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.
Sonitrol Pacific Participates in Relay for Life, Yields Success
Sonitrol Pacific served as a sponsor for the American Cancer Society’s Portland Relay for Life July 19 and 20 and their team, comprised of employees and friends of Sonitrol Pacific, won awards for Most Funds Raised by a Team, Most Funds Raised by an Individual and Most Spirited Team. The... - July 23, 2008 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Campaign, Welcomed at European Meeting
Dr. Mary Galinski, Founder and President of the Malaria Foundation International, attended the International Conference on Malaria held April 21-22 in Bonn, Germany: Joining Forces, Synergizing Action, Sustainable and innovative ways of ensuring long-term prevention and treatment measures by 2015. The MFI's End Malaria - Blue Ribbon pins were welcomed at the meeting. - July 22, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
A New and Proactive Approach to IT Support Will Now Help Businesses Control Their Costs and Emergency Down Time
SigNET Technologies LLC, announced today a strategic change in the way to provide better service to customers. SigNET's managed IT plans offer comprehensive tiered services tailored for unique information technology needs and requirements for businesses. SigNET offers plans for PC workstations,... - July 21, 2008 - SigNET Technologies, LLC
In the Scene Limousine Gives Back to Arizona Community with 5% of Reservations Going Toward Make-a-Wish or MADD
In The Scene Limousine recently delivered contribution checks to the Phoenix, Arizona Make-A-Wish and MADD (Mother’s Against Drunk Driving) offices in their newest black Hummer limousine. “Our clients were able to select which great organization – Make-A-Wish or MADD to contribute... - July 21, 2008 - In The Scene Limousine
USafricare Orgainzes an African Youth Workshop on AIDS
USafricare has successfully completed a broad "HIV Counsellors Workshop" partnering with youth organizations in sub-Sahara Africa. The workshop was tailored to educate and train youth counsellors and advocates on the fight against AIDS. - July 20, 2008 - USafricare
“Children Voices” as Change Agents in Promotion of Birth Registration
The registration of births and deaths has been made compulsory under the Registration of Births & Deaths (RBD) Act, 1969. As a signatory to the U. N. Convention on the 'Rights of the Child', 1989 India has a responsibility to ensure registration of all births. Though more than 35 years have passed since the enactment of the legislation, the level of birth registration is still not satisfactory. - July 20, 2008 - Plan India
School Emergency Kits Available. Just in Time for 2008 School Year.
50 million students are heading back to 99,000 schools for the 2008 fall term. All schools public and private should have emergency kits for students and staff. - July 19, 2008 - American Preparedness
Habitat for Humanity of Moore County Hires Amanda Jakl as New Special Events and Communications Coordinator
Amanda Jakl has been named Special Events and Communications Coordinator at Habitat for Humanity of Moore County, Elizabeth Cox, Executive Director, announced today. Ms. Jakl will have the responsibility of coordinating and creating events for both Moore and Richmond counties, handling public... - July 19, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
HSFA Announces Partnership with Southern Data Solutions, Donations from Nomad Security and BroadRiver Communications, Updates on Ready Program for Georgia
HSFA Leverages Technology to Combat Routine Crime, Eliminate Phishing and Minimize ID Theft by 2010. Privacy Protection Initiative Strengthened with Nomad Technology and Infrastructure Services by BroadRiver Communications. Fundraising Goals for Georgia Ready Program Within Reach. - July 17, 2008 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
SingleMindedWomen.com Partners with Houston-Based Non-Profit, Pink Door to Support Single Women Cancer Survivors
SingleMindedWomen.com, provides online community for non-profit Pink Door members and other exclusive benefits for single women cancer survivors. - July 17, 2008 - Single Minded, LLC
Business901 Launches New Program for Nonprofits, Connect with Permission
Business901 in Fort Wayne, IN has just launched a new nonprofit program called Connect with Permission. This program enables nonprofit organizations to define their core message, identify their target market and ideal clients, and then develop their programs accordingly. - July 17, 2008 - Business901.com
