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.
Abused and Neglected Children Will Benefit from Jewelers for Children Grant to CASA DC
CASA DC was recently awarded a $35,000 grant from Jewelers for Children (JFC) to increase the number of volunteers who represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in court. The award to CASA DC is part of a $625,000 grant that JFC made to the National CASA Association. “Our... - March 19, 2017 - CASA for Children of DC
Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub Elects Two New Board Members
Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, Greater Cincinnati’s resource center for social enterprises and nonprofits, would like to announce two additions to its governance: Jordan Vogel, who currently serves as VP of Talent Initiatives at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, where he leads efforts to... - March 19, 2017 - Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub
Per Scholas Receives Flywheel's Social Enterprise Award at Fast Pitch
On March 1st, Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub presented the 2017 Social Enterprise Award to Per Scholas, Inc. The award was formally accepted by Per Scholas at this year’s annual Fast Pitch competition, hosted by Social Venture Partners Cincinnati. The Social Enterprise Award includes $5,000... - March 19, 2017 - Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub
Universal Business Solutions, NYC Announces Q4 Charitable Contributions
Universal Business Solutions, N.A. (UBSNA), a leading supplier of copiers and office automation services in New York, NY, today released the names of the local organizations that benefited from the company’s fourth quarter charitable contributions. UBSNA has a long history of generously... - March 18, 2017 - Universal Business Solutions North America
NorthPointe Resources Launches New Website: SOARR Behavior Health Services and Expands Services
NorthPointe Resources announces the launch of a new website, www.SOARRbehavioralhealthservices.org to support those looking for behavioral health services. - March 18, 2017 - NorthPointe Resources
Nadrich & Cohen, LLP Sponsors 2017 Santa Rosa St. Patrick's Day 5K Race
The Personal Injury Law Firm of Nadrich & Cohen, LLP is a proud sponsor of the 2017 St. Patrick's Day 5K Race benefiting the Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks Scholarship Fund. - March 17, 2017 - Nadrich & Cohen, LLP
Musician Salif Keita to Perform Benefit Concert for Albinism at Fillmore Silver Spring
Salif Keita, the legendary Malian musician known as the "Golden Voice of Africa" will take the stage at LiveNation’s Fillmore Silver Spring venue for the very first time on Sunday April 9th, 2017 at 7pm. For Keita’s fans, the concert will be a rare and unique opportunity to... - March 17, 2017 - The Salif Keita Global Foundation
Avasant Foundation’s Golf for Impact Unites Technology Industry Leaders in Support of Youth Empowerment
Last week, Avasant Foundation’s fourth annual Golf for Impact fundraiser raised over $200,000 toward Youth Empowerment development programs in emerging countries. - March 17, 2017 - Avasant
Downtown Clearwater and the Scientology Information Center to Celebrate March Blast Friday Concert
The Manager of the Scientology Information Center invites the community to visit the Information Center in downtown Clearwater during Clearwater’s Monthly Blast Friday concert on Cleveland Street on March 31st, 2017 between 5 and 10pm. - March 17, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Elaine G. Adevai Honored as a Professional of the Year and a Top Executive for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Elaine G. Adevai of Staten Island, New York has been honored as a Professional of the Year and Top Executive for two consecutive years, 2016 and 2017, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and high level of success in the field of nonprofit... - March 16, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Church of Scientology Opens Fort Harrison for Community Events
The Charity Coalition Luncheon on March 15th marked the 12th community event in the Fort Harrison so far this year. From scholarship giveaways to concerts and swing dance events, the Church of Scientology’s religious retreat hosted guests from all around the Tampa Bay Area. Nearly $20,000 has... - March 16, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
BBMC and USO Thank Our Troops in Middle East Tour
In conjunction with the USO, BBMC is embarking on a first-of-its-kind trip to visit U.S. soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen stationed in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. Along the way, hundreds of care packages are being handed out to our troops. - March 15, 2017 - BBMC Mortgage
