Philanthropy News

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vickie Chen, Founder and CEO of award-winning mobile games company AviaGames, has been granted the highest honor, the Platinum Award, for the Outstanding Chief Executive Officer category of the 2026 TITAN Women in Business Awards. This recognition celebrates Vickie’s success not only as a business strategist in the gaming industry but also as a leader in female empowerment and charitable giving. Vickie Chen is transforming traditional stereotypes surrounding the...

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) today announced eight scholarships for undergraduate and graduate women studying in the Bay Area. FWSF provides $10,000 scholarships to undergraduate students and $15,000 to graduate students studying finance or related fields. To qualify, women must demonstrate a commitment to pursuing careers connected to the financial services industry, among other criteria. FWSF pairs each student with a designated mentor to help suppor...

COLUMBIA, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The MolinaCares Accord presents $60,000 grant to Feeding Missouri to support mobile food pantries....

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express today announced two new AI training and education initiatives, in collaboration with nonprofits Generation and Scholarship America, to help small businesses build practical AI skills in their day-to-day operations. AI Upskilling for Small Business, an AI training program created by Generation, is open to small businesses globally, with courses offered in English and Spanish. Smart Futures for Small Business Scholarships, administered by Scholarship Am...

ALEXANDRIA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Judge Mary S. Scriven, selected to receive prestigious 2026 American Inns of Court Professionalism Award for the 11th Circuit....

ACCRA, Ghana--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Abigail Agyeiwaa has been named the 2026 regional winner of the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa by the International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge). A teacher at Mangoase Senior High School in the Akuapem North Municipality, Abigail was chosen by the judges for her impact on education and wellbeing for young people in her community. Her win follows that of fellow Ghanaian Portia Dzilah, who took...

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This May, ZIPS Car Wash is celebrating the everyday heroes who keep communities running strong. Throughout the month, the company is offering a special weekday offer for teachers, nurses, military personnel, and first responders across the country. Every weekday in May, eligible local heroes can receive 25% off a Premier Car Wash by using the code HERO with your Employer/Military ID at any ZIPS Car Wash. Similar offers are available with wash code HERO at Jet Brit...

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Circle K, the global convenience store chain, is throwing the party of the summer – and everyone's invited. As America celebrates its 250th birthday, Circle K is America's Party Stop, kicking things off with a Fuel Day at participating locations across the U.S. on May 7 and delivering savings, big rewards and community moments that make every stop worth celebrating all summer long. The celebration kicks off with a signature Circle K Fuel Day event on Thursday,...

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GoFundMe and the GivingTuesday Data Commons today announced new research that highlights a critical shift – and opportunity – for nonprofits: Gen Z already participates in philanthropy at higher rates than other adults, with a distinct strength in giving rooted in personal relationships and social connections. They are supporting causes through sharing, donating, advocating, and community fundraising, often in visible, digital formats that inspire their peers to give...

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pet Honesty launches The Honest Difference, committing to science-backed, clean pet products and donating $1M to support pets in need....