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.
David Bergstein to Dedicate New Torah Scroll in Honor of "Trail-Blazing" Father
A community dedication celebration inducting the new Torah into the Center for Jewish Life has been slated for March 11, 2018, to coincide with the tenth yahrtzeit, or anniversary, of the late Dr. Bergstein’s passing. - February 09, 2018 - Conejo Jewish Academy
Church of Scientology Hosted Jazz - Themed Block Party in the Heart of Downtown Clearwater
Church of Scientology hosts block party in downtown Clearwater, benefiting 10 charities. - February 09, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Click & Pledge Announces New AI Assistant, Now on Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant
Customers can now access their nonprofit's fundraising statistics using only their voice. The AI Assistant is now available as an Amazon Alexa Skill, and Google Assistant Action. - February 08, 2018 - Click & Pledge
Darley Safe Water Solutions Goes to Puerto Rico
Key Fire Hose and W.S Darley & Company announced today that they have successfully donated 1,840 Darley Safe Water Boxes to Puerto Rico through the organization United for Puerto Rico. - February 07, 2018 - W.S Darley
Creators of Academy Award-Winning Film Moonlight Inspire Nonprofit Leader’s Documentary Highlighting the Beauty of Liberty City
Liberty City in Miami is compared to Detroit, Chicago and other communities known for their violence, but a new documentary aims to change the narrative about the neighborhood and the people who live there. The documentary is called S.O.O.T. (Striding Over Obstacles Together) and it was created by William Foncham II. Foncham was inspired by Barry Jenkins and Tarell McCraney, creators of the Academy Award-winning film, Moonlight, about two boys coming of age in Liberty City. - February 07, 2018 - Miami Children's Initiative
Keeping IDentities Safe Warns Jammed TSA Lines, Missed Flights, and Angry Passengers Could be in Californians’ Future, Should They Fail to Upgrade to a Gold-Star License
Keeping IDentities Safe, a Washington D.C. based non-profit, is pleased to recognize that the California Department of Motor Vehicles began issuing REAL ID-compliant licenses and ID cards at DMV offices on Jan. 22, 2018. Jammed TSA lines, missed flights, and angry passengers could be in... - February 06, 2018 - Keeping IDentities Safe
A Night of Fashion Returns to Atlanta with Upcoming Event Hosted by I Will Survive, Inc.
Join IWS for an exquisite event where Health meets Fashion on the Runway. There will be live entertainment, professional expert health speakers, fashion show, dinner, silent auction and more. - February 05, 2018 - I Will Survive, Inc.
Get Grant Ready to Host Unique Training Opportunities for Start-Up Nonprofit Organizations
On February 15, 2018, from 10:00am to 2:00pm (EST) Get Grant Ready will be conducting an online webinar for start-up nonprofit organizations designed to help navigate the obstacles nonprofits encounter during the initial phases of incorporation life cycles. Attendees will learn how to develop a... - February 04, 2018 - Nikki Kirk
Unelma Platforms' Fundheartly Empowers People with Millions of Dollars for the Charitable Causes
During the last year, Unelma platforms announced the launch of its crowdfunding platform where the platform was slow to scale and grow. Today Unelma platforms' Fundheartly team is proud to announce the growth and the scalability metrics. Fundheartly is a crowdfunding platform for fundraising of... - February 04, 2018 - Unelma Platforms
The Exchange Club Family Center Welcomes Hitching as Development Director
The Exchange Club Family Center, a local nonprofit agency dedicated to ending family violence, today announced the appointment of Nicky Hitching as its development director. Hitching, whose career includes extensive experience in business-to-business journalism, writing and editing, comes to the... - February 03, 2018 - The Exchange Club Family Center
The Way to Happiness Association of Tampa Bay Inspires Random Acts of Kindness
On Tuesday February 13th the Way to Happiness Association of Tampa Bay will deliver a seminar based on the precept, “Try to treat others as you would like to be treated” from The Way to Happiness a common sense guide to better living. The seminar will highlight the virtue of kindness, and treating others fairly in honor of the National Random Acts of Kindness day (February the 17th). The event is open to all and will begin at 6:30pm. Light refreshments are served. - February 03, 2018 - Church of Scientology
The World Affairs Council of St. Louis Names New Executive Director
