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Disabled American Veterans Charitable Trust Awards $15,000 Grant to Food Bank of South Jersey
Funding Enables Hunger-Relief Organization to Deliver Food Assistance to 3000 Veterans Annually - April 06, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Colorado Becomes 3rd State to Pass #AutoErase Legislation
Wrongful arrest of Hollywood entertainment industry exec, Charles Belk, is inspiring automatic expungement legislation across the nation. Colorado becomes the third state to pass #AutoErase legislation which requires that arrest records are automatically erased of innocent individuals wrongfully arrested due to mistaken identity. The bill, HB16-1265 – “Expungement of Arrest Records Based On Mistaken Identity,” was introduced and championed by Rep. Jovan Melton and Rep. Daneya Esgar. - April 06, 2016 - Fitting The Description
World Vision PH Partners with "Gift It" to Help Children in Need
A new app aims to change the way we give by making generosity a lifestyle. And you can now use this technology to help thousands of children in need, and even invite your friends to join in the fun. World Vision partners with Gift It, a “crowdgifting” app that allows people to launch... - April 06, 2016 - World Vision Development Foundation Inc Philippines
Danforth Center Expands with New Principal Investigators
The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is growing with the addition of two principal investigators, Ru Zhang, Ph.D. and Malia Gehan, Ph.D. The new scientists bring significant expertise in plant genomics and phenomics, and strengthen the Center’s focus on agricultural productivity and... - April 06, 2016 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Healthcare, Parent, and Faith Organizations Join Together for the First Time to Discuss Health Benefits of Clean, Renewable Energy
Meet, Eat, & Discover: Health Benefits of Clean, Renewable Energy, a luncheon and conversation on April 7, will bring together for the first time North Carolina’s healthcare, parent and faith organizations to explore how children’s health is directly impacted by our reliance on... - April 06, 2016 - Mothers & Others for Clean Air, a program of the American Lung Association of the Southeast
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Palisades Service Auction 2016
Please join the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Palisades (UUCP) for their annual service auction on Saturday, April 9th at 7:00 PM. Come and enjoy a live and silent auction presented by a professional auctioneer. Some items included are musical events, dinners, restaurant/service... - April 06, 2016 - The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Palisades (UUCP)
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry Recognized as One of the Top 10 Men of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D., Inorganic Chemistry of Oxford, Ohio has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Men of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and chemistry. About Gilbert Gordon, Ph.D.,... - April 05, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Is Membership in Strathmore's Worldwide Professional Who's Who Beneficial to Your Health?
According to Jane Penelope Johnson, the World Renowned Poet and member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide, a friend was having a hearing problem and had seen several physicians without relief. Jane looked up a surgeon listed in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Directory... - April 05, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Joyce E. Gordon Recognized as One of the Top 10 Women of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joyce E. Gordon of Oxford, Ohio has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Women of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of art, specializing in calligraphy. About Joyce E. Gordon Joyce is an accomplished... - April 05, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Florian M. Ward, Ph.D. Recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Florian M. Ward, Ph.D. of Bel Air, Maryland has been recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of consulting and inventing. About Florian M. Ward, Ph.D. Dr. Ward has over 20 years experience... - April 05, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Barbara L. Beckett Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Barbara L. Beckett of Boynton Beach, Florida has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of aviation and transportation. About Barbara L. Beckett Ms. Beckett has... - April 05, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Local Charity Holding Inaugural Event Benefiting Brain Cancer Research (Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 8am, Fort Mellon Park, Lake Monroe, Sanford, FL)
