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Marguerite Casey Foundation, Marguerite Casey Foundation, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Skoll Foundation, Target Foundation, Ford Foundation, Philadelphia Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation
"The US creative economy was most recently valued at over $1 trillion by the National Endowment for the Arts," per a press release, "even before considering film, fashion, video games, beauty, food, and other key commercial creative industries." Now, thanks to a $15 million investment from 14
"The US creative economy was most recently valued at over $1 trillion by the National Endowment for the Arts," per a press release, "even before considering film, fashion, video games, beauty, food, and other key commercial creative industries." Now, thanks to a $15 million investment from 14
Lancaster County Community Foundation
In 2024, Lancaster County, Pa., will celebrate the 100th anniversary of a group of "visionaries" who "came together to shape a better future for Lancaster County," says Sam Bressi, president and CEO of the Lancaster County Community Foundation. To mark the occasion, the foundation is awarding
In 2024, Lancaster County, Pa., will celebrate the 100th anniversary of a group of "visionaries" who "came together to shape a better future for Lancaster County," says Sam Bressi, president and CEO of the Lancaster County Community Foundation. To mark the occasion, the foundation is awarding
California Community Foundation, California Endowment
Ava DuVernay financed her latest film with money from the Giving Pledgean initiative of the California Endowment, the largest US foundation to commit its entire $4 billion portfolio to social and environmental causesand on May 9, she'll discuss the film's funding model with Miguel A. Santana,
Ava DuVernay financed her latest film with money from the Giving Pledgean initiative of the California Endowment, the largest US foundation to commit its entire $4 billion portfolio to social and environmental causesand on May 9, she'll discuss the film's funding model with Miguel A. Santana,
Silicon Valley Community Foundation, California Endowment
In 2024, Los Angeles will host the Mission Investors Exchange 2024 National Conference, an annual conference that brings together more than 750 philanthropy and impact investing leaders from across the country. This year's theme: " investing in social and environmental change at a time when the
In 2024, Los Angeles will host the Mission Investors Exchange 2024 National Conference, an annual conference that brings together more than 750 philanthropy and impact investing leaders from across the country. This year's theme: " investing in social and environmental change at a time when the
Citi Foundation
"To the youth, I urge you to be proactive, resilient, and persistent on your entrepreneurial journey," says the UN's resident representative in the Philippines. "Make your voices heard, take up space, and explore the multitude of opportunities." Quartz reports 41 young people under the age
"To the youth, I urge you to be proactive, resilient, and persistent on your entrepreneurial journey," says the UN's resident representative in the Philippines. "Make your voices heard, take up space, and explore the multitude of opportunities." Quartz reports 41 young people under the age
National Philanthropic Trust
Donor-advised funds, which allow donors to store money in a private account and have it directed to charities without having to set up a private foundation, are a popular way to donate in the US. They're also a hot topic in Canada, where they're being criticized for taking advantage of tax
Donor-advised funds, which allow donors to store money in a private account and have it directed to charities without having to set up a private foundation, are a popular way to donate in the US. They're also a hot topic in Canada, where they're being criticized for taking advantage of tax
Community Foundation of Southern Indiana
"When you see the kids interacting and them building communitythat's what it is," says Camp Quality Kentuckiana executive director Eddie Bobbitt. "It's bigger than fishing and pie fights." The nonprofit is one of 17 organizations in southern Indiana to receive grants from the Community
"When you see the kids interacting and them building communitythat's what it is," says Camp Quality Kentuckiana executive director Eddie Bobbitt. "It's bigger than fishing and pie fights." The nonprofit is one of 17 organizations in southern Indiana to receive grants from the Community
Kresge Foundation, Tow Foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies
"There's no real reason why the arts, health, and science shouldn't be much more highly integrated," says Lear deBessonet, a Tony-nominated theater director and co-director of the One Nation One Project. That's why she and Nataki Garrett, a co-artistic directors for the project, are behind the
"There's no real reason why the arts, health, and science shouldn't be much more highly integrated," says Lear deBessonet, a Tony-nominated theater director and co-director of the One Nation One Project. That's why she and Nataki Garrett, a co-artistic directors for the project, are behind the
Community Giving Foundation
"There's one simple statement that we see a lotthat is 'be kind,'" said Kara Seesholtz, CEO of the Community Giving Foundation, after students from 15 school districts in central Pennsylvania handed out $75,000 in grants Thursday. Students in the foundation's Youth in Philanthropy program
