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.
Vidapoint Takes Personal Emergency Response Worldwide
Finally, a complete and comprehensive personal emergency service anywhere in the world. - December 01, 2019 - Global Wireless Health Limited
CLL Society to Present Innovative Telemedicine Platform Study at American Society of Hematology Annual Conference
CLL Society co-founder and Medical Director Dr. Brian Koffman will present research results of the society's innovative telemedicine program at the prestigious American Society of Hematology annual meeting in early December. The program provides patients and caregivers access to HIPPA-compliant second opinions from renowned specialists in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), the most common adult blood cancer. - November 30, 2019 - CLL Society
"Paw It Forward" for the Shelter Animals This Holiday Season
Animal Friends of the Valley offers local animal supporters several opportunities to raise funds for the lost, homeless and abandoned pets in Southwest Riverside. - November 29, 2019 - Animal Friends of the Valleys
Operation Food Search Offers Winter Break Meals to Students
Nonprofit teams up with St. Louis Public and St. Louis County Libraries. - November 29, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Lily Lisa, Philanthropist Receives The Angel on Earth Award Presented in Las Vegas
2019 Producer’s Choice Honors Lily Lisa with Humanitarian Award. - November 25, 2019 - Lily Lisa
Direct Auto Insurance Celebrates the Season of Giving with Charitable "Stocking Get One, Give One" Sweepstakes
Car insurance company to spread holiday cheer by gifting 430 six-foot-tall, toy-filled holiday stockings to sweepstakes winners and non-profits in 11 states. - November 25, 2019 - Direct Auto Insurance
SonnyBoy Animal Sanctuary of Coloma, Wisconsin is Verified by Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to SonnyBoy Animal Sanctuary as of November 12, 2019. Verification means that SonnyBoy Animal Sanctuary meets the... - November 23, 2019 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Meals On Wheels of Tampa Celebrates #GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and their world. GivingTuesday will kick off the generosity season this year by inspiring people to give back on December 3rd, and throughout the year. - November 23, 2019 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
The Cambodia Academy Announces Expansion of Board and Addition of New Members
The board of directors of Cambodia Academy today announced six new additions to the school board for the 2020-2021 term. The new members will take the places of three retiring members whose terms expire at the end of 2019. Retiring members David and Marissa Troxell have served for five years and... - November 22, 2019 - Cambodia Academy (501c3)
Katelyn O'Brien, Pharm,D., BCPS, CDE Sworn in as President of the Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
On Thursday, November 14, Katelyn O'Brien, Pharm,D., BCPS, CDE, an Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist Specialist in the General Internal Medicine Clinic at Boston Medical Center was installed as President of the Massachusetts Pharmacists Association (MPhA). The Association's 136th Annual Awards... - November 22, 2019 - Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
Beyond Spots & Dots Helps Cribs for Kids® Acknowledge Achievements of Girls & Young Women
Local advertising agency sponsors Cribs for Kids’® Junior Women of Achievement Awards. - November 22, 2019 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Stange Law Firm, PC and Paola and Kirk Stange Are Proud to Support Old Newsboys Charity in St. Louis
Stange Law Firm, PC and Paola and Kirk Stange are proud to support Old Newsboys. Old Newsboys is a non-profit organization that has raised millions of dollars for hundreds of area children's charities in St. Louis. - November 21, 2019 - Stange Law Firm, PC
Percussion Play Launches a New Landscape and Nature-Inspired Collection of Outdoor Musical Instruments
Percussion Play, the world’s leading outdoor musical instrument manufacturer, has launched a new botanically based range of instruments inspired by nature and a love of the great outdoors. - November 21, 2019 - Percussion Play Ltd.
