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NYC Media Will Air DCTV’s Landmark Documentary Series by Young New Yorkers
Award Winning, Emmy Nominated Series “Our Cameras, Our Stories” to Air Weekly on New York City WNYE-TV Channel 25 - October 07, 2016 - DCTV
Milwaukee Nonprofit Receives Funding from U.S. Department of Justice to Help Young Dads Beyond the Bars as They Transition Back Into Society
The Center for Self-Sufficiency (CFSS) announced today that it is the recipient of an innovative grant from the United States Department of Justice that will help young Milwaukee dads successfully transition back into the community. - October 07, 2016 - Center for Self-Sufficiency
Spreading The Way to Happiness to the People of Honduras
Retired army veteran Jason Martin recently visited La Ceiba, Honduras, where he was able to distribute copies of The Way to Happiness to those in need. - October 01, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
National Museum of African American History and Culture Visits MindBloom Preschool
The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) teaches a local Washington, DC immersion language preschool a few lessons on diversity and inclusion and the importance of making a difference in the world. - September 27, 2016 - MindBloom Preschool
Social Enterprise Entrepreneur Revolutionizes Educational Landscape with a Unique Fusion of Cultural Arts, Academics & Fun
Educator and entrepreneur Ian Welsch MS.Ed knows how to motivate students to succeed! For 15 years, he has been helping thousands of young community members conquer their limitations, breakdown borders and rise above expectations. From his start as a public school educator in Miami-Dade County, to... - September 15, 2016 - The Motivational Edge
Safety Center's Peer-to-Peer, Teen Safe Driving Campaigns Receives Funding from the Allstate Foundation Good Starts Young Program
Empowering Students to Create Real Change, Lead, Impact, and Reach Youth Making a Difference in Teen Safe Driving Decisions - September 14, 2016 - Safety Center
Get Lapel Pins Partners with Smile Train to Help Raise Awareness and Funds for Children with Clefts
GLP has designed an exclusive set of pins to support Smile Train's mission. The set sells for an MSRP of $30 and is available online at getlapelpins.com. The pin set includes a happy face pin and a sad face pin. Each set sold will benefit Smile Train and will help to create new smiles for children in need around the world. The company will donate $25 from each set sold to Smile Train, the world's largest cleft charity. - September 12, 2016 - Get Lapel Pins
Drug-Free Tennessee is Sending Out a Red Ribbon Invitational
Drug-Free Tennessee holds a variety of events throughout the year to benefit the community through education and awareness. - September 10, 2016 - Drug Free South
New Children's Book Inspired by Theater-Loving Squirrel
ASD Publishing announces release of children’s book author Gregory G. Allen's third book, "Irving the Theater Nut!" that celebrates theater, chasing dreams, and teamwork. - September 08, 2016 - ASD Publishing
Bright Start Releases Results from It's "International Student Success Program" (ISSP)
Bright Start shows dramatic improvements in student's GPA and behavior. - September 07, 2016 - Gary Surdam
5 Things Your Child Should Take to School Everyday
What are the things your child should bring to school every day to ensure success? With school starting, it’s time to help your child learn to get organized, and it’s vital to help your son or daughter be ready to focus and learn. The five items are: something in which to hold pencils,... - September 04, 2016 - Organized for Success
New Children Book Launched
Chief Executive Officer, Gracie Bradford, of MBradford Management Associates LLC announces the addition of a new component of the employee training and development consulting business through the launch of a book just in time for September National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The new addition reaches a wider audience benefiting from the company’s approach to learning. In addition to the healthcare sector, training now includes parents, education administrators, pet lovers, and teachers. - September 03, 2016 - MBradford Management Associates LLC
Noah’s Park and Playgrounds Selling Freenotes Harmony Park Outdoor Instruments
Noah's Park & Playgrounds Now Offering Wide Variety of Freenotes Harmony Park Outdoor Instruments to its online E-commerce store, www.noahsplay.com - September 01, 2016 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
CleverTap Brings the Power of Triggered Notifications & Live User Segments to the Education Market
CleverTap's partnership with Hooked on Phonics and School4One provide educators with deeper engagement and retention with parents, teachers and students alike. Today, they have announced the expansion of their latest and most powerful mobile analytics & user engagement platform into the education sector. - August 30, 2016 - CleverTap
How Can the World Could be a Better Place Through Education? Young Potential Development LLC Launches a New Digital Tool for Tweens and Teens.
