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.
Tigerlily Foundation Launches a New Web Series, BREATHE Tv on Facebook Live
Tigerlily Foundation in partnership with Puma Biotechnology, Inc. is excited to announce the launch of BREATHE Tv. BREATHE Tv is a sacred space, an educational and inspirational breast cancer lifestyle television series that brings together patients and providers in a space of purpose, while... - February 20, 2021 - Tigerlily Foundation
Assisting Underserved Students One at a Time | One Up All Foundation
One Up All Foundation's focuses on the needs of an individual to provide assistance to worthy and needy students to help them achieve more academically. - February 20, 2021 - One Up All Foundation Inc.
Seven12 Management Adds the National Speakers Association (NSA) Foundation to Client Portfolio
SEVEN12 Management (SEVEN12), a full-service management company, announces the addition of the National Speakers Association Foundation to its client portfolio in January 2021. Founded in 1983 by Chairman Emeritus Nido Qubein, CSP, CPAE, and the National Speakers Association (NSA) Board of... - February 20, 2021 - SEVEN12 Management
Religion Communicators Council Shares Video from Virtual World Interfaith Harmony Week Gathering
The Church of Scientology Nashville in partnership with the Religion Communicators Council held a special virtual meeting in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week with a multi-religious group. - February 20, 2021 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
One Up All Foundation Launches
Newly launched nonprofit, One Up All, focuses in on the needs of an individual underserved student with computers, tutors, mentors and money. - February 19, 2021 - One Up All Foundation Inc.
Operation Food Search to Host 28th Annual Golf Tournament
Swing To Heal Hunger fundraiser to benefit non-profit agency's programs and services. - February 19, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Operation Food Search Celebrates 15-Year Partnership with St. Louis Blues and Levy
St. Louis Blues games and Enterprise Center events have created a total food rescue donation of more than one million meals. - February 18, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Ferguson Roofing Completes "80 in 80" Charitable Campaign
Ferguson Roofing has successfully invested $40,000 in funds, time, or services in 57 501(c)(3) organizations after completing their “80 in 80” charitable campaign. The St. Louis-based roofing company kicked off this campaign in 2019 to celebrate their 80th year in business with plans to... - February 17, 2021 - Ferguson Roofing
“Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm)” by Peter Lake Will Benefit Families of Frontline Workers
Peter Lake releases his new song “Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated To Dr. Osterholm).” Despite being a catchy song that stands on its artistic merit, this song is released specifically for a more altruistic purpose: to benefit families of frontline workers who have sadly perished due to COVID-19 and inject more empathy into people’s hearts and minds during such a difficult time. Therefore, 100% of the streaming royalties from the song will be donated to the Frontline Families Fund. - February 16, 2021 - Peter Lake
Bringing Human Trafficking Education to the Forefront of Florida
United for Human Rights’ Florida chapter welcomes a new member as the Anti-Human Trafficking Educator for all their awareness and outreach on the human trafficking front. To schedule an event or educational seminar on the topic of human trafficking, contact Partnersfl@humanrights.com. In... - February 13, 2021 - United for Human Rights Florida
GivingTuesday Announces New Series Focused on Increasing Generosity for Recovery and Resilience
GivingTuesday receives new $200K grant from Craig Newmark Philanthropies to help launch free online sessions that explore the future of movements as a force for change. - February 13, 2021 - GivingTuesday
Clearwater “Scouting for Food” Nets Food for Dozens
On Sunday 8 February the Scouts from Troop 313, chartered by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, donated 270 pounds of non-perishable food items, enough to feed nearly 70 people. The donations, collected as part of their Council’s “Scouting For Food” event, were... - February 13, 2021 - Church of Scientology FSO
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates Over $3,700 to Pedal the Cause
Saint Louis Closet Co. is donating $3,732.25 to Pedal the Cause through their giveback initiative, Closets for a Cause. Funds raised for the nonprofit will help them to sustain operational excellence, support a first-class annual cycling challenge, and maintain an unparalleled customer... - February 13, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
Edmonton’s Food Bank to Receive 100% of Proceeds from 13 Golden Pearls Fundraiser of Love
Reclaim Your Dreams in 2021 and Make a Difference for Those in Need - February 12, 2021 - Dr. Allen Lycka
APC by Schneider Electric Names New Haven Public Schools as Winner in K-12 IT Makeover Contest
Does your school or district have a problem IT area that’s keeping your school from creating the best interactive learning experience? If so, plan to enter the 2021 K-12 Server Room Makeover Contest sponsored by APC by Schneider Electric’s IT Solutions for Education for a chance to win... - February 11, 2021 - APC by Schneider Electric
President Biden: Will You Save America’s Heritage Wild Horses?
