Charity Archives - UNF Spinnaker

UNF Dance Marathon raises money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Jas Chung • Mar 8, 2018

Dance “For The Kids." The University of North Florida Dance Marathon is a student operated event that hosted its 10th annual 12-hour Dance Marathon on Saturday, March 3. The event raises funds for...

ATΩ, Waka Flocka Flame partner for benefit concert at Pure Nightclub

Jariss George • Sep 14, 2016

Alpha Tau Omega is teaming up with rapper Waka Flocka Flame for a benefit concert at Pure Nightclub, with all proceeds going to the Sanctuary on 8th Street. The Sanctuary on 8th Street is an after-school...

Reading Radio receives $4000 from North Florida sorority Delta Gamma

Jason Howard • Apr 10, 2014

Today, UNF’s Delta Gamma chapter presented a $4000 check to WJCT’s Reading Radio.

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Filipino Student Association holds concert for charity

Kathleen Godfrey • Jan 22, 2013

In Tagalog, the language of the Philippines, “Gawad Kalinga” means “to give care.” Gawad Kalinga is also a non-profit organization that aims to fight poverty in the Philippines. In coordination...

CHIC fashions its first charity event

Spinnaker • Feb 23, 2011

One size does not fit all. Women and men of all shapes and sizes model Jacksonville designer’s clothes at charity fashion event.

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Pwning n00bs for a cause

Spinnaker • Feb 2, 2011

Read about how three UNF students came up with a gaming charity event called PWNJax for Child's Play charity that benefits children's hospitals.

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Free your conscious, unchain your melody in good company

Spinnaker • Nov 17, 2010

UNF’s Conscious Organization wants everyone to gather together one last time before the holiday break, to share ideas, experiences and just enjoy each others presence.

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Life can be rich with help from others

Spinnaker • Oct 5, 2010

With a heart for humanity, Valerie Mathias finds a life-long passion for helping others.

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American Cancer Society hosts kick-off event for October benefit walk

Spinnaker • Jul 29, 2010

The American Cancer Society presents a special kick-off event to get people signed up for a benefit walk in October.

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Deep Horizon spill bolsters local tourism

Spinnaker • Jul 18, 2010

Tourism is increasing in Jacksonville as people cancel West Florida vacations.

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Several universities institute pet-friendly dorms

Spinnaker • Jul 17, 2010

Room with with your rabbit, cuddle with your chameleon, or shack up with your sheep! Universities around the country are letting students bring pets to school.

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Affected students, on-campus club helps disaster-struck Haiti

Spinnaker • Jan 21, 2010

On the UNF campus, the student organization Hope for Haiti has organized disaster-relief efforts along with the Jacksonville nonprofit organization Mission Harvest America.

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