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.
Passport To Your National Parks 2018 Regional Stamp Set Now Available on eParks.com
Announcing the 2018 Regional Stamp Set, the newest addition to the annual stamp series from the popular Passport To Your National Parks program®. - November 30, 2017 - Eastern National
WE Charity to Announce First Ever Sock Collaboration with Friendship Socks
Friendship Socks is proud to announce its first ever charity collaboration in partnership with WE Charity to create two limited edition pairs of socks with 50% of profits going to benefit children’s education in Kenya. Friendship Socks, the social sock gifting company that lets you send a... - November 29, 2017 - Friendship Socks Inc
Brooklyn Community Services Wins 2017 New York Community Trust Nonprofit Excellence Award from Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York (NPCC)
Brooklyn Community Services is One of Three Nonprofits Honored for Excellence in Nonprofit Management with the New York Community Trust Nonprofit Excellence Award presented by the Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York (NPCC). - November 29, 2017 - Brooklyn Community Services
Elwyn's New CEO Announces Senior Leadership Team to Drive Growth and Innovation
Respected Leader in Human Services Field Gears Up for the Future One of the most recognized and historical nonprofits is getting a major leadership facelift, as the new President and CEO of Elwyn, Charles McLister, redesigns the organization’s executive team. The newly formed 14-member... - November 29, 2017 - Elwyn
Rack Up Some Good Karma by Joining Beekwee on #GivingTuesday; Give, Get Back and Only Pay Shipping
Beekwee is a community-driven donation marketplace for parents in the United States. The platform allows families to donate and receive easily shippable baby, child, and maternity products, so they can keep up with their baby’s growth spurts without breaking the bank. Beekwee was created to... - November 27, 2017 - Beekwee
Widow Publicly Forgives Husband's Killer at Finish The Ride Event
On 1 November 2016, Jeff Knopp (USMC (ret.), loving husband and father) was cycling on Foothill Boulevard when he was hit from behind and killed while riding a narrow stretch of Foothill Blvd. with no bike lane. In celebration of his life, this past weekend a Finish The Ride® event was held. Everyone in attendance was brought to tears when Jennifer Knopp, Jeff’s widow, introduced Joshua (the driver who killed Jeff), hugged him and forgave him for happened that day. - November 27, 2017 - Streets Are For Everyone
Healthy Humor and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Celebrate the Arrival of “Red Nose Docs” with a Party on #GivingTuesday, November 28, 2017
An afternoon celebration to launch Healthy Humor's Red Nose Docs at CHOP. - November 27, 2017 - Healthy Humor, Inc.
Penn State Chooses DonorDrive to Unite Philanthropy
The Penn State University has selected the DonorDrive Peer-to-Peer Fundraising platform and services to power all of their digital philanthropic outreach. Penn State THON™ (the world’s largest student-run philanthropy), Alumni Development, and DIY Crowdfunding Campaigns will join Four... - November 27, 2017 - DonorDrive
CDJ & Associates Spearhead the Annual Gala for the Newly Formed Kevin A. Goggins Kidney Foundation
Founder, Liz Goggins taps into CDJ & Associates to manage the First Annual Gala for KAGKF. The exquisite ballroom of Marriott Hotel 27033 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI will serve as the venue for the first annual fundraising gala for the new Kevin A. Goggins Kidney Foundation. On the evening of Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 7PM the foundation will host the fundraiser as a kick-off for the organization. - November 26, 2017 - CDJ & Associates
December 2nd Brings 25th Annual Winter Wonderland to Downtown Clearwater
On December 2nd at 6:00pm, the Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) and the Church of Scientology open the 25th Annual Winter Wonderland on Drew St. and N. Fort Harrison Ave., in Downtown Clearwater. Hundreds of children and families will see Santa Claus plug in the 100,000 twinkling lights that... - November 25, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Events Across the Southland Mark 26th Annual World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