Introducing an inaugural, central Florida charity event, Melissa’s Race. This event will benefit brain cancer research. The charity has been created by a loving Sanford family, who suffered a great loss in the passing of a loving daughter, wonderful sister, and passionate and dedicated local... - April 05, 2016 - Melissa Vosburg, Inc
Maria E. Celis, Partner, Neville Peterson LLP to Speak at the KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Maria E. Celis, Partner, Neville Peterson LLP to Speak at the KC’s event will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled:... - April 05, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Mypenmail.com Offers New Social Collaboration Church Database Platform
New church database platform released by Mypenmail.com LLC. - April 05, 2016 - Mypenmail.com LLC
The International Public Safety Association Announces "If You See Something Say Something™" Partnership with the Department of Homeland Security
The International Public Safety Association announces a new partnership with the United States Department of Homeland Security’s “If You See Something, Say Something™” public awareness campaign. “In today’s environment, civilians and public safety must increase... - April 04, 2016 - International Public Safety Association
World Index of Moral Freedom 2016 Published
The Netherlands top the world ranking with 91.70 out of 100 points. Among the most morally free countries, Uruguay and Portugal score surprisingly high. USA only seventh, just after Spain and before Germany and Canada. Saudi Arabia closes the list as the 160th country, scoring under 10 points. Islamic, communist and small Central American countries perform poorly. Russia and the former Soviet Union have middle or low scores. - April 04, 2016 - Foundation for the Advancement of Liberty
Charles Belk Named a National Ford Freedom Unsung Hero Finalist
Entertainment Industry Exec turned Advocate for basic human rights recognized for his national criminal justice reform efforts. Ford Motor Company and Tom Joyner Foundation announced that Charles Belk, Founder and Executive Director of Fitting The Description, is one of ten Ford Freedom Unsung Hero Finalists, as part of a national campaign honoring the outstanding achievements of ordinary people performing extraordinary work in the African American community. - April 03, 2016 - Fitting The Description
The VR/AR Association Partners with Tribeca to Promote a Special VR Event
The VR/AR Association is pleased to partner with TriBeCa Film Festival on a special VR film event on April 19. “Not only is Richard Branson there with a special film screening and the top woman scientist Regina Dugan former DARPA secret projects and now Google Advanced Projects, but also... - April 03, 2016 - The VR/AR Association
Tax Defense Network, LLC Seeks Talent at UNF Job Fair
Human Resource representatives from Tax Defense Network® attended the University of North Florida Job Fair to scout new talent for upcoming positions in various departments. The event was held on Wednesday, March 30th at the Osprey Career Fair to pair prospective job-seekers with employers... - April 03, 2016 - Tax Defense Network (R)
Palmyra Destruction Situation Update
DigitalGlobe Satellite Imagery released on March 30, 2016 has shown new damage to the Valley of the Tombs, the Western Necropolis, and the Southeast Necropolis of Palmyra. This is the first new satellite imagery of Palmyra since September 2015, which was analyzed in the ASOR Cultural Heritage... - April 03, 2016 - ASOR
10th Year of Restoring, Healing and Restoration
Saved Souls Ministries holds it's 10th Women's Conference at Hilton Garden Inn at Kent Island. A weekend that transforms the beautiful Hilton Garden Inn into an oasis of renewal for women. - April 02, 2016 - Saved Souls Ministries
REDmeters Launches the Dredging RM2: "Bill By Tonnage"
REDmeters just released the new RM2, a non-nuclear in-line density meter that can be mounted on any dredging vessel. This is new for the dredging world, that has been struggling to justify contractual pricing with performance. As a result, contractual negotiations today, are mostly based on... - April 02, 2016 - REDmeters
International Conference on Algal Technologies (ICAT-2016) to be Hosted in Punjab, India
ICAT 2016 is a platform for academicians, researchers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and corporate houses to come, learn, share, network and develop. - April 02, 2016 - Sevas Educational Society
"Nonprofit Finance: A Practical Guide" Nominated for a Terry McAdam Book Award
