Charity unifies the world together for good causes. They are organized and lead to help those less fortunate and to raise money and awareness for an array of different causes and beliefs. Particular social businesses focus on health, sustainability and social well-being. Philanthropic foundations demonstrate the impact each individual can have for a cause and ignite a passion for helping others.
Some charities only generate income through donation, whereas others provide employment, a one-for-one model or offer merchandise in return for generous contributions. Special projects feature designs and celebrity endorsements that gather recognition and worldwide attention. Those interested can become involved by volunteering or simply contributing donations.
Charitable initiatives help others, spark philanthropic endeavors and reassure the world that people still care about people and the world we live in.
72 Cause-Driven Initiatives
From Charitable Currency Converters to Monthly Goodwill Memberships:
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Frisky Philanthropy Calendars
This Spread for the Bay Area Harm Reduction Organizations is Hot

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Chic Charitable Jewelry
The Joan B. Hornig Foundation Donates To The Buyer's Charity Of Choice
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Chic Charitable Stuffed Animals
The Vogue Pudsey Bear Donates Funds to Children in Need
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Socially Responsible Bangles
Alkemie Jewelry is Made from 100% Reclaimed Materials
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Employment-Providing Shoes
The Nisolo Footwear Line Creates Sustainable Jobs
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Designer Chair Auctions
The BIG Chair Project Raises Funds for the Better Food Foundation
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Socially Conscious Timepieces
The Purchase of a 1:Face Watch Brings Awareness to Global Issues
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Purpose-Driven Beauty Products
Radiant Cosmetics Raises Money to End Human Trafficking
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DIY Nonprofit Water Bottles
Aquavation Supports Social Organizations Through Design
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Charitable Coffee Shops
The Movement Cafe is an Artsy Space That Hosts Local Performers
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Beneficent Bijoux
Jewelry for a Cause Supports Charity Fundraising Projects
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Philanthropic Woven Accessories
Pura Vida Bracelets Supports Artistans in Costa Rica
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Hip-Hop Social Enterprises
The Global Block Foundation Promotes Personal Sustainability
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Adventures with Purpose
Sam Bruce Shares 10 Ethical Holiday Providers of Sustainable Tourism
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Activism-Inspiring Architecture
The Debowa Housing Estate Sparks a Dialogue on Social Assistance
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Fast Food Philanthropy Toys
Creations for Charity Big Mak Figurines Help Children in Need
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Benevolent Bands
HANDS Directs All Proceeds Towards Their Many Humanitarian Projects
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Supermodel Charity Graphic Tees
The BNE Kate Moss T-Shirt Helps Provide Clean Water to the Poor
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Luxurious Socially Conscious Tees
Yoox.com’s Socially Conscious Apparel Gives Fashion a Kind
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Reimagined Sci-Fi Helmets
Rehashed Star Wars Helms by ‘As You Wish Helmet Project'
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Goolish Fundraising Events
The Zombie Car Wash in Toronto is a Spooky Experience
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Social Impact Collaborations
'Root Cause' Consulting Brings Leaders Together to Solve Issues
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Charity-Supporting Kicks
GIDEON SHOES are Hand-Crafted in an Anti-Sweatshop Ethical Workplace
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Sight-Impaired Simulating Projects
YouAreBlind.Com Challenged Creative Teams to Lose Their Vision
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Supercharged Social Media Activism
The Kony 2012 Video Looks to Save "Invisible Children"
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Viral Activism Photography
The Kony Virus, Text and Photos by Adam Deangelis Raise Awareness
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Upcycled Leather Canisters
Matka Vases are Made Using High-Quality Scrap Materials
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Marc Sachdev, Founder and CFO of Aquavation (INTERVIEW)
'Motivation Through Hydration'
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Micro-Volunteering Platforms
Raise5 Enables the Charitable Giving of Your Time and Talents
