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.
Celebrity Waiter Dinner Served Up Fun to Benefit the Heights Foundation
Local “celebrity” waiters were loud, unruly, and even outlandish at times, but they did the job serving up food and fun at the Heights Foundation’s sold-out Celebrity Waiter Dinner held June 14 at the Sunshine Seafood Cafe & Lounge in Fort Myers. The event raised more than... - June 23, 2010 - Heights Foundation
NetHope Welcomes Pact as Its 31st Member
NetHope’s expanding membership improves collaboration and access to technology. - June 23, 2010 - NetHope
Brandspa Scores Big for NonProfit Client NJCTS
$50,000 Grant secured from Pepsi Refresh Online Giving Project. - June 23, 2010 - Brandspa LLC
Balfour Beatty Construction Receives 2009 Mayor’s International Community Award for Local Corporate Citizenship
Balfour Beatty Construction was honored in May for its volunteerism and corporate philanthropy with a 2009 Mayor’s International Community Award from the Charlotte International Cabinet and the Mayor’s office. The award recognizes the philanthropic giving and other forms of support that... - June 22, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Record Number of Sponsors Raise $25,000 for Denver Inner City Youth at comCables Charity Event
Another sign of the improving economy, in excess of $25,000 was raised for two Denver inner-city youth programs last week at the 8th Annual comCables Charity Golf Tournament held at the Fox Hollow Golf Course in Lakewood, CO. All of the money raised benefited two programs, Here’s Life Inner... - June 22, 2010 - comCables
Unified Grocers Partners with Brand Coupon Network for ‘Coupon for Miracles’ Initiative
Cause-Marketing Promotion Aims to Raise Funds for Children’s Miracle Network - June 22, 2010 - Brand Coupon Network,LLC
12 Famous Designers Creates Bikes for the Planet with One Heart Channel
Because now Sustainable development has become a lifestyle and a source of daily inspiration, because beauty and fashion can help spread the word in a very attractive way, several big names in fashion such as Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, Jean-Claude Jitrois, Jerome L'Huillier, Kenzo Takada, Marithe and Francois Girbaud, Ylan Anoufa, Swarovski by On Aura Tout Vu or Antik Batik have kindly agreed to support the operation Be Cycle & Fashion. Daily reports and bikes pictures on www.oneheartchannel.com. - June 21, 2010 - one heart channel
Call for Donations to Aid Thousands in Need in Kyrgyzstan
Counterpart International is making an urgent call for donations to aid victims of the recent outbreak of civil violence in southern Kyrgyzstan. Counterpart’s Humanitarian Assistance Program has already released U.S. Department of State-funded disaster relief packages valued at more than... - June 20, 2010 - Counterpart International
SAFE Haven for Cats Offers a Delicious Fundraiser
Sweet Tomatoes Raleigh gives local charity the chance to earn money the fun way. - June 20, 2010 - SAFE Haven for Cats
Knowlagent Continues Commitment to MUST Ministries by Serving Lunch to Area Homeless and Their Families
Employees continue culture of service by providing lunch to residents at local shelter. - June 20, 2010 - Knowlagent, Inc.
NPSA Planning Portable Storage Industry Insurance Product
The National Portable Storage Association is seeking a test group of portable storage companies to help develop an insurance product tailored for the industry’s specific needs. - June 20, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
"Love Simple," S.L.E. Lupus Foundation Donation Drive Drawing to a Close
June 21 Last Day for 30% of Sales on iTunes to Help Raise Funds, Awareness for Lupus - June 19, 2010 - S.L.E. Lupus Foundation
The Jimmy McDaniels Foundation Forms to Save the Music in Higher Education
Establishes scholarship programs at Butler University and Miles College for minority instrumental musicians. - June 19, 2010 - The Jimmy McDaniels Foundation, Inc.
