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Foundation Donates $500K Before Closing in Marisa's Name
Acts of KindnessAug 3

Foundation Donates $500K Before Closing in Marisa's Name

A New Jersey foundation created in memory of a brave 13-year-old has donated half a million dollars to help sick children before concluding its heartfelt mission. The Marisa Tufaro Foundation spent nine years turning one girl's inspiring spirit into hope for thousands of families.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
Rochester Foundation Awards $50K in Hockey Scholarships
Acts of KindnessJan 31

Rochester Foundation Awards $50K in Hockey Scholarships

A Minnesota foundation turned grief into giving, awarding 34 scholarships worth $50,000 to teen hockey players this January. They've now given out over 100 scholarships in memory of a 13-year-old who embodied leadership and kindness on the ice.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Franklinville Students Win $5,800 in Memorial Scholarships
Acts of KindnessAug 12

Franklinville Students Win $5,800 in Memorial Scholarships

Four Franklinville graduates received memorial scholarships totaling $5,800 to honor community members who made lasting impacts. The awards, managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation, celebrate students pursuing careers from dairy science to theology.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Foundation Donates $500K, Ends Mission After 9 Years
Acts of KindnessAug 3

Foundation Donates $500K, Ends Mission After 9 Years

A New Jersey foundation created in memory of a 13-year-old heart transplant patient has donated half a million dollars to help children in need before closing its doors. The Marisa Tufaro Foundation's nine-year mission kept alive the legacy of a brave girl who inspired thousands. #

Google News - Charity Donation Million3 min read
Georgia Foundation Awards Record $2M in Scholarships
Acts of KindnessApr 13

Georgia Foundation Awards Record $2M in Scholarships

A foundation born from tragedy just awarded its largest scholarship class ever, turning heartbreak into hope for 28 students. Since 2016, the Abbie DeLoach Foundation has given over $2 million to deserving young people in coastal Georgia.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Artist Draws Entire Cities From Memory After One Glance
Community HeroesFeb 6

Artist Draws Entire Cities From Memory After One Glance

Stephen Wiltshire can look at a city skyline once and recreate it in stunning detail from memory alone. Diagnosed with autism at age 3, he turned his remarkable visual memory into a celebrated career capturing the world's most famous cityscapes.

Great Big Story2 min read
Foundation Screens 1,000+ Teens for Hidden Heart Risks
Health & WellnessMar 2

Foundation Screens 1,000+ Teens for Hidden Heart Risks

A Michigan foundation is saving young lives by offering free heart screenings to teenagers, detecting potentially fatal conditions before symptoms appear. The Thomas Smith Memorial Foundation has already screened over 1,000 local teens.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Face Illusion Unlocks Forgotten Childhood Memories
InnovationApr 16

Face Illusion Unlocks Forgotten Childhood Memories

Scientists discovered a simple visual trick that helps people remember their childhoods more vividly. By showing adults a younger version of their own face moving in sync with them, researchers helped unlock rich, detailed memories from early life.

Scientific American3 min read
Mary Joy Foundation Expands Scholarships to 9 Students
Acts of KindnessJan 22

Mary Joy Foundation Expands Scholarships to 9 Students

A Georgia foundation honoring a teen who died days before graduation is now offering scholarships to students at all three Troup County high schools. Nine awards totaling over $10,000 will help seniors pursue their dreams in 2026.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Seattle Foundation Awards 19 Garfield Students $50K
Community HeroesJun 25

Seattle Foundation Awards 19 Garfield Students $50K

Nineteen Garfield High School students received scholarships and awards from the Desmond Jackson Foundation, which has invested $50,000 in Seattle students over three years. The foundation honors the memory of a young man lost to violence by creating educational opportunities for African American students.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Ohio Foundation Awards $1M+ in Student Scholarships
Acts of KindnessJan 22

Ohio Foundation Awards $1M+ in Student Scholarships

The Richland County Foundation is opening its scholarship application season, offering financial support to students at every stage of their educational journey. Last year alone, the foundation awarded over $1 million to help local students pursue their dreams.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Victoria Foundation Awards $6M to 243 Charities
SolutionsJul 14

Victoria Foundation Awards $6M to 243 Charities

A Canadian community foundation just distributed over $6 million to more than 240 local organizations tackling food insecurity, housing, and youth support. The 90-year-old Victoria Foundation is proving that flexible funding can strengthen entire communities during challenging times.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Scientists Reverse Memory Loss in Mice With Brain Cell Reset
Health & WellnessFeb 11

Scientists Reverse Memory Loss in Mice With Brain Cell Reset

Researchers reversed age-related memory loss and Alzheimer's symptoms in mice by rejuvenating specific memory neurons. The breakthrough offers hope that cognitive decline might not be permanent after all.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Samsung's Memory Chip Breakthrough Could Lower Tech Prices
InnovationApr 27

Samsung's Memory Chip Breakthrough Could Lower Tech Prices

Samsung just created the world's first working computer memory chip smaller than 10 nanometers, packing 50% more memory into the same space. The breakthrough could eventually make phones, laptops, and computers more affordable and powerful.

Google News - Tech Breakthrough2 min read
Packaging Industry Launches $6M Foundation to Match Donations
SolutionsApr 17

Packaging Industry Launches $6M Foundation to Match Donations

A major packaging trade group just created a charitable foundation that will double the impact of members' donations to causes they care about. The PACK gives BACK™ Charitable Foundation starts with $6 million and aims to transform how an entire industry supports communities. #

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Alzheimer's Protein May Be Key to Memory, Study Finds
Health & WellnessJul 17

Alzheimer's Protein May Be Key to Memory, Study Finds

Scientists discovered that tau, long blamed for destroying memory in Alzheimer's patients, actually plays a critical role in healthy brains by helping select which neurons form lasting memories. The finding could reshape how researchers develop treatments for the disease affecting 6 million Americans.

Google News - Researchers Find3 min read
Memory Training Cuts Stress by Rewiring Positive Recall
Health & WellnessJan 21

Memory Training Cuts Stress by Rewiring Positive Recall

Japanese researchers discovered a simple memory exercise that lowers stress hormones and rewires the brain to recall positive moments more easily. The training worked by strengthening neural pathways between emotional memory centers, offering new hope for people struggling with anxiety and depression.

Medical Xpress2 min read
42 Wyoming Students Win Oregon Trail Foundation Scholarships
Acts of KindnessMay 13

42 Wyoming Students Win Oregon Trail Foundation Scholarships

A Torrington student is celebrating alongside 41 others after receiving scholarships from the Oregon Trail Community Foundation for the 2026-2027 school year. The foundation is making higher education more accessible for dozens of Wyoming families.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Humana Foundation Gives $5M to Save Veteran Lives
Acts of KindnessMar 4

Humana Foundation Gives $5M to Save Veteran Lives

The Humana Foundation just pledged $5 million to help prevent veteran suicide as part of a bold national effort to save 15,000 lives by 2032. The Louisville-based foundation is expanding its commitment to mental health support for those who served our country.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Scientists Reverse Memory Loss in Mice Using Blood Cells
Health & WellnessMay 14

Scientists Reverse Memory Loss in Mice Using Blood Cells

Researchers discovered that immune cells in the bloodstream contribute to age-related memory decline, and blocking them reversed cognitive aging in mice. The breakthrough could lead to treatments that improve memory without needing to target the brain directly.

Nature News2 min read

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