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Poverty-Conscious Quilts
Kathryn Clark Creates an Artistic Display of Foreclosures With Blankets
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Beneficial Nonprofit Wine Labels
The Little Grape That Could is an Altruistic Toronto Vino Brand
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Consumer Directed Philanthropy
The Amex Members Project
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Dare-Based Fundraising
CharityKick Produces the Most Daring Charity Fundraising Ideas
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Sci-Fi Activism
The VW: Dark Side Campaign by Greenpeace Targets the Car Brand for CO2 Emissions
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Charity-Helping Hipster Fashion
Jedidiah Aligns Contemporary Clothing with Compassionate Endeavors
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Scaly Educational Sculptures
The Muju Ocean Guardians are Charitable and Promote Environmentalism
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Cause-Based Social Networks
KooDooZ Acts as a Soapbox for Youth Entrepreneurs
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Street Tweet Activism
One Street Tweeter Prints 40 Character Messages Onto Highways
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Global Charity Microfinancers
WildHearts Provides Microloans to Help People Work out of Poverty
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Ethical Artisan-Empowering Organizations
Shopping for a Change is a Globally Minded Non-Profit
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Charitable Designer Stuffed Animals
The Children In Need Pudsey Bears Were Designed By Big Names
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Charity-Supporting Care Packages
Bffl Co Creates Bags To Provide Comfort To Surgery Patients
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Shocking Bathroom Activism
The MTV 'Give a Sh*t' Project Raises Awareness on the Throne
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Gigantic Charitable Undergarments
The World's Largest Bra is on Auction for Breast Cancer
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Halloween Charity Crafts
The UNICEF Create-A-Character Contest Raises Money for Hungry Children
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Poverty-Fighting Purses
The Sass & Bide ITC Project Promotes Ethnical Fashion and Social Good
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Poo Poo Philanthropy
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Invests in Toilet Technology
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Charitable Shoe-Vinyl Boxsets
The Rivieras Pachanga Boys Boxset is Being Auctioned Off for Charity
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Honorary Laptop Sales
The Steve Jobs 'Tribute MacBook Pro' Remembers the Tech Icon
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Rewarding Recycling Stations
The Pepsi Dream Machine Prepares to Make Its Debut (UPDATE)
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Charitable Holiday Apps
The Apple Donation Box App Donates the Price of Unwanted Apps to Charity
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Bronzed Animal Activism
The Surfrider Foundation 'Ocean Armor' Campaign Shows a Lack of Protection
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Chic Carbon Neutral Aqua Companies
Belu Water is an Ethical Bottled Brand in the UK
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Charitable Currency Converters
The Add Up Currency Exchange System Swaps Loose Change Banks Won't
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Artistic Globe Auctions
The Conde Nast Traveler 2012 Visionaries Series is Designed by Celebrities
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CharitySub (INTERVIEW)
An Online Platform for Simplified Giving
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Charitable Diamond Bracelets
Profits From the Harry Winston Hope Bracelet Goes to Charities
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Community-Driven Agencies
The Burton Street Foundation Enhances the Quality of Life in Sheffield
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One-for-One Apparel Campaigns (UPDATE)
Marks & Spencer Launches a Recycling Initiative 'Shwopping'
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Do-Good Sports Equipment
The Ludo Soccer Ball by Uncharted Play Raises Money for Charity
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Communication-Aiding Equipment
Action Deafness Tech Provides Tools That Better Lives Across the UK
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Venture Philanthropy Co-ops
Chetna Organic Seeks to Enable Ethical Supply Chains from India
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Social Innovation Philanthropies
New Profit Inc. Supports Entrepreneurs for Large-Scale Change
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Monthly Goodwill Memberships
CharitySub Makes Supporting Urgent Causes Easy
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Interactive Cancer-Fighting Campaigns
Puma 2012 Project Pink Asks 'Who Do You Wear Pink For?'
