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 Names Christian Hospital President to Its Board
Rick Stevens joins St. Louis non-profit agency's board. - September 14, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Stewardship Technology to Offer GiveGame, Social Fundraising with Games Tied to Sports & Pop Culture Events
GiveGame, Inc. has partnered with Stewardship Technology to offer a revolutionary approach to fundraising to its clients. - September 14, 2019 - GiveGame
Fusion Medical Staffing Celebrates 10 Years in Business with 10 Days of Giving
Fusion Medical Staffing started like many small startups do...as an idea hatched in Co-founder and President Sam Wagemen’s basement in Omaha, Neb., back in 2009. Ten years later, Fusion Medical Staffing has grown to 300 employees, been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the top 5,000... - September 13, 2019 - Fusion Medical Staffing
International Peeling Society USA Foundation Announces Inaugural Leadership Team
New Officers and Board of Directors Appointed. - September 13, 2019 - International Peeling Society-USA
Working Women Join Up with Local Charity to Give Back Together
Working Women Join up with Local Charity to Give Back Together; Service-Based Retreats for Professional Women. Philanthropy is the newest component of the Together We Seek professional women retreats organized by Tech Savvy Women. This October, women in business will come together to kick off an overnight retreat at Second Harvest Food Bank to sort, check and organize donated food. - September 13, 2019 - Tech Savvy Women
Church of Scientology’s Troop 313 Earning Their Stripes in Preparation of Merit Badge Academy
On Saturday September 7th, the Boy Scout Troop 313 chartered by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization held their merit badge classes in the Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) Center. The classes presented were Electronics and Finger Printing & Crime Prevention. It was the first... - September 13, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Offers a Cuddly Afternoon to Foster Families for Teddy Bear Day
On September 7th 2019, the Pinellas County Foster and Adoptive Parents Association celebrated National Teddy Bear Day in style at the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center (CCV). Over 50 foster families attended the event, where kids had the opportunity to pick a stuffed bear, dress it up and... - September 13, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Psychiatric Service Dog Delivered by True Blue Service Dogs (TBSD) to a Very Lucky Woman in Tacoma, WA
Joanna D. received a very special delivery of her own Service Dog from True Blue Service Dogs, Inc. (TBSD). Joanna's service dog, a Golden Retriever named Brava, will be able to accompany her everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. - September 12, 2019 - True Blue Service Dogs, Inc.
Delta 9 Summits Presents Medical Cannabis Patient Therapies and Wellness Summit, Industry Speakers Massachusetts State Representative and Patient Advocacy Alliance
Delta 9 Summits announces a First of Its Kind "Medical Cannabis-Based Therapies and Wellness" event Educating Healthcare Providers and Professionals. Hear from Mass State Rep. David LeBoeuf and Nichole Snow, Mass Patient Advocacy Alliance discuss House Bill H.3875 "An Act relative to insurance coverage of medicinal cannabis." - September 12, 2019 - Delta 9 Summits LLC
National Mill Dog Rescue Announces Their Annual Gala
National Mill Dog Rescue is preparing for their Annual Gala at the Broadmoor International Center in Colorado Springs. - September 12, 2019 - National Mill Dog Rescue
Engel & Völkers Madeira Beach Gathers Donations for Hurricane Victims
Engel & Völkers Madeira Beach requests donations for Hurricane Dorian victims in the Bahamas. - September 12, 2019 - Engel & Völkers
IB Roof Systems and Antis Roofing and Waterproofing Gift New Roof to Thomas House Family Shelter
Thomas House Shelter's new location is off to a great start thanks to a roof donation from IB Roof Systems and Antis Roofing and Waterproofing. - September 11, 2019 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing
Junior Achievement of North Florida is in the Running for a Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Award
Nonprofit is asking for the community to vote on the company’s mobile app. - September 11, 2019 - Junior Achievement of North Florida
Junior Achievement of North Florida has Moved Up in the National Ranks
The local nonprofit is ranked 21 out of 108 JA areas in student reach. - September 11, 2019 - Junior Achievement of North Florida
Operation Food Search Serves Nearly 90,000 Meals This Summer
St. Louis non-profit provides nutrition for children during 10-week break. - September 11, 2019 - Operation Food Search
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles Presents a Free Lecture - Open to the Public on An Amazing Time in the US Supreme Court by by Prof. Erwin Chemerinsky
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles is excited to announce its September 2019 Colloquium: An Amazing Time in the US Supreme Court, Presented by Prof. Erwin Chemerinsky. September 19, 2019; Skirball Cultural Center; Address: 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049; 12:45 Coffee and Cookies, 1:30-3:00 Program. - September 11, 2019 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
Cambridge Cider Social Invites You to Celebrate Autumn by Tasting Hard Ciders and Donuts at a Fun Outdoor Festival
On October 24, 2019 join the ALS Therapy Development Institute in Cambridge for an outdoor celebration of autumn with hard cider, apple cider donuts, seasonal snacks, music, and fun – all in support of a great cause. - September 10, 2019 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Cindy’s Legacy Celebrates Selection as a Giant Food Community Bag Program Beneficiary
