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Oshkosh Area Community Foundation
A nurse in Fond du Lac, Wis., is this year's recipient of the DAISY Award, given to those who go "above and beyond" to provide excellent patient care. Haley Birschbach, a nurse in medical oncology and hematology at SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic, was nominated by a patient family member
A nurse in Fond du Lac, Wis., is this year's recipient of the DAISY Award, given to those who go "above and beyond" to provide excellent patient care. Haley Birschbach, a nurse in medical oncology and hematology at SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic, was nominated by a patient family member
Highmark Foundation
The American Heart Association will be getting a CPR kit in West Virginia schools thanks to a hefty grant from the Highmark Foundation, the Charleston Gazette-Mail reports. The foundation's West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health awarded seven nonprofit organizations more than $800,000 in its
The American Heart Association will be getting a CPR kit in West Virginia schools thanks to a hefty grant from the Highmark Foundation, the Charleston Gazette-Mail reports. The foundation's West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health awarded seven nonprofit organizations more than $800,000 in its
Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties has announced it has awarded more than $2 million in grants to organizations and initiatives primarily in the areas of human services, health, arts and culture, and education. In February, the Community Foundation invited Herkimer and
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties has announced it has awarded more than $2 million in grants to organizations and initiatives primarily in the areas of human services, health, arts and culture, and education. In February, the Community Foundation invited Herkimer and
Oregon Community Foundation
An Oregon museum that tells the story of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs is getting a major upgrade after a $20,000 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation, KTVZ reports. "On behalf of The Museum at Warm Springs, we are immensely grateful for general operating support from the Oregon
An Oregon museum that tells the story of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs is getting a major upgrade after a $20,000 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation, KTVZ reports. "On behalf of The Museum at Warm Springs, we are immensely grateful for general operating support from the Oregon
Communities Foundation of Texas
Robert Kent has been named the new chief philanthropy officer of the Communities Foundation of Texas, one of the biggest community foundations in the US. "Robert Kent is a strong advocate for North Texas and has extensive community knowledge and advocacy experience," CFT President and CEO Wayne
Robert Kent has been named the new chief philanthropy officer of the Communities Foundation of Texas, one of the biggest community foundations in the US. "Robert Kent is a strong advocate for North Texas and has extensive community knowledge and advocacy experience," CFT President and CEO Wayne
Marguerite Casey Foundation, Marguerite Casey Foundation, Kresge Foundation
Stephen Stephens' father died of cancer when he was 53, and his message to young people has stayed with him. "Always do the right thing son," he tells Fast Company. "That message has always stayed with him." That's why the 24-year-old founder of Momentus Capital is closing down his
Stephen Stephens' father died of cancer when he was 53, and his message to young people has stayed with him. "Always do the right thing son," he tells Fast Company. "That message has always stayed with him." That's why the 24-year-old founder of Momentus Capital is closing down his
Indianapolis Foundation
Lynne Arriale's new album, Being Human, is all about "people who exemplify Passion, courage, love, curiosity, and other human qualities," the Florida pianist tells Rita Kohn of the Indianapolis Star. "These individuals have devoted their lives to serving humanity and making our world
Lynne Arriale's new album, Being Human, is all about "people who exemplify Passion, courage, love, curiosity, and other human qualities," the Florida pianist tells Rita Kohn of the Indianapolis Star. "These individuals have devoted their lives to serving humanity and making our world
Gates Foundation
Melinda French Gates is stepping down as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which she founded with her ex-husband Bill Gates more than 20 years ago. As part of an agreement made when they divorced in 2021, Gates will provide the $12.5 billion as part of an agreement made when they
Melinda French Gates is stepping down as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which she founded with her ex-husband Bill Gates more than 20 years ago. As part of an agreement made when they divorced in 2021, Gates will provide the $12.5 billion as part of an agreement made when they
MacArthur Foundation
"Press freedom, facts-based storytelling, and mediamaking are urgent global issues. As our information infrastructure becomes more globalized, filmmakers worldwide must have access to resources that can elevate their voices." So says the International Documentary Association in its call for
"Press freedom, facts-based storytelling, and mediamaking are urgent global issues. As our information infrastructure becomes more globalized, filmmakers worldwide must have access to resources that can elevate their voices." So says the International Documentary Association in its call for
Citi Foundation
Nine nonprofits in Northern California are getting $1 million grants to work on issues including workforce readiness, affordable housing, economic development, and financial health, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. The grants are part of the Citi Foundation's $115 million commitment to
