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The Norma E. Boyd 5K Race for Education Promises Fitness and Family Fun in Support of College Scholarships
Hundreds ran, jogged, or walked in support of education during the 2018 Norma E. Boyd 5K Race for Education, Sunday, September 23, 2018 at the scenic East Potomac Park. This event, sponsored by the Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation (PIEF), in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi... - September 23, 2018 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Xi Omega Chapter
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind Expands Support Services; $30,000 Grant from Quantum Foundation to Help Visually Impaired Individuals in Palm Beach County
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. of Palm Springs is expanding support services in Palm Beach County thanks to a recent grant from the Quantum Foundation. The $30,000 contribution will provide the resources needed to offer training and support to those with vision loss in the areas of... - September 23, 2018 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
North Florida Land Trust Marks Largest Conservation Easement Acquisitions to Date
More than 2,500 acres in Clay County will be preserved in perpetuity. - September 23, 2018 - North Florida Land Trust
Groundbreaking Results - No Conflicts in Business Valuation Comparison Charts
In response to public criticism regarding the fragmentation of valuation standards and a global effort aimed at wide-spread adoption of a single set of international valuation standards, the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA) Standards Board (formerly a committee)... - September 23, 2018 - NACVA
Gregory J. Paul, MA Recognized as Man of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gregory J. Paul, MA of Silver Spring, Maryland has been recognized as Man of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 50 years in the field of healthcare. About Gregory J. Paul, MA Gregory Paul is a Nurse... - September 22, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Free2Luv Presents Unstoppable: Tour De Force Cirque Offering Self-Empowerment as an Anti-Bullying Solution
Award-winning youth empowerment nonprofit, Free2Luv presents an innovative approach to bullying and youth suicide epidemic utilizing the arts. - September 22, 2018 - Free2Luv
Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Goes Organic with Home Gardening Workshop with Garden Clubs
On September 23, the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center is hosting a free organic gardening workshop to local nonprofit garden clubs featuring Ms. Jai McFall. Guests will learn how to grow organic foods, with little to no chemicals, to live healthier lives. Ms. McFall has been in the organic... - September 22, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Community Leaders Strut for a Cause at Annual Fashions with Flair Charity Fundraiser
The Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV), a non-profit organization sponsored by the Church of Scientology, held their 15th Annual Fashions with Flair Silent Auction and Fashion Show, their most successful fashion show in over 10 years. The funds raised benefitted the Pinellas Sheriff’s... - September 22, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Beads of Courage Commemorates Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Charitable Organization Promoting Awareness and Raising Funds Throughout September. - September 21, 2018 - Beads of Courage, Inc.
University Congregational Church and College Hill United Methodist Host Westar Industries Jesus Seminar on the Road - The Political Jesus
The Political Jesus September 28-29, 2018 Wichita, Kansas The Jesus of history resisted the political and social realities of his day. Early Christians did the same. Neither one was necessarily successful in their aims, but what do we know about their attitudes toward the economy, immigrants, and... - September 21, 2018 - University Congregational Church
The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates Women’s Health & Fitness Day
Local Organization Part of National Event to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Women - September 21, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
YourCause Volunteer Manager Enhancements Deliver Innovation and Simplicity to Employee Experience
YourCause, LLC, the leader in enterprise philanthropy and corporate social responsibility technology, announced today an update to its Volunteer Manager product. This release combines new features and functionality, an improved user experience, and a modern technology architecture to empower... - September 21, 2018 - YourCause, LLC
Preparations in Motion for the 70th Anniversary of International Human Rights Day
The planning committee for the Tennessee celebration of International Human Rights Day is preparing for the 2018 event. - September 21, 2018 - United for Human Rights
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Names Aliya Bhatia VP of Program Services
Experienced Professional Known for Innovative Youth Programs Tapped for Important Role - September 21, 2018 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
The Church of Scientology Announces Its September Historic Fort Harrison Tour
On Saturday, September 29th The Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization will host its monthly tour of the Fort Harrison introducing local residents to the History of the Historic Fort Harrison and an opportunity to learn of the Church of Scientology’s support of local non-profits through its event venues. - September 21, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Oakland Based Non-Profit Earns Prestigious Young Women Transform Prize
Asante Africa Foundation, based in Oakland, CA, has received the 2018 Young Women Transform Prize, which was made possible through partnerships with USAID, the Volvo Group, and Standard Chartered. Through the prize, USAID and its partners support youth-led or youth-serving organizations in developing countries to create their own solutions to advance the economic empowerment of young women in their communities. - September 21, 2018 - Asante Africa Foundation
Big Thought Names Amanda Rainey as New Chief Advancement Officer
Rainey Will Use Extensive Fundraising and Communications Experience to Advance Big Thought’s Mission to Close the Opportunity Gap. - September 21, 2018 - Big Thought
The Third Annual California Vegetarian Food Festival is Slated to Tempt Tongues and Minds at Raleigh Studios in Hollywood, Over the Weekend of September 29-30
Festival chefs hail from all over, and will be bringing their plant-based creations to the food demo stage. Each of these will show off their cooking techniques and provide tasting samples for the audience: · Eleni Simos is a certified holistic health coach, plant-based chef, and... - September 21, 2018 - U.S. Veg Corp.
