Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2011

The Arby’s Foundation , the giving arm of Arby’s Restaurant Group , the second largest sandwich shop chain in the United States, did something last week that rivals the good deeds of Santa Claus himself. The Arby’s Foundation rounded it up to $2 million with a $300,000 gift. million to be exact. .

Food 257

Food Foundations Health Environmental 257

NonProfit Leadership Center

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Million in Funding Available from the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg Through October 6, 2023, the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg is accepting proposals for funding focused on mental health and wellness for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and economic equity and justice.

Health 240

Health Children Foundations Nonprofits 240

Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Strategies for building community Most nonprofits emerge out of a clear community need (think food banks, homeless shelters, health-focused foundations). For example, a food bank might highlight how every $10 feeds a family for a week, directly connecting supporters to the impact of their contributions.

Fundraising 102

Fundraising Fundraising Homelessness Retention 102

Candid

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Between 2015 and 2022, education nonprofits consistently received the largest percentage of total grant dollars from institutional grantmakersan average of 27%followed by health (21%) and public benefit organizations (19%). By contrast, institutional grantmakers of all sizes focused more heavily on education and health.

Education 106

Education Education Disaster Relief Health 106

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

At present, one of UNEC’s most critical projects is to convene a multi-partner collaboration in the city’s Northeast Corridor neighborhoods to transform our local food system. I’ve observed the inner workings of a complex food system that, when it functions well, nourishes our bodies, families, and cultures.

Food 111

Food Public and Nonprofit Management Medical Community Development 111

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Conversations regarding womb health and parenting in an urban Indigenous setting led to the development of community workshops that centered women’s and partum health. As folks walked past the kitchen table on the way to the treatment room in the house, those who lingered laid the foundations for the nonprofit.

Food 119

Food Health Values Collaborations 119

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 21, 2020

I was recently contacted by Julianne Buck, executive director of the Community Foundation of Grundy County about the Monthly Nonprofit Writing Prompts I send. Guest Post by Julianne Buck of the Community Foundation of Grundy County. I run a community foundation and it’s difficult to briefly explain what we do. Julianne Buck.

Nonprofit governance and management 285

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Foundations Governance 285

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 16, 2015

A photo posted by The Food Trust (@thefoodtrust) on Mar 28, 2015 at 8:33am PDT. Food Revolution https://instagram.com/foodrev. Food Tank https://instagram.com/daniellenierenberg/. The Food Trust https://instagram.com/thefoodtrust. The Food Trust https://instagram.com/thefoodtrust. shoplocal. HUMANITARIAN.

Food 274

Food Medical Environmental Nonprofits 274

Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

According to The World Health Organization , of the 1 billion people around the world currently experiencing a mental disorder, more than 80% are without any form of quality, affordable care. And with the COVID-19 pandemic’s effect on mental health, there has never been a more important time than now to address mental health conditions. .

Health 122

Health Race and Ethnicity Public and Social Policy Healthcare 122

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

And, as in so many other cities, Louisville’s predominantly Black neighborhoods are subject to food apartheid. Downtown grocery stores have recently disappeared, exacerbating food apartheid: between 2016 and 2018, five grocery stores in Louisville’s urban core closed. Some of these projects were top-down in conception and execution.

Food 111

Food Construction Public and Social Policy Governance 111

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 25, 2023

Image Credit: SHREY DEEPRANJAN Today, healthcare institutions acknowledge forces like structural racism as drivers of negative health outcomes—but effectively addressing racism inside of those institutions still has a long way to go.

Health 119

Health Public and Social Policy Healthcare Race and Ethnicity 119

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 24, 2022

These communities lack access to health care , struggle with food insecurity and water scarcity , and generally have difficulty meeting basic needs. Businesses must also design new products and services, particularly health care solutions, with the needs of a diverse set of consumers and communities in mind. Supply Chains.

