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Diabetes Research Institute Successfully Transplants First Patient in BioHub Trial
After receiving a call from the Diabetes Research Institute’s Clinical Cell Transplant Team, Wendy Peacock became the first patient transplanted in DRI’s FDA-approved Phase I/II clinical trial to test the omentum as a new implant site for a DRI BioHub, a bioengineered “mini-organ” that mimics the native pancreas to restore natural insulin production in people with type 1 diabetes. In…
Read MoreWhy Does Corporate Volunteering Matter?
Why do we volunteer? Why is volunteering important? What is it about doing something good for someone else without compensation that has drawn the attention and investment of multiple sectors? Governments, corporations, non-governmental organizations, academia, and even noble families have looked to volunteering for solutions to problems that have otherwise gone unsolved. Why is our…
Read More2015 Member Rally Recap
Thank you to everyone who attended this year’s Member Rally, we had a wonderful turnout and great conversation! We hope the information and advice presented at Member Rally was helpful in preparing you for the upcoming Combined Federal Campaign and private sector workplace giving programs. The team at America’s Charities is here to help you through…
Read MoreThe True Cost of Alzheimer’s Disease and Why Funding Research Now is So Critical
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, yet it is the only cause of death among the top 10 in America without a way to prevent, cure, or even slow its progression. It is an irreversible degeneration of the brain that causes disruptions in memory, cognition, personality, and other…
Read MoreEmployee-Driven Corporate Philanthropy
In this presentation at America’s Charities 2015 Membership Assembly, Ryan Scott, co-founder and CEO of Causecast, provides insights on conscious capitalism and the virtuous cycle of employee-driven corporate philanthropy.
Read MoreEngage Employees by Giving Them a Sense of Purpose
The workforce can be a great launch pad for a company and its employees to work together and make an impact. But, “what if your business is primarily commercial and not, well, saving the world?” That’s a question Don Fornes, Founder and CEO at Software Advice, recently addressed in his blog post, “It’s Not Every…
Read MoreEverybody wins when a business is engaged
By Brian Broadbent Visionary business leaders adopt workplace cultures that emphasize care, appreciation, professional development, trust and empowerment for their people. These are vital elements for a high-powered workforce; they positively impact employee retention, innovation, customer service and customer satisfaction. A key to this positive environment is greater community engagement. Community volunteerism, especially when individuals…
Read MoreBuilding a Healthier, Happier Future for Children Through Corporate Giving Programs
One in four Texans lives at or below the poverty level; for children, it’s nearly one in three. More than 6.3 million Texans – including 1.2 million children – lack health insurance. The uninsured are up to four times less likely to have a regular source of health care and are more likely to die…
Read MoreVerified Volunteers: New Discount for Members
Great news! America’s Charities has partnered with Verified Volunteers, the only background check platform tailored to the specific needs of the service sector. As a benefit of your America’s Charities membership: Your organization is eligible for a 20% discount on Verified Volunteers’ vetting services (with no setup or annual fees), enabling your organization to vet volunteers more safely, easily,…
Read MoreAmerica’s Charities and Verified Volunteers Partner to Offer Streamlined Volunteer Screening and More Effectively Activate Employee Volunteers in Communities Nationwide
Washington, D.C. (August 11, 2015) – America’s Charities, the leader in workplace giving and philanthropy, and Verified Volunteers, the only background check platform tailored to the specific needs of the service sector, have formed a strategic alliance to help America’s Charities nonprofit members vet volunteers more safely, easily, and cost-effectively. The partnership will also increase overall employee engagement for America’s…
Read MoreSave the Date! Charities@Work Fall Forum: Common Understandings, Better Partnerships
Are you accountable for your company’s employee engagement, social responsibility, or philanthropy efforts? Please join America’s Charities on Thursday, September 24, at the Microsoft Silicon Valley Campus in Mountain View and hear from leading experts about the trends and opportunities available to drive greater ROI. Hosted by Microsoft and Realized Worth, this forum is designed…
Read MoreFNIH Supports New NIH Study Seeking Biomarkers for Autism Spectrum Disorders
America’s Charities’ nonprofit partner, The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH), has announced a public-private collaboration with the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), a component of the National Institutes of Health, and the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI), among others. The four-year partnership will help fund a study of preschool (3-5 years) and…
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