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A Night When Tastemakers Become Dream-makers (2.08.18)
Urbani Truffle Lab and Dream Foundation host exclusive NYC Launch to amplify awareness and mission of Dream-granting organization. - January 22, 2018 - Dream Foundation
Rett Syndrome Foundation to Host 11th Annual Strollathon
Non-profit organization to raise money for research treatments. - January 21, 2018 - Rett Syndrome Foundation
Akshaya Patra in Partnership with Govt. of Karnataka Launch Millets in Mid-Day Meal Scheme
The pilot will cover 1,622 children across 10 government and government-aided schools in Bengaluru and later aim to extend to all the 4,86,172 beneficiaries served by Akshaya Patra in Karnataka - January 19, 2018 - The Akshaya Patra Foundation
The Ohio State Bar Foundation (OSBF) Announces Strategic Grant Program to Improve the Civics Knowledge of Ohioans
OSBF Opens Call for Proposals for New Grant Initiative, Seeking to Arm Ohio Adults with Knowledge to Become Better Informed Citizens - January 18, 2018 - The Ohio State Bar Foundation
Legg Calve Perthes Foundation Welcomes Dr. Wudbhav Sankar, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, as Board Member
The Legg Calve Perthes Foundation, dedicated to improving research, education, and awareness of Perthes, has added a new Board member this month, Dr. Wudbhav Sankar, of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. - January 16, 2018 - Legg Calve Perthes Foundation
Nationally-Known Artist Kishi Bashi Brings Unique Inspiration to Selma for National Day of Racial Healing
Artist to Weave Tale of WWII Japanese-American Incarceration Camps Into Observance of National Day of Racial Healing in Historic Selma, Alabama - January 13, 2018 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Maitri Compassionate Care Hosts Its 31st Annual Maitri Bliss 2018 - Signature Gala & Auction
Celebrating 31 Years of Service, Bliss 2018 Will Feature the Grammy & Tony Award Winning Singer/Actress Jennifer Holliday with Appearances by Frenchie Davis, Jason Stuart and Jonny Zywiciel - January 13, 2018 - Maitri Compassionate Care
The Bow Wow Buddies Foundation Finishes 2017 Strong, Helping 89 Dogs in Need by Granting More Than $150,000
Camp Bow Wow Heightens Focus on its Nonprofit and Successfully Increases Total Number of Dog Medical Grants Year-over-Year. - January 11, 2018 - Camp Bow Wow
James Beall to Win the 2018 William Meredith Award for Poetry
The William Meredith Foundation invites writers, reporters, and lovers of poetry to celebrate the 2018 William Meredith Award for Poetry. The award is presented to James Beall for his new collection of poetry, ONYX MOON published by New Academia Press. The prize is given in honor of William Meredith, former US Poet Laureate who was a good friend and colleague of Mr. Beall particularly at the Library of Congress when they organized a symposium on science and literature. - January 09, 2018 - The William Meredith Foundation
Black Belt Community Foundation TRHT to Sponsor Multiple City-Wide Events in Selma Honoring MLK Jr. Holiday and the National Day of Racial Healing
Ongoing work with support from W.K. Kellogg Foundation to honor national observance. - January 08, 2018 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Blood Donors Can Avail Official Leave on the Day of Donation: HCFI
India faces a shortage of 10% relative to its blood requirements (NBTC). - January 07, 2018 - Heart Care Foundation of India
Custom Trained Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to Family in Kettering, Ohio
SDWR, a nonprofit service dog organization based in Madison, VA, delivered a custom trained Diabetic Alert Service Dog to a family in Kettering, OH. - January 06, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Cauldron Wins SHEntrepreneurship Grant from the Kpartnerz Foundation
Cauldron, an online platform that helps student entrepreneurs launch their business, has won a SHEntrepreneurship grant from the Kpartnerz Foundation. The funding will allow Younkyung Cho, one of Cauldron’s co-founders, to finish the online platform. Ms. Cho is a recent graduate from... - December 19, 2017 - Kpartnerz Foundation
Retirement: The Devil is in the Details; R Hill Enterprises, Inc. Announces the Release of New Book
“Retirement will be a dreadful place for many,” says financial advisor Robb Hill. For over 18 years, he has helped people not only put their financial house in order, but reorder their thinking processes for a better life outcome. Robb’s book, "Ask the Right Questions Get the Right Answers for Sound Financial Retirement Planning," is available on Amazon.com, BN.com, etc. - December 18, 2017 - R Hill Enterprises, Inc.
