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.
Annual Thanksgiving Celebrations of CommLab India – 2018
CommLab India, one of the most sought-after global leaders for rapid eLearning solutions celebrated its annual Thanksgiving by feeding 8000 underprivileged people in the bustling city of Hyderabad. - December 04, 2018 - CommLab India
Sherwood Valley Casino Employees Donate to Northern California Fire Relief Efforts
In an effort to help those who have lost everything due to the devastating Northern California fires, employees of Sherwood Valley Casino went into action over the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving Day, collecting cash, diapers, water and wet-wipes to aid those directly impacted by the Camp Fires. All donations were exclusively made by employees of the casino or tribal businesses. - December 04, 2018 - Sherwood Valley Casino
Thomas J. Snee Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years and Honored with an American Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Thomas J. Snee of Burke, Virginia has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for two consecutive years, 2018 and now 2019, and honored with an American Achievement Award, early admission for 2019, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for his outstanding contributions... - December 04, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Adoptions From The Heart’s Gift Card Drive is Back for the 2018 Holiday Season
Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) invites the public to contribute to the 501 C-3 non-profit’s Gift Card Drive to bring some holiday cheer to the selfless birth parents whom the agency has serviced. The holiday season is a joyous time of year; however, for many, it can be a time that brings a... - December 04, 2018 - Adoptions From The Heart
Charles Medical Group Teams Up with Local MMA Fighters to Deliver Toys, Smiles and HOPE to Children with Disabilities
Professional athletes team up with local medical practice to brighten the holidays for some much deserving children with toy drive. - December 04, 2018 - Charles Medical Group
San Diego Community Acupuncture Clinic Throws Major Fundraiser Party for School for Homeless Kids
Dec. 16th Source Empowered Wellness is hosting a huge fundraiser for the Monarch School as a way to give back to the San Diego community for its 3 year anniversary. There will be live bands, amazing speakers, free Boochcraft and a raffle lottery to win $100's in prizes. - December 03, 2018 - Source Empowered Wellness
IDI Consulting Launches Fourth Annual Toys for Tots Drive
IDI Consulting is proud to launch its fourth annual Toys for Tots Foundation holiday drive, a gift collection sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps that helps bring the joy of the holiday season to local economically disadvantaged children. The Marine Toys for Tots program seeks to collect new... - December 03, 2018 - IDI Consulting
Retired Boeing Executive Lawyer Joins Free Wheelchair Mission Board of Directors
Marjorie A. Terner, J.D. joins Free Wheelchair Mission Board of Directors. - December 03, 2018 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Persistence is The Key Celebrates the Holidays with Giveaways
Houston nonprofit celebrates the holiday season by making charitable donations to those in need. - December 03, 2018 - Persistence is The Key
CASY and NVTSI (REBOOT) Join Forces
Corporate America Supports You (CASY) & National Veterans Transition Service, Inc (REBOOT) collaborate to place veterans into meaningful jobs. - December 03, 2018 - Corporate America Supports You AKAA VetJobs
Food Drive at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA is collecting non-perishable food items and toiletries. - December 03, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Disney Inspired Fashion Line Raises $10,000 for Boys & Girls Clubs
The Disney inspired fashion company raises funds to benefit underserved children through unique “virtual races.” - December 01, 2018 - Design Force Media
Groups Get Free Passes for 26th Annual Winter Wonderland
The Clearwater Community Volunteers is offering free passes to Downtown Clearwater’s 26th Annual Winter Wonderland to active military families, families benefitting from the Shriners Hospital for Kids, Clearwater Police and Fire Departments, staff of American Power and Gas and foster... - December 01, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Opens Up 2019 for Tampa Bay Nonprofits
The Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) Center announced that it is booking its 2019 calendar of events for local nonprofits and volunteer organizations’ activities. The Center is available for all Tampa Bay nonprofits to make use of its conference room for meetings, multipurpose room for... - December 01, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Military Spouse Advocacy Network Announces a Diamond Partnership with Defense Credit Union Council
Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN) is proud to announce the Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) has become a Diamond partner of MSAN. MSAN’s mission is to mentor, educate, empower and support all new military spouses as they begin and continue their journey as a military spouse. - November 30, 2018 - Military Spouse Advocacy Network
Scottsdale Philharmonic Receives Grant from Scottsdale League for the Arts
Scottsdale Philharmonic will use the grant money to help expand its mission with new children's programs. - November 30, 2018 - Scottsdale Philharmonic
St. Germaine Children’s Charity Hosts 35th Annual Silver Tea
St. Germaine Children's Charity's signature fund raising event will be held at a private estate in La Jolla on December 4, 2018. - November 29, 2018 - St. Germaine Children's Charity
Nonprofit Operation Warm Receives 86,000 Requests for Coats for Kids, Highest in 20 Year History
Organization Launches Giving Tuesday Fundraiser to Provide Coats to Victims of California Wildfires, Low-Income Children. - November 29, 2018 - Operation Warm
The Children & Young People Now Arts & Culture Award 2018 Goes to Feisty Charity WORLDwrite and Its Citizen TV Project
Hackney-based charity WORLDwrite was named the winner of the Children & Young People Now Awards 2018 Arts & Culture Award category, for their Citizen TV project WORLDbytes. This is the thirteenth year of the awards, which bring national recognition for projects and services that make a... - November 28, 2018 - WorldWrite
New Initiative by Ultimatum, Inc. to Prevent Mass Shootings in America
In response to the increase in gun violence in the US, Ultimatum, Inc. has launched a new initiative which allows Americans to take real action to end mass shootings. People decide whether there should be an increased focus on gun control legislation or improving the mental health care system and... - November 27, 2018 - Ultimatum Inc.