Nine nonprofits in Northern California are getting $1 million grants to work on issues including workforce readiness, affordable housing, economic development, and financial health, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. The grants are part of the Citi Foundation's $115 million commitment to
MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation
The MacArthur Foundation, known for its "genius grants" to left-wing activists, has announced a $500 million philanthropic push to boost local journalism. The push, called "Press Forward," aims to "enhance local journalism at an unprecedented level to re-center local news as a force for
The MacArthur Foundation, known for its "genius grants" to left-wing activists, has announced a $500 million philanthropic push to boost local journalism. The push, called "Press Forward," aims to "enhance local journalism at an unprecedented level to re-center local news as a force for
Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
The town of Guilford, Conn., is planning to hold its first-ever " Porchfest" in 2024, the New Haven Register reports. According to the Guilford Foundation, which is organizing the event, it will be "a celebration of music creativity and community." The fest will be held on the town's porches
The town of Guilford, Conn., is planning to hold its first-ever " Porchfest" in 2024, the New Haven Register reports. According to the Guilford Foundation, which is organizing the event, it will be "a celebration of music creativity and community." The fest will be held on the town's porches
Share Our Strength
"If you run a walk series, you have content creators in your program. There are content creators on your board, in your caregiver network, as major donors and as walk team captains. How big might our miss be if we content creators? Consider that there are 200 million creators worldwide, of
"If you run a walk series, you have content creators in your program. There are content creators on your board, in your caregiver network, as major donors and as walk team captains. How big might our miss be if we content creators? Consider that there are 200 million creators worldwide, of
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
A 24-hour online giving campaign in West Virginia raised more than $518,000 for 67 area nonprofits, WV News reports. "We had an extraordinary 24-hour here in the Mid-Ohio Valley," says Julie Posey, development and Stewardship officer for the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation. The Give
A 24-hour online giving campaign in West Virginia raised more than $518,000 for 67 area nonprofits, WV News reports. "We had an extraordinary 24-hour here in the Mid-Ohio Valley," says Julie Posey, development and Stewardship officer for the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation. The Give
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
"When it comes to charitable giving in Dubuque and connecting with those most vulnerable and the issues most in need of addressing, no other organization is the tour de force that is Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque." That's the opinion of the Telegraph Herald's editorial board in regard
"When it comes to charitable giving in Dubuque and connecting with those most vulnerable and the issues most in need of addressing, no other organization is the tour de force that is Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque." That's the opinion of the Telegraph Herald's editorial board in regard
Gates Foundation
"By embracing innovation, the school leadership team from the North, principal and school administrators, teachers and staff are preparing our students to be the digital citizens the world needs," said Newark Public Schools Superintendent Dennis Le ? 'n when Bill Gates visited one of the
"By embracing innovation, the school leadership team from the North, principal and school administrators, teachers and staff are preparing our students to be the digital citizens the world needs," said Newark Public Schools Superintendent Dennis Le ? 'n when Bill Gates visited one of the
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
A 24-hour online giving campaign in West Virginia raised more than $518,000 for 67 area nonprofits, WV News reports. "We had an extraordinary 24-hour here in the Mid-Ohio Valley," says Julie Posey, development and Stewardship officer for the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation. The Give
A 24-hour online giving campaign in West Virginia raised more than $518,000 for 67 area nonprofits, WV News reports. "We had an extraordinary 24-hour here in the Mid-Ohio Valley," says Julie Posey, development and Stewardship officer for the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation. The Give
Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Ellsworth Kelly, widely considered the father of abstract art, died last week at his home in upstate New York at the age of 92. But his legacy lives on in the form of $1.5 million in grants to public schools in the region where he lived and worked, the Times Herald-Record reports. "For
Ellsworth Kelly, widely considered the father of abstract art, died last week at his home in upstate New York at the age of 92. But his legacy lives on in the form of $1.5 million in grants to public schools in the region where he lived and worked, the Times Herald-Record reports. "For
Gates Foundation, Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, Packard Foundation
The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole in Wyoming has been named one of the nation's top 100 not-for-profit organizations by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports the foundation, which has raised more than $100 million since it was founded in 1992, was named
The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole in Wyoming has been named one of the nation's top 100 not-for-profit organizations by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports the foundation, which has raised more than $100 million since it was founded in 1992, was named