Are families really preparing our children to discover their potential, achieve their best and develop their talents for the future? Guided by the belief that education is the best way possible to solve many of society’s challenges, Franco Soldi has developed and tested The CUBE with thousands of kids, parents and teachers around the world. Today, The CUBE is ready to be launched here in the US this coming September 7th on the Crowdfunding Platform Kickstarter. - August 29, 2016 - Young Potential Development (YPD), LLC
Lutheran Services in America and the Annie E. Casey Foundation Bring Together Key Leaders to Improve Child Well-being Programs in the United States
Lutheran Services in America (LSA) is proud to announce a new partnership with the Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF) to bring together key leaders serving children, youth, and families to participate in AECF’s preeminent Results-Based Leadership Institute (RBLI). This collective work is made... - August 29, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
Christian Music Trendsetter Carman Returns to the Stage Triumphant After Life-Threatening Cancer Battle
Bringing life and hope to families across the country in the high energy 2016 "CinemaSonic Experience" Tour - August 25, 2016 - Carman
Charity Memorializing Extraordinary Fallen Kindergarten Teacher Approaches One-Year Anniversary
Too many school children in the U.S. live with food insecurity. Many of those children also go without hot lunches at school, medical and dental examinations, prescriptions and academic supplies needed to assure positive life outcomes. Corbin’s Legacy is dedicated to continuing the work of Corbin Leafman, a teacher whose life was cut short far too early, is committed to making sure that these sad facts change. No child should suffer, no parent should feel powerless. #becauseweknewher - August 22, 2016 - Corbin's Legacy
Boys & Girls Club of Garfield and C.S. Tree Productions Presents “The Back-2-School Experience”
Garfield Resident Organizes “Back-2-School” Benefit to Help Local Students. - August 19, 2016 - CS Tree Productions
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Reaching Out to Parents
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee participated at the Metro event Parent University this past weekend. - August 18, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
Nate Goodman, San Diego Teen, Produces a Film for an International Organization (ReSurf) on Hawaii Mission Trip
Nate Goodman, age 17, a resident of San Diego California, recently traveled to Hawaii with 14 other ReSurf volunteers to distribute donated and refurbished surf boards to underprivileged children living on the West side of Oahu. Nate Goodman, a founding member of the San Diego ReSurf branch, brought his filmmaking skills and equipment to Hawaii to assist in the effort and document this excursion. The film will be debuted in San Diego on August 18th, 2016. - August 15, 2016 - Nate Goodman Enterprises
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School Announces First Inclusive Education Program in the Charleston Diocese’s Greenville Deanery
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School in Greenville, SC, has established the EMBRACE Program, the first inclusive education program in the Charleston Diocese’s Greenville Deanery. They will welcome two students during its inaugural 2016-2017 school year. This academic endeavor will provide an inclusive educational experience for students with mild to moderate intellectual abilities that have traditionally been separated into a segregated classroom and denied equal opportunities in education. - August 05, 2016 - Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School
Iankovskyi Foundation Has Supported the Families of IDP by Offering Sanative Trips to Their Children
“The childhood is not to be menaced by the war, because the new and growing generation of Ukrainians is our common future, that we should protect with care and attention”, - that is the opinion of the patron of the National Charity Foundation “Initiative for the Future,” Igor Iankovskyi. - August 05, 2016 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation
First Baptist Church Covington Introduces "Celebration Station" Ministry for Children Grades K-5
Celebration Station is a children’s 52-week long program that compliments Celebrate Recovery, a Christ centered recovery program designed to help individuals overcome hardships, hurts, hang-ups, and habits. So while adults explore topics that bring healing and wholeness, kids can discover the same truths in age appropriate ways. - August 01, 2016 - First Baptist Church Covington
BeAKidsHero Online Training Series Helps Parents Protect Children from Sexual Predators
BeAKidsHero has launched a free 3-part online training series for parents about child sexual abuse prevention. - July 25, 2016 - BeAKidsHero™
International Creativity for Social Change Event: The 2016 Creative Activist Virtual Summit, Hosted by Author & Activist Rae Luskin
