Charity law

Foundation Source Names Peter Handler Philanthropic Director For Central Region

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Charity law, Foundation, Private foundation

FAIRFIELD, Conn., July 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Foundation Source, the nation's largest provider of support services to private foundations, announces its appointment of Peter Handler as Philanthropic Director for its Central Region.

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  • FAIRFIELD, Conn., July 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Foundation Source, the nation's largest provider of support services to private foundations, announces its appointment of Peter Handler as Philanthropic Director for its Central Region.
  • He joins Senior Philanthropic Directors Elizabeth Wong, who handles the Western Region, and Robyn Hullihan, who covers the Eastern Region.
  • In this role, Mr. Handler joins the firm's Philanthropic Advisory Services team to help clients accomplish their philanthropic goals through research, strategic planning, grantmaking and evaluations, governance, and family engagement.
  • Prior to Foundation Source, Mr. Handler held multiple roles in seven separate Chicago-area foundations: consultant to the Coleman Foundation; executive director of The Reva & David Logan Foundation; trustee of the Laughing Acres Family Foundation; senior program officer at The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation; advisor to the Phyllis and Henry Cretors Foundation; and grants review consultant for both the Crossroads Fund and The Field Foundation of Illinois.

American Water Charitable Foundation Announces 2020 Keep Communities Flowing Grant Award Recipients

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Environment, Other Energy, Utilities, Philanthropy, Energy, Other Natural Resources, Other Philanthropy, Foundation, Natural Resources, Charity law, Taxation in the United States, Foundation, 501(c) organization, Grant, 501(c)(3) organization, Social economy, Economy

The American Water Charitable Foundation , a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by American Water , the nations largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, today announced the recipients of the 2020 Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program awards.

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  • The American Water Charitable Foundation , a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by American Water , the nations largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, today announced the recipients of the 2020 Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program awards.
  • The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to support communities served by American Water to directly enhance local environmental and sustainability efforts through the Foundations Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, said Carrie Williams, president of the American Water Charitable Foundation.
  • The Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program was developed in 2019 by the American Water Charitable Foundation to support communities served by American Water with community-focused projects that directly improve the quality of life for residents and the surrounding ecosystems.
  • For more information about the Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, contact the American Water Charitable Foundation at [email protected] .

National Center for Police Defense Announces Support for Minneapolis Officers Thomas Lane & Alex Kueng

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Monday, July 13, 2020
Taxation in the United States, Charity law, 501(c) organization, 501(c)(3) organization, Charitable organization, Organizations

If Officers Lane and Kueng are convicted, they may face up to 40 years in prison.

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  • If Officers Lane and Kueng are convicted, they may face up to 40 years in prison.
  • The National Center for Police Defense will campaign and raise funds and support for Officers Lane and Kueng as they work through the legal system and prepare for their court hearings.
  • To donate to the cause, visit: www.nationalcenterforpolicedefense.com/donate
    National Center for Police Defense is a charitable organization, organized under Section 501(c)(3) with the IRS.
  • Contributions made to the National Center for Police Defense are tax-deductible.

Alexion Charitable Foundation Announces First Rare Belonging® Grants

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Philanthropy, Health, Infectious diseases, Foundation, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Charity law, Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Life sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical industry, Foundation, 501(c)(3) organization, Alexion, the Alexion Charitable Foundation, Alexion

The Alexion Charitable Foundation, launched by Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALXN) in February 2020, today announced it has awarded a total of $1.1 million in initial grants that align with its Rare Belonging focus.

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  • The Alexion Charitable Foundation, launched by Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALXN) in February 2020, today announced it has awarded a total of $1.1 million in initial grants that align with its Rare Belonging focus.
  • The global COVID-19 pandemic has created additional obstacles in managing their health and well-being, said Alex Schuman, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Alexion & President of the Alexion Charitable Foundation.
  • NORD is delighted to be among the first recipients of the Alexion Charitable Foundations Rare Belonging grants, said Jill Pollander, RN, MSN, Director of Patient Services for NORD.
  • The Alexion Charitable Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) foundation, is organized and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes.

NC Healthcare Foundation Announces COVID-19 “Fill the Gap” Grants

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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Other Consumer, Women, Infectious diseases, Hospitals, MEN, Philanthropy, General Health, Consumer, Health, Foundation, Charity law, Finance, Foundation, Philanthropy in the United States, David Tepper, Businesspeople, Money, Other Consumer, Women, Infectious diseases, Hospitals, MEN, Philanthropy, General Health, Consumer, Health, Foundation, Charity law, Finance, Foundation, Philanthropy in the United States, David Tepper, Businesspeople, Money

Nearly $2 million in grants will be distributed to 19 organizations statewide through the North Carolina Healthcare Foundations COVID-19 Fill the Gap Response Fund.

