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Bellevue Family Counseling Opens New Offices for Child and Teen Counseling
Bellevue Family Counseling, answering a strong demand for more child and teen counseling services, announces the doubling of its office space in Bellevue Washington. Located at 1601 116th Ave NE in Bellevue, the new suite 111 offers six new offices for child and teen counseling as well as parent... - November 22, 2018 - Bellevue Family Counseling
Barbara Williamson is Named Professional of the Year by the International Association of Who’s Who
Barbara Williamson of Fallon, NV is recognized by the International Association of Who’s Who for exemplary achievements leading the Sexual Revolution and Authoring. - November 21, 2018 - International Association of Who's Who
VOS Digital Media Group Announces Ron Lopez as Vice President, Head of Product
VOS Digital Media Group, Inc. (www.VOSDMG.com), a global technology media company, announced today it has appointed Ron Lopez as Vice President, Head of Product. Ron brings over 20 years of experience to VOS. As VP Head of Product, Ron will be responsible for building VOS’s video exchange, and executing on our strategic roadmap to create the world's best digital video and content buying and selling platform and experience. - November 20, 2018 - Icaro Media Group
GACYE Annual Fundraiser
The Georgia Center for Youth Excellence, Inc. will be hosting their 2018 Annual Fundraiser to support their Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs. - November 20, 2018 - Georgia Center For Youth Excellence Inc
Swedish Medical Center Collects Hygiene Items for Englewood Families
Swedish Medical Center partners with Englewood Schools to provide needed supplies to homeless and at-risk students. - November 17, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center
Sherri Harris Allgood, First African American Woman Elected as Mayor of Troy, NC
After winning the election on November 6, 2018, Sherri Harris Allgood will become the first African American to hold the title of Mayor in Montgomery County. - November 17, 2018 - Sherri Harris Allgood
New Age Marketing Inc. Partners Up with Home Again Foundation of Charlotte to End Homelessness in Mecklenburg County
Charlotte NC, Marketing Firm (New Age Marketing Inc), has partnered with Non-profit Organization (Home Again NC) to build homes from Charlotte's homeless. Creating a better life for those who are less fortunate. - November 15, 2018 - New Age Marketing Inc.
Lily Lisa, Philanthropist, Humanitarian Wins Art 4 Peace Award for Documentary
A Documentary film titled “As Always Stay By Me” produced by TV Talk Show Host and Philanthropist, Lily Lisa, not surprisingly took home the coveted Humanitarian award. - November 15, 2018 - Lily Lisa
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to 8-Year-Old Girl in Sand Lake, MI
Nevaeh, a 8-year-old Type 1 Diabetic in Sand Lake, Michigan, received a very special delivery of her very own Diabetic Alert Service Dog from SDWR. - November 15, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Just in Time for the Holidays, Great for Stockings: Clyde the Cat’s True Story Will Entertain Children While Grown-Ups Enjoy Coloring a Quick Succession of Busy Nothings
New from Z Girls Press: Clyde the Cat That Came In From The Cold by Artist/Author Daphne Stammer for children and A Quick Succession of Busy Nothings by Kate Zarrella. Clyde tells the true story of how a once homeless cat found a home in beautiful, lively illustrations with heartwarming captions. Kate Zarrella has created a captivating adult coloring book featuring a handful of original illustrations plus line art showcasing the wit and wisdom from books by classic novelist Jane Austen. - November 14, 2018 - M.P. Zarrella Books, Inc. DBA Calling Card Books and Z Girls Press
Breakthrough Research on Community Forest Governance in Cameroon by Serge Piabuo from Oasis Publishers
Serge Mandiefe Piabuo presently works at the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research. Piabuo carries out research in Forestry, Enterprise development, Agricultural Economics and qualitative and quantitative social research. Piabuo took up... - November 13, 2018 - Oasis Publishers
Autism Service Dog Delivered to 8-Year-Old Boy in Redford, MI
An 8-year old boy named Ethan living in Redford, Michigan, has received a very special delivery of his very own Autism Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, also known as "SDWR." - November 13, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Dathena Announces Closing of Pre-Series a Round, Led by CerraCap Ventures
Dathena Science, the Leading AI-powered Data Protection and Management Platform, announces closing of Pre-Series A funding round led by CerraCap Ventures, a global AI investment Venture fund headquartered in California. "At a time when organizations are investing significantly in the Data... - November 12, 2018 - CerraCap Ventures
Better Learning Better Life: Tutor Doctor Aims to Improve Education in Orlando
Founded as an alternative to the “one-to-many” teaching model most extra-curricular learning centers offer, Tutor Doctor provides a personalized one-to-one, in-home tutoring service to students of all ages. Now with offices internationally, the Tutor Doctor vision is becoming a reality, positively impacting students and their families worldwide. - November 12, 2018 - Tutor Doctor
Stephen King Selects U.S. Army Veteran for $1 Movie Contract
Horror writer Stephen King has chosen his latest Dollar Baby movie producer; Former Army Major Howard Schellenberg of Fort Lauderdale, Florida as the recipient of a contract to produce a non-commercial movie and screenplay based on his short story, "Beachworld" for $1. Schellenberg is the first military veteran selected by Mr. King. - November 12, 2018 - TowerTorch.com
Free Healing Services at Lotus Wellness Center
In honor of Veteran's Day and Thanksgiving, the practitioners of Lotus Wellness Center wish to give back to the community. Energy healing is a subtle, gentle way of bringing your mind, body and spirit back into balance. If you never had a session and would like to try one for free, come on out. There are practitioners available from 10am-4pm to give away sessions. - November 11, 2018 - Lotus Wellness Center
The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. Hosted Its 12th Annual Thomas Hartig Dining in the Dark
The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. hosted its 12th Annual Thomas Hartig Dining in the Dark event. Dining in the Dark is a unique three-course meal in complete darkness accompanied by live entertainment and a silent auction. In memory of Thomas Hartig, the "Inspirational Community Member" award was created by FOCB and is given to an inspirational blind person at the event. Jason Goldfield was the award winner this year. - November 10, 2018 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
Rural Charity Event Sponsored by Diamond Expert Navneet Goenka
Navneet Goenka diamond veteran, sponsors the rural India Divali charity event. School children from the remote Wai villlage in the State of Satara (India) were invited to attend the Divali party. - November 10, 2018 - Glitzkoin
Surterra Wellness Sponsors Mission Zero First Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Surterra Wellness, a leading provider of natural cannabis-based products that support well-being, has partnered with Mission Zero, a Florida-based non-profit organization committed to decreasing the number of suicides among military veterans suffering from PTSD, for the First Annual “Swing... - November 09, 2018 - Mission Zero
Footprint Foundation Announces First Annual Arts Gala Co-Hosted by Cast from Mayans M.C. and Benefiting Four Different Charities
The Footprint Foundation, a non-profit collective, is pleased to announce its first annual Arts Gala to be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. at V22LA Fashion House in DTLA. The event will be hosted by fashion brand V22LA (which consists of husband and wife team, Frank... - November 09, 2018 - Footprint Foundation
Free Wheelchair Mission Founder Speaks at Stanford University on Social Entrepreneurship
Free Wheelchair Mission Founder and President, Don Schoendorfer, shares leadership lessons on starting the world’s leading provider of wheelchairs for the developing world. - November 08, 2018 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Lucia Mann’s Newest Book Release Gives a Voice to the Silent Humiliation and Shame Suffered by Parents Abused by Their Adult Children
Pain and silent shame suffered by parents who are abused--emotionally, physically, financially--by adult children. - November 07, 2018 - Lucia Mann
The Watershed Leading the Way in Addiction Treatment Since 1998
The Watershed Addiction Treatment Programs celebrated 20 years of providing alcohol and drug addiction treatment to individuals battling substance use disorders. Over the course of two decades, The Watershed has been able to expand in both Florida and Texas. Today, The Watershed has treated over 58,000 people with drug addiction and alcoholism. - November 06, 2018 - The Watershed
Indian Filmmakers Seeking to Unite the Fight Against Poaching & Illegal Wildlife Trade Take Their Fight to the Streets of Mumbai
Power Couple Amit Sarin and Vineesha Arora-Sarin Utilize Their International Influence to Promote Be Free Street Art; Raising Awareness to Numerous Social Causes Including Poaching & Illegal Wildlife Trade - November 06, 2018 - Roaming Rickshaw Films
