By Judy Song-Marshall, Chief Strategy Officer, Public Interest Registry We are thrilled to share that Public Interest Registry’s dedication to uplifting mission-driven organizations and individuals has been recognized on a major stage! The .ORG Impact Awards, ORG In Action, and the Three Letters that Change the World campaign proudly showcase the inspiring stories of changemakers […]
When it comes to protecting some of the most iconic and fragile landscapes in the world, true conservation work is about more than preserving land; it’s about building lasting relationships with the people who cherish and depend on it. The Mojave Desert Land Trust (MDLT), based in Southern California, has expanded their impact by redefining […]
More than a school, Long Way Home is a model for change where students lead, communities thrive, and education fuels real-world impact. At Long Way Home in rural Guatemala, education isn’t just about what happens in the classroom. For founder Matt Paneitz and his team, it’s about creating a model where learning and community action […]
At The Center for Courageous Kids (CCK), the mission has always been clear: To provide a place where every child — regardless of medical diagnosis, ability, or background — can experience the joy, confidence, and freedom that comes from attending camp. As CCK looks to the future, they are embracing an even bolder vision: expanding […]
PIR increases age limit of “Rising Star” category from 25 to under 30 Winners eligible for prize donations up to $50,000 USD out of $180,000 USD total prize awards RESTON, Va. – Public Interest Registry (PIR), the nonprofit stewards of the .ORG domain, today opened the nomination period for its seventh annual .ORG Impact Awards, […]
For more than two decades, Green Empowerment has supported clean energy and water infrastructure projects across Latin America, Southeast Asia, and now Africa as well. But what sets the organization apart isn’t just their technical work—it’s the philosophy behind it: build with, not for. Rather than leading with solutions, Green Empowerment leads with collaboration—shifting power […]
For mission-driven organizations, few assets are more powerful – or more challenging to cultivate – than a community of engaged, empowered volunteers. Volunteers bring time, skills, passion, and perspective, and sustaining their involvement requires thoughtful design, meaningful training, and a culture of trust. Bill Campbell, the coordinator behind EcoAction Arlington’s Energy Masters program, believes that […]
Finding Homes for Dogs in Need Dogs are a special part of any family, so it should come as no surprise that the nonprofit, A Forever Home Animal Rescue Foundation, started as a family affair. Maribel Taylor-Mattox, her sister Carmen, and brother-in-law Ken always felt a calling for fostering rescue dogs, and had spent years […]
Fashion That Works “Women power the fashion industry but they don’t lead the fashion industry,” says Custom Collaborative founder and executive director, Ngozi Okaro. But Custom Collaborative’s mission is to change that, and in just over eight years since Okaro founded the organization, they are making significant progress. In 2016, when Okaro founded Custom Collaborative, […]