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.
Caldwell, Idaho Business Donates 50 EMPWR Coats for Boise Homeless to Keep Them Alive Through Winter Months
Caldwell, Idaho business Holman Transportation Co. researched and donated 50 life-saving EMPWR (made in the USA) coats that can save shelter resistant homeless in Idaho. The ingenious coat design acts as a sleeping bag, duffle bag and wearable coat. - December 30, 2016 - Interfaith Sanctuary
The Medal of Hope Society Names President-Elect Donald J. Trump as a Recipient of the Medal of Hope
Today, The Medal of Hope Society, a grassroots organization comprised of wounded combat veterans and a Gold Star father, announced that President-elect Donald J. Trump as a recipient of The Medal of Hope. The Medal of Hope is The Medal of Hope Society’s highest honor, presented to U.S. - December 29, 2016 - HeroHope.org
Penn State Central Texas Chapter Awards Scholarship to Local Student
The Central Texas Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association (PSUCenTex) has selected a promising Penn State sophomore from Hays County, TX for their annual chapter scholarship. - December 29, 2016 - Penn State Alumni Association, Central Texas Chapter
Honourable CM Akhilesh Yadav Performs Ground Breaking Ceremony for 11 Kitchens in Uttar Pradesh
Over 11,00,000 school children to receive healthy, nutritious mid–day meals every day in 11 districts. - December 28, 2016 - The Akshaya Patra Foundation
Charleston CFO Council Raises $9,000 for Charity
“The miracle is this – the more we share, the more we have.” -Leonard Nimoy - December 27, 2016 - Charleston CFO Council
We All Want to be Successful -- January Charity Coalition to Share the Wisdom
On January 18th, the Church of Scientology is hosting their bi-monthly Charity Coalition luncheon, by starting the New Year with a positive look forward to the year ahead. The highlighted non-profit organization speaker is from HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters). They... - December 26, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Toll Brothers Colorado Collects Nearly 400 Pounds of Supplies for Troops Overseas
Items collected through Operation Holidays from Home will be sent to troops in Qatar. - December 25, 2016 - Toll Brothers Colorado
Makers Nutrition Helps Needy Child and Families
Nutraceutical Company makes charitable contributions during 2016 holiday season. - December 24, 2016 - Makers Nutrition, LLC
Dream Foundation Partners with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to Improve Veterans’ End-of-Life Experience
Dream Foundation, the only national dream-granting organization for terminally-ill adults, has announced a new strategic partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that will improve the lives of veterans with life-limiting illnesses. Dream Foundation and VA will work closely... - December 24, 2016 - Dream Foundation
This Old Horse, Inc. of Minnesota is Accredited by the 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 Accredited status to This Old Horse, Inc. as of December 22, 2016. Accreditation signifies that This Old Horse meets GFAS’s... - December 24, 2016 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Furniture Sharehouse Tweets Its Way to $10,000
Furniture Sharehouse, Westchester's Furniture Bank, tweeted its way to a $10,000 grant from Deluxe Corp as part of its “Short & Tweet” program. Furniture Sharehouse will use the grant to continue to address a hidden need in Westchester County by providing free furniture directly to those who need it most. - December 23, 2016 - Furniture Sharehouse
The Church of Scientology Choir “Flash Mob Performance” Boosts Holiday Spirits Downtown
On Friday December 16th, the Church of Scientology Choir surprised passersby on Cleveland Street with a special performance; dressed in Victorian Costumes in Downtown Clearwater. - December 23, 2016 - Church of Scientology
AABC Receives Approval by National Board for Certified Counselors
The American Association of Bariatric Counselors, Providers of Bariatric Education and Certification for Licensed, Registered and Certified Health and Education Professionals Has Become a Continuing Education Approved Provider for the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). - December 21, 2016 - American Association of Bariatric Counselors
Elwyn Ball 2017
Announcing the 37th Annual Elwyn Ball, Elwyn's signature fundraising event - December 21, 2016 - Elwyn
Operation Food Search and Warners' Warm-Up Collect 15,000 Winter Coats
St. Louis non-profit organization distributes coats to area's needy for 16th year. - December 21, 2016 - Operation Food Search
Anonymous UC Berkeley Graduate Has Donates 15 Forever Love Boxes for the Grieving Mothers of the Oakland Ghost Ship Fire Victims
Did you know that grieving mothers are 133% more likely to die within the first five years after the loss of a child?* The Berkeley alumni wanted to reach out and provide support for mothers of the Oakland Fire victims. Founded by a grieving mother, ForeverLoveBoxes.com provides monthly gift boxes of healing specifically for those suffering the loss of a loved one. - December 20, 2016 - Forever Love Boxes
