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.
Diabetic Foundation Brings "Sex and the City" to Miami with Screening and Silent Auction
The Diabetic Foundation will host a private screening of "Sex and the City" with a VIP reception and silent auction, in Aventura on June 1st. The screening of the film will be followed by a "Cosmos and Champagne" reception where guests can bid on items that tie into the film's theme. In 2006, the Diabetic Foundation was formed, a non-profit organization designed specifically to benefit underprivileged South Florida families whose children are suffering from juvenile diabetes. - May 17, 2008 - Diabetic Foundation, Inc.
Formost President to Donate to China Relief Efforts
A $30,000 donation to the disaster relief efforts related to the devastating May 12 earthquake in China is being given by Joseph Chen, President of Foremost Groups Inc., of East Hanover. The company, with manufacturing operations in China, also announced that it will match any employee donations,... - May 16, 2008 - Foremost Groups, Inc.
New Service at LoyaltyMatch.com Helps Raise Profile and Cash for Non-Profit Groups of All Sizes and Interests
Community Commerce™ launched by LoyaltyMatch.com, the online marketplace for frequent flier and loyalty program miles and points collectors, is a new and innovative way for people to help good causes. Churches, schools, sports teams, community groups and other causes large and small can benefit. - May 15, 2008 - LoyaltyMatch.com
Burma Global Action Network Urges Efficient Aid for the Humanitarian Crisis in Burma Through Effective Channels
Over 100,000 Dead with Mainstream Aid Organizations Unable to Reach Affected Areas. - May 15, 2008 - Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center Honors Two Women as 2008 Volunteers of the Year
Linda Cavender and Minn Poe of Riverside, CA, have received the 2008 Friends of the Animals Award for their years of dedication and varied work on behalf of the cats and dogs at the Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center. - May 15, 2008 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Children of the Dump Celebrates Ten Years of Helping the Children
The Children of the Dump celebrates ten years of helping the poor children of Puerto Vallarta receive an education. - May 14, 2008 - Children of the Dump
Climbers to Attempt to Summit Highest Peaks in 50 States En Masse to Raise Funds for Children With AIDS
Summer Summit Challenge to be Held June 27 to July 6 to Benefit American Foundation for Children with AIDS. - May 13, 2008 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Myanmar Relief Options
Getting relief through to the victims of Nargis Cyclone. - May 13, 2008 - US Asian Chamber of Commerce
GBBR Charitable Foundation Accepting Summer 2008 Grant Applications -- Baltimore Area Housing, Education and Community Development Groups Encouraged to Apply
The Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS® (GBBR) Charitable Foundation is announcing the availability of grant money for organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life in Baltimore-area neighborhoods. Groups providing assistance with homeownership, fair housing practices, community... - May 12, 2008 - Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS
DC AHEC Hosts the 1st Annual "DC African Health and Empowerment Day" Health Event
The DC Area Health Education Center (DC AHEC) in partnership with the DC Mayor’s Office of African Affairs (OAA) is hosting a health event to bring attention to the health, wellness, and medical needs that are unique to the African community in the District of Columbia. The unique needs of the African community must also be met if health care disparities are to be eliminated in the District of Columbia. - May 11, 2008 - District of Columbia Area Health Education Center (DC AHEC)
Shine Advertising Named Agency of Record for Wisconsin Cheese, Growing Regional Shop to Represent National Icon
The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, a nonprofit organization of Wisconsin dairy producers that promotes the consumption of milk, cheese and other dairy products made in America’s Dairyland, has named Shine Advertising agency of record for Wisconsin Cheese, following a month-long review with... - May 10, 2008 - Shine Advertising
