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.
Founder of Vietnam Veterans Memorial to Visit the Wall
May 30 visit to Memorial at Noon - May 28, 2021 - Friends of Vietnam War Memorial Ad Hoc
Angel Flight NE Celebrates 25th Year of Service
Angel Flight NE celebrates silver jubilee of bringing smiles & hope to patients by coordinating free air transportation to life-saving medical care. - May 27, 2021 - Angel Flight NE
Lula M. Blake Honored as a VIP Member for 2021 by P.O.W.E.R.-Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Lula M. Blake of Brooklyn, New York has been honored as a VIP Member for 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of advocacy. These important women exemplify tenacity. They realize that in order... - May 27, 2021 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Meals On Wheels for Kids Expands to W Pasco: New Port Richey, Port Richey, Holiday, and Hudson
Delivering meals and shelf stable food to children, and their families, when attending school remotely. - May 27, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates to Alzheimer’s Association
Saint Louis Closet Co. is donating $3,289.47 to Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Missouri through their giveback initiative, Closets for a Cause. Their donation will help to fund the nonprofit’s advocacy efforts, nationally and locally, and raise awareness surrounding Alzheimer's... - May 27, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Observes Period Poverty Awareness Week
The Diaper Bank's St. Louis Alliance for Period Supplies program focuses on getting period products to individuals in need. - May 26, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Posse Foundation, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Launch Arts Leadership Scholarship in Puerto Rico; Bard College Offers Full-Tuition Posse Scholarships to Students from Puerto Rico
The Posse Foundation is expanding to recruit art students in Puerto Rico through a new project launched in collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda Family Fund and Bard College. Beginning this fall, the college success and youth leadership development organization will identify, select... - May 25, 2021 - The Posse Foundation
AmpleHarvest.org Announces Appointment of Martin F. Baumann to Its Board of Directors
AmpleHarvest.org announces the appointment of Martin F. Baumann, Adjunct Professor at The Washington Campus, to its Board of Directors. - May 22, 2021 - AmpleHarvest.org
Millions Use Internet to Search for Hope; Nonprofit Responds with Invitation to Explore God
Online ministry responds to pandemic by maximizing impact of digital evangelism while in-person church services remain limited. - May 22, 2021 - Explore God
Black Belt Community Foundation Announces 2021 Arts Grant Cycle
The Black Belt Community Foundation is announcing its 2021 Arts Grant Cycle. Community-based organizations from Bullock, Choctaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, and Wilcox Counties are encouraged to apply. The BBCF seeks to support organizations who engage... - May 21, 2021 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Operation Food Search Names New Chief Operating Officer
Carlton Adams brings 25 years of strategic planning and development to the hunger relief nonprofit. - May 21, 2021 - Operation Food Search
JFS St. Louis Hires Human Resources Director
Erica Becker to oversee HR management and department operations for the 150-year-old nonprofit. - May 21, 2021 - Jewish Family Services
Alexandria Cherry, Vice President, Emerging Markets Group Lead for Rare Disease at Pfizer, Joins Dream Foundation
Cherry to join the National Board of Directors of the national dream-granting organization. - May 20, 2021 - Dream Foundation
Katie’s Pizza Plans Donation for Peter & Paul Community Services
Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria’s next Giveback Tuesday event will take place on Tuesday, May 25 in Rock Hill. Funds raised from the day will be donated to Peter & Paul Community Services (PPCS). - May 20, 2021 - Katie's Pizza & Pasta Osteria
The Center for Adoption Support and Education™ (C.A.S.E.) is Opening a New Baltimore City Location
The Center for Adoption Support and Education™ (C.A.S.E.) is opening a new office in Baltimore, co-located with the Baltimore City Department of Social Services (BCDSS) at 2923 E. Biddle Street. This new location will be dedicated to helping economically challenged adoptive, foster and... - May 19, 2021 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Pangea Properties Supports Ida B. Wells Educational Programming on Chicago’s WTTW
Financing provided through the firm’s nonprofit arm, Pangea Cares, went toward production of a documentary and website about the iconic civil rights leader, journalist and suffragist. - May 19, 2021 - Pangea Properties
Research Team in Canada Gives Hope to 100,000’s of Children Around the World with New Finding
Charity cheers as research team uses exosomes from amniotic fluid stem cells to treat underdeveloped fetal lungs, restarting growth & normal functioning. - May 17, 2021 - CDH International
Operation Food Search Endowment Campaign Exceeds $5 Million Goal
Sunny Day Endowment, named after the hunger relief organization's longtime leader, recently reached $5.6 million milestone. - May 16, 2021 - Operation Food Search
New Age Marketing Ice Bucket Challenge
Marketing firm in Charlotte participates in their own version of the Ice Bucket Challenge, benefitting the ALS Association. - May 15, 2021 - New Age Marketing Inc.
