Recent Headlines
Within Charitable Organizations
Centurion Yakshagana Exponent Kadandelu Purushothama Bhat Remembered on His Death Anniversary
Kadandelu Purushothama Bhat Thenkuthittu Yakshagana Protsaha Samsthe, Kateel, as part of its ongoing charitable activities, has sponsored / facilitated the tuition on Thenkuthittu Yakshagana by the reigning Sthree Vesha Expert, Yaksha Shata, Master Ravi Alavero for 5 deserving children for one year. - July 03, 2017 - Kadandelu Purushothama Bhat Thenkuthittu Yakshagana Protasah Samsthe, Kateel
En Man Chang at Taiwan Academy in Los Angeles, "As Heavy As a Feather"
Taiwan Academy in Los Angeles is proud to present En Man Chang's "As Heavy As a Feather," an unique exhibit that reflects upon indigenous identity, cultural sustainability and the intricacies surrounding land use and urbanization. The opening reception on July 7th will feature an evening... - July 02, 2017 - Taiwan Academy
Farm Share, Inc. Announces the Addition of a New Semi-Truck to Its Fleet with the Help of the Publix "Food For All" Campaign and The Batchelor Foundation
Farm Share, Inc.— a non-profit organization dedicated to the recovery and distribution of nutritious and healthy food to individuals and families in need --- today announced the addition of a new semi-truck to its growing fleet of trucks. Thanks to a Publix “Food for All” donation... - July 02, 2017 - Farm Share, Inc.
Nashville Church of Scientology Advocates Importance of Friendship and Bridge Building
International Day of Friendship was created to inspire peace and bridge building. At the beginning of August, the Church of Scientology will bring together a diverse crowd to dialogue for the occasion a third time. - July 02, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Driving Out Summer Hunger with the Food Bank of South Jersey’s Mobile Meals Program
Bus Stop Café Provides Safe Space for Kids in Need to Read and Eat Where They Live and Play - July 01, 2017 - Food Bank of South Jersey
2nd Edition of Bestselling “What’s the Deal with Retirement Communities?” Released
Newly revised book takes an up-close look at often-asked questions about senior housing options. - June 30, 2017 - My LifeSite
Celebrating Independence for Disabled Citizens on July 4th
LaunchAbility kicks off their "Independence" fundraising campaign to help intellectually developmentally and disabled (IDD) adults find their own independence through assisting them find jobs fitting their unique skills. - June 30, 2017 - LaunchAbility
Drive a Senior and Get Involved Company Are Making Everyday Independence Day for Seniors This Fourth of July
Get Involved Company is helping Drive a Senior, a local Austin nonprofit, celebrate this Independence Day in a unique way. - June 30, 2017 - Get Involved Company
Georgia Scientologists Recognize the International Day Against Drug Abuse
The Church of Scientology Atlanta hosted motivational speaker James Brown, who, in 1992, was shot in the neck over a drug deal and paralyzed from the neck down. Mr. Brown, in coordination with the Georgia Foundation for a Drug Free World, now uses this experience to teach at risk youth the importance of leading a drug-free life. - June 29, 2017 - Church of Scientology Atlanta
Camp Bow Wow Introduces Public Protector Discount Inspired by Selfless Pet Saving Heroes
Nation’s Leading Pet Care Franchise Offers Franchisee Fee Discount to Firefighters, Law Enforcement Officers and Paramedics. - June 29, 2017 - Camp Bow Wow
Huntington Beach Senior Center in Central Park Celebrates One Year Anniversary
The Huntington Beach Senior Center in Central Park and the Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA) will host an Anniversary Gala on July 29, celebrating a year of success. - June 29, 2017 - Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA)
Warrior Canine Connection Receives Grant from Carrington Charitable Foundation to Help Meet Growing Need for Service Dogs to Support Veterans
Warrior Canine Connection is pleased to announce it has received a generous grant from the Carrington Charitable Foundation. WCC will use the funds to support its mission of providing canine therapy to help Veterans reconnect with life, their families, their communities and each other. WCC uses a... - June 29, 2017 - Warrior Canine Connection
Day Against Drug Abuse Workshop to Keep Youth Off Drugs
Drug-Free Tennessee observed International Day Against Drug Abuse with a training workshop about keeping young people away from drugs. - June 29, 2017 - Drug Free South
Operation Food Search to Hold Seventh Annual Tomato Explosion
St. Louis agency teams up with more than 80 local restaurants to stop summer childhood hunger. - June 28, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Keep Irving Beautiful’s Blanket Project - Charitable Organizations Benefit from Volunteers’ Efforts
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) began a new project last year through its Faith Groups Outreach Committee that continues to grow in popularity. A variety of volunteers of all ages and backgrounds create “no-sew” blankets from fleece material which are then donated to charitable... - June 28, 2017 - Keep Irving Beautiful
The Crucible Trains the Next Generation of Industrial Arts Educators - Seven New Instructors Got Their Start in Donor-Funded Youth Programs
Twelve artists who began as students in The Crucible’s Youth Programs will teach in 2017 Youth Summer Camps, which kicked off this week. The majority of these new instructors were able to take classes at The Crucible, an Oakland arts education nonprofit, because of the scholarship opportunities made possible by donations. - June 26, 2017 - The Crucible