"There's one simple statement that we see a lotthat is 'be kind,'" said Kara Seesholtz, CEO of the Community Giving Foundation, after students from 15 school districts in central Pennsylvania handed out $75,000 in grants Thursday. Students in the foundation's Youth in Philanthropy program
Hawaii Community Foundation
If you're in your 60s or older and looking for adult day care in Maui, you're in luck. The nonprofit Maui Adult Day Care Centers lost its West Maui Center in the Lahaina fire last August, but thanks to generous donors, the cost of care at the Central Maui center and transportation from West
If you're in your 60s or older and looking for adult day care in Maui, you're in luck. The nonprofit Maui Adult Day Care Centers lost its West Maui Center in the Lahaina fire last August, but thanks to generous donors, the cost of care at the Central Maui center and transportation from West
Rockefeller Foundation
John Kerry has a new gig, and it's not as high-profile as his old one, but he's still making headlines for it. The former secretary of state announced Tuesday that he'll serve as honorary chair of the Energy Transition Accelerator, which aims to raise private capital to help developing
John Kerry has a new gig, and it's not as high-profile as his old one, but he's still making headlines for it. The former secretary of state announced Tuesday that he'll serve as honorary chair of the Energy Transition Accelerator, which aims to raise private capital to help developing
Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina will get $2,000 to help with its mentoring program, while the Black Mountain Counseling Center will get $5,000 to provide mental health services to people with low incomes, reports the Asheville Citizen-Times. The news comes via the McDowell
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina will get $2,000 to help with its mentoring program, while the Black Mountain Counseling Center will get $5,000 to provide mental health services to people with low incomes, reports the Asheville Citizen-Times. The news comes via the McDowell
Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
In North Carolina's Haywood County, water is a local matter. Every stream, stream, and even the Pigeon River begin their journey downstream as springs, rainfall, or runoff accumulate high in the mountains. "No water enters the county, it only exits," says Preston Jacobsen, executive director
In North Carolina's Haywood County, water is a local matter. Every stream, stream, and even the Pigeon River begin their journey downstream as springs, rainfall, or runoff accumulate high in the mountains. "No water enters the county, it only exits," says Preston Jacobsen, executive director
Community Foundation of Fayette County
Brennan Wagner-Malia popped up from his seat with candlestick props on his arms as he performed Beauty and the Beast's opening lines from Disney's Beauty and the Beast. As the song progressed, more Main Street Theatre Company performers rose from their seats to join at the front of the room,
Brennan Wagner-Malia popped up from his seat with candlestick props on his arms as he performed Beauty and the Beast's opening lines from Disney's Beauty and the Beast. As the song progressed, more Main Street Theatre Company performers rose from their seats to join at the front of the room,
Community Foundation of the Central Blue Ridge
"We are very grateful anytime any organization, especially one as important as the Youth Philanthropy Council, takes the time to look at what we're doing." That's how the executive director of the River City Bread Basket sums up the work of Virginia's Youth Philanthropy Council, a program
"We are very grateful anytime any organization, especially one as important as the Youth Philanthropy Council, takes the time to look at what we're doing." That's how the executive director of the River City Bread Basket sums up the work of Virginia's Youth Philanthropy Council, a program
Rockefeller Foundation
Southeast Asia needs to ramp up its energy transition, and a new grant from the Rockefeller Foundation is going to help the Institute for Environment and Sustainability at Singapore's National University of Singapore do just that. The two-year, $370,000 grant will help the IES create a new
Southeast Asia needs to ramp up its energy transition, and a new grant from the Rockefeller Foundation is going to help the Institute for Environment and Sustainability at Singapore's National University of Singapore do just that. The two-year, $370,000 grant will help the IES create a new
Rockefeller Foundation, Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is honoring five people for their "extensive community involvement, philanthropic endeavors, and exemplary service to the community," per a release. The recipients of the university's Chancellor's Scholarship Gala are: Rebecca Pittillo: President of the
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is honoring five people for their "extensive community involvement, philanthropic endeavors, and exemplary service to the community," per a release. The recipients of the university's Chancellor's Scholarship Gala are: Rebecca Pittillo: President of the
New York Community Trust
Nearly 5,000 kids in the New York area will get a boost in their academic and sports lives thanks to the Heisman Trophy Fund for Youth Development. The fund, a partnership between the Heisman Trophy Trust and the New York Community Trust, awarded $1.2 million in grants this month, NBC New York
