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Celebrating Black History Month and National Cancer Prevention Month

February 10, 2015

Did You Know… – cancer is the second leading cause of death for African-Americans? – three of the five most common cancers for African-Americans are…

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Why Was Jordan’s One True Wish Lawn-care Equipment?

February 10, 2015

The rumble of the lawnmower fades. The scent of grass fills the air as Jordan stands up, inspects his work and smiles. Don’t get the…

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Our children deserve better, and now is the time to act.

February 10, 2015

Picture being removed from your home at just 6 years old after being exposed to neglect and domestic violence. You’re then ripped away from your siblings –…

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CVS Health Foundation Commits $5 Million to Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

February 9, 2015

WOONSOCKET, R.I., Feb. 05 /CSRwire/ –  The CVS Health Foundation today announced a $5 million five-year commitment to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids to launch its new “Making the…

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Corporate social responsibility activities serve as effective IT retention tool in India

February 9, 2015

Cognizant, the Teaneck, NJ-headquartered IT services firm with 200,000 employees and the bulk of its development operations in India, found that its corporate social responsibility…

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Facebook Organic Reach Decline Called ‘Catastrophic’ For Nonprofits As News Feed Visibility Vanishes

February 9, 2015

Bruno needs a new home, and to look at him, you might think he’ll have no problem finding one. The energetic 2-year-old pit bull is…

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Population Study Shows Salpingectomy Decreases Risk of Ovarian Cancer

February 9, 2015

Recent studies have suggested that ovarian cancer predominantly arises within the fallopian tubes or the uterus. A group of Swedish researchers hypothesized that surgical removal of…

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PetSmart Charities ‘Be My Valentine National Adoption Weekend’ is February 14-15

February 9, 2015

Come find your four-legged sweetheart during the PetSmart Charities Be My Valentine National Adoption Weekend, February 14 and 15 at your local PetSmart store. Animal welfare…

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Research progress report: Frizzled 9 and lung cancer chemoprevention

February 9, 2015

Every year, lung cancer leads to more deaths than any other cancer. An estimated 159,2601 Americans were expected to die from lung cancer in 2014, accounting…

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Dollars for Doers Programs are NOT an Incentive, but Still Essential

February 9, 2015

Most mature employee volunteering programs now include employee volunteer grants commonly known in North America as Dollars for Doers. Companies position the programs as an incentive to…

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Incorporate Matching Gifts Into Your Prospect Research

February 9, 2015

If prospect research is the eyes that spot the prospects then matching gifts are the hands that grab the donations. Of course, you can receive gifts…

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Work for Fairfax CASA!

February 6, 2015

What feels better than giving to charity? Working for one! Fairfax CASA seeks a highly organized and motivated individual to serve as Executive Assistant and Finance…

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