Elaine G. Adevai Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Elaine G. Adevai of Staten Island, New York has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 35 years in the field of nonprofit services. About Elaine G. Adevai Ms. Adevai is the Executive... - December 20, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
TEDxBirmingham Announces Speakers for 2017 Annual Conference
Wide range of topics and speakers, focused on the theme “POSSIBILITY” - December 20, 2016 - TEDxBirmingham
The Travelers Protective Association Honors Police Officer
St. Louis-based organization recognizes Pennsylvania officer's dedication with award. - December 20, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Omicron Delta Sigma Service Foundation (ODS), to Give Away 25 Bikes in Its Annual "Christmas Bike Giveaway" Project
Omicron Delta Sigma Service Foundation and Omicron Delta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma (ODS), to give away 25 Bikes in its first annual ‘Christmas Bike Giveaway’ Project. ODS recognizes that the holiday season is one of joy or great pain depending upon where one lands on the economic... - December 20, 2016 - Omicron Delta Sigma Service Foundation
Leslie Abell Named Philanthropist of the Year
Leslie Abell of Los Angeles was named 2016 Philanthropist of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Los Angeles Chapter, for his longtime support of people with developmental disabilities. - December 18, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Operation Food Search Moves to New Headquarters
St. Louis' non-profit organization to provide more extensive food distribution and nutrition education. - December 17, 2016 - Operation Food Search
Brew City Church - Catching on with the Times
2017 will be a great year for Brew City Church. Brew City Church is located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Brew City Church has already started, and will continue to push an online presence. This will include digigiv, so that members can more easily tithe via a secure online portal. This... - December 17, 2016 - Brew City Church
Valentino Danchev to Host Seventh Annual Christmas Charity Event for Children in Riviera Maya
Valentino Danchev, president of Fidelis Marketing Group, gives back to the local community in Riviera Maya through annual Christmas charity event for underprivileged children. - December 16, 2016 - Valentino Danchev
Mary’s Center to Share Holiday Spirit with More Than 1,000 Neighbors in Need
During 28th annual holiday celebration, immigrant children in the Washington, DC metro area will receive new toys and their families will have an opportunity to come together with others. - December 16, 2016 - Mary's Center
The Scientology Information Center Unites a Diverse Community Through Human Rights Concert
On Friday December 9th, in Honor of the 68th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Church of Scientology choir with special guest performers Susanne Epple and Joe Yazbeck performed human rights inspired songs uniting 50 diverse guests at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. - December 16, 2016 - Church of Scientology
FreightCenter Caps Off Toys for Tots Collections with Record Breaking Quantities
FreightCenter (www.FreightCenter.com) concludes its annual Toys for Tots donation drive with a record breaking collection of 418 toys. This equals out to about $10,000 in monetary value of toys. “It brings me such joy to know FreightCenter was able to make a difference in our local community. - December 15, 2016 - FreightCenter.com
Year’s Final Luncheon Provides Inspiration for Local Area Charities
On December 7, 2016, the final Charity Coalition Luncheon of the year was held in the Downtown Clearwater Fort Harrison’s Crystal Ballroom with 86 guests in attendance. This month, the featured charity was The Refuge Outreach Church and the educational segment was led by Dr. Greg Winteregg on... - December 15, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Colorado Family Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for Son with Cerebral Palsy
Gideon’s Garden, the name used to describe the hopeful future hemp farm to be established, operated, and harvested from a portion of land right here in Colorado, is on a mission to raise the necessary funds from potential investors before springtime hits. Officially now a GoFundMe campaign,... - December 15, 2016 - Gideons Garden
Blessings in a Backpack Introduces Business Partnership Initiative
End-of-year giving helps feed more than 3,000 children in SWFL every week. - December 15, 2016 - Blessings in a Backpack of SWFL
Jazzercise, Inc. Announces Free Classes for Young Women in 2017
Leading global dance fitness company Jazzercise, Inc. is proud to announce a new initiative for 2017 that supports the growth and development of young women by offering free classes to girls aged 16-21, calling it GirlForce™. - December 14, 2016 - Jazzercise, Inc.
