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O.U.R. Host Charity Gala to Rescue Children in Sex Trafficking
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) is excited to announce its annual Gala to raise funds to rescue kidnapped children from sex slavery around the world. This year the theme of the evening is “Homecoming,” which will reflect on the hope of pulling these children out of the horrible... - September 03, 2015 - Operation Underground Railroad
Spring Seminole Football Benefits from Auto Fix Community
On August 29, 2015 Auto Fix Unlimited located Jones Road in Houston TX hosted a fundraising car wash to help raise money for the Spring Seminole Sports Association. The fundraising car wash was a part of the Auto Fix Community Campaign. - September 02, 2015 - FIX Unlimited
Drug-Free South is Making Drugs a Bad Deal
Drug-Free South provides teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education materials. - August 28, 2015 - Drug Free South
Woman is Racing Against Time to Save the Eyesight of a Child
A Westfield, MA woman is racing against time to save the eyesight of a child. - August 28, 2015 - Save Joseph
"Internet of Things" Exploits Young Adults in New Book from Lambert Hill
"Behind the Fun Zone" Offers a Cautionary Tale for Tech-absorbed Teens. - August 25, 2015 - Lambert Hill
Ronald Shore and David Hitt Provide Inspiring Career Advice to Local Youth at Los Angeles LGBT Center
Ronald Shore and David Hitt of Keller Williams Los Feliz Provide Inspiring Career Advice to Local Youth at Los Angeles LGBT Center. - August 25, 2015 - The Shore/Hitt Network, Keller Williams Los Feliz
Convoy of Hope to Host Chicago Day of Hope
Today over 10,000 guests of honor were served by Convoy of Hope, City of Chicago and 1900 volunteers at Marquette Park in Chicago. - August 22, 2015 - Convoy of Hope Chicago
Eastern DataComm to Sponsor the New Jersey Police Chiefs Foundation Safe Schools Symposium
Eastern DataComm announced it will be sponsoring the New Jersey Police Chiefs Foundation Safe Schools Symposium as a benefactor sponsor on October 15th. They will also be exhibiting at the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police Mid-Year Meeting in Long Branch, NJ on December 3, 2015. The... - August 21, 2015 - Eastern DataComm
Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Schools Are Revving Up to Get Kids Ready for Back to School
Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu martial arts schools will be providing free educational seminars geared towards teaching children the “life skills” necessary for success in (and out) of the classroom this Fall. - August 20, 2015 - Brooklyn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
O’Connor Institute SAFE Action Project Now Offers Unique Online Training
Child Sex Trafficking Intervention Key Objective for SAFEActionProject.org. - August 20, 2015 - Sandra Day O'Connor Institute
d’Oliveira & Associates Crowns Winner of 2015 College Scholarship Essay Contest
George Washington University Law School student, Michelle Ramus, wins 2015 d’Oliveira & Associates college scholarship contest. Submitted best essay for persuading young people on the dangers of drinking and driving. - August 19, 2015 - d'Oliveira & Associates
Chin Chin and Las Vegas Fire and Rescue Team Up to Help Kids from Local Shelter with Back-to-School
Chin Chin Café & Sushi Bar in New York-New York Hotel & Casino has teamed up with Las Vegas Fire and Rescue to provide back-to-school essentials, lunch and fun for the kids of The Shade Tree Shelter. The Las Vegas, Nevada based organization is a shelter for women, children and pets that are victims of domestic abuse. - August 17, 2015 - Chin Chin
"Arrow’s" Colton Haynes to Star with "Breaking Bad's" RJ Mitte in the Upcoming Independent Feature "Triumph"
Production has commenced in Nashville, Tennessee on the upcoming independent film “Triumph” which stars RJ Mitte ("Breaking Bad", "Switched at Birth" and "Dixieland"), Colton Hanyes (“Teen Wolf”, “Arrow”, “San Andres”),... - August 17, 2015 - Pitch Dark Studios
SkillTwins Worldwide Soccer Sensations U.S. Soccer Camp Aug 10th-14th | Aug 17th-21st
SkillTwins Josef and Jakob are currently conducting an amazing footwork camp for kids ages 7-17. This is the perfect soccer camp if you are looking for great footwork skills and drills. The camp is taking place at The Odeum Expo Center in Villa Park IL. - August 08, 2015 - Addison Youth Soccer
Children's Book Inspired by Equal Parts Oz and Wonderland
Sometimes a big imagination is all you need. That, and a dead mouse. - July 31, 2015 - B.K. Brain
Paradise Bowl Announces Free Youth League
Locally owned Paradise Bowl has announced that all League Bowlers 18 years of age and younger who participate in their Saturday morning Youth Program will do so free of charge. Pat Linn, President and owner of Paradise Bowl explains, "today's youth have a wide range of activities to choose,... - July 31, 2015 - Paradise Bowl
