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.
Optivate Solutions Launches Optavue, a Website Intelligence Tool Built for Nonprofits
Optivate Solutions today announced the launch of Optavue, a website intelligence tool designed specifically for nonprofit organizations. Optavue provides an easy-to-understand snapshot of website accessibility, security, and technical health, helping nonprofit leaders quickly identify risks, prioritize improvements, and make informed decisions without the cost or complexity of a full audit. - January 26, 2026 - Optivate Solutions Inc
Johnnie T. Melia Moving Named 2025 Mover of the Year by Move For Hunger
National Van Lines is proud to announce that agent Johnnie T. Melia Moving was awarded 2025 Mover of the Year by Move For Hunger. Move For Hunger is a national nonprofit organization that works with moving companies to reduce food waste and fight hunger by collecting and donating surplus food... - January 25, 2026 - National Van Lines
Chetu Foundation Completes Second Phase of 2025 Winter Gear Drive, Providing Vital Support to Local Communities
Chetu Team Members Distribute "Warmth and Relief" to Noida Families - January 24, 2026 - Chetu Inc.
GayVeteransUS Inc. Proudly Announces Their New Web Community for LGBTQ Elder Veterans
Honor. Dignity. Community. A welcoming space where LGBTQ elder veterans and their allies can come together to share stories, build new friendships, and reconnect with the camaraderie of service. The Facebook group offers a relaxed, judgment‑free environment to socialize and connect over shared experiences across generations. - January 23, 2026 - William G. Kibler
Musicians Around the World Help Songwriter Battle Lyme Disease and Fund Research
Steve Ehrlich, a Chronic Lyme Disease patient, has assembled 25 professional musicians from 10 countries to record music he wrote from his living room sofa. The music can be found on Going Places, a contemporary jazz album performed by Ehrlich's virtual collective, The Inter Section. All proceeds from the album will be used to fund Lyme Disease research. The album, which features vibrant melodies and rhythms from Latin America, Africa and the Mediterranean, is available on all streaming apps. - January 23, 2026 - Inter Section Music
P.O.W.E.R. Member Marcie Manfredonia to Host “Building A Cure” Fundraising Gala Benefiting the American Cancer Society
The P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) community is proud to announce that member Marcie Manfredonia, trailblazing entrepreneur and passionate cancer advocate, will be hosting the “Building A Cure” Fundraising Gala on Friday, March 13, 2026, at... - January 22, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Jazz Power Initiative Excited to Welcome Donnie Atis to the Board of Directors
Donnie Atis, Senior Vice President and Head of Bank and Broker Dealer Experience at Global Atlantic, joins Jazz Power Initiative Board. - January 21, 2026 - WBGO
Fallout 76 Content Creators Go All-in for Charity at El Gato Pub Poker Invitational
El Gato Pub is excited to announce the first-ever Gato Pub Poker Invitational, kicking off the “From Paw to Plate” charity campaign in support of Feeding America. This high-stakes event brings together Fallout 76 content creators for a lively poker tournament during Helvetia’s... - January 20, 2026 - El Gato Pub
St. Petersburg Foundation Marks Groundbreaking of Reimagined Science Center, Launches Capital Campaign
The St. Petersburg Foundation joined local, state, and federal leaders Friday to celebrate the official groundbreaking of the reimagined St. Petersburg Science Center, formally launching a capital campaign to support the facility’s redevelopment and long-term future. The ceremony brought... - January 14, 2026 - St. Petersburg Foundation
LaVarne A. Burton – New Chair of Nation’s Largest Kidney Care Coalition – Outlines 2026 Kidney Community Priorities
Burton to Focus on Supporting Patient Choice, Expanding Access to Innovative Treatments to Improve Patient-Centric Kidney Care - January 13, 2026 - Kidney Care Partners
CanVeer Biopharma Launches Validation Program for Flagship Neonatal Therapeutic and Appoints Executive Team
CanVeer announces the launch of the validation program for its flagship product, AlveoShield™ (Investigational New Drug). The program targets preterm newborns with or at risk of developing bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). Bronchopulmonary dysplasia is a chronic respiratory disease affecting preterm neonates who require assisted ventilation. AlveoShield™ is designed to potentially prevent and treat BPD. CanVeer also announces the appointment of Sherif Louis as CEO and Behzad Yeganeh as CSO. - January 13, 2026 - CanVeer Biopharma Inc.