Nearly 5,000 kids in the New York area will get a boost in their academic and sports lives thanks to the Heisman Trophy Fund for Youth Development. The fund, a partnership between the Heisman Trophy Trust and the New York Community Trust, awarded $1.2 million in grants this month, NBC New York
Topeka Community Foundation
"God's people deserve a peaceful, quiet, and secure place to stay." Those are the words of Reden Jalosjos, co-owner of Reden Construction, as he breaks the ground on a new 25-unit affordable housing complex in Topeka, Kan., per WIBW. The project, which will be paid for with a $300,000 loan
"God's people deserve a peaceful, quiet, and secure place to stay." Those are the words of Reden Jalosjos, co-owner of Reden Construction, as he breaks the ground on a new 25-unit affordable housing complex in Topeka, Kan., per WIBW. The project, which will be paid for with a $300,000 loan
Community Foundation of Broward
Ten nonprofit organizations in South Florida are getting a total of $300,000 in grants thanks to a new fund meant to fight discrimination in the LGBTQ community. The Our Fund Foundation and the Community Foundation of Broward announced the recipients of the 2024 LGBTQ+ Social Justice & Equity
Ten nonprofit organizations in South Florida are getting a total of $300,000 in grants thanks to a new fund meant to fight discrimination in the LGBTQ community. The Our Fund Foundation and the Community Foundation of Broward announced the recipients of the 2024 LGBTQ+ Social Justice & Equity
Whitefish Community Foundation
"Through our collective efforts, we're not just providing financial support, but we're investing in Montana's vitality and resilience." That from Mike Smith, president of Glacier Bank, which along with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines awarded $190,000 in grants to 17 nonprofit
"Through our collective efforts, we're not just providing financial support, but we're investing in Montana's vitality and resilience." That from Mike Smith, president of Glacier Bank, which along with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines awarded $190,000 in grants to 17 nonprofit
Porter County Community Foundation
The Porter County Community Foundation has awarded $232,184 in grants to 33 Northwest Indiana nonprofit organizations. Among the recipients: 4th Street Theater, $4,000 to support an upstairs HVAC unit; Beverly Shores Museum and Art Gallery, $1,700 to support "Learning the Land: Stewarding
The Porter County Community Foundation has awarded $232,184 in grants to 33 Northwest Indiana nonprofit organizations. Among the recipients: 4th Street Theater, $4,000 to support an upstairs HVAC unit; Beverly Shores Museum and Art Gallery, $1,700 to support "Learning the Land: Stewarding
Central Valley Community Foundation
"California has a unique opportunity to further its efforts to build a'regions' approach to development that brings together goals surrounding economy, equity, and environment," says Ashley Swearengin, former mayor of Fresno and current president and CEO of the Central Valley Community Foundation,
"California has a unique opportunity to further its efforts to build a'regions' approach to development that brings together goals surrounding economy, equity, and environment," says Ashley Swearengin, former mayor of Fresno and current president and CEO of the Central Valley Community Foundation,
Bloomberg Philanthropies
A small Canadian town is getting $50,000 to help its youth fight climate change, the CBC reports. "We are super excited about this, because we are one out of 100 municipalities in the world that have received this," Andrea Matrosovs, mayor of the town of The Blue Mountains in southern Ontario,
A small Canadian town is getting $50,000 to help its youth fight climate change, the CBC reports. "We are super excited about this, because we are one out of 100 municipalities in the world that have received this," Andrea Matrosovs, mayor of the town of The Blue Mountains in southern Ontario,
Lawrence County Community Foundation
The Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County is in need of new playground equipment, and the community is coming together to make that happen. The club is asking for donations, and the Lawrence County Community Foundation is now accepting online applications for its 2024 Open Grant Cycle, the
The Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County is in need of new playground equipment, and the community is coming together to make that happen. The club is asking for donations, and the Lawrence County Community Foundation is now accepting online applications for its 2024 Open Grant Cycle, the
Rhode Island Foundation
"We want to hear what matters most to you." That's the message from the president and CEO of the Rhode Island Foundation, which is hosting a series of community dinners across the state to hear what residents have to say about issues in their communities. "Your input is a way for us to
"We want to hear what matters most to you." That's the message from the president and CEO of the Rhode Island Foundation, which is hosting a series of community dinners across the state to hear what residents have to say about issues in their communities. "Your input is a way for us to
Community Foundation of Jackson Hole
Jackson Hole, Wyo., is famous for its annual Old Bill's Fun Run, but this year's event will have a new nameand a new purpose. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports the race will be held Sept. 7 this year, instead of its usual Sept. 7 this year. Bill Charney, the 78-year-old founder of
