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A minor league hockey team in Grand Rapids turned their season into a fundraising powerhouse, generating nearly $900,000 for local schools and nonprofits. From teddy bear tosses to jersey auctions, the Griffins proved sports can be a force for good.
A sold-out comedy fundraiser at Bergamot Station is helping a Lions Club expand support for nonprofits facing rising demand. Eight comedians brought laughs while the community rallied behind local service organizations.
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.
A mental health nonprofit founded after the October 7 Nova festival massacre now provides free trauma care to over 1,500 survivors every month. SafeHeart has helped thousands rebuild their lives without charging a single shekel.
When children lose a parent in Utah, a groundbreaking state program now ensures they get both grief counseling and financial support. Since 2023, officials and nonprofits are connecting families to $1,100 monthly benefits most never knew existed.
After beating leukemia at 27, Dan Exter turned a hospital bed promise into Layups 4 Life, a nonprofit that's raised thousands for cancer research through 3-on-3 basketball tournaments. His fourth annual event brings families together for hoops, raffles, and hope.
Lary Walker organized a hygiene kit drive in Central Springs that drew dozens of volunteers and produced hundreds of kits for unhoused neighbors. His effort connected with local nonprofits facing donation shortages and inspired plans for ongoing support.
A Kentucky restaurant owner pledged to donate every dollar of profit to nonprofits. One year later, Noah's Kitchen has given away over $100,000 while staying financially strong.
Reno County is calling for volunteers to help bring summer fun to life at zoos, libraries, and community festivals. From running game booths to serving food at celebrations, there are dozens of ways to make a difference this season.
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.
A new online hub in Wisconsin is making it easier than ever for people to find meaningful volunteer work. The free platform has already connected over 400 volunteers with 36 local nonprofits in just two months.
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When corporate volunteers disappeared after the pandemic, a San Francisco meal charity found an unexpected solution. Now robots work alongside humans to deliver 200 extra meals per hour to people in need.
The Cambridge Community Foundation just distributed $1.4 million across 157 local organizations working to make their community stronger. Through 14 review meetings and 44 volunteer advisors, the foundation is doubling down on supporting neighbors who need it most.
The WM Phoenix Open just broke its own fundraising record for the fourth year running, raising over $20.1 million for Arizona nonprofits. That's $2 million more than last year's already impressive haul.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated over $7 billion in 2025 to nearly 200 organizations, bringing her lifetime giving to $26 billion. Her unconventional approach sends unrestricted funding directly to grassroots nonprofits, historically Black colleges, and overlooked communities.
The Milwaukee Admirals turned every goal, save, and assist this season into cold hard cash for nine local charities. Their Community Partners program, which matches corporate donations with team performance stats, delivered over $125,000 to organizations serving Milwaukee families.
The Nashville Predators Foundation just wrapped its most generous season ever, distributing over $4 million to Middle Tennessee communities. In one day alone, 199 local nonprofits received grants totaling more than $855,000.
A new digital platform in Marathon County, Wisconsin is making it easier than ever for people to find meaningful volunteer work. In just two months, over 400 volunteers have signed up to support 36 local nonprofits through a single free platform.
Two nonprofit institutions in Delaware County employ roughly 9,000 people and anchor the local economy alongside hundreds of other mission-driven organizations. This often-overlooked sector brings stability, imports funding, and creates jobs less vulnerable to economic shocks.
Retired professionals across Long Island are turning free time into community impact, with 500 AARP volunteers and 2,500 Northwell helpers leading a post-pandemic volunteer surge. From hospital pet therapy to lobbying in Albany, these experienced do-gooders prove that retirement is just the beginning.
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