Professional Dance Network (PDN) Announces "Treasures of the World," a Celebration of Global Culture
A cultural festival is scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The event will celebrate dance, music, food, and arts representing various global cultures. Admission to the festival grounds is free. A Cultural Dance Performance, a central feature of the day, will begin at 3:00 PM at the James Armstrong Theatre. - January 12, 2026 - Professional Dance Network
Alivia Care, Inc., Parent Company of Community Hospice & Palliative Care, Announces Annie Tuttle as Vice President of Community Impact & Philanthropy
Alivia Care, Inc., the parent organization for Community Hospice & Palliative Care, has appointed Annie Tuttle as Vice President of Community Impact & Philanthropy. In this role, Tuttle will provide strategic leadership for philanthropy, donor engagement, and community partnerships that... - January 09, 2026 - Alivia Care, Inc.
Bolst Earns B Corp Certification as a Community-Invested Real Estate Brokerage
Bolst, a community focused real estate brokerage in Atlanta, GA, has earned B Corp Certification, recognizing its commitment to accountability, transparency, and social impact. The certification reflects Bolst’s integrated approach to real estate, where community investment and access to homeownership are embedded into its business model reinforcing a higher standard of responsibility to clients, agents, and the communities it serves. - January 08, 2026 - Bolst, Inc
P. Frank Vasquez Named a Professional of the Year for 2026 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
P. Frank Vasquez of Trenton, New Jersey, has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2026 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for his significant expertise and leadership in the nonprofit field. About P. Frank Vasquez P. Frank Vasquez is the founder and director of In Search of Hope, a... - January 07, 2026 - Strathmore Worldwide
GayVeteransUS Inc. Proudly Announces Their New Digital Coffee Shop
Brew. Support. Honor. A digital coffee house with a mission. Visitors will find GayVeterans.us curates exceptional beans, quality gear, and the warm, welcoming vibes of a community that looks out for its own. 100% of net proceeds support LGBTQ+ Veterans. Every cup fuels connection, visibility, and pride. - January 06, 2026 - William G. Kibler
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Names Doris O. Iheagwam a Featured Member
Doris O. Iheagwam of Brooklyn, New York has been named a Featured Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of social services. About Doris O. Iheagwam Doris O. - January 06, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Names Tammy L. Mclaughlin a VIP for Winter 2026
Tammy L. McLaughlin of Reeds Spring, Missouri has been named a VIP for Winter 2026 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious honor acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare and recovery services. - January 06, 2026 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Almost Unbelievable - A fathers will to fight
Almost Unbelievable tells the real-life redemption story of Daniel Dorsett, who lost everything — his career, home, and access to his children — before clawing his way back to full custody and statewide impact. His nonprofit work now serves thousands of at-risk youth across California. - December 23, 2025 - Almost Unbelievable Book
Dr. Nagesh Borse Joins ICHRRF International Advisory Board
The ICHRRF is very pleased to welcome Dr. Nagesh Borse to the ICHRRF International Advisory Board. He brings with him tremendous scholarship and professional expertise. He will serve as a beacon of hope, guidance and determination for social justice, ethical governance, public health, equitable... - December 23, 2025 - ICHRRF
AmpleHarvest.org Wins Silver Anthem Award for Innovation in Hunger Relief
AmpleHarvest.org has received a Silver Anthem Award for its work reducing food waste and improving nutrition nationwide. With a staff of four, the nonprofit connects gardeners to food pantries across all 50 states using a zero-logistics model. Its award-winning video highlights how local garden surplus feeds families in over 5,800 communities. - December 19, 2025 - AmpleHarvest.org
FEP Q3 2025 Data Demonstrates Fundraising Strength and Early Signs of Donor Stabilization
Q3 2025 fundraising data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), released today, shows continued strength in charitable giving, with total dollars raised increasing an estimated 3.7% year over year (YOY) after adjusting for late data. The overall rate of donor decline has slowed compared... - December 18, 2025 - GivingTuesday
National Van Lines Delivers Holiday Cheer with Aspire Partnership
Employees and agents “play Santa” by donating and delivering gifts to individuals with disabilities in Aspire’s Community Homes. - December 18, 2025 - National Van Lines
Community PēdsCare®, an Alivia Care, Inc. Subsidiary, Brings Holiday Magic to Children and Families at Candy Cane Christmas
Community PēdsCare®, an Alivia Care, Inc. subsidiary, and a pediatric palliative and hospice program of Community Hospice & Palliative Care for children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, recently hosted its Candy Cane Christmas holiday celebration for patients and their... - December 18, 2025 - Alivia Care, Inc.