Volunteer Elves Work Overtime and Iconic Archways Rise Over Clearwater’s 27th Annual Winter Wonderland
Volunteers assemble the iconic archways to the 27th annual Winter Wonderland holiday food and toy drive to spread holiday cheer. Winter Wonderland is set to open on December 7 with a sneak peek Friday on December 6. - November 21, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
AT-1501, a Drug Discovered at the ALS Therapy Development Institute, Completes Phase I Trials
The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI), a non-profit biotechnology company dedicated to the discovery and development of effective treatments for ALS, is pleased to share that AT-1501, a drug discovered and developed in the ALS TDI lab, has successfully completed Phase I clinical trials. - November 20, 2019 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Aleck, a 9-year-old boy from Idaho Falls, ID received a very special delivery of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Aleck’s service dog, Walter, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Aleck’s parents are looking forward to having... - November 20, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
David Crais Invited to Speak at MinneBOS in Boston, Massachusetts on Applying Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence to Healthcare
David Crais, CEO of CMG Carealytics, was invited exclusively to speak on the applications of blockchain and artificial intelligence in healthcare, medical, biotech, biomedical engineering, and life sciences. He was selected due to his over 20 years experience with the subject matter and breadth of experience in healthcare and medical research, development, and commercialization in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the EU and other global healthcare and life science markets. - November 20, 2019 - Crais Management Group, LLC
Varicose Veins Doctors Provide Minimally Invasive Treatment Procedures for Varicose Veins
Varicose Veins Doctors is a reputable vein treatment center in Manhattan, NY. The clinic has gained a reputation for its exceptional patient care and a wide range of effective treatment options for vein diseases. Their teams of experts use state-of-the-art equipment to perform complex procedures for pain relief. - November 20, 2019 - Varicose Veins Doctors
Operation Food Search Earns 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
Nonprofit earns top distinction based upon financial health and transparency. - November 20, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Zonta Douglas County to Have Display at Nov. 23 Castle Rock Annual Starlighting
Zonta Douglas County is celebrating the centennial anniversary of Zonta International throughout 2019. - November 20, 2019 - Zonta Club of Douglas County
World Affairs Council of St. Louis to Host Second Annual Gateway Glove Awards
Nonprofit to honor innovative individuals and organizations - November 20, 2019 - World Affairs Council of St. Louis
New Meals On Wheels Program Launched in St. Petersburg
New program launched to serve wait-listed seniors and homebound individuals in St. Petersburg. Agency is in need of more volunteers and help getting the word out about the program. - November 20, 2019 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
K&S Sportswear: A Hole in One for Charity
K&S strongly believes that it is important to be an active part of the community and do their share of charity work to help support local individuals and organizations in surrounding areas. - November 19, 2019 - K&S Sportswear
Operation Food Search Celebrates 40-Year Partnership with Schnuck Markets
Schnucks marks anniversary with corporate packing event for the nonprofit. - November 17, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Brave Warrior Advisors Founder Glenn Greenberg Elected to Posse Board
The Posse Foundation has welcomed Glenn Greenberg, founder and chief information officer of Brave Warrior Advisors, as the newest member of its board of directors. Glenn Greenberg has spent forty-six years of his professional life in the investment business. He previously served as Managing... - November 17, 2019 - The Posse Foundation
Acquire Donates to Hurricane Relief Efforts
On September 1, 2019, Hurricane Dorian swept through the Abaco Islands in the Bahamas leaving behind complete devastation. The powerful storm eventually made its way up the Carolina coastline, causing immense damage to many places in its path, including Ocracoke Island, NC. As word spread and... - November 16, 2019 - Acquire
Cocoa, Kids Crafts & Caroling at the Kennels - Inland Empire Animal Shelter to Host Holiday Open House
Deck the Halls with Bows on Collies. Animal Friends of the Valleys in Wildomar will host their first annual “Howliday Open House” on Wednesday, December 18 from 3:00-7:00 pm. - November 16, 2019 - Animal Friends of the Valleys
Bridge The Gaps Announces D-U-N-S Number Receipt
Bridge The Gaps, a non-profit 501(3)(c) organization connecting underprivileged athletics and education, announced its official receipt of their DUNS number. - November 16, 2019 - Bridge The Gaps
Clearwater Community Volunteers Preparing for a “San-tastic” Opening
On December 7th the Clearwater Community Volunteers will open the iconic Winter Wonderland Village at the Osceola Courtyard, located at the corner of Drew Street and Fort Harrison Avenue in downtown Clearwater. The grand opening will feature Santa, the Grinch, live entertainment and the lighting... - November 16, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
"Whisking" You a Merry Christmas for Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Gingerbread and Décor Party
On Sunday 1st December the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center (CCV) welcomes all for a Christmas and cookies décor party to jump start the holiday season. The celebration will start at 6pm. Guests are invited to bring gingerbread to decorate and to wear an ugly Christmas sweater or,... - November 16, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
The Midas Hospitality Family Foundation Raises $15,000
Proceeds to benefit three St. Louis nonprofit agencies. - November 15, 2019 - Midas Hospitality
Adoptions From The Heart Releases 2020 Building Beautiful Families Calendar
A gift for the new year and a gift that gives back to the Expecting and Birth Parent Support Fund. - November 15, 2019 - Adoptions From The Heart