Hope Seed Foundation Honors 20 Caregivers
"A caregiver needs care." Tasheba Gordon, a former caregiver of her mother for 7 years, wanted to honor those who care for others in the shadows. Most people don't even know what a caregiver is. Hope Seed Foundation is honoring 20 caregivers, 15 women, and 5 men, who were nominated by... - May 15, 2021 - Hope Seed Foundation, Inc.
New Jersey Celebrities Come Out for Hunger
With the need greater than ever, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey's virtual Blue Jean Ball raises over $1.2 million. - May 14, 2021 - Community FoodBank of New Jersey
Auerbach International Subtitles Inspiring Dalai Lama Documentary in 21 Languages Screened Over Four May-June Weekends
Global streaming release over four May-June weekends of first-ever, self-narrated movie of Tibet's Dalai Lama, 1989 Nobel Peace Prize winner, non-violence advocate, and inspirational fighter against adversity and obstacles. An oral autobiography, subtitled in 21 languages. - May 14, 2021 - Auerbach International Inc.
KOCT Television Celebrates 40 Years of Serving the Community; The Voice of North County to Host a Live Virtual Tour and Annual Fundraiser on June 1
Oceanside’s Channel, KOCT Television is kicking off its 40th year by hosting the KOCT Television Live Virtual Tour and Annual Fundraiser on June 1 from 6 to 7 p.m. KOCT Television is one of the last remaining fulfillments of unbiased Public Broadcasting in America today. For the past 40... - May 14, 2021 - KOCT Television
Selma Bartlett Retires After 67 Years in Banking
Meadows Bank announced today that as of April 30, 2021, Selma Bartlett retired from her 67-year career as a bank officer here in Las Vegas. As one of the first female bank officers in the state of Nevada, Selma has been influential in the tremendous growth of Las Vegas, specifically Henderson. - May 13, 2021 - Meadows Bank
Express Mart Raises Nearly $30,000 for Local Bike Program
Express Mart, a local convenience store and gas station chain in Jefferson and Washington County, has raised $29,719.89 in two months to assist Living Life on 2 Wheels. This donation will be made through Express Mart’s new giveback initiative, “em outdoors,” which focuses on getting kids outside. - May 13, 2021 - Home Service Oil
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Adds New Board Member
Cynthia Kirkpatrick brings more than 15 years of financial experience to the nonprofit. - May 13, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Meals On Wheels for Kids Needs Volunteer Drivers
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 Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties each week. Background checked volunteers drive... - May 12, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Meals On Wheels for Kids Expands to Brandon, Progress Village, Palm River, Riverview
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 Brandon, Progress Village, Palm River, Riverview in Hillsborough County. MOW4Kids delivers lunchtime meals to children... - May 12, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Meals On Wheels of Tampa Expanding Service Into Riverview and Gibsonton
Meals On Wheels of Tampa is expanding into Riverview and Gibsonton beginning June 1, 2021. MOWTampa’s mission is to nourish, enrich and strengthen the lives of seniors and individuals who have difficulty leaving their homes and are challenged to prepare meals. Steve King, Executive Director says, "The hardest calls we receive are the ones from people who need food but are not in our service area. With our new facility, we have the capacity to serve more folks." - May 12, 2021 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
Dee Wallace Lends Her Voice to Breast Cancer Survivors in Courageous Warriors - Beauty from The Ashes
Acclaimed actress Dee Wallace working with Darla Rae of Film It Productions narrates her latest feature length documentary, Courageous Warriors, Beauty from The Ashes. This film of extraordinary women, young and old, 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. - May 11, 2021 - Film It Productions
New Charitable Giving Report: Donors Shifted and Boosted Giving in Response to Crisis in 2020
New Analysis from GivingTuesday Data Commons Examines U.S. Charitable Giving in 2020, Underscores Volatility as Well as Opportunity for the Social Sector to Increase Generosity. - May 11, 2021 - GivingTuesday
Shocking Disparities Galvanize Maryland’s Child Advocacy Community; Advocates for Children and Youth Host Summit to Focus on Advancing Equity
With COVID-19 highlighting or exacerbating disparities, there are organizations and community members working to advance equity for all young people with bold, innovative solutions. This virtual Summit, featuring Chef Jeff Henderson award-winning chef and founder of the Chef Jeff Project, gives attendees a view into this transformational work through storytelling, research and advocacy approaches. - May 10, 2021 - Advocates for Children and Youth
Operation Food Search Distributes One Millionth Child's Meal
Hunger relief organization continues to proactively address food insecurity for children and families during the ongoing pandemic. - May 08, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Denali Advanced Integration Stands with India
Denali Advanced Integration Stands with India to provide funding for aid with the help of Providence Health - Commits to $100,000 humanitarian funds and seeks other givers - May 07, 2021 - Denali Advanced Integration
Pictures of Historic Markers Needed for Pomeroy Foundation’s Snap That Sign 2021 Photo Campaign
The William G. Pomeroy Foundation’s Snap That Sign photo-taking campaign is back for a second year and welcomes public participation across New York State for this outdoor, family-friendly activity. Snap That Sign is a statewide photo crowdsourcing campaign that asks participants to help put... - May 07, 2021 - William G. Pomeroy Foundation