Marketing Angle to Exhibit at FarmCon 2026, Showcasing Proven Strategies for Rural Business Growth and Outreach
Marketing Angle, a full-service marketing agency focused on rural growth, will be an exhibitor at FarmCon 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri, this January. Known for its data-driven strategies and passion for supporting businesses in agriculture and conservation, Marketing Angle brings real-world success stories to the table—making them a standout resource for startups, established brands, and nonprofits alike. - December 16, 2025 - Marketing Angle
Georgia’s Faith Leaders Honor Champions of New State Law Securing Death Penalty Protections for the Intellectually Disabled
The Georgia Interfaith Public Policy Center announces its 2025 Legislator and Advocate of the Year honorees, recognizing the champions behind the Georgia death penalty reform bill enacted this year aimed at ensuring that no person with an intellectual disability is subject to the death penalty in the State of Georgia. - December 11, 2025 - GIPPC
P.O.W.E.R. Officially Launches New Association and Coalition to Expose Fraud, Protect Workers, and Restore Fairness in California’s Temporary Staffing Industry
Today, POWER proudly announces its official launch as a laser-focused non-profit organized to take direct action against fraud and criminal activity in California’s temporary staffing industry. - December 10, 2025 - Partnership Organization for Workplace Ethics and Reform
The Ways and Means Marketing Inc. Launches No-Cost Marketing Resources for Associations
The Ways and Means Marketing Inc., a digital marketing agency for associations, is providing practical guidance and no-cost resources to help associations strengthen membership growth, engagement, and overall strategy. The release details how the agency leverages decades of experience supporting associations in Canada, the U.S., and internationally, and offers tools and insights that deliver immediate value to association leaders. - December 03, 2025 - The Ways and Means Marketing Inc.
Waident Technology Solutions Hosts Second Givemas to Support Naperville Nonprofits and Volunteers
Waident Technology Solutions announces the return of Givemas, a community initiative supporting Naperville-area nonprofits. On December 4, Waident’s Naperville office will host a free pop-up shop offering overstock goods to nonprofit staff and volunteers. The 2025 event expands on last year’s success, which distributed items to 12 organizations. - December 03, 2025 - Waident Technology Solutions
Chetu Foundation Feeds and Cares for Communities in India
Chetu’s Philanthropy Supports Education and Humanitarian Aid - December 03, 2025 - Chetu Inc.
53rd Annual North End Christmas Parade Presented by the North End Athletic Association Sunday December 14, 2025
For the 53rd year, the North End Athletic Association will bring Santa to visit the residents of the North End. Santa will arrive by helicopter on Sunday December 14, 2025 at 12:30pm at the Christopher Columbus Park on Atlantic Avenue. - December 02, 2025 - North End Athletic Association
Nation’s Largest Kidney Care Coalition Elects New Leadership to Represent Policy Priorities Impacting Patients, Kidney Care
Kidney Care Partners (KCP)—the nation’s largest non-profit, non-partisan kidney care coalition representing patients, dialysis professionals, physicians, nurses, researchers, therapeutic innovators, transplant coordinators, and manufacturers—today announced that Keith A. - December 01, 2025 - Kidney Care Partners
Alabama Cold Case Advocacy Announces the Launch of Operation Safe Return
Alabama Cold Case Advocacy has launched Operation Safe Return, a statewide initiative placing verified missing children and vulnerable adults on digital and static billboards across Alabama. The project aims to increase public visibility, generate new leads, and support families and investigators through community awareness. Fundraising is underway to support the first round of billboard placements, expected to begin in January 2026. - November 30, 2025 - Alabama Cold Case Advocacy
Adopt-A-Senior: Spreading Joy to Seniors Across the Midwest This Holiday Season
Omega Senior Living and Weigand-Omega announce the launch of the 8th annual Adopt-A-Senior drive, an initiative powered by the My Neighbor’s Keeper Foundation. - November 27, 2025 - Omega Senior Living
Pure Roofing Opens New Office in Manassas, VA — A Blueprint for Employee Culture, Growth, and Community Impact
Pure Roofing has opened a new office in Manassas, VA, featuring an employee-focused space with an indoor basketball court and entertainment area. The new location serves as the model for the company’s Market Hub Expansion Plan. Pure Roofing is also supporting the community through a local food drive and by donating a free roof to a U.S. Army veteran through partnerships with Habitat for Humanity and Owens Corning. - November 25, 2025 - Pure Roofing
Relentless Positivity Fitness Hosts Charity "Iron Bowl Fitness Challenge" to Benefit Families in Need
Free Community Workout on November 29 Invites Alabama and Auburn Fans to Compete Through Giving - November 25, 2025 - Relentless Positivity Fitness
DOGTV and Washington Commanders’ Jacob Martin Encourage Families to Foster a Pet This Holiday Season
DOGTV, the global leader in dog-centric programming, today announced the launch of its new holiday PSA starring Jake Martin, linebacker for the Washington Commanders and passionate rescue advocate. This year’s message is simple, urgent, and filled with heart: Foster a pet this holiday season,... - November 17, 2025 - DOGTV
