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.
Haiti Renewal Alliance via OneDiaspora.Org Activates Emergency Response Unit for Haiti Earthquake 2021
Haiti Renewal Alliance (HRA) activated it’s Haitian Diaspora Emergency Response Unit (HDERU) shortly after the August 14, 2021, 7.2 magnitude earthquake that devastated the Southwest Region of Haiti. Diaspora organizations are invited to register at www.Onediaspora.org to streamline the relief efforts. HRA pledges $50,000 towards it’s $3M Earthquake fund goals and encourages friends of Haiti to donate, and pledge towards these relief, recovery and sustainability efforts. - August 31, 2021 - Haiti Renewal Alliance
The Gateway Family YMCA’s CEO Krystal R. Canady Announces Retirement
Krystal R. Canady, CEO Announced Retirement Plans for 2022 - August 28, 2021 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Scientology Nashville Volunteer Ministers Join Local Flood Relief in Waverly
The Nashville Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers are active when disasters strike to help rebuild and recover. - August 28, 2021 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Project PEACE Donates 1,300 Backpacks with School Supplies
Over 1,300 backpacks with supplies were given to local students at Project PEACE’s Back-To-School Block Party. - August 27, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Pangea Cares Volunteers Serve Meals at Breakthrough Centers
Pangea volunteers, through the 501c3 nonprofit Pangea Cares, continues a partnership with Breakthrough on Chicago’s west side by preparing and serving meals at the men’s and women’s centers. - August 27, 2021 - Pangea Properties
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Partners with Rung for Women
Nonprofits work together to provide period supplies for St. Louis communities in need. - August 27, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Larz Anderson Auto Museum Honored at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
The Larz Anderson Auto Museum was invited to show a car at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, where it won the award for “Most Well-Preserved Pre-War Car.” - August 26, 2021 - Larz Anderson Auto Museum
PCN Announces Vice President of Development
Brett A. Mayer to lead new development efforts; looks to create revenue generation for the future of PCN. - August 25, 2021 - PCN
Nashville Religion Communicators to Hear About Youth and Faith
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - August 21, 2021 - Religion Communicators Council
Meet Matt Kloeber, President and CEO of R2S
Creating Priceless Relationships - August 20, 2021 - Donate 2 Impact
JFS St. Louis Receives $25,000 from the Staenberg Family Foundation
Nonprofit uses grant to help Holocaust survivors access healthcare benefits, stay connected to their communities. - August 20, 2021 - Jewish Family Services
The Citizen Science Lab Receives $250,000 Grant from Richard King Mellon Foundation
Grant is instrumental in creating new Hill District STEM laboratory for underserved communities in Pittsburgh. - August 18, 2021 - The Citizen Science Lab
Adoptions From The Heart Opens Fall Education Series to All
Adoptions From The Heart launches online Fall Ed Series to offer the opportunity for adoption education nationwide. - August 18, 2021 - Adoptions From The Heart
Artists Bring West Coast Flair to the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
On Sunday August 8, 2021, the Clearwater Community Volunteers hosted an art showing in partnership with an LA-based group of artists active in their community. The art exhibit featured Clearwater artists through sketches, portraits, abstract art, books, and poems. “I wanted to bring this... - August 15, 2021 - Church of Scientology FSO
Superior Grocers Gives Back to Our Future Generation
It was the first time that students were welcomed back to in-person teaching since the start of pandemic. Students arrived with bright smiles excited to return to campus along with a special surprise. Superior Grocers partnered with the Rialto Unified School District and provided Backpacks filled... - August 14, 2021 - Superior Grocers
Pangea Cares Continues Partnership with Operation Warm for Summer Kicks Drive
Pangea Properties, through its 501c3 arm Pangea Cares, continued its partnership with Operation Warm, donating $7,000 and 20 volunteers to provide new shoes for youth in Chicago. - August 14, 2021 - Pangea Properties
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates $4,133.22 to The BackStoppers, Inc.
