Philanthropies & Philanthropic Work
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Child Investment Accounts Gain Major Philanthropic Support
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Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell have committed $6.25 billion to support a new federal initiative aimed at expanding child investment accounts, known as Trump Accounts.…
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How Year-End Giving Shapes Nonprofits’ Fundraising
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Today is Giving Tuesday, the annual day of philanthropy following Thanksgiving. Since its start in 2012, it has grown into one of the largest fundraising…
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Massachusetts Wetland Restorations Transform Cranberry Country
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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…
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Packers Tackle Cancer: Philanthropy Takes the Field at Lambeau
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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…
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A $100 Million Push Toward Greener Chemistry
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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.…
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Phil and Penny Knight Make $2 Billion Donation to OHSU
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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…
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Texas Flooding: Relief and Recovery Efforts
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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…
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The Prouty: Supporting Cancer Research and Care
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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…
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Get Involved This Summer
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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…
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American Generosity: Resilient but Changing
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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…
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Bill Gates to Donate 99% of Wealth
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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…
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Easter Meal Initiative Serves Thousands in Northeast Ohio
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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…
