trinity Donation
Eden Autism Services Florida school improvement project selected as one of 39 to receive grant from Trinity by the Cove Episcopal Church’s Grant Commission. - July 01, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida
C&S Wholesale Grocers Joins Unified Grocers and Brand Coupon Network for ‘Coupons for Miracles’
Cause-Marketing Promotion Aims to Raise Funds for Children’s Miracle Network - June 30, 2010 - Brand Coupon Network,LLC
The Resource Exchange Hires Development Director
David Ervin, Executive Director of The Resource Exchange (TRE) announces that Jennifer Malenky joined The Resource Exchange (TRE) in May 2010 as Development Director. She holds an MBA in marketing and services management from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs as well as a B.A. in English... - June 30, 2010 - The Resource Exchange
Help Prevent Animal Suffering - Volunteers Needed
PEACE, a non-profit in Punta de Mita, Mexico, works do reduce the miserable cycle of ignored, unwanted animals through free spay and neuter clinics. Last year PEACE prevented 234,500,000+ unwanted animal births and is seeking volunteer help for an even greater impact. - June 30, 2010 - PEACE Mexico
Community Foundation Announces More Than $125,000 in Grants Awarded from the Senior Engagement Program
Grants awarded to provide resources that will help address fundamental issues of aging by creating a more vibrant and healthy region – one that better engages, respects and supports our older population and multi-generational issues. - June 30, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction Will Make Wishes Come True, Volunteer Committee Members Needed
Volunteers with event planning skills are needed to organize the P.O.L.O Club Bachelor and Bachelorette Auction, with all proceeds to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. - June 30, 2010 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida
Get Efficient Awarded Prestigious Honor for Excellence from Advanced Solutions International
Get Efficient was inducted into the 2009 Chairman’s Circle by Advanced Solutions International (ASI) at its recent 12th Annual iNNOVATIONS Partner Conference held in Austin, Texas. The honor recognized Get Efficient’s outstanding overall performance with regards to implementing iMIS software through the efficient use of tools and technology. - June 29, 2010 - Get Efficient
Nashville Singer-Songwriter Ken Harrell Named Featured Summer 2010 Angel Artist
The Michelle’s Angels Foundation Inc. (MAF) today announced its fourth designated featured Angel Artist: Ken Harrell of Nashville. Harrell follows singer-songwriters Kim Parent, Nicole Witt and TonJa Rose as a featured musical artist on the foundation’s website. Visitors to the... - June 29, 2010 - Michelles Angels Foundation
TransNational Bankcard Announces New Charitable Division of Operations
TransNational offering churches, charities, and religiously affiliated 501c3’s Credit Card Services at its cost. - June 28, 2010 - TransNational Payments
Students with Autism Enjoyed Day at Walt Disney World After Raising Own Fun
Seven students enrolled in Eden Autism Services Florida’s school for children with autism enjoyed a day at Walt Disney World and night at a resort hotel this month, thanks to money they raised themselves. Eden teacher Staci Thompson found instructions to make “cookie jars”... - June 27, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Local Dealership Helps Drive Fundraising Support for Childs Park
Local car dealership in Meredith gives to cause of rebuilding town park. - June 27, 2010 - Friends of Meredith Parks and Recreation
Actress Lynn Whitfield Announced as Special Guest at Pink Ladder Gala
Emmy winner Lynn Whitfield to speak during Pink Ladder's Annual Step Up Conference Event in Las Vegas. - June 25, 2010 - Pink Ladder
2010 American Veterans Disabled for Life Silver Dollar Honors Nation's Military Heroes
Surcharges From Sales of Commemorative Coin Authorized to Support Construction of American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial in Washington, D.C. - June 25, 2010 - American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
Nourishing USA, is Going Above and Beyond for Their Clients
Nourishing USA, along with its staff and volunteers have been working overtime to make certain their community food program wins grant funding from Post Foods. - June 25, 2010 - Nourishing USA
Over 100 Influential Colorado Business Leaders Attend Market Strategies Event
Denver-based non-profit, Colorado Thought Leaders Forum (CTLF), hosted their 2010 Signature Event, "Market Strategies For The New Economy" last month. The event took place at the Infinity Park Event Center in Glendale, CO, with over 100 business leaders in attendance. - June 24, 2010 - comCables
Friends Forever Hosts Israel's Boston Consul-General
Friends Forever, a 501(c)(3) global non-partisan advocacy and awareness organization dedicated to world peace, yesterday hosted Israeli Consul-General to New England, Nadav Tamir at The Hundred Club in Portsmouth, NH to discuss the important role that Friends Forever plays in fostering peace in the Middle East. - June 24, 2010 - Friends Forever USA
Firm to Provide Website Grants for Non-Profit Organizations
Cozality, web design and development firm to the non-profit sector, announced today the provision of a limited website grants program for qualifying non-profit organizations. The grant, which aims to help alleviate the effects of the global recession on philanthropic organizations, provides 50%... - June 24, 2010 - MediaTown Marketing
San Francisco Food Bank Board Member Gary Max Maxworthy Wins National Jefferson Award
Maxworthy honored with the “Nobel Prize of Public Service” for creating a program that distributes 80 million pounds of produce to California’s three million residents at risk of hunger - June 24, 2010 - San Francisco Food Bank
Annual Auction Raises $270,000 for Support Program for Siblings of Seriously-Ill Children
"SIBSPlace has exceeded its mission of extending a loving and caring hand that helps families and children cope with the overwhelming stress and turmoil that results when a loved one is seriously ill,” said Joseph A. Quagliata, president and CEO. - June 24, 2010 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Lupus Research Institute Extols Power of Scientific Innovation at International Lupus Congress
Supports Bold and Pioneering Exploration in Lupus and Autoimmunity - June 23, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
Lupus Research Institute Underscores Urgent Need for Research in Pediatric Lupus at International Lupus Congress
LRI National Coalition Backs Programming on Lupus in Children and Adolescents - June 23, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
Kaboomfest and United Way of Monmouth County Announced Winners of "Tough Times Can’t Take Away Our Sparkle & Shine" Essay Contest for Monmouth County Students
In an effort to give back to the community, KaBoom Fireworks on the Navesink! (KaBoomFest) and The United Way of Monmouth County teamed up this year to present an essay contest open to all Monmouth County students in grades 5 through 12. The premise of the essay contest was for student’s to... - June 23, 2010 - KaBoom Fireworks on the Navesink
Neves Jewelers and Michele Watches Sign on as Official Kaboomfest! Countdown Sponsors
KaBoomFest! Is pleased to announce that Neves Jewelers and Michele Watches have signed on as the Official KaBoomFest! Countdown Sponsors for 2010. To view the Countdown to KaBoomFest! visit wwwkaboomfest.org. “Neves Jewelers and Michele Watches are proud to be the first Official Countdown... - June 23, 2010 - KaBoom Fireworks on the Navesink