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.
California High School Students Will Find Inspiration to Lead for Social Impact
Driven to Lead: A Celebration of Social Good, Action, and Impact is coming up on April 29, 2021. Safety Center will host a virtual leadership event on April 29, 2021 at 4pm to inspire high school students to identify solutions to social problems, reflect on their role in promoting community... - April 20, 2021 - Safety Center
Autism After 21™ Utah Initiative Launches First Statewide Action Plan
Nationally recognized Madison House Autism Foundation (MHAF) begins unprecedented statewide action plan in coordination, collaboration with local leaders to support adults with autism. - April 17, 2021 - Madison House Autism Foundation
The NIDCAP Federation International Releases a Podcast Series Called NICU Care with NIDCAP, Following World NIDCAP Day 2021
The NIDCAP Federation International releases a podcast series called NICU Care With NIDCAP following the celebrations of World NIDCAP Day 2021. In each episode, best practices are discussed to support the health and development of hospitalized newborns, infants and their families, and those that care for them, in intensive care nursery settings and beyond. - April 17, 2021 - NIDCAP Federation International
Hollywood Icon to be the Voice of Courageous Warriors; Beauty from the Ashes
Darla Rae of Film It Productions is pleased to announce that Hollywood Icon, Dee Wallace, will serve as an Executive Producer and will narrate Rae’s latest feature length documentary, Courageous Warriors; Beauty From The Ashes. This film is a tale of extraordinary women, young and old, who took their recovery from breast cancer a leap beyond medical diagnosis. They created new paths of wholeness through body, mind, and spirit. Now they offer those gifts to others. - April 16, 2021 - Film It Productions
AmpleHarvest.org Announces Appointment of Beth Rosenstein to Its Board of Directors
AmpleHarvest.org announces the appointment of Beth Rosenstein, Managing Principal for Deloitte Global Consulting Clients & Industries, to its Board of Directors. - April 16, 2021 - AmpleHarvest.org
Albany Law School Exceeds Campaign Goal Early
Total giving to Albany Law School’s We Rise Together campaign has reached nearly $32 million, eclipsing the $30 million goal four months early. We Rise Together: The Campaign for Albany Law School launched on January 17, 2019 when President and Dean Alicia Ouellette ’94 announced an... - April 16, 2021 - Albany Law School
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates Nearly $4,000 to Autism Speaks
Saint Louis Closet Co. is donating $3,824.19 to Autism Speaks St. Louis through their giveback initiative, Closets for a Cause. Funds raised for the nonprofit will go towards crucial autism research, advocacy, programs, and services. - April 15, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
Operation Food Search Creates Gleaning Partnership with Eckert's
St. Louis nonprofit to work with family farm and harvest excess produce for food-insecure families. - April 15, 2021 - Operation Food Search
The Eric Dalius Scholarship Will be Awarded Tomorrow, April 15, 2021
The bi-annual Eric Dalius Scholarship award will be made tomorrow, April 15, 2020. Eric has read through many excellent essays and has made his decision. The winning student will be advised by email. - April 14, 2021 - Eric Dalius Grant
California Teens Virtually Pave the Way for Safer Roads; 2021’s Safety City Teen Safe Driving Campaign Goes Virtual, Thanks to the Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation awarded $75,000 to Safety Center's Teen-to-Teen Safe Driving Campaign, a California high school program that encourages youth, parents, guardians, and communities to drive safely – from a teen’s perspective. With the increase in technology over the past decade,... - April 14, 2021 - Safety Center
Clubhouse International Teams Up with Nearly 200 Businesses and Non-Profits for Inaugural Mental Health Action Day
