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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County: Celebrating National Mentoring Month with a Big Announcement
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) is getting ready to celebrate National Mentoring Month. The campaign will unlock the stories of four successful mentoring relationships in Ventura County, and the final item to be unlocked will be a Big Announcement by BBSVC – a major search driven by BBSVC that will have a nation-wide impact. - December 31, 2014 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County
NAWBO's Jan. 14 Luncheon Meeting Will Focus on Personal, Business Finances
Karen Russo, the award-winning author of “The Money Keys: Unlocking Peace, Freedom and Real Financial Power,” will lead attendees through a powerful framework, the Money Map. - December 31, 2014 - NAWBO Phoenix
Empowered Flower Girl Encourages Professionals, Entrepreneurs to Consider Mentoring
January is National Mentoring Month and Empowered Flower Girl's Rasheda Kamaria encourages adults with a big heart and a little time to consider mentoring youth. The social enterprise will partner with metro Detroit's premier social club to launch the Inspiring Professionals Series on January 28, 2015. - December 31, 2014 - Empowered Flower Girl LLC
YMA Gift Benefits Special Needs Kids in the Mahoning Valley
Special needs kids benefit from recent Youngstown Music Awards event. - December 30, 2014 - Creative Bridge Coalition
Make Your “Someday” Today: New Jersey YMCAs Come Together to Bring Resolutions to Reality
Local YMCAs Hold First-Ever Statewide Fitness Event on Jan. 10 to Promote Positive Personal Change and Good Health. - December 30, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning and The Estate Planning Council Present: Ethics and Staying Mission-Focused – Everything You Need to Know in 7 Words
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning (PPP) of Lee County and The Estate Planning Council of Lee County will present “Ethics and Staying Mission-Focused – Everything You Need to Know in 7 Words” at the Thursday, January 15, 2015 meeting. Featured speaker, Dawn-Marie Driscoll... - December 30, 2014 - Partnership for Philanthropic Planning Lee Count
Gonna BEAT This Thing Advanced Cancer Awareness Campaign Launched by YES!
Local Stage IV Colorectal Cancer Survivor, Rachael Wall, Featured in "Gonna BEAT This Thing" Awareness Campaign Video to Inspire Those Living with Terminal Cancer. - December 29, 2014 - Say YES to Hope
Colorado BioScience Association Names Primavera Group to Succeed Absolutely PR as Media Relations & Strategic Public Relations Consulting Firm
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has selected the Primavera Group, led by Owner/Principal Sarah Eder, for media relations and strategic PR consulting beginning January 5, 2015. - December 29, 2014 - Colorado BioScience Association
Arizona Gets First Vegetarian Food Festival
The team behind the famous NYC Vegetarian Food Festival brings its special sauce to the southwest for the very first Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival in Scottsdale on January 10th. - December 29, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Non-Profit to Jumpstart Trickle-Up Economy
The What Would Love Do Foundation announces it is initiating a new trickle-up economy through a grant program requiring grassroots participation from its website at www.whatwouldlovedo.org. A joint project with What Would Love Do Int’l, the non-profit has set out to redefine charity and... - December 29, 2014 - What Would Love Do Foundation
The Professional Developmental Football League Futures Game
Pro Football Scouting event held day before Pro Bowl. The Professional Developmental Football League (PDFL) today announced a professional football workout game at Independence High School (6602 North 75th Ave Glendale, AZ 85303) on January 24th, 2015 from 10AM to 4PM. - December 28, 2014 - The Professional Developmental Football League
Successful DFW Women to Motivate Young Ladies at January Event
On Saturday, January 24, 2015, young women are invited to a special event featuring four of DFW’s most influential women. These high-level executives will share their tips on success and information on how they’ve achieved their goals. They’ll also provide actionable ideas that attendees can take home with them to incorporate in their own lives. This event is geared toward young ladies, 12-22 years old, but all are welcome to attend. - December 26, 2014 - E.P.I.C. Fastpitch
The Drusilla Campbell Matching Fund is More Than Halfway Toward Its Goal
As the San Diego writing community mourns the loss of one of its successful leaders, Drusilla Campbell, who passed away on October 24, 2014, San Diego Writers, Ink (SDWI) is honoring her legacy with efforts to match a $5,000 donation given in her name. The Drusilla Campbell Scholarship and Outreach... - December 25, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Nashville Church of Scientology Hosts Tony Rockliff for Seminar in January
The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville is proud to bring Tony Rockliff back for a seminar geared toward helping artists advance in their careers. - December 25, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
2014 Year in Review - Religion Communicators Council Spreads Message Further
The Religion Communicators Council meets each month to hear about a topic of interest. In 2014, the Nashville chapter held regular meetings as well as hosted the annual convention. - December 25, 2014 - Religion Communicators Council
National Park Service Partners with Non-Profit for Art Programs
