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.
Georgia Land & Cattle Sponsors Armed Forces Day (May 19th) Event Supporting Companions for Heroes
Georgia Land & Cattle Presents “Barks & Brews,” an event for Armed Forces Day. The event will be held May 19th from 11am – 3pm at 1733 E. President Street in Savannah. This is a fundraising event supporting “Companions For Heroes.” Companions for Heroes and... - May 09, 2018 - Infield Media & Promotion, Inc.
National CACFP Forum Celebrates 50 Years of the Child and Adult Care Food Program
The CACFP is a federal child nutrition program that serves 4.4 million children healthy meals every day and the National CACFP Forum is inviting the entire community to celebrate. - May 09, 2018 - National Child and Adult Care Food Program Forum
AAdvantage Insurance Group to Help with Statewide Day of Giving
Illinois insurance agency to collect supplies for support dog charity and USO of Missouri. - May 09, 2018 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Celebrating Dedication, Hope, & Transformation at Catholic Charities: Global Music Sensation, Ethan Bortnick, to Headline Gala Event
Catholic Charities will hold its 21st Annual Loaves & Fishes Dinner & Gala featuring a concert with Ethan Bortnick and honoring San Francisco community and civic leader Katie Cardinal. Speakers at the event will include Catholic Charities Chief Executive Officer Jilma Meneses, San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone, and Master of Ceremonies, Heather Holmes of KTVU. - May 09, 2018 - Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Mateo, & Marin
Glendale Sunrise Rotary Presents Their Annual Memorial Day Celebration The Field of Honor and Gratitude
Glendale Sunrise Rotary invites the community to show their support and share in the temporary display of 1,000 red, white and blue American flags at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale, CA during the ten days leading up to Memorial Day, May 28th, 2018. The community is encouraged to dedicate a flag... - May 08, 2018 - Glendale Sunrise Rotary
Bloomex Launches Special Collection to Benefit Cancer Council
Bloomex is proud to launch a special Cancer Council collection to help raise money for cancer patients and their families. The collection includes three mixed bouquets and a delicious fruit basket perfect for gifting this Mother’s Day. Fifteen percent of product purchase will go directly to... - May 08, 2018 - Bloomex Australia
5K Run/Walk for a Better Us to Support The Gateway Family YMCA
Generosity Series Fundraiser to Support YMCA Financial Assistance - May 08, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Kerri A. Ledoux Honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Kerri A. Ledoux has been Honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of design. About Kerri A. Ledoux Kerri Ledoux is a designer for her business, Heart Insouls, LLC,... - May 04, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Nonprofit Opens New Cyber Paths for Girls and Minorities
Cyber Institute was recently featured in a Colorado Springs Business Journal (https://www.csbj.com/ premier/businessnews/nonprofit-opens-new-cyber-paths-forminorities/ article_56781495-9afd-5127-8d34-83dacb586224.html). Minorities, women, and underserved communities are strikingly underrepresented... - May 04, 2018 - Cyber Institute
DTR Inc.’s Work Readiness and Customer Service Training Program a Success in South Africa
Networx For Career Development, a division of The Networx Group, a South African nonprofit corporation used DTR Inc CEO Jay Goldberg’s book, Comprehensive Work Readiness and Customer Service Training Program as the base for its successful program. - May 04, 2018 - DTR Inc.