Dallas Entrepreneur Sponsors Christmas Bike Giveaway for 5th Graders at East Dallas Elementary School
Matthew Newman, Founder of the “For the Life of You” Mentoring Foundation launches campaign to provide new bikes and helmets to 5th grade students at Eduardo Mata Elementary. - December 15, 2017 - For the Life of You Mentoring Foundation
Tulo Wins SHEntrepreneurship Grant from the Kpartnerz Foundation
Tulo, a woman-startup focused on giving international adventure travelers authentic travel experiences, has won a SHEntrepreneurship grant from the Kpartnerz Foundation. The funding will allow the company to begin website development and complete its marketing plan. “Support from the... - December 12, 2017 - Kpartnerz Foundation
The/Nudge Plans to Scale Nationally in Its #SkillIndia Mission
The/Nudge Foundation, a nonprofit that works towards poverty alleviation in India, is scaling nationally in its #SkillIndia mission. The Rockefeller Foundation has provided USD 250,000 to support capacity building and technology to enable scaling. - December 09, 2017 - The Nudge Foundation
Dream Foundation Announces the Appointment of Ms. Daryl Stegall to Its National Board of Directors
Dream Foundation, the only national dream-granting organization for terminally-ill adults, announced the appointment of Ms. Daryl Stegall to its National Board of Directors. As a member of the Board, Stegall will assist with overseeing Dream Foundation’s activities as well as assisting with... - December 08, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Toys 4 KC Toy Drive in Blue Springs, Missouri
Blue Springs, Missouri has a new foundation committed to aiding families in the Kansas City area that are battling the hardships of childhood cancer called The 10th Player Foundation. This Christmas season The 10th Player Foundation is hosting a toy drive for the families at Children's Mercy Hospital called Toys 4 KC. Hoping to gain support they have placed toy donation drop boxes at select locations around the Blue Springs area. - December 06, 2017 - The 10th Player Foundation
Squash Partnership Provides Opportunity to Low Income Students
Students of Empower College Prep, a public charter school based in Central Phoenix, will serve as the flagship program of Arizona Squash, Inc., a non-profit group that engages underserved Phoenix area youth with academic support, squash and wellness, mentoring, enrichment, and community service to develop high school ready middle schoolers, college ready high schoolers, and career ready adults. - November 22, 2017 - Arizona Squash, Inc.
Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation Joins GIVE Los Angeles Challenge to Win $15,000 from LA Magazine
End of year fundraiser to further innovative breast cancer research. - November 22, 2017 - Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation
Dreamland Will Help Fulfill More Than 2500 Dreams in 2018
Dream-granting organization’s Annual Gala raises awareness and vital funds. - November 21, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Humane Society Veterinarian Honored Presenter at National Veterinary Symposium
Dr. Karla Bard, Director of Medical Operations at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, led a presentation of landmark research findings at the annual meeting of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP). The milestone research findings alleviate concerns that a nationwide rise in high volume spay-neuter facilities has been accompanied by a lower quality of care that leads to an increase in post-surgical mortality. - November 20, 2017 - Humane Society of Tampa Bay
Cole Link Foundation’s First Community Baby Shower for Mothers to be and Moms with Little Ones Up to 3 Years Old
This is the first Community Baby Shower held by the Cole Link Foundation in collaboration with Wellness Ministries and Christian Way Academy. - November 20, 2017 - Cole Link Foundation
Soldiers and Oilers Alumni to Face Off in Hockey Game to Support Wounded Troops and Families
Oilers Alumni, Canadian Armed Forces, Military veterans, corporate sponsors and other generous Edmontonians join forces to raise awareness and funds to support Canadian military, veterans, and their families. - November 19, 2017 - PPCLI Foundation
Operation Food Search Hires New Food Donations Account Manager
Martha Kemper to work with regional partners to reduce food insecurity. - November 19, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Camp Bow Wow Donates $50,000 Through #GIVEAFETCH Campaign
The Nation’s Largest and Most Trusted Pet Care Franchise Inspires the Nation to Celebrate All the Special Things We Do for Our Dogs. - November 18, 2017 - Camp Bow Wow
Operation Food Search Awarded $10,000 Newman's Own Foundation Grant
Money to assist St. Louis non-profit agency with interactive grocery store tour. - November 15, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Laura Bush, Former Pres. Obasanjo Help Vision Africa Celebrate 20th Anniversary
Former First Lady Laura Bush and former Nigerian Pres. Olusegun Obasanjo were special guests as Vision Africa, a ministry that seeks to heal the bodies, minds and souls of Africans, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Mrs. Bush, a longtime champion for Africa and its people, spoke at the... - November 10, 2017 - Vision Africa
Black Belt Community Foundation to Host “Photography 101 Workshop” on December 2, 2017 in Selma. Open and Free to First 25 Registrants.
Free Workshop to be held at Wallace State Community College (9am - 3pm). Professional Photographer Tanisha Stephens of Intown Imagery studio to instruct workshop. - November 10, 2017 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Operation Food Search Introduces Afterschool Meal Program
St. Louis non-profit agency to provide "super snack" opportunity to children. - November 09, 2017 - Operation Food Search
A New and Unique Social Network to Promote Gratitude
WannaThankYou is a unique social network to promote gratitude. It is an initiative to make the world a happy place with the power of gratitude and appreciation. Users can share thank you messages, connect with people and express gratitude in a fresh and exciting way. - November 03, 2017 - Wanna Thank You
Camp Bow Wow to Kick Off Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo in Hershey, PA with Keynote Speech
President of Nation’s Leading Pet Care Franchise Shares Proven Techniques & Expert Insights with Expo Attendees. - November 01, 2017 - Camp Bow Wow
Hawker Pacific Aerospace Recognized for Partnering with ECF to Employ Adults with Developmental Disabilities
In honor of October being National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM), the California Disability Services Association recognized Hawker Pacific Aerospace for partnering with Exceptional Employment Solutions for hiring 12 adults with special needs, trained and supported by the Exceptional Children's Foundation. - October 29, 2017 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Culver City Recognizes Dr. Scott Bowling for His Exceptional Leadership
October is Disability Awareness Month in the City of Culver City. As part of the local celebration, Dr. Scott Bowling, President and CEO of the Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF), was recognized for his leadership in creating an inclusive community for individuals of all abilities. - October 29, 2017 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Fundraising Efforts Underway for Chhiring Foundation U.S.’s Langtang, Nepal Health Post Project
Non-profit’s first effort focuses on constructing a new Health Post and developing a fund for ongoing operations. - October 25, 2017 - Chhiring Foundation U.S.
Dysautonomia Advocacy Foundation Launches Virtual Art Gallery to Help Establish Autonomic Disorders Clinic at Medical University of South Carolina
Dysautonomia Advocacy Foundation launched today a virtual art gallery aimed at raising funds to establish a permanent Research Chair of Autonomic Disorders at the Medical University of South Carolina. Artists’ Eye on Dysautonomia features works from Charleston-area artists, as well as others... - October 24, 2017 - Dysautonomia Advocacy Foundation
The Dallas United Nations Association Partners with North Texas Leaders to Recognize United Nations Day
What: United Nations Day - On Oct. 24, 1945, the United Nations officially came into being with the ratification of its founding charter. On Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017, The Dallas United Nations Association and North Texas community leaders will celebrate the life-saving work of the United Nations and... - October 22, 2017 - Dallas United Nations Association of the U.S.A.
