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Toddlers Join the End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Campaign
The Malaria Foundation International’s End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Campaign is gaining ground as a means to strengthen the world’s fight against malaria, which kills over one million children each year. The End Malaria - Blue Ribbon has caught the attention of both world leaders and... - June 12, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
13 Year Old Girl Takes Trash and Creates Fashionable Handbag
In a world that creates more waste today than ever before, the need for recycling education is dire. Those that are left with the biggest burden to recycle in the future are the children of today. It is thus fitting, that a handbag designed from old juice boxes by someone not yet old enough to drive a car, would be at the top of many children and parents must have lists. - June 11, 2007 - HaleyBop
Going Green in Residential Care
A small care company based in Eastbourne in the South of England have transformed their work place to try to show other bigger organisations how it's done. - June 10, 2007 - Anderida ltd
“Peace and Sport” and Jaguar Sports Announce Partnership
“Peace and Sport” a worldwide peace initiative based in Monaco under the High Patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II and Jaguar Sports Corp., a new global sporting goods company, today announced a multi-million dollar partnership deal. “Peace and Sport” will... - June 02, 2007 - Jaguar Sports Corp.
The Ophelia Project CEO Speaks at Adagio Health Breakfast
Mary A. Baird, president and CEO of The Ophelia Project, has been tapped to present at the Adagio Health You First Breakfast Series on Friday, June 15, 2007 in Pittsburgh. Baird will present an overall picture of The Ophelia Project’s role in creating safe social climates and preventing... - June 02, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
CACEP Adds an Internet Website to Spread the Word of their Mission
In response to the devastating effects that natural disasters, political unrest and daily extreme poverty has on Central American families and children, CACEP was born to help. - May 20, 2007 - Central American Children's Education Projects
Get Smart. Don’t Get Wasted, Get Nuclear Wasted
As high school seniors around the country gear up to graduate, so does the high school party season, and Mom’s and Dad’s anxiety level. Schools, non-profit groups, and parents alike try to find new ways to help prevent teens from engaging in underage drinking, and the possibility of... - May 18, 2007 - Smart Energy Enterprises Inc.
Amber Alert Issued for Michigan Infant (Shamarcus Edwards - 8 Months)
The Wyoming Police Department and The Michigan State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Shamarcus Edwards. The child was last seen around 10:30 p.m. Monday. Authorities believe she may have been abducted by her mentally challenged cousin Tremain McGee. The Amber Alert is active for the... - May 15, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Pennsylvania Teen (Rose Doran - 14)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert for the Avoca Borough Police Department, Luzerne County. The Avoca Borough Police Department is searching for Rose Doran, she was last seen this morning at 7:20 leaving her residence en-route to the bus stop at Packer & Mc... - May 14, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Two Texas Children (Dakota Parker -7 & Elizabeth Michelle Parker -5)
The Garland Police Department have issued an Amber Alert for 7-year-old Dakota Parker and 5-year-old Elizabeth Michelle Parker. The two children were last seen on Friday May 11th at approximately 8:30 p.m. with 36-year-old Jonathan Benjamin Taylor. The suspect is the children's step-uncle, and he... - May 14, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Paris, TX Girl (Alyssa Ann Frazier - 12)
The Paris Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for 12-year-old Alyssa Ann Frazier. Local law enforcement have a suspect in custody who claims to have taken Alyssa to a motel in the Dallas area. Internet activity led to a meeting with the suspect, William Lewis Rhone, 24, and police say... - May 10, 2007 - Project Safekids
John Rex Endowment Commits Long-Term Funding to Healthy Weight Initiative for Children
Schools, Communities and Medical Teams Awarded Grants to Initiate Behavioral Changes and Create an Environment to Encourage Healthy Choices and Active Lifestyle - May 10, 2007 - John Rex Endowment
Amber Alert Issued for Detroit Boy (Troy Charles James Squalls Jr. - 2)
The Detroit Police Department and The Michigan State Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 2-year-old child. Troy Charles James Squalls, of Detroit, was allegedly abducted by a man driving a gold colored mini-van, possibly a Chevrolet Astro. The child was taken from his mother during an assault... - May 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Missouri Girl (Cassandra Peace - 6)
The Bates County Sheriff's Department and The Missouri State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Cassandra Peace. The child was taken from school by her mother, Rachel Peace. Investigators report the suspect allegedly has made threats in the past to harm herself and her children. Authorities... - May 07, 2007 - Project Safekids
