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.
Xclaimed Ministries’ Gives It Away
Xclaimed Ministries’ held a free 'Revive' Concert in Stanton Park this summer. This ministry provided a great day for the community and everything was entirely free. - August 01, 2009 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
North Carolina Video Production Company, In His Service Productions, Investing in New Technology
In His Service Productions has recently been blessed with the ability to invest in newer technologies, including a new boom, high-definition recording, and transfer equipment to take old film and render it to DVD. - July 31, 2009 - In His Service Productions
LifeLine Nonprofit Management System Partners with DonorPerfect Online
LifeLine clients now have the option to migrate to DonorPerfect Online web-based fundraising software. - July 31, 2009 - SofterWare
customedialabs to Redesign Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House Website
customedialabs, an award-winning interactive marketing communications agency based in Wayne, PA, today announces plans to redesign the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House's website on a pro-bono basis (http://www.philarmh.org). The agency will deliver front-end and back-end renovations, including the implementation of an open-source TYPO3 content management system. An official site relaunch is scheduled for summer 2009. - July 31, 2009 - customedialabs
Ovations for the Cure Presents the Night of the Monarch Gala
“My mother once told me that the butterfly is the spirit of a loved one who is no longer with us.” - Patricia Franchi Flaherty, Founder, Ovations for the Cure. - July 31, 2009 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer
Park West Foundation Launches "Blue Babies" Initiative
Initiative to help youth aging out of the foster care system to be unveiled during events on August 1st - July 31, 2009 - Park West Gallery
Community Workforce Solutions Awarded Workforce Development Grant
Agency to Pursue ISO Certification. - July 31, 2009 - Community Workforce Solutions, Inc.
World's First Online Whooping CraneCam Launches
Operation Migration’s CraneCam is broadcasting live video around the world, offering watchers never-before-seen views of one of the world’s most endangered birds, the majestic Whooping crane. With fewer than 400 wild Whooping cranes in existence, Operation Migration Inc. and the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership are carrying out a reintroduction of these rare birds in Central Wisconsin, which sees Operation Migration use ultralight-aircraft to teach the cranes how and where to migrate. - July 30, 2009 - Operation Migration USA Inc
Easter Seals Eastern PA Earns Seal of Excellence
First Non-Profit in Lehigh Valley and Poconos to pass rigorous ethics and accountability standards. - July 30, 2009 - Easter Seals Eastern Pennsylvania
GiveForward.org Launches New Site
GiveForward is a Chicago-based social venture committed to helping individuals and non-profits raise money for good causes. This week, a new version of the GiveForward site launched with a number of updated features, most notably Group Pages. - July 30, 2009 - GiveForward
Art Auction to Benefit Valley's Foster Youth
Transitional aged foster youth get a chance to be recognized. Scottsdale Art Auction to bring attention to a growing need in the community. - July 30, 2009 - LifeUnfolded
Donated Items Help Disabled in Ecuador
Counterpart International facilitated a donation of medical equipment to a Quito-based non-profit. - July 30, 2009 - Counterpart International
Bayshore Solutions Partner with PARC to Further Mission through Web
Web Design and Development Enhances Non-Profit’s Commitment to Community. - July 30, 2009 - Bayshore Solutions
SaveLocally Announces Fundraising Partnership with Spandana Foundation
SaveLocally Inc. will partner with the Spandana Foundation for fundraising in the San Francisco Bay Area. Spandana will use SaveLocally’s new online coupon program in its fundraising efforts. SaveLocally began its soft launch in San Jose in early June and is getting set to start its... - July 30, 2009 - SaveLocally Inc.
Elinvar Vice President Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors
Lisa Valentino, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that Marirose K. Steigerwald, vice president of Elinvar, an executive coaching company, has been named to the nonprofits board of directors. As a board member, Steigerwald will provide feedback... - July 30, 2009 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Willow Creek Association’s Leadership Summit 2009 — CCN Edition Via Satellite. Summit Faculty to Include Tony Blair and Bono.