Robert A. Foster brings over 30 years of experience to the position. - February 02, 2018 - The World Affairs Council of St. Louis
Bellafina Chocolates is Offering a Special Edition Valentine's Day Gifts to Benefit Kuda Vana Children's Home in Zimbabwe
A Sweet Way to Help Sweet Children - February 02, 2018 - Bellafina Chocolates
The Cleveland Police Department's 2nd District to Distribute Thousands of Warm Undergarments to The Metanoia Project, to Directly Benefit Homeless Population
The Cleveland Police Department's 2nd District to Distribute Thousands of Undergarments to the Homeless for The 4th Annual Sock & Underwear Drive. Captain Keith Sulzer, Sgt. Timothy Maffo-Judd will bring collection of goods to The Metanoia Project this Friday, February 2nd at 7:30PM. The... - February 02, 2018 - The Metanoia Project
Operation Food Search Exceeds Capital Campaign Goal
St. Louis, Mo. non-profit organization surpasses $7 million goal. - February 02, 2018 - Operation Food Search
The ACCS "China Oscar Night Gala" Hosts an International Extravaganza for Dignitaries, Hollywood Celebrities and VIPs
ACCS is excited to announce its Oscars China Night, an Oscar viewing gala with CEO Awards ceremony to take place on Sunday March 4 at Beverly Hills Sofitel Hotel. - February 01, 2018 - American-Chinese CEO Society (ACCS)
Local Employment Project Hits Target Three Times Over
A local employment programme is celebrating one year of success, having helped three times their yearly target of individuals to find work. The Building Better Opportunities Shropshire Project, funded by the European Social Fund and the National Lottery, through the Big Lottery Fund, supports... - February 01, 2018 - Landau
Retired Las Vegas 911 Dispatcher Turns Successful Realtor with Bentley Realty Group and Pays It Forward in K-9 Community
After Erika Bentley retired from being a 911 dispatcher she launched a new career in 2016 – real estate. She and her partner, John Kelley, decided to give back to the community when her real estate business started to take off. In 2017, alone, Bentley did $10 million in sales and within 16 months she was named one of the top 10 agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices franchise for the state of Nevada. - January 31, 2018 - Bentley Realty Group
Local Community Leaders and Stakeholders Celebrate Groundbreaking of the New Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Facility
Stakeholders holders and city officials broke ground at the new Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) facility at 5003 Tradewinds Parkway, in Madison Wisconsin, on Thursday, January 25. Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin, Executive Director, Darice Langham, kicked off the ceremony by describing the impact... - January 30, 2018 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
Butterfly Effect of Golf Hosts Night of the Scholars Banquet
On Saturday, January 20, the Butterfly Effect of Golf non-profit held their Second Annual Night of the Scholars Banquet in Downtown Clearwater’s Fort Harrison, the Church of Scientology’s International Religious Retreat. “This night was one to remember,” said Mr. Robert... - January 30, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Eric Deblasi Starts a New Chapter - "Giving Back," After 20+ Years of Successes
Eric Deblasi is now giving 80% of his time to set up true Nonprofit organizations to help with everything from combating the opium epidemic to helping single mothers cope with the medical, dental and financial expenses for their families. An example of these charities Eric Deblasi is creating, is a charitable organization to provide free Dental Services to economically challenged families and others such as recovering addicts who have lost a majority or all of their teeth by age 30. - January 26, 2018 - DeBlasi Enterprises
Heartland Coalition GoFundMe Campaign to Supply Fresh Drinking Water to Puerto Rico
4 Months after Hurricane Maria, fresh drinking water is scarce in Puerto Rico. - January 26, 2018 - PanLbilt
Dream Foundation to Fulfill Super Bowl Dream of Lifelong Philadelphia Eagles Fan
Philly native and Eagles fan to fulfill final Dream by attending Super Bowl LII. - January 26, 2018 - Dream Foundation
Tate & Tryon, Top Accounting Firm for Nonprofits, Announces National Expansion
Opens Regional Offices in New York City. - January 25, 2018 - Tate and Tryon
Rachel's Challenge, an Organization Promoting Safer School Environments, to Hold Open Preview Event in Denver