When it comes to fatal traffic crashes, Los Angeles is #1 and over the last few years, the problem has gotten worse. Three days of “World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims” activities were held across Los Angeles by a coalition of nonprofits called the L.A. Vision Zero Alliance. This year’s theme centered around the realization that they are not “accidents” but in at least 93% of the cases they are preventable. - November 24, 2017 - Streets Are For Everyone
Can Your Fines at the Augusta County Library
Can your overdue library fines with a donation the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. - November 24, 2017 - Augusta County Library
Bloomex Extends Its Partnership with Make-A-Wish® Canada
Bloomex Canada is pleased to continue its partnership with Make-A-Wish® Canada with special products and a Holiday Wishes Collection for Christmas 2017. - November 24, 2017 - Bloomex
2017 National Art and Humanities Youth Program Awards Announced
At a special ceremony in Washington, D.C. this November, the nation's federal cultural agencies honored twelve Creative Youth Development programs from across the country for their work in providing excellent arts and humanities learning opportunities to young people. - November 23, 2017 - Phoenix Conservatory of Music
Squash Partnership Provides Opportunity to Low Income Students
Students of Empower College Prep, a public charter school based in Central Phoenix, will serve as the flagship program of Arizona Squash, Inc., a non-profit group that engages underserved Phoenix area youth with academic support, squash and wellness, mentoring, enrichment, and community service to develop high school ready middle schoolers, college ready high schoolers, and career ready adults. - November 22, 2017 - Arizona Squash, Inc.
Dreamland Will Help Fulfill More Than 2500 Dreams in 2018
Dream-granting organization’s Annual Gala raises awareness and vital funds. - November 21, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Humane Society Veterinarian Honored Presenter at National Veterinary Symposium
Dr. Karla Bard, Director of Medical Operations at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, led a presentation of landmark research findings at the annual meeting of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP). The milestone research findings alleviate concerns that a nationwide rise in high volume spay-neuter facilities has been accompanied by a lower quality of care that leads to an increase in post-surgical mortality. - November 20, 2017 - Humane Society of Tampa Bay
Soldiers and Oilers Alumni to Face Off in Hockey Game to Support Wounded Troops and Families
Oilers Alumni, Canadian Armed Forces, Military veterans, corporate sponsors and other generous Edmontonians join forces to raise awareness and funds to support Canadian military, veterans, and their families. - November 19, 2017 - PPCLI Foundation
Operation Food Search Hires New Food Donations Account Manager
Martha Kemper to work with regional partners to reduce food insecurity. - November 19, 2017 - Operation Food Search
O'LYN Roofing Holds Holiday Food Drive to Help Families in Need
O'LYN Roofing is proud to announce the success of their annual food drive, benefiting the Norwood Food Pantry. - November 19, 2017 - O'LYN Roofing
Charter Tax Bids Farewell to Charter "Its Herd of the Hospice?" Horse
Kent Accountancy firm, Charter Tax, raised over £100,000 for Hospice in the Weald. - November 19, 2017 - Charter Tax
Spohrer Dodd Supports the NAACP as a Longtime Sponsor of Their Freedom Fund Dinner
Law firm, which represents clients in civil rights cases, has sponsored the event for the last seven years. - November 18, 2017 - Spohrer & Dodd
Charity Coalition Celebrates 3 Years of Partnerships at Church of Scientology’s Fort Harrison
On November 15th, the Church of Scientology hosted the Tampa Bay Charity Coalition’s 3rd Anniversary Banquet in the Fort Harrison Auditorium. Seventy different non-profit organizations, including Children with a Vision, PACE Center for Girls, Pinellas County Foster and Adoptive Parents... - November 18, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Less Than One Month Before ACA Deadline: What do North Carolinians Need to Know?
