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Interfaith Sanctuary Needs Help Building Playground for Boise's Homeless Children
Interfaith Sanctuary's immediate fundraising goal is part of the one-day fund drive on May 5, 2016, called "Idaho Gives." The goal is to build a permanent playground on the Interfaith Shelter grounds in downtown Boise, Idaho for the school-aged children. - May 04, 2016 - Interfaith Sanctuary
Simon Moss, CEO and President, Pneuron to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Simon Moss, CEO and President, Pneuron will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Anti-Money Laundering: Practical Guidance for... - May 04, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Physician, Alumnus Dr. Michael K. Obeng to Speak at MSU Commencement
Midwestern State University alumnus Dr. Michael K. Obeng will deliver the commencement address at MSU’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m. May 14 at Kay Yeager Coliseum. Approximately 675 students are candidates to earn their degrees this May. Dr. Obeng came to MSU from Ghana. He saw a flyer... - May 04, 2016 - Juka's Organic
The Main Street Alliance of Oregon Welcomes New State Director
Khanh Le joins the Main Street Alliance team as Oregon State Director. - May 04, 2016 - Main Street Alliance
Spring Fling Dinner Fundraiser
May 18, 5-8pm. Fun night of dinner, entertainment, and raffles to raise money for Waldo County Republican candidates. - May 04, 2016 - Waldo County Republican Committee
SRMA Tackles Compliance Issues at May Roundtable Event
Sort out the acronyms and be prepared before an inspection. - May 04, 2016 - Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association
Dottie T. Righter Recognized as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dottie T. Righter of Grenloch, New Jersey has been recognized as a lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Dottie T. Righter Ms. Righter has over 15 years experience in the... - May 03, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Robert B. Clayton Recognized as a VIP for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Robert B. Clayton of San Antonio, Texas has been recognized as a VIP for 2015 and 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of aviation. About Robert B. Clayton Robert Clayton resides in San Antonio, Texas and has... - May 03, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Ferol W. Hettick Recognized as a VIP for 2016 By Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ferol W. Hettick of Jackson, Mississippi has been recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the financial field. About Ferol W. Hettick Mr. Hettick has over 40 years experience and over 30 years in the field... - May 03, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Beyond the Myths: Predictive Coding in E-Discovery
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: Beyond the Myths: Predictive Coding in E-Discovery Live Webcast. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, June 2, 2016 @ 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (ET). - May 03, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
2016 Winter Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards
Announcing the Winter 2016 Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards - May 02, 2016 - NABE (North American Bookdealers Exchange)
The Lord Put A Ring On It
With all of the media frenzy over diversity at the Oscars this year, LPAROI productions is proud to feature an all African American Cast for the highly anticipated Romantic Christian Comedy Drama coming to theaters Spring 2016. - May 02, 2016 - Lord Put a Ring on It (LPAROI)
Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's New Campaign Aims to Raise Awareness in May and Every Day
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation believes the conversation about brain tumors is bigger than just one month. That’s why the world's largest nonprofit funder of childhood brain tumor research is kicking off Brain Tumor Awareness Month with the “May and Every Day” campaign. - May 02, 2016 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Leader of Shorecrest Basketball "Metamorphosis" Head Coach Daryl Blume Retires
Coach Blume Departs Shorecrest Basketball with 5 Graduating Senior Starters. - May 01, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Christian Evangelist Releases New Book Depicting His Life with Apert Syndrome
Dorsey Ross is a Christian evangelist who was born with Apert Syndrome. Despite the difficulties involved, his parents persevered, and Dorsey went on to grow, and launch a successful ministry where he has reached countless people for the Kingdom of God. - May 01, 2016 - Dorsey Ross Ministries
The Travelers Protective Association Provides $18,500 in Grants
46 grants given to those in need by St. Louis-based fraternal benefit society. - May 01, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Creatio Pilgrims Embark on 1700Km Pilgrimage from Rome to Krakow
Creatio, a Denver-based non-profit, is sending a group of young men on a 1700Km pilgrimage to answer Pope Francis' call for the Year of Mercy by walking from Rome, Italy to Krakow, Poland. This pilgrimage is officially sponsored by the Vatican Pontifical Council for the Laity and the Archdiocese of... - May 01, 2016 - Creatio