Health 122

Health Public and Social Policy Environmental Governance 122

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 29, 2023

Image Credit: Reneé Thompson on unsplash.com COVID-19 impacted the physical health of millions across the country, hitting marginalized communities the hardest. Less visible was the pandemic’s impact on behavioral health, an umbrella term for mental health, substance use disorders, and life stressors.

Health 115

Health Public and Social Policy Governance Collaborations 115

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Image Credit: Oladimeji Odunsi on unsplash.com How do you support development across the food system in a way that builds community ownership and power for Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities? This is a question that a group of food system activists of color have come together to address. This work is worth supporting.

Food 122

Food Finance Community Development Culture 122

Selfish Giving

JUNE 13, 2011

Last Friday, Joe appropriately ranted that Kentucky Fried Chicken’s latest “cause marketing” promotion (we cringe to even call it that) pushing mega-jugs of soda to “support” Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation was, well, chicken. KFC must cut the cause marketing ties between its menu and health causes like cancer and diabetes.

Marketing 215

Marketing Marketing Health Medical 215

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

For example, a nonprofit working in healthcare could partner with artists to visualize patient data in ways that highlight patient stories, helping donors and policymakers better understand the human impact of health disparities. Collaborate with philanthropic foundations.

Collaborations 69

Collaborations Ethics Technology Foundations 69

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

In vibrant and thriving communities, people have the power and resources to realize their vision of health and well-being. Residents, regardless of zip code or how much money they have, can breathe clean air, eat healthy and culturally appropriate food, and have a safe, affordable place to call home.

Health 105

Health Public and Social Policy Race and Ethnicity Philanthropy 105

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

While governments, foundations, educators, and unions typically focus on job placements as key to improving people’s economic stability, they often overlook individuals who cannot commit to traditional employment schedules. Casey, Kauffman, and Walmart Foundations—supported a US viability assessment by 25 state and city workforce agencies.

Nonprofit governance and management 115

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Governance Recruitment 115

Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Today on CauseTalk Radio , Megan and I talk to Jeremy Ball , who leads the Big Lots Foundation and is director of philanthropy and events for the parent company Big Lots , about the retailers impressive cause marketing efforts on behalf of Nationwide Children's Hospital. Last fall, Big Lots mobilized its nearly 1,500 stores and raised $2.2

Children 178

Children Retail Construction Health 178

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 31, 2024

Effective leadership is crucial for these organizations to thrive and continue to serve their communities.

Nonprofit Leadership 182

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Foundations Nonprofits 182

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Program: Whole Foods Register Programs for Charity. Details: These register programs at my local Whole Foods benefit a different charity every month. In short, Whole Foods does everything to encourage its shoppers to support good causes without directly soliciting them. Location: Newton, MA.

Marketing 260

Marketing Marketing Food Agriculture 260

Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

For example, a morning-after pill manufacturer is partnering with Louisiana health clinics to donate its contraceptive in the House Speakers home state every time Mike and his colleagues try to shut down access, spread misinformation or spew anti-contraception messaging. 55k - $58k) Brain Food 1.

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Manufacturing Ethics Nonprofits 130

Selfish Giving

AUGUST 14, 2017

If you’re operating in the cause marketing space and you’ve never heard of Smithfield Foods , you’re missing out. To provide some scale, Smithfield is one of the largest global food and consumer packed meats companies in the world, to the tune of $14 billion. Forum provide just such an opportunity.

Food 113

Food Disaster Relief Public and Nonprofit Management Associations 113

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Martin Lowenstein from Friends of China Camp Passion is the Foundation for Everything A passion for the mission, vision, and values of our organization! For example, are you starting to consider purchasing a warehouse for your food bank? Everything else can be taught.

Ethics 107

Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 107

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Program: Peapod Virtual Food Drive for The Food Bank for New York City. Details: Customers can create their own virtual food drive and invite friends, relatives and co-workers to support it. I’m a big fan of the Food Bank for NYC. and a buck goes to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Marketing 239

Marketing Marketing Homelessness Food 239

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 3, 2020

Prior to her current role, Jennifer worked at Arkansas Children’s, serving as the Director of Communications and Planning for the Arkansas Children’s Foundation for five years, building capacity for investment-level philanthropy through strategic content development and storytelling. White or red? Or do you wind down the day another way?

