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.
Boone Center, Inc. to Hold 13th Annual Behind the Mask Gala
Proceeds to benefit non-profits' employment facilities, programs for adults with disabilities. - January 25, 2020 - Boone Center, Inc.
BB King’s Grandson Fights Human Trafficking with January Gentlemen’s Ball
On January 18th, Mr. Christopher King, President of United for Human Rights and the grandson of Blues legend BB King, held the Gentlemen’s Ball Against Human Trafficking. The event was held at the Fort Harrison, the international religious retreat for the Church of Scientology. With 350... - January 25, 2020 - Church of Scientology FSO
Scouts Get Prepared for Any Emergency on the Road to Eagle at the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
With merit badge workbooks in tow, 10 Scouts and their families converged at the Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) Center in downtown Clearwater to earn the Emergency Preparedness merit badge on January 18th. Hailing from four different troops they learned what it takes to “Be... - January 25, 2020 - Church of Scientology FSO
Veteran Project Manager Mentor Alliance (VPMMA) Hosts Inaugural Golf Tournament in Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ based Military Veteran 501c3 Non-profit Organization Plans Tournament at The Legacy Golf Club - January 25, 2020 - VPMMA
ALS Therapy Development Institute Announces Naming of Augie’s Quest Translational Research Center
“It’s really incredible. For 15 years, Augie’s Quest has been dedicated to raising the critical funds and broad awareness needed to help fast-track ALS TDI’s cutting-edge ALS research – specifically providing ALS TDI with more than $150 million to advance its efforts to end ALS,” commented Steven Perrin Ph.D., CEO of ALS TDI. - January 24, 2020 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
ALA Announces Appointment of Interim Executive Director
The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) today announced that April Campbell, JD, will join the Association’s professional staff as Interim Executive Director, effective February 1. This follows the news that ALA’s Board of Directors has initiated a formal search for its next Executive Director after the resignation of Oliver Yandle, JD, CAE. Yandle’s last day with ALA will be January 31. - January 24, 2020 - Association of Legal Administrators
Nashville Religion Communicators Council to Hear About Podcasting
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - January 24, 2020 - Religion Communicators Council
The Mommie Series Announces San Antonio as First Expansion City
Popular Houston-based event series for women set for early 2020 launch in South Texas. - January 23, 2020 - The Mommie Series
Antis Roofing & Waterproofing Announces New VP of Finance
Audrey Schneider becomes Antis' new head of finance after serving four years as director. - January 23, 2020 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing
Bridge The Gaps Announces Good Sports Grant Receipt
Bridge The Gaps, a non-profit 501(3)(c) organization connecting underprivileged athletics and education, announces a grant receipt from Good Sports. - January 23, 2020 - Bridge The Gaps
St. Petersburg Endodontics Presenting Sponsor for Great Explorations “Night at the Brewseum” Event
St. Petersburg Endodontics is the presenting sponsor for the unique event, “A Night at the Brewseum,” to be held on Friday, January 31, from 7-10pm at Great Explorations Children’s Museum, located at 1925 4th Street N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704. This 21 and over only adult event... - January 23, 2020 - St. Petersburg Endodontics
Tampa Bay Charity Coalition Ring in the New Year with First Luncheon for 2020
On January 15th 2020 the Tampa Bay Charity Coalition held their first meeting of the decade with some 30 different charities in attendance. The bi-monthly luncheon was held at the iconic retreat of the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, the historic Fort Harrison. The Tampa Bay... - January 23, 2020 - Church of Scientology FSO
Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication Announces New Members
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide of Farmingdale, New York is proud to announce their newest members who will be included in their next edition for their contributions and achievements in the many fields listed. About New Members Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide is pleased... - January 22, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
John P. Butler, President and CEO of Akebia Therapeutics, Takes Helm as New Chair of Nation’s Largest Kidney Coalition
Butler will focus on supporting innovation to improve patient-centric care for individuals living with kidney disease, kidney failure and transplants. - January 21, 2020 - Kidney Care Partners
NAFA Appoints 2020 Board of Directors
New Leadership Prepares to Extend Oversight into Advocacy, Education and Integration Initiatives - January 21, 2020 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Boom Cups Celebrity Sports Showdown (Orlando) 2020 Chris Johnson Celebrity Basketball Game
Boom Cups Celebrity Sports Showdown is back in Orlando during Pro Bowl for the 4th year in a row. Celebrity Sports Entertainment, iHeart Radio & 104.5 The Beat presents.... Chris Johnson Celebrity Basketball Game to be held at Amway Center (home of The Orlando Magic) on Saturday, January 25 at 8pm. - January 20, 2020 - Ft Liquordale Entertainment
Friends of the Rainforest Introduces New Biodiversity Data App
St. Louis nonprofit adds forest mapping program for students to utilize - January 17, 2020 - Friends of the Rainforest