Help NW Denver Schools Thrive by Attending Totally Tennyson-a ‘70s-‘80s-‘90s-Themed Street Party-with Proceeds Directly Funding the Arts & Critical Teaching Materials
Limited tickets now available for this April 29th street party - featuring destinations from bars, restaurants, shops, live music and more. - March 15, 2017 - Totally Tennyson
Mimi's Mission Provides Prom Dresses to High School Girls in Need
Mimi's Mission, a community-based nonprofit organization teamed up with owners of a boutique to provide over 300 new and gently used prom dresses to high school girls in need. - March 15, 2017 - Mimi’s Mission
Over 100 Volunteers Will Give Saturday Morning to Bring Fresh Fruits & Veggies to Tampa’s Elderly, Disabled and Homebound Neighbors
Over 100 community volunteers, businesses and groups will participate in Meals On Wheels of Tampa’s Produce On Wheels (POW!) program, in partnership with Feeding Tampa Bay, to increase senior and homebound access to fresh produce. Dedicated volunteers will give their time, vehicle, and gas to deliver pre-packed bags of fresh fruits and vegetables to 700 home delivered meal recipients (HDM) on Saturday morning. - March 15, 2017 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
Northfield Bank Foundation Provides Support to The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch
Donation Presented to The Gateway Family YMCA- Rahway Branch - March 15, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Great Futures Celebrity Charity Polo: The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation Was a Proud Sponsor of the 4th Annual Benefit for the Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club
Chauncey Lufkin, local philanthropist, supports several Palm Beach County charitable organizations throughout the year, including The Boys and Girls Club and Quantum House. - March 14, 2017 - The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation
Be "Powered by Purpose" at the World's Largest One-Day Leadership Conference Broadcast in Inland Empire's Historic Hemet Theatre Along with Local Toastmaster Speakers
Leadercast, the world’s largest one-day leadership conference and Millennium Toastmasters Club 414 will help equip attendees to create their own visionary leadership path. This year’s conference theme is “Powered by Purpose,” and will focus on what can happen when teams and individuals are connected with purpose, creating a strong organizational culture with intentional leadership that inspires extraordinary results. - March 13, 2017 - Millennium Toastmasters Club 414
PAHO Foundation Appoints New Chief of Staff to Expand Operational Capacity and Partnership Base
PAHO Foundation announces that Lisa Tylke, former Director of Arts DuPage for the DuPage Foundation, will be joining as the Foundation's new Chief of Staff. “Lisa brings with her a wealth of knowledge in nonprofit development, strategic planning, and fundraising,” PAHO Foundation... - March 11, 2017 - PAHO Foundation
“Light Every Birth” Campaign Launches in Liberia: Commits to Providing Light for Childbirth Worldwide
We Care Solar announced today that Liberia has become the first country to pledge to "Light Every Birth" at the launch of its global campaign to support healthy childbirth with affordable, accessible and clean solar lighting and electricity. - March 11, 2017 - We Care Solar
Knights of Columbus Donate Funds from Annual Tootsie Roll Drive to NorthPointe Resources
In January, Our Lady of Humility Knights of Columbus Council donated the proceeds from their annual Tootsie Roll Drive to NorthPointe Resources. Their generous donation of $1,500 was presented by Grand Knight, Joe McGrath, at a church gathering hosted by the Knights of Columbus #13598 and was... - March 11, 2017 - NorthPointe Resources
Businessman Stephen L. Hightower Announces Campaign to Connect African American Youth with National Parks
Campaign Builds on the Success of the Every Kid In A Park Initiative - March 10, 2017 - Stephen L. Hightower
Friendly Gathering Honors 2 Local Westchester Charities
Furniture Sharehouse, Westchester's Furniture Bank, and the Food Bank for Westchester are being honored for their compassionate service to Westchester residents in need at a fundraiser benefiting The RDC Center for Counseling & Human Development. The Friendly Gathering will be held on Sunday, March 19, 2017. - March 10, 2017 - Furniture Sharehouse
BASF Invests in Educational Nonprofit WakeEd Partnership
Global Chemical Company Joins the Effort to Improve Education in Wake County Public School System - March 10, 2017 - Wake Education
