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.
Food Bank of South Jersey Announces Schedule for "Hunger Action Month" Events
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) today announced a series of fundraising and community service events to be held throughout September in support of Hunger Action Month – Feeding America’s nationwide campaign to engage the public to make a difference in the fight against... - September 02, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
A Unique Women's Only Event - Feminine & Fierce: a Self-Protection & Defense Event
This event is for women only and will focus on different aspects of self-protection and defense. Speakers will present on a number of topics, such as concealed carry training, defense with firearms within the home, home security systems, non-lethal forms of defense, a demonstration of physical self-defense methods, and identity protection. Lunch will be provided. - September 01, 2016 - Gun Powder Gals
Xclaimed Ministries "Mobile Stage Project" Underway
A little over a year since their last "Concert in the Park" event, Xclaimed Ministries rolls out their "Mobile Stage Project" in San Diego. - September 01, 2016 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Howey Horse Haven Rescue 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 Howey Horse Haven Rescue (HHHR) as of August 29, 2016. Verification means that Howey Horse Haven meets the... - September 01, 2016 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Way to Happiness Association Cleans More than Trash at Neighborhood Clean-Up
Volunteers from around the community came together on August 27th to pick up trash in the East Gateway neighborhood. But what they left behind was even more significant –The Way to Happiness, a non-religious moral code based on common sense. 10 bags of trash were collected and over 200... - August 31, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Racing to Give Metro Atlantans a Place to Lay Their Heads: "Race for Rest" Bed Race Benefits Recently Homeless
The Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta recycles donated furniture by giving it to individuals and families coming out of homelessness and fleeing domestic violence as well as countless others struggling to make ends meet. On Saturday, September 17, the "Race for Rest" 5K and Bed Race will take place at Atlantic Station, serving to raise awareness of and funds to support the Furniture Bank and its mission to make houses of homes. - August 31, 2016 - Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta
Tech-Centered "21st Century Rehab Project" Gives Calgarians with Disabilities a Boost
The Electronic Recycling Association donates computers, servers and phones to the Rehabilitation Society of Calgary. - August 28, 2016 - Electronic Recycling Association
Cocktails for a Cause … Designing the Future
Supporting Women’s Empowerment Programs - August 28, 2016 - Melissa Tenzer
Impact Thrift Store Now Open in Norristown Centre
New store offers abundant bargain shopping in spacious location in Montgomery County. - August 28, 2016 - Impact Thrift Stores
Local Non-Profit Rallies Community Support for Greenfield K-9
MECA Foundation to Hold 1st Annual Luncheon for New Police Dog - August 27, 2016 - MECA Foundation
The Battlegrounds Collects Muddy Shoes to Benefit Operation Food Search
Money to help local organization deal with the area's hunger issues - August 26, 2016 - The Battlegrounds at Cedar Lake
Charity Coalition Non-Profits Learn New Skills and Network at the Church of Scientology’s Fort Harrison
On Wednesday, August 17th, the Church of Scientology in Clearwater hosted their bi-monthly Charity Coalition Luncheon in the Fort Harrison with about 100 guests in attendance and over 40 different organizations represented. The Community Affairs Director for the Church of Scientology in... - August 26, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Community Unites in Fort Harrison for 2nd Annual Community Garden Fundraiser
The Clearwater Community Gardens utilized the Fort Harrison’s Crystal Ballroom for its 2nd annual fundraising brunch, bringing over 100 people to contribute to this non-profit organization. - August 26, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Christian Music Trendsetter Carman Returns to the Stage Triumphant After Life-Threatening Cancer Battle
Bringing life and hope to families across the country in the high energy 2016 "CinemaSonic Experience" Tour - August 25, 2016 - Carman
