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Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Gives $750K Grant to SavingSpecies
$750,000 grant to Durham-based conservation non-profit will support habitat protection and restoration for endangered and rare species. - July 15, 2015 - SavingSpecies, Inc
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Discovery for Foreign Criminal Investigations in 2015
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: Discovery for Foreign Criminal Investigations in 2015 Live Webcast. This two-hour event is scheduled on August 6, 2015... - July 15, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Mary Magdalene Project Announces New Name and Partners with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office to Rebuild the Lives of Child Victims of Sex Traffickers
For more than 30 years, Journey Out (formerly Mary Magdalene Project) has been on the front lines in the tough fight to help victims become successful survivors of sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. Today, Journey Out is proud to announce that it will partner with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office to expand its programing to assist the youngest victims of this ever-growing crisis. - July 15, 2015 - Journey Out
Ohio Motorcyclists Raise Funds for the PBTF
Motorcyclists from the Buckeye State banded together for children fighting brain tumors at the 24th Marysville Ride for Kids over the weekend. The July 11 event, which benefited the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, honored local brain tumor survivors Erin, Jared, Naomi and Seth as Ride for Kids... - July 15, 2015 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
John V. Sullivan Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Farmingdale, New York, July 14, 2015. John V. Sullivan of Oakdale, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of information technology. About John V. Sullivan Mr. Sullivan has over 25 years... - July 14, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Biometric Signature ID and B Virtual to Debut New Identity Witness Authentication to Link Real World ID with Biometrics
Introduces a new security product for eCommerce and financial, educational and healthcare industries which seek a higher level of security beyond the password and user id combination for online transactions. SureID verifies the real world identity of a user and then witnesses the creation of a gesture biometric passcode which is a drawn password that can't be reproduced by anyone else. The solution requires no hardware and can be easily implemented by institutions. - July 14, 2015 - Biometric Signature ID
Jesse Halpern, Attorney, Schiff Hardin LLP at the Knowledge Group’s Understanding and Mitigating FERC Enforcement Actions: A 2015 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jesse Halpern, Attorney, Schiff Hardin LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Understanding and Mitigating FERC Enforcement... - July 14, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Melanie Natasha Howard, Senior Associate, Michelman & Robinson LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress’s Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Melanie Natasha Howard, Senior Associate, Michelman & Robinson LLP will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Hot Topics in Online Behavioral... - July 14, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Mike McLean, SVP, Intellectual Property Service, TechInsights to Speak at KC’s Effective Patent Portfolio Management Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mike Mclean, SVP, Intellectual Property Service, TechInsights will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Effective Patent Portfolio Management.” This webinar is scheduled... - July 13, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Fall for Writing, San Diego Writers, Ink's Writer's Conference, Will Take Place September 11 Through 13, 2015
"Fall for Writing is a great time for aspiring writers to take that first writing class or experienced writers to try a different genre or take a class from a new instructor," said Kristen Fogle, Executive director of SDWI. Classes and workshops will cover everything from fiction, memoir... - July 13, 2015 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Sweet Adelines International Celebrates 70th Anniversary of Barbershop A Cappella Harmony
July 13, 2015, marks the 70th anniversary of Sweet Adelines International, the world's largest organization of women barbershop a cappella singers. - July 12, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Care Starts Here: OSS Orthopaedic Hospital Sponsors World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Hospital administrators, doctors and clinicians, government policy makers, employers, insurance executives, healthcare buyers and related travel and hospitality interests converge, Sept. 27-30, 2015 in Orlando, Fla. - July 12, 2015 - Medical Tourism Association™
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
Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP, of Toronto, Ontario, Canada has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of strategic risk management and insurance. About Brian D. Birchall, P.Eng., CIP Mr. Birchall... - July 11, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
William Turlik Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
