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.
National Institute for Fitness and Sport Gears Up for Its 11th Year of Women’s Triathlon Training
The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Go Girl Triathlon Training Program begins at 5:30pm on Tuesday June 20, 2017 at NIFS in downtown Indianapolis. Registration now open. - May 11, 2017 - NIFS
National Day of Prayer Calls for Interfaith Summit
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and United for Human Rights came together with over 150 guests and religious leaders in honor of National Day of Prayer at the Franciscan Center in Tampa. - May 11, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Operation Food Search Hires New Director of Child Nutrition Programs
Brian Wieher brings more than 20 years of experience to the agency. - May 11, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Florida Literacy Conference to be Held in Captiva May 10-12
The Florida Literacy Coalition (FLC) will be hosting the 33rd Annual Florida Literacy Conference next week at the South Seas Island Resort on Captiva Island. The conference will kick off with keynote speaker Barbara Oakley during the opening general session. Oakley, an engineering professor and... - May 07, 2017 - Florida Literacy Coalition
PAHO Foundation and CGF Collaborate to Advance Health and Wellness in Latin America
PAHO Foundation and The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), a global, nonprofit association of leading companies in the retail and consumer packaged goods industry, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Through their strategic partnership, the Foundation and CGF agree to “foster innovation... - May 06, 2017 - PAHO Foundation
Church of Scientology to Host Interfaith Event for Memorial Day Weekend
On May 27th the Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers of Tampa Bay will host an event in honor of Memorial Day encouraging all faiths to rededicate themselves to peace and understanding for our Country, while remembering those who fought and died to protect these basic rights. Religious leaders and members of all faiths are invited to attend. The event will be held in the Historic Fort Harrison Crystal ballroom at 11 am. - May 06, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Operation Food Search to Provide Flood Relief
St. Louis nonprofit agency collecting non-perishable food and personal care items. - May 06, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Volunteers Awarded for Service to Community
On April 26th, the Tampa Bay Charity Coalition hosted the Annual Volunteer Recognition Awards Banquet at the Fort Harrison. Forty community volunteers were awarded in front of 185 guests, representing over 50 organizations. Dylan Pires, Community Affairs Director for the Church of Scientology in... - May 06, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Hidden Acres Rescue for Thoroughbreds of Florida is Verified by Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Hidden Acres Rescue for Thoroughbreds as of May 3, 2017. Verification means that Hidden Acres Rescue for... - May 06, 2017 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Richie Sambora Takes One-of-a-Kind Guitar Auction at Barnstable to Whole New Level
Sambora changing up some tradition for a more worthy cause: Fighting Diabetes. - May 05, 2017 - Richie Sambora
Kyowa Kirin, Inc. and Dream Foundation Partner to Serve Adults at the End of Life
National dream-granting organization and New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company team up on palliative care effort. - May 05, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Operation Food Search Receives Good360 Award
St. Louis nonprofit agency honored for leadership in product philanthropy. - May 05, 2017 - Operation Food Search
The Greater Jacksonville USO Has Earned the Highest Rating Possible from Charity Navigator
Nonprofit organization has received their second consecutive 4-star rating. - May 05, 2017 - The Greater Jacksonville USO
State Senator Melinda Bush Tours NorthPointe Resources
Senator Melinda Bush visited with the goal of understanding the community's thoughts and concerns, to better make sure their voices are heard when addressing the senate. - May 04, 2017 - NorthPointe Resources
Dream Foundation Hosts Its 7th Annual Flower Empower Luncheon
Annual event raises funds and awareness for beloved community program. - May 04, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Tampa Non-Profit for At-Risk Children and Families Receives Donated Group Event at TreeUmph! Adventure Course
The Children’s Home Network has received a donated group event at TreeUmph! Adventure Course. The Children’s Home Network is Tampa's oldest charitable organization that has proudly helped abused, neglected and abandoned children and their families for the last 125 years. - May 04, 2017 - Children's Home Network
The Travelers Protective Association's Scholarship Trust Presents 54 Grants
The trust for the hearing impaired awards $20,800 to recipients from 20 different states. - May 04, 2017 - Travelers Protective Association
The Medical Center of Aurora & Project Angel Heart Use Food as Medicine
The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) announced today that they are partnering with Project Angel Heart in a groundbreaking pilot program whereby TMCA dietitians will help discharged patients connect with Project Angel Heart, who will then provide healthy meals to those patients for 30 days following... - May 03, 2017 - The Medical Center of Aurora
Zonta Douglas County Hosts Successful 13th Annual Trivia Night
Proceeds from Zonta's 13th Annual Trivia Night will provide scholarships and grants to local charities. - May 03, 2017 - Zonta Douglas County
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist of the Charlotte Hornets Unveils Sponsored Food Bank of South Jersey Hope Mobile
South Jersey Native and NBA Basketball Player Helps Provide Meals to Those in Need - May 03, 2017 - Food Bank of South Jersey
South Dakota Groups to Develop Testing Lab for International Humanitarian Organization