New Television Ratings from Public Polling
Television Ratings for April 30 to May 6, 2007 from iTvRatings.com viewer members measurement sampling. The following is the first of a weekly TV ratings release by iTvRatings.com. iTvRatings.com is a free membership service offering the general public to vote for the shows that they watch. - May 07, 2007 - iTvRatings.com
Amber Alert Issued for Mentally Disabled Children in Michigan (Zachary Davis Cox and Lola Jean Nash)
The Kentwood Police Department and The Michigan State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Zachary Davis Cox (15) and Lola Jean Nash (14). The two missing children are residents at Hope Network Services residential Program located at 3333 36th Street in Kentwood. Both juveniles are described as... - May 04, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Washington Infant (Serenity Withrow - 2 Months)
The Kitsap County Sheriff and The Washington State Police have issued an Amber Alert for 2-month-old Serenity Withrow. Serenity's mother's parental rights were terminated and a court ordered that the child be taken into state custody. The mother has a history of physical abuse to children and drug... - May 04, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued For North Carolina Boy (Jose Angel Fitzpatrick - Age 8)
The Siler City Police Department and The North Carolina Department of Crime Control has issued an Amber Alert for an 8-year-old Hispanic boy. Jose Angel Fitzpatrick was last seen at his house, 516 N. Second Ave. in Siler City. Authorities report Kenneth Fitzpatrick is suspected of abducting his... - May 02, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Massachusetts Boy (Gary Michael Duff-Turcotte - 12)
The Stoneham Police Department and The Massachusetts State Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 12-year-old boy last seen in Stoneham. Gary Michael Duff-Turcotte was picked up, by his mother, Samantha Bedley, 37, at about 4:30 p.m. Samantha Bedley does not have custody of the child. The child is... - April 30, 2007 - Project Safekids
Needs of Children Must Stay at Forefront as World Addresses Iraqi Refugee Crisis
World Vision launches new report at United Nations conference; continues response in Jordan - April 23, 2007 - World Vision US
Amber Alert Issued for Pennsylvania Girl (Alexis Roadside - 4)
The Pennsylvania State Police are searching for Alexis Roadside, a 4 year old white female child, approximately 3 feet tall and thirty five pounds. Her hair was recently cropped and dyed black. The suspected abductor is Veronica Roadside, a 41 year old white female with blonde hair, approximately... - April 16, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Utah Infant (Maria Ponce - 5 Months)
Box Elder County Officials and The Utah Department of Public Safety An Amber Alert has been issued for a 5-month-old baby who authorities believe was abducted by her 16-year-old mother. The suspect is wanted by California authorities on unknown charges. She is a runaway from Bellflower, California. - April 13, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Maryland Boy (Jimmy Valderama - Age 2)
The Montgomery County Police Department and The Maryland State Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 2-year-old boy. Jimmy Valderama is described as a Hispanic child, who weighs about 25 pounds and has a scar on his right arm. Maryland State Police believe he was abducted by Andres J. Martinez,... - April 12, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Lancaster, Texas Teen (Franklin King - 16)
The Lancaster Police Department and The Texas Department of Public Safety have issued an Amber Alert for a boy they said was taken at gunpoint by three males. As the teen was talking with friends around 5:40 p.m., three black males jumped out of a car, which witnesses described as a gray or silver... - April 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Indiana Boy - Jason Renne Gavina (Age-3)
The Fort Wayne Police Department and The Indiana State Police have issued an Amber Alert on behalf of a 3-year-old child believed abducted by the Grandparents on 04/09/07. Jason Renne Gavina is believed to be taken by his grandparents, Juan and Marisela Gavina, toward Truth or Consequences,... - April 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
National Make a Difference for Children Month: July
But the caring volunteers of the Hugs and Hope Foundation make a difference every day - April 07, 2007 - Hugs and Hope Foundation
NESTA Calls for Great Ideas to Build Enterprising Attitudes in Young People
Nurturing the UK's next generation of risk-takers: NESTA calls for great ideas to build enterprising attitudes in young people. - April 06, 2007 - The National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts (NESTA)
National Love Our Children Day – Celebrating And Valuing America’s Children
Love Our Children USA announces the fourth annual National Love Our Children Day. National Love Our Children Day is an initiative of Love Our Children USA, and is celebrated annually across the country on the first Saturday of every April to honor children, strengthen families and raise awareness for efforts to protect children. - March 30, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
When You Are Not Smarter than a 5th Grader...