William Turlik of Kelly, North Carolina has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of medical devices. About William Turlik Mr. Turlik has over 12 years experience in the medical device field. He is... - July 11, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
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
Greater Morris Area Walk Now for Autism Speaks is Moving
Annual Greater Morris Area Walk Now for Autism Speaks will raise awareness and funds for Autism Advocacy, Research, and Services on Saturday, October 17th, 2015 at Giralda Farms in Madison. - July 11, 2015 - Autism Speaks, New Jersey Chapter
Mark F. Chadurjian, Of Counsel, Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC to Speak at KC’s Latest Trends and Developments in IP Licensing Agreements Explored! Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark F. Chadurjian, Of Counsel, Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Latest Trends and Developments... - July 11, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Nashville Church of Scientology Marks International Day of Friendship with Dialogue
International Day of Friendship was created to inspire peace and bridge building. On July 30th, the Church of Scientology will bring together a diverse crowd to dialogue for the occasion. - July 11, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Southern African Community USA to Hold Reunion Weekend 2015
Southern African Community USA (SACU) will be hosting its third annual Southern African Reunion weekend from August 28th to August 29th in the Washington D.C. Metro area. Southern African Reunion began in 2013 with the aim of getting Southern Africans and friends of Southern Africa to come... - July 11, 2015 - Southern African Community USA (SACU)
Fun & Sun Water Sports Club Receives 2015 Best of Sunnyvale Award
Sunnyvale Award Program Honors the Achievement. - July 11, 2015 - Fun and Sun Water Sports Club
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
Community Announced Court Watch Program to Keep Cook County Courts and States Attorney Accountable, Ensure Jail Population Reduced
Community and faith leaders from the Reclaim Campaign, together with Chuy Garcia and Cook County Commissioners, announced a community court watch program that will ensure bond court and pretrial services reforms are actually implemented. Cook County Chief Judge Timothy Evans committed to changes in... - July 10, 2015 - Community Renewal Society
People TV Atlanta Holds Summer Workshop Registration
People TV Atlanta is holding registration for summer television production workshops. - July 10, 2015 - People TV Inc
Leading Dominican Republic Healthcare Providers Align to Sponsor World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Hospital administrators, doctors and clinicians, government policy makers, employers, insurance executives, healthcare buyers and related travel and hospitality interests converge, Sept. 27-30, 2015, in Orlando, Fla. - July 10, 2015 - Medical Tourism Association™
Summer Vacation is Not for Everyone, Local Organization Hosts Networking Event and Business Expo for Local Businesses
Summer months can be a slow time for local business. A local organization has put together an opportunity for business owners and entrepreneurs to promote their business during the summer months. - July 10, 2015 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Save Our Cemeteries Undertakes "Open Tombs" Project at Lafayette Cemetery No. 2
Non-profit Combats Recent Vandalism at New Orleans’ Historic Central City Cemetery. - July 10, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
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
James Berkeley to Speak at Private Equity International’s 2015 Operating Partners Forum: New York
Berkeley to Discuss Maximising Value Creation and Alternative Operational Models - July 10, 2015 - Ellice Consulting Limited
Summerlin Synagogue Names American Soprano Heather Klein as Cantorial Soloist
Temple Sinai Welcomes American Soprano Heather Klein as New Cantorial Soloist. Klein follows her passion of painting pictures with her voice – interpreting and inhabiting characters, and bringing stories to life. Temple Sinai of Las Vegas is proud to welcome Heather Klein as its new... - July 09, 2015 - Temple Sinai
Robert G. McLean, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Robert G. McLean, Ph.D. of Fort Collins, Colorado has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and research. About Robert G. McLean, Ph.D. Dr. McLean is an Independent Consultant and... - July 09, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Senior Prom Celebrated at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA - Five Points Branch Celebrates Seniors - July 09, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Mission Launched to Create a More Self Sustainable Medical Industry in Rwanda
Massachusetts-based nonprofit, Medical Missions for Children, and the San Francisco-based Hellman Foundation has partnered to send Google Chromebooks to medical students at the new Medical College of the Institut Superieur Pedagogique de Gitwe (ISPG) in Rwanda, Africa. For several years, the... - July 09, 2015 - Medical Missions for Children
Todays American Woman Elegant Mrs. 2015 to Go to Washington DC
Todays American Woman Elegant Mrs. 2015, Elizabeth Reeve, a resident of Oklahoma City, is going to the National Independent Living Council Conference in Washington DC. Mrs. Reeve is a member of the Oklahoma State Independent Living Council. - July 09, 2015 - Todays American Woman National Elegant Mrs.