On August 14 and 15 leaders throughout North America will have an unprecedented opportunity to hear a world class line-up of global leaders at the Willow Creek Leadership Summit 2009 — via satellite on CCN. Willow Creek Association (WCA) has partnered with Church Communication Network (CCN)... - July 28, 2009 - Live Oak Community Church
Mark Cates to Discuss Recruiting Systems Technology
Career Transformations has announced that Mark Cates, a research and development director of information technology, will be the speaker at the group’s next meeting on Wednesday, July 29 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. in the fellowship hall of Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church, located at 7506... - July 26, 2009 - Career Transformations
The Dinner Garden Helps Starving Children Grow Gardens
The Dinner Garden is giving away free fruit and vegetable seeds to the United States school kids who only eat when they get a free meal at school. - July 25, 2009 - The Dinner Garden
Voices of Courage: An Evening with Pakistani Women's Rights Activist Sameena Nazir
Global Goods Partners (GGP), a NYC-based Fair Trade organization, is pairing up with local organic boutique Sustainable NYC to host Sameena Nazir, founder of Potohar Organization for Development Advocacy (PODA), an NGO that works for the promotion and protection of human rights in rural... - July 25, 2009 - Global Goods Partners
Second Chance Pet Adoptions Names Annual Auction for the Animals Sponsors
Kristine Mayberry, president of Second Chance Pet Adoptions (www.secondchancenc.org), has announced that the ninth annual Auction for the Animals sponsors. The auction will be held on from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 25 at Delightful Inspirations in Casper Park, located at 5511 Avent Ferry... - July 25, 2009 - Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Michigan Mustangs Win Their First Wheelchair PowerHockey Championship in State History
The Michigan Mustangs have won the 2009 Carolina PowerHockey Invitational after they defeated the Minnesota Selects 4-3 during the final at the RBC Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, home of the NHL’s Hurricanes. The 2009 Mustangs became the first PowerHockey team to ever bring home a... - July 24, 2009 - Wheelchair Hockey League
Batten Disease Support & Research Association Hosts 21st Annual Conference in St. Louis for Families with Children Affected by Devastating Fatal Disorder
BDSRA hosted their 21st annual conference for families who have children with Batten Disease. The conference included educational sessions from lead researchers and medical experts currently doing research to find a therapeutic solution and ultimately a cure for this disease. Batten Disease is a genetic neurological disorder that brings an early death to each child it affects. - July 24, 2009 - Batten Disease Support & Research Association
Youth for Human Rights of Tampa Bay Prevents Malaria Deaths with Bed Nets
Youth for Human Rights of Tampa Bay (http://www.youthforhumanrights.org) sponsor African refugee camp, Bakayu, providing life saving bed nets (http://www.nothingbutnets.net) to prevent malaria deaths. - July 24, 2009 - Youth for Human Rights of Tampa Bay
Monica Cruz Steps Up as First Celebrity Supporter of the Romanian League in Defense of Animals’ (ROLDA) Cause
Actress and dancer Monica Cruz adds her voice to help save stray animals in Romania by partnering with the Romanian League in Defense of Animals (ROLDA). - July 24, 2009 - Romanian League in Defense of Animals
Members of Congress and Health Advocates Speak Out on the “Silent Diseases” Hepatitis B & Hepatitis C
An Open-to-the-Public Hepatitis B&C Screening hosted by House Representatives on Capitol Hill Draws Crowds and Builds Awareness of the Diseases’ Devastating Effects. - July 24, 2009 - Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations
Habitat for Humanity Re-Store in Venice, Customer Appreciation Day a Stellar Success
Overwhelming support by local community and media exceed event expectations. - July 22, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity Re-Store
Former First Lady Laura Bush and Baseball Great Rick Sutcliffe Join World Vision’s 'End Malaria' Council
