Lubbock Fire Rescue Delivers 1,900 Coats to Students
Coats 4 Kids set a fundraising record in 2026 as the program distributed new coats at three Lubbock area schools.
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Lubbock Business Philanthropy News
Philanthropy in Lubbock runs on donations, fundraising events and nonprofit support, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting includes the activities of local organizations and the capital they raise to support their missions.
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November 10, 2026
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas Marks 75 YearsThe nonprofit will honor community partners and legal professionals at a reception and awards ceremony in Lubbock.
November 5, 2026
Lubbock Auto Auction Donates $8,200 to NonprofitThe donation supports A Place to Call Home's work-based program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
November 4, 2026
Texas Tech Shelves Plans for New NIL CollectiveAthletics staff tabled a proposed third-party collective after reviewing for-profit requirements and rules on quid pro quo deals.
November 4, 2026
Mortgage Bankers Give $23,000 to Food 2 KidsThe West Texas Mortgage Bankers Association's golf tournament fundraiser supports weekend meals for students facing food insecurity.
November 3, 2026
South Plains Food Bank Opens Northeast Lubbock SiteA weekly food distribution site at a northeast Lubbock church aims to reach neighbors who struggle to get to the food bank.
November 3, 2026
Lubbock Volunteers Push Back on Concession PlanVolunteers who have long run youth sports concession stands are asking the city to reconsider plans to hand operations to outside bidders.
November 2, 2026
Texas Tech Defense Sacks Arizona Five TimesTexas Tech's pass rush recorded five sacks of Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita in a 34-26 win, lifting its season total to 25.
October 28, 2026
United Family and Cheez-It Grant $25,000 to EducatorsThe donation supports South Plains teachers through a collaboration with the College Football Playoff Foundation.
October 28, 2026
Texas Tech Hosts Community Tech-or-Treat EventThe Student Union Building hosted families and students for a festive evening of games and candy.
October 27, 2026
Texas Tech Booster Criticizes Football Team PerformanceMajor donor Cody Campbell expressed frustration following the team's unexpected loss to Cincinnati.
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Lubbock reporting spans charitable giving, fundraising drives, community grants and nonprofit management. Coverage runs across the city and into the communities around it. Seasonal campaigns and gala events define the calendar for giving throughout the year. Corporate gifts and foundation awards are the primary drivers of growth for many of the larger nonprofit organizations.