An open letter to the President of the United States of America - Joseph R. Biden Jr. about the Bureau of Land Management's mismanagement of native-species American wild horses. - February 10, 2021 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
Special Needs Kids Get Exceptional Love from Be Strong Int’l for Valentine’s Day
Special needs children between the ages of 4 to 14 and their families will experience the love and compassion of Valentine’s Day through Be Strong International’s Exceptional Love Valentine’s Day Event on Friday, February 12 in Homestead. - February 10, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Beyond Spots & Dots Wins Communitas Award for Social Responsibility
Agency is internationally recognized for its dedication to supporting community members. - February 10, 2021 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Texas Trees Foundation and Pioneer Natural Resources Partner for Local Tree Recovery Planting Event in Crown Park
Dallas tree planting will result in 50 storm recovery trees. - February 10, 2021 - Texas Trees Foundation
Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland Receives a $25,000 Grant Award from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield for Home-Delivered Meal Program
Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, Inc. (MOWCM) is pleased to announce the grant award of $25,000 from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield for the Home-Delivered Meal Program. MOWCM provides nutritionally balanced meals, personal contact, and related support services to homebound individuals... - February 08, 2021 - Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, Inc.
Verb(TM) Presents Speaker Series Features Rear Admiral John W. Bitoff, USN (Ret.)
“A Stronger America: The Importance of Civility” - February 03, 2021 - Silicon Private Wealth
OrthoNeuro to Open New Office on Dublin Campus Of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
OrthoNeuro President, Larry T. Todd, Jr. DO, announced today that the practice will open a new office on the Dublin Campus of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OUHCOM). The office is slated to open in early spring and will house a physician office and physical therapy clinic. - February 03, 2021 - OrthoNeuro
Tiro Security Partners with Beyond and the GRC Center for Intelligent Ecosystems to Offer a First of Its Kind Cybersecurity Learning Experience
Tiro Security, a Las Vegas-based company offering a cybersecurity apprenticeship program called nextCISO (nextciso.com), is pleased to announce their partnership with Beyond and The GRC Center for Intelligent Ecosystems. Tiro Security operates the nextCISO program (nextciso.com), an initiative that... - February 02, 2021 - Tiro Security
Texas Trees Foundation, Target and Arbor Day Foundation Host Community Tree Planting Event in Veterans Park
Local tree planting event will result in 50 new trees planted. - January 31, 2021 - Texas Trees Foundation
The Black Women’s Health Imperative Welcomes Dr. Angelica Geter as Its Chief Strategy Officer
Dr. Geter will lead the implementation of comprehensive approaches to address health disparities and the impact of racism on Black women’s health through a strategic mix of targeted programing, legislation and corporate engagement. - January 30, 2021 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Posse Launches Virtual Program, Expands to Recruit Students from 20 Cities Across America for Full-Tuition Scholarships
The Posse Foundation - a national college scholarship and youth leadership development organization - has launched a major expansion initiative to recruit students from 20 cities across the United States. The new Virtual Program project was inspired by Posse’s successful transition to an... - January 28, 2021 - The Posse Foundation
Southwest Tennessee Community College Wins Prestigious 2021 National Bellwether Award
Southwest Tennessee Community College has won the prestigious national 2021 Bellwether Award in the category of Planning, Governance and Finance. The highly competitive award recognizes community colleges for their cutting-edge, trendsetting programs that are worthy of replication. Bellwether... - January 27, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) Names Sharon Dietsche, LCSW-C, LICSW to the Role of Director of Program Operations
The Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) has named Sharon Dietsche, LCSW-C, LICSW as their Director of Program Operations. Debbie B. Riley, LCMFT, C.A.S.E.’s Co-founder and CEO said of the hire, “Sharon has a vibrant career dedicated to providing clinical services to... - January 27, 2021 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Saint Louis Closet Co. Plans Donation for the APA Adoption Center
Saint Louis Closet Co. is planning to donate a portion of their February sales to the APA Adoption Center (APA) through Closets for a Cause. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to bringing people and pets together, advancing humane education, and creating programs beneficial to the... - January 27, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
IVI Appoints Dr. Richard Chapman as Chief Scientific Officer
ICER Director of Health Economics Joins High-Growth Value Assessment Nonprofit. - January 26, 2021 - Innovation and Value Initiative
Inner City Cultural Center II is Proud to Present a Short Film by Tuesday Conner, "Young & Na!ve," a Masterful Work of Art
Inner City Cultural Center II is proud to present a short film by Tuesday Conner. "Young & Na!ve" is a masterful work of art that brings the taboo world of Sexual Abuse into mainstream conversations through Performance Art, Open Dialogue and Honest Talk-Back with the Audience about the Signs, the Pain and the Healing. - January 26, 2021 - Inner City Cultural Center II, Inc.
Dierbergs' Campaign Raises More Than $118,000 for Operation Food Search
Annual holiday program assists local families experiencing food insecurity. - January 26, 2021 - Operation Food Search
The Marcus Harris Foundation Launches Its #35for35 Drive
New fundraising initiative designed to combat food insecurity. - January 23, 2021 - Marcus Harris Foundation
Troop 313 Soars Higher than Ever with 34th Eagle Scout
Troop 313, chartered by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, is proud to announce their newest Eagle Scout, Andrew Lumsden, the 34th member of the Troop to attain this rank Andrew’s Eagle Scout project benefitted Clearwater’s Moccasin Lake Park which is a 51-acre nature... - January 23, 2021 - Church of Scientology FSO
Massachusetts Pharmacists Association Welcomes Maureen Judkins, Pharm.D., RPh as President
The Massachusetts Pharmacists Association held its Annual Awards and Installation Banquet on December 16, 2020 and welcomed Ashland resident Maureen Judkins, PharmD as its 2020-2021 President. - January 21, 2021 - Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
Image Impact, A Non-profit, Announces a Scholarship to Help College Students with Disabilities
Image Impact 501(c)(3) Scholarship to Help College Students with Disabilities. Image Impact will provide ten, $250 scholarships to help college students with disabilities become self-advocates and successfully attain jobs and internships. Image Impact empowers students to break through workforce barriers and open doors through its Mentoring 4 Impact program providing enrollees with career readiness workshops and one-to-one mentoring. - January 21, 2021 - Image Impact
Katie’s Pizza to Host Giveback for Girls Inc. of St. Louis
Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria’s next Giveback Tuesday event will take place at their Rock Hill location on Tuesday, Jan. 26 for Girls Inc. of St. Louis. Funds raised will assist the nonprofit’s after-school programming, summer programing, transportation costs, and much more. - January 21, 2021 - Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria
Stamm Media Taps Event and Digital Marketing Veteran, John Boler, to Lead National Sales of Virtual Events and Interactive Technologies
John Boler to serve as Vice President – Business Development for Leading Virtual and Hybrid Event Producer and Interactive Solutions Provider, Stamm Media - January 19, 2021 - Stamm Media
Alzheimer’s Los Angeles Marks 40 Years of Service to the Community
With 40 years of serving the community, Alzheimer’s Los Angeles is locally focused and nationally and internationally recognized for providing high-impact support, resources, and education to people and families facing the disease. While their dedication to families today is unwavering, Alzheimer’s Los Angeles also turns its vision to the future and commits to ensuring that anyone in need of help gets it. - January 19, 2021 - Alzheimer's Los Angeles