Raising gifted children is often quite challenging for parents, leaving many parents frustrated and searching for answers. Four gifted experts have joined together to provide those answers, and demonstrate numerous techniques for successfully raising a gifted child. - March 30, 2007 - Great Potential Press, Inc.
Surviving Kids Organization Founded
Memories for Surviving Kids, Inc. has been founded with a mission to encourage friends and family of deceased parents to write letters for the surviving children. Founder Bob DiPasquale has teamed with psychotherapists and grief experts to create a website (mfsk.org) that shows how best to facilitate this communication. - March 29, 2007 - Memories for Surviving Kids, Inc.
New Picture Book Gets Kids Talking
Lobster Press, Montreal's award-winning publisher for children, releases a new picture book for kids ages 3-6 that will help shy children find the courage to start talking. Featuring colourful illustrations and playful writing, Pamela Edward's debut children's book "Oliver Has Something to Say!" will encourage self-expression even in the quietest of children. - March 29, 2007 - Lobster Press
Under3 Essentials Launches Gift Registry Service Powered by eWish.com
Under3essentials.com recently added a new gift registry service designed to make gift buying simple and convenient. Under3 essentials, is dedicated to improving life for infants, toddlers and their families and provides products that reflect this goal. Under3 Essentials was born when infant... - March 28, 2007 - eWish.com
How to Easily Build Your Resume: Volunteer Online
Lauren Kennedy had just graduated with a Degree in Fine Arts. She knew that undertaking real-world graphic design projects would serve to build her portfolio and enhance her resume. Although unfamiliar with online volunteering, Kennedy then living in Toronto, leaped at the opportunity to help a... - March 28, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
Amber Alert Issued for Colorado Boy (Riley Thompson - 8)
The Elbert County Sheriff's Office and The Colorado State Police have issued an Amber Alert for 8-year-old Riley Thompson, who was abducted in Elbert County about 3:15 p.m. Sunday. Riley is an African-American boy, about 4 feet tall and 45 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen... - March 26, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Two Washington Children (Lars & Remi Baugher)
The Washington State Police has issued an Amber Alert for two Walla Walla children. The suspect and the victim were last spotted in Waitsburg on Sunday afternoon. The suspect is the children's biological father, John Baugher, and due to his recent mental issues, it is believed the children... - March 26, 2007 - Project Safekids
Pintail Youth Ranch Announces New Participants Accepted to TORCH™ Program
Four inner-city, north Texas junior high students have been accepted to participate in the innovative TORCH program with the Pintail Youth Ranch. Ranchers to receive mentoring and instruction in Team building, Outdoor Recreation, Conservation and Helping. - March 21, 2007 - Pintail Youth Ranch
Missing Child Alert Issued for Missing North Carolina Boy Scout (Michael Auberry - 12)
Michael Auberry has been missing since Saturday March 17th. He was camping in Doughton State Park near Wilkesboro, N.C. Michael was dressed for the weather, with a heavy red coat with an inner fleece coat, and he had gloves and a hat in a pocket. He was wearing a dark blue University of North... - March 19, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Kansas Girl (Jasmine Maestas - 5)
Details of Abduction: The Dodge City Police Department and The Kansas Bureau of Investigation have issued an Amber Alert for Jasmine Maestas age- 4. The child and suspects were last seen in Ellsworth Kansas area at 5:00 P.M., The suspect vehicle is a Brown Chevrolet Impala Sedan with Kansas License... - March 18, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for California Toddler (Mahanan Miles - Age 4)
After speaking with the Detectives from The Los Angeles County Sheriff's office, Project Safekids can now confirm the Manaen Miles has been found safe in Nevada. The two suspects are also in custody. - March 18, 2007 - Project Safekids