North Carolinians only have one month to enroll or re-enroll in quality, affordable health coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace. The fifth open enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) ends December 15. During this open enrollment period, uninsured North Carolinians are able to select plans that fit their needs and budgets on the Marketplace. - November 17, 2017 - NC Get Covered
Gaming4Guts – A New Online Gaming Competition Blazes Fundraising Trail for Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA)
72-Hour Gaming4Guts Event to Take Place December 1-3, 2017. Goal: $10,000. Innovative Initiative Created by Former Chicago Area Fire Fighter in Partnership with Others Afflicted with IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease). - November 17, 2017 - Gaming4Guts
Tate & Tryon, Top D.C. Accounting Firm for Nonprofits, Marks Significant Growth Strategy
Tate & Tryon, a leading accounting firm for nonprofits, headquartered in Washington, D.C., announced its new tagline and fresh website, marking significant growth, and introducing a pivotal strategy to its service of the metropolitan area. - November 16, 2017 - Tate and Tryon
Good Shepherd Volunteers Hosts "A Night at the Library," a Fundraiser Celebrating the Service and Impact of Volunteers
Good Shepherd Volunteers engages young people in a dedicated year of service for some of the world most vulnerable populations. On Thursday, November 16th, Good Shepherd Volunteers will host, A Night at the Library to celebrate the service and impact of their volunteers. The event will be held from... - November 16, 2017 - Good Shepherd Volunteers
Executive Consultants of NY Gets the Job Done, Literally. ECNY Foundation created to Expand Job Search Boot Camp™ Reach.
Former corporate headhunter turned career coach, Maria Themistocleous-Frey, has assisted over 3500 people with her company, Executive Consultants of NY’s Job Search Boot Camp™. Having worked in the “job hunting space” throughout Long Island since 2009, Frey quickly realized that there was a need for her services at all levels - not just senior level executives. - November 16, 2017 - ECNY Foundation
Sky Pham Presents Donation to the 55th President of Mexico, H.E Vicente Fox Quesada to Help Earthquake Victims in Mexico at the Global Official Dignitary Awards (G.O.D)
At the 5th Annual Global Official Dignitary Awards (G.O.D.), integrated with the 4th Annual WCH Humanitarian Summit last October 20-21, 2017 in New York, on behalf of the Compassionate Hands Foundation and the Vietnamese students in U.S.A, Phạm Nguyễn Đăng Trình, known as Sky Pham was honored to present to H.E. Vicente Fox Quesada, the 55th President of Mexico and the Former First Lady Marta Sahagún de Fox, the donations of $ 10,000. - November 16, 2017 - Kien Nam Group, LLC
Pro Bono Partnership Celebrated 20th Anniversary with Record-Breaking Gala
On October 12, 2017 Pro Bono Partnership celebrated at its 20th Anniversary Gala with more than 600 supporters—including volunteer lawyers, law firm and corporate executives, and clients—at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. - November 16, 2017 - Pro Bono Partnership
Operation Food Search Awarded $10,000 Newman's Own Foundation Grant
Money to assist St. Louis non-profit agency with interactive grocery store tour. - November 15, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Sci-Unison Fitness Seeks to Shatter Previous $15,000 Record in Annual Reps4Food Charity Fundraiser
In 2013 Mr. Sullivan organized the 1st Annual Reps4Food Challenge to raise money for those less fortunate on Thanksgiving. In 2016 the Sci-Unison Fitness Thanksgiving Food Drive raised over $15,000 dollars in less than one month across multiple states. In 2017 they seek to shatter that number in order to ensure that many of those in need will have a warm meal this year on Thanksgiving. - November 14, 2017 - Sci-Unison Fitness
New Leadership and Name for Community Dental Centers Serving San Mateo County, California
Introducing Sonrisas Dental Health, and new leadership, for a highly respected family dental service and non-profit. - November 14, 2017 - Sonrisas Dental Health, Inc.