National Park Service (NPS) partners with non-profit National Parks Arts Foundation (NPAF) at Fort Union National Monument for First Ever Fort Union Artist in Residence Program. To Honor the NPS Centennial 2016 and Further the NPS "Call to Action," NPAF programs provide Fort Union National Monument and other parks education, arts and public programs by successful artists and curators. Fort Union Artist in Residence Program is uniquely designed as to the inspiration of park resources. - December 24, 2014 - National Parks Arts Foundation
Living Buddha Celebrated with Meditation and Peace Award
H.H. Buddha Maitreya the Christ and his wife, Mandarava Tara, were jointly conferred the 2014 Dr. Ambedkar International Buddhist Award presented in Nagpur, India. Together they have established the Church of Shambhala Vajradhara Maitreya Sangha and Maitreya Monastery in Kelseyville, California. - December 24, 2014 - Church of Shambhala Vajradhara Maitreya Sangha Monastery
Bob L. Roesler Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Bob L. Roesler of Greenfield, Wisconsin has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of addiction coaching. About Bob L. Roesler Mr. Roesler is a self-employed Addiction Recovery/Professional Coach at... - December 24, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC, of Atoka, Oklahoma has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Dennis Blackman, LPC, LADC Mr. Blackman has over 11 years experience in the healthcare... - December 24, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Patricia L. Blake Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Patricia L. Blake of Agua Dulce, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law enforcement. About Patricia L. Blake Ms. Blake has over 31 years experience in the law enforcement field. - December 24, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Alabama Accountants Selected for Prestigious Top 10 Award
The National Academy of Public Accounting Professionals (NAPAP) has named its 2014 "Top 10 Public Accounting Professionals" for the state of Alabama. The award winners include: · B. David Chandler of Aldridge Borden in Montgomery · Robert Coker of Carr Riggs & Ingram in... - December 24, 2014 - National Academy of Public Accounting Professionals
Sonic Sentinel, LLC Releases Innovative Model 14-1 Sonic Cannon
Sonic Sentinel, LLC, is pleased to announce the release of its new, innovative Model 14-1 sonic wildlife hazing cannon. The propane fueled, solar powered Model 14-1 is designed to be compact, rugged, and technologically advanced. The portable Model 14-1 is the first product of its kind to offer a... - December 24, 2014 - Sonic Sentinel, LLC
2014 Year in Review – Drug-Free South Helping Youth in Tennessee
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools, and in 2014 Drug-Free South took these materials to thousands of students. - December 24, 2014 - Drug Free South
Enable America Expands Programs in 2014 to Better Serve Individuals with Disabilities
The addition and growth of programs and services from Enable America, the nation’s first non-profit organization solely committed to improving employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, are setting the stage for even greater accomplishments in the new year. Included in... - December 24, 2014 - Enable America
Holocaust Memorial Center Organizes Multi-Site Film Screenings for International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Jan. 27
Screening of “Watchers of the Sky” to take place in Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield and Ann Arbor. - December 24, 2014 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Future Pet Partners Therapy Dog Kai Makes Holiday Debut
Meet Kai, a handsome boy and a future Pet Partners therapy dog. Pet Partners will follow his growth on their Facebook page during his first year as he progresses toward becoming a Pet Partners therapy dog. It is appropriate to begin Kai's story on Christmas Day since his name is Norse for... - December 23, 2014 - Pet Partners
National Hemophilia Foundation Statement on Donor Deferral Policy Change and National Blood Monitoring System Established
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today they are revising the current blood donor deferral policy for men who have sex with men (MSM) from a lifetime ban to a one-year deferral and implementing a national blood surveillance monitoring system. “The policy announced today... - December 23, 2014 - National Hemophilia Foundation
New Directors Announced by Denver Architectural Foundation
The Denver Architectural Foundation (DAF) has elected Al Slattery and Joe Vostrejs to its Board of Directors - December 23, 2014 - Denver Architectural Foundation
World Parkinson's Program Starts Parkinson's Education Campaign In South Asian Countries
World Parkinson's Program announced to start Parkinson's Education Campaign in South Asian Countries, through the enhancement of education and providing other supportive services at a global level. - December 23, 2014 - World Parkinson's Program
LSA Applauds Senate for Clearing Way for ABLE Act to Become Law
Unprecedented Passage Creates Pathway to Independence for People with Disabilities. - December 22, 2014 - Lutheran Services in America
2014 Proves a Successful Year for Major Bioscience Fundings, Including Key Merger and Acquisition Activity in Colorado
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) highlights Colorado’s key financings, acquisitions and expansions in the industry during 2014. CBSA plays a key role in promoting Colorado as a dynamic region for bioscience innovation and investment. - December 22, 2014 - Colorado BioScience Association
"From Fool to Fortune: the Archetypal Journey of Fortune Creation," James Wanless, PhD – a Saturday Morning Talk & Workshop
The general public is invited to join the Phoenix Friends of C.G. Jung at 10:00 am on January 17, 2015 at The Casa (Franciscan Renewal Center), 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale (in The Santa Barbara). Dr. Wanless’ lecture and workshop will broaden your understanding and teach you how to use the Voyager Tarot deck—his amazing 21st century personal navigation tool. - December 22, 2014 - Phoenix Friends of C.G. Jung