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  • Nearly $2 million in grants will be distributed to 19 organizations statewide through the North Carolina Healthcare Foundations COVID-19 Fill the Gap Response Fund.
  • The Foundation distributed a request for proposals (RFP) in May to healthcare, human service, safety net, and grassroots organizations for projects addressing health disparities created or worsened by the pandemic.
  • Lead funders of the initiative include the David A. Tepper Foundation, Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, State Employees Credit Union Foundation, and The Duke Endowment.
  • Established in 1961, the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation is the 501(c)(3) affiliate of the North Carolina Healthcare Association.

The Conference Board Issues Statement in Response to US Unrest

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Monday, June 1, 2020
Terminology, Organizations, Charity law, Taxation in the United States, The Conference Board, 501(c)(3) organization, Nonprofit organization, Nonpartisanism, Think tank, Articles

He spoke frankly and passionately about inequity, racism, injustice and poverty; he also spoke about the approach to addressing America's issues, saying,"I'm concerned about a better world.

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  • He spoke frankly and passionately about inequity, racism, injustice and poverty; he also spoke about the approach to addressing America's issues, saying,"I'm concerned about a better world.
  • Learn more about The Conference Board's full suite of products and offerings.
  • The Conference Board is the member-driven think tank that delivers trusted insights for what's ahead.
  • Founded in 1916, we are a non-partisan, not-for-profit entity holding 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt status in the United States.

Amerisure Charitable Foundation Commits $100,000 to COVID-19 Relief

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Charity law, Foundation, Mutual insurance

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Amerisure Charitable Foundation (ACF) is pleased to support coronavirus (COVID-19) relief in the regions where Amerisure operates.

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  • FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Amerisure Charitable Foundation (ACF) is pleased to support coronavirus (COVID-19) relief in the regions where Amerisure operates.
  • The majority of funds will be donated to the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF), which will use the donation for grants to nonprofit and charitable organizations across the country that provide vital services to children at risk during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The foundation contributes to more than 20 charitable organizations nationwide, each year.
  • Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is an insurance organization charged with creating exceptional value for its Partners For Success agencies and policyholders.

CAPTRUST Community Foundation Announces 2020 Charity of Choice and National Grant Recipients

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020
501(c) organization, Charity law, Taxation in the United States

RALEIGH, N.C., May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The CAPTRUST Community Foundation (CCF) , a CAPTRUST employee-run 501(c)(3) foundation whose mission is to enrich the lives of children in local communities, today announced the organization's 2020 Charity of Choice: TeamSmile .

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., May 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The CAPTRUST Community Foundation (CCF) , a CAPTRUST employee-run 501(c)(3) foundation whose mission is to enrich the lives of children in local communities, today announced the organization's 2020 Charity of Choice: TeamSmile .
  • CAPTRUST recognizes the long-term impact TeamSmile has made on underserved children and, through this grant, will assist the charity in reaching more children nationwide.
  • "TeamSmile is thrilled to be the Charity of Choice for the CAPTRUST Community Foundation in 2020!
  • The CAPTRUST Community Foundation was organized in 2007 to provide CAPTRUST employees with opportunities to participate as a group in community outreach efforts.

The Coalition for the Advancement of Research and Innovation in Trauma Announces Launch and Founding Member

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Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Organizations, 501(c) organization, Charity law, Taxation in the United States, Emergency medicine, Nonprofit organization

WASHINGTON, May 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition for the Advancement of Research and Innovation in Trauma (CARIT) announces its launch as the 501(c)6 non-profit organization.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition for the Advancement of Research and Innovation in Trauma (CARIT) announces its launch as the 501(c)6 non-profit organization.
  • CARIT now has one of the world's leading research universities, Indiana University, as its founding member.
  • Any organization (academic, industry or non-profit) conducting or supporting research in trauma and emergency care or developing trauma-relevant products is eligible to be considered for membership in CARIT.
  • If you are interested in learning more about becoming a member, please contact us here .

The Russell Berrie Foundation Announces $4.48 Million in Emergency Grants to Support COVID-19 Response Efforts

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Professional services, Health, Philanthropy, General Health, Small business, Religion, Other Philanthropy, Infectious diseases, Hospitals, Foundation, Consumer, Charity law, Foundation

The Russell Berrie Foundation , a New Jersey-based philanthropic organization with global reach, today announced $4.48 million in emergency grants to support organizations on the front lines of combating the pandemic as they deliver COVID-19 relief efforts.

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  • The Russell Berrie Foundation , a New Jersey-based philanthropic organization with global reach, today announced $4.48 million in emergency grants to support organizations on the front lines of combating the pandemic as they deliver COVID-19 relief efforts.
  • Of the $4.48 million, a total of $1.82 million in grants have been approved to support organizations serving the Northern New Jersey community.
  • These grants will fund the following:
    The Russell Berrie Foundation will also provide financial support to institutions in Israel with an additional $1.66 million in grants.
  • Beyond meeting the immediate needs of these communities in crisis, The Russell Berrie Foundation believes in maximizing its support for organizations working toward long-term resilience.