GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., August 24, 2009 — The Dollar General Literacy Foundation continues its commitment to promoting literacy and education by awarding grants to schools, public libraries and nonprofit organizations through its back-to-school and youth literacy grant programs. Combined, the 746 grants will provide $4.9 million in funding to schools and nonprofit organizations that support literacy and basic education initiatives.
August 20, 2009, Express-News — In the midst of a major downturn in the U.S. auto industry, the Ford Motor Company Fund announced Thursday that it will give $1.5 million over the next 15 months to San Antonio nonprofits, and $1 million of it to the new Henry Ford Academy: Alameda School for Art+Design.
WASHINGTON, August 17, 2009 — The AARP Foundation Women's Scholarship Program today announced a $1.5 million grant from the Walmart Foundation that will help 450 women aged 40 and up receive job training and educational opportunities that will help support themselves and their families.
August 4, 2009, The Chronicle of Philanthropy — The home-repair and construction company Home Depot is pledging $30-million to help Habitat for Humanity International build affordable housing that is environmentally friendly.
Washington, D.C., July 30,2009 — Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation today announced a $1 million grant award to Rebuilding Together, the nation’s leading nonprofit working to preserve affordable homeownership.
New York, July 21, 2009 — Here’s a real sunshine story! Started June 1, 2009, for every SUNNAN solar-powered lamp sold in IKEA stores worldwide, one lamp will be given to UNICEF to light up the life of a child.
OMAHA, Neb., July 22, 2009 — While SponsorPark is well known for connecting firms seeking sponsors for events and programs with potential sponsors, the website is also making a name for itself creating the first online community bringing together all facets of the sponsorship industry.
July 21, 2009 — The Seattle-based National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association has announced a $1.6 million grant from the Wal-Mart Foundation to help address the challenges faced by older foster youth.
July 15, 2009, The New York Times — Jason Zillo wrote “Hope Week” on the bulletin board in his office at the old Yankee Stadium last November. Zillo, the Yankees’ media relations director, did not know if the week would ever happen, but he wanted a daily reminder. He wanted his staff to see the reminder, too.
July 16, 2009 — To heighten global awareness of the cancer burden, Lance Armstrong has teamed up with Nike (NYSE:NKE) to present “STAGES,” an art show that benefits The Lance Armstrong Foundation.
