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.
Workout to Save Lives - Liam's Life WOD
May 25, gyms around the world do Liam’s workout in honor of 15-month Liam Kowal who was killed by a drunk driver. Over 100 gyms worldwide participating in the workout in 2022; from gyms in southern California, like Krav Maga Worldwide, Crossfit Horsepower, Crossfit to the Core, Crossfit Coveted, Crossfit Downtown Santa Ana, to gyms all over the US and throughout parts of Europe. - May 25, 2022 - Liams Life Foundation
ALS Therapy Development Institute Scientists to Present Posters Sharing Research Advancements at the ALS Drug Development Summit
The ALS TDI scientists will be showcasing significant advancements in ALS research through multiple poster presentations. These posters will cover pre-clinical research exploring potential new therapeutic drug-like molecules and targets for ALS, as well as translational research analyzing patient data to identify new ALS biomarkers, drug targets, and patient populations. - May 25, 2022 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Our Village Closet Celebrates 1st Anniversary of the Resource Center Serving Youth Affected by Foster Care in Sonoma County, CA
Our Village Closet (OVC) is a dedicated team of advocates, committed to strengthening the foster community in Sonoma County by providing relevant supplies and support to youth (ages 0-25) and their caregivers impacted by the welfare system. By fostering connections to essential supplies, support, and resources, they hope to help create felt safety, nurturing relationships, and a sense of belonging. This June, they celebrate 1 year serving foster youth at their Resource Center. - May 25, 2022 - Our Village Closet
Community Family Life Services Hosting 3-Day Virtual Conference on Serving Moms in Crisis, with a Focus on Criminal Justice
From June 7-9, the Community Family Life Services (CFLS) Speakers Bureau will hold its second national MORE THAN Conference, a survivor-led virtual series on the intersection of domestic violence, race, poverty, the criminal justice system, and motherhood. Attendees can earn up to 13 CEUs approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886880865-4332). - May 25, 2022 - Community Family Life Services
Living Advantage, Inc. Hosts "Mixer That Matters" for Foster Youth with Celebrity Guests in Beverly Hills
LA, Inc. will be hosting a fundraiser, "The Mixer that Matters" on May 26th in honor of Foster Youth Month to specifically celebrate the resilient young people in the Foster Care system, hosted by Chad L. Coleman, actor on the award-winning series The Walking Dead. Representatives and... - May 25, 2022 - Living Advantage Inc.
Dr. Linda Casson-Hackett Honored as a Woman of the Month for May 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dr. Linda Casson-Hackett of Dover, Delaware is honored as a Woman of the Month for May 2022 her outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of nonprofit and education. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women to represent their professions and industries due to their expertise and success... - May 24, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
NJ Ombudsman Hosting Webinar: the 25 Most Common Nursing Home Problems and How to Resolve Them
The NJ Long-Term Care Ombudsman and FACE NJ present advocate Eric Carlson to discuss common long-term care problems and how to resolve them. - May 24, 2022 - NJ Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Balto Token Launched with Plans to Change Crypto for Good
Altcoin Balto Token brings charity to crypto with 2% donated to animal organizations. - May 22, 2022 - Balto Token
Mosaics Fine Art Festival Receives $6,000 Grant
Nonprofit presented with tourism grant from Greater Saint Charles Convention & Visitors Bureau. - May 21, 2022 - Mosaics Fine Art Festival
Two Philadelphia County High School Seniors to Receive Academic Scholarships for Higher Education
The Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation announced today that two 2022 recipients have been selected for its annual scholarship grants. The announcement was made by the foundation’s founder and president, Khadijah Butler. - May 20, 2022 - Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation
Switzer Learning Center Students Participate in Annual Special Olympics Day Activities
Students of all learning abilities participate in a one-day Special Olympics event held in Torrance, CA. - May 20, 2022 - Switzer Learning Center
Berry Family Services Presents My Possibilities Community Ball June 11
Join My Possibilities for an elegant night supporting the intellectual and developmental disabilities community - May 20, 2022 - My Possibilities
Saint Louis Closet Co. Donates $3,188.00 to Operation Shower
MAPLEWOOD, Mo. – Through Closets for a Cause, Saint Louis Closet Co. donates to local nonprofits. So far, Saint Louis Closet Co. has donated a total of $84, 644.43 since starting Closets for a Cause in 2020. This past April, $3,188.00 of their profits went to Operation Shower, whose mission... - May 20, 2022 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
Sound Mind Network Music Festival at Bally's Atlantic City Announces Line-Up June 26, 2022
Philadelphia-Based Non-Profit Sound Mind Network Proudly Presents the First Annual Sound Mind Network Music Festival - May 19, 2022 - Sound Mind Network