Humanity First to Provide Clean Water to Over One Million People
In a recent effort to aid victims still suffering from the wreckage caused by the 2005 earthquake in northern Pakistan, Humanity First has initiated a water filtration project that is projected to provide water accessibility to 1.26 million people. With Humanity First’s investment of over... - May 10, 2008 - Humanity First
Announcing the Launch of Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Internet Activism Organization Effectively Supporting the Freedom of Civilians and Monks of Burma Through Internet Networking. - May 10, 2008 - Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Hundreds March and Demand Accountability from Politicians
Forum and march to be held to protest displacement of low income families due to massive development and shut down of day care centers in low income communities in Brooklyn and NYC. - May 10, 2008 - Families United for Racial & Economic Equality (FUREE)
Portion of Proceeds from "Rhode Island’s Got Talent" to be Donated to Women’s Resource Center of Newport & Bristol Counties
The 2008 Rhode Island’s Got Talent show, presented by The East Bay Chamber of Commerce, will donate a portion of the proceeds from this event to the Women's Resource Center of Newport & Bristol Counties (WRC). - May 09, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
Strong Buyer Interest in Indonesian Natural Products Exhibited at China Sourcing Fairs: Fashion Accessories and Gifts & Home Products
Non-Profit Export Service Centre Showcases One-of-a-Kind Handcrafted Home Decor, Sandals with Recycled Tires for Soles, and New Eco-Friendly 'Ship & Show' Bamboo Packaging System at Global Sources Fairs at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. - May 08, 2008 - Global Sources
Non-Profit Kearny Alliance Asia Appoints Alexander Boome as Program Director
Focus on Advancing Mission of Aid Through Trade, Enhancing Job Creation, Export Development and Scholarship Programs Across Asia. The Kearny Alliance Asia, an affiliate of the nonprofit Kearny Alliance 501 (c) (3) foundation based in Scottsdale, Arizona, appoints Alexander Boome as program... - May 07, 2008 - Global Sources
Better Boys Foundation (BBF) "Fights" for North Lawndale Kids
Better Boys Foundation (BBF) “Fights” for North Lawndale Kids at 5th Annual Gala Fundaraiser. - May 07, 2008 - The Better Boys Foundation
Gracie and Diane Unleash TLC to Help Homeless Animals Find a Home
A One-of-a-kind Service Dog Team - Gracie the Italian Greyhound and Diane the Author, Singer, Educational and Motivational Speaker both have overcome life's challenges to bring hope to many. - May 06, 2008 - Diane Dike
Junior League of Toronto Trains At-Risk Teen Girls for 10k Run
JLT Kickstart for Health inspires Toronto youth to make healthy lifestyle choices. - May 06, 2008 - JLT Kickstart for Health
Cintas Foundation Presents Finalists’ Exhibition for 2008 Emilio Sánchez Visual Arts Award
Opening Reception on May 10th; Award Ceremony May 20th. - May 05, 2008 - Cintas Foundation
Sikhcess™ Announces Launch of Its 'Community Cleanup' Campaign in the United States and the United Kingdom
Sikhcess™ volunteers in the United States and in the United Kingdom plan to spruce up neighborhood living spaces and areas, including parks, highways, schools, playgrounds, and sidewalks. - May 04, 2008 - Sikhcess
MADD Founder Candace Lightner to Appear on Healing the Grieving Heart National Radio Show
Founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving to be interviewed by “Healing the Grieving Heart” Hosts, Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley on May 1, 2008, sponsored by The Open to Hope Foundation. - May 01, 2008 - Open to Hope Foundation
Free Wheelchair Mission Local "Walk for Mobility" Event to be Hosted by Jones YMCA
Walk for Mobility Event will honor local residents who did not let being confined to a wheelchair stop them from making the community, thus the world, a better place, as well as raise funds to give the gift of mobility to others. - May 01, 2008 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Local Resorts Teams Up With EFSN to Support California Schools
Educational Foundation Support Network has teamed up with WorldMark by Wyndham® to contribute funds through a community outreach program called Simple Fundraiser. - May 01, 2008 - Simple Fundraiser