MaternityandBabyShoppingMart.com Launches Gift Registry Service Powered by Ewish.com
Maternity & Baby offers announces a new gift registry service designed to make gift buying straightforward and convenient. - March 14, 2007 - eWish.com
Amber Alert (Levi's Call) Issued for Georgia Boy (Christopher Barrios Jr. Age - 6)
After four days Georgia Officials have issued an Amber Alert for Christopher Barrios Jr. without any trace of the child, Glynn County officials now believe the child may have been abducted. Christopher was last seen about 6:30 p.m. Thursday (03/08/07) near his grandmother's home in the Canal... - March 12, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Houston Teen Missing from Homicide Scene (Tesa Taylor - 13)
The Texas Department of Public Safety and The Houston Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for Tesa Taylor. The child is a 13 year old African-American female missing from a Homicide scene at 6900 Chasewood Dr., Houston. She is 5'4" tall and weighs 140 lbs. Tesa Taylor was wearing... - March 11, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Three Day Old Texas Newborn (Mychael Darthard)
The Texas Department of Public Safety and The Lubbock Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for a 3-day-old girl abducted from Covenant Lakeside Hospital in Lubbock. Authorities said Mychael Darthard, a black female, measures 19 inches long and weighs 10 pounds. She is possibly... - March 10, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for 11 Year Old South Carolina Boy (Nathan Robin Christen)
Details of Abduction: Spartanburg County authorities say a man who held his estranged wife at knifepoint Thursday night was being sought by authorities for abducting his 11-year-old boy from school on Friday. Major Dan Johnson reports 38-year-old Anthony Robin Christen took his son from school... - March 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
AstraZeneca has Generously Funded the “Safe Adult Card” Identification CD Program Offered by the Claymore TRIAD; “Law Enforcement and Senior Adults Working Together”
The Claymore Senior Center will be offering new and ongoing programs such as the Safe Adults Card, to promote a healthy lifestyle for the 50 and older generation. - March 08, 2007 - Safe Kids Card, Inc
KidBean.com Adds Gift Registry Service Powered by eWish.com
KidBean.com, your Vegan Family Superstore, recently added a gift registry service. KidBean.com specializes in earth-friendly, labor-friendly, vegan baby products, as well as items for children and adults. - March 07, 2007 - eWish.com
Pink Taffy Designs Adds Gift Registry Service Powered by eWish.com
Pink Taffy Designs Children's Boutique and Unique Baby Gifts (www.pinktaffydesigns.com) recently added a new web based gift registry service designed to make gift buying simple and convenient. Owned and operated by lifelong friends and stay-at-home moms Aimee Pool and Rebecca Stocker Pink Taffy... - March 06, 2007 - eWish.com
Amber Alert Issued for Unknown Washington Boy
The Snohomish County Sheriff's Department and The Washington State Police officials have issued a statewide Amber Alert after a man reportedly grabbed a child from Discovery Elementary School in Everett this morning and forced him into a blue van. The boy is described as 5 to 7 years old, about... - March 05, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Michigan Girl (Christina Renaud-16)
The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department and The Michigan State Police have issued an Amber Alert for Christina Renaud in Howell, Michigan. Authorities report she was kidnapped by her mother, Debbie Renaud. Christina Renaud, 16, of Oceola Township is 5 feet 3 inches tall with brown hair... - February 27, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Montana Boy (Jacob Brown - 10)
The Park County Sheriff's Office and The State Of Montana have issued a Amber Alert for Jacob Brown, who is missing from his residence at 40 Willow Drive in Livingston. Jacob went to movie theatre at 4:00 P.M. and was dropped off at home at 4:45 P.M. Neighbors saw him enter the residence... - February 25, 2007 - Project Safekids