Southington, CT Junk Removal Company Saves Local Animals
Junk Bear, a Southington-based junk removal company, has recently added "animal rescue" to its long list of credentials, rescuing kittens, a dog, and even raccoons over the past month. - May 19, 2022 - Junk Bear
Founder of Youth Emergency Shelter Receives Young Leader Award
The Texas Woman’s Foundation Awards Stacy Johnson. - May 19, 2022 - Central Texas Table of Grace
Vesalio Announces Oversubscribed Class A Financing
Vesalio, an emerging leader in improving outcomes in patients with vascular occlusion, is proud to announce it has oversubscribed its Class A financing round. Solas BioVentures led the investment with participation by new and existing investors, including the recent addition of Orlando Health... - May 18, 2022 - Vesalio
Vicente Ferrer Foundation USA Welcomes Prem Gangalakunta to the Board
The Board of the Vicente Ferrer Foundation (VFF) USA wholeheartedly welcomes Prem Gangalakunta, a new trustee who will help support the Foundation’s work to empower rural communities in India. “We’re very excited to have Mr. Gangalakunta joining our Board,” said VFF USA... - May 18, 2022 - Vicente Ferrer Foundation USA
Clubhouse International Joins Second "Mental Health Action Day" Aims to Motivate People to Take Action for Better Mental Health
Setting the theme of "Connection," more than 1,400 companies and organizations will launch calls to action to address the surge of loneliness and isolation felt by millions as a result of the pandemic. - May 18, 2022 - Clubhouse International
National Institute for Fitness and Sport Partners with Wellzesta to Provide Expert Health & Fitness Content Through Their Engagement Platform for Senior Living Residents
The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) is pleased to announce a partnership with Wellzesta, a technology solutions company serving the eldercare industry with engagement and wellness platforms. Wellzesta Life, a senior living engagement & wellness software platform created by... - May 18, 2022 - NIFS
Over 70 Brussels Griffons Look Woofing Awesome in NYC Kentucky Derby Spectacular
The NYC Griffs, a Brussels Griffon dogs appreciation club, held the Kentucky Derby-themed event held on May 7th, 2022, to celebrate the visit and wedding of Texan Griffons and TikTok stars Twixie and Cowboy. Warning: Pictures of cute dogs a-plenty. Over 70 Brussels Griffon dogs in costumes were in... - May 18, 2022 - NYC Griffs
Rebuilding Together Day: 40 Years and Nearly 15,000 Homes Rebuilt in Houston
Rebuilding Together celebrated with elected officials, board members, corporate partners, staff, volunteers, and guests to recognize the 40th anniversary of the non-profit organization. The program included Mayor Sylvester Turner, Rebuilding Together Houston Founder Rob Mosbacher, Jr., and Rebuilding Together Houston CEO Christine Holland. They highlighted the work accomplished, which averages one family served every day for forty years Houston. - May 18, 2022 - Rebuilding Together Houston
My Possibilities Announces Groundbreaking of New Career Services Building
My Possibilities broke ground on their second building, the Career Services Building, powered by Bread Financial. - May 16, 2022 - My Possibilities
Global Surgical Expedition Set to Change Lives in Belize
A team of ten volunteers with Global Surgical Expedition will travel to Belize City on Saturday, May 14th to complete upwards of 40 surgical procedures for urological and gynecological patients of this underserved country. The week-long surgical mission will take place at Karl Heusner Memorial... - May 15, 2022 - Global Surgical Expedition
Tampa Crossroads Earns Esteemed CARF Accreditation
Tampa Crossroads has been awarded a three-year CARF Accreditation, the highest possible level of accreditation. Tampa Crossroads is accredited in six different areas related to behavioral health, employment, and homelessness and is one of only a select handful of organizations in Florida to have... - May 14, 2022 - Tampa Crossroads
The Bailey Foundation Hosts Its First Take Action Gala, Celebrates Its Work in the Community
The Bailey Foundation (TBF) is announcing its first Take Action Gala, which will take place June 26, 2022, from 6 pm to 10 pm at the Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa in St. Charles, MO. This will be an annual celebration of The Bailey Foundation’s work in the community and a fundraising event... - May 14, 2022 - The Bailey Foundation
Winners Announced for National S.T.E.M. League Finals for Ten80 Teams
Middle and High School STEM teams compete for custom trophies in event sponsored by Mouser. - May 13, 2022 - Ten80 Education LLC
Intrinsica Announces Innovation Acceleration Forum for Solving $528 Billion Dollar Medications Use Challenge
Today, Intrinsica Inc., a non-profit organization, announced the dates for the RAPID Alliance 2.0 Launch Meeting and Innovation Acceleration Forum for solving a $528 billion dollar medications use challenge affecting 200 million or more people in the US. The event is occurring on June 21 and 22, 2022, virtually. The event is designed to bring together a select group of leaders, scholars, innovators, funders, technologists, government leaders and others from across the US medications sector. - May 13, 2022 - Intrinsica, Inc.
