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:
Katie Pagnotta — Nov 14, 2012 — Social Good
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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
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
Hug-Inspired Olympics Campaigns
Coca-Cola's Summer Olympics Campaign was Inspired by True Events
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
Kind Gardening Pop-Ups
Mrs. Meyer's Compassion Store Trades Generous Acts for Garden Essentials
Philanthropy-Inspired Collections
The I’m Library People Initiative Encourages Holiday Giving
QSR Hunger Initiatives
Starbucks Expands FoodShare Program with Customer Participation Options
Beauty Brand Community Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics and Beauty 2 The Streetz Partnered in LA
Beauty Innovation Contests
Estée Lauder Launches The Catalysts Program
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Streetwear Awareness Initiatives
Streetwear Brand, Worldclass Debuts on Giving Tuesday
Community Engagement Platforms
Dmany Builds Loyal Communities to Fuel Growth and Success
Creativity-Centered Workshops
Gap's Workshop Initiative Empowers Local Makers in San Francisco
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Refuge Athlete Programs
Nike Joins Forces with the Olympic Refuge Foundation
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Whimsical Uplifting Soda Campaigns
Coca-Cola Unveils It's Magic When The World Comes Together
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Educational Fashion Partnerships
Louis Vuitton’s Design Graduates Initiative Shapes the Future
Do-Good Pizza Taste Tests
The Good Tastes Better Social Experiment Sees Purpose Impact Perception
Creator-Friendly Initiatives
Patreon Lights Up Times Square with Creator-Centric Billboard
Heartfelt Christmas Campaigns
John Lewis Presents the Festive Gifting House Campaign
Delivery-Based Food Rescue Initiatives
Albertsons Companies and Uber Partner on Food Rescue
Farmer-Supporting Branded T-Shirts
Carhartt & The Farmlink Project Collaborate on a New Initiative
Charity Health-Tech Apps
Helpster Charity Connects Sectors to provide Essential Healthcare
Diverse Community Creator Programs
The Champion Creators Program Harnesses Diverse Expression
Supplier Diversity Initiatives
Diageo's Procurement Strategy Promotes Inclusion and Empowerment
Family-Honoring Festive Campaigns
JD Celebrates all Forms of Family in 2024 Xmas Family Campaign
Global AI Art Contests
Shutterstock and the UN Partner for the Canvas of the Future
Healthcare Innovation-Enhancing Platforms
Chiesi Launches 'The Impulse' for Healthcare Innovations
Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives
Sadot Group Inc. Announced the 'Outgrower' Initaitive
Thrift Shop Holidays
Goodwill Industries International is Promoting National Thrift Shop Day
Stuttering Awareness Initiatives
The Canadian Stuttering Association & john st. Launch a Campaign
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Motivational Breakfast Ccampaigns
Quaker Canada Introduces '100 Reasons to Rise'
Branded Warm Clothing Donations
UNIQLO Stands Out with Its Heart of LifeWear Initiative
Kindness-Promoting Ad Reboots
Coca-Cola’s Christmas Kindness Campaign Returns for the Holidays
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
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
Beauty Brand Contributions
Ivy Beauty contributed $20,000 to Build NYC for Juneteenth
Socially Supportive Retailer Promotions
Wawa 'Buy a Kids Meal, Make an Impact' is Supportive
Educational Affordable Housing Initiatives
Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington is Uniting Youth
Empowering Beauty Campaigns
UNice & EBeauty Launch Unice Pink Love — Empowering Pink Warriors
Inclusive Beauty Brands Initiatives
Annabelle Cosmetics Debuts 'Pride and Beauty for Everyone'
Beauty Innovation Funds
L’Oréal's Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients Were Announced
Physical Activity-Promoting Initiatives
Cadillac Fairview Joins the Canadian Olympic Committee
Educational Food Insecurity Partnerships
Albertsons Companies Foundation Supports FCCLA
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
Collaborative Social Good Spirits
Good Deeds Whiskey Batch #2 Benefits the Stepup Foundation
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Anti-Bullying Toy Store Campaigns
Toys “R” Us Joins WITS Programs Foundation for Pink Shirt Day
Kindness-Promoting Marketing Campaigns
Once Upon a Coconut Launches 1 Million Acts of Kindness
Disaster Preparedness Initiatives
The Home Depot Foundation is Enhancing Disaster Preparedness
Kid-Focused Pizza Donation Campaigns
Domino’s Pizza is Running Its Thanks and Giving Campaign
Environmental Sustainability Business Initiatives
Butterfly Pavilion Organized a Special Coalition
Health-Forward Charity Initiatives
innocent Drinks and Co-Op Team Up to Support Fruit & Veg Access
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Community Behavioral Health Campaigns
Comprehensive Healthcare Debuts a New Recruitment Campaign
Charitable Coal Shops
The Christmas Coal Shop Supports a Charity Campaign
Cost-Effective Skincare Initiatives
The Ordinary Recently Debuted the Innovative 'Choose a Price'
Charitable Advent Calendars
24 Good Deeds Offers a Digital Advent Calendar with a Purpose
Kindness-Focused Social Media
Kyndr is a Community-Based Social Media Platform
Mental Well-Being Foundations
The AE Foundation Launched on World Mental Health Day
Social Good Breakfast Promotions
Pancakes for a Purpose Benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative To Save the Forests