Public Ceremony to Celebrate the Work of Miracle City and Handing Over Operations to FEMA (at the Old Toys R Us Facility)
There will be a celebration of #MiracleCity this Sunday. This volunteer-led effort to provide emergency support to #CampFire evacuees at an abandoned Toys-R-Us building quickly turned into a massive center that served thousands. Organizers will commemorate the great work of the many volunteers at Miracle City these past two weeks. After the event will be the hand-over of this facility to FEMA for expanded use as a regional warehouse and distribution center for long-term disaster recovery. - November 25, 2018 - California Gift of Music/Miracle City
Non-Profits Network During Lunch at Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
On November 27, the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center will hold its monthly charity networking luncheon by bringing Tampa Bay Area nonprofits together and providing an educational talk from Ms. Lynn Posyton who has been successfully working with nonprofits for 30 years. The luncheon was... - November 25, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Christmas Trees Arrive – One Step Closer to Winter Wonderland Grand Opening
On November 21, seventy-seven Christmas trees were delivered to Winter Wonderland, currently under construction at the Osceola Courtyard on the corner of Drew Street and N. Fort Harrison Avenue, in downtown Clearwater. With the trees now at the site, the holiday village is almost ready for Grand... - November 25, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Local Nonprofits Partner for Boutique Sale
Dress for Success Tampa Bay Hosts Night of Wine, Cheese, and Shopping to Benefit PACE Center for Girls. - November 25, 2018 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Delk Enterprises, Inc. Acquires Interest in the International Peptide Society (IPS)
Venture capital firm announces transaction in online digital platform, investment to lead to strategic growth in the integrative medical space. - November 23, 2018 - International Peptide Society
The Church of Scientology Downtown Block Party Celebrates the Centennial of the Historic Clearwater Building in Style
On Saturday, November 17th, the Church of Scientology celebrated the Centennial of the Historic Clearwater Building as the highlight of its quarterly Downtown Block Party for the community. The event brought 2,000 neighbors, families and local non-profits together to celebrate. Guests enjoyed live music, carnival games, balloons, face painting, raffles and more on the corner of Cleveland Street and Fort Harrison and learned solutions for societal issues. - November 23, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Creative Wildfire Relief Campaign; Wrap California in Love
BLVR (http://blvr.com), a San Diego based Creative agency launches a Black Friday campaign to raise support for those impacted by the California wildfires. For two weeks, custom-designed wrapping paper will be sold, and 100% of purchase price goes to support the California Community Foundation Wildfire Relief Fund. - November 22, 2018 - BLVR
Two Iconic West Houston Nonprofits to Become One
Memorial Assistance Ministries Acquires Literacy Advance of Houston - November 21, 2018 - Memorial Assistance Ministries
Silipint to Donate 5% of Holiday Sales to Leave No Trace
Patented silicone drinkware company teams up to give back this holiday season donating 5% of website sales to the national not for profit, Leave No Trace Center For Outdoor Ethics. - November 19, 2018 - Silipint
Acquire Donates to Local Food Bank
Acquire gives back to the local Raleigh community by donating canned foods and other goods to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. - November 19, 2018 - Acquire
At Maternal Health Forum, Experts Discuss How to Improve Maternal Health in Jigawa State
As part of its 10-year-celebration of fruitful collaboration with the Jigawa State Ministry of Health to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality, Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) held a Maternal Health Forum, which opened at the Manpower Development Institute in Dutse on 13th November... - November 17, 2018 - Medecins Sans Frontieres
Swedish Medical Center Collects Hygiene Items for Englewood Families
Swedish Medical Center partners with Englewood Schools to provide needed supplies to homeless and at-risk students. - November 17, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center
Operation Food Search Raises $109,000 at Handbags to End Hunger
Proceeds to benefit St. Louis non-profit agency's programs and services. - November 17, 2018 - Operation Food Search
Parker Symphony & PACE Center Host Food Drive
The PACE Center and the Parker Symphony Orchestra are hosting a food drive to benefit the Parker Task Force. - November 17, 2018 - Parker Symphony Orchestra
Boy Scout Troop 313 Honors Our Future Leaders with the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
On November 12th, Boy Scout Troop 313 held their semi-annual Court of Honor, a ceremony which recognizes the achievements of the Scouts over the last 6 months. The ceremony was held inside the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center with 55 attendees, who came to watch 13 Scouts receive their merit... - November 17, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
New Age Marketing Inc. Partners Up with Home Again Foundation of Charlotte to End Homelessness in Mecklenburg County
Charlotte NC, Marketing Firm (New Age Marketing Inc), has partnered with Non-profit Organization (Home Again NC) to build homes from Charlotte's homeless. Creating a better life for those who are less fortunate. - November 15, 2018 - New Age Marketing Inc.