Giant Food partners with cancer support organization Cindy's Legacy to raise vital funds for cancer patients through Community Bag Program at their Reston, Virginia (North Point Village Center) location during the month of October 2019. - September 10, 2019 - Cindy's Legacy
Epworth Children & Family Services Hosts 17th Annual Wine Dinner and Auction
St. Louis nonprofit to use proceeds for programs and services. - September 09, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
Scientology Volunteer Ministers Florida Prepare Aid for Hurricane Dorian Victims
As hurricane Dorian left the Bahamas in direction of the US coast, the Scientology Volunteer Ministers Florida Chapter (VM) are preparing hundreds of hygiene kits containing the basics necessities for those Dorian victims who had to move to shelters. Any donations of hygiene supplies can be dropped... - September 07, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Celebrates Grandparenthood
On Saturday 31st August grandparents were the guests of honor as the Clearwater Community Volunteers celebrated National Grandparents’ Day with a tea party at their center in downtown Clearwater. The event recognized and celebrated the importance of the elderly and their unique contributions... - September 07, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Dress for Success Tampa Bay Holds Excess Inventory Sale
Would you like to expand your wardrobe without breaking the bank and still be able to contribute to a local nonprofit organization in the process? At Dress for Success Tampa Bay’s semi-annual Excess Inventory Sale from Friday, September 20 to Saturday, September 21, you’ll find high-end... - September 07, 2019 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Kyowa Kirin, Inc. to Double the Number of Dreams It Fulfills for Terminally-Ill Adults with Dream Foundation
National dream-granting organization for the terminally-ill and New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to bring inspiration, comfort and closure to hundreds across the United States. - September 06, 2019 - Dream Foundation
Local Residents Tour the Historic Fort Harrison, Storm Shelter During Hurricane Irma in 2017
Clearwater natives, long term residents and out-of-state visitors gathered Saturday the 31st of August at the historic Fort Harrison for a tour of Clearwater’s iconic building, owned by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization. - September 06, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Epworth Children & Family Services Holds 10th Annual School Supply Drive
St. Louis nonprofit donates more than 400 backpacks to its organization's youth. - September 06, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
Project Boon’s 8th Annual Eat and Be Well Thanksgiving Event
Project Boon’s 8th Annual Eat and Be Well Thanksgiving Event serves up Free fun, food, haircuts, and much needed Health Services to Inland Empire’s Underserved Communities - September 06, 2019 - Project Boon
Mary’s Center Announces Major Rebranding to Reflect Expansion, Diversity, and Inclusion; A New Logo, Slogan, and Website Are Part of the New Look, Name Remains the Same
Today, Mary’s Center announced a major rebranding to reflect the company’s growth, diversity, and ongoing mission of providing high quality services to individuals from all communities across the DC metropolitan region. Since its inception in 1988 when Mary’s Center opened a... - September 05, 2019 - Mary's Center
1000 Mermaids Project Adds to Palm Beach County's Cache of Artificial Reefs with Deployment of 18 Sculptures
The 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project is a public eco-art installation created in partnership with Reef Cells that serves as an underwater eco-friendly destination for eco-tourism and coral growth. - September 04, 2019 - 1000 Mermaids Project
Art Mall Global Reaches Out to All Art Related Youth Oriented Charities to Fund, Promote and Expand the #ArtHeals Movement Globally
Art Mall Global launches global #ArtHeals Movement; #ArtHeals Celebrity Art Auctions to be held in Miami, Atlanta, Los Angeles, NYC, with Fine Artists “M’Lilo” and many others; Art Mall Global embraces the AutoFOCUS Awards in Miami, FL. - September 04, 2019 - Art Mall Global
Free Wheelchair Mission Welcomes Azusa Pacific University Professor to Board of Directors
Department of Physical Therapy Chair Dr. Susan Shore joins leadership team of Irvine-based nonprofit. - September 04, 2019 - Free Wheelchair Mission
CBD Company Dope Dog is Hosting "Yappy Hour" to Benefit Beverly Hills Animal Rescue
Dope Dog, a popular Los Angeles based-company specializing in canine CBD products, has teamed up with Deity Animal Rescue to throw their first ever Yappy Hour. The event will be held at Deity Dogs and Goods in Beverly Hills on Wednesday September 18th from 6 to 9 pm. All of the proceeds will benefit Deity Animal Rescue, going directly towards funding medical bills, food costs, and other expenses associated with saving and caring for dogs in need. You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite. - September 04, 2019 - Dope Dog
Special Delivery for a Very Lucky Mayville Resident
A fifteen year-old Mayville resident will be welcoming into her home and heart a service dog. The dog named Hawk is being provided by SDWR, a non-profit organization based in Virginia, with a mission to provide specially-bred and trained dogs for adults and children with invisible disabilities like... - September 02, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Marcoot Jersey Creamery to Support Innovative Food Repurposing Programs
Marcoot Jersey Creamery today announced a new partnership with a nonprofit, The WakWay Foundation, who impacts lives through innovative food repurposing programs. A percentage of all sales from Extreme Ice Pro will go to the foundation in order to support their mission. Earlier this year,... - August 31, 2019 - Marcoot Jersey Creamery
