Philanthropy
Latest news on corporate and nonprofit efforts aimed at changing our world for the better through benevolent initiatives, such as fundraisers, grants, and charities.
Meet Susan Murabana, the astronomer bringing the cosmos to Kenyan youth
A celestial display unfolds beneath the velvety African night sky, amidst the peace of Kenya's isolated Samburu county. It’s 1:30 AM in mid-August, and 50 enthralled individuals lie on the dry riverbed, their eyes turned heavenwards, entranced by the stars. The Milky Way arcs gracefully across Read More...
Rebuilding hope in the face of destruction: Coming together for Maui's recovery
The gorgeous town of Lahaina, located on the Hawaiian island of Maui, is reeling from the devastation caused by a fast-moving wildfire that has left a trail of ruin and loss. Lahaina's historic charm has been almost completely devoured by flames, leaving behind sadness and pain that the town is Read More...
German grocer's "real costs" campaign nudges shoppers towards sustainable choices
A well-known discount supermarket in Germany is taking a bold move toward encouraging sustainability with a revolutionary project. The "wahre Kosten" or "real costs" campaign seeks to raise awareness on the hidden environmental and health costs connected with particular food products. The Read More...
THON: The inspiring student-run philanthropic organization fighting against pediatric cancer
THON, which stands for "Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon," is an incredible humanitarian organization that has made a significant difference in the lives of children and families affected by pediatric cancer. Since its inception in 1973, THON has grown to become the world's largest Read More...
Inmates celebrate first degrees earned through Yale and University of New Haven Initiative
Parolee Marcus Harvin's path from incarceration to higher education exemplifies the transformative impact of a game-changing collaboration between the University of New Haven (UNH) and the Yale Prison Education Initiative. Through this partnership, Harvin—who spent six years in prison for Read More...
Gift of Adoption celebrates 5,000th child’s forever home since its inception
Last month, the Gift of Adoption Fund, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting families in completing adoptions for children in difficult circumstances, celebrated an iconic event. Since its foundation in 1996, the charity has successfully matched 5,000 children with loving Read More...
Ensuring no pet goes hungry: The rise of pet food banks in the UK
Pete Dolan, a cat owner, recalls the tremendous help he received from Animal Food Bank Support UK, a Facebook organization that coordinates volunteer community support workers who supply free pet food to individuals in need, referring to everyone involved as “Angels without wings”. Dolan, Read More...
Nigerian school accepts plastic bottles as payment for tuition fees
A school in Nigeria is taking an innovative approach to tackle the problem of plastic waste while also promoting education. The Morit International School, located in Ajegunle, a densely populated area of Lagos, Nigeria, has launched an initiative that allows students to pay their tuition fees Read More...
Leading lawyers sign declaration to not prosecute peaceful climate protestors
Prominent barristers disregarded bar regulations by signing a document last month vowing not to prosecute nonviolent climate demonstrators or represent firms pursuing fossil fuel projects. More than 120 attorneys, primarily from England, have signed a declaration promising to "withhold [their] Read More...
Patagonia’s billionaire founder gives company away to save the planet
Eco-conscious outdoor apparel brand Patagonia has a history of setting the bar high when it comes to environmentally-friendly practices and mindset. Now, the company’s billionaire founder Yvon Chouinard has set the bar even higher by giving away the company to a trust that will allocate its Read More...