Capita Conferences' Early Years Conference Announced - 27 October – Edinburgh
Capita's Early Years in Scotland Conference comes at a pivotal time as increases to the provision of free childcare hours for three to five year olds are well underway. - July 30, 2015 - Capita Conferences
Aspiranet Urges Families to Help Close Gap for California Foster Children in Need
Leading human services agency launches campaign to recruit 50 new foster-adoptive families - July 29, 2015 - Aspiranet
Help Hardworking Parents Make Their Special Needs Daughter's Dream a Reality
Emmalee Campbell was born with a relatively unknown genetic disorder, 1p36 Deletion Syndrome. Her parents are trying to raise money to help her enjoy one of the simplest pleasures of childhood -- riding a bike. 1p36 Deletion Syndrome is a chromosome disorder that can be characterized by moderate... - July 27, 2015 - Tracee & John Campbell
Sweet Adelines International 2015 Rising Star Competition
Sweet Adelines International will hold its 2015 Rising Star Quartet Competition Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz., as 14 of the world’s best young female barbershop a cappella quartets vie for the coveted title. - July 24, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Young Actors Come Out in Full Force for Fayette Film Festival
Fayette Film Festival, a one-night event held on July 31st, will celebrate young filmmakers and working actors in the Southeast. - July 23, 2015 - Fayette Film Festival
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Week in Kenner LA
Operation Kidsafe needs help to let local families know about this free potentially lifesaving Child Safety Week Event. Kidsafe is shipping in a custom digital fingerprinting unit just like the FBI and Secret Service use. The local sponsor will run the system and make it available free and private for parents. Safety tips to start a family safety action plan are also included. Please, help get the word out to parents about this potential life saving event. - July 21, 2015 - Operation Kidsafe
Child Safety Fair in Pinellas Park Operation Kidsafe Free Event
Join Crown Honda, local law enforcement, first responders and Operation Kidsafe for a free child safety fair. Parents can attend this event and at no charge get a lifetime record of their child's digital fingerprints and a form that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency. Parents will also get valuable safety tips. Operation Kidsafe uses the latest equipment like the FBI and Secret Service. - July 21, 2015 - Operation Kidsafe
Camp Casco - Enrollment Now Open for Massachusetts Pediatric Cancer Camp
New nonprofit offers getaway to the Berkshires to childhood cancer patients and survivors. - July 19, 2015 - Camp Casco
Naka Apparel Announces It Will Donate a Portion of Proceeds to Nevada PTA for the Month of August
In their continued effort to give back and support the community, Naka Apparel will donate a portion of proceeds to Nevada PTA for the month of August. - July 18, 2015 - Naka Apparel
Rev. Loretta F. Moody, M.Div. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Rev. Loretta F. Moody, M.Div. of Oakland, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the religious field. About Rev. Loretta F. Moody, M.Div. Rev. Moody has 39 years experience in the field of... - July 17, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Speecharoo Apps Asks the Million-Dollar Question: Can a Kangaroo Really Teach Kids to Listen?
Three weeks ago, a revolutionary new app for the iPad called "Funny Directions by Speecharoo" introduced "Kit the Kangaroo" to the world, and suddenly kids are eating all their veggies, sharing with their siblings and marching right to their rooms at... - July 16, 2015 - Speecharoo Apps
Trumpet Behavioral Health Expands Autism Services to Cypress
ABA therapy provider opens second Houston autism center to extend leading services to families in northwest region. - July 14, 2015 - Trumpet Behavioral Health
Whether Kids Can Stay in School or Not, be Watchful for Lice and Treat Effectively; Send Head Lice Packing Before You Pack Up Your Kids for Camp
Elissa Rand, mother of an elementary school aged child and founder of East Setauket, NY-based Meticulice, a leading certified head lice removal service specializing in natural and non-toxic techniques, points out that regardless of agreement with the AAP’s recommendations about head lice, the most important thing parents can do is remain on the lookout for early signs of lice infestations and take the necessary steps to treat their children and household, family members and belongings. - July 13, 2015 - Meticulice
Rosella Calauti Promotes Her Children’s Picture Book "Friends: Here...There...Everywhere!!!"