Former U.S. first lady Laura Bush and Major League Baseball pitching legend Rick Sutcliffe have joined the advisory council of World Vision’s “End Malaria” campaign. They join Ray Chambers, the first U.N. Special Envoy for Malaria; Malaria No More CEO Scott Case and Congressman... - July 22, 2009 - World Vision US
New Book Shows How to Make Your Christian Life Recession-Proof
Wealth out of Ashes is a must read for anyone in trouble as it offers hope and reveals opportunities for us to emerge even stronger out of the current economic crises. It also contains practical instructions to restoring financial discipline and order in business and personal life for those ready for a new mind on "Wealth" matters. This book can make your Christian life Recession-proof. - July 21, 2009 - Bode Ososami
New Website Helps Non Profits Raise Money
Funding101.org is dedicated to teaching non-profit organizations how to raise more money every month so they can expand the great work they do everyday. - July 21, 2009 - Funding101.org
Running with a Purpose: Make Friends, Get in Shape, Help Save Lives
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Socety's Team In Training program is a supportive group of teammates and informative clinics, to help you complete a marathon, half marathon, triathlon, century ride or hike adventure. Since inception, TNT participants have raised more than $950 million to support LLS - July 20, 2009 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Team In Training
CareFlite Taps Radius Mobile Media to Expand Awareness in North Texas
CareFlite’s Caring-Heart membership program, which greatly reduces the cost of air or ground ambulance service for member households, has added approximately 50,000 members since its inception two years ago, and CareFlite's goal is to double that figure over the next 18 months. To help achieve that goal, CareFlite has expanded its existing outdoor advertising campaign by selecting Radius Mobile Media to provide Mobile Billboard advertising across North Dallas and Collin County, TX. - July 20, 2009 - Radius Mobile Media, LLC
The United State’s Largest UFO Organization Celebrates Its 40th
A Press Conference in Denver will highlight hundreds of UFO reports received in Colorado, and thousands across the US. - July 19, 2009 - Mutual UFO Network
Tickets Now on Sale for Ninth Annual Auction for the Animals
Kristine Mayberry, president of Second Chance Pet Adoptions (www.secondchancenc.org), has announced that tickets are now available for the ninth annual Auction for Animals, which will be held on from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 25 at Delightful Inspirations in Casper Park, located at 5511 Avent... - July 19, 2009 - Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Pakistan- Rights of the Displaced Key Concern as Return Gains Momentum
As the return of some 2 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Pakistan’s northwest gains momentum, World Vision is underscoring both the right of the displaced to return voluntarily and the need for sustained security and safety in areas of return. World Vision is particularly... - July 18, 2009 - World Vision US
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan to Launch Online "Community Foundation Challenge — Arts and Culture"
Event to Support Arts and Cultural Organizations Begins on Aug. 18 at 10 a.m. - July 18, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Lucky B's to Tee It Up for Spare Some of Autism
Carolina Hurricanes' Bates Battaglia and Mike Lombardo Head up a Golf Fundraiser - July 17, 2009 - Spare Some for Autism
IIMSAM Attains New Height with Dr. Sulaiman Al Fahim's Generosity
With the help of Ambassador Al Fahim’s generous contribution, IIMSAM has initiated few other welfare programmes for the poor and children affected with malnutrition. During IIMSAM’s official trip to Kenya the mentioned programme, Camp Maradona, was launched at Kogelo located near Kenya- Uganda boarder. - July 17, 2009 - IIMSAM
American Appraisal Pledges Continued Support of the International Valuation Standards Council