Citizens Commission on Human Rights to Protest American Psychiatric Association Convention in Atlanta, Georgia
The annual convention of the American Psychiatric Association takes place May 14-18, 2016 in Atlanta, Georgia. On Saturday, May 14, members of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) are organizing a protest in the name of justice for mental health. Formed in 1969, today there are hundreds... - May 01, 2016 - CCHR Nashville
Sow for Love Seeks Volunteers for Haiti Mission
Sow for Love, a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to serve impoverished women in Haiti, is in need of volunteers to sew and help make hygiene kits that will be sent to hundreds of girls and women in August. Sow for Love, which is based in Lesage, W.Va., is partnering with International... - April 30, 2016 - Sow For Love
Transgender American Veterans Assn. Elects Vice President of the Board of Directors
The Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA) today announced the election of Gene Silvestri as Vice President of the Board of Directors. The Board makes policy decisions, authorizes rulemaking and oversees the TAVA's operations. Gene is a U.S. Army disabled transgender veteran, and... - April 30, 2016 - TAVA
Art Nonprofit Founder is Named Sea Islands Community Leader
The Islands Society is pleased to announce that Lisa Estes has been selected as the latest “Sea Islands Community Leader.” Estes is the founding director of Art Goes There - a nonprofit that provides children with programs that enrich their participation in the arts. A Charleston, S.C. - April 30, 2016 - Islands Society
Magazine Publisher Participates in Islands Society Platform on Future of Hilton Head Island
Eric Esquivel, founder and publisher of La Isla Magazine, recently provided the Islands Society’s initial Hilton Head Island Vision 2030 discussion centered on his dreams for what the island should look like in 2030. The new community platform for those with an interest in the future of... - April 30, 2016 - Islands Society
Michael J. Mauro, Of Counsel, Smith, Buss & Jacobs, LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael J. Mauro, Of Counsel, Smith, Buss & Jacobs, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Unveiling The Changes to... - April 30, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
South Carolina Inventory Professional Achieves Certification
The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Donna Courtney for achieving the designation of Certified Inventory Specialist. - April 30, 2016 - National Inventory Certification Association
Drug-Free South Crushing the Scourge of Abuse
Drug-Free South is gearing up for a series of events to educate the community on drug prevention and awareness. - April 30, 2016 - Drug Free South
Church of Scientology Celebrates 31 Years of Helping the Nashville Community
The Church of Scientology held its 31st anniversary soiree celebration on April 23rd, 2016 with parishioners and friends from the community. - April 30, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Islands Society Announces Southeast Asian Islands Female Leader
Filipino Female Doctor Recognized for work with Malnourished Children in the Philippines. - April 30, 2016 - Islands Society
Dream Foundation’s 6th Annual Flower Empower Luncheon Will Raise Funds for Community Program That Delivers Comfort to Thousands of Local Residents
Annual event celebrates dedicated volunteers who assemble and deliver more than 150 fresh bouquets each week throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura County. - April 30, 2016 - Dream Foundation
AmeriCorps Member to Join Local Female Leaders Program
Today, the Islands Society announces the appointment of Careen Turner as a Community Engagement Specialist under the Local Female Leaders Program. Turner will now support the Islands Society’s efforts to recognize strong and empowered women around the world for their efforts to improve the... - April 30, 2016 - Islands Society
Representative Karen Bass of California Gives an Exclusive Interview from Washington D.C.
Spotlight on Capitol Hill Gives Listeners an In-Depth Look at Initiatives and the Legislative Agendas of Our Elected Officials in Washington, D.C., Says Advocacy Group, A Just Cause. - April 29, 2016 - A Just Cause
Bullies in the Boardroom: Ignore or Fight? New Book Provides Over 100 Negotiation Tactics for Dealing with Bullies
Steph Sharp, lead negotiator and finance expert on over 400 deals in 23 countries, is pleased to announce the release of her new book, titled “Bullies in the Boardroom: Negotiation Tactics for Leaders.” This book shows the reader how to identify 23 common bully maneuvers and gives... - April 29, 2016 - Bullies in the Boardroom
Planting Trees for Our Children
The MFC partners with Treecycler to help extend the reach of reforestation activities on school trust lands. Treecycler allows users to donate money toward tree-planting projects by redeeming codes found on product packaging, in the mail, or online. The codes can be redeemed for the MFC’s project, “Planting Trees for Our Children” by visiting: http://bit.ly/TreecyclerMFC - April 29, 2016 - Mississippi Forestry Commission
The Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce Addresses Community Needs in Washington, D.C.