This Year's CA Vegetarian Food Festival Presented by U.S. Veg Corp is Bringing a Bevy of Incredible Chefs Under One Roof
The CA Vegetarian Food Festival, presented by U.S. Veg Corp, has a line-up of chefs that are not to be missed this year. This is the perfect opportunity to learn from the chefs themselves how to cook their amazing plant-based dishes. The festival is returning to Raleigh Studios in Hollywood on September 29th and 30th from 10am-5pm each day. Full event line-up can be found at www.cavegfoodfest.com. - September 21, 2018 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Community Rowing of San Diego Reports Mid-Year Growth: Funding and Recognition Widen Access to the Sport of Rowing for Empowered Youth
Community Rowing of San Diego (CRSD), a public benefit organization that empowers youth to reach their potential through the sport of rowing, reports significant mid-year accomplishments with recognition and funding from the San Diego and rowing communities. “Community rowing’s values... - September 20, 2018 - Community Rowing of San Diego
Massachusetts Pharmacists Association Names New President
The Massachusetts Pharmacists Association held its 135th Annual Awards & Installation Banquet on Thursday, September 13 at Foxwoods Resort & Casino. - September 20, 2018 - Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
10th Anniversary Richmond Autism Speaks Walk Will Raise Funds for the Autism Community
The 10th Anniversary Richmond Autism Speaks Walk will raise funds for the autism community on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Innsbrook Pavilion. For more information and to register, visit: AutismSpeaksWalk.org. - September 20, 2018 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Operation Food Search Names Brianna Kinder as Fellow
Fellowship part of St. Louis non-profit agency's "Campaign to End Childhood Hunger" - September 20, 2018 - Operation Food Search
Be The Match® and Illusionist Jim Munroe Launch #MakeCancerDisappear Public Challenge Today
Social Media Campaign Encourages Others to Join the Fight Against Blood Cancer During National Blood Cancer Awareness Month - September 20, 2018 - Rogers & Cowan
Lend a Hand Uganda-USA Hosts Its 4th Annual Poker Tournament to Expand Its School Lunch Program
Lend a Hand Uganda-USA Hosts its 4th Annual Poker Tournament to Expand its School Lunch Program with Celebrity Ambassador and World Series of Poker Player Andy Frankenberger; Proceeds go Towards the Construction of a New Kitchen & Cafeteria in Heritage Junior School in Ggangu. - September 19, 2018 - Lend a Hand Uganda USA
Family Fun & Fitness Day at The Gateway Family
The Gateway Family YMCA Invites the Community to Open House September 29 - September 19, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Oct. 10 NAWBO Phoenix Meeting to Focus on Maximizing Your Leadership Potential
Guest presenter Lynn Moran of the Arizona Coaching and Consulting Center will provide the program about "Stepping into Your Leadership Power(TM)." - September 19, 2018 - NAWBO Phoenix
Protect Loved Ones from Falls
On National Falls Prevention Awareness Day, The Gateway Family YMCA wants residents to learn the risk factors for falls and how to prevent them. - September 18, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
World Rivers Day 2018 Set for September 23rd. World Rivers Day Promotes Stewardship, Increases Awareness and Encourages River Conservation.
World Rivers Day 2018, set for September 23 (always the fourth Sunday in September), is a global celebration of our rivers. The event strives to increase public awareness of the values of our waterways while also promoting the need for sound river stewardship. The day's festivities will range from stream clean-ups and habitat restoration activities to educational programs and community riverside celebrations. More than 70 countries and millions of people will participate. - September 17, 2018 - World Rivers Day
Custom Trained Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 6-Year-Old Boy in Edmond, OK
Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers delivered a very special Autism Service Dog to a young boy named Cash in Edmond, Oklahoma. - September 15, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Joanna Lumley Asks All to Donate to "Don't Forget Nepal's Victims" Campaign
Humans Of Our World, the humanitarian foundation set up by media entrepreneur, director and philanthropist, Pritan Ambroase, has launched a campaign: "Don't Forget Nepal's Victims." This campaign is officially supported by actress and philanthropist Joanna Lumley, and she urges people to donate to support survivors of the 2015 earthquake in Nepal. - September 15, 2018 - Humans of Our World
Isi Caulder, Partner, Bereskin & Parr LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Isi Caulder, Partner, Bereskin & Parr LLP will speak at a webcast entitled: “Protecting and Enforcing Your IP Rights in Artificial Intelligence:... - September 15, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Partners with for Mega Social Media Seminar
On the 13th of October, the Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) Center will be presenting a mega seminar on using Facebook to promote Not for Profit events, featuring Natalie Nagengast, Founder of Markets for Makers. The seminar will show how to use this simple, but powerful, tool to create... - September 15, 2018 - Church of Scientology FSO
Church of Scientology to Host Fourth Annual Peace Day Event
The Tennessee chapter of United for Human Rights (TNUHR) will have a large inter-religious, multicultural event for International Peace Day. - September 15, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Nashville Church of Scientology Sparks Conversation Around Disaster Recovery
The Nashville Church of Scientology held a Remembrance event in observance of September 11, which led to a conversation around disaster recovery and a day of community service. - September 15, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Hears from Advocate Market Research
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - September 15, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Human Development Center Needs Volunteers & Donors for Tampa Street Revitalization Project Starting September 29th, 2018
Tampa charity needs volunteers & donors for a revitalization project for their Tampa Street Headquarters, plan include interior & exterior renovations and a custom sculpture donated by Rustic Steel Creations. - September 15, 2018 - Human Development Center, Inc.