Rae Luskin, author of the award-winning book "The Creative Activist," will be hosting The Creative Activist Virtual Summit from August 15th – 22nd, 2016. Featuring 24 expert guest speakers, the goals of this year’s summit are to provide practical tools, fresh ideas, and... - July 22, 2016 - The Winning Adventure
Jocelyn Gets a Wheelchair Accessible Van
Performance Mobility, Chive Charities and BraunAbility have teamed up to help Joycelyn and her family travel more comfortably in their first wheelchair accessible minivan. - July 12, 2016 - Performance Mobility
Bilingual from Birth: a New Kickstarter Project to Teach Babies English
Skylark English for Babies, an innovative kit for families, was created by British experts. It was made especially for families where English is a second language. Skylark Learning, the early childhood education company, launched a Kickstarter project on 4 July. They hope to raise £5,000 to produce a new resource for introducing English to children from birth. - July 09, 2016 - Skylark Learning
Washington DC-Based Fairlington Dental Supports National Charity Addressing the Psychosocial Needs of Children with Cancer and Their Families
Fairlington Dental Raises Funds, Donates Items and Gives Their Time to The Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation, which Makes It Possible for Mattie Miracle to Provide for the Psychological, Emotional and Social Needs of Children with Cancer. - July 06, 2016 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Northwest Christian Church to Reach New Families with the Addition of a Certified Special Needs Children’s Ministry
As part of its long term vision to connect the local community to Christ, Northwest Christian Church announced today that it will launch a new ministry for Special Needs Children in early October called “UNlimited.” It will be part of NWCC’s current KidsTown children’s... - July 05, 2016 - Northwest Christian Church
Drug-Free Tennessee Works with Community Leaders to Spread Hope
For International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Drug-Free Tennessee held a roundtable discussion about ending the drug demand in Nashville. - July 01, 2016 - Drug Free South
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Participates in Father’s Day Celebration
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee had a great time participating in a celebration for Father’s Day. - July 01, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
Drug-Free Tennessee Blankets the Edgehill Neighborhood with Truth
For International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Drug-Free Tennessee took to the Edgehill neighborhood to distribute copies of the Truth About Drugs booklet. - June 30, 2016 - Drug Free South
Torres Chess and Music Academy Announces Summer Camp
The Torres Chess and Music Academy's official summary for the 2016 Fremont Summer Chess Camp at Mission San Jose Elementary School in Fremont, California. - June 28, 2016 - Torres Chess and Music Academy
Philly Web Design Firm to Provide Internships to CODE OIC Students
Philadelphia web design firm to bring on three aspiring female coders for summer internship program. - June 24, 2016 - Blue Pelican Media
Green Edge Systems Presents K12Viewer Innovative School Digital Menu Board, School Dry Erase Menu Boards and Magnetic School Menu Boards at TASN 2016 and ANC 2016
Green Edge Systems, leader in school menu boards, presents innovative K12Viewer school digital menu boards, school dry erase menu boards, school magnetic menu boards and school nutrition hand sanitizing at the TASN 2016, Texas Association of School Nutrition annual conference, The Austin Convention... - June 16, 2016 - Green Edge Systems, Inc
Film Festival to Promote a Week of Love, Peace, & Healing Through Cinema
The Inaugural Love International Film Festival in Conjunction with The Lotus Light Children Charity is Set for July 2016 - June 15, 2016 - Love International Film Festival
Another Buddy Bench Installed in Massachusetts, Inspired by Local Author, Arlene Lagos
Millis CFB Elementary is holding a buddy bench dedication ceremony on Wednesday, June 22nd at 1:30pm. The dedication is a gift from the fourth grade class of 2024 and is inspired by the book, "Outside The Circle" by Arlene Lagos. - June 14, 2016 - CFB Home and School Association
Vacation Bible School 2016 Sponsored by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, is offering a Vacation Bible School for children from June 24, 2016 to June 25, 2016 at the church premises. - June 14, 2016 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
"Dream the Big Dream" Youth Conference and Gala
Changing Lives Together, Inc. (CLT) is a 501(c)(3) community-based nonprofit organization that was established 2013 in Hampton, VA and was founded on the principle of helping those in need. CLT will be hosting a youth conference at the Crowne Plaza Marina Hotel. “Dream the Big Dream” Youth Conference supports children of incarcerated parents. This event is designed to encourage youth to dream big. - June 12, 2016 - Changing Lives Together, Inc.