Sanford Chamber Members Travel to Washington, D.C. Alongside Congressman John Mica to Address Local Community Issues at the Capitol. - April 29, 2016 - The Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce
Southwest Florida Workforce Summit Responds to Qualified Labor Shortage
Above Board Chamber of Florida event helps employers cast a wider net. - April 29, 2016 - Above Board Chamber
Meghaan C. Madriz, Attorney, Haynes and Boone, LLP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Meghaan C. Madriz, Attorney, Haynes and Boone, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Unveiling The Changes to Federal... - April 29, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
700+ Entrepreneurs Attend India Entrepreneur’s Meet
India Entrepreneurs Meet, an annual conference cum exhibition organized by India Entrepreneur’s Club (IndiaEClub), was held on April 23, 2016 at IES Auditorium, Bandra, Mumbai with the purpose to learn, network and share knowledge amongst the entrepreneurial community. The event kicked off... - April 29, 2016 - India Entrepreneurs Club
United Way of Lake County’s Dine to Donate Fundraiser to Provide 60,000 Meals to Residents in Need
A total of 41 Lake County restaurants donated a portion of their sales from Thursday, April 21, 2016 to United Way in support of their county-wide Dine to Donate fundraiser. Dine to Donate is part of United Way of Lake County's annual spring Feed Lake County food drive which kicked off March 1,... - April 29, 2016 - United Way of Lake County
Passage Home Welcomes New Board Members
Local Nonprofit Seeking to End Cycle of Poverty and Homelessness in Wake County Adds New Members to Board of Directors - April 29, 2016 - Passage Home
Rotary Club of Fort Myers South to Honor 36 Nominees at the 30th Annual Scholar-Athlete Awards
Rotary Club of Fort Myers South will honor 36 nominees and announce the scholarship recipients and other award winners at its Scholar-Athlete Awards banquet from 7 to 9 p.m. May 11, 2016 at the Crowne Plaza in Fort Myers. The scholarship program recognizes top athletes from area high schools based... - April 29, 2016 - The Rotary Club of Fort Myers South
Environmentalists Speak Out About Earth Related Issues at Historic Bank of Clearwater for Earth Day
On April 22nd, environmental speakers, activists, and concerned citizens joined together to acknowledge those protecting the Earth and encouraged renewed efforts at the Earth Day reception held at the Historic Bank of Clearwater, Downtown Clearwater from 6-8pm. - April 29, 2016 - Church of Scientology
FutureINDesign Announces Adobe Systems as Technology Partner
A Utah workforce development startup, FutureINDesign, has reached an agreement with Adobe Systems to help train economically disadvantaged youth in graphic design, web development and software development. Adobe will provide curriculum and teachers for the non-profit startup. The organizations... - April 29, 2016 - FutureINDesign
Specialized Arts and Amateur Athletic Union Basketball School Opens in Nassau County, New York
iCovenant Congregation Prep, New York’s First and Only Specialized Scriptural-integrated Academic, Arts, and AAU Basketball “Third Place Ekklesia” AKA Place of Academia and Discipleship Training Finds Its Permanent Home in Oceanside, New York–Opening Its Doors September 2016. - April 29, 2016 - iCovenant Congregation Prep
Rising Stars Leadership Council Fundraiser for Furniture Sharehouse
The Rising Stars Leadership Council, fellow members of the Business Council of Westchester and Rising Stars Alumni are holding a fundraising effort for Furniture Sharehouse, Westchester's Furniture Bank on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 from 5-7pm at Yonkers Brewing Co. Specialty drink prices, hors d'oeuvres and silent raffle items will be available. http://web.thebcw.org/events/Rising-Stars-Leadership-Council-PresentsFurniture-Sharehouse-Fundraiser-1426/details - April 29, 2016 - Furniture Sharehouse
Michal A. Malkiewicz, Director, Epsilon Economics PLLC to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Tips and Strategies in Winning Paragraph IV Disputes in 2016 & Beyond
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michal A. Malkiewicz, Director, Epsilon Economics will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Tips and Strategies in Winning Paragraph... - April 29, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Food as Medicine Kicks Off the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival
Celebrity physicians will gather for a vegetable-forward conversation as part of the Food As Medicine series at Deepak Homebase on the mezzanine of ABC Home, Thursday, May 5, at 7 p.m. Dr. Robert Ostfeld will moderate the panel, which is co-presented by ABC Home, Thrive Market, and U.S. Veg Corp. - April 29, 2016 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Islands Society Relocating Global Headquarters to Hawaii County and Regional Society to City of Charleston
The Islands Society officially announced that it is relocating its global headquarters to the County of Hawaii in the State of Hawaii and its regional society for Georgia and South Carolina to the City of Charleston in the State of South Carolina. The “Top-Rated” nonprofit and its... - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
Islands Society Founder Recognized as "Person to Watch Who Wants to Change the World" by United Nations Foundation
Recognition based on work to inspire and empower women and young people in Hawaii and the Pacific Islands. - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
Merger of Emerging Science and Technology Policy Centre and Pacific Islands Society Complete
The Boards of Directors of the Emerging Science and Technology Policy Centre and Pacific Islands Society are proud to announce that the merger of the two nonprofit organizations is now complete. Renamed the Islands Society, the surviving nonprofit organization aims to inspire and empower islanders... - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
Islands Society Commemorates Pacific Council Anniversary
Today, the Islands Society marked the third anniversary of the founding of the Pacific Council. Founded on February 22, 2013, the Pacific Council was a low-profit digital agency that sought to design and develop a social networking service for residents and former residents of Hawaii and the U.S. - April 29, 2016 - Islands Society
Support for Children’s and Senior’s Programs Are Key Focus on Comcast Cares Day at Food Bank of South Jersey
Approximately 120 Comcast employees are volunteering at the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) on Comcast Cares Day, assisting the non-profit organization with multiple projects. These include: · Assembling 1,500 food packs to be distributed through FBSJ’s Kidz Pack program (for school... - April 29, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey