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Montgomery Alliance Selects Combat2College as Spring Fundraising Campaign
As its annual spring fundraising project, the Montgomery Alliance for Community Giving, www.montgomeryalliance.org, has pledged to raise $25,000 for Montgomery College’s Combat2College Program. Combat2College provides comprehensive, customized support services to veterans making the... - April 02, 2011 - Montgomery Alliance for Community Giving
The Animal Rescue Site and GreaterGood.org Donate More Than $300,000 in March to Japanese Animal Rescue
Visitors to The Animal Rescue Site donated more than $300,000 in March to the current animal rescue efforts in Japan. The funds were distributed weekly after receipt to the Humane Society International (HSI) and the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) by GreaterGood.org, the nonprofit... - April 02, 2011 - GreaterGood
"Deejays for Japan" - a Japanese Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Event
The Hip Hop Loves Foundation, Jon Quick Select Events and friends will host “Deejays for Japan” a Japanese earthquake/tsunami relief event. The event is slated for Thursday, April 7th, 2011 at Taj (48 W. 21st NYC). DJs volunteering services include D-Nice, Jon Quick, M.O.S., Snatch-1, Commish, Chris Washington and CEO. AJ Calloway and Kevin Powell will be hosting. All proceeds will be donated to Japanese Center for International Exchange. - April 01, 2011 - Jon Quick Select
OAFCS Annual Meeting: Linking Cultures, Enriching Lives
Ohio Association of Family and Consumer Sciences is having its annual meeting at the new Hilton Garden Inn in the Toledo area. The theme is Linking Cultures, Enriching Lives. Professionals interested in empowering individuals, families, and communities are invited to attend. Sessions will explore new developments in research and practice. For more information, go to http://www.oafcs.org. - April 01, 2011 - Ohio Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Four-Legged "Waifs" in Kansas City Seek Second Chance at Life: with Veterans
Pets for Patriots, Wayside Waifs and Rockhill Pet Clinic to help Kansas City veterans honorably adopt and care for companion pets. - April 01, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Fit Night Out™ Makes Its Debut in DC
Sunshine Social Consulting and The Jalin Group announced today that Fit Night Out™ - the ultimate evening of fitness, fellowship and fun, designed especially for women – will make its debut on Thursday, April 14, 2011, from 7:00p.m. to 11:00p.m., at Love the Club, 1350 Okie Street, N.E. - April 01, 2011 - Fit Night Out™
NAFA Enters Endorsement Agreement with NTEA
The NTEA has joined a growing list of organizations who endorse NAFA's CAFM program as the standard of excellence for fleet management education. - April 01, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Herman Cain to Speak at Woodlands Area Tax Day Tea Party Hosted by the Texas Tea Party Patriots PAC
The Texas Tea Party Patriots PAC is hosting a Tax Day Tea Party on Saturday, April 16, 2011, at 6:00 p.m., at the Woodforest Stadium in the Woodlands, Texas. The theme for the event is “Restore America,” and will include speakers and musical entertainment. As one of the headlining... - April 01, 2011 - Texas Tea Party Patriots PAC
Perymon Named Director of Clinical Services and Outreach
Amber D. Perymon, Psy.D., was recently promoted to director of Clinical Services and Outreach with Eden Autism Services Florida. - April 01, 2011 - Eden Autism Services Florida
cross.tv Helps Small Churches Go Global
cross.tv, the Faith Based Social Network, recently released an updated version of their “Pro Features,” designed to provide small and medium sized churches and ministries with professional Internet broadcasting capabilities at bare minimum cost. - April 01, 2011 - crossmedia
"The LDA: a Decade of Service to the Self-Help Litigant" is Theme of California Association of Legal Document Assistants (CALDA) 24th Annual Conference
The California Association of Legal Document Assistants (CALDA) will be hosting its 24th annual conference on October 14-16, 2011 at the Doubletree Hotel & Conference Center in Ontario, California. This year’s conference theme, “The LDA: A Decade of Service to the Self-Help... - March 31, 2011 - California Association of Legal Document Assistants
Taste of Spring Branch Returns for the Second Year
Taste of Spring Branch Tickets Are on Sale Now - Over 20 Restaurants Will be Featured - March 31, 2011 - Memorial Assistance Ministries
