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.
Sow for Love Seeks Volunteers for Haiti Mission
Sow for Love, a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to serve impoverished women in Haiti, is in need of volunteers to sew and help make hygiene kits that will be sent to hundreds of girls and women in August. Sow for Love, which is based in Lesage, W.Va., is partnering with International... - April 30, 2016 - Sow For Love
Art Nonprofit Founder is Named Sea Islands Community Leader
The Islands Society is pleased to announce that Lisa Estes has been selected as the latest “Sea Islands Community Leader.” Estes is the founding director of Art Goes There - a nonprofit that provides children with programs that enrich their participation in the arts. A Charleston, S.C. - April 30, 2016 - Islands Society
Dream Foundation’s 6th Annual Flower Empower Luncheon Will Raise Funds for Community Program That Delivers Comfort to Thousands of Local Residents
Annual event celebrates dedicated volunteers who assemble and deliver more than 150 fresh bouquets each week throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura County. - April 30, 2016 - Dream Foundation
AmeriCorps Member to Join Local Female Leaders Program
Today, the Islands Society announces the appointment of Careen Turner as a Community Engagement Specialist under the Local Female Leaders Program. Turner will now support the Islands Society’s efforts to recognize strong and empowered women around the world for their efforts to improve the... - April 30, 2016 - Islands Society
Los Angeles Art-Based Non-Profit Joins with Events Company to Heal Kids Through Art at Free Arts’ Fun Day on June 4, 2016
Free Arts, an L.A.-based non-profit that uses the healing power of art to restore hope and self-esteem in children who have experienced abuse, neglect, poverty and homelessness, announces the annual Free Arts Fun Day 2016 on Saturday, June 4, 2015 from 11:30am-3pm at Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club. - April 29, 2016 - Free Arts Los Angeles
5th Annual Wild Bird Fund Flocktail Party - May 5th, 2016
A Benefit for New York City’s Only Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Center - April 29, 2016 - Carlton Hobbs
Merger of Emerging Science and Technology Policy Centre and Pacific Islands Society Complete
The Boards of Directors of the Emerging Science and Technology Policy Centre and Pacific Islands Society are proud to announce that the merger of the two nonprofit organizations is now complete. Renamed the Islands Society, the surviving nonprofit organization aims to inspire and empower islanders... - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
United Way of Lake County’s Dine to Donate Fundraiser to Provide 60,000 Meals to Residents in Need
A total of 41 Lake County restaurants donated a portion of their sales from Thursday, April 21, 2016 to United Way in support of their county-wide Dine to Donate fundraiser. Dine to Donate is part of United Way of Lake County's annual spring Feed Lake County food drive which kicked off March 1,... - April 29, 2016 - United Way of Lake County
Support for Children’s and Senior’s Programs Are Key Focus on Comcast Cares Day at Food Bank of South Jersey
Approximately 120 Comcast employees are volunteering at the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) on Comcast Cares Day, assisting the non-profit organization with multiple projects. These include: · Assembling 1,500 food packs to be distributed through FBSJ’s Kidz Pack program (for school... - April 29, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Passage Home Welcomes New Board Members
Local Nonprofit Seeking to End Cycle of Poverty and Homelessness in Wake County Adds New Members to Board of Directors - April 29, 2016 - Passage Home
Rising Stars Leadership Council Fundraiser for Furniture Sharehouse
The Rising Stars Leadership Council, fellow members of the Business Council of Westchester and Rising Stars Alumni are holding a fundraising effort for Furniture Sharehouse, Westchester's Furniture Bank on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 from 5-7pm at Yonkers Brewing Co. Specialty drink prices, hors d'oeuvres and silent raffle items will be available. http://web.thebcw.org/events/Rising-Stars-Leadership-Council-PresentsFurniture-Sharehouse-Fundraiser-1426/details - April 29, 2016 - Furniture Sharehouse
