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Small Team Seals Toxic Wells Industry Left Behind
Planet WinsMay 10

Small Team Seals Toxic Wells Industry Left Behind

The Well Done Foundation is tackling one of America's hidden environmental problems by plugging abandoned oil wells that leak methane and contaminate water. Led by Curtis Shuck, this scrappy team has developed expertise in sealing dangerous wells across the country.

Inside Climate News2 min read
Lagos Wellness Forum Funds Nigeria's Health Entrepreneurs
Community HeroesMar 31

Lagos Wellness Forum Funds Nigeria's Health Entrepreneurs

Fifty wellness entrepreneurs gathered in Lagos for Nigeria's first Wellness Impact Forum, where seven received funding and professional support to transform passion projects into sustainable businesses. Founder Tolu Eletu is building structure and credibility for an industry ready to go global.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
University of Utah Launches One-Stop Wellness Hub
SolutionsMay 16

University of Utah Launches One-Stop Wellness Hub

University of Utah students can now access all health and wellness services through a single website that connects them to mental health support, medical care, and basic needs in one place. The new Wellness Hub aims to remove barriers for students who previously had to navigate multiple departments to find help.

Google News - Student Achievement2 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
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
Saudi Arabia's AMAALA Named Top Wellness Destination
Planet WinsMay 21

Saudi Arabia's AMAALA Named Top Wellness Destination

Saudi Arabia's luxury coastal wellness resort AMAALA has been recognized by the Global Wellness Institute as a leading example of sustainable, health-focused development. The recognition marks a major milestone for the Kingdom's Vision 2030 transformation into a global tourism hub.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 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
Saudi Luxury Resort Earns Global Wellness Recognition
Planet WinsMay 21

Saudi Luxury Resort Earns Global Wellness Recognition

Saudi Arabia's Amaala resort has been named among the world's leading wellness developments by the Global Wellness Institute for its regenerative tourism approach. The Red Sea destination will cap visitors at 500,000 annually while running entirely on renewable energy. ---

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
Wellness Robots Could Ease Senior Care Crisis by 2030s
SolutionsJun 11

Wellness Robots Could Ease Senior Care Crisis by 2030s

A new framework maps how autonomous wellness robots can address staffing shortages and help seniors thrive across seven dimensions of health. The Care Robot Autonomy Scale offers a roadmap from today's basic reminders to full wellness support within a decade.

IEEE Spectrum2 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
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
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
Ghana Foundation Has Funded 117 Heart Surgeries for Kids
Acts of KindnessMay 11

Ghana Foundation Has Funded 117 Heart Surgeries for Kids

A foundation born from tragedy has transformed its mission into hope, funding life-saving heart surgeries for 117 children. The May 9 Foundation continues expanding its reach 25 years after Ghana's deadliest football disaster.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Wells Fargo Gives $1M to Rebuild Altadena After Eaton Fire
Acts of KindnessJan 31

Wells Fargo Gives $1M to Rebuild Altadena After Eaton Fire

Wells Fargo Foundation donated $1 million to help families rebuild affordable homes in Altadena after the devastating Eaton Fire. The grant will construct accessory dwelling units and help rebuild homes destroyed in the disaster. ##

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Devils Youth Foundation Awards Record $1.5M to NJ Kids
Acts of KindnessJun 2

Devils Youth Foundation Awards Record $1.5M to NJ Kids

The Devils Youth Foundation just hit a milestone, awarding a record $1.5 million to support 38 organizations and 10 deserving students across New Jersey. More than 93,000 young people will benefit from programs focused on sports, wellness, education, and the arts.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Wellness Brands Earn Trust With Transparency Over Hype
SolutionsJun 4

Wellness Brands Earn Trust With Transparency Over Hype

Shoppers tired of empty promises are pushing wellness companies to prove their products actually work. The brands winning now are ditching vague claims for clear, credible science.

Fast Company2 min read
Florida High School Opens Wellness Room for Mental Health
InnovationMar 12

Florida High School Opens Wellness Room for Mental Health

A Florida high school just transformed a classroom into a dedicated space where students can reset, build coping skills, and find support during tough moments. The Panther's Den wellness room is part of a growing movement putting mental health resources directly into schools where teens need them most.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Former Dogpound CEO Launches $5M Fund for Wellness Founders
Acts of KindnessJan 22

Former Dogpound CEO Launches $5M Fund for Wellness Founders

Jenny Liu, former CEO of celebrity hotspot Dogpound gym, just closed a $5 million fund to back wellness startups led by women and minority founders. Her new fund, Crush It Ventures, is already investing in companies that help people feel better, inside and out.

TechCrunch2 min read
Parents Launch Foundation to Save Daughter's Vision
VideosFeb 12

Parents Launch Foundation to Save Daughter's Vision

After their daughter was diagnosed with a rare disease stealing her sight and hearing, one family turned heartbreak into action by launching a foundation to fund personalized gene therapy research. Their work could help thousands of families facing similar battles.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
67% Stay Hooked on This 10-Minute Workplace Wellness Fix
Health & WellnessMar 19

67% Stay Hooked on This 10-Minute Workplace Wellness Fix

A new AI-powered wellness platform achieved 67% sustained engagement compared to just 3% for apps like Calm and Headspace. The secret? Meeting workers where they are with real-time emotional support instead of scheduled sessions.

Fast Company3 min read

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