Suburban Oregon Theater Wades Calmly Into the National Shakespearean Fray
In the wake of national controversy around the "politicization" of Shakespeare, specifically reflected in The Public Theater's production of "Julius Caesar," one small, suburban theater company in Hillsboro, Oregon is calmly wading into the fray. Bag&Baggage Productions is presenting a world premiere adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" fused with the 12th century Muslim Persian poet Nizami Ganjavi's masterpiece "Layla and Majnun." - June 24, 2017 - Bag&Baggage Productions
Shoes That Fit Named Nonprofit of the Year
Shoes That Fit - a national nonprofit based in Claremont, California - has been named Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember Chris Holden. As Shoes That Fit celebrates its 25th anniversary of providing new athletic shoes to kids in need, they do so with a renewed focus towards achieving their vision that one day, every child in America who needs hew shoes gets new shoes. - June 24, 2017 - Shoes That Fit
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Helps Fathers Learn Values
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee participated in a celebration for Father’s Day. - June 23, 2017 - The Way to Happiness
Parker Symphony is Holding Auditions for 2017-18 Season
The Parker Symphony Orchestra will be holding auditions for the 2017-2018 season on Saturday August 26, 2017 from 10AM to 12PM. They will be held at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker in 15 minute intervals. Musicians who are interested in joining the Parker Symphony will be asked to... - June 23, 2017 - Parker Symphony Orchestra
Remit Radar, CURE International Team Up to Raise Clubfoot Awareness
FinTech amplifies nonprofit's efforts by sharing vital health information in remote areas. - June 23, 2017 - CURE International
Field of Dreams Horse Rescue and Adoption of Illinois 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 Field of Dreams Horse Rescue and Adoption as of June 21, 2017. Verification means that Field of Dreams Horse... - June 23, 2017 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Drug-Free Tennessee Helps Fathers with Truth
Drug-Free Tennessee is the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World. Recently, volunteers were getting out information during a Father’s Day celebration. - June 23, 2017 - Drug Free South
LENDonate Changes The Game of Nonprofit Financing by Creating Swift Access to High Quality Loans
One-of-a-Kind Online Platform Launches to Enable Nonprofits to Source Loans and Donations Simultaneously through a New, Innovative Process - June 22, 2017 - LENDonate, Inc.
United Federation of Special Police & Security Officers Elects Charles "Chip" Strebeck President
Chip Strebeck elected President of United Federation of Special Police and Security Officers, replacing Ralph Purdy who continues as President Emeritus. - June 22, 2017 - United Federation of Special Police & Security Officers, Inc.
Dream Foundation & Headspace Announce Partnership
Meditation app teams with national dream-granting organization for terminally-ill adults to introduce an essential element of palliative care. - June 22, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Free Wheelchair Mission Gives Away One Million Wheelchairs to People in Developing Nations
Orange County nonprofit to celebrate one million lives transformed through the gift of mobility at Miracle of Mobility gala on July 13. - June 22, 2017 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. Receives Grant from the Quantum Foundation
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. has announced it is the recipient of a $30,00 grant from the Quantum Foundation. - June 22, 2017 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
Keep Irving Beautiful Recognized as Gold Star Affiliate by Keep Texas Beautiful - 66 Texas Communities Honored by Statewide Nonprofit Organization
Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB), a statewide grassroots environmental and community improvement organization, recently named Keep Irving Beautiful a Gold Star Affiliate, a designation conferred on just 66 of KTB’s more than 395 affiliates in 2017. Gold Star recognition is the highest status any... - June 22, 2017 - Keep Irving Beautiful
KIB Hits a Home Run with “Irving Day” at the AirHogs Stadium
Friday, June 9, was “Irving Day” at the Texas AirHogs Stadium in Grand Prairie, where $3.00 of every ticket purchased using the code IRVING went to support Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) programs. KIB and AirHogs staff worked for several weeks prior to the event, which was also promoted by... - June 22, 2017 - Keep Irving Beautiful
World’s Largest Resource for OCD Comes to San Francisco
More than 1,600 people will attend the International OCD Foundation's 24th Annual OCD Conference, which will be held this summer in San Francisco. Running July 7 - 9 at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis, the OCD Conference is the world's largest event dedicated to obsessive compulsive disorder... - June 21, 2017 - International OCD Foundation
Celebrity Charity Football in Sutton, Surrey with Celeb FC
Sutton is not always associated as a celebrity hotspot, but that is all set to change on Sunday, 9th July as celebrities gather together to take part in the 3rd annual #MemoryCup Charity match and VIP evening at Sutton United FC’s ground. Celebs playing on the day include UK Garage Music... - June 21, 2017 - Celeb FC
NAFA Unveils Redesigned Website