CreationSwap LLC, is Now Swap Collective, LLC
Today, Swap Collective, LLC becomes the new corporate name for LiveSwap® and CreationSwap®. LiveSwap and CreationSwap will be DBA’s under this new corporate name. Previously, the LLC was named CreationSwap, LLC and is the corporation which owns CreationSwap.com and LiveSwap.com. - May 03, 2018 - Swap Collective, LLC
Liberate Hollywood Presents RAW: A Fundraiser for Local Filmmakers and Artists
Join Liberate Hollywood and the filmmaking team of RAW on the night of May 4 at 7:30 PM for a special evening of raising funds and awareness for the Women of War and Female PTSD with performances by award-winning musicians, motivational speakers, a thought-provoking panel of special guests and exemplary artists exhibiting the height of their craft. Let's re-embrace what we all are at the core: connected. - May 03, 2018 - Liberate Hollywood
United for Puerto Rico Provides Phase II Grant to H2O Worldwide and Proyecto Agua Limpia
Clean Water for 180,000 People in Puerto Rico via H2O Worldwide and Its Partners Involved in Proyecto Agua Limpia - May 03, 2018 - H2O Worldwide
Black Belt Community Foundation to Award $80,000 on Saturday, May 5 During Arts Grants Ceremony
BBCF will fund 29 different non-profit groups from across 11 counties of the Alabama Black Belt in the 2018 cycle of Arts Grants Funding supported by the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. - May 03, 2018 - Black Belt Community Foundation
SI4DEV Coordinates 2000 Children & 100 Youth Leaders for Global Youth Service Day in Nigeria
In collaboration with Youth Service America, SI4DEV celebrated GYSD in Nigeria with various youth-led activities in 13 states. Over 2000 children, teens and youths between 5 and 25 years benefited from hand washing skills and other life-transforming talks. Also, 100 youth leaders provided food and other donations to less privileged children in orphanages and rehabilitation centers. Young adults also campaigned online, in the streets and in churches, to promote youth voter registration. - May 03, 2018 - SI4DEV
Powerstone Property Management Raises $82,000 for PCRF at Reaching for the Cure Event
The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation is celebrating its 20th year. The event featured 40 sponsors, 70 vendors, 111 teams and 500 volunteers. - May 03, 2018 - Powerstone Property Management
Sandy Hennum Honored as Lifetime Roundtable and Top 10 Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Sandy Hennum, of Bemidji, Minnesota, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime Member of the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Roundtable and a 2018 Top 10 Member in Nonprofit. - May 02, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who
The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) Awards Its First Strategic Grant
OSBF Names Digital Media Company as Recipient of Strategic Grant, Which Aims to Improve the Civics Knowledge of Ohioans - May 02, 2018 - The Ohio State Bar Foundation
Third Street Music School to Honor Grammy, Tony, & Oscar Award-Winners Rosanne Cash & Joel Grey, & Architect Byron Bell at Anniversary Benefit
Feature Performance by Cast of Broadway Musical, SpongeBob SquarePants - May 01, 2018 - Third Street Music School
2313, Inc. Raises Money for Operation Smile in Charity Volleyball Tournament
2313, Inc. plays for a good cause and walks away with the trophy. Teaming up with local companies and members of the community to raise over $2000 for Operation Smile. - April 30, 2018 - 2313, Inc.
Mary’s Center Selected by Citi Foundation’s Community Progress Makers Fund to Accelerate Economic Opportunity in Washington, DC
A $500,000 investment in core operating support will enable Mary’s Center to change the paradigm of educational and economic opportunities for the next generation. - April 30, 2018 - Mary's Center
College Exams – Success in Life Hosts Two Day Workshop
On Friday the 20th of April, Success in Life, a volunteer group that teaches people how to solve everyday problems through good communication, held their first workshop in the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center, established in Downtown Clearwater by the Church of Scientology Flag Service... - April 30, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Zonta Douglas County Hosts Full House for Successful 14th Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser
Proceeds from Zonta Trivia Night will provide scholarships and grants to charities. - April 28, 2018 - Zonta Douglas County
HomeAid Colorado Dedicates EFAA’s 16th Street Transitional Housing with 5 New Units to Stabilize Homeless Families with Children
5 unit, 30-bed project made possible by the in-kind work of HomeAid Colorado and William Lyon Homes, the city and county of Boulder, State of Colorado and individual donors to serve homeless families with children in Boulder, Colorado. - April 26, 2018 - HomeAid Colorado
Catholic Charities Names Patricia Feeney Gallagher as New Chief Development Officer
Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin announces the appointment of Patricia Feeney Gallagher as new Chief Development Officer. - April 26, 2018 - Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Mateo, & Marin
Homes for Heroes Honors Affiliate Real Estate and Lending Specialists Who Gave Back More Than $1,762,000 to 1,405 Community Heroes
Top affiliates receive distinguished honor by being inducted into the Homes for Heroes Heroes Served Club for their work and selfless service to their community heroes; firefighters, law enforcement officers, military, healthcare workers and teachers. - April 25, 2018 - Homes for Heroes
Fundraising Event This Weekend in Sleepy Hollow to Support Companions For Heroes
The Relief United Team, working with the Sleepy Hollow Board of Trustees has partnered with Companions for Heroes and Infield Media & Promotions to present a Fundraising Event called “Project Hero.” This event will directly benefit Companions For Heroes (C4H) and is being held this... - April 25, 2018 - Infield Media & Promotion, Inc.