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Four Miami Dade College students were surprised with "life-changing news" this week: They'd been named recipients of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, which provides up to $55,000 a year to complete a bachelor's degree, the Miami Herald reports. "Watch
Four Miami Dade College students were surprised with "life-changing news" this week: They'd been named recipients of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, which provides up to $55,000 a year to complete a bachelor's degree, the Miami Herald reports. "Watch
Rhode Island Foundation
Love is in the air, at least when it comes to the research projects funded by the Rhode Island Foundation. The nonprofit has awarded more than $360,000 in seed funding to 15 medical research projects, ranging from a study looking at whether romantic relationships can reduce the risk of stroke
Love is in the air, at least when it comes to the research projects funded by the Rhode Island Foundation. The nonprofit has awarded more than $360,000 in seed funding to 15 medical research projects, ranging from a study looking at whether romantic relationships can reduce the risk of stroke
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham have been awarded $82 million over seven years from the National Center for Advancing Digital Sciencea record-breaking amount for the center, which aims to "transform the future of clinical and Translational Science outcomes in the Deep
Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham have been awarded $82 million over seven years from the National Center for Advancing Digital Sciencea record-breaking amount for the center, which aims to "transform the future of clinical and Translational Science outcomes in the Deep
Simons Foundation
"Jim's stereotypical humor aside, he brought his curiosity and intellect to bear on the role and built one of the nation's top math departments during his 10-year tenure as chair," reads a tribute to the man Stony Brook University says was its "most vocal champion." James Simons, who died last
"Jim's stereotypical humor aside, he brought his curiosity and intellect to bear on the role and built one of the nation's top math departments during his 10-year tenure as chair," reads a tribute to the man Stony Brook University says was its "most vocal champion." James Simons, who died last
Gates Foundation
When it comes to giving, Bill and Melinda Gates are no longer the world's most famous philanthropists. Instead, they're among the world's most giving people, according to a ranking of the world's 100 most giving people based on donations of at least $1 million over the past three years. The
When it comes to giving, Bill and Melinda Gates are no longer the world's most famous philanthropists. Instead, they're among the world's most giving people, according to a ranking of the world's 100 most giving people based on donations of at least $1 million over the past three years. The
Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area
A group of business and community leaders in Holland, Mich., created the Holland/Zeeland Promise in 2010 to help high school students who had "high financial need, proven academic success, and motivation to achieve a college or technical degree," per the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland
A group of business and community leaders in Holland, Mich., created the Holland/Zeeland Promise in 2010 to help high school students who had "high financial need, proven academic success, and motivation to achieve a college or technical degree," per the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland
Ohio County Community Foundation
The community of Rising Sun, Indiana, is putting its money where its mouth is. The Ohio County Community Foundation has awarded more than $47,000 in grants to 14 local nonprofit groups, the Herald-Times reports. The money comes from the Ohio County Today and Tomorrow Endowment Fund, which
The community of Rising Sun, Indiana, is putting its money where its mouth is. The Ohio County Community Foundation has awarded more than $47,000 in grants to 14 local nonprofit groups, the Herald-Times reports. The money comes from the Ohio County Today and Tomorrow Endowment Fund, which
MacArthur Foundation
The MacArthur Foundation has released its annual list of "genius" grants, and this year's winners have a lot in common with previous winners: They're all men. Among them: Mark Zuckerberg: The Facebook founder was awarded a "genius" grant for his idea to build a self-driving car. The New York
The MacArthur Foundation has released its annual list of "genius" grants, and this year's winners have a lot in common with previous winners: They're all men. Among them: Mark Zuckerberg: The Facebook founder was awarded a "genius" grant for his idea to build a self-driving car. The New York
Silicon Valley Community Foundation
"We've got resources, we've got money, we've got academia, we got the peak innovative spirit. If we can't figure this out here, who else is going to figure it out?" That was the opening remarks at the Silicon Valley Community Foundation's annual policy convention in Los Altos, Calif., on
"We've got resources, we've got money, we've got academia, we got the peak innovative spirit. If we can't figure this out here, who else is going to figure it out?" That was the opening remarks at the Silicon Valley Community Foundation's annual policy convention in Los Altos, Calif., on
Omaha Community Foundation
The American Legion Post 508 in Atlantic, Iowa, is getting a much-needed facelift. Thanks to a grant from the Cass County Community Foundation, the group has spent $5,000 on a new bathroom, among other projects, the Atlantic Daily News reports. The foundation, an affiliate of the Omaha
The American Legion Post 508 in Atlantic, Iowa, is getting a much-needed facelift. Thanks to a grant from the Cass County Community Foundation, the group has spent $5,000 on a new bathroom, among other projects, the Atlantic Daily News reports. The foundation, an affiliate of the Omaha