Billions of Dollars Set Aside for Women Owned Businesses
Thanks to the U.S. Small Business Administration, women business owners have a lot of opportunities to contract with the government starting in 2011. “There are potentially billions of dollars waiting for women in the federal government,” said Ana Harvey, the assistant administrator for... - March 31, 2011 - Greater Women's Business Council
Felton E. Parrish, Partner, K&L Gates LLP at KC’s The Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Felton Parrish, Partner, K&L Gates LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Bankruptcy Code Section 363 Explored Live... - March 31, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Celebrity Catwalk Holds First Annual Paws For Cocktails Event, Nate Berkus and Dionne Warwick Lead Host Committee
Host Committee Nate Berkus, Dionne Warwick, Kim Coles, WPIX 11 anchor Jodi Applegate and Radio Personality Egypt Sherrod have come together to raise funds and awareness for New York's animal rescue groups. - March 31, 2011 - celebrity catwalk
Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce President Selected for Advocate Position with the United States Army
The Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce has announced that President and CEO Ike McLeese has been reappointed as a Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army (CASA). McLeese was selected by Secretary John M. McHugh to represent the state of South Carolina and will serve as the official advocate... - March 31, 2011 - Columbia Chamber of Commerce
Bridgestone Babblers Toastmasters Club Wins Big at Area 53 Speech Contest
In addition to being known for always having a great time, the Bridgestone Babblers Toastmasters Club is also known for producing strong contestants for speech contests. This year is no exception. At the Area 53 Contest on March 15th, Stephen Cornwell won the International Speech Contest and Justin... - March 31, 2011 - Bridgestone Toastmasters
Washington State Up Next for Historic "I AM EQUAL" Campaign
Greater Seattle area prepares to break world record with human rights photo project. - March 31, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Textile Manufacturer and Charitable Outreach Organization Blanket America Adds Customizable Curtains to Its Extensive Selection of Blankets, Bedding, and Other Linens
Blanket America, a textile manufacturer and charitable outreach organization, added customizable curtains to its selection of fleece blankets, cotton sheet sets, and other items available for sale as part of its “Buy 1, Give 1” charity model. - March 31, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Magical Morocco - a Cultural Festival Celebrating the Beauty of Morocco, UCONN Stamford, CT
The Saida Fikri Foundation in collaboration with the Washington Moroccan American Club has organized and is hosting a cultural festival celebrating the splendor and generosity of Morocco. - March 30, 2011 - Saida Fikri Foundation
3M Awarded i4cp’s 2011 Member of the Year
3M Receives Prestigious Award for Its Dedication to Innovation, Productivity and Employee Engagement - March 30, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Anthony J. Costantini, Partner, Duane Morris LLP to Speak at KC’s Event Internal Control Deficiencies: Assess/Report SAS 112 & 115
Joining the notable panel of speakers for KC’s Internal Control Deficiencies: Assess/Report SAS 112 & 115 Live Webcast is the distinguished Anthony J. Costantini, Partner, Head, Professional Liability Practice of Duane Morris LLP. (For further details, please visit:... - March 30, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Megan Zietsman, Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP to Speak at KC’s Event Internal Control Deficiencies: Assess/Report SAS 112 & 115 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Megan Zietsman, Partner of Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Internal Control Deficiencies:... - March 30, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Georgia Non-Profit Raffles House as 2011 Fundraiser Event
Paralyzed real estate market motivates non-profit organization to creatively coordinate fundraiser. Home Owner Mortgage Education, Inc, scheduled to raffle four bedroom renovation in established Atlanta subdivision December of 2011. Privately funded organization struggles to meet demand for services from the State's distressed homeowners. - March 30, 2011 - Home Owner Mortgage Education, Inc.
