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Lakeshore College Awards $704K in Student Scholarships
Acts of Kindness3h ago

Lakeshore College Awards $704K in Student Scholarships

Nearly 250 students at Lakeshore College just got life-changing news: their education is funded. Thanks to generous donors, the college awarded over $700,000 in scholarships this year, with most students receiving full tuition.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Baseball Fans Help 48 Charities Raise Nearly $100K
Acts of Kindness2d ago

Baseball Fans Help 48 Charities Raise Nearly $100K

Manitoba baseball fans turned their love of the game into life-changing support for kids. The Winnipeg Goldeyes and their Field of Dreams Foundation just distributed nearly $100,000 to 48 children's charities across the province.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Des Plaines Foundation Doubles Donations to $50K for Pantries
Solutions2d ago

Des Plaines Foundation Doubles Donations to $50K for Pantries

A Chicago-area community foundation just delivered $50,000 to five local food pantries after a generous family matched their fundraising dollar for dollar. The gift comes as pantries report serving up to 1,800 visitors monthly.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Crookston Firefighters Award $1,000 Scholarship to Local Teen
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Crookston Firefighters Award $1,000 Scholarship to Local Teen

Firefighters in Crookston, Minnesota are turning gaming proceeds and community donations into a $1,000 scholarship for a local high school senior. The memorial award honors fallen firefighters while investing in the next generation.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
NMU Students Raise Winter Gear for Women's Center
Acts of Kindness4d ago

NMU Students Raise Winter Gear for Women's Center

Northern Michigan University's cosmetology students turned haircuts into hope, collecting winter donations for women in need. The fundraiser combined salon services with community giving to support the Marquette Women's Center.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Brooks Koepka's $5M Donation Helps 11 Charities
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Brooks Koepka's $5M Donation Helps 11 Charities

Pro golfer Brooks Koepka is directing $5 million to charities supporting children's healthcare, families facing ALS, and kids with disabilities as part of his return to the PGA Tour. The donation will impact causes from autism support to free housing for families of sick children.

Google News - Charity Donation Million3 min read
Rugby Program Awards $200K to 400+ Students Since 2002
Acts of KindnessFeb 21

Rugby Program Awards $200K to 400+ Students Since 2002

A small town scholarship program is transforming its mission from giving modest awards to potentially covering a student's entire first year of college. Rugby Dollars for Scholars just launched an endowment fund with a goal of reaching $3-5 million.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Norwich City Players Donate £80K to Youth Programs
Community HeroesFeb 20

Norwich City Players Donate £80K to Youth Programs

An entire football team just proved that giving back doesn't require a spotlight. Norwich City's first-team players, coach, and sporting director each donated a day's pay to fund youth programs across their community.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Altoona Volunteers Triple Easter Donations for Sick Kids
Acts of KindnessFeb 19

Altoona Volunteers Triple Easter Donations for Sick Kids

Volunteers in Altoona packed 30 colorful backpacks with toys, books, and games for hospitalized children through Easter for Eli. The heartwarming effort tripled their donations from last year, bringing joy to kids facing medical challenges.

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Altoona Volunteers Triple Easter Bags for Sick Kids
Acts of KindnessFeb 19

Altoona Volunteers Triple Easter Bags for Sick Kids

Volunteers at Altoona Rescue Mission packed more than 30 backpacks with toys and games for hospitalized children this Easter. The number tripled from just 10 bags last year as the need keeps growing.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Fans Raise $63K for Hospital That Saved Actor's Life
Acts of KindnessFeb 18

Fans Raise $63K for Hospital That Saved Actor's Life

When "Heated Rivalry" star Hudson Williams revealed a children's hospital saved his life as a baby, fans raised over $63,000 for his 25th birthday. The fundraiser turned into a powerful reminder of what fandom communities can accomplish when they unite for good.

Good Good Good2 min read
Dutch Bros Gives $50K to Heroes, Free Pins for Kindness Week
Acts of KindnessFeb 17

Dutch Bros Gives $50K to Heroes, Free Pins for Kindness Week

Oregon's favorite coffee chain is celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Week with free pin packs, a "Dutch Hotline" for affirmations, and $50,000 in donations to local nonprofits. It's proof that a cup of coffee can fuel more than just your morning.

Google News - Random Act Kindness2 min read
100 Volunteers Deliver Valentine's Cinnagrams in Spokane
Acts of KindnessFeb 15

100 Volunteers Deliver Valentine's Cinnagrams in Spokane

Over 100 volunteers fanned out across Spokane on Valentine's Day to deliver sweet gift boxes that raised critical funds for Meals on Wheels. The Cinnagram campaign is one of the organization's biggest fundraisers of the year.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Hawaii Fishing Tournament Raises $10K for Families
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Hawaii Fishing Tournament Raises $10K for Families

A beloved women's fishing tournament returned to Hawaii after five years and donated $10,000 to help struggling families on the Big Island. The fun-focused event puts community giving ahead of competition.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Cookie Fundraiser Delivers Big Win for Special Needs Center
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Cookie Fundraiser Delivers Big Win for Special Needs Center

A cookie maker's sweet fundraiser just gave Red Roof Retreat a major boost. The organization provides day programs, camps, and respite services for people with special needs in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Blue Jays Pitcher Thanks Canada After World Series Run
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

Blue Jays Pitcher Thanks Canada After World Series Run

Chris Bassitt penned a heartfelt thank you to Canadian fans after three incredible years with the Toronto Blue Jays, including a World Series run. The veteran pitcher donated over $200,000 to youth baseball programs during his time north of the border.

MLB News2 min read
Ontario Hockey Event Gives $15K to Young Players
Community HeroesFeb 12

Ontario Hockey Event Gives $15K to Young Players

A star-studded charity hockey game is helping hundreds of kids hit the ice, no matter what their families can afford. Six youth hockey programs just received funding to cover equipment, ice time, and development.

Google: charity donation2 min read
30 Madera Students Get Laptops Through $20K AT&T Grant
Acts of KindnessFeb 12

30 Madera Students Get Laptops Through $20K AT&T Grant

Thirty Madera students celebrated their hard work with a gift that'll help them reach their college dreams: brand new laptops. Thanks to AT&T's generous grant, these high-achieving students now have the technology they need to succeed.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Indiana County Soup Fundraiser Brings In $13,000
SolutionsFeb 11

Indiana County Soup Fundraiser Brings In $13,000

A community soup sale in Indiana County just raised $13,000 for United Way, with 900 pre-orders flying out the door and local restaurants competing for the coveted Souper Bowl champion title. Eight local eateries ladled out their best recipes to hungry neighbors supporting a great cause.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Chicago TV Station Raises $81K for Local Charities
SolutionsFeb 11

Chicago TV Station Raises $81K for Local Charities

A Chicago TV station turned holiday spirit into $81,000 for four local charities, tripling last year's fundraising totals. Viewers donated through food drives, toy collections, and cultural programs, with every dollar matched by the McCormick Foundation.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read

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