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National Philanthropic Trust Donor-Recommended Grants to Charities Surpass $4.64 Billion in Fiscal Year 2023

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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National Philanthropic Trust (NPT), the largest national, independent public charity that manages donor-advised funds (DAF) , granted $4.64 billion to qualified charitable organizations in the U.S. and 57 other countries on behalf of its donors in Fiscal Year 2023 (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023).

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  • National Philanthropic Trust (NPT), the largest national, independent public charity that manages donor-advised funds (DAF) , granted $4.64 billion to qualified charitable organizations in the U.S. and 57 other countries on behalf of its donors in Fiscal Year 2023 (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023).
  • NPT donors recommended a historic 107,464 grants to over 36,000 charitable organizations in the latest completed fiscal year.
  • Fiscal Year 2018 to Fiscal Year 2023, the total value of NPT grants to charitable organizations increased 362% from $1.01 billion to $4.46 billion, the number of grants increased 162% from 41,025 to 107,464, and the number of charities receiving grants increased 118% from 16,746 to 36,535.
  • “The data highlights how actively and reliably our DAF donors are supporting charitable organizations during global economic uncertainty,” said Eileen Heisman, CEO of National Philanthropic Trust.

Mars Petcare Awards Grants to Organizations Serving Cats and Introduces Community Cat Toolkit through its BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ Program

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Mars Petcare surprised six organizations across the U.S. with grants to support their community cat programs, further demonstrating its commitment to its purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. The funds will help support a variety of innovative programs that cater to the unique needs of the estimated 41 million street and stray cats1. To further assist development of community cat programs across the country, the company also recently launched its first Community Cat Toolkit through its BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program to serve as a resource for cities on how to care for cats and become more pet-friendly.

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  • We're glad to help shine a spotlight on how strategic community cat programs can reduce overpopulation and improve community cats' overall quality of life."
  • The new Community Cat Toolkit from Mars Petcare's BETTER CITIES FOR PETS program was created to educate communities on how to provide care for community cats.
  • To learn more about community cats, please visitthe BETTER CITIES FOR PETS program website to see how you can help.
  • For more information about the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS program and the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS certification, visit BetterCitiesForPets.com .

Uncommon Grit Foundation to Host Bone Frog Open this October 15-17

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Uncommon Grit Foundation (UGF), a nonprofit serving military veterans, first responders, and their families is preparing for its upcoming fundraiser, The Bone Frog Open, which takes place Monday, October 17th at the Hermitage County Club in Manakin Sabot, VA. CDW and Dell are the presenting sponsors of the Bone Frog Open, which is expected to raise over $500,000 to support the mission of the Uncommon Grit Foundation. 

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  • RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Uncommon Grit Foundation (UGF), a nonprofit serving military veterans, first responders, and their families is preparing for its upcoming fundraiser, The Bone Frog Open, which takes placeMonday, October 17th at the Hermitage County Club in Manakin Sabot, VA. CDW and Dell are the presenting sponsors of the Bone Frog Open, which is expected to raise over $500,000 to support the mission of the Uncommon Grit Foundation.
  • The Bone Frog Open is the largest fundraiser for Uncommon Grit Foundation.
  • "Last year's Bone Frog Open was one of the most moving experiences in my entire life."
  • "We are honored to support the Uncommon Grit Foundation and their annual Bone Frog Open event."

PenFed Credit Union Completes Record Year by Giving $5.5 Million to Support Community Charities

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021
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"PenFed is proud to support our community partners on behalf of our over 3,600 employees and 2.5 million members.

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  • "PenFed is proud to support our community partners on behalf of our over 3,600 employees and 2.5 million members.
  • In 2021, PenFed gave $2.8 million to more than 100 charities in communities it serves and an additional $2.7 million to the PenFed Foundation.
  • Established in 1935, Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed) is America's second-largest federal credit union, serving 2.5 million members worldwide with $32 billion in assets.
  • PenFed Credit Union is federally insured by the NCUA and is an Equal Housing Lender.To learn more about PenFed Credit Union, visit PenFed.org , like us on Facebook and follow us @PenFed on Twitter .

K9s For Warriors Recognized as Grant Recipient of THE PLAYERS Championship’s #Match4Military Campaign

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Earlier today K9s For Warriors was recognized as a grant recipient of THE PLAYERS Championships #Match4Military campaign.

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  • Earlier today K9s For Warriors was recognized as a grant recipient of THE PLAYERS Championships #Match4Military campaign.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210804006021/en/
    Earlier today K9s For Warriors was recognized as a grant recipient of THE PLAYERS Championships #Match4Military campaign.
  • As one of 20 nonprofits who received a #Match4Military grant, K9s For Warriors was presented with a $15,000 check to help fund the Campus for K9 Operations.
  • We are incredibly grateful to THE PLAYERS Championship for selecting K9s For Warriors as a #Match4Military grant recipient, said Rory Diamond, CEO of K9s For Warriors.

K9s For Warriors Begins Construction on Northeast Florida ‘Mega Kennel’ Facility, Expands Service Dog Program to All-Era Veterans

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Earlier today, K9s For Warriors began preliminary construction on its Campus for K9 Operations, an additional Northeast Florida facility which will serve as a mega kennel capable of housing more than 150 Service Dogs-in-training.

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  • Earlier today, K9s For Warriors began preliminary construction on its Campus for K9 Operations, an additional Northeast Florida facility which will serve as a mega kennel capable of housing more than 150 Service Dogs-in-training.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210804005874/en/
    Earlier today, K9s For Warriors began preliminary construction on its Campus for K9 Operations, an additional Northeast Florida facility which will serve as a mega kennel capable of housing more than 150 Service Dogs-in-training.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The need for the mega kennel is imperative given roughly 20 veterans tragically dying by suicide each day amidst the overwhelming demand of veterans applying for a Service Dog through K9s For Warriors program.
  • Founded in 2011, K9s For Warriors to-date has graduated nearly 700 Warrior/K9 teams and rescued more than 1,300 dogs overall.

American Hop Supplier Partners with K9s For Warriors for their 4th Annual Veterans Blend in Support of Military Heroes

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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Currently in its 4th year, this hop blend supports and celebrates US military Veterans while collaborating with brewers to create something bigger than beer.

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  • Currently in its 4th year, this hop blend supports and celebrates US military Veterans while collaborating with brewers to create something bigger than beer.
  • A new blend of hops for the Veterans Blend is selected each year by military Veteran brewers across the states.
  • This year, YCH is proud to partner with K9s For Warriors , the largest provider of Service Dogs trained to aid military Veterans in everyday life.
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    Determined to end Veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors provides highly-trained Service Dogs to military Veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma.

K9s For Warriors Aims to Lower "20 a Day" Veteran Suicide Rate

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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Twenty veterans die by suicide each day, and K9s For Warriors trains rescue dogs and gives them a new purpose to help their warriors return to life with dignity and independence.

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  • Twenty veterans die by suicide each day, and K9s For Warriors trains rescue dogs and gives them a new purpose to help their warriors return to life with dignity and independence.
  • K9s For Warriors recognizes the life-saving power of these pups in their new mission statement:
    "K9s For Warriors is ending veteran suicide and returning our warriors to a life of dignity and independence.
  • K9s For Warriors CEO, Rory Diamond, is proud to declare the organization's conscious effort to reducing the veteran suicide rate.
  • Two lives are transformed with each pairing: the veteran reduces his/her risk of suicide while the rescue dog receives a newfound purpose.