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Stacey Horowitz, Founder of Shopping for a Change (INTERVIEW)
Supporting Global Artisans
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Celebrity-endorsed Charity Campaigns
The Power Of 2 Pits Stars Against Each Other For Good Causes
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Comical Duo Music Revivals
Flight of the Conchords Raise Money for Sick Children
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Rehab-Funding Mocktails
The Brink Liverpool is an Alcohol-Free Bar and Recovery Social Enterprise
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Smooth Street Initiatives
Potholes for Poverty Repairs Roads and Inspires Community in Portland
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Picture Book Philanthropy
The Ehon Project Promotes Levity and Literacy in Northern Japan
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Blind Poetry
Australian Designers Create Braille Jewellery Line
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AI-Driven Video Generation Platforms
Cadbury Launches the a Cheer for Every Volunteer Campaign
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Vison Loss Research Fundraisers
Fighting Blindness Canada Held the 'Move for Sight' Fundraiser
QSR Hunger Initiatives
Starbucks Expands FoodShare Program with Customer Participation Options
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Sizable Laundry Donation Campaigns
Bath & Body Works Donates Its Products to Two Non-Profits
Beauty Brand Community Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics and Beauty 2 The Streetz Partnered in LA
Philanthropy-Inspired Collections
The I’m Library People Initiative Encourages Holiday Giving
Fashion Industry Greenwashing Reports
Fashion Takes Action Zeroes in on Greenwashing Practices
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Global Inclusive Retail Initaitives
Women-Led Wednesday Promotes Women-Operated Businesses
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
Running-Inspired Global Campaigns
Saucony Debuted Its Run as One Campaign on March 4th
Social Responsibility-Aligned Corporate Marketing
GoodBrand Impact is a Newly Launched Agency
Streetwear Awareness Initiatives
Streetwear Brand, Worldclass Debuts on Giving Tuesday
Charitable Loyalty Program Expansions
Points4purpose Expands CommunityRewards™ to American Express
Heartfelt Christmas Campaigns
John Lewis Presents the Festive Gifting House Campaign
Coffee Kindess Initiatives
Cambio Roasters Launches Random Act of Kindness Week Campaign
AI Project-Targeting Fundraising Initiatives
Kommunitas Aims to Support AI Agent Projects
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Generative AI Healthcare Solutions
Light-It Group Debuts a New Chapter — Enlighten Ventures
Creator-Friendly Initiatives
Patreon Lights Up Times Square with Creator-Centric Billboard
Influencer-Curated Second-Hand Pop-Up
Evergreen Goodwill Partners with Seattle-Based Influencers
Nonprofit Technology Solutions
Benevolent Tech Launched the Mission Action Pack (MAP)
Pet Cancer-Focused Initiatives
Petco Love and Blue Buffalo Renew Their Collaborative Efforts
Charity Health-Tech Apps
Helpster Charity Connects Sectors to provide Essential Healthcare
Charity Organization Rebrands
Humane World for Animals Launches a Powerful Campaign
Impactful Gaming Experiences
Humanity Games Combines Retro Gameplay With Real-World Lessons
Supplier Diversity Initiatives
Diageo's Procurement Strategy Promotes Inclusion and Empowerment
Healthcare Innovation-Enhancing Platforms
Chiesi Launches 'The Impulse' for Healthcare Innovations
Thrift Shop Holidays
Goodwill Industries International is Promoting National Thrift Shop Day
Stuttering Awareness Initiatives
The Canadian Stuttering Association & john st. Launch a Campaign
Do-Good Pizza Taste Tests
The Good Tastes Better Social Experiment Sees Purpose Impact Perception
Wildfire Relief Initiatives
Beauty Together is A Collaborative Effort for Wildfire Relief
Gamified Crowdfunding Platforms
Tiltify Personal Helps Raise Money with Interactive Tools
Creative-Centric Campaigns
CFDA and Swarovski Launch Re:Generation Fund to Empower Creatives
Kindness-Promoting Ad Reboots
Coca-Cola’s Christmas Kindness Campaign Returns for the Holidays
Pay-What-You-Want Gaming Platforms
Humble Bundle Changes Game Distribution with Flexible Pricing
Sustainably Handcrafted Bag Initiatives
The Tote of Hope Supports the Sheltersuit Foundation
CPG Goods-Focused Initiatives
Ignite20 Launches CPG VC Fund & Accelerator Program
