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Air Jordans made for Spike Lee and donated to Oregon shelter auctioned for nearly $51,000
A pair of rare Nike sneakers donated to an Oregon homeless shelter in Portland sold for nearly $51,000 at auction on Monday.
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The No. 1 way to avoid scams when making charitable donations
Avoid getting scammed by bogus charities by using the IRS’ charity look-up tool.
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Dolphins' Bradley Chubb prioritizes helping kids reach full potential by co-founding charity with brother
Dolphins’ linebacker Bradley Chubb made it his mission to inspire kids to reach their full potential.
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How ‘A Leg Forever' charity golf tournament helps people with limb loss
A Leg Forever was founded by Elizabeth Norden after her two sons both lost a leg in the Boston Marathon bombing. She wanted to give back to the community that supported them. The foundation hosted its 10th annual charity golf tournament on Monday. Elizabeth and a few of her colleagues tell us what this event means to them every year.
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Susan G Komen 3-Day: Long-time walk participant shares her story
The Susan G. Komen 3-Day is taking place in Boston from August 18th to 20th to raise money for breast cancer care, advocacy, and research. Nancy Schulman, who has laced up for more than 20 of these walks, walked in more than 20 of these walks, tells us why the event is important for everyone and what has brought...
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How Sir Darius Brown is making a big impact on shelter pets
Clear the Shelters ambassador, Sir Darius Brown, is giving back to the shelter animals that he’s loved since he was a kid. He has been creating bowties himself for animals and even has a limited edition Clear the Shelters tie. Head to Beaux and Paws or the shop at NBC Studios to get one.
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University Garden Uses Sheep to Mow Grass
Students at George Washington University hired sheep to mow the grass at their community garden for some natural lawn care.
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‘Amazing': Sleep in Heavenly Peace Org. Delivers Beds to Vt. Kids in Need
Christmas morning will be a lot brighter for one Vermont family after a special gift from caring community members. “To donate their time and come do this for other families — it’s amazing,” dad Lamba Crane said of the charity organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Crane and his family lost most of their possessions when a smoky fire in Burlington…
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Charity Provides New Beds for Family in Need
Christmas morning will be brighter for a family after they lost belongings in a fire.
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The Mission Behind The Prudential Center's '31 Nights of Light' Program
The annual holiday lighting program ’31 Nights of Light’ is on the Prudential Center, lighting the Prudential Tower a different color for various charitable causes. Kwani Lunis flipped the switch the very first night.
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What To Know About The '31 Nights of Light' at the Prudential Center
Kwani Lunis tells us why the Pru will be lit up a different color each night during the holidays.
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‘Really Surprised': Vt. Toy Drive Organizer, Known for Christmas Car, Receives Boost for Charity
A Vermont man, whose volunteer work is aimed at boosting the spirits of underprivileged children at the holidays, received a surprise at his workplace Wednesday in support of his charity toy drive. “I was really surprised,” beamed Troy Austin, a security guard at Burlington High School, who was greeted with an unexpected song and donations from BHS faculty, staff and…
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School Employee's Charity Work Gets Big Boost From Colleagues and Students
A Vermont man got a nice surprise at work, with more aid coming in his efforts to support charity.
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Program Providing Meals to Address Food Insecurity
As college students head home for the holidays, cafeteria food left behind is being saved by Heat-n-Eats, a program from FoodForFree.org.
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Patriots Tight End Hosts Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway in Roxbury
Jonnu Smith of the New England Patriots hosted an event at the Boys & Girls Club of Boston’s Yawkey Club of Roxbury to treat families to Thanksgiving dinner.
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Charity's Food Delivery Truck Damaged by Vandals Weeks Before Thanksgiving
A Massachusetts charity is trying to make sure it can get food to those in need after its truck was vandalized. The United Way of Greater New Bedford is working to figure out how to continue its mission after workers found the windows of the vehicle smashed and tools missing Tuesday. “Our team showed up at the truck lot and…
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Vermont Couple Invites Community Into Personal Haunted House for Charity
Owners of one home in Vermont truly take it to the max when it comes to their Halloween decorating — decking out their property from floor to ceiling to benefit charity. “It’s a passion that we have for this,” said Gary Spaulding, who lives in what has to be the most famous house on Bellevue Avenue in Rutland. The yard...