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A Helping Hand: How a US volunteer group raised $57 million for Ukraine
Razom, a US-based charity run by Ukrainian and Ukrainian-American volunteers, had helped connect with grassroots efforts that have likely been overlooked by big aid groups
The missionary position: When perpetrator pretends to be victim
Why the New York Times’ report on rise in attacks on Christians in India is wrong, not just from contemporary realities but also historical facts.
Diana's London flat before she became princess gets Blue Plaque recognition
The Blue Plaque scheme, run by the English Heritage charity, honours notable people and organisations who were connected with particular buildings across London
Explained: The historical significance of the 1985 Live Aid concert, and questions around Western relief efforts
The Live Aid set the template for fundraising concerts by raising approximately £150 million for famine relief, according to organiser Bob Geldof's own website.
Indiana Jones fedora, The Last Samurai sword to go up for auction in Hollywood
The custom-made hat worn by Harrison Ford in 1984 action classic Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom will go on sale in Hollywood from 29 June, with an estimate of $150,000-$250,000.
Fascination with Bill and Melinda Gates' divorce is reminder of how obsession with celebrity gossip can overshadow philanthropy
When big donors only hit the headlines because of private matters or cynicism about their charitable intent, it impedes public understanding of philanthropy.
COVID-19 impact is massive, but other social causes need CSR funding too, say NGOs
With a major chunk of CSR funding having gone towards the PM-CARES Fund, there are few resources left with corporate organisations to fund new initiatives
Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas, Hugh Jackman among others feature in at-home remake of The Princess Bride for charity
The Princess Bride at-home reimagination, available on Quibi, is aimed at raising funds for World Central Kitchen, which has provided food relief amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Former England wicket-keeper Matt Prior to attempt Tour de France, calls it 'biggest physical challenge'
Former England wicket-keeper batsman Matt Prior on Thursday informed that he would be attempting to ride the full Tour de France
Game of Thrones star Kit Harington's fans raise over $45,000 for charity he supports, amid his treatment
Kit Harington checked into a luxury health retreat in Connecticut to receive treatment for stress, exhaustion and alcohol use, weeks before the Game of Thrones finale aired on 19 May
Kerala, After The Flood: Malayali expats in the Gulf take out major collection drives for victims back home
Acts of kindness by the Kerala diaspora are extending much-needed relief to the state as it struggles to overcome the worst natural calamity in its history
Donation to Kerala floods: Mobile wallet firms have their heart at the right place but taxpayers inconvenienced
A few other mobile wallet companies have swung into action to mobilise funds for the beleaguered people of Kerala devastated by heavy rains, but how convenient is it for making donations
'Roti Bank', former Maharashtra top cop's 'food rescue organisation', feeds Mumbai's poor with leftovers from restaurants
Maharashtra's former director general of police D Sivanandan launched Roti Bank in Mumbai in December last year.
Sunil Bharti Mittal's family to pledge Rs 7,000 cr for philanthropy; backs setting up of telecom school
Bharti Foundation also announced its plans to set up Satya Bharti University for Science and Technology under its philanthropy plan
Met Gala 2018: Rihanna, Amal Clooney, Donatella Versace to chair event
Rihanna, Amal Clooney and Donatella Versace will co-chair Met Gala 2018 along with Anna Wintour. The theme for 2018 is Fashion and the Catholic Imagination.
16-year old from United States breaks the record for most retweets on a single Twitter tweet
A 16-year-old boy's plea for a year of free chicken nuggets has become the most retweeted message on Twitter.
World Cancer Day: Meet Mumbai's Cancer Messiah
Businessman Harakchand Savla started his journey to help Cancer patients in 1985 when he happened to misguide a Cancer patient, this is his story.
Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO donates more than $100 million to donor advised fund
Facebook Inc Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg has donated more than $100 million to the Sheryl Sandberg & Dave Goldberg Family Fund.
Apple pay makes it easy to donate to nonprofits
Apple Pay support for charitable donations kicked off on Tuesday with nonprofits ranging from global organisations such as Unicef and WWF.
Sachin Tendulkar wishes kids on the occasion of Children's Day
Sachin Tendulkar brought in Children's Day by playing street cricket with school children who are part of the 'Make-A-Wish-Foundation' at the M I G cricket club in Mumbai.