Islands Society Relocating Global Headquarters to Hawaii County and Regional Society to City of Charleston
The Islands Society officially announced that it is relocating its global headquarters to the County of Hawaii in the State of Hawaii and its regional society for Georgia and South Carolina to the City of Charleston in the State of South Carolina. The “Top-Rated” nonprofit and its... - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
Islands Society Founder Recognized as "Person to Watch Who Wants to Change the World" by United Nations Foundation
Recognition based on work to inspire and empower women and young people in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands. - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
Islands Society Commemorates Pacific Council Anniversary
Today, the Islands Society marked the third anniversary of the founding of the Pacific Council. Founded on February 22, 2013, the Pacific Council was a low-profit digital agency that sought to design and develop a social networking service for residents and former residents of Hawaii and the U.S. - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
Cedar Lake Cellars Makes Donation to Local Charity
St. Louis winery supports animal shelter with proceeds from handcrafted wine - April 28, 2016 - Cedar Lake Cellars
Surprise Lake Camp Announces New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Surprise Lake Camp is proud to introduce their next Executive Director, Bradley Solmsen, who will join their team on August 1, 2016. Since 1902, Surprise Lake Camp has provided an oasis for children in the beautiful mountains of Cold Spring, NY. The camp is proud of its... - April 27, 2016 - Surprise Lake Camp
Chicago Youth Centers Announces RR Donnelley as Presenting Sponsor for 2016 Annual Believe in Kids Dinner: Imagining Tomorrow Today
Celebrating Chicago Youth Centers’ 60-year legacy and looking forward to Chicago’s future. - April 27, 2016 - Chicago Youth Centers
The Murphy Foundation to Hold Wine Dinners to Benefit Muscular Dystrophy
Murphy Distributors wants to raise the awareness of Muscular Dystrophy throughout Connecticut. - April 27, 2016 - Murphy Distributors
Food Bank of South Jersey Hosts Fourth "Hunger Games" Cooking Competition
Ten Corporate Teams Participating to Raise Funds for FBSJ’s Children’s Programs and Services. - April 27, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Brent Buckley Announced United Way of Lake County's Community Campaign Close
Campaign Chair, Brent Buckley, Managing Partner of the law firm, Buckley King, closed United Way of Lake County's 2015 Community Giving Campaign at Its Annual Meeting on April 21, 2016 - April 27, 2016 - Buckley King
Cedar Park Dental Practice, Reveal Dental, Announce Support for Early Childhood Literacy with “Books for Babies” Program
Reveal Dental, a Cedar Park dental practice is among the proud sponsors of the "Books for Babies" program. Donations from the Cedar Park dental office, and other local businesses will allow the program to meet its goal of providing a book to every newborn at Cedar Park Regional Medical... - April 27, 2016 - Reveal Dental
Tigerlily Foundation’s 4th Annual Pajama Glam Party
Tigerlily Foundation is excited that ladies in the DC region will be allowed to wear their pajamas in public for the fourth year in a row! Tigerlily Foundation is pleased to present the 4th Annual Pajama Glam Party, to celebrate health & wellness with women and girls, on Saturday, June 18th... - April 26, 2016 - Tigerlily Foundation
Dementia Society Taps Aging Specialist for Advisory Council
Noted aging expert and author Michael Baird Fossel, MD, PhD, has been appointed to the advisory board of the Dementia Society of America. He will serve as a medical consultant on dementia-related illnesses. “The Dementia Society of America is honored to have Dr. Fossel serve as an... - April 26, 2016 - Dementia Society of America
Tigerlily Foundation Launches Comprehensive Program to Support Young Women with Metastatic Breast Cancer
Tigerlily Foundation is excited to announce the re-design and launch of its Metastatic Young (MY) Living in Focus Empowered (LIFE) program offerings to provide comprehensive programming to meet the unique needs of younger women living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). Although women over 45... - April 26, 2016 - Tigerlily Foundation
Startup Policy Lab’s 2015 Workspace Case Study Uncovers Defining Characteristics to Support Startup Communities at Leading Silicon Valley Workspaces