Rachel's Challenge is a local organization built around the thoughts and ideas of Rachel Joy Scott, the first victim of the Columbine High School shooting. Her father will be hosting an introductory event in the Denver area for those interested in learning more about Rachel while bringing awareness to their school program that has been successful in more than 5,000 schools around the world. - January 22, 2018 - Garlic Media Group
A Night When Tastemakers Become Dream-makers (2.08.18)
Urbani Truffle Lab and Dream Foundation host exclusive NYC Launch to amplify awareness and mission of Dream-granting organization. - January 22, 2018 - Dream Foundation
AGI and EARSC Sign MoU
The Association of Geospatial Industries (AGI) & The European Association of Remote Sensing Companies (EARSC) sign MoU for strengthening relationships between European and Indian companies in the Geospatial Industry. - January 21, 2018 - Association of Geospatial Industries
Rebuilding Together Atlanta Appoints New Chair, Members to 2018 Board of Directors
Non-Profit Rehabs Low-income Homes in Metro Atlanta to Expand Affordable Housing Efforts - January 21, 2018 - Rebuilding Together Atlanta
Rett Syndrome Foundation to Host 11th Annual Strollathon
Non-profit organization to raise money for research treatments. - January 21, 2018 - Rett Syndrome Foundation
Helpusadopt.org Adds Fourth Cycle to Adoption Grant Program
Since 2007, Helpusadopt.org, a national 501(c)(3), has been awarding life-changing grants up to $15,000 to couples and individuals (regardless of race, religion, marital status, or sexual orientation) so that they can complete the cost of their adoption and bring their children home. The... - January 19, 2018 - Helpusadopt.org
The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) Announces Strategic Grant Program to Improve the Civics Knowledge of Ohioans
OSBF Opens Call for Proposals for New Grant Initiative, Seeking to Arm Ohio Adults with Knowledge to Become Better Informed Citizens - January 18, 2018 - The Ohio State Bar Foundation
Legg Calve Perthes Foundation Welcomes Dr. Wudbhav Sankar, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, as Board Member
The Legg Calve Perthes Foundation, dedicated to improving research, education, and awareness of Perthes, has added a new Board member this month, Dr. Wudbhav Sankar, of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. - January 16, 2018 - Legg Calve Perthes Foundation
Nonprofits Join Forces and Kickoff Checkoff Colorado Awareness Campaign to Increase Voluntary Donations on State Tax Form
Check-off Giving Provides Taxpayers a Simple Way to Give Back to Their Communities. - January 15, 2018 - Checkoff Colorado
Over 700 Free Bags of Produce to be Delivered to the Homes of Senior and Homebound Neighbors Next Saturday
On Saturday, January 20th, over 100 community volunteers, businesses and groups will participate in Meals On Wheels of Tampa’s Produce On Wheels (POW!) program. This program, partnered with Feeding Tampa Bay, will help increase senior and homebound access to fresh produce. Dedicated volunteers will give their time, vehicle and gas to deliver free, pre-packed bags of fresh fruits and vegetables to over 700 home delivered meal (HDM) recipients on Saturday morning. - January 14, 2018 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
Maitri Compassionate Care Hosts Its 31st Annual Maitri Bliss 2018 - Signature Gala & Auction
Celebrating 31 Years of Service, Bliss 2018 Will Feature the Grammy & Tony Award Winning Singer/Actress Jennifer Holliday with Appearances by Frenchie Davis, Jason Stuart and Jonny Zywiciel - January 13, 2018 - Maitri Compassionate Care
One Heart Project-Kansas City Mentoring Initiative Partners with Jackson County to Help At-Risk Juveniles
Non-profit organization One Heart will provide mentoring and other services to youthful offenders in the Jackson County-Kansas City area to get them a second chance and reduce recidivism rates. e - January 12, 2018 - One Heart Project
Pennypacker and Associates, Editors Launches New Website: Targets Authors, Publishers, Marketers, Business Leaders, and Association Execs
Pennypacker and Associates has just launched a new website targeting authors, publishers, marketers, business leaders, and association execs. The company specializes in editing business, technology, marketing, and other nonfiction writing. - January 11, 2018 - Pennypacker & Associates
100 Walkers to Relive the Kennedy 50-Mile Hike
Join a group of hearty long distance hikers known as FreeWalkers plan to travel 50 miles by foot in one day. They will walk from Old Anglers Inn in Potomac, Maryland to Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia, along the banks of the Potomac River on the C&O Canal Towpath. This event will mark the 5th annual Kennedy 50-Mile Walk, famous for re-creating a very long, one-day event that moved the nation 55 years ago. - January 11, 2018 - FreeWalkers