PanCan Announces Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Pancreatic Cancer Research
Team HOPE, the Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), will hold its second annual “Links for a Cure” golf event to raise money for pancreatic cancer research. The event will take place on August 25 at the exclusive Tam O’Shanter Country Club in West... - July 16, 2008 - The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Santa Clarita Rotary Club Installs Canyon Country Resident Doug Sutton as New President
Canyon Country resident Doug Sutton will be the 2008-2009 president of the Santa Clarita Rotary Club. The Club has many projects planned, including a joint project with the City of Santa Clarita to build a medical clinic in the Philippines. - July 16, 2008 - Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club
Contour Adjustable Beds Partners with America’s Heroes of Freedom to Donate 20 Beds to Wounded Troops
Contour Adjustable Bed Company Launches "Contour In the Community," a Program Designed to Give Back to the Community and Focus on Specific Projects That Will Make a Difference in the Lives of Others. - July 15, 2008 - Contour Adjustable Beds
Free Consulting Services Available to Nonprofits
Freelance writer and nonprofit consultant Chester Davis offers two free services to help nonprofits improve their programs, projects, and services. - July 15, 2008 - Chester Davis
The Cole Foundation Gives $30,000 for Habitat Homes in Richmond County
On June 24, 2008, Habitat for Humanity of Moore County was awarded a challenge grant from the Cole Foundation for $30,000 to build homes in Richmond County. The Habitat affiliate applied for the grant in December 2007 and worked for four months to raise the $30,000 needed to receive the match from... - July 13, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
DCIA Announces Inadvertent Sharing Protection Program
The DCIA today announced an industry-wide initiative to protect P2P users against the inadvertent sharing of personal or sensitive data. This program culminates a year of work among leading private sector participants along with government agency representatives. A summary document is posted on the DCIA website at www.dcia.info/activities/ispg/inadvertentsharingprotection.pdf. - July 12, 2008 - Distributed Computing Industry Association
Students Organize Islam-West Unity Event in New York City
Four college students, two from the West and two from the Muslim world, have founded an educational non-profit called 'Heal the Rift'. HTR intends to begin building a new atmosphere of optimism and understanding in the relationship between the Muslim World and the West by correcting misperceptions that stand in the way of reconciliation. They are holding their inaugural event, Heal the Rift 2008, on Saturday, July 19th in Washington Square Park from 3:00 - 6:00 pm. - July 12, 2008 - Heal the Rift
Announcing the Stargazer Club: a New Membership Club from NonProfit Solutions NW
The Stargazer Club offers nonprofit organizations vital consulting services in a flexible and affordable way. - July 11, 2008 - NonProfit Solutions NW
Ira David Wood III Named Honorary Chair of 7th Annual Big Bad Ball
April Mills, event co-chair for the 7th Annual Big Bad Ball (www.bigbadball.com), has announced that actor Ira David Wood III will serve as honorary chair for the Big Bad Ball, a black-tie event, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 4 at the Capital City Club. Ira David Wood III, father to actors Ira David... - July 11, 2008 - Big Bad Ball
DonorPerfect Announces New Social Network Fundraising Tool
DonorPerfect has announced the release of a powerful new viral fundraising and awareness tool for nonprofit organizations. - July 10, 2008 - SofterWare
Recession Proof Your Medical Spa
Medical Spa Society Sponsors Upcoming Webinar by Industry Expert Francis X. Acunzo. - July 10, 2008 - Medical Spa Society
The HPW Foundation Sponsors the Eighth Annual Auction for the Animals
Meredith Morgan, president of the HPW Foundation (www.hpw.com), Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston’s nonprofit organization that supports local charities, has announced that the organization is the presenting sponsor of the Eighth Annual Auction for the Animals, benefiting Second Chance... - July 10, 2008 - Coldwell Banker Howard Perry And Walston
Community Partnerships, Inc. Appoints Two New Board Members
Marilyn Forbes and Esther S. Hall join Community Partnerships’ Board of Directors. - July 10, 2008 - Community Partnerships, Inc.