"Get Blue" – National Effort to Educate America During April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April marks the 28th anniversary of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to child abuse education, awareness and prevention activities. To observe National Child Abuse Prevention month, Love Our Children USA, (a national organization headquartered in New York whose mission is to break the cycle of violence against children) begins its eighth annual GET BLUE campaign – a national effort to educate and raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention. - March 30, 2011 - Love Our Children USA
Nourishing USA Earth Day 2011: Nourish Yourself, Nourish the Planet
Nourishing USA is celebrating Earth Day this year with a celebration in East Harlem. On April 23rd, Nourishing USA along with other sponsors will be presenting Nourish Yourself, Nourishing the Planet, a day filled with fun and learning. - March 30, 2011 - Nourishing USA
Upcoming Events at Stevens Highlight Women in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Just two semesters old, the Stevens Institute of Technology's Women in Pharmaceutical Industry Club is already having an impact on its members, providing tools and education to women preparing to enter the pharmaceutical industry. The April 27 meeting will feature guest speaker Ms. Anu Hans, Vice President of Global Procurement at the Janssen Supply Group, a division of Johnson & Johnson. Members of the public are welcome to attend the guest lectures. - March 30, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Presents the Grand Wine & Food Affair 2011
Five day series of culinary events includes internationally acclaimed wineries and award-winning chefs. - March 30, 2011 - Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce
New Laser Technology Developed at Stevens Prepares to Revolutionize Communications
Dr. Rainer Martini of Stevens Institute of Technology has overcome a number of free space challenges to develop a high-speed communications technology that is not limited by a physical conductor. With an optical system that is stable enough, satellites may one day convert to laser technology, resulting in a more mobile military and super-sensitive scanners, as well as faster Internet for the masses. - March 30, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Computer Science Students Present to President of Microsoft North America
Stevens Computer Science students presented their game design entries in Imagine Cup 2011 to Robert Youngjohns, President of Microsoft North America Sales and Marketing. - March 30, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces April 2011 Meeting with Wealth Expert Robert Shemin
On April 11 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Robert Shemin. Attendees will learn how to buy and sell real estate in today’s market. - March 29, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
2011 Board of Directors Named for ASTD South Central Wisconsin - Tracy Nelson of Summit Credit Union Serving as President, Kimberly Frederickson as President in Training
The American Society of Training & Development South Central Wisconsin has named Tracy Nelson of Summit Credit Union as 2011 President. Kimberly Frederickson will be serving as President Elect in training for 2012. - March 29, 2011 - American Society of Training & Development, South Central Wisconsin
Free Women Veterans Entrepreneurship Training
The Women Veterans Business Resource Center supports the Women Veterans Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-Wise) Conference. This three-day conference includes two tracks of training; a "growth track" tailored to those participants already in business, and a "startup" track focused on potential future entrepreneurs. - March 29, 2011 - Women Veterans Business Center
The National Fire Protection Association Invites Parents and Children to Celebrate Sparky the Fire Dog's 60th Birthday in Fire-Safety Style
Famous spokesdog reminds families about the importance of fire prevention. - March 28, 2011 - National Fire Protection Association
Yuri’s Night Announces Celebrity Judges, Extends Contest Deadlines
Yuri’s Night is pleased to announce that Xeni Jardin, co-editor of Boing Boing, and Ariel Waldman, founder of Spacehack.org, will be serving as judges for the Yuri’s Night “Call To Humanity” Space Ad Contest, sponsored by Space Travellers. The Space Ad Contest calls on... - March 28, 2011 - Yuri's Night
Matthew 25: Ministries Ships Disaster Relief to Japan
Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization, located in Cincinnati, OH, will begin shipping aid to disaster-ravaged Japan on Monday, March 28. Matthew 25: Ministries will ship 250,000 servings of food from Matthew 25’s Food Processing Center, as well as water and blankets by both sea and air to Japan on Monday. - March 28, 2011 - Matthew 25: Ministries
USSSA Teams with My Sports Dreams to Help Affiliated Teams Raise Money
My Sports Dreams will help teams competing under USSSA umbrella purchase gear and travel to USSSA Tournaments nationwide - March 27, 2011 - My Sports Dreams
