These business titans are America's top philanthropists
Michael Bloomberg sits at the top of an annual list highlighting 50 of America's biggest donors which includes Nike founder Phil Knight and Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus.
Dave Portnoy donates $277K to rescue shelter that saved his pit bull Miss Peaches
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has helped move the needle for the organization that rescued his newly-adopted pit bull Miss Peaches by fundraising $277,000.
Pennsylvania thrift store finds rare 14-karat gold LEGO mask, expected to rake in thousands at auction
Employees at a Goodwill Industries warehouse in Pennsylvania came across a 14-karat gold LEGO Bionicle mask that could net thousands for the thrift giant.
First-edition ‘Harry Potter’ book up for auction after it was anonymously donated to local pet charity
A copy of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" will hit the auction market after it was donated to a pet charity. The book is expected to sell for at least $7,000.
Ex-Kansas City Chiefs player helps veterans, first responders overcome mental health struggles
Former Kansas City Chiefs long snapper Kendall Gammon opens up about past trauma and the pressure he faced in the NFL to help veterans and first responders at War Horses for Veterans.
Former GM CEO, Home Depot co-founder are deeply invested in this philanthropic initiative
Home Depot's co-founder and a former General Motors CEO are throwing their weight behind a fund that's trying to tackle philanthropy in a unique way.
MacKenzie Scott sold $10.4 billion in Amazon shares in 2023
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott sold about one-quarter of her stake in Amazon last year, which was worth more than $10 billion, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Warren Buffett's life lessons to his children
Warren Buffett's son, Howard Buffett, says the family grew up with the expectation that they should try and support people that might not have the same opportunities as they had.
Designer creates inclusive clothing company after losing eyesight
Natalie Trevonne launched a clothing line with specific fabrics to make fashion accessible to everyone, especially those who are blind or have low vision.
Salvation Army kettle donations fall since 2019
The Salvation Army's "Red Kettle Campaign" is struggling to return to pre-pandemic donation levels as the U.S. feels the crunch of inflation and shoppers carry less cash.
GivingTuesday 2023 sees 10% less participation than in 2022
GivingTuesday 2023 had success in the amount of donations received by various charitable organizations, but the number of participants in the United States was down.
Nonprofits face headwinds on Giving Tuesday with consumers strapped for cash
Giving Tuesday is a major day for donations of all sizes at large nonprofit charities around the U.S. Nonprofits are optimistic about this year's donations despite economic headwinds.
Jeff Bezos gives over $117 million to groups fighting homelessness
Jeff Bezos is supporting various organizations fighting to alleviate homelessness this year with over $117 million worth of contributions.
Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux helps Campbell's Chunky Sacks Hunger at food donation event in New Jersey
The Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux helped Campbell's Chunky pack donated meals for the needy as part of the Chunky Sacks Hunger initiative, which aims to donate 2 million meals.
Walmart Foundation donating $1M to Holocaust Memorial Museum amid uptick in antisemitism
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said the company's philanthropic arm is donating to the Holocaust Memorial Museum in response to the growing number of antisemitic speech and hate crimes.
How to avoid scams when donating to Israel and Gaza humanitarian charities
Scammers are looking to cash in on the war between Israel and Hamas through fake charities and solicitations that would-be donors should be cautious about.
Dad who nearly missed winning a $2.5M home recounts his worries about spam calls
A father of two in the United Kingdom has won a home in Devon worth about $2.5 million — but he almost missed his lucky shot at winning when he nearly ignored the phone call about it.
Texas Lottery launches new scratch-off game to benefit veterans
The Texas Lottery starts a new scratch-off game that will specifically benefit veteran charities, in accordance with a 2009 Senate bill. Each ticket will be priced at $2.
Sonic debuts new Bacon Peppercorn Ranch Grilled Cheese Burger: 'Can't be replicated'
Sonic Drive-In has launched a new Bacon Peppercorn Ranch Grilled Cheese Burger that can be combined with fries or tater tots for $3.99. Here are more details.
GoFundMe fundraisers for Maui wildfires draw over $30 million in contributions
GoFundMe fundraisers for the Maui wildfires have drawn over $30 million in contributions as of Wednesday, with people from all over the world donating.