National Early Literacy Nonprofit Organization Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors
Reach Out and Read welcomes new board members, Laura Bailet, Ph.D., Nathan Chomilo, MD, Nia Heard-Garris, MD, MSc, and Paul LeBlanc to the national, early literacy organization’s Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to welcome four outstanding and committed individuals to the Reach Out... - January 19, 2021 - Reach Out and Read
Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc. Moves Operations to a New and Larger Location to Support Rapid Growth
Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc, a leader in service dog training, has relocated to a new home on the North East side of Indianapolis, IN. The new location provides 2400 square feet of shared office space, conference room and intake area as well as 3000 square foot kennels for expanded training,... - January 16, 2021 - Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc
Scouting for Food Raises More Than $21,000 for Operation Food Search
St. Louis nonprofit also receives over 21,000 food items from Lion's Choice food drive. - January 16, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates $3,022 to Toys for Tots
Saint Louis Closet Co. is donating $3,022 to the St. Louis Area Toys for Tots through their giveback initiative, Closets for a Cause. The designer, manufacturer, and installer of custom closets and organizational systems’ donation will support the nonprofit in providing toys, books, and other... - January 16, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
AmpleHarvest.org Announces New Board President
AmpleHarvest.org announces the appointment of Wendy Gonzalez, Product Marketing Manager at Google, as President of AmpleHarvest.org Board of Directors. - January 15, 2021 - AmpleHarvest.org
Irish American Partnership Announces $1 Million Gift to Peter McVerry Trust to Expand Offerings for Homeless and At-Risk Youth
The Irish American Partnership (the Partnership) in association with the Peter McVerry Trust (PMVT), is pleased to announce a philanthropic partnership to develop a comprehensive educational program aimed at the prevention and alleviation of youth homelessness in Ireland. The investment was made possible by Partnership support, particularly from Partnership Chairman and Founder of national general contractor Clune Construction Company, Michael T. Clune, and his secondary school friend. - January 15, 2021 - Irish American Partnership
West Central Community Development Group Announces 2021's Board of Directors
The West Central Community Development Group (WCCDG), a non-profit organization whose mission is to revitalize the West Central Corridor (Historic Route 66), has announced this year's board of directors, including 12 incumbents and 3 new members. New Members: Carlos Garcia: Board Member –... - January 15, 2021 - West Central Community Development Group
SolarCraft Complete Solar Power Installation for West Marin Medical Center; West Marin Medical Practice Flips the Switch to Solar and Saves
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay clean energy provider for over 35 years, recently completed the design and installation of a 11.2 kW DC solar electric system West Marin Medical Center in Point Reyes Station, CA. - January 14, 2021 - SolarCraft
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders Promotes Patricia Phillips to Executive Director
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders (NJCTS) has announced that Patricia Phillips will now lead the non-profit as the newly appointed executive director. Phillips, a resident of Teaneck, started with NJCTS in 2016 as the Education Outreach Coordinator and was responsible for... - January 13, 2021 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Chris Freeman, Vice President of HIV Business Unit at Gilead Sciences and U.S. Army Captain Veteran, Joins Dream Foundation
Freeman to join the National Board of Directors of the national dream-granting organization. - January 12, 2021 - Dream Foundation
Scientology Information Center to Launch Talks in 2021
In honor of the New Year and to assist the community to make a fresh start with practical tools in 2021, the Scientology Information Center will be starting educational talks about basic concepts in Scientology starting Saturday, February 6. - January 09, 2021 - Church of Scientology