Ontario Trillium Foundation
When a 3-year-old girl in Whitehorse, Yukon, died of a heart attack at the age of 2, her parents set out to find a way to honor her and help other children in the same community, the Yukon News reports. That's exactly what they did, with the help of a Canadian government program that gives
When a 3-year-old girl in Whitehorse, Yukon, died of a heart attack at the age of 2, her parents set out to find a way to honor her and help other children in the same community, the Yukon News reports. That's exactly what they did, with the help of a Canadian government program that gives
Gates Foundation
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is expanding its partnership with the Danish government, aiming "to make a significant difference for some of the most climate-vulnerable developing countries," the Danish government says in a statement. Specifically, the two will work to fight global
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is expanding its partnership with the Danish government, aiming "to make a significant difference for some of the most climate-vulnerable developing countries," the Danish government says in a statement. Specifically, the two will work to fight global
Johnson County Community Foundation
An Indiana county's community foundation has awarded more than $69,000 in grants to help people with mental health issues. The grants were announced by the Johnson County Community Foundation this week, the Indianapolis Star reports. The foundation was created in 2022 with a $10,000 grant
An Indiana county's community foundation has awarded more than $69,000 in grants to help people with mental health issues. The grants were announced by the Johnson County Community Foundation this week, the Indianapolis Star reports. The foundation was created in 2022 with a $10,000 grant
Gates Foundation
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Novo Nordisk Foundation, and the Wellcome Sanger Foundation are teaming up to fight some of the world's biggest health problems. The three organizations are committing a total of $300 million over the next three years to fight infectious diseases,
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Novo Nordisk Foundation, and the Wellcome Sanger Foundation are teaming up to fight some of the world's biggest health problems. The three organizations are committing a total of $300 million over the next three years to fight infectious diseases,
Regional Access Project Foundation
If you've always dreamed of running a nonprofit, now's your chance. The University of California, Riverside's Palm Desert campus is teaming up with the Regional Access Project Foundation to offer a 35-week program in nonprofit management, the Desert Sun reports. Students will learn about
If you've always dreamed of running a nonprofit, now's your chance. The University of California, Riverside's Palm Desert campus is teaming up with the Regional Access Project Foundation to offer a 35-week program in nonprofit management, the Desert Sun reports. Students will learn about
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Volunteers are needed for a Springfield, Mo., charity that helps kids with disabilities play baseball. Hamra Enterprises, a family-owned company that operates nearly 200 restaurants nationwide, has created a position of director of giving, reports the Springfield News-Leader. Rachael
Volunteers are needed for a Springfield, Mo., charity that helps kids with disabilities play baseball. Hamra Enterprises, a family-owned company that operates nearly 200 restaurants nationwide, has created a position of director of giving, reports the Springfield News-Leader. Rachael
Ford Motor Company Fund
The Ford Motor Company's philanthropic arm is getting a new name: Ford Philanthropy. The rebranding reflects Ford's 75-year legacy of "driving impact in Ford communities around the world," says Mary Culler, president of Ford Philanthropy, in a press release. "Our brand refresh honors our
The Ford Motor Company's philanthropic arm is getting a new name: Ford Philanthropy. The rebranding reflects Ford's 75-year legacy of "driving impact in Ford communities around the world," says Mary Culler, president of Ford Philanthropy, in a press release. "Our brand refresh honors our
Gates Foundation
One of the world's richest men is pushing to make Hong Kong a "philanthropic hub" in the region. The city's chief executive, Leung Chun-ying, says he wants to make it "a bridge between China and the world to promote Hong Kong as a regional philanthropic hub," the South China Morning Post
One of the world's richest men is pushing to make Hong Kong a "philanthropic hub" in the region. The city's chief executive, Leung Chun-ying, says he wants to make it "a bridge between China and the world to promote Hong Kong as a regional philanthropic hub," the South China Morning Post
Whitefish Community Foundation
"But wait. We're not done yet." That was the message from Lois Davis, CEO of the Whitefish Community Foundation, as it handed out $520,300 in grants to 68 nonprofit organizations in the Flathead Valley of Montana on May 2, the Missoulian reports. "The growing generosity of our Circle of
"But wait. We're not done yet." That was the message from Lois Davis, CEO of the Whitefish Community Foundation, as it handed out $520,300 in grants to 68 nonprofit organizations in the Flathead Valley of Montana on May 2, the Missoulian reports. "The growing generosity of our Circle of
Kellogg Foundation
For more than 30 years,Henrie Treadwell has been fighting for racial equity at the University of South Carolina, where she became the school's first black graduate since Reconstruction, the Charlotte Observer reports. But after she left the university in 2003, she set up her own nonprofit to
For more than 30 years,Henrie Treadwell has been fighting for racial equity at the University of South Carolina, where she became the school's first black graduate since Reconstruction, the Charlotte Observer reports. But after she left the university in 2003, she set up her own nonprofit to