Color Marketing Group Announces 2020 President
ColorFuel’s founder and color anthropologist, Peggy Van Allen, was appointed president of Color Marketing Group® (CMG) for a two-year term starting in January 2020. Van Allen is an independent color and trend forecaster in Illinois with many years as a corporate color design professional... - January 16, 2020 - Color Marketing Group
A Handsome Stray Cat Takes Center Stage with His Book Launch on National Love Your Pet Day
One lucky stray who found a family will be celebrated on National Love Your Pet Day (Feb. 20, 2020), with the release of the children’s book, “Tribbs: The Very Handsome Cat.” A portion of all proceeds from the book, authored by Faye Rapoport DesPres, illustrated by Laurel McKinstry Petersen, and designed and edited by MaryChris Bradley, will be donated to non-profit animal rescue organizations. - January 16, 2020 - Faye Rapoport DesPres
Big Brothers Big Sisters Merger
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gallatin County and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Park & Sweet Grass Counties announced their merger into one nationally sanctioned affiliate: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country. Under the leadership of Lander Bachert, the two organizations joined forces January 1, 2020 and will serve community matches, and mentorships in Livingston, Gardiner, Bozeman, Big Timber, Ennis, Big Sky, and the greater Gallatin area. - January 15, 2020 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country
International Peeling Society-USA Announces Peeling Around the World Course Agenda and Faculty
Session held March 19, 2020 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. - January 15, 2020 - International Peeling Society-USA
Autism Hope Alliance Donates Over $58,000 in Products to Local Autism Families
A national autism organization donates over $58,000 products to local autism families to make a difference. - January 15, 2020 - Autism Hope Alliance
Operation Food Search Adds Three New Board Members
Laura Bryant, Nik Brym, and Steve Spratt join non-profit's board. - January 15, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind Expands Support Services; $36,840 Grant from Quantum Foundation to Help Visually Impaired Individuals in Palm Beach County
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. of Palm Springs is expanding support services to those with vision loss in Palm Beach County and providing professional development to its staff members thanks to a recent grant from Quantum Foundation. - January 15, 2020 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
NJCTS Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Creation of New Logo and a Fresh Brand
In recognition their 15th anniversary and the thousands of people touched, the organization has announced a logo change. - January 14, 2020 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
North County Health Services Host's 2020 Passion for Healing Gala
North County Health Services (NCHS) will host its 3rd annual gala on April 4, 2020. The Passion for Healing “Roaring into the 20s” Gala will take place at the beautiful Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa. The event will feature a Roaring Twenties theme. Guests will be transported to... - January 13, 2020 - NCHS
Operation Love Concert Presented by Annese Events
Operation Love Concert is a benefit concert for Charlottesville area business woman Holly Hermanson Carter. For over 25 years Holly has helped area clients through her therapeutic massage practice. Now her friends, family and colleagues are rallying around her with love, music and support with this fundraising event. - January 13, 2020 - Annese Events
Divine Design Events LLC to Help Local Schools
Divine Design Events LLC is hoping to donate money to many of our local schools to help aid in our children's educations. Through a Hippity Hop Easter Market event, Divine Design Events LLC is planning to help raise money to give back to the schools. - January 12, 2020 - Divine Design Events LLC
Let Freedom Ring Human Trafficking Awareness Event to be Held at La Masseria in Palm Beach Gardens on 1.20.20 from 6-9pm hosted by Dawn Marie, Human Trafficking Speaker
This event to be held on MLK JR. Day is to educate the community about human trafficking which is essentially modern-day slavery. Guests will learn how we can keep our community's most vulnerable safe. Community leaders, law enforcement and pro athletes will speak. Young artists will perform in between presentations. Notable speakers include State Attorney Dave Aronberg. Donations will be accepted for Hepzibah House which provides aid to trafficking vistims. - January 11, 2020 - La Masseria
3Sixty Pharma Solutions Partners with Westchester Biotech Project
Leveraging its “360Start-Up” Powerhouse to Grow a Dynamic Non-Profit for Scientists - January 11, 2020 - 3Sixty Pharma Solutions
Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Gets the Green-Thumbs Up with Gardening Workshop
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center (CCV) will host a Gardening Workshop and Plant Giveaway on January 11th at 2 p.m. to educate young people on the environment. - January 11, 2020 - Church of Scientology FSO
Make a Difference at The Gateway Family YMCA on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
Contributing to the greater good strengthens community. - January 09, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Boone Center Announces CEO Resignation
Tony Spielberg to seek new opportunities. - January 09, 2020 - Boone Center, Inc.