American Appraisal is pleased to announce it is one of the first organizations to pledge a three-year annual donation of $100,000 to the restructuring of the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC). The IVSC is a non-profit organization formed in 1981 to develop robust and transparent procedures for valuations based on a single set of globally recognized valuation standards. Lee P. Hackett, Executive Vice President, has been elected to the IVSC Board of Trustees. - July 17, 2009 - American Appraisal
America’s Second Harvest Delivers Millions of Meals from Tampa Bay Food Bank
America’s Second Harvest of Tampa Bay (http://www.a2htampabay.org) delivers almost 10 million meals to local hungry people from their Tampa Bay Food Bank. - July 15, 2009 - America's Second Harvest of Tampa Bay
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Launches New Web Site
Media Center, Latest Happenings section are among new features. - July 15, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
The Bonita Trust Donates £100,000.00 to Childline/NSPCC
The Bonita Trust is an independent philanthropic trust based in Gibraltar and was founded in 2004. Since 2008, Bonita has extended its programmes internationally and now works with charities in India, Afghanistan, the UK and Israel. - July 15, 2009 - The Bonita Trust
Placido Domingo Named Ambassador
Guide for the Arts names Washington National Opera’s Maestro as first D.C. recipient. - July 14, 2009 - InStep Communications LLC
Mikko Nissinen Accepts Boston’s Guide for the Arts Ambassador to the Arts Award for 2009-2010 Season
Recognizes his artistic leadership at Boston Ballet, establishment of important educational programs. - July 14, 2009 - InStep Communications LLC
Free Teleclass Reveals 6 Steps to Getting More Leads, Clients, and Results with Social Media Marketing
Participation in social networks continues to grow at a frenetic pace in 2009, and success-minded professionals are hungry for short cuts, straight-shooting advice, and results for their efforts. To meet that need, social marketing firm Epiphanies, Inc. is hosting a free teleclass, "The 6-Step Social Media Kick Start: How to Get More Leads, Clients, and Results (and Have a BLAST Doing It)," Wed. July 15th, 2009 at 1pm EST. Register at http://www.EpiphaniesInc.com/SocialMediaKickStart.php. - July 14, 2009 - Epiphanies, Inc.
Twitter for Charity? - German Man Takes Charity and Social Media to a New Level
The 999999Followers Project was created to give a twitter account to a charity with 999,999 Twitter followers and a place to broadcast its message. - July 14, 2009 - 999999Followers
Yoga, Meditation & Discourses on 'The Science of Soul, Path to Self Realization & the God-Realization' by Swami Mukundananda in Plano, TX, Between 19-26 July, 2009
Rejuvenate Body, Mind & Soul with simplified Yoga-Meditation techniques, synthesizing ancient yoga systems such as Ashtang yog, Dhyan yoga, Samkhya yoga etc. Learn from Swami Mukundananda, the yoga techniques such as Subtle Body Relaxation, Creative-Meditation (Rup Dhyan), Di-Vibe Asanas-Pranayam, don’t miss the Enlightening Discourses to recharge yourself and Nurture your soul. - July 14, 2009 - Jagadguru Kripalu Yog
EmpowHer Institute Announces Executive Appointments
Betty LaMarr, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of EmpowHer Institute announced the appointments of Claudia Johnson and Dr. Reri MacLean to the positions of President and Board Secretary, respectively. - July 13, 2009 - EmpowHer Institute
Skylark Taxi to Sponsor 2009 Wichita Falls, Texas MDA Car Show and Cruise
Skylark Taxi and Airport Express will again serve as the presenting sponsor for the Wichita Falls, Texas 2009 MDA Car Show this Labor Day. - July 13, 2009 - Texhoma Transportation Inc.
Strength of One Indiana Company Grants Three Magical Wishes
When DEFENDER Direct CEO Dave Lindsey, decided to reach out to the community with the help of his employees, he never thought the power of a wish could inspire his employees to raise a whopping $9,000 in just three weeks. With another $9,000 matching funds, DEFENDER Direct will enable the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Indiana Region, to grant three wishes of children battling life-threatening medical conditions. - July 13, 2009 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
HomeAid Teams Up with Movers.com
Moving resource website to donate $1 per qualified user to local HomeAid chapters. - July 13, 2009 - Movers.com