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.

Burn-Injured Drummer Sends Youth to China with the Gift of Fire

The HandReach Children’s Healing Initiative is proud to present an evening with renowned drummer Dan Caro, who has burned over 70 percent of his body at age two by an exploding water heater and now tours as a popular musician, motivational speaker and author of The Gift of Fire: How I Made... - June 03, 2010 - HandReach

Annie Duke and Brad Garrett Take a Gamble on After-School All-Stars

Annie Duke Celebrity Poker Night Raises Nearly $50,000 for At-Risk Youth. - June 03, 2010 - After-School All-Stars

Stream Energy Supports Captain Hope’s Kids with Record-Setting Donation

Chairman Rob Snyder Announces Donation of Over 46,000 Diapers to Benefit Homeless Children. - June 03, 2010 - Stream Energy

Online Fundraising Platform Now Available on Mobile Devices Courtesy of AltaContact Ltd

In an important step forward UK charities can now provide their fundraisers and donors with their own branded online fundraising facilities on hand held mobile devices. - June 03, 2010 - AltaContact Ltd

Axis Foundation, Inc. Promotes Youth Training Fundraiser Supporting Literacy & Culinary Arts for Youth Aged 14-22

AXIS Foundation's goal is to raise $50,000 to fund Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management youth literacy training at their fundraising event scheduled for Thursday, August 26th, 2010 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Riverside Christian School in Riverside, CA. What could be better, than seeing youth & area business owners helping Riverside's young people! This fundraiser will provide for the development & training of 40+ at-risk young people. - June 02, 2010 - AXIS Foundation, Inc

Team Wanderlust to Participate in 10,000 Mile Mongol Rally from London to Mongolia

In July, Team Wanderlust will participate in the 10,000 mile Mongol Rally from London to Mongolia to raise money for charity. Team Wanderlust is raising donations for the Christina Noble Children's Foundation and is also searching for corporate partners to help fund the adventure. Corporate donors can purchase advertising space on their car, website, or blog. - June 02, 2010 - Team Wanderlust

CED Taps 2010-2011 Board of Directors

CED, formerly the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that the organization’s board of directors has ratified a slate of candidates for member... - May 30, 2010 - CED

HelpMyResume.org Joins with President Obama’s Council on Service and Civic Participation to Deliver President’s Volunteer Service Award

Help My Resume (HTTP://www.helpmyresume.org) a division of Flippin Creative Inc., a nonprofit organization, today announced it has teamed with the White House to become a Certifying Organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award, a national program recognizing Americans who have... - May 29, 2010 - Helpmyresume.org

Autism Support Network and Beijing Stars and Rain Join to Heighten Autism Awareness in China

Autism Support Network and Beijing Stars and Rain today announced a cooperative effort to spread autism awareness across China and elevate Beijing Stars and Rain’s efforts to those outside of China. Beijing Stars and Rain is China's first non-governmental educational organization dedicated... - May 29, 2010 - Autism Support Network

National Pen Donates Over 5,000 Items to Non-Profit Organization

Through a private coordination through a local citizen, National Pen Company (www.pens.com) has recently donated over 5,000 pens to the AnySoldier.com organization. - May 29, 2010 - National Pen Company LLC

Rotary Club of College Park Awards Academic Scholarships

Two local seniors will be receiving $1,000 scholarships based on their winning essays. The Rotary Club of College Park raises money at an annual BBQ to fund these scholarships. - May 28, 2010 - Rotary of College Park

1,50,000 Patients in the First 5 Months: Another Milestone by Wockhardt Foundation

Wockhardt Foundation completed 1,50,000 medical check ups through its 2 Mobile Medical Unit programmes in the first 5 months of 2010. - May 28, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation

IJIS Institute Executive Director Set to Retire in 2011

The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization established by a shared private-public vision to improve mission-critical information sharing in justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces that after seven years of distinguished service as the executive director of the IJIS Institute, Mr. Paul Wormeli will be retiring from the position in January 2011. The IJIS Institute’s Board of Directors will begin a national search for an executive director beginning June 2010. - May 28, 2010 - IJIS Institute

Cota & Cota and the Chester Masons Team Up to Reopen the Fort at Number 4

Cota & Cota and the Chester Masons are working together to reopen the iconic Fort at Number 4 in Charlestown, New Hampshire. - May 28, 2010 - Cota & Cota, Inc.

The First Step is the Hardest - Rappel 33 Stories from the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Kids Included Together goes ‘over the edge’ for a spectacular charity event benefiting San Diego youth. - May 27, 2010 - Kids Included Together

An Easy Way of Giving and Getting Free Stuff Across America Helping People. GIVINGETTING Website Offer.