"Activation" Wins 2016 Henri Christian Literary Award for Non-Fiction
"Activation: A Story of God's Transforming Power" wins 2016 Henri Christian Literary Award for Non-Fiction Category. "Activation" was written by Adam Gellert and published by Burkhart Books, in partnership with Pulon Press of Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas. - December 14, 2016 - Adam Gellert
Free Wheelchair Mission Receives Major Gift Toward Goal of Distributing One Million Wheelchairs
Anonymous donor gives FWM $250,000, challenges fellow Houston residents to give. - December 14, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
#ServingHopeLV Serves 4,200 Meals for Gobble Gobble Give on Thanksgiving Day
Gobble Gobble Give enlisted #ServingHopeLV for their Las Vegas Thanksgiving meal. #ServingHopeLV more-than-doubled last year's total plates served with a total of 4,200 meals. - December 14, 2016 - Siloh Moses
Wild Africa Explorers Supports Work to Eradicate Female Genital Mutilation
Wild Africa Explorers will be working with ICOD Action Network for one year, to help Female Genital Mutilation victims get reconstructive surgery and support grass-roots organizations of women working to end the Female Genital Mutilation. The company hopes that this will kick-start a global movement to advance health equity. Clients can also take part in this movement and win an all expense paid exclusive Gorilla Trekking Safari to Uganda. - December 14, 2016 - Wild Africa Explorers
Zonta Douglas County Scholarship Winner Takes 16 Days of Activism Campaign to Her College Campus
Campaign's goal is to raise awareness of domestic violence and provide information to victims. - December 14, 2016 - Zonta Douglas County
Ozark Foothills Regional Community Foundation Awards Two Grants
Missouri non-profit organizations to utilize funds to make improvements. - December 14, 2016 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
New Children’s Book Helps Comfort When Mommies Hop Off on a Business Trip
Kangaroo kids Savannah is concerned that her little brother Cecil is acting differently. He misses their mom, who is away on business. Can GrandRoo help Savannah make Cecil feel better while they wait for their mom to hop back home to her loving family? Enjoy this first book in The World Is Ours books series, which is written by international best selling author Dr. Shellie Hipsky and illustrated by her 9-year-old daughter, Alyssa Nevin Hipsky. http://amzn.to/2hiHQtL - December 13, 2016 - Inspiring Lives International
Consumer Centre Helps Families Through "Share Christmas" with Donation to Centre55
Consumer Centre is the global leader in providing business expansion through both private lending and Government funding programs. Centre55 is an agency of the City of Toronto and a registered Charity. Consumer Centre's employees raised $1,200 for Centre55's "Share Christmas." "We... - December 13, 2016 - Consumer Centre
Daniel R. Shea, DDS from Shea Family Dentistry, Contributes to U.S. Marines Toys For Tots Literacy Campaign
Dr. Daniel R. Shea, from Shea Family Dentistry, joined forces with U.S. Marines Toys For Tots Literacy Campaign with MGE: Management Experts and dozens of dental colleagues to combat the scourge of illiteracy; giving the gift of reading to 110,000 children. Dr. Daniel R. Shea, owner of Shea Family... - December 12, 2016 - Shea Family Dentistry
Future in Humanity Increases Education Around Homelessness with New Services
Trainings and consulting now available on understanding homelessness, resource referrals, program implementation. - December 12, 2016 - Future in Humanity
The Carolina Compass Foundation Looks to Make a Difference One Community at a Time
The Carolina Compass Foundation Helps to Rebuild our Fallen Communities. - December 11, 2016 - The Carolina Compass Foundation
TonTon Noel Haiti Toy Drive Returns for the 17th Time This Year
For the past 17 years, Andre Aubry Comedian, Stand Up Comic and Radio Host of South Florida-based WLQY 1320 AM helps bring holiday gifts to kids in Haiti. - December 10, 2016 - TonTon Noel Inc
#ServingHopeLV Teamed Up with HUD to Serve 5,000 Low-Income Families in Summer of Feeding Program
Many low-income families in Las Vegas - including senior citizens and children - face hunger as a daily reality. #ServingHopeLV teamed up with HUD to help eliminate hunger in Southern Nevada. - December 10, 2016 - Siloh Moses
“Not On My Watch!” Community Bands Together Against Human Trafficking in Florida
On December 3, 2016, Mr. Christopher King, grandson of the late BB King, hosted the Gentlemen’s Ball Against Human Trafficking event at the Fort Harrison, the Church of Scientology’s international religious retreat, for over 200 guests. This was a fundraiser for the Florida Coalition... - December 10, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary is Accredited 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 Accredited status to Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary as of December 7, 2016. Accreditation means that Missouri... - December 10, 2016 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Fantasy Chapter Book Written for Children by an Author Their Age
Twelve-year-old Hannah Hoffman couldn't stop smiling this September as she flipped through the first installment of her new chapter book series - "The Pathway to Dragons: The Portal to Pyranis." Between writing, editing, working with an illustrator and publishing the book, it has taken... - December 09, 2016 - Hoffman Creations, Inc.
Mayor Kenney Helps Fund for the School District Relaunch Campaign for Right Books; Vanguard Capital for Kids Program Gifts $250,000 to the Literacy Campaign
Philadelphia Mayor and Vanguard Capital raise money for Philly Public Schools' Right Books Campaign. Vanguard donates $250,000 to early literacy campaign to get K-3 students reading on grade level by 4th grade. - December 09, 2016 - The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia
Operation Food Search Raises $9,500 at Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser
St. Louis non-profit organization sells handcrafted bowls at 18th annual event. - December 09, 2016 - Operation Food Search
Akshaya Patra’s High-Tech Mega Kitchen in Telangana, Aided by Infosys Foundation
The kitchen will provide mid-day meals to over 100,000 school children from the next academic year. - December 09, 2016 - The Akshaya Patra Foundation