Boston University’s Center for Digital Imaging Arts (CDIABU) Partners with Children’s Hospital Boston on Animation Project Event
CDIABU 3D Animation students tackle an inspiring project in a 24-hour animation marathon. - April 30, 2008 - The Center for Digital Imaging at Boston University
Thomas-Somero Design Increases Charitable Donations
Hollywood-based design team Thomas-Somero Design donates over $30,000 in services to various charitable causes. - April 28, 2008 - Thomas-Somero Design
Mother Earth Fundraising Allows Schools to ‘Raise Money Responsibly’
Website featuring eco-friendly products offers alternative to traditional catalog-style fundraisers. - April 27, 2008 - Mother Earth Fundraising
Söfft Shoe Company Donates Shoes to Teachers of the Not-for-Profit Program, Dancing Classrooms
Söfft Shoe Company, makers of women’s footwear brands Söfft and Softspots, today announced they are donating shoes to the teachers of Dancing Classrooms, a project of the American Ballroom Theater Company, a not-for-profit organization based in New York City. Dancing Classrooms was... - April 26, 2008 - Sofft Shoe Company
MAYA Launches Rhiza Labs to Bring Information-Sharing Technology to the Public Sector
The MAYA Group has launched Rhiza Labs, LLC, a software company that builds web-based applications to unify community information and improve decision- making in the public sector. The new company is an outgrowth of MAYA’s unique business incubation process that encourages internal research... - April 26, 2008 - Rhiza Labs
The 7th Annual Big Bad Ball Announces 2008 Silent Auction Co-Chairs
The 7th Annual Big Bad Ball (www.bigbadball.com), an event to benefit Hospice of Wake County, has announced that Allison Davis, owner of Sandfoot Photography, and Sarah Place, president and CEO of Place Trade Financial, will serve as silent auction co-chairs. The black-tie event is scheduled for... - April 26, 2008 - Big Bad Ball
Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Garner Office to Hold Barbeque Fundraiser to Benefit Me Fine Foundation
Meredith Morgan, president of the HPW Foundation (www.hpw.com/AboutOurCompany/foundation.htm), Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston’s nonprofit organization that supports local charities, has announced that the Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston Garner office, located at 1002... - April 25, 2008 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Award-Winning Children's Organization Jumpstart Teams with LL Cool J and Eight Best Selling Authors to Celebrate Education At Fourth Annual "Scribbles to Novels" Benefit
“Scribbles to Novels” Also Serves as Launch Platform for the 2008 “Read for the Record” Campaign with Featured Book “Corduroy.” - April 24, 2008 - Jumpstart
End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Clubs Celebrate One Year of Service in India
The Malaria Foundation International is pleased to report that its partners in Assam, India are celebrating one year of service as leaders of End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Clubs, which have been educating children and communities about malaria and reducing the prospects for illness, suffering and death caused by this disease. - April 23, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Dentist Fixes Broken Hearts by Teaching the Community to SMILE
Dr. Peter Badalamenti donates teeth whitening to help Women in Need for W.I.N. foundation. - April 22, 2008 - Badalamenti Center for Advanced Dentistry
Betsy S. Franz Awarded National Wildlife Federation's 2007 Bronze Presidential Stewardship Award
Franz receives award three years running for her dedication to educating her community about Taking Care of Their Share of the environment - April 21, 2008 - Betsy S. Franz
Sikhcess™ Launches ‘Bundles of Warmth’ Campaign to Help Ease the Suffering of Australia’s Homeless
Sikhcess volunteers in Australia plan to collect and distribute blankets, jackets, and other winter clothing items to homeless and needy in Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. - April 19, 2008 - Sikhcess
UrbanRide Offers Career Counseling Services to MPI Members
Members of the New York Chapter of Meetings Professionals International to receive 16 hours of professional counseling services. - April 18, 2008 - UrbanRide, Inc.