New Hamner-UNC Study Predicts Risk for Adverse Drug Reactions
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org), an independent, nonprofit organization that offers an open, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach to translational biomedical research, has announced that researchers at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and the... - June 19, 2010 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
WaterCan & Aveda Canada Earth Month Campaign Meets Goal to Support Clean Water for Africa
AVEDA network in Canada raises $325,000 to benefit Canadian water charity, WaterCan. - June 19, 2010 - WaterCan
Workshop: Equipping Nonprofits for the "New Normal"
The workshop, to be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on June 24 at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh, will offer practical advice to help nonprofits evaluate current programs and operations, strengthen strategic plans, and diversify and solidify their financial footing. - June 19, 2010 - Philanthropy Journal
100,000+ Letters for Troops Collected in May
Operation Gratitude and BJ’s Wholesale Club Collect More Than 100,000 Letters for Troops During Military Appreciation Month. - June 19, 2010 - Operation Gratitude
Millennium Cities Initiative, Johnson & Johnson and the American Academy of Pediatrics Launch Maternal and Neonatal Health Care Program in Sub-Saharan Africa
Johnson & Johnson-backed training based on American Academy of Pediatrics’ new neonatal resuscitation program, Helping Babies BreatheSM. - June 18, 2010 - Millennium Cities Initiative
Disaster Packages Arrive in Kyrgyzstan to Aid Victims of Civil Violence
Early this week, responding to thousands in need, stemming from recent violent clashes in southern Kyrgyzstan, Counterpart International released pre-positioned, disaster packages funded by the U.S. Department of State. Working with the U.S. Embassy and the Kyrgyz Ministries of Health and Emergency... - June 18, 2010 - Counterpart International
The Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island Raises $125,000 at Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament
EFLI is pleased to announce the success of their 23rd annual Golf Tournament, which raised $125,000 to support educational programs about epilepsy. - June 18, 2010 - Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island
University Christian Church Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Recognized as one of the oldest churches in Los Angeles, University Christian Church celebrates 100 years with a weekend anniversary party. The weekend party is on Saturday, June 26, 2010 and Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 5831 West Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045. “Our mission... - June 17, 2010 - University Christian Church
Avanta Runs for It
For the second year running, employees from Hammersmith-based Avanta Managed Offices will be putting their best foot forward to take part in a 5.6Km race to help raise funds for the UK’s leading children’s medical research charity, Sparks, as part of the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge... - June 17, 2010 - Avanta
Charity Book Sale to Benefit Classrooms
4,000+ popular used books will be sold June 23-25 at prices of $0.50 and $1.00 to benefit public classrooms around the country. - June 16, 2010 - McKenzie Books, Inc.
Riverside Zumba Anniversary Bash to Benefit Inland Empire Olive Crest
T3 Fitness Energy is having a major fitness bash to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Riverside Zumba and the official launch party for Riverside R.I.P.P.E.D. on July 9, 2010 beginning at 6:30PM. More importantly, the event supports “Make A Difference to Children Month” and 100% of... - June 16, 2010 - T3 Fitness Energy
Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology Sponsors Charlotte Golf Tournament Benefiting Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Golf tournament raises $67,500 for diabetes research. - June 16, 2010 - Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
Transportation Analyst, Andy Ahern Breaks Tradition for St. Mary’s Food Bank; Calls on Trucking Industry for Summer Food Drive
Harsh economic conditions motivate local trucking and logistics consultant to double regular, holiday food drive efforts by asking trucking community to help replenish St. Mary’s diminishing food supply. - June 16, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Counterpart Delivers Assistance to Tajiks Affected by Flooding
