Charity - Page 37

August 18, 2022

Army soldier aims to rescue desperate dog that snuck onto overseas base: 'He deserves to come home'

The nonprofit Paws of War is trying to help U.S. Army Specialist Howe send his puppy, Doc, back home to safety in Kentucky after the animal's rescue from dangerous conditions overseas.

August 16, 2022

Nashville Predators Foundation offering gift cards, preseason vouchers, giveaways for turned in guns

The Nashville Predators Foundation is teaming up with the police by offering gift cards and other prizes to people who turn in their guns.

August 14, 2022

Chicago teens build unique tribute to Ukraine out of donated breakfast cereal boxes

Chicago students created a unique Ukraine flag mosaic out of Kellogg's cereal boxes as a fundraiser for the war-torn country — and they're donating the cereal to food banks in Chicago.

August 13, 2022

America's veterans get a major assist from Bowling to Veterans Link

Bowlers to Veterans Link has raised millions for veterans over 80 years. On National Bowling Day, it made a $500,000 donation to the National Association of State Veterans' Homes.

August 10, 2022

Kentucky 18-year-old dies after helping with flood cleanup: 'He loved everyone and loved deeply'

Kentucky teenager Aaron "Mick" Crawford died last week after helping clean up damage caused by floods in the southeastern part of the state with his father.

August 10, 2022

Whitney Houston's brother pays tribute to the late singer with performance for her 59th birthday

The Whitney E. Houston Legacy Foundation put on a gala on Tuesday where the late singer's brother Gary performed to honor his sister. The event took place in Atlanta, Georgia.

August 7, 2022

NY football coach to attempt Alcatraz Sharkfest Swim for charity after knee replacement surgery

A New York high school football coach, Rich Carroll, is attempting the 2022 Alcatraz Sharkfest Swim in San Francisco Bay on August 7; all funds raised will go to his school and student-athletes.

August 5, 2022

Cancer fight intensifies as Pan-Mass Challenge charity ride nears $1B

The Pan-Massachusetts Challenge is a charity bike ride across the Bay State that has raised $831 million for the fight against cancer since its founding in 1980.

August 4, 2022

'Stray' new cat video game is helping the animals in real life

The new "Stray" video game is helping real-world cats. Gamers are streaming their gameplay experience and the proceeds are being donated to animal shelters.

July 25, 2022

National Hire a Veteran Day: Nonprofit helps veterans transition into civilian life

Nonprofit America’s Warrior Partnership works to prevent veteran suicide by improving the quality of life for veterans, including helping them find jobs plus education and health care.