It means a lot to give back, especially when it comes to helping children in need. Recently Jack MacDonald gave the largest gift Seattle Children’s Research Institute has ever received in its 106 years. He donated $75.04 million through a charitable trust to fund pediatric research. Not only is it the biggest gift the hospital […]
Earlier this month, nearly 600 of New York City’s leaders in finance, technology, and entertainment gathered at the 2013 Pratham Tristate Gala. It was a night of generous fundraising, a celebration of the world’s children and critical volunteer work, and to learn more about Pratham’s commitment to improving education. Pratham’s mission is to ensure that […]
Seattle-based philanthropist Paul Allen has released a rock album of original songs, complete with collaborations from rock legends. The album, “Everywhere at Once” by Paul Allen and the Underthinkers, was released in early August and will benefit the Experience Music Project, the rock and roll museum that Allen founded. Collaborations include Seattle rock band Heart, […]
The Chronicle of Philanthropy has reported that Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen was the fourth most charitable giver in 2012. The list is an impressive roundup of the nation’s wealthiest people, many of whom have famously committed to The Giving Pledge, an initiative started by Warren Buffet and Bill Gates. Buffet lives up to his words […]
One in 26 Seattle students experienced homelessness during the last school year. As many as 1,000 young people experience homelessness in King County each night. And, thankfully, nearly 80 percent of homeless youth try to stay in school. On June 15, the United Way All-Star Softball Classic for Homeless Youth was held at Safeco Field. […]
On May 5th, over 500 people gathered at the Seattle Center to carry containers full of water to walk 5 kilometers in solidarity with those who have to make similar journeys every day. Water 1st International of Seattle organized the event to raise money to support clean water and hygiene products in the world’s poorest […]