AbleThrive Goes Global for #ThriveWorldwide
Disability Non-Profit Makes International Push with Newest Campaign - November 13, 2017 - AbleThrive
World’s Only Accreditation Body Celebrates Tenth Anniversary as Demand for Legitimate Animal Sanctuaries Rises
NIH chimp phase out, Costa Rica legislation, and Ringling Brothers retirement demonstrate growing need for the “Good Housekeeping” seal of approval. - November 11, 2017 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Nation of Islam Members Receive Disaster Relief Training at the Scientology Information Center
Continuing their tradition of working with people of all faiths, the Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers held an introductory First Aid Seminar at the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater for 45 members of the Nation of Islam. - November 11, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Laura Bush, Former Pres. Obasanjo Help Vision Africa Celebrate 20th Anniversary
Former First Lady Laura Bush and former Nigerian Pres. Olusegun Obasanjo were special guests as Vision Africa, a ministry that seeks to heal the bodies, minds and souls of Africans, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Mrs. Bush, a longtime champion for Africa and its people, spoke at the... - November 10, 2017 - Vision Africa
BabySav Donates Toys to Phoenix Children’s Hospital
BabySav will take all donations in the month of November to purchase toys for the Phoenix Children’s Hospital Toy Drive. - November 10, 2017 - BabySav
National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Mini-Marathon & 5K Training Program - 28 Years and Running
Training for a race event is better with a group! Join NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program and cross the finish line this spring! Now in it’s 28th year, the NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program prepares participants for both the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini Marathon... - November 09, 2017 - NIFS
Operation Food Search Introduces Afterschool Meal Program
St. Louis non-profit agency to provide "super snack" opportunity to children. - November 09, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Free Wheelchair Mission Kicks Off "1 Million for 1 Million" Campaign
Powerful new documentary, "Because No One Should Have to Crawl," chronicles one-million-wheelchair journey. - November 09, 2017 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Mayor Gerald Williams, White Castle, Has a Passion for Creating Opportunity, Music and Entertainment to Raise Awareness
One mayor has a passion for creating opportunity, music and entertainment to raise awareness for causes like Sickle Cell Anemia, Breast Cancer Awareness and even creating safe Halloween experiences for kids. “BOO ON BOWIE was an Awesome! Success!,” the Mayor said. “No kids on the... - November 08, 2017 - Town of White Castle
Nexcore Donates $14,200 to McKinley Classical Leadership Academy’s Athletics Program
Nexcore, a co-working space in St. Louis’ Fox Park neighborhood, has recently donated $14,200 to nearby McKinley Classical Leadership Academy. These funds will support the school’s athletic department, providing new equipment and components for the gym. With Nexcore’s donation,... - November 08, 2017 - Nexcore
Press Pillay Opens Applications for Spring 2018 Pillanthropy Program
Toronto agency will offer pro-bono marketing to two nonprofit organizations. - November 07, 2017 - Press Pillay
Youth Volunteer Honored by The Gateway Family YMCA
Laurence Manalo named 2017 Youth Volunteer of the Year for his dedication, engagement and support of children at The Gateway Family YMCA. - November 07, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Rebuilding Together Board of Directors Host Rebuild in Honor of Veterans Day
Local Non-Profit Rehabs Home in Atlanta’s Westview Neighborhood for Military Family - November 05, 2017 - Rebuilding Together Atlanta
Team Registration is Now Open for Zonta's Spring Trivia Event
Annual Trivia Night fundraiser benefits the lives of women and children, especially those impacted by domestic violence. - November 04, 2017 - Zonta Douglas County
Cub Scout Pack 313 Celebrates “Ichabod Crane Night” in Downtown Clearwater
On October 30th, Cub Scout Pack 313, chartered by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, celebrated their annual "Ichabod Crane Night" at Downtown Clearwater's Fort Harrison Park. Cub Scouts participated in a Jack-O-Lantern contest where everyone wins and enjoyed roasting... - November 04, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
The Church of Scientology Celebrates Thanksgiving with Block Party
The Church of Scientology will be holding its next Downtown Block Party on November 18th in honor of Thanksgiving. The event will take place on Cleveland Street between Fort Harrison Avenue and Garden Avenue. The event starts at 5pm and all are welcome. The Block Party activities will include live music, food, raffles, prizes, carnival games, bouncy house, face painting, a petting zoo, and a caricature artist. There is no cost to attend or to participate in the various activities. - November 04, 2017 - Church of Scientology
CitrusBits Launches “Moments,” a Philanthropic Mobile App
CitrusBits, a leading mobile app development company, has launched a new philanthropic mobile app called Moments. - November 04, 2017 - Citrusbits Inc