SD Mines and RPM & Associates Commit to Assist with Free Wheelchair Mission Test Lab. - May 02, 2017 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Elaine G. Adevai Commemorated with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Elaine G. Adevai of Staten Island, New York has been commemorated with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and high level of success for over 35 years in the field of nonprofit services. About Elaine G. Adevai Ms. Adevai is... - May 02, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dr. BJ Miller to Serve as Dream Foundation Honorary Medical Chair
Dream Foundation, the only national dream-granting organization for terminally-ill adults, today announced that Dr. BJ Miller, a world-renowned speaker and physician specializing in hospice and palliative care will serve as the organization’s Honorary Medical Chair. Dr. Miller currently... - May 01, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Dream Foundation and Amedisys Foundation Fulfill Hospice Patient’s Final Dream
Sixty-nine-year-old to receive new scooter. - April 29, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Scientology Volunteer Ministers Prove That Something Can be Done About It in Greenwood Neighborhood
Addressing a situation that is spiraling out of control, on April 22nd the Scientology Volunteer Ministers Florida Chapter went to the Greenwood Neighborhood in Clearwater to pick up trash for the third week in a row. “People are bringing their trash to Greenwood and dumping it there. It... - April 29, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
NCJW St. Louis Announces 2017-2019 Executive Team and Board
NCJW-St. Louis is excited to announce their 2017-2019 Executive Team and Board. NCJW St. Louis welcomes 5 new members to the Executive Team and 5 new Board Members. The new Executive Team and Board will be installed at their annual Installation and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, May 18, 2017. NCJW has been around since 1895 and its programs and projects help improve the lives of women, children and families. - April 29, 2017 - National Council of Jewish Women-St. Louis Section
Healing Warriors Program Golden Ticket Event
Healing Warriors Program will host its annual Golden Ticket Event on Saturday, May 20th at 5pm at the new Block One Events Center located at 428 Linden Street in Fort Collins, Colorado. Keynote speaker for the event is Major Diggs Brown (ret) U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) who in addition... - April 28, 2017 - Healing Warriors Program
Sky Zone Ocean Brings Warrior Course to Monmouth County
Sky Zone Ocean opens latest attractions this weekend and brings a state of the art Warrior course to Monmouth County. Located in the Seaview Square Mall in Ocean Township, Sky Zone Ocean now has a Ninja Warrior Course, Sky Climb free climbing wall, Sky Hoops one-on-one basketball, Sky Joust and Sky Ladder balance tests, as well as classic favorites of Foam Zone, Ultimate Dodgeball, and Sky Slam basketball. This weekend proceeds of Sky Swag packages will go to the Autism Speaks organization. - April 26, 2017 - Sky Zone Trampoline Park
New Non-Profit Launches to Help Stop the Heroin Epidemic
SeekHealing to commence fundraising at launch party in Washington, DC, to offer post-detox rehabilitation programs in mid-Atlantic region. - April 26, 2017 - SeekHealing
Connectria Hosting Holds Food Drive for Operation Food Search
St. Louis company collects more than 12,000 pounds of food and personal care items. - April 26, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Innov-E Foundation Expands Its International Initiatives
Innov-E Foundation signs a MOU with the United Nations Development Program and the Vice-President of the Dominican Republic. - April 26, 2017 - Innov-E Foundation Inc
Morris 4x4 Center Sponsors Jeep Beach in Daytona
Morris 4x4 Center is sponsoring Jeep Beach, easily one of the country’s largest Jeep-only events of the year. The event is from April 25 – 30th, however the Morris 4x4 team will be in attendance from the 27th – 29th among thousands of local and international Jeep enthusiasts. - April 25, 2017 - Morris 4x4 Center
Jackson Street Community Garden Prepares for Another Exciting Year
The Jackson Street Community Garden, through the leadership of the dedicated volunteers and staff of the Pax Center, is preparing to open for another season. To meet the growing interest in the community garden, the Pax Center has expanded the available garden plots, increased registration space in... - April 23, 2017 - The Pax Center
Carolyn E. Parker Foundation and The Alzheimer Association All for Alzheimers 5K Walk/Run
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, will be hosting the All for Alzheimer’s 5K Walk/Run Event. The 5K Walk/Run will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2017, at the Wildewood Community Lodge, 23050 Wildewood Drive, California, MD 20619. - April 23, 2017 - The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation
Religious Studies Students Welcome at the Church of Scientology Information Center
The Church of Scientology’s Information Center in Downtown Clearwater announces that its doors are open to religious studies students to learn about one of the world’s fastest growing religions. The center is open from 10am-9:30pm Monday through Wed, 10am-8pm Thursday & Friday, and 1pm-9:30pm Saturdays and Sundays. - April 23, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Downtown Clearwater Spring Block Party Preparations Underway
On May 6th 2017 from 6:00-10:00pm, the Church of Scientology is sponsoring their third Downtown Block Party for the community. The event will be on the corner of Cleveland Street and Fort Harrison Ave. Preparations are well in progress. “We are looking forward to the next party,” said... - April 22, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Triple Play Sponsor: The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation Was a “Triple Play Sponsor” for the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation “All Star Evening.”