New Social Platform, IamAction.com, Offering $25,000 Reward to Help Find French Rhino Poachers
Animal parks throughout Europe are being asked to stay alert and look out for poachers, as they pose a serious threat to the entire animal community and will continue poaching unless stopped. - March 09, 2017 - IAmAction.com
Elevation Web Updates Their Best Nonprofit Websites to 200
Elevation Web, a high-quality nonprofit website design company, just published an updated version of their page The 200 Best Nonprofit Websites of 2017. We all know how important a strong online presence is for any organization. This is no exception for nonprofits. Elevation Web has put together a... - March 09, 2017 - Elevation Web
Truckload of Business Clothes Collected at Women’s History Month Brunch
Church of Scientology hosts brunch in honor of Women’s History Month to celebrate the contributions and influence of women throughout the world. - March 09, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
The Monsanto Fund Presents Grant to Operation Food Search
Grant to provide nutrition support to families in rural Missouri communities. - March 09, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Longtime Local Business Owner Financing Care for Four-Footed Friends
The co-owner of The Paper Place in Scottsdale, Nancy Silver recently established Two Pups Wellness Fund with the mission to provide financial aid for dogs and cats that are less fortunate to receive life-saving care, which she will more formally introduce in mid-March. The concept for the fund was... - March 08, 2017 - The Paper Place
Goodwill Taps TFI Envision for Direct Mail Program Development
Goodwill of Western & Northern Connecticut, Inc. selected TFI Envision, Inc. to create a flexible direct mail program, consisting of a custom, velcro closure 2 pocket folder and double sided program cards that highlight 6 of the many special programs offered by Goodwill. - March 08, 2017 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Medicortex Finland Oy Receives an Innovation Grant for the Development of a Rapid Diagnostic Test for Traumatic Brain Injury
Medicortex Finland Oy received an innovation grant of €15,000 from the Finnish Runar Bäckström Foundation (Runar Bäckströmin säätiö), a foundation that supports innovation activities to help Finnish companies establish their positions within the international... - March 04, 2017 - Medicortex Finland Oy
New Interdisciplinary School (NIS) Holds 21st Annual Golf Outing
The New Interdisciplinary School (NIS), an innovative early childhood learning center located in Yaphank, NY, is holding their 21st annual golf outing, honoring Aaron Knoll of empowry, at Stonebridge Golf Links & Country Club on May 22, 2017. This outing will enhance the programs and services provided by the non-profit preschool serving approximately 400 students with and without special needs. - March 04, 2017 - New Interdisciplinary School
Triangle Real Estate Group Volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House of Durham and Wake
Triangle Real Estate Group, a locally owned real estate company that specializes in the sales and marketing of residential and commercial properties in the Greater Raleigh area, volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House of Durham and Wake. On January 26th, Triangle Real Estate Group, baked desserts... - March 03, 2017 - ERA Triangle Real Estate Group
Honda Classic: The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation Volunteers at the 2017 Honda Classic to Support Quantum House of Palm Beach County
The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation was happy to volunteer for Quantum House at the annual Honda Classic on Saturday February, 25, 2017. The Foundation’s principal, Chauncey Lufkin and his fiancé, Sandra Familet, stopped by the festivities on Sunday, to offer a helping hand. - March 02, 2017 - The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation
Celebrities and Veterans Join Forces to Help America's Heroes
Kris "Tanto," Pete Rose and Graham Allen, Team Up with Nine Line Foundation and FourBlock in a major fundraiser to help veterans. - March 02, 2017 - Nine Line Foundation
Night of Swing Adds “Fun” Into Fundraiser for The Children’s Home Network
The Children’s Home Network benefits at the Swing Dance for Charity held on 23 February in the Fort Harrison, International Religious Retreat for the Church of Scientology. - March 02, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary Earns Accreditation from Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
“Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary truly maintains the welfare of their residents as their highest priority as demonstrated by their large natural habitats and excellent environmental enrichment,” says, Jeanne Marie Pittman, GFAS Director of Accreditation for the Americas. The Global... - March 02, 2017 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Texas Trust Employee Training Day Benefits Mission Arlington
Mission Arlington's food pantry, community closet, and library have been restocked, organized and spruced up, with the help from Texas Trust Credit Union employees. - March 01, 2017 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Nation’s Largest Hero Savings Program, Homes for Heroes, Honors Top 10 Specialists and Outstanding Service Award Recipients for Helping Heroes in Dream of Homeownership
Homes for Heroes is proud to recognize their top 10 real estate and lending specialists across the country for 2016 as well as the recipients of their Outstanding Service Award. These individuals’ determination and passion for helping heroes has made the dream of home ownership more... - February 28, 2017 - Homes for Heroes
The GiveNetwork Launches CharityBomb to Give Donors the Opportunity to Give Back and Win
Designed to Fuel the Support for and Growth of Smaller Local Nonprofits, CharityBomb Offers Donors the Chance to Win Cash Prizes up to $175,000 - February 28, 2017 - GiveNetwork
SEAMS to Celebrate Anniversary with Conference Focused on the Next 50 Years
The May 16-17 SEAMS Spring Networking Conference in Asheville, NC will prepare textile, fashion and wide-ranging sewn products brands, manufacturers and retailers for the challenges and opportunities expected in the coming years. A new compact conference agenda offers attendees informative presentations, panel discussions, round table breakouts, plant tour, networking and social activities. - February 28, 2017 - SEAMS Association
Kids Run the OC Expected to Hit Significant Milestone of 10,000 for "Final Mile" Event
KIDS RUN ready to take its program to new heights and locations. - February 27, 2017 - OC Marathon
The American Mini Pig Association Launches an Educational Book Series
Mini pigs are quickly becoming a popular and trendy pet. With their rise in popularity has come an increase in pet pigs being abandoned to end up in shelters, rescues, and sanctuaries primarily due to a lack of reliable educational resources on their care and training needs. - February 26, 2017 - American Mini Pig Association
South Nassau Communities Hospital to Honor Tammy Marshall, RN, at 4th Annual Casino Royale
Proceeds from the 4th Annual Casino Royale will support South Nassau's Emergency Department Expansion Campaign. The campaign is a five-year, $10 million fundraising initiative to help pay for a $60 million renovation of the ED. - February 26, 2017 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Local Non Profit Launches Free Computer Building Workshop for Youth
ERA unveils Parts to PC, a workshop aimed at getting kids involved in creating tech early. - February 25, 2017 - Electronic Recycling Association
NorthPointe Resources Artists Receive Commission for Original Artwork from CorTech International
Recently, NorthPointe Resources was approached by CorTech International’s Senior Vice President, Kathy Greco, to create artwork for their corporate office. The commission was a result of Ms. Greco seeing original artwork displayed in the office of NorthPointe’s CEO, Dina Donohue-Chase created by program participants. - February 24, 2017 - NorthPointe Resources
“Kids World” Brings Tomorrow’s Leaders
She Helps to Empower presents educational kids workshops to make tomorrow’s leaders in the historic Fort Harrison, owned by the Church of Scientology. - February 22, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Lair Services, Inc. Partners with the Nonprofit Leadership Center
Lair Services, Inc. (LSI) is proud to announce their support of the Nonprofit Leadership Center of Tampa as a partnering sponsor. - February 22, 2017 - Lair Services, Inc.
An American Tenor Takes Message Against Child Abuse International
For 36 years, as An American Tenor, Daniel Keeton has taken his performances and message against Child Abuse to every state in the US, across the entire country of Canada, the Bahamas and the Caribbean. Daniel is the creator of the Blue Stop Sign. Blue is the color of Child Abuse awareness and the... - February 19, 2017 - The Keeton Ministry
IACCM Signals Its Commitment to Cyber and Information Security with ISMS.online
The IACCM has adopted ISMS.online, the powerful cloud software from Alliantist, to achieve cyber and information security management success. - February 19, 2017 - Alliantist Ltd