Together We Rise is Raising Funds in Support of Foster Youth During Foster Care Awareness Month
This May, leading foster care non-profit Together We Rise is hosting virtual service projects and raising funds for essential resources during Foster Care Awareness Month. Foster Care Awareness Month helps bring attention to the struggles that over 430,000 children in foster care face. “1... - May 11, 2022 - Together We Rise
ShopWithScrip Rebrands as RaiseRight, Announces Lou Agnese as Chief Executive Officer
New Brand Better Reflects Company’s Superb Fundraising Experiences for Nonprofits and Community-Based Organizations. More than $800 Million Raised for 50,000 Organizations Nationwide. - May 11, 2022 - RaiseRight
Baillie Russell Brown Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the... - May 11, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Hosts Fill the Cove Fundraiser
Period supply drive and fundraiser to kick off Period Poverty Awareness Week. - May 11, 2022 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
The Cambria Hotel, Located in Shelby Township, Donated to the Blessings in a Backpack Organization
The Cambria Hotel, located in Shelby Township, donated to the Blessings in a Backpack organization. Blessings in a Backpack sends kids home on Fridays with a backpack full of satisfying and nourishing food. This organization's focus is to ensure the kids in Macomb County have nutritious meals over... - May 10, 2022 - Cambria Hotel
2022 Juneteenth Golf Classic Benefiting the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Partners with Dallas Mavericks as Presenting Sponsor
The Juneteenth Golf Classic is proud to announce the Dallas Mavericks as the presenting sponsor for the 2022 Juneteenth Golf Classic. The Classic will take place on Monday, June 20, 2022, at the Golf Club of Dallas. The Dallas Mavericks will support the 2022 Juneteenth Golf Classic under their Mavs... - May 10, 2022 - Juneteenth Golf Classic
NWA to Pack 285K Meals for Ukrainian Refugees
On June 4th, the nonprofit MULTIPLi will be spearheading an opportunity to pack 285k thousand meals for Ukrainian refugees. This event will take place at the Fayetteville Boys and Girls Club from 8am to 6pm in two-hour shifts. With the growing need of food insecurity and lack of resources for the Ukrainian refugees, MULTIPLi recognized an opportunity to step in and mobilize the people of NWA. - May 06, 2022 - MULTIPLI Global
Newfront Raises $15,000 for Ukraine Through Wellbeing for Peace
Last week, Newfront, a tech-enabled, full-service brokerage, partnered with Wellness Coach to sponsor a virtual community challenge that raised more than $15,000 in support of Ukraine. - May 05, 2022 - Newfront
Women Palante’s Second Dance-a-Thon Fundraiser: Helping Women Entrepreneurs Step Up Their Path to Success
Women Palante, a non-profit that helps Latina women to become entrepreneurs will be hosting a Dance-A-Thon fundraiser, to celebrate Mother's Day Month. The Dance-A-Thon will have expert dance instructors, food stalls, food trucks, a fun photo booth as well as a prize raffle from local sponsors. The event will take place on Sunday, May 15, 2022, from 10 am to 12 pm, at Stone Ridge School in Bethesda, Maryland. - May 04, 2022 - Women Palante
The ALS TDI Discovery Biology Suite Dedicated in Honor of Liz Bodine to Speed Drug Development in ALS
The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) and Augie’s Quest to Cure ALS are proud to honor the commitment of Liz Bodine to facilitate more effective ALS drug discovery at ALS TDI, the world’s most comprehensive drug discovery lab dedicated solely to ALS. - May 04, 2022 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Announcing the Florida Kings Hockey Club
New not-for-profit youth hockey organization formed with plans to join with Boca Ice and Fine Arts Center to bring world-class hockey instruction, development, and training to Florida's newest Ice Arena. - May 03, 2022 - Florida Kings Hockey Club, Inc.
