Volunteers sought for Aug. 5 United Way Day of Caring
United Way of Northwest Indiana is seeking volunteers to help Region nonprofits during its annual Day of Caring event Aug. 5.
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Making a Difference: University of Notre Dame staff distribute food through mobile food bank
Members of the University of Notre Dame’s Office of Information Technology recently volunteered at a mobile food pantry at Evangel Heights United Methodist Church in South Bend.
Region companies and residents to be honored for philanthropic efforts
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northwest Indiana Chapter will recognize Region residents and businesses for their philanthropic efforts on Nov. 20.
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United Way of Porter County names 2019-20 Campaign Cabinet fundraising leadership team
Nine business leaders will guide United Way of Porter County fundraising efforts as its 2019-2020 Campaign Cabinet.
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Making a Difference: Michigan City teen one of two from Indiana earning national honors for volunteerism
Indiana’s top student volunteers along with 100 others from around the country were recognized during the 24th annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards ceremony and banquet in Washington, D.C.
Diaper drive by Franciscan Health, Region businesses and organizations collects 20,000 diapers
The second annual diaper drive by Franciscan Health employees and Region businesses and organizations, collected 20,000 diapers, which were distributed to local organizations, providing help to more than 1,000 families. “The diaper drive is something we host every October during Diaper Insecurity Month to make sure that families receive this need prior to the holidays,”
Philanthropic muscle
Impact Club Tri Town directs member dollars to under-the-radar charities Last year, Donna Criner’s charity received an email informing her organization it had been selected to give a brief presentation about its mission for a chance to win a cash donation. Immediately Criner thought the email was a scam but, after doing some research, she
Taking the lead in giving back
United Way Pacesetters’ goal to boost business philanthropy Chester Inc. has a long history in Valparaiso, and it has evolved beyond being the business whose roots are connected to the iconic Orville Redenbacher popcorn. Chester Inc. was founded in 1947, said Rich Shields, the company’s director of marketing and business development. The firm today has