Educational Agriculture Platforms
The Accountability Framework Initiative Emphasizes Ethics
Artwork-Adorned Reusable Bags
This Giant Food Reusable Bag Campaign Supports Nonprofits
Social Good Computer Drives
Digitunity Partners with OBAE to Address Technological Barriers
Food Insecurity-Targeting Initiatives
Hormel Foods Expanded Its Efforts During Hunger Action Month
Heartwarming Holiday Initiatives
United Airlines Debuts the North Pole Hub Through Fantasy Flights
Sustainable DMO-Focused Initiatives
Expedia Group Debuts Two Innovative Programs for DMOs
Chronic Desease Advocacy Groups
A Coalition of Wellness Companies Form End Chronic Disease
Social Connection-Focused Initiatives
Meals on Wheels America Combats Loneliness Among Seniors
Mental Health-Focused Brand Initiatives
Maybelline New York Partners with WHO Foundation
Charitable Laundry Initiatives
Tide Expands Its Loads of Hope Program with a New Partnership
Military Coffee Donations
Dunkin’ Donated 4,000 Pounds of Coffee
Anniversary-Celebrating Nonprofit Partnerships
LILYSILK Engages in Philanthropic Partnerships
Community Retail Events
The Nisa Making a Different Locally Pink Friday Event is Supportive
International Awareness-Bringing Events
Illumina Recently Ran Its Steps Against Cancer Campaign
Sustainable Kids Cartoon Capsules
Primark & Disney Unveil a Collection Inspired by The Lion King
Sustainable Charcoal Brands
The Good Charcoal Company Sponsors Free BBQs for Those in Need
Scholastic Dental Care Initiatives
Asda and Colgate Partnered to Donate 70,000 Dental Kits
Charitable Toy Stores
Dayra is the World's First Free Online Toy Store
Closet-Clearing Challenges
Traid's Closet Clear-out Challenge Boosts Garment Donations
Disaster Relief-Supporting Pr Initiatives
Publicity for Good Supports Hurricane Helene Relief
Christmas-Inspired Summer Campaigns
Toys for Tots Supports Children with Christmas in July
Prolonged Activism Campaigns
Oxfam's Stay In The Fight Encourages Lasting Social Influences
Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas
'Weatherman X Puppies & Golf' Collaborate to Support a Cause
Social Good Pajama Donations
Petit Lem and WCK Team up to Support Families Affected by Cancer
Childhood Hunger-Combatting Initiatives
Sysco & Share Our Strength Highlight Their Enduring Impact
Purposeful Brand Transformations
Decathlon Unveils a New Brand Identity, Logo and Brand Purpose
Activism-Focused Apparel Capsules
Aéropostale and Global Citizen Launch a New Apparel Collection
Empowering Wish Campaigns
Make-A-Wish® Canada's 'Women for Wishes' Campaign Has a $1 Million Goal
Food Insecurity-Addressing Partnerships
TUMS and Second Harvest Address Food Insecurity in Canada
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Vote-Encouraging Coin Campaigns
The Community Creates the Limited Electoral Coins
Fundraising Restaurant Collaborations
Comic Relief US & Chuck E. Cheese Team Up for Red Nose Day
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Connective Non-Profit Funding
Wingtap Connects Users with Charities in Need of Fund
Empowering Consumer-Centric Campaigns
Which? Launches a Festive Campaign to Empower Shoppers
Connective Sports Apps
Acti Forges Connections Between Like-Minded Sports Lovers
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
Reward-Based Empowerment Platforms
Learn It Live Launches the Learn, Earn, and Win Program
Paralympic Fundraising Initiatives
CPC & PFC Debut IGNITE the Light Virtual Seats Initiative
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Kindness-Promoting Flower Sharing Initiatives
Heirloom Roses Joins Growing Kindness Project
Female Orphanage Initiatives
OTB Foundation Supports an Orphanage with Jil Sander Initiative
Social Good Brand Practices
Dignity Coconuts Positions Itself to Combat Human Trafficking
Health System Improvement Initiatives
Eli Lilly and Company Has Announced a Donation to UNICEF
Anonymous Gratitude-Exchanging Platforms
'A Little Optimism' Let's People Share Weekly Gratitudes
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
Travel Company Charity Initiatives
Redtag.ca Partnered with the SickKids Foundation
Forest-Preserving Brand Initiatives
Three Prominent Chinese Fashion Companies Join Canopy
Canadian Cancer Support Platforms
Wellspring Cancer Support Recently Unveiled a New Website
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
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
Charitable E-Bike Initiatives
Lectric Bikes Partnered with Mr. Beast to Give Away 600 Bikes
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Blood Center Campaigns
Markham Yard Releases the Blood Center Campaign to Inspire Donations
Entrepreneurial Journey Insights
Founder Folks Teaches You How Founders Launched Their Business
Royalty-Generating Nature Sounds
Sounds Right Generates Royalties from Nature's Music
Empowering Nonprofit Organizations
NTI is Committed to Supporting the Disability Community
In-Person Community Builders
Spon Empowers People to Build Up Their Communities
Charitable Esports Projects
Epic Foundation Launches the Esports for Good Initiative
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Faith-First Online Platforms
The Mission Connects Like-Minded People Looking for a Deeper Meaning
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
Connective Altruistic Apps
Heart 2 Help Uses Tech Can to Foster Positive Relationships
Youth-Focused Non-Profit Programs
In Tandem's Youth Voice Fellowship Offers Paid Opportunities
Stunning Cause-Supporting Dishes
PrayerBowls Are a New Product that Support Global Change