Good News Notes: “Arizona Gives Day 2022 raised more than$6 million for 900-plus nonprofits statewide. Additionally, more than 36,000 volunteer hours were pledged by folks who want to give some of their time to help state charities. “Given the nature of the economy, the global unrest and the fact that we were just climbing out of…
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New York Cares Distributes Coats, Meals, Toys For 33rd Annual Coat Drive
Good News Notes: “With one week until Christmas, volunteers are spreading some holiday cheer. New York Cares distributed coats, meals and toys as part of its 33rd annual drive in Queens on Saturday. “Men, women, young children who are so excited to be getting a new coat. They put it on immediately. They go around the corner, they…
Suns fan donates to Wisconsin charity, notes Milwaukee generosity
Good News Notes: “Milwaukee, you’ve welcomed the world with open arms – and as we revel in the excitement of our World Champions, the Milwaukee Bucks, we should also be proud of an accomplishment made off the court. A lot of mail gets sent to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, but rarely does it make everyone there stop what…
DC chef launches new nonprofit to provide free, healthy dishes
Good News Notes: “A new community pantry is giving residents in Southeast D.C. access to free, healthy meals. Kyanite Pantry, founded by chef Kya Parker, focuses on vegan and vegetarian dishes. The nonprofit also provides groceries and toiletries to residents in need. Parker lost her job during the pandemic and got the idea to start…
Rihanna partners with Twitter CEO for $4.2M donation to domestic violence victims amid coronavirus pandemic
Good News Notes: “Rihanna has teamed up with Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey to provide relief to domestic violence victims amid the coronavirus pandemic. The ‘Work’ singer’s Clara Lionel Foundation announced the partnership with the social media executive on Twitter. ‘We’re joining forces with Twitter/Square CEO @Jack today by co-funding $4.2 million grant to the @MayorsFundLA to…
Two locals feed seniors and the homeless in Atlantic City
Good News Notes: “The Rev. James Pressley and Erica Marshall, along with several volunteers, spent Saturday evening handing out meals to seniors and the homeless in Atlantic City who they felt are at particular risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. ‘We wanted to do something for the seniors,’ Pressley said. ‘We’re all struggling, but seniors and…
Lacrosse Coaches Help Medical Personnel on the Front Line
Joe Amplo, lacrosse coach for the Navy men’s team, finds himself idle from coaching but not from helping. After speaking with his brother, Kris, he found out his younger sibling was working on a plan to team up with restaurants to feed the medical teams in New York fighting the coronavirus. The following day Joe,…
Devin Booker Tips Off Twitch Fundraising Campaign with $100,000 Donation in Support Of COVID-19 Relief Efforts
Good News Notes: “Given the unprecedented and constantly-evolving situation surrounding the effects of COVID-19 on our community and beyond, Devin Booker, in partnership with Phoenix Suns Charities, will raise money through livestreaming on Twitch to support non-profits that best serve the needs of the most vulnerable in the community. An avid gamer and NBA All-Star,…
Hillsborough County schools plan to help feed students during coronavirus break
Good News Notes: “The decision from the Florida Department of Education to close public schools for two weeks to help contain coronavirus created a new concern for families not just in Tampa Bay but statewide. “I literally within the last 24 hours have gotten calls and emails from teachers I haven’t even talked to,” said the…
Souper Bowl of Caring returns to again tackle hunger in Central Texas
Good News Notes: “Oh, it’s on. The Souper Bowl of Caring is back benefiting local hunger-fighting groups including the Central Texas Food Bank. Kick-off activities were held Friday morning at Gorzycki Middle School in Southwest Austin. The goal of the drive is simple enough: raise enough money and food in the next month to provide…