Anna Gore to Lead Strategic Growth of Minor Use Foundation
Foundation to Expand Access to Key Agricultural Technologies for Global Food Security and Nutrition. - May 03, 2022 - Minor Use Foundation, Inc.
Cyclists Support ALS Research with 3-Day, 270-Mile Ride from Boston to Greenwich in Tri-State Trek
Hundreds of riders to join the ride to end ALS this June and raise funds for cutting-edge ALS research. ALS TDI has received a $100,000 match for all donations made to the Tri-State Trek through the month of May. - May 03, 2022 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Genesys Works Receives $35,000 Good Neighbor Grant from the Cooke Foundation
Genesys Works National Capital Region (GWNCR) has received a $35,000 grant from the Cooke Foundation to support pathways to college and career success for youth from under-resourced communities. - May 03, 2022 - Genesys Works
Teqball Supporting Utah Refugees with Donated Tables
The United States National Teqball Federation is supporting Refugee Soccer in its mission to provide opportunities and established community connections for refugees locally in Utah and across the USA. - May 02, 2022 - La Roca Futbol Club
Fight Fitness Helps Support Humanitarian Efforts in the Ukraine with Donation to the Canadian Red Cross
Fight Fitness, a leading provider of group fitness and personal training and proponent to end the violence in the Ukraine is supporting the humanitarian efforts with a donation of $855 to the Canadian Red Cross. The Canadian Red Cross helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in... - April 30, 2022 - Fight Fitness
Volunteer MBC Marks 2022 National Volunteer Week with Youthful Virtual V-Oscars Awards and Flag-Raising Ceremony at Mississauga City Hall
To kick off National Volunteer Week, Volunteer MBC hosted its first ever flag-raising ceremony at Mississauga Celebration Square this past Sunday. The City of Mississauga also honoured the occasion by lighting the clock tower green at night. Three days prior, Volunteer MBC livestreamed the 2022... - April 30, 2022 - Volunteer MBC
A Funky Night Out - House Party to Benefit Savage Support
Savage Support, a volunteer-based Milwaukee nonprofit that provides practical aid to breast cancer fighters, is hosting their first in-person Annual Fundraiser since the Pre-Pan days. Friday, May 20 from 6-10 pm, DJ AD Entertainment from Chicago will spin records from the '70s & '80s at 1630 W. - April 29, 2022 - Savage Support Corp.
GoodCharlie Announces the Launch of Its Free Electricity Sweepstakes
New Breed of Energy Provider GoodCharlie Announces the Launch of its Free Electricity Sweepstakes. - April 29, 2022 - GoodCharlie
PCV Murcor Employees and PCV|VRM Seeds of Hope Donates to Ukraine Relief
PCV Murcor's nonprofit, PCV|VRM Seeds of Hope, is pleased to share that it has matched employee donations to support Ukraine relief. - April 27, 2022 - PCV Murcor
Saint Louis Closet Co. Plans Donation to Infant Loss Resources
Thanks to Saint Louis Closet Co.’s give-back program, Closets for a Cause, a portion of their May profits will be going towards Infant Loss Resources (formerly SIDS Resources). The nonprofit’s mission is to promote safe sleep practices and provide grief support to families who have lost... - April 27, 2022 - Saint Louis Closet Co.
“Fight ALS Film Fest” Aims to Shine a Spotlight on the World of ALS
Films explore universal themes of life-changing diseases through examination of ALS. Films and dialogue aim to improve understanding, uplift those affected, and expand the community. - April 25, 2022 - ALS Therapy Development Institute