Giving To Charity In 2020
We all know that the United States, as well as the great majority of the rest of the World, has faced hardships throughout the year. Many folks have been forced into financial situations that they were not prepared for. It’s only normal that giving to charity is not the most prominent thought in their mind.... Read More
What The Wealthiest Americans Gave To Charity In 2019
With the help of the latest annual report from the Chronicle of Philanthropy, I’ll be updating one of my most popular posts from last year to reflect the biggest givers of 2019. While 2018 saw the world’s richest families give a bit less than the year before, that trend appears to have shifted completely, given... Read More
Reasons Why the Gates Foundation is a Great Charity to Give to
In today’s interconnected world, giving back has never been easier. With the power of the internet and various media channels, individuals across the globe can contribute to causes they believe in. However, it’s crucial to choose charities wisely to ensure your donations have the most significant impact. One organization that consistently stands out in terms... Read More
The Destin Wine Charity Surpasses the $21 Million Donation Mark
On April 26th and 27th, the 14th Destin Charity Wine Auction was held, hoping to raise more money for various children’s charities than ever before. Alas, it initially looked as though they would fall short of their $3 million dollar goal when the final evening came to an end. However, spirits and glasses were raised... Read More
Sanofi Agrees To $11.8 Million Dollar Settlement For Alleged Kickbacks
Sanofi, a biopharmaceutical company, has agreed to pay $11.8 million to settle a lawsuit and allegations the company donated to charity only to receive kickbacks. U.S. Justice Department Alleges Sanofi Benefited From Kickbacks According to officials from the U.S. Justice Department, Sanofi made “donations” to a charity called The Assistance Fund (TAF). This charity helps... Read More
Former McLean County, Illinois Woman Charged With Stealing From Children’s Charity
A 60-year-old woman named Carol Babbitt has been arrested and accused of stealing $400,000 from a children’s charity, Project Linus. What Is Project Linus? Project Linus is a non-profit organization that provides blankets to children in need. Those seeking to make a donation can do so in the form of new blankets, batting, thread, and... Read More
Former FL Mayor Sentenced To Prison For Defrauding Charity
The former mayor of Milton, Guyland Thompson, has been sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to 20 counts of wire fraud and 3 counts of tax evasion. Guyland Thompson Guilty Of Defrauding United Way According to court documents, Thompson embezzled $652,000.61 from the charity United Way between 2011 and 2018. During this... Read More
Trump Ordered To Pay $2 Million For Misusing Charity Funds
A New York state judge has ruled that Donald Trump must pay a $2 million dollar judgment for misusing the funds received through the Trump Foundation. The details released through the ruling show how little actually went to charity and how much Trump spent on himself. What Was The Trump Foundation? The Donald J. Trump... Read More
Runs That Support Charity
If you and your loved ones are runners who are looking to do some good, consider a run that benefits a charity! Runs That Are Fun, Challenging, & Benefit Charity Here is a list of some of the most popular runs that also benefit charity: The Boston Marathon Most of the country knows about the... Read More
How To Help The Survivors Of Mass Shootings
In the past week, dozens of people lost their lives in two mass shootings that took place less than 24 hours apart in Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Texas. Local Police And F.B.I. Are Investigating The Latest Mass Shootings The first shooting took place on August 3rd in El Paso. The shooter, 21-year-old Patrick Crusius,... Read More
Man Found Guilty In Marine Charity Scam
An ex-Marine will spend time behind bars in federal prison after he was found guilty of pocketing the money he collected in the name of charity. Former Marine Targeted Marines And Their Families In Charity Scheme In January 2019, the US Attorney in Charleston, South Carolina, Sherri Lydon, charged John Simpson with wire fraud and... Read More
50 Cent Sells Mansion & Donates $3 Million To Charity
In 2013, famous rapper 50 Cent founded the charity organization G-Unity. Now, he’s made another outstanding contribution to the foundation. 50 Cent Sells Mansion & Donates Money To G-Unity In 2004, Curtis James Jackson, also known as 50 Cent, bought a mansion in Farmington, Connecticut for $4.1 million. It was the first major purchase he... Read More
Shoe Shiner Who Donated $200,000 To Children, Dies
Sometimes one person can make a huge difference. For many children, that person was Mr. Albert Lexie, who at 76-years-old, has passed away. But thousands will remember Mr. Lexie for what he accomplished over his lifetime. Why A Purple Shoeshine Station Frequented Hospital Corridors Twice a week, from 1982 to 2013, on Tuesdays and Thursdays,... Read More
The Against Malaria Foundation: Putting Charitable Dollars To Work
If you’re anything like me, Ira Riklis, you’re always looking for ways to put your wealth to work. As an ardent supporter of numerous charities, nothing makes me happier than knowing that my hard-earned dollars are doing good in the world. Finding Charities That Actually Do Good But it can be difficult to find causes... Read More
Charities To Help Children During The Winter Holiday Season
The wake of winter presents a string of holidays ranging from Thanksgiving to Christmas all through to New Year’s Day. Most American families spend time with family and friends, decorate their homes and enjoy sumptuous meals. As you enjoy this merry time, most people forget the less fortunate children who are unable to truly enjoy... Read More
Helping Hurricane Victims
Natural disasters, such as Hurricane Florence, that battered the Carolinas, brings about the need for individuals to band together and make a difference in the lives of those devastated by such events. Florence took the lives of more than 30 people and has displaced thousands and left them without even the basic needs of life.... Read More
Americans Are Giving To Charities At Record Numbers
In 2017, Americans donated more money to charity than any other year in history. Donations surged to over $410 billion, marking a 5.2% increase from last year’s numbers. It’s great to see that more and more Americans are giving back to their communities. Ira Riklis thinks it’s interesting to consider why and how this sudden... Read More
Super Bowl Champion Chris Long Gives Back
Once in a while, a heartwarming story comes along that lets you know there are truly good people out there. One such case is that of Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl winner Chris Long. Ira Riklis discovers that he has donated his entire salary for 2017 to causes he supports. Long’s Commitment To Education Chris Long used... Read More
How The UJA-Federation Of New York Raised $238 Million This Year
This year has been huge for the (United Jewish Appeal) UJA -Federation of New York, the largest philanthropy organization in the world. Ira Riklis dives into its community and charity efforts that span over 70 countries in the last century and how the organization was able to raise a record $238.2 million in its centennial... Read More
Rosario Food Bank Receives Generous Donation From Soccer Star
Rosario Food Bank received a pleasant surprise from Barcelona forward Lionel Messi who donated all the leftover food and beverages from his wedding. Messi married his high school sweetheart, Antonella Roccuzzo, in their hometown of Rosario, Argentina. Among the 260 people in attendance for the June 30 wedding were Barcelona and Argentina teammates including Neymar,... Read More