Channel Islands Harbor to Hold Arts Festival in Celebration of 50th Anniversary
Southern California’s finest artists to participate in outdoor festival. - July 09, 2015 - Channel Islands Harbor
Source Molecular Blitzes Through Conferences in Georgia and Florida
Source Molecular Corporation attended two back-to-back conferences in Atlanta, Georgia and Ft. Myers, Florida last month to bring microbial source tracking – a set of techniques used to determine the sources of fecal indicator bacteria in the environment – closer to water... - July 09, 2015 - Source Molecular Corporation
The Y Increases Availability of Swim Lesson Scholarships in Rahway
The Y Helps the Rahway Children Learn to be Safe Around Water - July 09, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Orange County SPCA Rescues a Mother Dog and Her Pups from Deadly Situation
Recently, the Orange County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OCSPCA) took custody of Coco, a pit mix and her three remaining pups, after rescuing them from a deadly situation. Coco was severely beaten, having taken several hits to the face, and of her seven puppies four were allegedly drowned before help could arrive. Since being removed from the situation Coco and her pups, only a week old at the time of their rescue, have been living in temporary boarding at an animal hospital - July 09, 2015 - Orange County SPCA
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy Opposes Legislation That Would Expedite Pipeline Construction on National Park Service Lands
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) strongly opposes legislation that would expedite pipeline construction in national parks, including the Appalachian National Scenic Trail (A.T.). Three bills—H.R. 2295 in the House of Representatives and S. 411 and S. 1196 in the Senate—would... - July 09, 2015 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Economic Development Initiative Scale Up Milwaukee Announces Third Round of Scalerator
Scale Up Milwaukee, an initiative of the Greater Milwaukee Committee supported by WEDC, announced it will open applications for the Scalerator program, which kicks off in October 2015. The Scalerator program has been wildly successful in helping companies in the M7 region to grow. So far, 27 local... - July 09, 2015 - Scale Up Milwaukee
Historic Preservation Funds Awarded to Upper Moreland Township Nonprofit
Local friends group receives state grant for assessment project of an historic site. - July 09, 2015 - Friends of Boileau
New Organization National Coalition for Public Procurement to Promote Excellence in Cooperative Procurement Practices
Three of the largest procurement programs for public agencies, educational institutions and non-profit organizations in the United States have come together to establish the National Coalition for Public Procurement (NCPP), an independent voice advocating excellence in cooperative contract... - July 09, 2015 - National Coalition for Public Procurement (NCPP)
NAFA Welcomes Sheryl Martin as New Chief Operations Officer
Former Director of Firm Practice Management for American Institute of Certified Public Accountants brings experience and energy to NAFA. - July 09, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Help Friends of Karen Send Children Back to School with Smiles
Friends of Karen, a children's charity that provides vital support to local families caring for a child battling cancer, aims to fill 800 backpacks for the upcoming school year. - July 09, 2015 - Friends of Karen
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
HOUR Movement Kicks Off Laundry WashUp Project July 11th
The Laundry WashUp project, which supports individuals and families in need by providing the funds and items necessary to wash and dry clothes, will take place from 10am to 1pm on Saturday at Fast Wash Laundromat on 1904 Hemphill St. - July 08, 2015 - HOUR Movement
American Marketing Association – Fairfield County Chapter Names Carlene Armetta, President-Elect
The Fairfield County Chapter of the American Marketing Association announced that Carlene Armetta has been elected to their board of directors and will serve as President-Elect effective July 2015. Ms. Armetta brings over 25 years of marketing industry and partnership relationship experience to the AMA-FCC. - July 08, 2015 - The Marketing Strategist
Community Invited to Tampa Church's Homecoming
Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church Invites the Community to an Ice Cream Extravaganza on July 18, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. as part of its Annual Homecoming Weekend 2015. - July 08, 2015 - Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
TPG Partners with Jakarta Against Drug Counterfeiting
The Peterson Group, a non-profit organization campaigning against illegal production, manufacture, distribution, importation and exportation of counterfeit drugs across the globe has been taking step by step realization of its goals and aspirations by partnering with one of the world’s most... - July 08, 2015 - The Peterson Group
Patricia Baxter, Managing Partner, Cruser & Mitchell LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Patricia Baxter, Managing Partner, Cruser & Mitchell LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Sweeping Developments in... - July 08, 2015 - The Knowledge Group