Dream Foundation Expands National Board of Directors
Paul Kusserow, President and CEO of Amedisys, joins Board of national dream-granting organization. - October 21, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Two Years Out, ANOC Completes Coordination Meetings with Local Organizing Committee in San Diego
The Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) Events Working Group delegates have given the green light to the San Diego Exploratory Foundation (SDEF), hosts and exclusive marketing rights holders of the ANOC World Beach Games in 2019, to move to the next phase of preparations, after two days of successful coordination meetings in San Diego. - October 19, 2017 - San Diego Exploratory Foundation
2 Years’ Adventure to Uganda to Help Street Children
Alongside Africa, a Folkestone based non-profit organisation run by volunteers, has embarked on a 2 year mission to Uganda to establish the Amasiko Halfway House for Ugandan street children. They have erected a 240 square metre structure that will be used as a transitional home for the street... - October 18, 2017 - Alongside Africa
Operation Food Search Raises More Than $53,000 at Golf Tournament
24th annual fundraiser to benefit St. Louis non-profit agency's programs and services. - October 11, 2017 - Operation Food Search
MVPSF Receives the Largest Donation in Organization’s History Estate of Mountain View Resident Contributes $250,000
Thanks to the generosity of estate managers for long-time Mountain View resident Elizabeth Ruth Wallace, the Mountain View Public Safety Foundation has received its largest-ever donation - $250,000 to support and enhance public safety education in Mountain View. “We are grateful and excited... - October 05, 2017 - Mountain View Public Safety Foundation
The Grant Hero Foundation Launches Its Direct Giving Platform with a Personal Grant from Vinny Lingham, CEO of Civic
The Grant Hero Foundation aims to disrupt the non-profit industry with personal direct grant giving recorded on the Ethereum blockchain. - September 28, 2017 - The Grant Hero Foundation
Vista Equity Partners Pledge $1 Million USD to Akshaya Patra
Robert F. Smith, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners announced their philanthropic investment in Akshaya Patra to deliver millions of meals to Indian school children. - September 28, 2017 - The Akshaya Patra Foundation
The Illinois Children's Healthcare Foundation Invests $10 Million to Double Impact of Successful Children’s Mental Health Initiative
Four Communities to Receive Resources to Build Systems of Care - September 27, 2017 - Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation
Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation to Recognize Retiring Seattle Police Department K9 Patrol Dog Ziva on Oct. 14; SPD’s 1st Female Generalist Patrol Dog Served 7.5 Years
With more than 5000 police calls, 81 felony arrests, 23 misdemeanor arrests and more under her collar, Seattle Police Department’s K9-3 Ziva is ready for retirement this fall before her 10th birthday on Nov.15. In addition to her crime fighting, with her partner A/Sergeant Mark Wong, Ziva’s helped raise more than $40,000 over the years for local animal organizations, including the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation. SASF will recognize Ziva on Oct. 14 at Raining Cats & Dogs Auction. - September 25, 2017 - Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation
Speakers Announced for Adolescent Health Open Forum Event to Spotlight LGBTQ, Provider Training, Social Media and Confidentiality
An open forum on Adolescent Health will be held in Oconomowoc, WI on October 5, 2017. Hot topics including LGBTQ, Physicians and Teens Communicating for Health (PATCH), social media and confidentiality. The event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and will be held at the Aurora Medical Center Summit. - September 25, 2017 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Project Mama & PRFI Unite for Hurricane Maria & Earthquake Relief
Divas Leading Project Mama joins forces with PRFI and local Uptown Manhattan, Bronx, & New Jersey businesses for Hurricane Maria and earthquake relief. - September 24, 2017 - Project Mama
INSPIREDD: a Non-Profit Making Organization with a Difference
INSPIREDD, an organization that is ready to evoke high flying deeds when it comes to tackling crisis arising with poverty, water, health, environment and disaster in the world's poorest countries proudly announces their new Non-Profit making Organization NPO which is registered in Canada as an... - September 24, 2017 - INSPIREDD