Author Rosella Calauti is pleased to announce the promotion of her children’s picture book, "Friends: Here...There...Everywhere!!!" Calauti wrote the book to enhance social and literacy development in young children ages two to five. - July 13, 2015 - Rosella Calauti
Los Angeles Charitable Foundation Summer Celebration Benefits Children of the Night
Children of the Night, a nonprofit dedicated to rescuing America’s children from the ravages of prostitution, has received a $30,000 donation from the Los Angeles chapter of The Charitable Foundation. For the second year in a row, the chapter’s donation was $10,000 over the previous... - July 12, 2015 - The Charitable Foundation
Drug-Free South Announces Upcoming Participation in National Night Out
Drug-Free South will participate in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs booklets. - July 11, 2015 - Drug Free South
Making Dreams Come True by Donating Over $30,000 to Make–A-Wish 10 Year Old Nico Fasold Holding 6th Annual Lemonade Stand to Benefit Make-A-Wish
Nico is entering his 6th year raising money for Make-A-Wish Connecticut by giving away lemonade at the end of his parents driveway. This years event will take place on July 18th at 109 Northwest Drive, Plainville, CT for 10am-2pm. All donations go directly to Make-A-Wish. If you can not make the event and would like to donate you may do so at, http://site.wish.org/site/TR?px=2930803&fr_id=1569&pg=personal. - July 10, 2015 - Nico's Lemonade Stand
Human Growth Foundation Hosts 3rd Annual Walk for Kids Growth-LA on December 5th
Human Growth Foundation will host its 3rd Annual Walk for Kids Growth-LA event on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015. - July 10, 2015 - Human Growth Foundation
Fighting Cancer and Autism in the Central Valley
Local Organizations Team Up to Fundraise for Children Fighting Cancer and Autism in the Central Valley through 4th Annual Bloodless Bullfight event. - July 09, 2015 - Carlos Vieira Foundation
Soccer Sensations SkillTwins Jakob and Josef U.S. Footwork Camp - Presented by AddisonYouthSoccer.com
YouTube sensations Jakob and Josef also known as the SkillTwins have reached over 1 million YouTube subscribers by showing off their amazing footwork skills. The following for these two young Soccer sensation has drawn so much attention to them that they have teamed up with Addison Youth Soccer in IL and will be conducting a U.S. summer footwork camp. - July 07, 2015 - Addison Youth Soccer
Grand Court of New York, the Order of the Amaranth, Announces New Grand Officers
The Grand Court of New York, The Order of the Amaranth, State of New York is proud to introduce the new Grand Royal Matron, HL Susan Johns Greenfield and Grand Royal Patron, SK Steven Joyce 2015- 2016. The installation of officers took place at Hudson Valley Resort and Spa on Saturday, May 16th,... - July 06, 2015 - Grand Court of New York, The Order of the Amaranth
Musician Melanie Safka Signs on as Drug-Free Ambassador
Foundation for a Drug-Free World joined by internationally renowned singer/songwriter Melanie Safka. - July 04, 2015 - Drug Free South
The Prompting Announces First Youth Entrepreneur Workshop
Dr. Rollan Roberts II, Founder & CEO of The Prompting announces the first-ever workshop for child entrepreneurs. - July 03, 2015 - 24ravens
Adventure Motorcyclists in Ecuador Now “Pack for a Purpose”
Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental announced it has joined an initiative to positively impact communities by assisting motorcyclists to take meaningful contributions in their saddlebags to schools in need. - July 02, 2015 - Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental
Emerging Youth Pastime Involves Theft, Invading Foreign Territories and Jail Time
Modern take on Classic Outdoor Game Uses Darkness to Create New Thrills. - July 02, 2015 - Capture the Flag REDUX
Infographic Shows Real Perils for Children with Smartphones Online
The Pumpic team, the developers of trusted parental control and monitoring apps, has conducted research and created an infographic reflecting the most critical problems of child security connected with the use of smartphones, tablets, and web access. - July 02, 2015 - Pumpic
Noah’s Park and Playgrounds Installing Brand New Custom Playground at Hennessey Elementary School
Hennessey Public Schools working with Edmond-based playground company, Noah's Park & Playgrounds to install new custom play structure at Hennessey Elementary School this week. - June 30, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Drug-Free South Spreads the Message "Make Health Your New High"
The Tennessee Chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World is called Drug-Free South. Members travel to schools to deliver lectures on the Truth About Drugs and pass out booklets to help kids understand the hazards, and tips to avoid peer pressure. Each year on the United Nations' International... - June 27, 2015 - Drug Free South
Teen Mothers Defying the Odds
Seven teen mothers received college scholarships at an event held in Menlo Park earlier this spring. The keynote address was delivered by Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge and former teen mom Teresa Guerrero-Daley. Judge Guerrero-Daley shared her own remarkable story from teen mom and high school dropout to being the first Latina elected to the Santa Clara County Superior Court. - June 18, 2015 - Teen Success
Family Owned Local Bakery Works with Troubled Youth
Imagicakes Cake Designers, a minority owned and operated custom cake bakery is ramping up to begin its comprehensive programs to serve the at-risk youth of Philadelphia. - June 18, 2015 - Imagicakes Cake Designers
Global Mission for Children Expands Christian Child Sponsorship Program in Kenya, India and Bangladesh
21,000 Children die daily from poverty and GMFC is combating these injustices to give the forgotten hope and to help eradicate these man-made atrocities. - June 18, 2015 - Global Mission for Children
Church of Scientology to Host Open House for International Day Against Drug Abuse
The Truth About Drugs program provides teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education materials. - June 17, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Noah’s Park and Playgrounds Chosen to Design and Install Six New ADA Accessible Playgrounds for Edmond Public Schools
Noah’s Park & Playground has been working with Edmond Public Schools to make more elementary schools ADA compliant by providing ADA accessible playground structures and accessible independent play equipment to six of the seventeen Edmond elementary schools in the summer of 2015. - June 16, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Celebrating the Newly Renovated Play Areas for Children Ages 1- 5 at Ruben F. Salazar Park in East Los Angeles
Families in the community of East Los Angeles will be celebrating the newly renovated Tot Lot areas of Salazar Park on June 20th. The newly renovated Tot areas and nature discovery trail are specifically designed for children between the ages of one to five and their caregivers, and include new... - June 16, 2015 - Amigos de los Rios