The book "Nonprofit Finance: A Practical Guide" has been nominated for a Terry McAdam Book in 2016. The book's main goal is to bridge the gap between the finance and management areas of an organization. The author, Sheila Shanker, is a CPA based in California with many years of experience in the nonprofit sector. Her real-life examples and explanations are appreciated by both financial and non-financial readers. - April 02, 2016 - Sheila Shanker
Shorecrest Awarded New Active Learning Classroom by Steelcase Education
Shorecrest Preparatory School has been selected to receive the installation of an active learning classroom through the Active Learning Center (ALC) program, a grant initiative in its second year founded by Steelcase Education. This program empowers educators to implement active learning strategies... - April 02, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Raffaele Puppio Founding Partner Speaks to Delaware County School Superintendents on Construction Law
Michael V. Puppio, Jr. shared insight into construction law with school officials - April 02, 2016 - Raffaele Puppio
Cancer Transitions Workshop Series Helps Cancer Survivors Thrive
Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey Expands Free Survivorship Program to Three Locations - April 02, 2016 - Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey
200 Economic Development Professionals Meet in Arlington to Discuss Federal Policy
International Economic Development Council Holds Country’s Only Comprehensive Federal Economic Development Policy Annual Event. - April 01, 2016 - International Economic Development Council
High-Level Federal Officials to Speak at IEDC’s 2016 FED Forum
15 Plus Federal Agencies Represented at Federal Economic Development Policy Event - April 01, 2016 - International Economic Development Council
VOENA Kicks Up Its Heels and Raises Funds for Its Music Programs with an Evening of Dancing, BBQ and Beer on Tuesday, April 12 at 5:30 pm at the Lagunitas Brewing Co.
VOENA Children’s Choir will host an evening of dancing, BBQ and beer “Western Style” on Tuesday, April 12 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at the Lagunitas Brewing Co. located at 1280 N. McDowell Boulevard in Petaluma. This fun-filled evening will include live music by Dginn, a 4 to 8 piece high-energy dance band, special performances by VOENA students, a live and silent auction, and delicious BBQ and Lagunitas beer. All proceeds benefit VOENA's life changing music programs for youth. - April 01, 2016 - VOENA
Eileen C. Connor Finnegan, RN, MS, APN Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Eileen C. Connor Finnegan, RN, MS, APN of Pennsauken, New Jersey has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Eileen C. Connor Finnegan, RN,... - April 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dan Lupuleasa, President Recognized as a Professional of the Year and on the Reuter's Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Dan Lupuleasa of Portland, Oregon has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the utilities field. He was honored on the Reuter's BillBoard in Times Square in New York City... - April 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks Recognized as a Prominent Business Leader by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks of Mansfield, Texas has been recognized as a Prominent Business Leader for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of real estate, agriculture, investments and self storage. About Darcy L. - April 01, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Full Court Press on Federal Justice Officials in Colorado
Prosecutors and Judges Could Not Withstand Judiciary Committee Investigation, Says A Just Cause - April 01, 2016 - A Just Cause
ASSE International Student Exchange Program
Would you like to share your American way of life with an international high school student? ASSE are currently looking for host families to host their exchange students. ASSE, one of the world’s oldest and largest placement organizations for high-school age foreign exchange students, has a growing list of teens from around the world who are hoping to spend the next school year living with a host family in the USA. Would you consider opening your home to one of these students? - April 01, 2016 - ASSE International Student Exchange, Eastern division
Nashville Church of Scientology Prepares for World Health Day Fitness Fair
The Nashville Church of Scientology is welcoming the community to a Fitness Fair in honor of World Health Day this April. - April 01, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Biotechnology, Volunteers, and Virtual Reality: a New Attack on Oil Spills
