Philanthropy News

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Ellavoz Children’s Literacy Foundation (ECLF) took a heartfelt step toward closing the literacy gap by sponsoring a special author visit to Spring Park Elementary School, a Title I school in Jacksonville, Florida. Multiple presentations to kindergarten through 5th grade students were given by New York Times bestselling author, Beth Ferry, whose stories of friendship, kindness, and found family have long captured the imaginations of young readers. In the...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Macy’s unveils “Celebrations Start at Macy’s,” a year-long platform designed to put Macy’s at the center of customers’ important moments. From everyday celebrations to once-in-a-lifetime milestones, Macy’s inspires customers at every step of their journey. “Celebrations Start at Macy’s” will come to life throughout the year for customers through immersive experiences and national celebrations including prom, Mother's Day, Father’s Day, the 50th Macy’s 4th of Ju...

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The seventh paragraph should read: The following businesses also earned the distinction of being in the 125th Anniversary Club by committing to raise $12,500 or more in honor of CHLA’s 125th anniversary: Agent Nateur, Alfred, Alltroo, Babylist, Chicco, Delta Air Lines, Eataly, GUESS Foundation, Irene Neuwirth, LA Kings, Los Angeles Marathon, Nuna, Pampers, Porto’s Bakery and Café, and Prologis. The updated release reads: CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES LAUNCHES 11T...

OKLAHOMA CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MidFirst Bank presented a $25,000 check to Infant Crisis Services in support of their annual Boots & Ball Gowns fundraising event. The contribution underscores MidFirst Bank’s continued commitment to strengthening the communities it serves and supporting organizations that provide essential care to Oklahoma’s most vulnerable families. Boots & Ball Gowns is Infant Crisis Services’ largest annual fundraiser, raising critical funds to support its mission tha...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AHF to President Trump: Save Florida's AIDS Drug Assistance Program!...

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Samsung Electronics America, along with entrepreneurs Mark Cuban, Emma Grede and Allison Stransky, hosted the first-ever Samsung Solve for Tomorrow: AI in Action Lab in New York City, bringing together hundreds of students for a hands-on experience designed to turn curiosity about AI into real-world opportunity. Students from A. Philip Randolph Campus High School received education and career advice from Mark Cuban, Emma Grede and Samsung executives, and...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation continued its work to strengthen local communities and advance health outcomes in 2025, investing $12 million in New York through a multi-lever approach that includes grantmaking and associate community engagement. “Our work in New York is grounded in partnership and supporting community-led solutions that improve outcomes for families and individuals facing some of the most persistent health challenges,” said Dr. Christy V...

BROWNSVILLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Housing Authority of the City of Brownsville (HACB) celebrated the grand opening of the historic El Jardin, reborn as an affordable residential community, in downtown Brownsville, Texas, thanks in part to a $1.1 million Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) through member Texas Regional Bank. Originally built in 1927, El Jardin operated as a hotel until the late 1980s. The property, which sat vacan...

WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced that Omani and Jeanie Carson, of Omaha, Nebraska, have been named the inaugural departure day Dove 1 for the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift. The Carsons will donate their aircraft and crew to lead athletes home at the conclusion of the Games, marking the first year this honorary departure day distinction has been established. As departure day Dove 1, the Carsons will guide the first aircraf...

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Human trafficking is not a hidden crime; it is a predictable one, often escalating higher risk during periods of heightened travel, temporary employment, and increased economic activity. In 2024 alone, the National Human Trafficking Hotline documented more than 9,600 trafficking cases nationwide, impacting over 16,000 victims, with experts estimating that many incidents go unreported. California remains among the states most affected, with more than 1,300 traffick...