Jackson Hole, Wyo., is famous for its annual Old Bill's Fun Run, but this year's event will have a new nameand a new purpose. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports the race will be held Sept. 7 this year, instead of its usual Sept. 7 this year. Bill Charney, the 78-year-old founder of
Changemakers
The US may be the world's top emitter of carbon dioxide, but the European Union is No. 1 when it comes to researching and developing green technologies. In fact, the EU is No. 1 when it comes to funding green technologies, with the EU's research and innovation fund clocking in at more
The US may be the world's top emitter of carbon dioxide, but the European Union is No. 1 when it comes to researching and developing green technologies. In fact, the EU is No. 1 when it comes to funding green technologies, with the EU's research and innovation fund clocking in at more
Luzerne Foundation
"Clearly nobody likes her," joked the president of Pennsylvania Banking for Community Bank at a recent awards dinner in Luzerne County, Pa., where a woman received the Volunteer Community Champion award. Stacey Kile, who works for Geisinger Health Plan, is "extremely dedicated and motivated
"Clearly nobody likes her," joked the president of Pennsylvania Banking for Community Bank at a recent awards dinner in Luzerne County, Pa., where a woman received the Volunteer Community Champion award. Stacey Kile, who works for Geisinger Health Plan, is "extremely dedicated and motivated
Winona Community Foundation
The Benedictine Foundation of Winona, Minn., has given $57,601 to 10 local nonprofits. Among the recipients: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region: $2,500 to expand the youth mentoring program in Winona by training more mentors. Engage Winona: $4,550 to host a series of educational
The Benedictine Foundation of Winona, Minn., has given $57,601 to 10 local nonprofits. Among the recipients: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region: $2,500 to expand the youth mentoring program in Winona by training more mentors. Engage Winona: $4,550 to host a series of educational
Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
The Fund for Mitchell County in western North Carolina has given more than $860,000 to local nonprofits since it was established in 1999, and this year it has given out $30,930 to 10 organizations, the Asheville Citizen-Times reports. "Building an endowment for Mitchell County has allowed us to
The Fund for Mitchell County in western North Carolina has given more than $860,000 to local nonprofits since it was established in 1999, and this year it has given out $30,930 to 10 organizations, the Asheville Citizen-Times reports. "Building an endowment for Mitchell County has allowed us to
California Community Foundation, San Diego Foundation
The San Diego Foundation is calling for proposals for its 2024 Community Scholars Initiative grant program, which aims to fund "high-impact projects that support students with disabilities, foster students experiencing homelessness, and English language learners," the San Diego Union-Tribune
The San Diego Foundation is calling for proposals for its 2024 Community Scholars Initiative grant program, which aims to fund "high-impact projects that support students with disabilities, foster students experiencing homelessness, and English language learners," the San Diego Union-Tribune
Bloomberg Philanthropies
"Climate change is an all-hands-on-deck challenge, and it's critical that young peoplewho have the most at stakehelp lead the way," says Michael Bloomberg, UN Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions and 108th mayor of New York City. That's why Bloomberg Philanthropies is giving $50,000
"Climate change is an all-hands-on-deck challenge, and it's critical that young peoplewho have the most at stakehelp lead the way," says Michael Bloomberg, UN Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions and 108th mayor of New York City. That's why Bloomberg Philanthropies is giving $50,000
Community Foundation of Sarasota County
"We offer a two-week learn to sail class and learn to race class every fall and so this is the culmination for those who just graduated from the class in the fall to participate on a big time level," says Linda Tiffin, co-chair of the Florida Women's Sailing Association's 50th anniversary Rainbow
"We offer a two-week learn to sail class and learn to race class every fall and so this is the culmination for those who just graduated from the class in the fall to participate on a big time level," says Linda Tiffin, co-chair of the Florida Women's Sailing Association's 50th anniversary Rainbow
Gates Foundation
"The rapid pace of innovation in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and more is opening new doors for progress in global health." That's the takeaway from the International Center for Journalists, which on Tuesday announced the 11 journalists and academics who have been selected to serve
"The rapid pace of innovation in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and more is opening new doors for progress in global health." That's the takeaway from the International Center for Journalists, which on Tuesday announced the 11 journalists and academics who have been selected to serve
Gates Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, United Nations Foundation
