Food For Thought Raises More Than $106,000 To Address Food Insecurity and Support Illness-Prone Individuals in Sonoma County

Food For Thought, a Sonoma County non-profit that provides healing nutrition to individuals, held its virtual fundraiser Our Virtual Table on June 13. Founded in 1988 amidst the AIDS epidemic to provide groceries to its seriously ill neighbors, Food For Thought serves low-income clients who are affected by a wide range of serious illnesses and […]

Chicago Charity Galas to Attend in 2021

Now that pandemic restrictions are being lifted, it is more crucial than ever that we channel this newfound freedom towards supporting meaningful causes. An exceptionally exciting way to do so is by attending a fundraising gala. Galas give guests the opportunity to support and learn more about a worthy cause while also enjoying a fabulous […]

Catholic Charities' d’Vine Affair Surpasses Fundraising Goal Despite Going Virtual

During the relentless coronavirus pandemic, those already facing tough times financially, emotionally and spiritually only saw their struggles intensified. That is why this year, the d’Vine Affair, which raises hundreds of thousands of dollars annually for Catholic Charities, was more important than ever.   With the 20th annual event not permitted to be held in-person at […]

Get Involved and Give Back this Spring: Give Time, Things, Support to These 12 Chicago Nonprofits

This spring, consider the countless organizations that have worked vigorously to support our community during the pandemic. Whether you can give your time by volunteering, things by donating unwanted or unused items, or support through monetary contributions — give back to these Chicago-area nonprofits and show your appreciation for their commitment to our city and […]

Better Makers: The Community Helps Raise Funds for the Youth & Seniors

Although most of us couldn’t celebrate Valentine’s Day with our loved ones, the Bay Area’s charity organizations weren’t short on love, hosting virtual events to help those in most in need. Marin Valentine’s Ball Brings Love to North Bay’s Vulnerable Youth Annual Event Brings in Much-Needed Funds for Three Youth Organizations The 2021 Marin Valentine’s […]

Cradles to Crayons and Make It Better Foundation Provide 3,500 Coats to Chicago-Area Children This Winter

Cradles to Crayons, a recipient of the 2019 Make It Better Foundation Philanthropy Awards Judges’ Distinction Award, supplies children from birth to age 12 with basic necessities, helping mitigate clothing insecurity in Chicago. Before the pandemic, approximately 225,000 Chicagoland kids experienced poverty, and this number has since increased.  In December, the Make It Better Foundation […]