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Charitable Causes

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June 17, 2026

Heart on Main Street Launches Seal Program to Recognize Companies Supporting Independent Retail

The new program recognizes vendors and partners committed to supporting independent retailers through grants and mentorship.

screenshot of FarmHouse Fresh website landing page
May 27, 2026

This Woman of Influence Wasn’t Born in a Barn, But She’s Sleeping In One For a Good Cause

FarmHouse Fresh Founder and CEO Shannon McLinden is rallying support for the end of horse and donkey slaughter with a four-day telethon event.

Gift for Life and NY Now AIDS Walk NY 2026 team
May 26, 2026

Gift for Life Team Raises Nearly $50,000 at AIDS Walk New York, Surpasses Major Milestone

Gift for Life raised $48,100 at this month's AIDS Walk New York, bringing its cumulative total to $500,000+ for GMHC's HIV/AIDS services.

Heart on Main Street took its Independent Rebuild Project to Asheville, N.C., to help in the rebuild efforts for Bette Boutique after it was severely damaged by Hurricane Helene.
May 8, 2026

Asheville, N.C. Retailer Inches Closer to Reopening 2 Years After Hurricane Helene

Heart on Main Street brought its Independent Rebuild Project to Asheville, N.C., to help Bette Boutique in its recovery after Hurricane Helene.

Emalee Hoffman, GFL Chair; Doug Cofiell, honoree; and Peter Schauben, GFL Founder
April 21, 2026

Peter Schauben Urges Industry to Unite Against Hunger Ahead of Summer Gala

The founder of Gift for Life and president of Schauben & Co asks the industry to support World Central Kitchen in honor of his humanitarian award.

Home vs Hunger Non-Event Event
April 9, 2026

Gift for Life to Host Second Annual Home vs Hunger ‘Non-Event’ Event at High Point Market

The initiative, running April 25-29, invites the industry to "skip the party and fund meals instead" by donating to World Central Kitchen.

Moose Toys logo
April 8, 2026

Moose Toys’ Foundation Celebrates 10 Years of Giving Back Through Play

The Moose Happy Kids Foundation has helped bring toys and play experiences to more than 5 million kids worldwide.

Gift for Life 2026 logo
April 6, 2026

Gift for Life Adds 4 New Board Members to Expand Industry Leadership

GFL appoints board members from Dallas Market Center, David Youngson & Associates, DM Merchandising, and GSMA to strengthen its charitable mission.