Nonprofit Fundraising Faces Tighter Funding Competition; FundraisingMastermind.com Enriches Your Fundraising Efforts Through People, Processes and Performance
Philanthropic activity in the United States is increasing at a rate of 2.8% per year while the pool of money that makes it possible is growing at a slower rate. FundraisingMastermind.com helps nonprofit fundraising executives improve their people, processes and performance to enrich their fundraising efforts. - August 25, 2016 - Fundraising Mastermind
Satellite Backup for Red Cross Chimney Fire Evacuation Center
Satellite TV, WiFi and Phone access donated to Chimney Fire Evacuees. The Center is located at Flamson Middle School Paso Robles. - August 24, 2016 - John Whitford Communications
Eagle Scout Soars High for Area Disabled
For most seniors in High School, it is quite enough to keep up with class work, social commitments, and the normal tugs of time on a schedule. Tyler Lavrinc is able to rise above the typical and go the extra mile for those in our community who are unable to do for themselves. Tyler is involved with... - August 24, 2016 - The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation
Trickle Up and the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration Partner to Deliver High-Quality, Transformational Livelihood Support to Thousands of Refugees
The U.S. government, through the State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, has awarded nearly US$500,000 to Trickle Up to provide technical assistance to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). This assistance will support 37,000 refugees worldwide to improve their livelihoods and overcome extreme poverty. - August 24, 2016 - Trickle Up
Mandy's Farm Announces Car Donation Program
Mandy’s Farm located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has announced that they have started a vehicle donation program. They accept vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, SUVs, trailers, trucks, RVs, industrial equipment, campers and golf carts are also accepted. - August 23, 2016 - One Community Auto, LLC
Charity Memorializing Extraordinary Fallen Kindergarten Teacher Approaches One-Year Anniversary
Too many school children in the U.S. live with food insecurity. Many of those children also go without hot lunches at school, medical and dental examinations, prescriptions and academic supplies needed to assure positive life outcomes. Corbin’s Legacy is dedicated to continuing the work of Corbin Leafman, a teacher whose life was cut short far too early, is committed to making sure that these sad facts change. No child should suffer, no parent should feel powerless. #becauseweknewher - August 22, 2016 - Corbin's Legacy
The Gateway Family YMCA’s Safety Around Water Program Helps Elizabeth Kids Have the Best Summer Ever
Free water safety lessons offered during August in Elizabeth, NJ. - August 22, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
New Hampshire Resident Celebrates Her Birthday by Giving Back
Instead of a birthday present or party, Salem, NH resident, Denise Robbins plans to celebrate her birthday by hosting a special meal for Veterans at the New England Center and Home for Veterans. Her way of saying, "Thank you." - August 22, 2016 - Denise Robbins
ECF Board of Directors Secures Three-Year Contract Extension for Scott Bowling as President and CEO
The Board of the Exceptional Children's Foundation, a nonprofit serving children and adults with special needs in the greater Los Angeles area, has secured a three-year contract extension for President and CEO Scott Bowling, who will oversee the opening of a new site in Inglewood to serve adults with developmental disabilities and guide staff on the design and launch of new and expanded programs offering direct pathways to employment for adult participants. - August 20, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Matthew 25: Ministries Responds to Historic Flooding in Louisiana
Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH, is responding to historic flooding that has deluged Louisiana. Matthew 25s’ Disaster Response Team departed on Wednesday, August 17 with Matthew 25’s full complement of specialized Disaster Relief Vehicles. Joined by the Tide Loads of Hope mobile laundry unit, the trucks are loaded with over 8,000 pounds relief supplies. - August 19, 2016 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Pancreatitis Sufferer Set to Bicycle 3,000 Miles Coast-to-Coast for 3-Year-Old