NAFA Opens Submissions for 2015 Fleet Excellence Awards
Award honoring the best and brightest in fleet profession celebrates its third year. - December 21, 2014 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Melodi M. Gates, Attorney, Squire Patton Boggs (US) 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 Melodi M. Gates, Attorney, Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Cloud Data Security and Its Impact on Healthcare Providers: An Update LIVE Webcast.” This event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2015 @ 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (ET). - December 21, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Louisville Marks 40 Years of Chanukah in the Public Sphere
Chabad of Kentucky to Light Up One of 15,000 Public Menorahs Worldwide, Universal Symbol of Religious Freedom. - December 21, 2014 - Chabad of Kentucky
Edwardsville, IL Startup OneLegacy.com Launches Story Sharing Project on Kickstarter
OneLegacy, a global life story sharing project, is on a mission to curate and publish one million real life stories from around the world – stories that may otherwise be lost. - December 21, 2014 - OneLegacy.com
Community Foundation Awards $150,000 to Organizations Across the Region to Benefit Youth
Eighteen grants made to support the leadership skills of youth as they work to improve their communities and make a difference. - December 21, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
The Elephant Sanctuary Receives Accreditation from Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries – the only globally-recognized organization providing standards to identify legitimate animal sanctuaries – has awarded accredited status to The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee as of Dec. 10, 2014. As confirmed through an onsite visit by... - December 21, 2014 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Matthew S. Sheldon, Partner, Goodwin Procter LLP to Speak at KC’s Major CFPB Enforcement Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Matthew S. Sheldon, Partner, Goodwin Procter LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Major CFPB Enforcement... - December 20, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Kick Off the New Year Making New Business Connections at Westchester Networking for Professionals New Year Networking & Holiday Celebration
Join Westchester Networking for Professionals in White Plains, NY on January 21st in celebrating the New Year, making new connections and building business opportunities. - December 20, 2014 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Ethan Jostad Foundation Gives Gift of Childhood Cancer Research
Non-Profit charity donates to pediatric cancer research for most difficult to treat childhood cancers. - December 20, 2014 - Ethan Jostad Foundation for Childhood Cancer
Church of Scientology to Host Black Legends of Basketball Exhibit in February
Black legends from the early years of basketball will be honored during a special reception and week-long exhibit at the Church of Scientology in Feb 2015. - December 20, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Church of Scientology Helps Artists Reach Dreams
The Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre of Nashville is dedicated to its mission to help artists reach their goals and become successful. - December 20, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Goodwill & ARTISANworks Join Forces to Support Artists and Create Jobs
Goodwill of the Finger Lakes, headquartered in Rochester, NY, announces that it is partnering with ARTISANworks to create jobs and support local artists throughout Rochester and the Finger Lakes area of New York. - December 20, 2014 - Goodwill of the Finger Lakes
Richard H. Walker Joins Pro Bono Partnership Board of Directors
Pro Bono Partnership has announced that Richard H. Walker has been elected to its Board of Directors. Mr. Walker is General Counsel and Member of the Group Executive Committee for Deutsche Bank. Prior to joining Deutsche Bank, he served as Director of the Division of Enforcement of the United... - December 20, 2014 - Pro Bono Partnership
Gordon G. Raman, Partner, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Green Bonds a Growing Investment or Un-standardized Risk? Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gordon G. Raman, Partner, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Green Bonds A Growing Investment or... - December 20, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Clay Thrash Helps YES! Beat Liver Tumors Launch Awareness Campaign for Advanced Cancer
East Texas Native Country Singer and Songwriter, Clay Thrash, Composes “Gonna BEAT This Thing” to Emphasize Awareness Campaign and to Inspire Those Living with Terminal Cancer. - December 19, 2014 - Say YES to Hope
Brain Injured Woman Travels Across the USA in Search of Resilience
Award-winning author and coach Dr. Jennifer Leigh was at the top of her game in 2010. Then adversity struck: she sustained a brain injury from a medication prescribed by her doctor. She blogged about her ordeal, becoming a beacon of hope for thousands around the world suffering from the same brain... - December 19, 2014 - Dr. Jennifer Leigh
Harvardwood's 2014 Writers Competition Winners & Most Staffable TV Writers
Announcing the winners of the 2014 Harvardwood Writers Competition & the writers selected for Harvardwood's Most Staffable TV Writers of 2014. - December 19, 2014 - Harvardwood
Beyond the Boroughs National Scholarship Fund Announces Partnership with The Serena Williams Fund
Women’s Tennis Champion Teams Up with Beyond the Boroughs to Send Students to College. - December 19, 2014 - Beyond the Boroughs