Sound Payments Shows Commitment to Setting Standards for the Petroleum Industry
Company Hosts Petroleum Non-Profit Conexxus in Jacksonville for their Forecourt Device Controller Committee meeting, Working to Set Standards that Provides More Options for Station Owners - August 30, 2019 - Sound Payments
Tampa Bay Charities Celebrate and Honor Those Making a Difference at Charity Coalition’s 5th Anniversary
On September 14, the Tampa Bay Charity Coalition will celebrate 5 years of service to the community at their Anniversary Banquet. Hosted by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization at the historic Fort Harrison, over 100 charities are expected to participate. The Charity Coalition... - August 30, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Calling All Tampa Bay Area Scouts - Church of Scientology’s Troop 313 to Present Merit Badge Academy on September 28
On September 28 Boy Scout Troop 313, chartered by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, will host a Merit Badge Academy for troops from all across the Tampa Bay area at the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center. The Center is located on 133 N. Fort Harrison Avenue, Clearwater FL,... - August 30, 2019 - Church of Scientology FSO
Call for Nominations for Human Rights Day
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day will take place on December 10th from 5-7 pm in Nashville, Tennessee. The planning committee for the event is now accepting nominations for the prestigious human rights awards. - August 30, 2019 - United for Human Rights
Into the Summit for Mental Health and Wellness 2019 – Raising 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 depression, PTSD and other forms of mental illness. - August 29, 2019 - PPCLI Foundation
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Officially Launches the Dudley House Veterans Transitional Housing Program
The Gateway Family YMCA Partners with the City of Plainfield and the County of Union to Celebrate Veterans - August 29, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Joins Welcoming America in Celebrating New Americans During Welcoming Week
Welcoming Week September 13-22 - August 29, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Operation Food Search Receives $34,000 USDA Farm to School Grant
Non-profit organization named sole recipient from Missouri. - August 29, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Nonprofit Cares for Over 1,800 Kids During Annual Children’s Sight Week
Santa Barbara Vision Care (SBVC), a local health program that serves as part of nonprofit SEE International’s domestic programs, just completed its 3rd annual Children’s Sight Week. This year’s event provided 1,832 children with vision screenings, as well as 54 comprehensive eye... - August 29, 2019 - SEE International
Sergei Tokarev: Lucky Labs Presents a Children’s Book About a Mathematician Ant
The IT company Lucky Labs has published its seventh book "A Mathematician Who Turned into an Ant" as a part of their charity publishing project. It was announced by the founder of the company and the initiator of the project, Sergei Tokarev. - August 28, 2019 - Lucky Labs
"You Can't Love Him into Loving You" a Story of Abuse and Coercive Narcisstic Behavior Written by Angela Brittain
This book takes you on a journey of love, lies, and betrayal. A work of survival and resilience to ultimately live a loving and joyful life. Going through the fire and coming out stronger. Readers may see themselves in parts of this book. Included is a list of 10 questions to determine if you're in an emotionally abusive relationship. - August 28, 2019 - Angela Brittain, LLC
Cribs for Kids® Announces Eleventh Annual Breath of Life Stroll
Individuals will walk to honor the memory of infants lost to SUID, SIDS, miscarriage and stillbirth. - August 28, 2019 - Cribs for Kids
Arab American Cultural Society to Host 3rd Annual Arab Texas Festival
The Arab American Cultural Society would like to extend a warm welcome to the Dallas/Fort-Worth Metroplex to their much anticipated upcoming Third Annual Arab Texas Festival. This will be an open event to all of our neighbors in the community. - August 27, 2019 - AACS
DonorDrive® Brings the First-Ever Charity Arcade to TwitchCon 2019
DonorDrive®, the fundraising platform powering top charity streaming programs, is creating a space where TwitchCon attendees can jump into some interactive and over-the-top fun and learn how they can make a difference with streaming. - August 26, 2019 - DonorDrive
Wisconsin Nonprofit Works with Governor Tony Evers' Office on Cyber Workforce Proclamation
A new Wisconsin nonprofit, the Center for Women and Minorities in the Cyber Workforce at the Cyber Institute, recently worked with the governor’s office to successfully advocate August 26 through August 30 as Women and Minorities in the Cyber Workforce week. The Center's Executive Director,... - August 26, 2019 - Cyber Institute
The 17th World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates: Highlighting the Program
The 17th World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates in Mérida, Yucatan is just one month away with its opening ceremony to be launched on September 19, 2019. This marks the first time Mexico will host the summit in its 20-year history, a recognition of Mexico’s place in the global peace... - August 25, 2019 - Yucatan Tourism Board
Fostering Hope LA Presents: 2nd Annual, A Night of Pure Comedy
A Night of Pure Comedy fundraiser event presented by Fostering Hope LA. Fostering Hope LA is a Torrance, California based non-profit organization serving young adults exiting foster care. This is a clean stand-up comedy event and all proceeds will go directly to Fostering Hope LA. Proceeds will be used to sustain their free job & life skills program offered to young adults exiting foster care. - August 24, 2019 - Fostering Hope LA