Bill Gates may be the world's richest man, but that doesn't mean he's aphilosopher in the traditional sense. In a new book, conservative journalist Tim Schwab calls out the Microsoft co-founder and the Gates Foundation for their "anti-democratic attitudes, tendencies, and behavior," the New
Bill Gates may be the world's richest man, but that doesn't mean he's aphilosopher in the traditional sense. In a new book, conservative journalist Tim Schwab calls out the Microsoft co-founder and the Gates Foundation for their "anti-democratic attitudes, tendencies, and behavior," the New
Gates Foundation
The concept of "global health equity"the notion that people in developing countries have access to affordable health careis a great one, but it's "often interpreted as global 'access' to technologies, thereby neglecting wider structural inequalities," researchers write in the journal Lancet Global
The concept of "global health equity"the notion that people in developing countries have access to affordable health careis a great one, but it's "often interpreted as global 'access' to technologies, thereby neglecting wider structural inequalities," researchers write in the journal Lancet Global
Gates Foundation
The World Health Organization has taken a big step toward eliminating cash payments for its health workers in Africa. In a press release, the WHO says it has digitized payments for more than 2 million health workers in 24 countries, and that 80% of them prefer the option of receiving their
The World Health Organization has taken a big step toward eliminating cash payments for its health workers in Africa. In a press release, the WHO says it has digitized payments for more than 2 million health workers in 24 countries, and that 80% of them prefer the option of receiving their
Polk County Community Foundation
If you've ever wanted to learn more about butterflies, the Polk County Public Libraries in North Carolina may have just the program for you. The libraries are hosting a series of free lectures on butterflies, starting with "An Introduction to Western Carolina Butterflies" on June 11, reports
If you've ever wanted to learn more about butterflies, the Polk County Public Libraries in North Carolina may have just the program for you. The libraries are hosting a series of free lectures on butterflies, starting with "An Introduction to Western Carolina Butterflies" on June 11, reports
Arkansas Community Foundation
An Arkansas man has been charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly shot and killed his wife's best friend on Valentine's Day, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports. According to KATV, 46-year-old Jonathan Sanders allegedly shot 28-year-old Ashley Sanders multiple times in the head,
An Arkansas man has been charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly shot and killed his wife's best friend on Valentine's Day, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports. According to KATV, 46-year-old Jonathan Sanders allegedly shot 28-year-old Ashley Sanders multiple times in the head,
Boston Foundation, Cambridge Community Foundation
Geeta Pradhan is the president of the Cambridge Community Foundation in Massachusetts, and in 2024 she'll become the state's outstanding woman of the year. That's thanks to her work to fight poverty in her city, which she calls "a city defined by four core values"dignity, equity, creativity,
Geeta Pradhan is the president of the Cambridge Community Foundation in Massachusetts, and in 2024 she'll become the state's outstanding woman of the year. That's thanks to her work to fight poverty in her city, which she calls "a city defined by four core values"dignity, equity, creativity,
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
An Air Force veteran in Springfield, Mo., is getting a new roof thanks to the generosity of strangers. Air Force veteran Ronald Clermont received a new roof as part of the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, a nationwide effort to show gratitude and honor the veterans who served our country,
An Air Force veteran in Springfield, Mo., is getting a new roof thanks to the generosity of strangers. Air Force veteran Ronald Clermont received a new roof as part of the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, a nationwide effort to show gratitude and honor the veterans who served our country,
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
There's a new face at the Community Foundation of the Ozarks in Springfield, Mo., but it's not the kind you might expect. Rather, it's Ashley Silva, who has been promoted to vice president of development and philanthropic services, the Springfield News-Leader reports. Silva, who grew up in
There's a new face at the Community Foundation of the Ozarks in Springfield, Mo., but it's not the kind you might expect. Rather, it's Ashley Silva, who has been promoted to vice president of development and philanthropic services, the Springfield News-Leader reports. Silva, who grew up in
Hearst Foundation
The Department of Defense has selected three military officers to mentor the next group of high school students selected to attend the United States Senate Youth Program in Washington, DC, from March 2-9, 2024. Lt. Kathryn Rubio of the Coast Guard will be the senior military mentor, while
The Department of Defense has selected three military officers to mentor the next group of high school students selected to attend the United States Senate Youth Program in Washington, DC, from March 2-9, 2024. Lt. Kathryn Rubio of the Coast Guard will be the senior military mentor, while
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