Chronic pancreatitis patient Mark Light will take off Sept. 17, 2016 from San Diego, Calif. on a 3,000-mile solo bicycle ride to St. Augustine, Fla. The approximately 60-day ride will help a 3-year-old Noblesville, Ind. girl and her family burdened with the emotional and financial pain and expense of pancreatitis. - August 19, 2016 - The Pancreatitis Foundation
10th Annual Scottsdale College Fair
On October 22nd, 2016 from 1:00-3:00pm, The Scottsdale College Fair Foundation will bring 100+ colleges and universities from around the world to Desert Mountain High School. The Scottsdale College Fair gives students and parents the chance to converse with college representatives and gather additional information on admissions and financial aid. Info on their scholarship program will also be at the fair. Free to the public to attend. scottsdalecf.com - August 18, 2016 - Scottdale College Fair
MAM Launches Annual Back to School Program with a Goal of Helping Over 5,900 Local Children
New clothes for school send a great message to a child – school is important, and so are they. - August 18, 2016 - Memorial Assistance Ministries
Joshua Home and local Organizations Joining Together to Make a Difference
Joshua Home has partnered with local organizations to open JH Boutique & Thrift. The store will serve as a training center for unaccompanied homeless youth in the Inland Empire, as well as provide low cost items to the residents of the community. - August 18, 2016 - Joshua Home: An LGBTQ Safe Haven
Boy Scout Troop 313 Returns Victorious from Summer Camp
Boy Scout Troop 313, chartered by the Church of Scientology in Clearwater, came back from their week-long summer camp at Camp Sand Hill, earning a series of awards and nearly 40 merit badges between the scouts. Among the various awards the troop earned, Andrew Lumsden, Senior Patrol Leader and... - August 17, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
The Becca Foundation Upgrades Website in 2016
Providing new and important resources for everyone touched by cancer. - August 16, 2016 - The Becca Foundation
Nate Goodman, San Diego Teen, Produces a Film for an International Organization (ReSurf) on Hawaii Mission Trip
Nate Goodman, age 17, a resident of San Diego California, recently traveled to Hawaii with 14 other ReSurf volunteers to distribute donated and refurbished surf boards to underprivileged children living on the West side of Oahu. Nate Goodman, a founding member of the San Diego ReSurf branch, brought his filmmaking skills and equipment to Hawaii to assist in the effort and document this excursion. The film will be debuted in San Diego on August 18th, 2016. - August 15, 2016 - Nate Goodman Enterprises
Man to Solo-Row Across Lake Michigan for Childhood Cancer Research
Jacob Beckley of Woodridge, Illinois is attempting a solo-row across Lake Michigan to bring awareness to and raise funds for the most underfunded form of childhood cancer. Benefiting Lurie Children’s of Chicago, Jacob will row continuously for a 24-hour period from Michigan to Chicago at the end of September. - August 14, 2016 - Jacob Beckley
South Nassau Communities Hospital 5K "Walk for A Cure" to Raise Funds for the Feil Cancer Center
Supported by Hewlett House and the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, the event will be held on Sunday, September 25th, with the walk from 9 -10AM and the free Health Fair from 10AM – 3PM. - August 14, 2016 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation for Congregation Beth Shalom; The Sun Shines on Napa Valley Synagogue
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 35 kW solar panel system at Congregation Beth Shalom in Napa, CA. Designed and built by SolarCraft, the Napa Synagogue’s photovoltaic system will reduce their carbon footprint while saving thousands in utility costs in the years to come. - August 12, 2016 - SolarCraft
RE/MAX Gold to Participate in Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® Mediathon
RE/MAX Gold Real Estate will participate in The Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals® Mediathon, benefiting the UC Davis Children’s Hospital (UCDCH), to be broadcast on ABC10 Sacramento, August 12. The RE/MAX Gold leadership team will assist by answering phones throughout the... - August 12, 2016 - RE/MAX Gold
Berners-Schober Teams Up with Habitat for Humanity
“Build Day” provides local architecture firm with fulfilling volunteer opportunity. - August 12, 2016 - Berners-Schober
Historic Fort Harrison Hosts Brunch to Raise Funds for Community Gardens
The Clearwater Community Gardens are having their 2nd annual brunch in the Historic Fort Harrison with a fundraiser to support the gardens. - August 12, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Dr. Michael K. Obeng Will Perform a Miraculous Surgery on Sarjo Trawally, a 4-Year-Old Girl from Gambia with a Life Threatening Facial Cystic Hygroma
From the anointed mind to the gifted hands of Dr. Michael K. Obeng, miracles have come true for many that cannot afford surgeries in third-world countries with poverty beyond understanding. - August 11, 2016 - Juka's Organic
Winning the Battles in Your Mind Hosts 5K Walk/Run to Benefit Children with Sickle Cell Anemia
Winning the Battles in Your Mind's 5K walk/run is to raise awareness and funds for children diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anemia - August 11, 2016 - Winning the Battles in Your Mind
Abolition Amendment: Abolitionist, Vegan Political Party Publishes Fourth Draft of Animal Rights Amendment to U.S. Constitution
The Humane Party has published the fourth full draft of the Abolition Amendment, a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution. Upon ratification, the Abolition Amendment will immediately abolish the property status of all animals under U.S. jurisdiction, thereby ending the dairy, egg, meat, poultry, leather, fur, vivisection, and other exploitation-based and killing-based industries. - August 11, 2016 - The Humane Party
American Autism Association's Back to School Bash
The American Autism Association is excited to announce a Back to School Bash for all the families impacted by autism in the New York local community. Members of the local autism community of New York City have been invited to receive sensory-friendly school supplies for children with autism from... - August 11, 2016 - American Autism Association
Save the Date: Food Waste Weekend
Weekend of September 23-25, 2016 Set Aside for America’s Clergy Across the Faith Spectrum to Give Sermons on Food Waste - August 10, 2016 - AmpleHarvest.org
NBA Legend and NY Knicks Star to Appear on Martha's Vineyard
On Sunday, August 14, 2016 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM former NBA Legend and NY Knicks star Dr. Richard "Dick" Barnett will make a special appearance at The Alex Cohen Memorial Basketball Marathon at the Chilmark Community Center - 520 South Road, Chilmark, MA on Martha's Vineyard. Dr. - August 10, 2016 - SportScope
Friends of Yemin Orde Releases 2015 Annual Report
Annual Report contains financial information and inspiring stories about donors, graduates and dedicated staff, plus honor roll of supporters and complete staff listing. - August 10, 2016 - Friends of Yemin Orde
The Travelers Protective Association Awards Grants Totaling $22,750
St. Louis organization distributes money from its national trust. - August 10, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
EurAupair, an Au Pair Agency in USA, Announced That the EurAupair 2016 Annual Regional Meeting Was Held in Miami, Florida
EurAupair, an au pair agency in USA, held their annual regional meeting in Miami, Florida this year. Learn more about this event & their au pair services! - August 10, 2016 - Eur Aupair
Northwest Petroleum to Raise Funds for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Charity Golf Tournament
Northwest Petroleum LP will hold its first Charity Classic Golf Tournament in which all proceeds will benefit The Lighthouse of Houston, an organization that is dedicated to providing education, recreation and career resources for the blind and visually impaired. The golf tournament will be held... - August 09, 2016 - Northwest Petroleum
Help a Child Get a Good Start in School
The Salvation Army of Venice is collecting school supplies for kids in need. - August 06, 2016 - The Salvation Army of Venice
San Diego Natives Compete in Ironman Coeur d’Alene to Raise Funds for Dream Foundation
Iron Dreams hopes to raise $50,000 to fulfill 30 Dreams. - August 06, 2016 - Dream Foundation
The Heights Center Hosts Hurricane Party & Rum Drink Competition Sunday, August 21
The Heights Center is hosting a Hurricane Party & Rum Drink Competition on Sunday, August 21 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at The Heights Center, located at 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers. The public is invited to join local bartenders who will compete for the best cocktail. Guests will have the... - August 06, 2016 - The Heights Foundation