Self-Help and a Few Laughs for Entrepreneurs
Denise Meridith is a former bureaucrat and current entrepreneur, author and public speaker. She has published over 1000 articles for newspapers and magazines. Her latest book, "The Year a Roof Rat Ate My Dishwasher: An Arizona Survival Guide for Entrepreneurs," is a humorous self-help tome for business people who live in, or are thinking of moving to, the fifth largest state in the U.S. - November 06, 2018 - Denise Meridith
The Stanley Cup is Coming to Calgary: Flames Alumni and Soldiers to Face Off in Hockey Game Supporting Wounded Troops and Families
The NHL’s Stanley Cup will be on display during the Heroes Hockey Challenge 2018 game and gala – which bring together Flames Alumni, Canadian Armed Forces, Military veterans, corporate sponsors and generous Calgarians to raise awareness and funds supporting our military, veterans and their families. - November 05, 2018 - PPCLI Foundation
National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Mini-Marathon & 5K Training Program - 29 Years and Running
Training for a race event is better with a group. Join NIFS Mini Marathon & 5K Training Program and cross the finish line this spring. - November 03, 2018 - NIFS
Ruby H. Hernandez Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ruby H. Hernandez of Crossville, Tennessee has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for almost 40 years in the educational arena. About Ruby H. Hernandez Ruby H. Hernandez has 36... - November 02, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
HCA/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Participates in Large Scale Emergency Preparation Drill
Swedish Medical Center, a level 1 trauma center located in Englewood, Colorado joins South Metro Fire Authority in full scale crisis training exercise. - November 02, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center
PXG Founder and Purple Heart Veteran Bob Parsons to Receive Patriot Award at VGA National Championship
The Veteran Golfers Association (VGA) announced today that businessman, philanthropist and Vietnam combat veteran Bob Parsons will receive the organization’s Patriot Award at the 2018 VGA National Championship tournament being held at the famed Olympic Club in San Francisco, Calif., Nov. - November 01, 2018 - Veteran Golfers Association
East Rogers Park, Chicago, Local Author Shares Mystical Insights Into the Nature of Consciousness and Physical Life at Upcoming Book Release Event
This is a timely book release announcement as a neighborhood is dealing with the terrible tragedy of two consecutive murders. Local author shares inspiration and a meditative reflection on what it means to be alive. Jarvis Square Pottery will be hosting this intimate event. Author Clayton Jarvinen shares wisdom and inspiration from what he calls "the great mind of consciousness." Thoughts From Sunrise™ is a series of books designed to work with the subconscious mind. - October 30, 2018 - Thoughts From Sunrise, LLC
Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 11-Year-Old Boy in Centre Hall, PA
Dominic, an 11-year old boy in Centre Hall, Pennsylvania, received a very special delivery of an Autism Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers to help better communicate his needs on the spectrum. - October 30, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Cribs for Kids Celebrates 20 Years of Eliminating Infant Sleep-Related Deaths
Cribs for Kids is celebrating its 20th anniversary as the nationally-recognized infant safe sleep education program that has saved the lives of countless babies. In honor of the 20th anniversary, Cribs for Kids has intensified its efforts in eliminating infant sleep-related deaths through... - October 30, 2018 - Cribs for Kids
GoLookUp Announces a Special Service to Catch Cheaters
To help people discover if their partners are cheating on them, GoLookUp is now providing a service dedicated to help them Catch a Cheater, and decide what to do in the matter. - October 29, 2018 - Lucky2Media, LLC
Vietnam Women's Memorial to Commemorate 25th Anniversary
Veterans Day weekend events set to honor women veterans of the Vietnam era - October 26, 2018 - Eastern National
New Games Rewards Life Experiences and Donates to Alzheimer's Research
New type of card game that rewards players for their real life experiences. - October 26, 2018 - Experience Games
Ladies Choice Fitness Center Partners with Ultimatum, Inc. to Support Cajun Navy Relief
Ladies Choice Fitness Center is hosting a Fall Festival Fundraiser on October 27th to support Cajun Navy Relief. They are also collecting donations online through Ultimatum from people who are not able to attend the fundraiser in person. - October 26, 2018 - Ultimatum Inc.