STARs Shine and Take the Time to Mentor
S.T.A.R. Foundation, actresses Lark Voorhies, Regina King, Tamela Jones, and Jill Marie Jones from the upcoming movie, “The Longshots,” will host an all-girls assembly at Westchester High School in Los Angeles, California in an effort to raise awareness to the increasing number of minority females who are contracting STDs and HIV. - April 18, 2008 - S.T.A.R. Foundation
Anderson Township Thrift Store Announces Second Anniversary Celebration
The Peppermint Pig Thrift & Gift Holding Event to Benefit Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary. - April 18, 2008 - Peppermint Pig Thrift & Gift
Brighton Center Announces Return of Speaker Series
The Speaker Series, a six week long, twice a week parent education program, begins on April 15 and runs through May 22. The classes will be held every Tuesday and Thursday evening at Two Rivers Middle School from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The spring series is being sponsored by insurance professionals... - April 17, 2008 - Brighton Center
Central Bucks Athletic Association Celebrates 35 Years
CBAA will celebrate it's 35th anniversary as The Doylestown Airport celebrates it's 80th Birthday. Flea Market is a Fundraiser for CBAA's Capital Campaign. Event is free to all visitors. - April 17, 2008 - Central Bucks Athletic Association(CBAA)
OurChurch.Com Launches Church Marketing Blog and New Top Church Search Rankings Local SEO Service
OurChurch.Com, the leading provider of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Marketing for Christian organizations, has announced the new Top Church Search Rankings service and ChurchMarketingOnline.com, a blog to educate and inspire churches to better connect with the people in their communities online. - April 16, 2008 - OurChurch.Com
Pastor Avery Kinney Leads Perfecting Word Praise Church to It's New Location
Perfecting Word Praise Church moves to Oxon Hill, Maryland. Pastor Avery Kinney is the Senior Pastor of this non-denominational "house of perfecting." This ministry is the perfect church for people who are not. Pastor Kinney speaks words of life and renewed strength to those who have been depleted by life and functioning on fumes. - April 16, 2008 - Perfecting Word Praise Church
The 7th Annual Big Bad Ball Announces 2008 Event Co-Chairs
The 7th Annual Big Bad Ball (www.bigbadball.com), an event to benefit Hospice of Wake County, has announced that Diane Dennis of International Financial Group and April Mills of Dixon Hughes will serve as event co-chairs for the Big Bad Ball. The black-tie event is scheduled for Oct. 4 at the... - April 16, 2008 - Big Bad Ball
Ned Jennings Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Jennifer Terry, president of the Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org) board of advisors, has announced that Ned Jennings, principal at FreemanWhite, a healthcare design firm, has been named to the organization’s board of advisors. As a board member, Jennings will assist in... - April 14, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Cincinnati PR Firm Awards Pro Bono Assistance to Boone County Arboretum
Boone County Arboretum Wins Eisen Management Group’s “Operation: Outreach 2008.” - April 13, 2008 - Boone County Arboretum
Annual Porsche Boxster S Giveaway
Touch the heart of a child with your donation to the Danielle Demarzo Foundation, Inc. Receive a chance to win a brand new 2008 Porsche Boxster S for each donation of $100 to the Danielle Demarzo Foundation, Inc. Maximum 1000 entries. - April 12, 2008 - Danielle Demarzo Foundation, Inc.
Yuri's Night Shatters Previous Party Records
When Yuri's Night, an organization dedicated to forwarding the cause of space exploration by holding events around the world each April 12, held over 120 parties on a single day in 2007, it was viewed as an incredible accomplishment unlikely to be topped. Earlier this week, though, Yuri's Night... - April 11, 2008 - Yuri's Night
CDM President Leads Local Businesswomen CDM President Leads Local Businesswomen on SCANPO Corporate Partnership Panel
Charleston-based fundraising consultant to lead panel with local businesswomen to discuss how corporations and non-profits can work together for mutual benefits. - April 11, 2008 - Corporate DevelopMint