Nothing Second-Hand About Giving: DirectBuy of Buffalo Donates Furniture and Fixtures to Buffalo’s Delaware Avenue Baptist Church
DirectBuy of Buffalo donated imperfect furniture, fixtures and other items to the Delaware Avenue Baptist Church of Buffalo’s benevolent fund. - July 09, 2008 - DirectBuy
Farm Bureau Insurance and ODAC Honor Scholar Athletes: Partnership Recognizes Excellence in the Classroom and on Athletic Field
Each year, the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) recognizes student-athletes from each of its 22 male and female sports. The awards honor student-athletes who distinguish themselves through outstanding classroom performance and athletics achievement. Farm Bureau Insurance is proud to help... - July 09, 2008 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Patrick Boyce Continues Support for Campus Crusade For Christ
Highland Capital CFO Patrick Boyce continued his support this year for Campus Crusade For Christ by contributing to its high school ministry Student Venture. - July 09, 2008 - Highland Capital Management, L.P.
Sleep-In For The Homeless - A Homeless Awareness Fundraiser Benefiting Homeless Individuals Served by Community Human Services
The “Sleep-In for the Homeless,” to be held overnight at the City County Building in downtown Pittsburgh on Friday, October 17, 2008 (a Friday evening), will benefit hundreds of homeless children, adults and seniors living in Allegheny County. - July 09, 2008 - Community Human Services
Speaking of Women’s Health Calls for Volunteers
Erika Mangrum, co-chair of Raleigh’s Speaking of Women’s Health Conference (www.swhraleigh.com) and president of Iatria Spa and Health Center (www.iatria.com), has announced that the organization is seeking volunteers for the 2008 conference to be held Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. to... - July 09, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
Business901 Launches New Website Designed for Nonprofits, FundingYourNonprofit.com
The Funding YourNonprofit blog is a gateway to the Business401Nonprofit program that describes how to put these strategies into action. The new site offers nonprofits a completely different method on developing long-term funding and performance strategies. - July 06, 2008 - Business901.com
WVCS Hosts 24th Annual Picnic in the Park Fund Raiser on September 6th
The 24th annual "Picnic in the Park" fund raiser, hosted by WVCS, will be held on September 6th at the Cupertino Civic Center Plaza. This is a chance for the WVCS to showcase their new logo design donated by LogoBee, Inc. - July 06, 2008 - LogoBee Logo Design
Studies Show Hope for Reversing Trend in People with Type 2 Diabetes
Number of People with Diabetes Increases to 24 Million according to new 2007 prevalence data estimates released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Studies show hope for reversing trend in people with T2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome using carbohydrate restricted diet. - July 03, 2008 - Nutrition & Metabolism Society
Katherine (Kit) Anderson Elected President of National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization
The National Study Group On Chronic Disorganization is pleased to announce that Katherine D. (Kit) Anderson, CPO-CDâ, owner of Anderson Organizing Systems, has been elected president of the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD). NSGCD is a non-profit organization whose... - July 03, 2008 - National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization
Westminster East Celebrate 60 Years of Rotary Service
In helping to celebrate the 60th anniversary of it’s charter, Westminster East’s members were joined by Assistant Governor Trevor Johnson (Epping), past members, wives, partners, Chelsea & Westminster Inner Wheel and Westminster Rotaract. Also present were members from Ashburton... - July 03, 2008 - Rotary Club or Westminster East
New Book Boldly Confronts the Christian’s Greatest Battle - the Battle Within
Whether you struggle with pornography, impure thoughts, drug addictions, or any other sin that burdens your heart, The Christian Art of War will give you tremendous hope. The lessons will teach you to work courageously with the Lord and to become ‘more than conquerors.’ - July 03, 2008 - Remnant Publications
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Premiere "Treasure Island USA"
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will present the premiere of a new play, “Treasure Island USA,” at the Emporium Center for Arts & Culture beginning July 11. Written and directed by CTK Executive Director Zack Allen, the play is based on the classic novel “Treasure Island” with a new kid-friendly twist. Set around Charleston, S.C. during 1713, the play revolves around the well-known character Long John Silver and a gang of treasure-seeking children. - July 02, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
