7 results for "community fundraising"
💛 Acts of Kindness1918 Steam Engine Finds New Home Thanks to $190K Community Push
A historic 1918 steam locomotive that worked California's San Joaquin Valley for nearly 40 years just completed its journey to a new home in Kingsburg, funded entirely by community donations. Volunteers and local donors raised $190,000 to relocate and restore the century-old engine.
💛 Acts of KindnessOregon Town Raises $13K with 'Nearly Nude' Calendars to Fund Snowplow
When Lakeview, Oregon couldn't afford snow removal equipment, twelve residents posed for a tasteful "nearly nude" calendar instead of raising taxes. The creative fundraiser has already brought in over $13,000 and united the small community through laughter and generosity.
💛 Acts of KindnessCordova, Alaska Community Rallies $20K Match to Rebuild Beloved Skaters' Cabin
The Cordova Community Foundation is turning donations into double impact with a $20,000 matching grant to rebuild the cherished Skaters' Cabin at Eyak Lake. Thanks to an outpouring of community support, the project has already raised nearly $16,000, bringing the beloved gathering spot closer to reality for future generations.
💛 Acts of KindnessKelowna's JoeAnna's House Raises $76K in Heartwarming Holiday Campaign
A month-long holiday fundraiser in Kelowna brought the community together in an incredible way, raising over $76,000 for JoeAnna's House, a home-away-from-home for families with loved ones in the hospital. Local businesses and residents showed up in force to support families in their time of need.
💛 Acts of KindnessBeaumont Family Raises $1M for Rare Disease Research Through WhiskeyFest
After their 2-year-old son Hudson was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Mike and Katherine Williams transformed their love of whiskey into a powerful force for good. Their annual Southeast Texas WhiskeyFest has raised over $1 million in just four years to fund cutting-edge research for rare diseases that often get overlooked.
💛 Acts of KindnessKorean Star Sean Raises $1.5M, Involves 260K Citizens in Charity Marathon
Korean entertainer Sean transformed a simple idea into an extraordinary reality, mobilizing 260,000 citizens to collectively donate $1.5 million through a nationwide walking campaign. Now, he's embarking on an inspiring mission to complete marathons across all seven continents while helping his teenage sons potentially break a world record.
💛 Acts of KindnessGirl Scouts Unveil Delicious New Exploremore Cookie After Years of Creative Innovation
The Girl Scouts are celebrating their newest cookie creation—Exploremores! This rocky road-inspired treat represents years of dedicated work by trend forecasters, food scientists, and marketers who craft each delicious cookie with care and the organization's mission of empowering young women at heart.