Communication 276

Communication Medical Nonprofits Universities 276

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 3, 2024

They have a monetary donation page , and they are also accepting donations of water, food, cleaning supplies, first aid kits, diapers, and other essential items at their Asheville location. Other North Carolina-based nonprofits include the North Carolina Community Foundation and Homeword Bound Homelessness Relief Buncombe County.

Disaster Relief 131

Disaster Relief Food Universities Homelessness 131

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 27, 2025

Multinational corporations, such as those involved in the food and beverage industry, have been scrutinized for their roles in contributing to these environmental issues. This not only exacerbates climate change but also results in hazardous air quality, affecting both human health and the environment.

Ethics 64

Ethics Agriculture Environmental Production 64

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

When I began a food drive for folks who had been affected by the pandemic, I did not think it would lead me to a career change, a 501(c)(3), and a lot of incredible lessons and knowledge. We also started to notice just how many elders and families are affected by food insecurity: more than 34 million people in the United States alone.

Food 90

Food Law Nonprofits Governance 90

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

As a leader in the space, RRI plays a coordinating role as one of the fields system orchestrators , and the Skoll Foundation has deepened our understanding of land tenure by supporting and learning from their work. This includes making the case for how protecting Indigenous land rights supports the cultivation of a strong food system.

Public and Social Policy 111

Public and Social Policy Civil Society Finance Collaborations 111

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The industry comprises companies that are based online and those that have both a physical presence and also sell food products on the internet. Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC Johnson & Johnson Example of Johnson & Johnson Better Health for All: At Johnson & Johnson , we actively engage in our communities across the globe.

Manufacturing 147

Manufacturing Children Health Retail 147

Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

I recently finished writing a bunch of case studies for Penn State Health Children’s Hospital , a member of Children’s Miracle Network. I was happy how they came out, but what I was really impressed with is how the team at Penn State Health used them. Nice work, Penn State Health! ?? ?? Brain Food 1. Check it out here.

Marketing 147

Marketing Marketing Health Recruitment 147

Selfish Giving

JULY 21, 2021

Do you have prospects in the food manufacturing space? The meditation app Calm is paying the fine for tennis players opting out of 2021 Grand Slam media appearances for mental health reasons. Reader and recent mover Amanda Ponzar at Community Health Charities wrote: “I’m surprised more places didn’t hit us up when we moved.

Manufacturing 130

Manufacturing Food Health Foundations 130

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Sigma Foundation For Nursing. Jean Griswold Foundation. Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Retirement Research Foundation. Archstone Foundation. Ben & Jerry’s Foundation. The Eisner Foundation. Durham Foundation. Points32Health Foundation. Sigma Foundation For Nursing.

Insurance 124

Insurance Nonprofit governance and management Foundations Education 124

Anedot

MARCH 6, 2025

Specifically, this role will manage the grants calendar, develop grant strategies, and research, write and prepare foundation and government grant applications and funder reports. Develops an annual foundation and government grant strategy that includes cultivation of new funders and development/scaling of existing funder relationships.

Management 40

Management Nonprofit governance and management Health Food 40

Selfish Giving

MAY 8, 2019

And because I knew you would ask: sales of the meals don't trigger a donation to the chain's cause partner Mental Health America. From May 16-19 Poo-Pourri is donating 100% of website sales to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation , up to $25,000! Brain Food 1. But BK is making an undisclosed donation to the nonprofit.

Health 100

Health Children Foundations Universities 100

NonProfit Quarterly

JUNE 17, 2024

For instance, according to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), “While there has been an overall 42 percent decline in breast cancer deaths over the last three decades—there is a persistent mortality gap between Black women and White women.” Human rights violations against Black women still abound in medicine and health policy.

Medical 136

Medical Public and Social Policy Health Environmental 136