A New Clean Design and Simplified Navigation Improves Overall Experience. - June 20, 2017 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New Tool Helps Nonprofits Add Cost-Savings & Functionality
A new tool from Acceptiva will enable grassroots nonprofit organizations to use PayPal to cut costs while also offering the professional-looking and secure online interface donors demand. "Many smaller nonprofits who receive online payments for event tickets or fundraising campaigns do so... - June 19, 2017 - Acceptiva
WISE Adult Day Services Program Open House and Senior Prom
The Gateway Family YMCA – WISE Center YMCA Branch Provides Open House in Union. - June 19, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Veterans, CA Assemblymen Join Forces to Host 1st Annual Vegan Festival in San Jose July 1st
George, Stephanie Caruthers and CA Assembly member Ash Kalra will be hosting the CA Summer Veg Fest at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds on July 1st 2017 from 11am to 7pm. Sponsored by the CA Endowment. “I want the attendees to know to truths. That the planet we live in is in danger from all... - June 18, 2017 - Summer Veg Fest
Long Awaited Sanctuary to Benefit the Virginia Range Wild Horses
Equine Legacy Ranch (ELR) announces the purchase of over 650 acres of land north of Reno, Nevada, to be used as a sanctuary for Virginia Range wild horses removed from the range and a center for wellness and healing. A partnership between ERL and Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund will create the largest private wild horse rescue operation and sanctuary in northwest Nevada. Many volunteer opportunities will be created through the establishment of this extraordinary sanctuary. - June 16, 2017 - Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund
Kids in the Game Launches Globally Popular Sport with Netball America
Kids in the Game (KING) has entered into a new partnership with Netball America Inc., the premier and largest Netball organization in the USA, to introduce NYC youth to an Olympic recognized sport played by 20 million people in over 70 countries. - June 16, 2017 - Netball America Inc.
Lincoln Park Teen Combats Child Hunger in Community
Mimi's Mission is working with a teen from the area who is collecting donations for the cause. - June 16, 2017 - Mimi’s Mission
25th Annual Huntington Beach Council on Aging Golf Tournament Fundraiser
The 25th Annual Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA) Golf Tournament Fundraiser take place on June 23, 2017. - June 16, 2017 - Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA)
Missouri Ranks 42nd on Annual Summer Meals Report
More low-income students received summer meals in July 2016. - June 15, 2017 - Operation Food Search
TN CASA Launches "Be For The Child" Statewide Volunteer Recruitment Campaign
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) has launched a special volunteer recruitment campaign to raise awareness of the need for volunteers in Campbell County to help vulnerable children to find safe, permanent homes. It is estimated 20,000 children across the state could use a CASA volunteer – many of those children here locally. - June 15, 2017 - CASA of Campbell County
Operation Food Search Hires New Director of Advocacy and Research
Trina Ragain to focus on increasing St. Louis agency's overall engagement efforts. - June 14, 2017 - Operation Food Search
African Leadership Bridge and Group TekZone Partner to Drive Sustainable Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa Through Education
African Leadership Bridge (ALB) and Group TekZone (TekZone) have entered into a partnership to equip, train, develop and enable Sub-Saharan African youth to create local solutions to local problems. ALB has successfully sponsored and mentored a number of African students through undergraduate... - June 13, 2017 - African Leadership Bridge
Monroe County Grants DeLucca Events Funding for Key West to Cuba Festival, Presented by Havana Air
Begin with an Art, Wine & Dine Experience in Key West September 7-10, then be transported back in time to Cuba for the trip of a lifetime September 10-13. - June 13, 2017 - DeLucca Events
PTAFF International Artivist Festival Call for Entry
Pembroke Taparelli Arts and Film Festival (November 1st through 4th) announces its Call for Entries in all categories including feature length films, documentary and shorts. PTAFF encourages independent filmmakers and artists keen on becoming prominent in the industry while making a change in the... - June 12, 2017 - Pembroke Taparelli Arts and Film Festival
Nashville Church of Scientology Prepares for Third Annual Friendship Day Dialogue
International Day of Friendship was created to inspire peace and bridge building. At the end of July, the Church of Scientology will bring together a diverse crowd to dialogue for the occasion. - June 10, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Safe Harbor Equine and Livestock Sanctuary of Tennessee 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 Safe Harbor Equine and Livestock Sanctuary as of June 6, 2017. Accreditation signifies that Safe Harbor... - June 10, 2017 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Operation Food Search to Hold Shop Out Hunger Day
St. Louis agency hosts its ninth annual summertime food drive. - June 09, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Drug-Free Tennessee Keeping Youth Off Drugs
Drug-Free Tennessee is preparing for International Day Against Drug Abuse with several educational events culminating in a training workshop about keeping young people away from drugs. - June 09, 2017 - Drug Free South