Saint Louis Closet Co. is donating $4,133.22 to The BackStoppers, Inc. through their giveback initiative, Closets for a Cause. This donation will help fund financial assistance and support to the spouses and dependent children of all police officers, firefighters/volunteer firefighters,... - August 14, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
JFS St. Louis Awarded $200,000 Grant from the Tilles Foundation
Nonprofit to use grant to expand its Child Abuse Prevention Program to reach nearly 52,000 pre-K through fifth grade students annually by 2026. - August 14, 2021 - Jewish Family Services
Registration Now Open for "Spooktacular" Golf Tournament Hosted by Tampa Crossroads
August is National Golf Month, and there is no better way to celebrate than hitting the links in support of a good cause. Tampa Crossroads, a nonprofit organization serving the Tampa Bay community since 1977, is excited to announce that registration for its Spooktacular Golf Tournament is now open... - August 13, 2021 - Tampa Crossroads
Destination Scientology: Miami Highlighted by the Scientology Information Center
On Friday, August 6 the Scientology Information Center hosted a screening of the Scientology TV Network program “Destination Scientology: Miami.” - August 13, 2021 - Church of Scientology
Newly Named Petco Love Invests in Lifesaving Work of PAWS NY
Grant of $1,000 will help save and improve pet lives in New York City. - August 13, 2021 - PAWS NY
$20,000 Donation from TELUS Greater Toronto Area Community Board Enables Acorn2Oak Youth & Community Services to Support Local At-Risk Youth
The TELUS Friendly Future Foundation has donated $20,000 towards Acorn2Oak’s effort in supporting the mental health and wellness of over 245 youth and their families. With the on-set of COVID-19, Acorn2Oak has witnessed the dire need for additional support among youth and their families... - August 12, 2021 - Acorn2Oak
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank to Celebrate National Diaper Need Awareness Week
Sept. 27 through Oct. 3 to focus on the causes and consequences of diaper need. - August 12, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Stephen Hightower, President & CEO of Hightowers Petroleum Co. to Serve as Keynote Speaker at The Lexington Bluegrass Area Minority Business Expo’s 19th Annual Conference
On August 5 and 6, the Lexington Bluegrass Area Minority Business Expo played host to its 19th annual conference and its first ever virtual conference featuring keynote speaker Stephen Hightower. This will be Hightower’s second time serving as the Expo speaker – he spoke in 2009, and... - August 11, 2021 - Stephen L. Hightower
Dismas House Announces 11 New Board Members
Board expands to 43 as second year at 72-bed campus begins. - August 11, 2021 - Dismas House of Nashville
Skid Row Cooling Resources Provides Relief to Heat Crisis on Skid Row
The Skid Row Cooling Resources Coalition announces operation of 4 outdoor cooling centers in Skid Row to protect vulnerable residents, many of whom are unhoused and living in spaces with inadequate air conditioning, from the brutal impacts of historic heat. Heat is felt exponentially in urban areas... - August 11, 2021 - Homeless Health Care Los Angeles
Project P.E.A.C.E. Gives School Supplies to the Students of Goulds Community
Be Strong International’s Project P.E.A.C.E. will be distributing over 700 backpacks filled with school supplies to families in Goulds during their Back-to-School Block Party on Saturday, August 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Demps Park. Last year, Be Strong’s back-to-school book... - August 10, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Transform Africa Launches the Rollan College School of Literacy in Malawi
Transform Africa launches the Rollan College School of Literacy in Lilongwe, Malawi, Africa with former Malawi President, Her Excellency Dr. Joyce Banda. - August 10, 2021 - Courageous!
Southwest Tennessee Community College Eliminates $1.8 Million in Debt for Hundreds of Students Hit Hard by the Pandemic
Southwest Tennessee Community College has paid more than $1.8 million to clear outstanding balances for more than 1,600 eligible students who attended Southwest during the Spring 2020, Summer 2020 and Fall 2020 semesters. Southwest funded the unprecedented debt-relief package with U.S. Department... - August 09, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
The Black Women’s Health Imperative Announces Anniversary Week Celebration to Commemorate 38+ Years
The week-long series of virtual events will occur from August 8-14 with participation by dynamic speakers who include: Olympic 4-Time Gold Medalist and Former WNBA Champion Lisa Leslie, host and comedian Sherri Shepherd, strategist Angela Rye, Esq., actresses Sheryl Lee Ralph, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Elise Neal, recording artist Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins, television personalities Tami Roman and Dr. Contessa Metcalfe and a host of other health professionals, community activists and non-profit leaders - August 09, 2021 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Million Kids Predicts Prostitution Will be California's Silent Tsunami
There is a bill making its way through California legislation that will legalize street prostitution in California and allow those previously convicted of prostitution, or related offenses, to have their sentences overturned or dismissed as reported by MillionKids.org, a non-profit organization... - August 09, 2021 - Million Kids
Joy Nash Joins Cast of LGBTQIA+ Film Serpentine Pink
Joy Nash joined the cast of Serpentine Pink - an LGBTQ+ neo-noir set in the desert-weird world of Joshua Tree, CA, confronting domestic violence and the trauma that stems from it. - August 09, 2021 - Hard Knock Productions
Back to School - Back to Scouting with Troop 313
Troop 313 chartered by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization will resume their Troop meetings as of Monday August 30. Applications to join Troop 313 will be accepted throughout September as the school year begins. Scouts of all faiths are welcome. “Amongst many things, Scouting... - August 07, 2021 - Church of Scientology FSO
SouthEast Innovation Institute Aligned for Success to Assist Tech Companies
The SouthEast Innovation Institute (SEII), a not-for-profit 501(c)3 research institute, is uniquely aligned through their partnerships and personnel to help companies identify and acquire government funding. The organization is rapidly growing across the Southeast U.S. to expand technology commercialization for small businesses and align military innovative needs with private commercial interests. - August 06, 2021 - SouthEast Innovation Institute (SEII)
Makefield Women’s Association Launches Sneaker Collection Fundraiser
Makefield Women's Association (MWA) is holding a sneaker collection fundraiser through the beginning of September. MWA will earn funds based on the total quantity of gently worn, used, and new sneakers collected. GotSneakers.com, a social enterprise, will issue funds in compensation for the... - August 06, 2021 - Makefield Women's Association
Blue Shark Vodka and Atlantic Shark Institute Find Vulnerabilities in Shark Populations
Throughout June and July Blue Shark Vodka’s shark research mission with The Atlantic Shark Institute was unable to locate any female blue sharks, pointing to extreme vulnerabilities in the species’ population. Blue Shark Vodka’s intention was, in addition to funding needed... - August 05, 2021 - Daytoon, Inc.