Counterpart International, through the U.S. Department of State’s Operation Provide Hope Program, delivered $277,614 worth of non-food items to the Committee of Emergency Situations and Civil Defense (CoES) and Central District Hospital of Kulyab City on May 12, 2010. The new beds, bedding... - June 16, 2010 - Counterpart International
DoJiggy Launches Fundraising Resource Center - Providing Free Tools, Templates and Guidelines for Fundraising Campaigns
Online fundraising software provider, DoJiggy, launches a fundraising resource center offering tools, templates, tips and guidelines to help non-profit and community organizations plan and execute fundraising campaigns. - June 15, 2010 - DoJiggy
AnchorageGrapevine.com Announces Launch of It's Website
AnchorageGrapevine.com is part of a Nationwide Network of Grapevine Communities. Now there is a Grapevine for Anchorage and Eagle River areas: AnchorageGrapevine.com. - June 14, 2010 - Anchorage Grapevine.com
Women On The Move Launches Profit/Non-Profit Grant Writing Seminar Tour
Women On The Move & the KARS Consulting Group Partner to Offer Empowerment Tour-- $10,000 in Grants to be Awarded to Women-focused Startups - June 14, 2010 - Women On The Move, Inc.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Announces 2010 Man & Woman of the Year Campaign Winners
Fundraising campaign benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society raises a record $803,000 for blood cancer in it's 20th anniversary year. - June 13, 2010 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Greater San Francisco Bay Area Chapter
Join a D.A.M.N. Good Cause (Dogs, Amputees, Motorcycles and Neighbors) Promoting Safety and Accident Awareness - Key Sponsors for This 1st Year Event Still Needed
All ages event promoting drivers and motorcycle safety and accident awareness. This years proceeds go to The Betty Jordan Relief Fund (a motorcycle accident amputee survivor), Abate of Indiana, and Indiana K9 search and Recovery Dogs. Date: Saturday, July 24, 2010 Time: 3:00pm - 11:00pm Location: Indiana State Fairgrounds Celebration Park Visit www.adamngoodcause.org often for updates and more information. Do a damn good thing! - June 13, 2010 - D.A.M.N. Good Cause Inc.
Wockhardt Foundation Celebrates Service Commitment Day on 5th & 7th June with Zest, Energy & Activities
Dedicated warriors of Wockhardt Foundation across all sites, celebrated Service Commitment Day on 5th & 7th of June, in a unique fashion. US operations in both Morton Grove Pharmaceuticals and Wockhardt USA New Jersey conducted a food drive for local food banks that serve the poor, weak &... - June 13, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation
Romantic Comedy Film "Love Simple" Donating Proceeds to S.L.E. Lupus Foundation
June 14—June 21, 30% of Sales on iTunes Will Help Raise Funds, Awareness for Lupus - June 12, 2010 - S.L.E. Lupus Foundation
Putting Students First: Centenary College Scholarship Challenge Continues with 2:1 Match Up to $1 Million
Through a series of significant changes at Centenary College this year, from a shift to Division III athletics to a consolidation and repositioning of the academic program, many alumni and friends have continued to be generous supporters of the 185-year-old liberal arts college. “The... - June 12, 2010 - Centenary College of Louisiana
The 1000 Bikes Foundation Raffling Off a Masi Special Commuter Bike on July 31 to Benefit Foster Youth
The 1000 Bikes Foundation is raffling off a new Masi Special Commuter bike on July 31, 2010 as a fundraiser to benefit the foundation. The Commuter is a single speed do-everything bike with the potential to become so much more. The long wheelbase makes it ideally suited for all day adventures or... - June 12, 2010 - 1000 Bikes Foundation
IJIS Institute Partners with National Association of Regional Councils
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, welcomes the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC) as its newest Alliance Partner. NARC serves as the national voice for regionalism by... - June 11, 2010 - IJIS Institute
eDisplay Donates SendBlaster PRO Licenses to Non-Profit Health Care Organizations
eDisplay srl, a software company based in Italy providing solutions and tools for web marketing targeted at small and medium sized businesses worldwide, announced today the launch of the "SendBlaster for non-profits" program by which their flagship software for email marketing,... - June 11, 2010 - eDisplay srl