Education is Freedom’s Annual Fundraiser – An Evening with the Stars 2018
An Evening with the Stars event provides a unique opportunity to recognize and reward EIF Scholars from 19 Dallas ISD schools by investing in their future. You can provide a named scholarship (Your choice) to some of EIF's Top Scholars in Dallas, TX. These scholarship dollars help students cover college expenses not traditionally funded by financial aid. - April 25, 2018 - Education is Freedom
Depression2Extinction (d2e) Announces Partnership Event: H.E.A.L. Nashville
HEAL Nashville is a transformational event that brings community together through listening, story telling, and living into your best self. HEAL will take place on May 4th at the Downtown Presbyterian Church in Nashville. - April 25, 2018 - Depression2Extinction
Rx Partnership Awarded Grant from the Williamsburg Community Foundation to Support Medication Access Locally at Olde Towne Medical & Dental Center
Recognizing the increasing difficulty uninsured, low-income patients have affording generic medications to treat their chronic conditions, Rx Partnership created a new, innovative program that focuses on dispensing generic medications to patients at Virginia free clinics and health centers. - April 25, 2018 - Rx Partnership
Dr. Brandon Martin Appointed New President and CEO of Home Field 4 Champions/L.A.
Home Field 4 Champions has announced the appointment of Dr. Brandon Martin as their new President and CEO. He assumed responsibilities on April 23, 2018. - April 24, 2018 - Home Field 4 Champions
Cleveland Cavs GM Koby Altman, Lazard & Co. Managing Dir. of Investment Banking William M. Lewis, Jr. & Former CEO of Fleet Laboratories Rick Rizzo Elected to Posse Board
The Posse Foundation has welcomed Koby Altman, general manager of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Bill Lewis, the managing director and co-chair of investment banking at Lazard & Co., and Rick Rizzo, the former CEO of Fleet Laboratories, as members of its Board of Directors. Bill Whitaker, a... - April 24, 2018 - The Posse Foundation
Derby Day Fundraiser at St. Julien Hotel, Boulder, CO to Support Medicine Horse Program
Medicine Horse Program (MHP) invites you to get out your hats and bow-ties for a fun-filled afternoon of mint juleps, silent auction, live music, mini-horse photo booth, and more on May 5, 2:00–5:00 p.m., at the St. Julien Hotel Terrace and Great Room. Admission is free. Food and beverages, including Kentucky Derby signature mint juleps, will be available for purchase. All silent auction proceeds will benefit Medicine Horse Program. - April 23, 2018 - Medicine Horse Program
Church of Scientology Hosts Annual Volunteer Recognition Awards Dinner
On April 18, the Church of Scientology hosted the annual Volunteer Recognition Awards Dinner in Downtown Clearwater’s Historic Fort Harrison. Forty-five of the two hundred guests went on stage to receive commemorative pins, acknowledging them for their hard work to improve the... - April 21, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Bloomex Launches Get-and-Give Program to Benefit Make-A-Wish® Canada
Bloomex Canada is proud to launch its new Get-and-Give program which will help raise funds to support Make-A-Wish® Canada. Additionally, in the weeks leading up to World Wish Day® on April 29, 2018, the anniversary of the wish that inspired the founding of the organization, customers can... - April 21, 2018 - Bloomex
Stockyards City Main Street Vying for Top Honors in National Contest Recognizing America’s Main Streets
Independent We Stand, the national small business movement, kicked-off its third annual America’s Main Streets contest to help consumers, small business owners and Main Street organizations reward a deserving Main Street with $25,000 in cash and sponsor-related prizes. Stockyards City Main Street in Oklahoma City is among this year’s nominees. America’s Main Streets play an important role reinforcing this year’s theme: "Local Memories. Lasting Impact.” - April 19, 2018 - Stockyards City Main Street
Join the Hammond Police and Operation Kidsafe for Free Child Safety Days
Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Events are happening all across the U.S. and Canada. An event has been scheduled for your area. Parents get a free Amber Alert ready form. As a part of Bill Hood Ford Lincoln Safety Month, Operation Kidsafe will be in Hammond. - April 18, 2018 - Operation Kidsafe
St. Germaine Children’s Charity Launches "Share One, Wear One" Campaign for National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month
St. Germaine Children's Charity is selling bracelets in pairs, one to share and one to wear, in an effort to spread awareness during National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. Proceeds will be used to fund grants awarded to local social service agencies focusing on preventing and treating victims of child abuse. - April 18, 2018 - St. Germaine Children's Charity
IDI Consulting Supports the Pittsburgh March for Babies, a March of Dimes Signature Fundraiser
IDI Consulting is pleased to announce its silver sponsorship of the Pittsburgh March for Babies, a March of Dimes event. The event is being held on April 22nd, 2018 at Heinz Field with proceeds going towards research, education and programs that will improve the health of moms and babies. The... - April 17, 2018 - IDI Consulting
“Opportunity Knocks Television” Network Launch Based on Helping People Make Their Dreams Come True
Humanity and philanthropy are things that often seem in short supply. The new OKTV network is aimed at changing that perception with original programming focused on helping people help others achieve their dreams. - April 16, 2018 - Opportunity Knocks Television DBA OKTV
CBRE Chairman, NYC Capital Markets, Darcy Stacom and Former National Grid Chairman Robert B. Catell Named Helen Keller Services GALA Honorees
Event will be held in Brooklyn to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Helen Keller Services. - April 15, 2018 - Helen Keller National Center
Church of Scientology Hosts April Block Party
On Saturday April 7th, the Church of Scientology hosted its quarterly Downtown Block Party for the community. The event brought local neighbors, families and local non-profits together to celebrate. Over 1,500 guests enjoyed live music, carnival games, balloons, face painting, raffles and more on the corner of Cleveland Street and Fort Harrison. - April 14, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Guests Will Experience "A Taste of Philly" with Mayor Jim Kenney at the 38th Annual Elwyn Ball
Philly and the burbs have you covered with winning teams, victories, parades and parties galore. Keep the festivities going with Mayor Jim Kenney, Honorary Chair for the 38th Annual Elwyn Ball. Tickets still available for this champion celebration. - April 13, 2018 - Elwyn
Acquire Supports Dress for Success Organization and Attends Fashion Show
Since returning to the Raleigh market last year, Acquire has gained a reputation for being involved in the surrounding community. Most recently, they attended the first annual Unveil Fashion Show & Benefit sponsored by Gilded Bridal and Vidrio in support of Dress for Success. The fashion show... - April 12, 2018 - Acquire
Susan G. Komen® Central Indiana Fundraising Dollars to Save Hoosier Lives in 2018
Investment in local programs will address key barriers for breast cancer patients - April 12, 2018 - Susan G. Komen Central Indiana
Dallas Pain Relief Company Helps Relieve the Pain of Grad School Expenses
Ted’s Brain Science Products, a startup founded by UTD neuroscientists, is helping financially struggling neuroscience students further their careers with a $3450 donation to the Larry Cauller Travel Award scholarship. Cofounder Dr. Ted Price explains, “One of the most important ways... - April 11, 2018 - Ted's Brain Science
MyHuntPath – “Headhunting” Job Search Skills Now Available to All Job Seekers
SearchPath International announces the launch of MyHuntPath, the first Career Education Platform offering a self-directed technology solution that shares the techniques and methodologies of the executive recruiter with job seekers at every stage of their career path. MyHuntPath... - April 11, 2018 - SearchPath Global
Plant Five for Life Launches Pilot Program at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC
Plant Five for Life will pilot its first program planting five native trees as a gift to every child born at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC this April, Arbor Day month. A total of 5,000 trees will be planted for 1,000 newborns. The Plant Five for Life community network of partners, including... - April 11, 2018 - Plant Five for Life
Operation Food Search Announces Board of Director's Officers
St. Louis, Mo. non-profit also adds three new members to board. - April 11, 2018 - Operation Food Search
St. Germaine Children’s Charity to Host Fund Raiser at Bay City Brewing Co.
A San Diego charity focused on preventing child abuse is holding a fund raiser at a local San Diego brewing company. - April 11, 2018 - St. Germaine Children's Charity