Working to Give: Philanthropies & Philanthropic Work
Stories of Philanthropy & Corporate Giving
As Americans prepare cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving, a quiet transformation is taking place in Massachusetts cranberry country. The berries long synonymous with the holiday are giving way to something equally valuable: restored wetlands that benefit both communities and ecosystems. Massachusetts cranberry farming began when 19th-century farmers converted native wetlands into[…]
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Philanthropy played a visible role at Lambeau Field this week as the Green Bay Packers kicked off their annual “Packers Vs. Cancer” campaign, in partnership with Emplify Health and the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation. The campaign took place during Sunday’s matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals on October 12, spotlighting efforts[…]
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The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation is making a big move in the world of sustainability with a $100 million investment in green chemistry research. Spread over the next seven years, the initiative is aimed at rethinking how we make the chemical materials that touch nearly every part of our[…]
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Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny Knight, have pledged a record-breaking $2 billion to Oregon Health & Science University’s Knight Cancer Institute. The announcement, made on August 14, 2025, marks the largest donation ever to a U.S. university or academic health center. It surpasses the previous record of[…]
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The catastrophic flooding across Texas is mobilizing an unprecedented response from across the nation. Corporations, nonprofits, and government agencies are collaborating to provide both immediate relief and long-term recovery support as communities continue to assess the full extent of the damage. Emergency Response and Relief Organizations The response includes immediate[…]
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The Prouty is an annual fundraising event that benefits the Dartmouth Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center located in New Hampshire. Launched in 1982 by a group of nurses in honor of a patient named Audrey Prouty, the event began as a cycling challenge and has since[…]
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Summer break offers students the chance to support their communities while gaining valuable skills. Many nonprofit organizations run structured volunteer programs tailored for teens, allowing them to make a meaningful impact in areas ranging from housing and healthcare to environmental conservation. Habitat for Humanity engages students in building homes alongside[…]
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A recent AP-NORC poll found that about 75% of Americans donated to charity last year, though most gave $500 or less—far below what many nonprofits would consider a major gift. Still, in the face of inflation, reduced federal support, and heightened political distractions, the findings point to a resilient culture[…]
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Bill Gates has committed to giving away 99 percent of his wealth—estimated at over $100 billion—to charitable causes. Alongside this pledge, he announced that the Gates Foundation will conclude its operations by 2045. Founded in 2000 by Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates, with early support from Warren Buffett, the[…]
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Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland provided free Easter meals to thousands across Northeast Ohio, a region where poverty and food insecurity present significant challenges. With Cleveland’s poverty rate exceeding 30% and nearly one-fifth of county residents struggling to secure adequate nutrition, this service addressed crucial community needs. The meals were[…]
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