Pangea Cares to Distribute Turkey Baskets to 135 Families in Chicago and Indianapolis for Thanksgiving
Pangea Cares, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that serves underrepresented communities in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Baltimore, will prepare and distribute 135 Thanksgiving turkey baskets to residents of Pangea Properties, a private Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), on Saturday, November 23rd... - November 14, 2019 - Pangea Properties
HCA/HealthONE’s Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Receives Ninth Consecutive "A" Grade in Leapfrog Hospital Safety
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) was awarded its ninth consecutive "A" in fall 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer healthcare. - November 13, 2019 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Teach 1 Reach 1 Foundation Celebrates Holiday Season with a “Jingle, Jokes, & Jam Comedy Experience”
Teach 1 Reach 1 Foundation announces their inaugural “Jingle, Jokes, & Jam Comedy Experience” to be held on Saturday December 21st and Sunday, December 22nd in Los Angeles, CA. This two-day experience will benefit foster care children in the Los Angeles County Department of Children... - November 13, 2019 - Teach 1 Reach 1
Female Filmmakers Fuse Announces The Empowerment Movement Panel
During their 3rd Annual Film Festival, the nonprofit organization will host a very special event that will feature Michelle Manu, Sasha Marie Speer and a panel of courageous women to share their experience in the industry after coming forward in facing their accusers. - November 12, 2019 - Female Filmmakers Fuse
Houston Nonprofit Finding Ways to Give Back More
Houston-based nonprofit organization, Persistence is The Key, is in the middle of promoting its laptop giveaway campaign and finding ways to giveaway more faster in addition to celebrating their 2-year anniversary this past October. “We are trying to find ways to do more and give back faster,... - November 11, 2019 - Persistence is The Key
Be the Difference Foundation Joins the Global #GivingTuesday Movement Pledges to Be The Difference in the Fight Against Ovarian Cancer
Be The Difference Foundation has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Be The Difference Foundation’s #GivingHope campaign raises money to... - November 09, 2019 - Be the Difference Foundation
Glitz and Glamour Replace the Ravages of Chemo and Cancer During a Special Showcase at SMGlobal Catwalk
Courage and beauty are evident as patients model on the runway during SMGlobal Catwalk. The models, who are in the midst of surgeries, chemo, and radiation beat cancer in every step they take. - November 08, 2019 - Say YES to Hope
Bleuet Introduces "Scrunchies for Good"
Scrunchies made of excess fabric from Bleuet apparel help someone in need, support a girl entrepreneur and reduce waste. - November 08, 2019 - Bleuet
Into the Summit for Mental Health and Wellness 2019 – A Caving Expedition to Raise Funds to Support Canadian Veterans and Their Families
Into the Summit for Mental Health and Wellness is an initiative aimed at raising awareness and funds for veterans and their families suffering for the devastating consequences of PTSD and other forms of mental illness. - November 08, 2019 - PPCLI Foundation
November Tampa Bay Charity Coalition Luncheon to be “Un-be-leafable”
On November 20th, the Tampa Bay Charity Coalition will wrap up 2019 with a bang as the Holiday season begins. The luncheon will be held at the Fort Harrison, the iconic religious retreat of the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, starting at 11:30AM on the 20th. “I love coming... - November 08, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
A Safe and “Spook-tacular” Halloween Movie Night Held in Downtown Clearwater
On Halloween night, monsters, ghosts, princesses and scarecrows of all kinds gathered at the 2nd annual Halloween Movie Night organized by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization. Families enjoyed a not so-spooky event featuring safe trick or treating, a family-friendly movie, an... - November 08, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Pre-Thanksgiving Potluck Unites Community Leaders on November 23
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center to unite nonprofits at pre-Thanksgiving potluck on November 23 to celebrate the spirit of giving to the community. - November 08, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Nation’s First Center of Excellence for Tourette Syndrome Celebrates 15th Anniversary
NJCTS has been a leader in TS education, advocacy and research since 2004. - November 08, 2019 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Silent No More: Evangelical Pastor Speaks Out
One year ago, on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, 2018, Rev. Stan Moody, then pastor at Columbia Street Baptist Church (CSBC) in Bangor, ME, stepped into the pulpit wearing a hoodie with the Jewish Star of David. One year later, his book, “I’ve Met the Enemy: Journey of an All-American... - November 07, 2019 - North Wind Publishing
Epworth to Participate in National Runaway Prevention Month
Nonprofit to "Shine a Light" on the homeless youth issues during the month of November. - November 07, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
Bridge The Gaps Announces 501(3)(c) Certification Receipt
Bridge The Gaps, a non-profit organization connecting underprivileged and at-risk athletics with education opportunities, announced its official receipt of their 501(3)(c) certification. - November 05, 2019 - Bridge The Gaps
Madison House Autism Foundation Strengthens Executive Leadership Team
In response to burgeoning growth in both reach and programming, the Board of Directors of the Washington, DC-area based Madison House Autism Foundation announces two strategic hires that will help the organization as it transitions to an expanding role in meeting the needs of neurodiverse adults... - November 03, 2019 - Madison House Autism Foundation
Shred for Hunger: BEST Shredding Will Donate $0.01/Lbs Through the Month of November
It’s time to Shred – for hunger. This November, BEST Shredding will donate $0.01 for each pound of paper shred in support of food banks in Vancouver, Victoria, Red Deer, Calgary and Edmonton. - November 03, 2019 - BEST Shredding