Family-Assisting QSR Initiatives
McDonald's Canada Will Host the McHappy Day Initiative on May 8
Educational Affordable Housing Initiatives
Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington is Uniting Youth
Socially Supportive Retailer Promotions
Wawa 'Buy a Kids Meal, Make an Impact' is Supportive
Empowering Beauty Campaigns
UNice & EBeauty Launch Unice Pink Love — Empowering Pink Warriors
Childhood Literacy-Promoting Initiatives
International Paper Has Reaffirmed Its Dedication
Physical Activity-Promoting Initiatives
Cadillac Fairview Joins the Canadian Olympic Committee
Kindness-Promoting Culinary Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marks World Kindness Day
Food Insecurity Retail Campaigns
Asda 'You Buy, We Donate' Benefits BBC Children in Need
Small Business Support Initiatives
Mastercard Awards Ten Female Entrepreneurs with Grants
Social Connection-Focused Initiatives
Meals on Wheels America Combats Loneliness Among Seniors
Kid-Focused Pizza Donation Campaigns
Domino’s Pizza is Running Its Thanks and Giving Campaign
Community Engagement Platforms
Dmany Builds Loyal Communities to Fuel Growth and Success
Disaster Preparedness Initiatives
The Home Depot Foundation is Enhancing Disaster Preparedness
Environmental Sustainability Business Initiatives
Butterfly Pavilion Organized a Special Coalition
Branded Warm Clothing Donations
UNIQLO Stands Out with Its Heart of LifeWear Initiative
Health-Forward Charity Initiatives
innocent Drinks and Co-Op Team Up to Support Fruit & Veg Access
Branded Health Initiatives
Hims & Hers Debut Health Collective & Community Member Council
Hockey Hero-Celebrating Campaigns
The Crown Royal Celebrates Canada's Unsung Hockey Heroes
Community Behavioral Health Campaigns
Comprehensive Healthcare Debuts a New Recruitment Campaign
Cost-Effective Skincare Initiatives
The Ordinary Recently Debuted the Innovative 'Choose a Price'
Charitable Coal Shops
The Christmas Coal Shop Supports a Charity Campaign
Philanthropic Housing Initiatives
The RONA Foundation Boasts the 'Build from the Heart' Program
Empowering Women Entrepreneur Programs
Suzy Levian Recently Launched the EmpowerHer™ Program
Mental Well-Being Foundations
The AE Foundation Launched on World Mental Health Day
Global Holiday Giving Journeys
Disney Sends Mickey Mouse on the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive
Collaboraive Women-Empowering Initiatives
Giant Tiger Joins the Canadian Women’s Foundation
Educational Agriculture Platforms
The Accountability Framework Initiative Emphasizes Ethics
Community Retail Events
The Nisa Making a Different Locally Pink Friday Event is Supportive
Technology Gap-Addressing Education Initiatives
Best Buy Canada Launches Teen Tech for Tomorrow
Need-Based Public Fundraising Initiatives
The Salvation Army Urges Public Support in New Campaign
Canadian Entrepreneur-Focused Marketplaces
Futurpreneur Marketplace Emerges as a Timely Initiative
Collaborative Social Good Spirits
Good Deeds Whiskey Batch #2 Benefits the Stepup Foundation
Philanthropic Diaper Partnerships
HealthyBaby Donated 750,000 Diapers to Families
Mental Illness-Focused Clubhouses
Goodwill NYNJ Has Inaugurated Brick House in Newark
In-Game Tree-Planting Initatives
Dots.eco & Candivore Debut an Eco Initiative for Match Masters
Social Good Computer Drives
Digitunity Partners with OBAE to Address Technological Barriers
Culture-Focused Crowdfunding Campaigns
NTD International Competitions Runs a Crowdfunding Campaign
Ball Game-Promoting Urban Initiatives
London Sport and Saatchi & Saatchi Run 'More Ball Games'
Food Insecurity-Targeting Initiatives
Hormel Foods Expanded Its Efforts During Hunger Action Month
Charitable Advent Calendars
24 Good Deeds Offers a Digital Advent Calendar with a Purpose
Heartwarming Holiday Initiatives
United Airlines Debuts the North Pole Hub Through Fantasy Flights
At-Risk Youth-Targeted Initiatives
Victoria's Secret Notes Its Work with Pacific Links Foundation
Canadian Non-Profit Organization-Supporting Campaigns
RONA Foundation Debuts Build from the Heart
Employment-Focused Charity Initiatives
ComIT Addresses Barriers and Provides Free Tech Training
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
International Awareness-Bringing Events
Illumina Recently Ran Its Steps Against Cancer Campaign
Hospitality Worker-Supporting Initiatives
Karl Strauss Brewing Partners with Restaurants Care
Scholastic Dental Care Initiatives
Asda and Colgate Partnered to Donate 70,000 Dental Kits
Sustainable Charcoal Brands
The Good Charcoal Company Sponsors Free BBQs for Those in Need