Horizons National Receives $25,000 Grant from Newman’s Own Foundation
Horizons National has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Newman’s Own Foundation, the independent foundation created by the late actor and philanthropist Paul Newman. The award to Horizons National was made by Newman’s Own Foundation as part of its commitment to the empowerment of... - August 05, 2021 - Horizons National
Nyalla D. Schwartz Honored as a Woman of the Month for September 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. - Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized
Nyalla D. Schwartz of Los Angeles, California, will be honored as a Woman of the Month for September 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of financial services. Each month, P.O.W.E.R. - August 03, 2021 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
New Organization, Student LunchBox Formed in Los Angeles to Fight Food Insecurity Among Low-Income College Students
Student LunchBox, a nonprofit charitable organization, is formed to fight college hunger by soliciting and distributing food and boarding essentials to low-income students who cannot afford balanced meals. - August 03, 2021 - Student LunchBox
Basketball Industry Veteran Alton Byrd Joins The Book Fairies’ Board of Directors
Former Pro Player and Team Executive of WNBA Team Atlanta Dream, Byrd Brings Unique Strategic Guidance to Growing Literacy Non-Profit, The Book Fairies - August 02, 2021 - The Book Fairies
JFS St. Louis to Hold 150th Anniversary Gala
Celebration to mark historic milestone for nonprofit. - August 01, 2021 - Jewish Family Services
The Way to Happiness Invites Community to Youth-Led Friendship Day
The Church of Scientology Nashville and The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee are planning the annual Friendship Day Celebration for 2021. - July 31, 2021 - The Way to Happiness
Debtless NFP Disrupts Predatory Lending, Launches Scholarship
Debtless' mission is centered around debt forgiveness and financial education. - July 31, 2021 - Debtless NFP
Downed Bikers Association of OKC Visits Local Long-Term Care Community
Residents of Jones, Oklahoma's Oak Hills Care Center experience meet and greet with Downed Bikers Association members. - July 30, 2021 - Voyage Long Term Care
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank to Hold Second Annual Underpants Dance
Nonprofit to raise funds for its diaper bank and period supplies program - July 30, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
"Gitenstein Nomination for Ambassador to the European Union is Good News for US and Europe," Says Alianta Chair Jim Rosapepe
Alianta, the DC-based organization dedicated to strengthening Romanian-American cultural, economic and security ties, praised President Joe Biden’s nomination of its co-founder, Mark Gitenstein, as US Ambassador to the European Union. Alianta is a national organization of Americans, US... - July 30, 2021 - Alianta
Aging Better Expo 2021
Elderwerks is offering a 5-day interactive and virtual experience where attendees will learn in a fun, engaging live-streamed expo that includes expert education and tips on aging topics. - July 29, 2021 - Elderwerks
VaroTeam, a Leader in Bookkeeping Services, Announces That It Created an Offering Dedicated to Nonprofit Organizations and Social Impact Ventures
VaroTeam, one of the fastest growing accounting firms in the US, has added a service line to serve nonprofit organizations and social impact ventures. With three levels of service offered in this new business model, VaroTeam’s clients will receive higher quality data at a lower cost and assist nonprofits in managing tight budgets and compliance with significant governance requirements. - July 29, 2021 - VaroTeam
Stephanie L. Bailey Honored as a Woman of the Month for July 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. - Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Stephanie L. Bailey of San Tan Valley, Arizona has been honored as a Woman of the Month for July 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of human services and beauty. Each month, P.O.W.E.R. - July 27, 2021 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Jacksonville Company Grants New Roofs to Local Teachers in Its Annual Program
Reliant announces the fifth annual Every Shingle Heart Initiative. For 2021, Reliant will select three local teachers to receive free roofs. Nominations for Every Shingle Heart will be accepted from July 26 through August 31, 2021. - July 26, 2021 - Reliant Roofing, Solar, & Hurricane Shutters