Botanical Advocacy and Education (BAE) Launches to Promote Pure, Safe and Natural Solutions for Public Health
Botanical Advocacy and Education’s goal is to educate all people to the truth about botanicals. BAE is a Nonprofit that has been formed to reenergize Grassroots Advocacy and Education for the purpose of protecting the right of all American adults to use natural, unadulterated Botanicals for the purposes they choose. - November 17, 2025 - Botanical Advocacy and Education
Foster Love Receives $50,000 Grant from Foxwynd Foundation to Support Housing Stability for Transition-Age Youth
Combined $100,000 Initiative Will Strengthen Housing Support and Homelessness Prevention for Youth Transitioning Out of Foster Care. Foster Love announces the Foxwynd Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to strengthen housing stability for young adults transitioning out of the foster care system... - November 17, 2025 - Foster Love
Shop Local, Give Local: Diverse Hampton Roads Releases 2025 Holiday Guide Highlighting Diverse Small Businesses and Community-Based Nonprofits
Diverse Hampton Roads has released its 2025 Holiday Guide, a digital publication celebrating diverse small businesses and grassroots nonprofits across Hampton Roads. The guide features ten local businesses and organizations, personal holiday traditions, and ways to support local through shopping, giving, and community connection this season. - November 17, 2025 - Diverse Hampton Roads
Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra Renews Contract with Maestro Dane Lam as Music and Artistic Director
The Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra (HSO) is proud to announce the renewal of Music and Artistic Director Dane Lam’s contract, reaffirming the Orchestra’s commitment to artistic excellence and dynamic leadership under his baton and anchoring a lasting, wide-reaching partnership through June 2031. Since assuming the role in July 2023, Lam has brought fresh energy, international perspective, and visionary programming to Hawaiʻi’s only professional symphony. - November 14, 2025 - Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra
The Human-Animal Alliance Awards $15,000 to PAWS NY to Help People and Pets in Need
The grant will go towards funding critical programs PAWS NY provides to preserve the human-animal bond. - November 14, 2025 - PAWS NY
"Feztival" of Trees
The Tomball German Christmas Market will host a forest of beautifully decorated Christmas trees with gifts that you can win. - November 13, 2025 - Bayou City Children's Fund
Pack the Pantry Food Drive Raises Over 30,000 Meals for Local Community College Students
Food pantries on local community college campuses are about to get a big boost just on time for the upcoming holidays, and to help make up for expected federal food aid cutbacks. The 7th annual Pack the Pantry virtual food drive raised $16,819 in the month of October, which will provide more than... - November 12, 2025 - California Coast Credit Union
Major Gift to Fund University Scholarships for Graduates of The Cambodia Academy
A generous benefactor who wishes to remain anonymous has donated USD $150,000 to establish a university scholarship program for graduates, opening the door for talented young people from rural communities to pursue higher education and realize their full potential. - November 10, 2025 - Cambodia Academy (501c3)
Chicago Artist Stephanie Blahut Launches Waveflowers: Resin and Reuse Art Inspired by the Great Lakes
Waveflowers, founded by artist Stephanie Blahut, transforms materials found through beach cleanups into resin and mixed media art that celebrates the beauty of conservation. - November 07, 2025 - Waveflowers
Swensons Drive-Ins Launches Free Kid’s Meal Program to Support Ohio Families During SNAP Delays
Swensons Drive-In Restaurants has launched a temporary free kids’ meal program in response to recent SNAP benefit delays affecting Ohio families. From November 5–12, youth 18 and under can receive a free meal at any Swensons location with presentation of a SNAP/EBT card. The initiative underscores Swensons’ long-standing commitment to supporting local communities and ensuring access to warm, reliable meals during times of need. - November 05, 2025 - Swensons Drive-In Restaurants
P. Frank Vasquez Honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Frank Vasquez of Trenton, New Jersey has been recognized as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for his significant expertise and leadership in the nonprofit field. About P. Frank Vasquez P. Frank Vasquez serves as nonprofit director, social worker, and founder of In... - November 05, 2025 - Strathmore Worldwide
TPAPT Announces 2025 National Conference: AI and the Future of Tutoring
Independent tutors and test prep professionals gather to navigate the industry’s most disruptive year in a decade. The Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring (TPAPT) today announced its 2025 Winter Virtual Conference, AI and the Future of Tutoring, to be held online from December 11 and 12, 2025. - November 04, 2025 - TPAPT
Fundraising Effectiveness Project Data for Q2 2025 Shows Increases in Dollars Raised, Suggesting Potential Donor Growth Stability
Q2 2025 fundraising data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), released today, shows an increase of 2.9% in total dollars raised by nonprofits compared to 2024 levels, driven largely by larger gifts. Despite the rise in total dollars, the number of donors declined by 1.9%... - October 30, 2025 - GivingTuesday