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After beating cancer twice, Tom Walsh is hitting the trails again to raise funds for cancer patients facing the same fight. This August marks his seventh annual charity hike, proving that survival is just the beginning of making a difference.
Rogers Communications just kicked off a $1 million donation to Alberta children's charities through the Rogers Charity Classic, a golf tournament that's raised over $164 million since it started. Last year alone, the event brought in a record $26.6 million to help thousands of kids access counseling, sports programs, and family support.
A six-person charity struggling with costly website updates found a solution that transformed their online presence. Fashion and Textile Children's Trust now reaches 40,000 annual visitors after switching platforms.
A three-day pilgrimage retracing a 19th-century king's footsteps has grown into Africa's largest heritage hike since 2007. The Moshoeshoe Walk now attracts thousands who blend hiking, history, and Lesotho's stunning mountain landscapes.
Three hand-painted Porsche 911s inspired by Toy Story characters just sold to an anonymous collector who's donating all $3 million to children's charities. Each custom car took 350 hours to create and will help Big Brothers Big Sisters, the American Red Cross, and Starlight Children's Foundation.
A charity golf tournament in Alberta just shattered records by raising $26.6 million to help children across the province. Since its start, the Rogers Charity Classic has now raised over $164 million for youth programs.
A circular hiking route on La Gomera in the Canary Islands has topped Lonely Planet's new global hiking guide, coinciding with walking tourism becoming one of the fastest-growing travel trends. The 49-hour trail showcases volcanic landscapes, endangered species, and sustainable tourism done right.
British businesses can now donate goods to charities without paying tax, removing a barrier that discouraged corporate giving. The change comes as charity donations have dropped by £1.4 billion in just one year.
The Rangers Charity Foundation just handed £10,000 to two Scottish veterans charities that provide daily support, hot meals, and mental health services to former military members and their families. The donation marks the end of a season-long partnership that's part of over £271,000 the Foundation has given to armed forces causes.
A South African charity shop turned donated goods into over R2.1 million for animal welfare last year, funding 371 sterilizations and emergency care across the country. Since 2012, SAINTs has now contributed over R30 million to helping vulnerable animals.
A yellow lab who helps catch child predators in Kentucky just received a protective vest worth $1,800, thanks to a nonprofit that's outfitted over 6,000 police dogs nationwide. K9 Charity specializes in sniffing out hidden electronics that could contain evidence of abuse.
A charity shop employee discovered Indian gold jewelry worth £4,000 sewn into the lining of a donated coat. The unexpected treasure turned a humble donation into a major windfall for the charity's cause.
A grassroots charity started with a single football match has raised half a million pounds for intensive care over nearly four decades. BASICS closes its doors after becoming the second-largest charity supporter in hospital history.
British businesses can now donate office equipment and surplus stock to charities without paying extra VAT, removing a tax barrier that previously discouraged corporate giving. The timing couldn't be better as UK charity donations dropped £1.4 billion last year.
A Johannesburg charity is proving that even the smallest price tag can preserve pride while making essentials accessible to those in need. One Small Act of Kindness runs a shop where donated goods sell for just a few rand, creating a system where generosity meets dignity.
South Korean charities are embracing cryptocurrency donations and pushing for simpler one-click systems to make giving easier. With over 10 million crypto users in the country, organizations see digital currency as the future of charitable giving.
A California foundation is turning charity donations into a tournament where nonprofits compete for over $10,000 in bonus prizes. The "Match Madness" campaign runs through April 3, giving donors a fun way to amplify their impact.
In Islam, charity isn't just about writing checks. It's woven into daily life through dozens of small acts, from smiling at strangers to feeding the hungry.
British comedian Sean Hughes left his entire £4 million estate to Shelter, the housing charity that once helped him when he struggled with homelessness in London. After a decade-long legal battle caused by messy paperwork, the donation is finally helping families find stable homes.
New Zealand is letting wealthy visa applicants donate up to 20% of their investment requirement to local charities, turning immigration investment into social good. The change could channel hundreds of millions into nonprofits while attracting global investors seeking residency.
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