Kansas Health Foundation
The Russell County Area Community Foundation has awarded $43,000 in grants to organizations that benefit the Russell County area, including support for education, the arts, literacy, and public safety. Funding comes from the Kansas Health Foundation Children's Fund, Kansas Health Foundation
The Russell County Area Community Foundation has awarded $43,000 in grants to organizations that benefit the Russell County area, including support for education, the arts, literacy, and public safety. Funding comes from the Kansas Health Foundation Children's Fund, Kansas Health Foundation
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Julia Dorothy Coover founded the Coover Foundation in 1992 to honor her husband's memory, and the Missouri woman has since awarded more than $8 million to rural communities across her service area. The foundation, managed by Commerce Trust, recently awarded $220,000 in grants to 14 nonprofits
Julia Dorothy Coover founded the Coover Foundation in 1992 to honor her husband's memory, and the Missouri woman has since awarded more than $8 million to rural communities across her service area. The foundation, managed by Commerce Trust, recently awarded $220,000 in grants to 14 nonprofits
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Detroit's Rose's Fine Food closed its doors last year, but that didn't stop former owner Molly Mitchell from pursuing a career in culinary education. Now she's at the helm of the city's Downtown Boxing Gym, where she's cooking 1,000 meals a week for kids in its after-school programs, reports
Detroit's Rose's Fine Food closed its doors last year, but that didn't stop former owner Molly Mitchell from pursuing a career in culinary education. Now she's at the helm of the city's Downtown Boxing Gym, where she's cooking 1,000 meals a week for kids in its after-school programs, reports
Black Belt Community Foundation
An Alabama man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his wife's best friend, who was found dead of a suspected drug overdose in the couple's home last week, AL.com reports. Police say 46-year-old Randall Hancock was found dead of a suspected drug overdose in the living room
An Alabama man has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his wife's best friend, who was found dead of a suspected drug overdose in the couple's home last week, AL.com reports. Police say 46-year-old Randall Hancock was found dead of a suspected drug overdose in the living room
Self Family Foundation
The Self Family Foundation in Greenwood, SC, has awarded more than $75,000 in grants over the past 75 years to improve the quality of life for residents in the area. This year's recipients include the Food Bank of Greenwood County, which received $49,000; the Harrison CDC, which received
The Self Family Foundation in Greenwood, SC, has awarded more than $75,000 in grants over the past 75 years to improve the quality of life for residents in the area. This year's recipients include the Food Bank of Greenwood County, which received $49,000; the Harrison CDC, which received
Sierra Health Foundation
Ten students at Sacramento State University who were in the foster care system will receive a monthly check for $500 starting in May as part of a new guaranteed income program for former foster youth, the Sacramento Bee reports. "Too often, students who were in the foster care system lack the
Ten students at Sacramento State University who were in the foster care system will receive a monthly check for $500 starting in May as part of a new guaranteed income program for former foster youth, the Sacramento Bee reports. "Too often, students who were in the foster care system lack the
GlobalGiving
"The main threat is the long-standing lack of sufficient funding for healthcare systems," Ota Akhigbe writes at the Conversation. "This funding gap means millions cannot get basic health care, which hurts not only people's health but also economic growth." But not giving up is not an option,
"The main threat is the long-standing lack of sufficient funding for healthcare systems," Ota Akhigbe writes at the Conversation. "This funding gap means millions cannot get basic health care, which hurts not only people's health but also economic growth." But not giving up is not an option,
Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
"It was amazing to see experts from all across the world come together for these sessions." That's how UNC Greensboro student Nida Qamar describes her time at the UN during the 68th Annual Session of the Commission on the Status of Women in March 2024. Qamar, who is working on her doctorate
"It was amazing to see experts from all across the world come together for these sessions." That's how UNC Greensboro student Nida Qamar describes her time at the UN during the 68th Annual Session of the Commission on the Status of Women in March 2024. Qamar, who is working on her doctorate
Pew Charitable Trusts, William Penn Foundation
The Children's World Fair was held in Philadelphia in 1876 as part of the Centennial International Exhibition to explore cultural and technological innovation. Now three of the city's most-loved institutionsthe Please Touch Museum, the Philadelphia Zoo, and the Mann Center for the Performing
The Children's World Fair was held in Philadelphia in 1876 as part of the Centennial International Exhibition to explore cultural and technological innovation. Now three of the city's most-loved institutionsthe Please Touch Museum, the Philadelphia Zoo, and the Mann Center for the Performing
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Black Hills Area Community Foundation
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Point Foundation
Parker Foundation
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JustFund: Pioneering Equitable Philanthropy with Simplified Grantmaking
JustFund, a grantmaking platform built by funders and organizers of color, aims to revolutionize philanthropy by making it more equitable and efficient.