Free stuff will be available across America everyday. It’s a new motion by GIVINGETTING an innovative website. Many people own valuable stuff they just don’t want anymore. Now they can give free stuff for reuse by others. - May 27, 2010 - GIVINGETTING

ChildFund International and NetHope Bring Technology Solutions to Youth in Brazil

Newly launched program uses the power of collaboration and netbooks to change the landscape in developing countries. - May 27, 2010 - NetHope

Fission Volunteers at Komen Columbus Race for the Cure

On May 15, 2010 the members of Fission Inc took time out of their Saturday to volunteer as "Information Ambassadors" for the Komen Columbus (an affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure). They helped direct over 50,000 racers where to go through out the entire event. - May 27, 2010 - Fission Inc

The Victory Center for Autism in Miami, Fl, Raises Significant Funds During Their "10th Year Anniversary Gala" Even Under This Year's Poor Economy

Recently, The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges along with Christine Lee’s Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Florida, held its 10th Year Anniversary Gala. The theme for this year’s event was The Victory Center reaching its “10th year milestone.” - May 26, 2010 - The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges

Singlebrook Technology Offers Free Custom iPhone App for Social or Sustainable Mission-Driven Organization

Certified not-for-profit or mission-driven organizations, and B-Corporations should submit proposals to Singlebrook's Sustainable iPhone App Program. Singlebrook will donate up to 50 hours of development time to create a free, customized iPhone application that enhances or increases a mission-driven organization's sustainbility efforts. - May 25, 2010 - Singlebrook Technology

Historical March: 95 - Mile Walk from Birmingham to Montgomery, Alabama

Historical March: 95–Mile walk from Birmingham to the Steps of the State Capitol in Montgomery Alabama. Christian Missions Church is sponsoring “Walking for a Good Cause.” The walk will begin on Friday, June 11, 2010 in Birmingham and end on Saturday, June 19, 2010 in Montgomery,... - May 24, 2010 - Chrisitian Missions Church

Memorial Weekend Care Package Event

Operation Gratitude Salutes Memorial Weekend with Care Package Assembly and Letter Writing Campaign. - May 24, 2010 - Operation Gratitude

Former Foster Child Gives Away Free Books: For National Foster Care Month

Award winning author, motivational speaker, and successful businesswoman Dr. Cassondra “Cookie” Humphrey kicks off Foster Care Month with the help of Pioneer Streetball Legends. During May, National Foster Care Month, former And1 members, Main Event and Shane “The Dribbling... - May 23, 2010 - Future Talent & Entertainment

High School Lacrosse Game to Support Ovarian Cancer Awareness

Bishop Guertin and Londonderry High School wear teal - May 23, 2010 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer

Free Website Giveaway for a Deserving Non-Profit Organization

Extending the entry date. Winner will be selected on 5/26/2010. - May 22, 2010 - The Red Theory

Hoopnotica Partners with HealthCorps & Joins Dr. Oz in the Fight to End Childhood Obesity

Hoopnotica® is pleased to announce its ongoing commitment to fitness and health education through a new partnership with HealthCorps®, a proactive health movement founded by Dr. Mehmet Oz, host of the nationally syndicated talk show, “The Dr. Oz Show." Based on the success of two pilot programs in Los Angeles, HealthCorps will launch Hoopnotica® fitness programs in additional schools during the fall 2010 semester. - May 21, 2010 - Hoopnotica

New Non-Profit Focuses on Native Species Habitat Restoration in Pescadero Waterways and Marsh

A group of concerned citizens announced formation of a new non-profit determined to reverse the startling population decline of native coastal and marine species. Starting with projects along the San Mateo Coast, the Coastal Alliance for Species Enhancement will work to restore threatened species and protect recreational use of delicate areas. - May 21, 2010 - Coastal Alliance for Species Enhancement

Brighton Awards $10,000 Donation for the United Food Bank of Plant City Through Sister's & Company Nomination

Sister's & Company, a specialty retailer in Plant City announced that it presented a $10,000 donation to United Food Bank of Plant City on Wednesday, May 19th at 5:30 pm as part of Brighton's Feed Our Friends fundraiser. Sister's & Company was among retailers across the United States that... - May 21, 2010 - Sister's & Company

Walking Initiative Gets "Start!" with Help of Home-Tech, Customers

American Heart Association National Start! Walking Day Receives “Charity of the Month” Donation. - May 21, 2010 - Home-Tech

2010 Diamond Volunteer Program Was a Success - Plans for 2011 Underway

The Diamond Volunteer Program begins its second season and a new year of honoring the volunteers of local non-profit organizations. - May 21, 2010 - Kelly E. Capolino

Dolly Parton Reaches Out to Sevier County and the World

Sevier County super star Dolly Parton is reaching out to the world on behalf of Nashville flood victims. Gathering all her considerable resources in the effort, Dollywood, Dixie Stampede, and local media company S.D. Professionals, LLC have joined together to assist in raising the funds needed. - May 21, 2010 - SD Professionals LLC

Avanta Quiz Raises More Funds for Charity

Avanta has continued its support for the children’s medical charity, Sparks, by holding a charity quiz night at its serviced office centre at 20 Hanover Square, attended by the company’s senior management team, plus staff from its Hammersmith head office and London business centres. - May 21, 2010 - Avanta