La Roca FC Hosts Gala for At-Risk Children
Nick Rimando joins La Roca FC for their first annual gala to raise money for the Carmen Wood Scholarship Fund. - January 08, 2020 - La Roca Futbol Club
LaTribuna Christian Publishing Reports on the Blessing of Donating Water Wells in Third World Countries
LaTribuna recently sat down with Pastor Ken Fox of Phoenix Arizona who has donated eighteen life-saving water wells over the past few years. The donation of a water well is a true blessing for those who are lacking fresh drinking water. - January 08, 2020 - LaTribuna Christian Publishing
The Marcus Harris Foundation Launches Project ClassAct
New program helps fully fund teachers' classroom needs. - January 08, 2020 - Marcus Harris Foundation
Florida Keys Children's Shelter Raises the Bar on Fundraising Events
The 18th Annual Mayors' Ball is sure to be a draw with VIP American Realist Painter Adam S. Rote. - January 07, 2020 - Florida Keys Children’s Shelter
Giveadelphia, a New Community Organization, Begins the New Year with Sold Out Event and Growing List of Sponsors
Giveadelphia, a new community organization of young professionals in Philadelphia, begins the new year with a sold out event and a growing list of sponsors for their inaugural Love Back Ball. - January 06, 2020 - Giveadelphia
MyUS.com Campaign, Aimed at Providing Ethiopians Access to Safe Drinking Water, Raises $20,000
In an effort to continue positively influencing the communities of its global members, MyUS.com has partnered with charity: water to raise funds to help build drinking wells in Ethiopia, a country where 62 million individuals currently lack access to safe drinking water. MyUS.com donated $1 for... - January 05, 2020 - MyUS.com
4th Annual "Hollywood China Night" Oscars® Party Set for The Beverly Hilton, Beverly Hills, California, USA on Sunday, February 9, 2020
The American-Chinese CEO Society (ACCS) hosts American & Chinese CEOs, global film industry professionals, actors, athletes and dignitaries from China on Hollywood’s biggest night of glamour and red-carpet sightings. - December 30, 2019 - DOME Consulting, LLC
Exonerated Media Continues to Prove the Truth is Just a Part of Being Set Free
Kyndall Francis, Mark Carver, David Wiggins, Kenneth Wyniemko and New York's newly named "Exonerated Five" are just a few of the recently featured cases that's been covered by Exonerate Media. Exonerated Media continues to prove that truths are easy to understand once they are discovered. EMC continues the long and tedious process of discovering those truths and documenting them for those who have been wronged by the system designed to protect them. - December 29, 2019 - Exonerated Media Company
Tampa Bay Children Invited to Make Resolutions and Flourish in 2020
On December 28 at 2:00pm, the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center and the Way to Happiness Association Tampa Bay will host a Children’s New Year’s party, with a special New Year’s Ball Drop included. Families and children are welcomed to participate in an assortment of... - December 28, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Clearwater Community Volunteers Brings Christmas Early to Foster Families
On Saturday, December 21, the iconic Winter Wonderland in downtown Clearwater rang with the laughter of nearly 200 foster children for the 4th Annual Holiday Fun for Kids. Hosted by the Clearwater Community Volunteers, the event attracted foster children and their parents from as far away as Pasco... - December 28, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Jive Aces "Swinging in the Rain" at Clearwater’s Winter Wonderland
On December 21, United Kingdom’s Jive Aces brought holiday cheer to Downtown Clearwater’s Winter Wonderland with a concert performance for all to enjoy. Despite the rain, dancers took the opportunity not only to sing in the rain, but to swing as well. The Jive Aces are a 6-piece swing... - December 28, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Ellipsis Technologies Partners with LEAD Greenville for Form Spam Protection
Ellipsis Technologies is proud to partner with LEAD Greenville in protecting their site with the Ellipsis Human Presence™ security technology focused on combating form spam for site owners. LEAD Greenville was created to bridge the community and law enforcement together in the name of... - December 23, 2019 - LEAD Greenville
2019 Bob Telmosse Annual Christmas Giveaway
37th annual Christmas "Santa Bob" Giveaway - December 22, 2019 - Ledom's Performance Equipment and Diesel Repair
Clearwater Community Volunteers Bring Holiday Cheers to Lealman Families
On Saturday, December 21, starting at 10 am, the Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) will give away 30 full Christmas Dinners to families at the Sheriff’s Police Athletic League (PAL) in Lealman. It is a tradition for Winter Wonderland, CCV’s iconic family winter village, to collect... - December 21, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Clearwater’s Own Winter Wonderland Brings Joy to Foster and Adoptive Families in December
Right in time for Christmas, the Clearwater Community Volunteers will be holding their annual Holiday Fun for Foster and Adoptive Families event on December 21. The event will be held at the Osceola Courtyard, located at the corner of Fort Harrison Avenue and Drew Street in downtown Clearwater. The... - December 21, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Color Marketing Group® Announces 2021+ European Key Color – Raison d’être
Color Marketing Group, the leading international association of color design professionals, introduced the organizations’ forecasted key colors at the 2019 International Summit in Tucson, AZ late November. The Color Marketing Group’s 2021+ European key color “Raison d’être” is a mid-range tan with a slight violet undertone that suggests both the natural and artificial worlds. Raison d’être offers a color of balance to see lifestyles and the world on its many levels. - December 20, 2019 - Color Marketing Group
Color Marketing Group® Announces 2021+ Latin American Key Color - Renacer
Color Marketing Group, the leading international association of color design professionals, introduced the organizations’ forecasted key colors at the 2019 International Summit in Tucson, AZ late November. The Color Marketing Group’s 2021+ Latin American key color “Renacer” is a highly saturated violet that connects nature and spirituality. The red and blue core of Renacer represent femininity and masculinity and its high saturation suggests the energy of forward movement. - December 20, 2019 - Color Marketing Group