The Jerry Douglas Band and The Christopher Robin Band at the Ridgefield Playhouse
A key member of Allison Krause + Union Station, guitarist Jerry Douglas is hailed by The New York Times as “dobro’s matchless contemporary master.” Focusing on the dobro, a resonating guitar instrument, the twelve time Grammy Award winner has been named Musician of the Year by The... - July 02, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Team PaySimple Raises $35,000 to Fight Multiple Sclerosis
Team PaySimple Riders Travelled 150 Miles in Over Two Days to Help Find a Cure for MS. - July 02, 2008 - PaySimple
Trichotillomania, a form of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Can Affect Your Physical Appearance
HelpMe2Stop.org raises money to help economically disadvantaged sufferers of OCD related disorder, Trichotillomania, to restore their hair and physical appearance. - July 01, 2008 - HelpMe2Stop.org
Reading for Cancer - Novelist Donates Book
New novel by author Michael Raymond intended to launch a new fundraising concept - Read a book for Cancer. Revenues from sales are donated to Cancer Society and readers urged to donate as well and pass book along. - July 01, 2008 - Michael Raymond
Reach for Youth Completes Business901’s "Connect with Permission" Program
Reach for Youth received training in developing permission based marketing strategies and tactics particular to their organizational needs. This program enabled the organization to define their core message, identify their target market and ideal clients, and then develop their programs accordingly. - July 01, 2008 - Business901.com
MagicSenses.com Joins the Battle to Save Gas and End Thirst
Magic Senses announced today their decision to sponsor 2Wheels4Water.com in their Summer Project of riding a moped across the Carolinas. The Project is about saving money on gas and raising funds to “help improve the lives of those who currently do not have access to clean drinking... - June 29, 2008 - Magic Senses
Jerry O. Allen, Partner, Chair, Nonprofit Organizations Group, Bricker & Eckler LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on FIN 48 for Exempt (Non-Profit) Companies on 8/06/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences and webinars announced today that Jerry O. Allen, Partner, Chair, Nonprofit Organizations Group of Bricker & Eckler LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference and webinar entitled:... - June 29, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
North Carolina Education Ball to be Featured on ABC11
Thirty minute special to highlight work of CISNC. - June 28, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
Executive Director of Computer Companies United Against Terrorism (CCUAT) Warns Against Government Loss of it’s “Eyes and Ears on the Ground” leading to another 9/11
Leading computer industry spokesperson on Counter Terror Readiness, speaks out against blinding Government Anti-Terror Agencies through lack of ongoing funding or by deterrents against public reporting. - June 27, 2008 - CompAmerica
Border Security Organizations Holding National Event at the Border July 4th
Gathering In CA Will Bring Various Groups Together To Celebrate National Sovereignty. A coalition of pro border security and anti illegal immigration groups announced an event designed to solidify their voice and celebrate national sovereignty. Billed as Operation Secure America Now,... - June 27, 2008 - Border Patrol Auxiliary
Safe Rides Unlimited Promises to Maintain Current Discount Pricing on Safe Rides
During this time of high Gas prices, Safe Rides Unlimited's Founder Mohib Sattar promised to maintain the current discounted pricing for safe ride users. - June 27, 2008 - Safe Rides Unlimited non profit organization
Red Bull Flugtag Team Will Soar for SHOC Foundation
Five members of the Rose City Rollers roller derby league are competing in this year’s Red Bull Flugtag competition. The team, named the “Funky Four Plus One More” are creating a hand-built, human-powered “flying roller skate” with wings that will be flown and piloted by one of the team members. The craft will be pushed off of a 30 foot platform over the Willamette River. - June 26, 2008 - Sherie Hildreth Ovarian Cancer Foundation
BusinesSuites Rides Along with Texas 4000 for Cancer: Austin to Alaska
BusinesSuites sponsors cyclists making the 4,500 mile ride from Austin to Anchorage to raise money and awareness for cancer prevention, research, and treatment. - June 25, 2008 - BusinesSuites
Hearts United 2008 Medical and Educational Conference
First-Ever Gathering of Children with Rare Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome Brings Families Together in Minneapolis, MN. - June 25, 2008 - Hypoplastic Right Hearts