Activists Worldwide Fast in Solidarity on World Day for Farmed Animals, Tuesday, Oct. 2
On October 2nd, animal rights activists around the globe will fast in solidarity in observance of the 36th annual World Day for Farmed Animals. - September 14, 2018 - Farm Animal Rights Movement
Grover Cleveland Inaugural Ball Celebrates New Jersey History on November 10th
The Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial Association and The Montclair Orchestra are pleased to invite the public to an interactive and opulent ball celebrating the 1883 Inauguration of President Grover Cleveland at the Upper Montclair Women's Club in Montclair, New Jersey on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 at 6:30pm. - September 14, 2018 - Grover Cleveland Birthplace
Ultimatum, Inc. Partners with Cajun Navy Relief to Support Their Hurricane Florence Relief Efforts
Hurricane Florence, a category 1 storm, hit the Carolinas on September 13. Nonprofit organization, Cajun Navy Relief sprung into action with relief efforts, and is currently fundraising using a campaign on Ultimatum. The first $100 in donations made to the campaign will be matched by Ultimatum, Inc., and will go towards supporting the relief effort. - September 14, 2018 - Ultimatum Inc.
Greg Mersol, Partner, Baker & Hostetler LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Greg Mersol, Partner, Baker & Hostetler LLP will speak at a webcast entitled: “Effective Use of Statistical Sampling in Class Action Litigation:... - September 14, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Richard Waugh, VP, Corporate Development with Zycus Inc., to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Machine Teaching – Apply AI for Predictive Procurement
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Richard Waugh, VP, Corporate Development with Zycus Inc., will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Machine Teaching – Apply... - September 14, 2018 - The Knowledge Group
Cambridge Nonprofits Use Music to Fight Childhood Obesity; Eureka Ensemble and EChO Present “A Sweet Fairy Tale” Musical Performance to Teach Families About Added Sugars
Today, EChO - Eradicate Childhood Obesity Foundation and Eureka Ensemble launch a campaign to bring a new, musical form of nutritional education to every school in Massachusetts. EChO’s mission to ending childhood obesity through technology-based and educational strategies goes hand in hand... - September 14, 2018 - EChO-Eradicate Childhood Obesity Foundation
Operation Food Search's Longtime Executive Director to Retire
Sunny Schaefer played a key role at the St. Louis non-profit hunger relief organization for 22 years. - September 14, 2018 - Operation Food Search
KOSBE to Host Seminar for Aspiring and New Business Owners - Advantages and Challenges of Business Ownership
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host So, You Want to Start a Business: Advantages & Challenges of Business Ownership seminar on Thursday, September 27th, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored... - September 14, 2018 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
MedPAC Comment Letter Calls for Competitive Bidding Program Reform
CQRC applauds MedPAC for recognizing the need to reform the flawed bidding process for home respiratory therapy and services, which threatens patients’ access to lifesaving oxygen. - September 13, 2018 - CQRC
The Outlier Foundation Presents Outlier at Grace: Faith, Fault, & Freedom
Come experience the power of disclosure at Outlier's weekend conference event happening at Grace Community in Shreveport, featuring an Artist Talk and Panel Discussion facilitated by Artist Advocate Photographer Survivor Mollie Corbett; an open-to-the-public #metoo/#churchtoo Reading, and an exclusive viewing of the Outlier docu-series Pilot Episode. - September 13, 2018 - The Outlier Foundation
Rite Aid to Offer Flu Shots at Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Aware Health Town Hall Meeting in Atlanta, GA
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Partners with the Rite Aid Pharmacy on Cumberland Parkway to Offer Flu Shots at HSFA’s Upcoming Aware Health Town Hall Meeting. - September 13, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
MeckEd is Addressing the Opportunity Gap
Charlotte Next, a program of MeckEd, a nonprofit intermediary, is working to close the opportunity gap by providing funding to five Out of School Time providers who will serve 200 Charlotte Mecklenburg middle school students at Albemarie Road Middle School, James Martin Middle School, and Sedgefield Middle School beginning in fall 2018. The schools were selected in collaboration with district leadership and based upon geographic needs, achievement data, and attendance data. - September 13, 2018 - MeckEd
Draftmates, Fundraising Through Fantasy Sports, Launches for iOS and Android
Announcing the launch of DraftMates, a new platform for nonprofit fundraising that is fueled by the friendly competition of fantasy sports. - September 13, 2018 - DraftMates