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to 8-Year-Old Girl in Sand Lake, MI
Nevaeh, a 8-year-old Type 1 Diabetic in Sand Lake, Michigan, received a very special delivery of her very own Diabetic Alert Service Dog from SDWR. - November 15, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Foster and Adopted Children to be Awarded Scholarship at Benefit Hosted by Eyes Like Mines Inc.
Eyes Like Mine to Host a Benefit and Gala Event in Arizona. - November 15, 2018 - Eyes Like Mine
HUGS of Florida, Inc. to Hold 14th Anniversary Family Fun Day to Bring Together Families Living with Hydrocephalus and Related Neurological Conditions
HUGS of Florida, Inc. will hold its 14th Anniversary Family Fun Day with commemorative walk in Largo Central Park on November 17th, 2018. DJ Rob Snyder will lead all the fun along with Kim Works, Mrs. Florida Plus America. Members of the 501st Legion Star Wars Costuming Characters will be attending... - November 15, 2018 - HUGS of Florida, Inc.
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Honors Those Who Gave the Gift of Sight
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin held its annual Legacy of Sight ceremony, which honored families and their loved ones, who gave the gift of sight through eye donation. The event, held at the Overture Center in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, began with a welcome from Stacey Troha, Interim Executive Director at Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin. “Know that your loved one’s gift has brought peace of mind, reduced anxiety and stress. No more will a recipient wonder if they counted money correctly, reached... - November 13, 2018 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
Autism Service Dog Delivered to 8-Year-Old Boy in Redford, MI
An 8-year old boy named Ethan living in Redford, Michigan, has received a very special delivery of his very own Autism Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, also known as "SDWR." - November 13, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
MOEV Inc. Brings Smart EV Charging to LA Cleantech Incubator
Smart EV charging company MOEV (pronounced “move”) Inc. is a start-up "portfolio company" rooted in the fertile entrepreneurial soil at the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) in the city’s Arts District, where MOEV's smart EV charging solution for workplaces and fleets has been installed in the parking lot. - November 12, 2018 - MOEV Inc.
Color Marketing Group Announces 2020+ European Key Color – Feel Real
Color Marketing Group, the leading international association of color design professionals, introduced the organizations’ forecasted key colors today at the 2018 International Summit in Philadelphia, PA. The Color Marketing Group 2020+ European key color “Feel Real” the 2020+ key trend color for Europe is a color for life’s journey and experiences. Despite our augmented, virtual, sometimes disconnected world, at the end of the day, we need to truly take part in life. - November 10, 2018 - Color Marketing Group
The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. Hosted Its 12th Annual Thomas Hartig Dining in the Dark
The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. hosted its 12th Annual Thomas Hartig Dining in the Dark event. Dining in the Dark is a unique three-course meal in complete darkness accompanied by live entertainment and a silent auction. In memory of Thomas Hartig, the "Inspirational Community Member" award was created by FOCB and is given to an inspirational blind person at the event. Jason Goldfield was the award winner this year. - November 10, 2018 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
HCA/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Recognized for 2018 Best of the Best Award
Swedish Medical Center cares for more than 200,000 patients annually with a team of approximately 2,000 dedicated employees, 300 volunteers and 1,400 physicians. - November 10, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center
Toy Giveaway for Children in Need This Holiday Season
On December 15th, the Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) and Scientology Volunteer Ministers (VMs) are reserving the afternoon at Downtown Clearwater’s Winter Wonderland for foster families and underprivileged youth. Guests will enjoy the Winter Wonderland activities as well as pictures... - November 10, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Breaking Ground with Clearwater Community Volunteers for Winter Wonderland 2018
On the 4th of November, the Clearwater Community Volunteers began construction on this year’s Winter Wonderland by putting up the prominent gateways to the three week long charity drive for Pinellas County children and moving in the other set pieces that will become the iconic... - November 10, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Miami Unites for the Survivors Gala Powered by C.A.R.E. for Crohn’s Foundation
On Sunday, November 11, C.A.R.E. for Crohn’s Foundation will hold their first annual Survivors Gala to bring awareness to Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. - November 09, 2018 - C.A.R.E. for Crohn’s Foundation
Pangea Cares to Distribute Turkey Baskets to 125 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 125 Thanksgiving turkey baskets to residents of Pangea Properties, a private Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), on Saturday, November 17 from... - November 09, 2018 - Pangea Properties
Footprint Foundation Announces First Annual Arts Gala Co-Hosted by Cast from Mayans M.C. and Benefiting Four Different Charities
The Footprint Foundation, a non-profit collective, is pleased to announce its first annual Arts Gala to be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. at V22LA Fashion House in DTLA. The event will be hosted by fashion brand V22LA (which consists of husband and wife team, Frank... - November 09, 2018 - Footprint Foundation