NASFAA.org Awarded Top Nonprofit Website Ranking by the Interactive Media Awards
Financial Aid Association's website given IMA's highest honor for planning, execution and overall professionalism. - March 27, 2011 - National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
Kids In Need Foundation Announces Partnership with Elmer’s
Teachers Can Now Apply for Elmer’s Teacher Toolkit Grants to Conduct Classroom Projects The Kids In Need Foundation, a national, non-profit organization dedicated to providing free school supplies to economically disadvantaged school children and under-funded teachers, is introducing a new... - March 27, 2011 - Kids In Need Foundation
Adirondack Recycling Program
Members of the AWF have been collecting empty laser and inkjet cartridges and used cell phones from the community. They are sending the waste products to companies that recycle all of the material. - March 27, 2011 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
Intro to Services Offered by Women's Business Development Center Scheduled for April 5 in Chicago
“Wisdom, Wine and Cheese: Introduction to WBDC Services,” an introductory session for prospective and established business owners to help clarify their needs, hosted by the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC), will be held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, at the... - March 27, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
TAG Unveils 2011 State of the Industry: Technology in Georgia Report
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry, today unveiled results from its 2011 State of the Industry: Technology in Georgia Report. - March 27, 2011 - TAG think
From Kabul to Our Nation’s Capital: Countering the Threat of Improvised Explosive Devices
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held a critical sector forum examining the counter IED efforts. INMA Chairman Dr. Kathleen Kiernan and Jeff Simons, COO of A-T Solution, welcomed a distinguished panel consisting of Louis Grever, FBI Executive Assistant Director for Science and... - March 26, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
NH Division of Economic Development Promotes Benefits of Skilled Workforce, Job Training Grants for Business Relocation Assistance
Insurance companies and other businesses thinking about relocation or reincorporation in another state must factor a number of important considerations into their decision. Two of those include the quality of people in the labor market, and the types of financial assistance available to provide specialized training to new employees. Read on to learn how New Hampshire fares in both these areas. - March 26, 2011 - NH Division of Economic Development
GreaterGood Network Visitors Decide on $75,000 in Grants for Petfinder.com Animal Shelters
In 2011, GreaterGood Network's The Animal Rescue Site $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge allows visitors to the website to select Petfinder.com shelters and rescue groups to receive grants to help feed and care for animals. The first round of voting, which ended March 20, gave $75,000 to 68 shelters in... - March 26, 2011 - GreaterGood
Homegrown Lacrosse Introduces 1,000 Students in Duluth Minnesota to the Sport of Lacrosse
Partnership with MBSLA and MLA supports the grassroots growth of lacrosse in the state. Over the course of five days in mid-March, Homegrown Lacrosse, a Twin Cities-based nonprofit organization, introduced nearly 1,000 K-12 students in Duluth, Minn. to the sport of lacrosse with its In-School P.E. - March 26, 2011 - Homegrown Lacrosse
Blanket America Launches New Microsite, BlanketAmericaGives.com, Where Visitors Can Ask Company to "Help My State" with Blankets and Other Donated Textiles
Blanket America, a blanket manufacturer and charitable organization, expanded its community outreach program with the launch of a new website: www.BlanketAmericaGives.com. - March 26, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Seeks Experts in Entrepreneurship Education to Present at Conference in October
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) is asking experts in entrepreneurship to submit proposals for presentations to be presented at the organization’s 9th Annual Conference in Portland, OR, to be held October 9-12. NACCE is looking for engaging presenters... - March 26, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
The Institute for New Economic Thinking Has Announced the Latest Speaker and Panel Discussion Confirmations for Its Bretton Woods Conference
Bretton Woods conference speakers now include Jim Balsillie, Gordon Brown, Mark Carney, Richard Koo, George Soros, Joseph Stiglitz, Larry Summers, Paul Volcker, and many others. - March 26, 2011 - Institute for New Economic Thinking
Brenda M. Van, Western Managing Dir., Nonprofit Market Leader, MassMutual to Speak at KC's Event Entitled: Conquer the New World of 403(b) Retirement Plans Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Brenda M. Van, Western Managing Director, Nonprofit Market Leader, MassMutual Retirement Services will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - March 26, 2011 - The Knowledge Group