Nashville Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - November 30, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting the Nashville Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - November 30, 2018. - October 26, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Olympic Club in San Francisco to Host VGA National Championship Nov. 4-7
Over 80,000 Rounds of Golf Played by VGA Members Since Non-Profit’s Inception - October 25, 2018 - Veteran Golfers Association
AmpleHarvest.org Fights Food Waste and Hunger with Centerpieces for Food Pantries Initiative
AmpleHarvest.org shares tips for creating centerpieces made of fresh produce that can be donated to food pantries. - October 25, 2018 - AmpleHarvest.org
Laketia T. Burgess Honored as a VIP Member for 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Laketia T. Burgess of Pompano Beach, Florida has been honored as a VIP Member for 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of fashion. VIP Members exemplify tenacity. They realize that in order... - October 24, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
East Pete Responds Sending a Hurricane Relief Supplies Truck to Pender County, North Carolina
"Choose a charitable effort you believe in. Donate and volunteer. In a blink, it could be you they serve." - Jill Kring Carter, Founder, East Pete Responds - October 23, 2018 - East Pete Responds
Bollywood Star Unites with Grammy Winner for a Colossal Collaboration; Sonu Nigam Releases English Single with Grammy-Winning Producer/ Engineer, Jason Goldstein
Sonu Nigam Teams with Grammy Winner for English Release. - October 18, 2018 - EEG Talent
LegacyArmour Partnering with Insurance Brokers Like IQS to Fix a $50 Billion Unclaimed Benefits Problem
LegacyArmour is fixing a $50 Billion problem at its source by working with the insurance industry to bundle insurance products with the Patented LegacyArmour Digital Vaults, ensuring that families receive the benefits they deserve. - October 18, 2018 - LegacyArmour
Canine Company Launches Campaign to Find a Home for Dog That's Spent 500 Days in a Shelter
Adopt-a-Dog gets help from Canine Company on adoption package and digital campaign to find a family for Thumbelina the dog. - October 18, 2018 - Canine Company
Art Fort Lauderdale® Co-Founders Partner with Leading Cultural Institutions Throughout the City for Inaugural Fort Lauderdale Art & Design Week (January 19-27, 2019)
Major Events and Exhibitions, including the last two days of Hamilton at the Performing Arts Center, launch of the AIA Fort Lauderdale Architectural Fair, Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Affinities and Distinctions, Remember to react: 60 years of collecting exhibit at the NSU Art Museum and More to Align with the Third Edition of Art Fort Lauderdale (January 24-27). - October 17, 2018 - Art Fort Lauderdale
The Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation: Ruck for Our Fallen Takes Over Ogunquit Beach
The Ruck for Our Fallen is a military grade ruck event being held on Ogunquit Beach to help raise money to support the families of our fallen military and first responder heroes from Maine. - October 17, 2018 - Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation
American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Launches "Empowerment Exchange" in Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) in Rockville, MD is urging women with disabilities to ask themselves when is the last time they were screened for breast cancer. Breast cancer is a major public health concern for all women, including women with disabilities. Women with... - October 16, 2018 - American Association on Health and Disability
New Gospel Artist Steven Hickerson on the Move with New Single Picking Up Steam
Gospel Artist Steven Hickerson Releases First Single “Reset” Under Own Company, Gospel Renaissance Muzik Group in Atlanta, GA, - October 15, 2018 - Gospel Renaissance Muzik Group
FundMyTeam Announces Youth Sports Fundraising Partnership with 1,000,000-Team NBC SportsEngine Marketplace
Red Herring 100 Award-winning youth sports fundraiser FundMyTeam becomes the first non-NBC-owned direct fundraiser to join the 1,000,000-team NBC SportsEngine Marketplace and announces 2019 plans to raise $20M for teams in the $3B youth sports fundraising market. - October 15, 2018 - League Network, PBC