Music, Mice, and Moose!
Angela Woodhull writes fun facts for kids - and turns them into music - June 09, 2016 - Celebrate Life Through the Arts
Eta Nu Sigma Brooklyn & Queens Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated in Partnership with the Bedford YMCA Presents Swim1922 /Water Palooza
The USA Swimming Foundation raises funds to support programs that save lives and build champions in the pool and in life. USA Swimming Foundation works to increase swim participation and decrease drowning rates in the community. - June 08, 2016 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
J.C. Restoration Volunteers Surpassed Goal to Pack 100,000 Life-Saving Meals
J.C. Restoration, Inc. (JCR) and hundreds of community members worked to feed thousands of starving children in the developing world. Through a partnership between J.C. Restoration and Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), volunteers set a goal to prepare 100,000 life-saving meals at this FMSC... - June 07, 2016 - J.C. Restoration, Inc.
Giving the Gift of Sight to Hundreds Around the World
For each pair of eyeglasses purchased by patients during the months of May and June 2016, Linden Optometry, P.C. in Pasadena will make a donation to provide eye exams and eyeglasses to children in underserved communities around the world. - May 28, 2016 - Linden Optometry, P.C.
Temecula California Troop 301: Three Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor
Three local scouts: Richard Austin LaFleur, Gino Piccino, and Zac Skinner will be recognized at an invitation only Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Harveston Lake House in Temecula, CA on Thursday May 26 at 5:00 pm PDT. The presenting speakers and color guard are past and present leaders... - May 26, 2016 - Boy Scouts of America Troop 301 Tahquitz Council
"Exploring The Core" App Series Provides Valuable Tools for Educators and Parents
One teacher from Los Angeles demystifies state standards. - May 24, 2016 - Greg Mullen
Free Basketball Camp for Boys and Girls at Northridge High School
Jeff Lisath Head Boys Basketball Coach at Dayton Northridge High School is offering a free basketball camp for boys and girls passing to grades 5th-12th. This is open to any school. The camp is sponsored by Jeff Lisath Basketball Ministries and Hoop Culture and will include instruction from former college basketball players and special professional guest, including Morgan Jones. Coming out of High School Morgan was ranked the 9th nationally. - May 24, 2016 - Jeff Lisath Basketball Ministries
Hoboken Apple Montessori School Sinatra Drive Celebrates 100th Day of School
Hoboken Apple Montessori Schools on Sinatra Drive commemorates its 100th day of school. The preschool opened its doors to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners in the community on January 4, 2016. The school is the second Hoboken location for Apple Montessori Schools. - May 20, 2016 - Apple Montessori Schools
Journalist’s Debut Novel Explores Extreme Solution for Parents of Troubled Teens
DELIVER HER by journalist Patricia Perry Donovan examines a radical ploy for parents of wayward teens: the hiring of a transport service to take the youth to therapeutic treatment. - May 20, 2016 - Patricia Perry Donovan
UK Leading Children’s Charity, Barnardo’s Becomes Leader in Mobile Oracle® HR
Applaud Solutions UK Limited, a market leader in Rich User Experience and Mobile Applications for Oracle ® E-Business Suite, today announced that Barnardo’s, the UK’s leading children’s charity, has gone live with Applaud Self Service. With Applaud, Barnardo’s intends... - May 19, 2016 - Applaud Solutions