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Creates Partnership with The Little Bit Foundation
Two St. Louis nonprofits join forces for the very first time to provide period supplies for area students. - May 07, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Metrio Sustainability Software Joins the United Nations Global Compact Initiative
Metrio Sustainability Software is pleased to announce that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative - a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices. “We are proud to join the United Nations Global... - May 06, 2021 - Metrio
Clubhouse International Recipient of American Psychiatric Association’s 2021 Special Presidential Commendation Award
American Psychiatric Association Honors Clubhouse International at 2021 Annual Meeting - May 06, 2021 - Clubhouse International
The Power of 100 Girls Seeks Inspiring Youth to Make a Difference in Their Communities
Nonprofit debuts Founders Circle membership to launch powerful grant and scholarship initiative for girls of diverse backgrounds and to empower change-makers. - May 04, 2021 - The Power of 100 Girls
Sawan Kirpal Ruhani Mission/Science of Spirituality Partners with Delhi Government to Convert Conference Venue to 1000-Bed COVID Care Center
Science of Spirituality (SOS) headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, through its sister organization in India, Sawan Kirpal Ruhani Mission (SKRM), is working with the Delhi government to convert its large conference facility, Darshan Dham, located in Burari, New Delhi, to a 1000 bed COVID Care center. - May 04, 2021 - Science of Spirituality
This Innovative Trauma-Informed Training Has Teachers Raving About How It Has Transformed Their Classrooms
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are much more common than many realize. Before the pandemic, 1 in 3 children in the U.S. had at least one ACE. Since then we have seen a skyrocket in suicide rates, drug overdoses and addiction, leaving even more children traumatized. Reverse the Adverse is a trauma-informed professional development that teaches urban educators how to better serve students impacted by trauma. Educators have reported seeing an 80% increase in grades in just one semester. - April 30, 2021 - GOAT Educators
Swedish Medical Center Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Swedish Medical Center received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Swedish’s achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog... - April 30, 2021 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Home for New Beginnings Announces New Additions
Receiving United Way’s grant brought new hands and hand-made pies to Cottonwood. - April 30, 2021 - Home for New Beginnings
Operation Food Search Receives $240,000 Donation for Franklin County
Anonymous donation specifically earmarked for the nonprofit's Franklin County partner agencies. - April 30, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Saint Louis Closet Co. Plans Donation for Angels' Arms
Saint Louis Closet Co. is announcing plans to donate a portion of their May sales to Angels' Arms through their monthly giveback effort, Closets for a Cause. This nonprofit engages the community to support foster families in their loving homes and beyond, keeping siblings together and allowing kids... - April 29, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
Alberto Carvalho Hails Student and Honorees at Be Strong International’s Spring Charity Event 2021
Introduced by Alberto Carvalho, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Redlands Middle School student William Romero embodied the essence of Be Strong International’s Spring Charity Event on Thursday, April 22 at The Rusty Pelican. The 13-year-old student spoke from the heart... - April 28, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Post-COVID-19 Remote Working is Key to Law Firm Recruitment and Retention
The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) released its latest white paper from author Zuzana Geremes, MSLA. Through her analysis of various studies and her extensive research, she asserts that a strong recruitment and retention tool for law firms is allowing employees the potential to work remotely. - April 28, 2021 - Association of Legal Administrators
Grants Available for Historic Roadside Markers in New York State
The newest grant round of the William G. Pomeroy Foundation’s New York State Historic Marker Grant Program opened on April 26, 2021. This program commemorates historic people, places, things or events in New York State within the time frame of 1740-1921. This grant round covers the following New York State counties: Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens and Richmond (Region 1); Nassau and Suffolk (Region 2); and Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester (Region 3). - April 28, 2021 - William G. Pomeroy Foundation
Kislak Family Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Florida Literacy Coalition
The Florida Literacy Coalition (FLC) has received $100,000 from the Kislak Family Foundation to support adult education and family literacy programs and initiatives in the Sunshine State. The grant from the Miami Lakes, Florida, foundation will support several new programs including: 1) online... - April 28, 2021 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Meals on Wheels for Kids Expands to Tarpon Springs, East Lake, Odessa and Palm Harbor
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 Tarpon Springs, East Lake, Odessa, and Palm Harbor in Pinellas County. MOW4Kids delivers lunchtime meals to children... - April 28, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger