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.
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
Adoptions From The Heart Goes Virtual Again with 2nd Annual Virtual Find Their Footing 5K Race
Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH), a nonprofit, open-adoption agency is hosting their annual Find Their Footing 5K Race. The race will take place during the weekend of Friday, April 23 to Sunday, April 25, 2021. This event marks the second year the race has gone virtual in light of COVID-19. - March 05, 2021 - Adoptions From The Heart
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
Florida Justice Center Offers Free Criminal Record Sealing
Florida legal aid organization provides free lawyers and launches fundraiser with goal of clearing 400 arrest records throughout the state. - March 04, 2021 - Florida Justice Center
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Hires Operations and Finance Manager
Nicole Ekblad brings extensive experience to Missouri nonprofit. - March 04, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Be Strong International Becomes Sole Nonprofit Named as Best Place to Work
The South Florida Business Journal has recognized Be Strong International (BSI) as the only nonprofit to be ranked among the 15 “Best Places to Work” in the small business category for 2021. This annual award event highlights 45 companies of all sizes that realize the importance of... - March 03, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Operation Food Search Nutrition Manager Named State Policy Representative
Carmen Berry selected to serve on the Missouri Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Board. - March 03, 2021 - Operation Food Search
Cal Coast Credit Union and the San Diego Gulls Foundation Join Forces for the San Diego Gulls Book and Learning Supply Drive
California Coast Credit Union is teaming up with the San Diego Gulls Foundation to raise funds for the San Diego Gulls Book and School Supply Drive benefitting Words Alive, a local nonprofit organization focused on reading for children, teens and families. From March 1 through March 8, community... - February 27, 2021 - California Coast Credit Union
STEERus™ Launches the World’s First Soft Skills Academy
STEERus, an emerging edtech, has launched the world’s first Soft Skills Academy to enable students for successful transition from school to work by coaching life skills and workplace competencies. And it's free to all students and educators worldwide. - February 25, 2021 - STEERus
Intelliversity Announces the Jericho Center of Medical Diplomacy to Screen and Treat Breast Cancer in the Middle East
Intelliversity announces that the Jericho Center of Medical Diplomacy will focus Phase 1 operations on screening and treating breast cancer in the Arabic-speaking Middle East. To this end, the Intelliversity team is planning to construct a unique medical tourism center in the biblical town of Jericho, on the West Bank of the Jordan River, an area currently administered by the Palestinian National Authority. - February 24, 2021 - Intelliversity
Saint Louis Closet Co. Plans Donation for Autism Speaks
Saint Louis Closet Co. is announcing plans to donate a portion of their March sales to Autism Speaks St. Louis through Closets for a Cause. The nonprofit has been in St. Louis since 2002 and is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. - February 24, 2021 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
Meals On Wheels for Kids Seeking National Expansion Partners in Eastern United States to Ensure Kids Can Access Free Meals During School Closures
Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH), a tri-county leader in hunger relief, research and program development, announced today that it is accepting applications for its 2021 Meals On Wheels for Kids (MOW4Kids) National Expansion Program. Approved applicants will receive financial aid and... - February 24, 2021 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Wolf Hill Group Places Tim Lawson as Chief Revenue Officer at RenPSG; Lawson Will Serve as Part of Company’s Executive Leadership Team
Wolf Hill Group, a nationwide executive search firm for cybersecurity talent, has announced the placement of Tim Lawson as Chief Revenue Officer at RenPSG, the largest independent philanthropic solutions provider in North America. In his new role, Lawson will serve as an integral part of the... - February 22, 2021 - Wolf Hill Group
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity Launches $6 Million Funding Campaign for Veteran Housing
$6 million in philanthropic support will be used for the development and zoning of the land. FVHFH will widen marketing exposure for corporate donors. National media features will supplement their marketing and advertising. – Fran Briggs, Publicist to FVHFH - February 21, 2021 - Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity
President and CEO of The Common Application Elected to Posse National Board of Directors
The Posse Foundation has welcomed Jenny Rickard, president and chief executive officer of The Common Application, Inc., as the newest member of its national board of directors. - February 21, 2021 - The Posse Foundation
Tigerlily Foundation Joins AACR and 130 Other Organizations in Heartfelt Letter to President Biden
Tigerlily Foundation, a national breast cancer organization, is banding together with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and 130 organizations, cancer centers and other institutions in soliciting the support of President Biden regarding the COVID-19 pandemic vaccination schedule... - February 20, 2021 - Tigerlily Foundation
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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.