The Bow Wow Buddies Foundation Finishes 2017 Strong, Helping 89 Dogs in Need by Granting More Than $150,000
Camp Bow Wow Heightens Focus on its Nonprofit and Successfully Increases Total Number of Dog Medical Grants Year-over-Year. - January 11, 2018 - Camp Bow Wow
Hacienda Foundation of St. Louis Hand-Wraps, Delivers Christmas Presents to Local Family in Need
One local family in need received several gifts this holiday season, thanks to the Hacienda Foundation of St. Louis and Giving is a Family Tradition (GiFT), a St. Louis-based non-profit organization. The Hacienda Foundation of St. Louis adopted a family for the holiday season. GiFT hand-selected... - January 11, 2018 - Hacienda Mexican Restaurant
Highlands Ranch Gives Back to Law Enforcement
The citizens of Highlands Ranch love their law enforcement officers and wish to show their gratitude for their daily support and protection of Highlands Ranch and beyond. In honor of the officers, citizens are gathering the community together to “serve our servants” and invite all members of Highlands Ranch to enjoy a pancake brunch during this time of healing. - January 10, 2018 - Citizens of Highlands Ranch
Track Gives Back by Sponsoring Women's Resources of Monroe County
Trackside Station Grill & Bar is hosting its 2nd Annual Track Gives Back fundraising event supporting Women’s Resources of Monroe County this year. - January 10, 2018 - TEPSBEST Media
Meals on Wheels Tampa to Host 5K & Fun Run Music Fest
Meals on Wheels Tampa to host 5K & Fun Run Music Fest to collect funds for emergency safety kits for 800 homebound seniors. - January 10, 2018 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
HealthUnlocked Welcomes Over 50 New Advocacy Organisations to the Network
More non profit and advocacy organisations join leading social network HealthUnlocked, further extending its reach globally and helping more people to access life changing support. - January 09, 2018 - HealthUnlocked
Custom Trained Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to Family in Kettering, Ohio
SDWR, a nonprofit service dog organization based in Madison, VA, delivered a custom trained Diabetic Alert Service Dog to a family in Kettering, OH. - January 06, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Scientology Volunteer Ministers Focus Community Cleaning to Clearwater’s Gateway
Saturday, January 13th marks the first of a series of community clean-ups the Scientology Volunteer Ministers are undertaking this year in Clearwater’s Downtown Gateway Neighborhood, an area listed as one of the “blighted” areas in Clearwater. The clean-up begins at 9:30am,... - January 06, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
New Year’s Eve Marks 27,000th Visitor to the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater
On December 31st, a family of four from New York City vacationing in Clearwater stopped by the Scientology Information Center – thus breaking the 27,000 visitor mark to the Center. - January 06, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Ecological Restoration Enhances Water Quality in Chesapeake Bay - Ecotone's Stream Restoration Techniques Improve Habitat & Reduce Restoration Costs in Baltimore County
Ecotone, Inc. has restored 2,160 linear feet of stream in the northeastern part of Baltimore County, Maryland. The project was funded by Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources through the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund. By applying Ecotone’s unique “less is more” approach of stream restoration they completed the project at half the cost of traditional engineering approaches, minimized the project’s carbon footprint, and increased the stream's sustainability. - January 05, 2018 - Ecotone, Inc.
Zonta Douglas County Delivers Safeway-Provided Meals to Feed 1,200 People in the Denver Metro Area
Members of Zonta Douglas County continued to fulfill their mission to improve the lives of women and children by delivering turkey holiday meals to feed more than 1,200 people. Zontians and their family members partnered with their local Safeway store that provided the meals. “With the... - January 04, 2018 - Zonta Douglas County
Twinpanzee 4 Chimpanzees! Twinpanzee Brewing Co & Kristi Odom Photography to Host “Primates 4 Primates” Fundraiser for Liberia Chimpanzee Rescue & Protection Feb 11, 2018
Twinpanzee Brewing Co and Kristi Odom Photography to Host “Primates 4 Primates” Fundraiser for Liberia Chimpanzee Rescue & Protection: Fundraiser Party Sunday, February 11, 2018 3pm-6pm - January 03, 2018 - Twinpanzee Brewing Company