The Society for the Increase of the Ministry (SIM) Honors Two Extraordinary People Dedicated to Theological Education in Bloomfield, Connecticut
Connecticut-based nonprofit organization, Society for the Increase of the Ministry honored two of its dedicated members in Bloomfield with a special event and awards. - June 11, 2010 - Society for the Increase of the Ministry
Burnaby Shows Its Rhythm of Life: Rhythm of Life 2010 Raises $40,000 for Burnaby Hospital
Sunday, June 6th marked the largest success to date for Burnaby Hospital Foundation’s Rhythm of Life: The Run and Walk for Everyone, with over 425 participants raising $40,000 to support Burnaby Hospital. - June 11, 2010 - Burnaby Hospital Foundation
The 1000 Bikes Foundation Launches to Give 1000 Bikes to Foster Youth and Their Families
The 1000 Bikes Foundation launches in Los Angeles with the mission of enhancing the quality of life of foster youth and their foster families by exposing them to healthier lifestyles. - June 10, 2010 - 1000 Bikes Foundation
Standardized Interfaces and Exchanges Whitepaper Released
The IJIS Institute Public Safety Technical Standards Committee (IPSTSC) has released a new whitepaper entitled Standardized Interfaces and Exchanges for Justice and Public Safety. IPSTSC is a standing committee of the IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical... - June 10, 2010 - IJIS Institute
30th Anniversary Buckley's - Kennedy's Run Raises $100,000 for HeartShare
On a beautiful spring morning, a modern record of nearly 1,200 runners took off from the Riis Park Boardwalk, to the music of DJ Nikko, and hit the streets of Breezy Point, Queens for the 30th Anniversary Buckley’s – Kennedy’s 5K Charity Run. Raising a record $100,000, the Run... - June 09, 2010 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Local Avon Representative is Hosting a Fashion Show Fund Raiser in Memory of Friend Who Lost Her Battle with Breast Cancer
Local Avon Representative Dortha Hise has put together a Fund Raiser Fashion Show to benefit her Avon Walk for Breast Cancer for which she has committed to raising $1,800 for cancer research. - June 07, 2010 - Avon by Dortha
Shirtlab, Creators of a Revolutionary Online T-Shirt Design Service, Sponsors Volunteering England's Charity Softball Team by Donating Custom-Made Team T-Shirts
Shirtlab has donated twenty custom-designed t-shirts to the Volunteering England London Charity Softball League (LCSL) team to sponsor the charity's fundraising efforts - June 06, 2010 - Shirtlab
Lupus Research Institute Hails Results of CellCept® Trial in People with Lupus Kidney Disease
The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) and its National Coalition of state and local lupus organizations are very encouraged by trial results released by Vifor Pharma, Galencia Group, and Roche demonstrating that the drug CellCept® (mycophenolate mofetil) helps in maintaining remission of lupus... - June 05, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
Winery Insider and Humanitas Support Gulf of Mexico Response on World Oceans Day
Winery Insider (wineryinsider.com), the first members-only, private sale company to focus exclusively on the wine category, and Humanitas Wine Company are teaming up on World Oceans Day – June 8th – in support of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill response effort. 100% of the profits of Humanitas wines sold by Winery Insider during the one-day sale, which will feature the winery’s Signum and Good Earth wines at up to 40% below suggested retail prices, will be donated to Ocean-related organizations. - June 05, 2010 - Cronin Communications
Kenneth J. Altorfer Academic Complex Groundbreaking Ceremony
A groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Kenneth J. Altorfer Academic Complex was held on June 2nd, 2010, in honor of Stevens Institute of Technology class of 1950 alumnus Kenneth J. Altorfer. The Stevens community joined Mr. Altorfer's surviving family members, including his wife Mrs. - June 05, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Habitat for Humanity Inaugurated as 30th Member of NetHope NGO Community
NetHope’s growing membership reflects an important milestone in the worldwide effort to improve collaboration and access to technology. - June 04, 2010 - NetHope
How to Start a Nonprofit and File for 501c3 Status Seminar Hosted by My Nonprofit Corner
Seminar Highlights Important Aspects of Building a Viable Nonprofit Organization - June 04, 2010 - My Nonprofit Corner