Startup Policy Lab (startuppolicylab.org), a nonprofit that connects policymakers with the innovators changing the world through emerging technology. The Workspace Case Study examined the unique characteristics of the startup communities at two leading workspaces in Silicon Valley: Runway Incubator in San Francisco and Hacker Dojo in Mountain View. SPL’S 2015 Workspace Case Study identifies best practices as the first step towards a Workspace Performance Benchmarking Index. - April 26, 2016 - Startup Policy Lab
Hudson Gateway Realtor Foundation to Host Fundraising Gala for Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley
The Hudson Gateway Realtor Foundation will host a fundraising Gala for Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley on May 5 at the Clubhouse at Patriot Hills in Stony Point. A teen "Wish" recipient and cancer survivor will be the featured speaker. - April 23, 2016 - Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors
Fahad Al Tamimi to Host a Special Dinner in Support of Research Into Radiation Therapy
Fahad Al Tamimi will welcome high profile guests in London next week to support further research into the area of radiation therapy. - April 22, 2016 - Fahad Al Tamimi Philanthropy
Teen Mothers on a Pathway to College
Nine teen mothers to receive college scholarships at luncheon being held at the Garden Court Hotel in Palo Alto on Thursday, April 28th. - April 22, 2016 - Teen Success
Quaker State to Chime in on Migration Crisis: Worldwide Rally
Students, refugees and activists will gather in Philadelphia to bring awareness to the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Middle East and the Caucasus. The rally will take place on Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm across from the Liberty Bell at People’s Plaza, 5th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, Pa. - April 22, 2016 - Refuge Now North America
ISEA’s New Initiative Seeks to Standardize Solutions to Protect Workers from Dropped Objects
An industry first, the proposed standard will focus on preventative solutions actively used by workers to mitigate dropped objects hazards, and address the classification and testing of these solutions. - April 22, 2016 - International Safety Equipment Association
Family Promise Welcomes New Team Members
Nonprofit introduces new staff and board professionals - April 21, 2016 - Family Promise of Greater Denver
Finish the Ride Moves Hundreds for Traffic Safety in Los Angeles
Hundreds of runners, walkers and cyclists gathered in Griffith Park as part of Finish The Ride a campaign to increase awareness of traffic safety and help end the epidemic of fatalities occurring on the streets of Los Angeles. Now in its 3rd year, Finish The Ride was created by cyclist, Damian Kevitt -- survivor of a gruesome hit and run in February 2013. http://www.FinishTheRide.org. - April 21, 2016 - Streets Are For Everyone
Nonprofit Volunteers Receive Community Awards
Long-time supporters honored by local news stations - April 21, 2016 - Family Promise of Greater Denver
Third Street Music School Settlement Awards the New York Community Trust Harris Scholarship
Three $25,000 scholarships awarded to college-bound students graduating from NYC public high schools. - April 20, 2016 - Third Street Music School
American Venous Forum Elects Lowell Kabnick MD 2016-2017 President
Notification of new President's election. - April 20, 2016 - American Venous Forum
Building Peaceful Families Hosts 10th Golden Grandmothers Recognition Luncheon
On May 14, Building Peaceful Families will host 50 grandmothers for its 10th Golden Grandmothers Luncheon, honoring remarkable women who have sacrificed their retirement to raise their grandchildren. - April 20, 2016 - Building Peaceful Families
Save Our Cemeteries Seeks Volunteers for Valence Cemetery Clean-Up
Non-profit to Clean-Up a Second Historic New Orleans Cemetery - April 20, 2016 - Save Our Cemeteries
Threat Management Experts Present Violence Prevention Strategies at NACCHO'S 2016 Preparedness Summit
Specialists from the Violence Prevention Agency (VPA), Dr. Tau Braun, executive director of the VPA, Captain Bob Martin, senior advisor at the VPA, and Alissa Parker, co-founder, Safe and Sound Schools, will present evidence-based violence prevention strategies at NACCHO’s 2016 Preparedness Summit, “Planning Today for Rebuilding Tomorrow: Resiliency & Recovery in the 21st Century,” taking place on April 19–22, in Dallas, Texas. - April 19, 2016 - Violence Prevention Agency
Chair of USCCB Committee on Marriage to Speak at Thomas Aquinas College Commencement
Announcement of commencement speaker at Thomas Aquinas College, Archbishop Salvatore Cordileoene. He will address 79 graduates on 5/14/16. - April 19, 2016 - Thomas Aquinas College
Tampa Church Will Feed the Homeless with the Fruits of Their Labor During One Year Anniversary Celebration - May 21, 2016 @ 11:00AM
Mount Olive Church will feed and clothe the needy in the Community. - April 19, 2016 - Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
The Heights Foundation and The Heights Center Announce New Officers and Board Members
The Heights Foundation and The Heights Center, non-profit organizations that work to build strong, self-sufficient families in the Harlem Heights neighborhood, announce new officers and welcome four new members to their board of directors. Jan-Erik Hustrulid, Business Development Coordinator at... - April 19, 2016 - The Heights Foundation
Mission Federal Credit Union Opens 30th Branch; Announces National City Branch Grand Opening Celebration
New National City Branch opens April 18; celebration planned for May 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m - April 18, 2016 - Mission Federal Credit Union
SharpMinds to Unveil "MIND" – "the Tool That Delivers Precision and Accuracy in Every Data Transaction!" at the 32nd Annual NDIA Logistics Forum
SharpMinds, LLC will be unveiling MIND at the 32nd Annual National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Logistics Forum on April 18th-20th at the Ronald Reagan Building. - April 18, 2016 - SharpMinds, Inc. LLC
Brooklyn Community Services Holds 2016 "Spring into Action" with Over 300 Volunteers Helping Low Income Residents in Brooklyn's Underserved Neighborhoods
Brooklyn Community Services "Spring into Action" Volunteers Assisted in 20 Impactful and Educational Projects--Gardening, Reading, Workforce Development, Mentoring, Wellness, Bowling and a Pop-Up Thrift Shop in Brooklyn Neighborhoods Including Bedford-Stuyvesant, Coney Island and East New York - April 18, 2016 - Brooklyn Community Services
Islands Society Appoints Inland Islands Society Managing Director
Today, the Islands Society announces the appointment of Bremen de Haan as Managing Director of the Inland Islands Society. He will now lead the nonprofit’s efforts to increase the participation of individuals and sub-national organizations from lake island communities and river island... - April 18, 2016 - Islands Society
Community Gives Up Saturday Morning to Deliver Fresh Produce to Tampa’s Homebound Neighbors
On Saturday, April 16, over 100 community volunteers, businesses and groups participated 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 gave their time, vehicle, and gas to deliver pre-packed bags of fresh produce to 700 home delivered meal recipients (HDM) tomorrow morning, Saturday, April 16. Produce was free of charge to recipients. - April 17, 2016 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
EurAupair Announces Important Information for Families Who Wish to Host an Au Pair in America
Want to host an au pair in America? EurAupair outlines 7 facts & important information about their au pairs that every host family should know. Learn more now! - April 17, 2016 - Eur Aupair
Cincinnati Native Returns to Inspire Positive Change for All
Kirk Smith Unlimited & Associates announces the return of Kirk Ray Smith, BS, MS, a native of Cincinnati-Avondale, who overcame obstacles and beat the odds. Kirk is returning to share insights and experiences to inspire and empower others no matter their race, age, lifestyle, pedigree, or... - April 16, 2016 - Kirk Smith Unlimited & Associates, LLC
Boston Ethical Community Announces Launch of Grants Program
The Boston Ethical Community, a Cambridge-based nonprofit, announced today the launch of a grantmaking initiative, the first in the organization’s history. The organization will begin accepting proposals on April 18, 2016, and expects to announce the award of the first grant this fall. The... - April 16, 2016 - Boston Ethical Community
The Gift of Dignity: Marginalized Edmontonians Receive Truckload of Donated Tech
The Electronic Recycling Association donates 30 computers to Boyle Street Community Services. - April 16, 2016 - Electronic Recycling Association