OneFarm Project Aims to Reverse Decades of Pollution on the Niger Delta, One Farm at a Time. - April 01, 2016 - Sustainability International
American Diabetes Association to Offer Free Health Screenings and Resources for New Yorkers Living with Diabetes at Jacob Javits Center
Presenting Sponsor Healthfirst Will Showcase Expert Demonstrations at the 2016 ADA EXPO on Saturday, April 30th - April 01, 2016 - American Diabetes Association, Bridgewater, NJ
Islands Society Honors Inaugural Sea Islands Community Leader
The Director of the Beaufort County Alliance for Human Services is honored for his strong community commitment. - April 01, 2016 - Islands Society
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP): Significant Perspectives Live Webcast
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: Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP): Significant Perspectives Live Webcast. This two-hour event is scheduled on June 8,... - April 01, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Sea Islands Society Announces Local Female Leader
Researcher at MUSC is honored for her efforts to promote cross-cultural awareness. - April 01, 2016 - Islands Society
The Heights Foundation Announces The Harlem Heights Community Charter School
The Heights Foundation announces the opening of Lee County’s newest tuition-free public charter school. The Harlem Heights Community Charter School, located at The Heights Center, 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers will serve kids kindergarten through grade 3. The school’s vision is to... - April 01, 2016 - The Heights Foundation
Summer Sleepaway Camp Isn’t Just for Kids
Camp Arcadia, a fourth-generation, family-operated overnight summer camp for girls in Southern Maine, is offering two weeks of “Family Camp” for Summer 2016, tailored to families and friend groups of all ages looking for an all-inclusive, healthy, rustic getaway at a reasonable price. - March 31, 2016 - Camp Arcadia, Summer Camp for Girls
16 Noted Black Women Artists and Activists Gather to Uplift Women; Sunni Patterson, Dominique Christina and Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka to Appear
The Truth2Power Women’s Conference gathers Black women on April 1-2, 2016 at Prince Hall Masonic Temple in Washington, DC. This inaugural event will be two days of learning, love, and sisterhood to appreciate, celebrate, and discuss the power of the identity and abilities of the Black... - March 31, 2016 - Social Art and Culture
Turning Point’s 2016 Race for Life 5K Run/Walk Scheduled for April 30th
The Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center (TPPRC) recently announced their upcoming Race for Life event. Turning Point, a non-profit and community-based pregnancy clinic in northern San Diego, relies on donations and fundraising events like the Race for Life to keep their services free of charge... - March 31, 2016 - Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center
Wine on Wheels 2016 to Benefit Wheeling Forward
What: Join Wheeling Forward on April 16th for the Wine on Wheels Grand Tasting and Silent Auction featuring over 200 wines served by over 60 of New York City's most esteemed sommeliers to benefit Wheeling Forward. Tasty bites will be provided by local restaurants. Also there will be 4 fast track... - March 31, 2016 - Wheeling Forward
Boeing Chosen as i4cp's Member of the Year
Ford, Cigna, Amway and Shell also honored at the i4cp 2016 Conference. - March 31, 2016 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Chabad of Southside to Host 11th Annual Community Passover Seder "Relive the Passover Exodus" with Rabbi Novack
Who: Chabad of Southside; What: Chabad’s Community Passover Seder; When: April 22nd and 23rd; Where: Chabad of Southside, 11271 Alumni Way, Jacksonville, FL 32246. - March 31, 2016 - Chabad Lubavitch of Southside, Inc.
Congressman Danny Davis of Illinois Gives an Exclusive Interview from Washington D.C. on AJC Radio’s Spotlight on Capitol Hill
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. - March 31, 2016 - A Just Cause
Interfaith Older Adult Programs Hosts Annual Wine & Beer Tasting Fundraiser
Interfaith Older Adult Programs is hosting its third annual Wine & Beer Tasting at The Basilica on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 6:30 - 9pm at The Basilica of St. Josaphat, 2333 S. 6th Street in Milwaukee. Guests will enjoy sampling fine wines, craft beers, appetizers and desserts, and an opportunity to win a great selection of raffle prizes. All proceeds will benefit Interfaith South Shore Regiona's Older Adult Programs. Visit www.my.interfaithmilw.org - March 31, 2016 - Interfaith Southshore Regional