Clubhouse International, in partnership with 193 leading brands, nonprofits and cultural leaders is proud to announce the first-ever Mental Health Action Day, to be held on Thursday, May 20 during Mental Health Awareness Month. They hope to encourage more people to take action for better mental health. - April 14, 2021 - Clubhouse International
Almost 50 Organizations Pause to Give Life During Statewide Observance Honoring Organ, Tissue and Eye Donors and Their Families
Many different Donate Life partner organizations that participated in a statewide Donate Life Flag-raising ceremony and moment of silence on Monday, April 12 at 10:08 am. This event promoted the mission of organ, tissue and eye donation and honored organ, tissue and eye donors and their... - April 14, 2021 - Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates
In Partnership with the Pasco Food Policy Advisory Council, Network to End Hunger Expands Program Into Pasco County to Divert Food Surplus from Waste Stream
Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH), a tri-county leader in hunger relief, research, and program development, expands Creating a Regenerative Community Food System (CRCFS) program into Pasco County to help divert food surplus from the waste stream, in partnership with the Pasco Food Policy... - April 14, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Girls in Cities Recommend Bold and Concrete Action from Government in New Study by EMpower
Adolescent girls from 7 cities in India interviewed their peers to understand the real impact of COVID on girls. There are major setbacks in access to education and healthcare for those living in resource-poor settings. However, girls remain hopeful, and they have made actionable recommendations for the government and funders to help recover. - April 14, 2021 - EMpower-The Emerging Markets Foundation
"The Path to Healing Show" Launches National Tour of Hope, Healing and Horses
"Healing Has Come Across America" The Cast of The Path to Healing Show is taking their show on the road and Presenting a three day event beginning in Cherry Valley, IL. Text Event to 303-646-6558 for more information and how to register. - April 13, 2021 - Elijah's Path to Healing Foundation
Pioneering Online Theater Company Relaunches as a Live Cinema Studio
Remote Studios -- formerly Remote Theater -- to produce live Web teleplays and films featuring actors throughout the world - April 12, 2021 - Remote Theatre
Families of World War II Veterans Takes Part in Frisco Veteran’s 100th Birthday Celebration
Families of World War II Veterans is excited to announce it took part in a special birthday celebration in Frisco in honor of World War II veteran Burnie Sutter’s 100th birthday on Saturday, April 10. To help commemorate the birthday of this war hero, Families of World War II Veterans... - April 11, 2021 - Careington
St. Louis Nonprofit Participates in International Women of Courage Awards
World Affairs Council of St. Louis is one of only 12 council chapters in the country to host the International Leadership Visitors Program. - April 11, 2021 - The World Affairs Council of St. Louis
Lambert Vet Supply Donates Microchips to Weather Affected Sea Turtle Rehabilitation
Severe weather in February in New England, following in Texas, affected thousands of endangered sea turtles. The influx of cold-stunned sea turtles to rehabilitation centers, including Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton, FL resulted in a taxing time on organization supply inventory, including microchips for tracking rehabilitated sea turtles after release. Lambert Vet Supply is excited to assist in the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation mission through their donation of 2,000 ADEQID mini microchips. - April 10, 2021 - Lambert Vet Supply
Operation Food Search Hires Fresh Rx Team Members
Janae King and Danielle Williams join nonprofit's food-is-medicine program team that primarily serves pregnant women and their families. - April 09, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Healthy Humor’s Dina Paul-Parks Named to Crain’s New York Business 2021 List of Notables in Nonprofits and Philanthropy
HH’s Co-Founder and CEO Honored for her Leadership During a Difficult Year. - April 07, 2021 - Healthy Humor, Inc.
Icreon Boosts Its Customer Experience Orchestration Practice with Key Hire
Industry Veteran Mike Casey Joins Icreon as SVP of Solutions. - April 07, 2021 - Icreon
Adoptions From The Heart Brings Expecting and Birth Parents Together for a “Heart-to-Heart”
Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH), a nonprofit open-adoption agency with various locations along the east coast, is launching the Heart-to-Heart Mentoring Program. Heart-to-Heart Mentoring Program connects Birth Parents with Expectant Parents to provide support and guidance to those facing unplanned... - April 07, 2021 - Adoptions From The Heart
Pace Women's Justice Center Presents the Spring S.I.P. (Still in Place) Series
Virtual events that bring awareness to the issue of domestic violence, culminating in an exclusive performance by mentalist, Jason Suran. A unique opportunity to view his smash hit show "RECONNECTED." - April 05, 2021 - Pace Women's Justice Center
NEA Charitable Fundraising Services Can Now Accept Bitcoin for All Major Charities
As one of the largest Charitable Service Companies, NEA Charities can now accept Bitcoin as a donation to any 501(c)3 Charitable Organization. - April 04, 2021 - NEA Charitable Fundraising Services
Meals On Wheels for Kids Needs Volunteers in Tampa
Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH), a tri-county leader in hunger relief, research, and program development, is in great need of volunteers to help pack and deliver Meals On Wheels for Kids (MOW4Kids) in Tampa each week. Packing boxes of food takes place at Community Stepping Stones (CSS)... - April 01, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
PAWS NY Hosts Virtual Benefit: Spring Forward with Hope
The online fundraiser event will take place on Tuesday, May 11, from 6:30-7:15pm, and registration is now open to all attendees. - March 29, 2021 - PAWS NY
Enterprise Knowledge Graph Foundation and Knowledge Graph Conference Launch Joint Global Survey on the State of the Knowledge Graph Industry
The Enterprise Knowledge Graph Foundation (EKGF) and the Knowledge Graph Conference (KGC) are partnering to conduct the first comprehensive global survey about the size, nature, and direction of the knowledge graph industry. The survey asks for candid views about adoption maturity, use case... - March 28, 2021 - Enterprise Knowledge Graph Foundation
Applications Are Closing Soon for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program Through Partnership with Cook County Emergency Rental Assistance and YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago and Cook County have partnered to provide the community with COVID-19 Recovery through Cook County Emergency Rental Assistance (ccERA). Applications opened on Thursday, March 11, 2021 and close on Friday, April 2, 2021. All applications and questions may be directed at... - March 27, 2021 - YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
Mary’s Center’s President and CEO Announces Departure
Maria Gomez Will Leave a Thriving Organization in the DC Region after 33 years. - March 27, 2021 - Mary's Center
Be Strong International’s Marriage Matters Program to Host Drive-Thru Community Fair and Food Distribution Event
Uncertainty in employment and daily living, including food, has caused a great amount of stress on relationships, particularly marriages, during the pandemic. In response, Strong International’s new Marriage Matters program will host a Drive-Thru Community Fair and Food Distribution next... - March 26, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Be Strong International Awards Community Leaders at Charity Event
Mayor of Miami-Dade County, Madame Daniella Levine Cava, will be presenting eight community leaders with an award honoring their contributions during the pandemic at Be Strong International’s Spring Charity Event on Thursday, April 22. The invite-only event is intended to honor donors,... - March 26, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Junior Achievement of North Florida Has Set the Date for the 2021 Hall of Fame Luncheon
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the annual event which will be held on Thursday, May 27. - March 26, 2021 - Junior Achievement of North Florida
NJCTS Announces Passing of Founder and Beloved Leader, Faith W. Rice
Rice was a pioneer in advocacy for individuals with Tourette Syndrome. - March 25, 2021 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Operation Food Search Hosts Feast for Change Fundraiser
Farm-to-fork experience to benefit the nonprofit's hunger relief services. - March 25, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Saint Louis Closet Co. Gave Back to 12 Nonprofits Despite COVID-19
Saint Louis Closet Co. is announcing that they have donated a total of $38,918.23 to 12 local nonprofit organizations through their giveback effort, Closets for a Cause. This initiative has lasted for 12 months despite the COVID-19 pandemic and will continue throughout 2021. Each month, the... - March 24, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
2021 Youth Achievement Celebration Presented by the 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Inc.
The Youth Achievement Celebration is the Flagship Fundraiser for the 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Inc. and a great way to honor and showcase their mentees and their accomplishments. - March 22, 2021 - 100 Black Men of North Metro, Inc.
Tampa Crossroad’s New CEO Reveals New Look and Direction
Tampa Crossroads, a nonprofit organization serving the Tampa Bay community since 1977, helps people find their direction, through behavioral wellness, employment and housing services. Today, the nonprofit unveils a new direction of its own, as Tampa Crossroads’ Chief Executive Officer... - March 20, 2021 - Tampa Crossroads
Operation Food Search Provides $17,000 in Funding to Partner Agencies
Financial assistance marks the first time in its 40-year history that the hunger relief agency has allocated emergency grants to community partners. - March 19, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Cal Coast Credit Union Raises $35,000 to Support Local Businesses and Charities
California Coast Credit Union raises $35,000 for local businesses and non-profits during recent Shop Local campaign. - March 18, 2021 - California Coast Credit Union
Meals On Wheels for Kids Expands to Zephyrhills and San Antonio
Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH), a tri-county leader in hunger relief, research and program development, is now delivering Meals On Wheels for Kids Tampa Bay (MOW4Kids) in Zephyrhills and San Antonio in Pasco County. MOW4Kids delivers lunchtime meals to children who depend on school meals... - March 18, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates Over $3,000 to Pets in Need
Saint Louis Closet Co. is donating $3,222.22 to the APA Adoption Center through their giveback initiative, Closets for a Cause. Funds raised for the nonprofit will help thousands of pets in need of second (and third) chances at new loving homes. - March 17, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
The Red Dog Dash - The Little Red Dog, Inc. Rescue Aims to Help All Pet Parents Tackle Training Issues and Ensure All Dogs Are Walked Twice a Day
Not-to-be-Missed Educational Event will Benefit Dog owners everywhere and support the Lifesaving Work of Local Orange County-Based The Little Red Dog, Inc. - March 16, 2021 - The Little Red Dog, Inc.
Operation Food Search Awarded More Than $1.4 Million
St. Louis hunger relief nonprofit welcomes third round of CARES Act funding for a total of over $4.7 million received within the past 10 months. - March 13, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity Discusses Highlights of Veteran Housing Focus Study
"By creating affordable housing options, Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity is contributing to the economic and emotional recovery of veterans." - Fran Briggs, Publicist to Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity - March 11, 2021 - Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity
Hecht Trauma Institute Announces Inaugural Webinar: Cultivating Staff Resilience in Law Enforcement
The Hecht Trauma Institute announces the launch of its inaugural virtual Peace Officer Standards and Training certified course – Cultivating Staff Resilience in Law Enforcement. Live on Zoom, on March 24, 2021. About the Institute: The Hecht Trauma Institute is a global provider of affordable, culturally-sensitive training, research, and consulting, opportunities for professionals and paraprofessionals serving persons affected by trauma. - March 11, 2021 - Hecht Trauma Institute
Katie’s Pizza Plans Donation for Veteran Service Dog Training
Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria will host their next Giveback Tuesday on March 23 in Rock Hill for Dogs for Our Brave. Funds raised will go towards the nonprofit’s service dogs that are training to assist veterans. It costs $28,000 to train one dog in their program over the course of... - March 11, 2021 - Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria
New York Claim Association Appoints Carisk Partners Tyisha Torres as President for 2021-2022
Tyisha Torres, Vice President, Client Strategies for Carisk Partners, was elected President of the New York Claim Association (NYCA), and will be serving a two-year term beginning January 2021. With a focus on workers’ compensation and no-fault insurance claims, the NYCA membership consists... - March 08, 2021 - Carisk Partners
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington to Sponsor 2021 CEA Turkey Trot
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington, a leading Property & Casualty insurer headquartered in Hunterdon County, will be the official Bib Sponsor for the 2021 CEA Turkey Trot to take place on Thanksgiving Day in Flemington. This fun community event helps raise funds to support the Center for... - March 05, 2021 - Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington
Three Alliance Technologies Executives Named to CVA Board
Three Alliance executives will serve on the Board of the Community Value Alliance (CVA), a St. Louis non-profit organization offering exceptionally qualified business partners to help other non-profits achieve their operational goals. - March 05, 2021 - Alliance Technologies LLC