Inclusive Design Business Initiatives
Microsoft’s #BuildFor2030 Initiative Emphasizes Inclusivity
Real-World Business Ideas
People Problems Discovers Real Business Opportunities From Daily Needs
Closet-Clearing Challenges
Traid's Closet Clear-out Challenge Boosts Garment Donations
Firefighter Cancer Initiatives
V Foundation Runs the Turnout for Firefighters Cancer Research Fund
Disaster Relief-Supporting Pr Initiatives
Publicity for Good Supports Hurricane Helene Relief
Community-Led Grocery Initatives
CaringBridge and Instacart Unite to Enhance Delivery Services
Displaced Families Initiatives
The HOPE Foundation Supports Those Affected by Wildfires in LA
Women-Empowering Work Programs
Vantage Foundation and Grab Indonesia Address Workforce Challenges
Youth-Targeted Finance Campaigns
Little Learners, Big Earners Teaches Money Basics to Gen Alpha
Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas
'Weatherman X Puppies & Golf' Collaborate to Support a Cause
Kindness-Promoting Flower Sharing Initiatives
Heirloom Roses Joins Growing Kindness Project
Community-Based Selling Platforms
Build, Sell, and Thrive with Digital Creations with YouTribe
Gender Gap-Addressing Education Initiatives
Organizations Emphasize the Need for Girls' Education
Child Neglect-Focused Campaigns
Vantage Foundation Partners with SOS Children's Villages Portugal
Food Insecurity-Addressing Partnerships
TUMS and Second Harvest Address Food Insecurity in Canada
Community Wellness-Focused Initiatives
The Life Time Foundation Reinforces Commitment to Wellness
Charitable Bourbon Initiatives
Buffalo Trace Distillery Debuts 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities
Philanthropic Healthcare Initiatives
Toyota Motor North America Boasts the Way Forward Fund
Franchise Business-Friendly Programs
Art of Franchising Strengthens Sector in the Philippines
Daily Kindness Prompts
'Sharing Your Kindness' Makes Spreading Positivity a Daily Habit
Philanthropic Whiskey Campaigns
Misunderstood Whiskey Co. Introduces 'Have a Toddy, Help Somebody'
Empowering Consumer-Centric Campaigns
Which? Launches a Festive Campaign to Empower Shoppers
Connective Non-Profit Funding
Wingtap Connects Users with Charities in Need of Fund
Crowdfunding Feedback Platforms
FeedFund Sets Goals, Collects Donations and Track Progress
QSR Book Initiatives
SONIC Drive-In Donates to Expand Book Access Across America
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Expert-Driven Health Education Initiatives
NaturalHealth365 Programs Emphasizes Accessibility
Retail Boosting Citywide Initiatives
Aberdeen is Bringing Back its 'Shop Aberdeen' Initiative
Consumer Values-Based Audiences
Givsly Debuts Values-Based Audiences to Streamline Marketing
Kindness-Focused Charity Initiatives
The Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup is Back for Another Season
Charity Donation Discovery
CharityExplorer Helps You Find, Donate To, and Track Charities Easily
Charitable Food Donation Initiatives
Nando's Mandela Day Dash Honors Underserved Communities
Collaborative Homelessness Initiatives
AMH Joins HomeAid to Address the Homelessness Crisis
Charity Contest Campaigns
Momcozy Recently Announced the Love in Action Campaign
Insider Account-Based Leads
Fundraise Insider Provides High-Quality Leads for Account-Based Sales
Travel Company Charity Initiatives
Redtag.ca Partnered with the SickKids Foundation
Female Orphanage Initiatives
OTB Foundation Supports an Orphanage with Jil Sander Initiative
City-Wide Food Drive Events
VGTNYC Supports City Harvest Through a Food Drive Event
Children-Focused Literacy Campaigns
Scholastic Focuses on Expanding Access to Books
Empowering Nonprofit Organizations
NTI is Committed to Supporting the Disability Community
Childhood Hunger-Combatting Initiatives
Sysco & Share Our Strength Highlight Their Enduring Impact
In-Person Community Builders
Spon Empowers People to Build Up Their Communities
Family-Supporting Restaurant Initiatives
White Spot Partners with Variety – the Children’s Charity
Entrepreneur-Specific Global Hubs
Endeavor Has Launched a New Global Hub in London
Local Economic Growth Initiatives
Hershey's is Supporting Village Savings and Loan Associations
Growth-Based Marketing Platforms
Crowdtiv Connects Mentors and Mentees to Grow Businesses
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities
Accessible Christmas Initiatives
The Santa Reads Braille Initiative Ensures Inclusivity
Startup Partnership Platforms
Foundance Helps Startups Find Co-Founders and Structures Agreements