Football Stars Help UKFast Support the Right To Play

UKFast gets premiership stars onside to support football development in Africa. In the run up to this year's World Cup in South Africa, UKFast is teaming up with footballers in the North West to increase awareness of Right To Play. The international organisation offers hundreds of thousands of children and youths in disadvantaged communities the opportunity to build life skills and leadership through sport and play. - May 21, 2010 - UKFast

Prof. Muhammad Yunus Captures the Mind of Vienna in the First Leg of the Social Business Tour 2010

The Social Business Tour 2010 commenced with grand style and purpose in Vienna on May 11th. This tour involved the process of spreading awareness of the concept named "Social Business." - May 21, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation

Stevens Worldwide Van Lines Concludes Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts with Donation to World Vision

Thanks to the collective efforts of agents, customers and staff, Stevens Worldwide Van Lines is making a $15,000 donation to World Vision for assistance with continuing relief and rebuilding efforts in Haiti. In the days following the January earthquake in Haiti, Stevens Worldwide Van Lines had... - May 20, 2010 - Stevens Worldwide Van Lines

Holy Cow Branding Designs New Brand Image for SERA, Inc.

Cary Marketing Firm Helps Raleigh Nonprofit with Rebranding Efforts - May 20, 2010 - Holy Cow Branding

Holy Cow Branding Struts Their Stuff in Assistance League® of Raleigh’s Power of Style Fashion Show

Cary Marketing Firm Designs Event Materials, Puts CEO on Runway - May 20, 2010 - Holy Cow Branding

DoJiggy Announces the Integration of Moneris Solutions Payment Processing for Canadian Customers

Online fundraising software provider, DoJiggy, announces the integration of Moneris Solutions payment processing for Canadian customers. The DoJiggy-Moneris integration provides an optimal payment processing solution for existing Canadian customers and allows for further expansion of DoJiggy's online fundraising software for non-profit and community organizations in this marketplace. - May 19, 2010 - DoJiggy

Oakland Digital Arts & Literacy Center: Poverty to Success with Digital Literacy

Oakland Digital Arts & Literacy Center Grand Opening: Saturday, May 29th, 2010 at 1PM - May 18, 2010 - Oakland Digital Arts & Literacy Center

Learn to Sail and Help Fight Cancer with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Newest Fundraising Program

If learning how to sail is something you have always wanted to do, but never thought possible, think again. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s newest fundraising program, Sail For a Cure, will have you sailing the Bay while raising vital funds for blood cancer research and patient services. - May 17, 2010 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Greater San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

Pietzo Joins Forces with North Shore Tour de Cure Offers Hybrid Electric Bicycle Fleet to Enable More Riders to Go the Distance

Pietzo, a hybrid electric bicycle company in Bedford, MA, is offering free use of its electric bicycles to support the North Shore Tour de Cure in Gloucester, MA on May 22, enabling more participants to ride. For riders who are concerned about their ability to complete the route because of their... - May 16, 2010 - Pietzo

Lullalee's Golf for Literacy

2nd Annual Golf for Literacy Hosted by Lullalee. LaFern Cusak-Master of Ceremonies. - May 16, 2010 - Lullalee Productions and Services

Sport Science Lab Sponsors Mike Sheehy’s Run at Guinness Book Record for LLS

Sport Science Lab is sponsoring Mike Sheehy’s 350 mile run attempting to set the Guinness Book World’s Record for LLS. - May 16, 2010 - Sport Science Lab

FISC Solutions Contracts with Four Non-Profit Organizations

FISC Solutions, a Maine-based back office service provider, recently signed contracts with four nonprofit organizations for caging and data entry services. FISC has provided payment processing through lockbox services to businesses for more than a decade. FISC expanded those services to apply to... - May 16, 2010 - FISC Solutions

Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! May 20, Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing, 5:30 Reception, 6:30 Dinner

Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! recognizes nine outstanding women, one woman who has distinguished herself by overall commitment to the wellbeing of Philadelphians and two women in each of the four areas of LSH’s work: bilingual domestic violence; community education and employment training; senior services, and homeless services - one woman who has been an advocate in the area and one who has received services, overcome challenges, and given back. - May 15, 2010 - Lutheran Settlement House

Eligible IRS 501(c)3 Non-Profits Get Discounts on Adobe Creative Suite CS5 Through Genesis Technologies, Inc.

Genesis Technologies, Inc., an Austin-based software reseller, is offering qualified IRS 501(c)3 Non-Profit organizations significant discounts on Adobe Creative Suite CS5 and other Adobe software titles. Through Genesis Technologies, Inc., charities and qualifying not-for-profit organizations have the ability to get Adobe Creative Suite CS5 and other Adobe products at significantly discounted prices. - May 15, 2010 - Genesis Technologies, Inc.

Wil Buskey of ARC Mechanical Wins April Winter of Warmth Drawing and Pays It Forward to David’s House

Wil Buskey of ARC Mechanical has been chosen as April's winner of Cota & Cota Heating Fuels' Winter of Warmth raffle. He has decided to donate his Winter of Warmth to David's House in Lebanon, New Hampshire. David's House hosts families of children being treated at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. - May 15, 2010 - Cota & Cota, Inc.