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Missouri Nonprofit Gets New Floors from Charity Donation
Acts of KindnessAug 30

Missouri Nonprofit Gets New Floors from Charity Donation

The Agape House of Vandalia is getting brand new flooring in all its guest rooms thanks to a generous donation from Columbian Charities of Missouri. The nonprofit also continues serving families with children through its gas card assistance program.

Google: charity donation2 min read
NH Casino Donates Record $2.4M to Local Nonprofits
Acts of KindnessAug 4

NH Casino Donates Record $2.4M to Local Nonprofits

A New Hampshire casino just set a state record by donating $2.4 million to 12 local charities in a single month. Since opening last year, The Nash has given away over $28 million to support communities across the state.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
New Hampshire Casino Donates $2.7M to Local Nonprofits
Acts of KindnessAug 25

New Hampshire Casino Donates $2.7M to Local Nonprofits

A New Hampshire casino just handed $2.7 million to 14 local charities, breaking its own monthly donation record for the second time in a row. The Nash Casino's unique charity model turns every gaming dollar into community support.

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Philly Nonprofit Breaks World Record With 543K Pounds Donated
Acts of KindnessAug 12

Philly Nonprofit Breaks World Record With 543K Pounds Donated

A Philadelphia nonprofit helped shatter a world record by collecting over 543,000 pounds of fresh produce in just 24 hours, proving that "ugly" fruits and vegetables can feed thousands instead of going to waste. Over 30,000 people gathered in Canada to make it happen.

Google News - World Record2 min read
New Hampshire Casino Donates Record $2.4M in One Month
Acts of KindnessJul 28

New Hampshire Casino Donates Record $2.4M in One Month

A New Hampshire casino just broke the state's charitable giving record by donating $2.4 million to local nonprofits in a single month. The Nash operates under a unique model that directs gaming revenue straight to community organizations.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
Small Recurring Donations Build Strong Communities
Acts of KindnessAug 19

Small Recurring Donations Build Strong Communities

Forget one-time big gifts. A Minnesota foundation proves that small, regular donations create the steady support local nonprofits need to thrive year-round.

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Boulder County Volunteers Give 2,500 Hours to Help Nonprofits
Acts of KindnessMay 14

Boulder County Volunteers Give 2,500 Hours to Help Nonprofits

More than 90 volunteers in Boulder County donate nearly 2,500 hours each year to decide where community funding goes. Their work ensures donations reach the nonprofits that need them most.

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Eugene Volunteers Fix 200 Donated Bikes for Kids in Need
Acts of KindnessFeb 7

Eugene Volunteers Fix 200 Donated Bikes for Kids in Need

A Eugene nonprofit gathered volunteers to repair 200 donated bicycles destined for local children who need them. Shift Community Cycles opened its new workspace to community members ready to turn generous donations into wheels for kids.

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Musicians Donate Talents for Kindness Song in Abbotsford
VideosJul 3

Musicians Donate Talents for Kindness Song in Abbotsford

When a nonprofit had no budget for an original song, a team of local musicians donated their time, talents, and studio to make it happen. Their kindness became the perfect soundtrack to Communitas Supportive Care Society's annual theme.

Google: kindness story2 min read
NJ Nurse Donates Kidney to Dad, Now Champions Organ Donation
Acts of KindnessMay 25

NJ Nurse Donates Kidney to Dad, Now Champions Organ Donation

When Karen Stash saw her father deteriorating on dialysis, the Carteret nurse gave him one of her kidneys and a second chance at life. Now she's using her story to inspire others in Hispanic communities to consider organ donation.

Google News - Nurse Saves2 min read
Cancer Survivor's Nonprofit Gets Boost for Chemo Kits
SolutionsJul 31

Cancer Survivor's Nonprofit Gets Boost for Chemo Kits

A Miami breast cancer survivor who started a nonprofit to help patients through treatment just received surprise donations to restock essential care kits. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and Local 10 viewers stepped up to support 305 Pink Pack's mission.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Tennessee Women Donate $19K to Boys & Girls Club
Acts of KindnessJun 3

Tennessee Women Donate $19K to Boys & Girls Club

A group of 100 women in Tellico Village just handed the Boys & Girls Club of Loudon County a $19,000 donation to help serve the 80 kids currently on their waiting list. The quarterly giving circle has now supported dozens of local nonprofits fighting to help their neighbors in need.

Google: charity donation3 min read
UK App Unites 11,000 Charities in One Monthly Donation
InnovationMay 21

UK App Unites 11,000 Charities in One Monthly Donation

A new nonprofit app from Hove lets donors support multiple charities through a single monthly payment while tracking their real-world impact. Legacy connects 11,000 UK organizations on one platform, making it easier to turn good intentions into consistent giving.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Tampa Bay Lightning Grants $400K to Local Nonprofits
Community HeroesApr 1

Tampa Bay Lightning Grants $400K to Local Nonprofits

Eight Tampa Bay community champions each received $50,000 to give to their favorite local charities, thanks to the Lightning's Community Hero program. Since 2011, the initiative has now donated nearly $36 million to 730 nonprofits across the region.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
Cleveland Crisis Center Gets $3M Health System Donation
Acts of KindnessMar 25

Cleveland Crisis Center Gets $3M Health System Donation

A $3 million donation from Sisters of Charity Health System is keeping Cleveland's new behavioral health crisis center on track to open. The gift ensures the city will soon have a dedicated facility to help people in mental health emergencies.

Google News - Charity Donation Million2 min read
Jesse Eisenberg Donated His Kidney to a Total Stranger
Community HeroesAug 25

Jesse Eisenberg Donated His Kidney to a Total Stranger

Actor Jesse Eisenberg gave a kidney to someone he'll never meet and says he wishes he had more to give. His donation likely started a chain that helped multiple people get life-saving transplants.

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Tracked Sneakers Reveal How Charity Donations Really Work
Community HeroesMar 21

Tracked Sneakers Reveal How Charity Donations Really Work

A German influencer placed an AirTag in donated sneakers and discovered they traveled 800 kilometers across five countries before appearing at a Bosnian market. His experiment is pushing charities to be more transparent about where donations actually go.

Google: charity donation3 min read
Las Vegas Music Nonprofit Gets $5K for Veterans, At-Risk Youth
Acts of KindnessJun 8

Las Vegas Music Nonprofit Gets $5K for Veterans, At-Risk Youth

A Las Vegas nonprofit that puts instruments in the hands of students, veterans, and at-risk youth just received $5,000 through an employee-driven giving campaign. Life By Music has donated over 700 instruments and served nearly 4,000 children in the past decade.

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Ohio Nonprofit Helped 483 Veterans With $218K in Aid
Community HeroesAug 30

Ohio Nonprofit Helped 483 Veterans With $218K in Aid

A thrift store turned community resource in Bellville, Ohio, is transforming how veterans get help with everything from utility bills to furniture. Love Our Hero's now serves veterans across 18 counties, powered by donations and local businesses like Miller's Market that won't stop raising funds.

Google News - Community Hero3 min read
Orlando Nonprofit Hits $200M in Free School Supplies
Acts of KindnessMay 13

Orlando Nonprofit Hits $200M in Free School Supplies

A Gift for Teaching has distributed $200 million worth of free school supplies to Central Florida classrooms since 1998. Every dollar donated provides $10 in resources for students in high-need schools.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read

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