Triple Play Sponsor: The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation Was a “Triple Play Sponsor” for the Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation “All Star Evening.” The Dinner Raised Funds for Comprehensive in-School Programming to Help Children Affected by Domestic Violence. - April 21, 2017 - The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation
Doctor Releases Blood Pressure Awareness Film on YouTube to Help Save Lives
Alexander Tkachev, a licensed, practicing medical doctor with extensive field knowledge of common physical abnormalities including high blood pressure and blood pressure monitoring, this week released a public medical awareness film on the dangers of high blood pressure and how regular doctoral... - April 21, 2017 - Alexander Tkachev
Operation Food Search to Host School of Cooking and Sharing's First Class
St. Louis non-profit agency features philanthropic twist to culinary classes. - April 21, 2017 - Operation Food Search
4Ocean Announces Biggest Ocean Cleanup to Date
Ocean Trash removal company plans to make Earth Day one to remember. - April 20, 2017 - 4Ocean
Sarasota Memorial Hospital Quad Squad Delivers Natural Quadruplets
The Corcoran quadruplets - three boys and a girl naturally conceived - were delivered by cesarean section at Sarasota Memorial Hospital on March 28. Ranging from two to just over three pounds, the babies were born just moments apart, with 40 perfect fingers and toes. - April 20, 2017 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Homes for Heroes® Presents Colorado Nurses Association with National Hero Spotlight Award and $3,000 Donation
Homes for Heroes® selects the Colorado Nurses Association as a National Hero Spotlight Award recipient and presents it to Terry Buxton, PhD, RN, CNE, Professor of Nursing at Regis University and President of the Colorado Nurses Association (CNA), along with a donation for $3,000 to the Colorado... - April 20, 2017 - Homes for Heroes
2017 California Sports Hall of Fame Induction
The California Sports Hall of Fame will induct its Class of 2017 members featuring five California sports legends, Leigh Steinberg - Agent * Michelle Kwan – Olympic Skating * John Force - NHRA * James Lofton – NFL HOF * Byron Scott – NBA Lakers. The 11th annual Induction Ceremony is scheduled on Sunday, June 25th 4:00 p.m., at the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, Cabezon, California. - April 19, 2017 - California Sports Hall Of Fame
#NazmiyalGivesBack! Helping Kids with Life Threatening Illnesses Find the Light - Nazmiyal Antique Rugs Launches New Philanthropic Endeavor with The Pinwheel Project!
Nazmiyal Antique Rugs in NYC is doing its part to help make the world a better place. Teaming up with a tiny but mighty foundation: The Pinwheel Project, Nazmiyal will be working hard to bring much need joy to kids with with life threatening illnesses who are forced to endure long term hospital stays and palliative care. - April 19, 2017 - Nazmiyal Collection
A Cause to Celebrate: OnPoint Manufacturing Donates Singer Sewing Machines to Catholic Charities of Tennessee – Local to Local
OnPoint Manufacturing, Inc., a Performance HealthCare Products, Inc. company, the leader in on-demand apparel manufacturing, announced today that it is giving back to the local community by donating several Singer sewing machines to Catholic Charities of Tennessee’s Sewing Training... - April 19, 2017 - Performance Healthcare Products
Since 1997 This Community in South Dakota Has Been Practicing Modern "Barn Raising" Using Enterprise Facilitation - 20 Years of Local Sustainability
The South East Facilitation project in rural South Dakota celebrates 20 years of helping local entrepreneurs with Sirolli Enterprise Facilitation social technology. - April 19, 2017 - Sirolli Institute
Ship Sticks Announces Partnership with The Salute Military Golf Association
Ship Sticks, the world's largest golf bag shipping company, announces they have partnered with the Salute Military Golf Association to ship custom adaptive golf equipment for wounded military veterans. - April 17, 2017 - Ship Sticks
Scientology Public Information Center Surpasses Its 11,000 Visitor Mark
On April 6th, the Manager of the Scientology Information Center, Amber Skjelset, announced that the Center surpassed its first milestone since its ribbon cutting ceremony on July 11th, 2015. As of this past week, the number of the Center’s guests, who come from all over Tampa Bay and the world, surpassed the 11,000 mark. - April 16, 2017 - Church of Scientology
The Food Bank of South Jersey Hosts Fifth Annual “Food Bank Hunger Games” Cooking Competition
Corporate Teams Compete to Raise Funding for FBSJ’s Hunger Relief Programs for Children. - April 15, 2017 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Charity Provides Scholarships to Needful Youth
Herman and Mary G. Allen Community Outreach Organization awards scholarships to two high school students for their hard work in school and in the community at the Fort Harrison, the Church of Scientology’s international religious retreat. - April 15, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO