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Human Trafficking Victims Receive Support from Oktoberfest Fundraiser
Rotary of Westmoreland will donate the proceeds of their Oktoberfest ticket (on sale now) to Rooted OUTreach, a local organization providing support to victims of human trafficking, assault/abuse and homelessness. - June 21, 2021 - Rotary of Westmoreland
Project P.E.A.C.E. Community Fun Day Attracts Notable Community Support
Students, residents and notable community partners came out in numbers to Community Fun Day at Goulds Park, hosted by Project P.E.A.C.E. and Be Strong International on Friday, June 18th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Guests enjoyed live music, free food, and exhibitions from different organizations... - June 20, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Mary’s Center and Briya Public Charter School Celebrate Three Awards from The Washington Post 2021 Top Workplaces
The Washington Post announced that the Mary’s Center & Briya Public Charter School partnership has made the list of 2021 Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington, DC area. Mary’s Center President and CEO Maria Gomez was honored with the Large Workplace Leadership Award, and... - June 20, 2021 - Mary's Center
Saskatoon’s Afforestation Areas Receive Federal Funding
Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. education and awareness project regarding on-site environmental protection, restoration in conjunction with place-based, nature-based solutions for climate action for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, 326 acres and George Genereux Urban Regional Park, 148 acres. - June 20, 2021 - Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
Jovan Miller Speaks at Nation United Lacrosse Camp About Diversity in Lacrosse and Opportunities for Youth of Color to Earn College Scholarships
Jovan Miller, former professional lacrosse player, Syracuse University All-American, educator, and social justice speaker at Nation United Lacrosse Camp addressing student athletes about diversity in lacrosse and its opportunities for youth of color to earn college scholarships. - June 20, 2021 - Nation United Texas Lacrosse
Drug-Free Tennessee Observes International Day Against Drug Abuse Virtually
Drug-Free Tennessee has a mission to educate people on the dangers of drug abuse. - June 19, 2021 - Drug Free South
Goodwill ~ Redwood Empire Partners with Facebook Elevate and Coursera for Social Media Marketing Training
Goodwill ~ Redwood Empire is thrilled to be part of a new initiative launched by Goodwill Industries International, Facebook Elevate and Coursera to help job seekers master social media marketing skills. - June 19, 2021 - Goodwill ~ Redwood Empire
Church of Scientology Nashville Inspires New Hope for Return to In-Person Services
The Church of Scientology Nashville is inspiring other churches across the city with effective measures to help return to in-person services safely. - June 19, 2021 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Black Gubernatorial Candidate at Fresno Gun Show on Juneteenth Day
Constitutional Carry Proposed by California Governor Recall Candidate This weekend may end up becoming the nation's first time to federally recognize and celebrate Juneteenth Day as a holiday thanks to Congress’ recent passage of a resolution to recognize the day which is expected to be... - June 19, 2021 - Wildstar for Governor
Tickets Now Available for Tampa Crossroads’ Raffle Ticket Fundraiser
Tampa Crossroads, a nonprofit organization that works to remove barriers in accessing behavioral wellness, housing, and employment services in the local community, is hosting a Virtual Live Raffle Ticket Fundraiser on Thursday, June 24 at 12 PM ET – and your support is needed. Visit... - June 18, 2021 - Tampa Crossroads
JFS St. Louis Receives $25,000 Grant for Senior Services
JCA Charitable Foundation grant to support St. Louis' Jewish elderly community. - June 18, 2021 - Jewish Family Services
KIB Teams with Singley Academy Theatre Department Group Performs Environmental Skit at Cimarron Recreation Center
Cimarron Park Recreation Center was a flurry of activity on June 11, as Singley Academy theatre students and their director joined Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) for a lively presentation of an environmental mascot skit. The thespians took on the roles of KIB mascot Kirby the Toucan, Buddy the Blue... - June 18, 2021 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Alicia Keys’ Charity Keep a Child Alive Named an Official Charity Partner of the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon
Keep a Child Alive has been named an Official Charity Partner for the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon, taking place on November 7. This year serves as the 50th celebratory running of the marathon. Based in NYC, Keep a Child Alive is a non-profit organization, co-founded in 2003 by Alicia Keys to... - June 17, 2021 - Keep a Child Alive
St. Louis Area Diaper Bank Hires Two Team Members
Michelle Boatman and Jerrica Franks bring extensive experience to the growing organization. - June 17, 2021 - St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
Alicia Gaston LLC Releases Entertaining Middle Grade Youth Book Which Helps Kids Develop Social Skills
The Baldwin Terrace Kids are a group of middle school friends whose experiences in their beloved neighborhood and schools challenge and build their character. Whether it’s being mindful of the type of friends they keep, confronting bullies, or having good sportsmanship, the friends face challenges to learn the values and merits that are truly important. - June 16, 2021 - Alicia Gaston LLC
Say No to Illegal Weapons Campaign in Miami-Dade County
See something, say something - June 16, 2021 - Biscayne Gardens of Chamber of Commerce
PAWS NY Named an Official Charity Partner of the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon
The NYRR Official Charity Partner Program offers an opportunity for nonprofit organizations like PAWS NY to raise funds to support their missions and services. - June 16, 2021 - PAWS NY
Black Belt Community Foundation Announces the 2021 Community Grant Cycle
The Black Belt Community Foundation is announcing its 2021 Community Grant Cycle. Community-based organizations from Bullock, Choctaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Sumter and Wilcox Counties are encouraged to apply. The BBCF invites organizations based in and... - June 16, 2021 - Black Belt Community Foundation
MPAI Opens New Projects Leveraging Its Unique Approach to AI Standards
At its 9th General Assembly, the international, unaffiliated Moving Picture, Audio and Data Coding by Artificial Intelligence (MPAI) standards association has started the development of new projects while continuing the development of four standards. MPAI application standards use aggregations of... - June 16, 2021 - MPAI
100 Young Entrepreneurs Impacted by a STEM Curriculum in Puerto Rico
A hundred young entrepreneurs -- public school students from ages nine to 12 with a high economic need -- were positively impacted in 2020 by the SEEDS program developed by the nonprofit organization Friends of Puerto Rico. The unemployment rate for people in Puerto Rico between the ages of 15 and... - June 16, 2021 - Friends of Puerto Rico
Miami-Dade County Partners with Be Strong to Bring Project P.E.A.C.E. to Goulds Community
Project P.E.A.C.E. (People Engaged and Advocating for Community Empowerment) is hosting a Community Fun Day at Goulds Park on Friday, June 18th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be live music, food, and activities to promote unity between community members, and local community... - June 15, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Christa J. Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP Honored as a VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Christa J. Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP of Pleasanton, California has been honored as VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of event planning. About Christa J. Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP Christa Mekki, CMP, CWP, CITP... - June 15, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Locus AG Launches Second Line of Carbon-Accelerating Soil Probiotic Technologies with Added Phosphorus Benefits
New Pantego™ microbial soil amendment gives farmers the upper hand in crop performance and environmental impact across wider temperature ranges. - June 15, 2021 - Locus Agricultural Solutions
Professional Organizer, Discover Organizer Owner Jill Yesko Releases Debut Title "I’m Right Here: 10 Ways to Get Help for Hoarding and Chronic Disorganization"
Professional organizer, speaker and Discover Organizing Inc. founder Jill Yesko has released her debut book, titled, "I’m Right Here: 10 Ways to Get Help for Hoarding and Chronic Disorganization." An eighteen-year veteran of the professional organizing industry, Jill Yesko, a... - June 15, 2021 - Discover Organizing
Florida Inventory Professional Achieves Industry Designations
The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Mandy Peterson for achieving CIS and CAE Designations. - June 15, 2021 - National Inventory Certification Association
PRFC Announces the Appointment of New Board Members
Collaboration in the fight against complex fraud continues with the Payment Risk & Fraud Consortium's new Board of Directors. - June 14, 2021 - Payments Risk & Fraud Consortium
Southwest Tennessee Community College’s Shayla Kolheim Selected for Maxine Smith Fellows Leadership Program
The Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) has selected Shayla Kolheim, director of Grants Development and Management at Southwest Tennessee Community College, to participate in the Class of 2021-22 Maxine Smith Fellows Program. “Ms. Kolheim is truly deserving of this opportunity. She is an... - June 12, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Presenting the Inaugural “Great Inclusion Race & Party in the Park”
When: June 26, 2021, 10 am – 4 pm; Where: Midlothian Community Park | 3601 S. 14th St | Midlothian, TX 76065; Why: To promote disability awareness, highlight the amazing city of Midlothian and inspire everyone to be valued, respected and supported in our community. It’s about focusing on the needs of every individual and ensuring the right conditions are in place for each person to achieve his or her full potential. - June 12, 2021 - Bridges Training Foundation
Nashville Religion Communicators to Hear about Resilience
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - June 12, 2021 - Religion Communicators Council
The Way to Happiness Association Spreads Seeds of Hope Online
The Way to Happiness Association observed World Environment Day with special virtual messages. - June 12, 2021 - The Way to Happiness
Venvi Art Gallery: Post-Pandemic Art Market Landscape
Out of necessity, many artists and gallerists have found new and creative ways to sell artwork online. An ongoing survey featured on NPR says 95% of artists have experienced loss because of the pandemic. Brinda Pamulapati and Veernag Pamulapati, owners of Venvi Art Gallery located on the East side of Capital Circle at 2901 E. Park Avenue, Tallahassee, Florida have been working hard on enhancing their new website, which allows users to buy artwork from the comfort of their home. - June 12, 2021 - Venvi Art Gallery
Christ Church Prepares to Host Prayerfest 2021
A prayer and worship festival for the nation and world. - June 11, 2021 - Christ Church USA
World Health Organization Includes Clubhouse Model as Example of Rights-Based Approach to Recovery-Focused Mental Health Services
Clubhouse International welcomes and supports the launch of the World Health Organization's Guidance on community mental health services: Promoting person-centered and rights-based approaches. Clubhouse International Training Center, Phoenix Clubhouse in Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, is identified as an example of community-based mental health services that are following good practices which provide quality care and support. - June 11, 2021 - Clubhouse International
"Compassion Through the Arts" Free Online Event June 15
"Compassion through the Arts" - a free online streaming event - will be presented June 15. It features a variety of accomplished musicians, visual artists, and poets whose works express compassion. - June 10, 2021 - Compassionate Houston Inc.
Florida Black Sports Hall of Fame Announces the Class of 2021 Inductees
The Florida Black Sports Hall of Fame, Inc. announced the inductees who comprise the Hall of Fame Class of 2021. Warren Sapp, Richard Williams, Althea Gibson, and Cori “Coco” Gauff are among 22 members that make up the Hall of Fame’s 2nd class. The inaugural Hall of Fame Class of 2020 had 34 members including Richard Rellford, Deion Sanders, and Anquan Boldin. - June 10, 2021 - Florida Black Sports Hall of Fame, Inc.
George Ballew Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award and as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
George Ballew of Waynesboro, Virginia has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award and as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of finance. About George Ballew George Ballew... - June 10, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dave M. Tennen Recognized as a VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Dave M. Tennen of Santa Barbara, California has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of real estate. About Dave M. Tennen Dave Tennen is a licensed real estate broker at... - June 10, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Kidney Care Community Applauds Senate Re-Introduction of Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers and manufacturers – today commended Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Roy... - June 09, 2021 - Kidney Care Partners
Alberta L. Watson Honored as a VIP Member for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Alberta L. Watson of Birmingham, Alabama has been honored as a VIP Member for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of mental healthcare. About Alberta L. Watson Alberta... - June 09, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Bunks Across America Build a Bed Event 2021
June 12 Build a Bed for Kids Event; No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town - June 09, 2021 - Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Inc.
ISKCON NYC Announces 46th Annual Hare KrishnaParade and Festival - Celebrated on 5th Avenue with Festival at Washington Square Park
The Hare Krishna Festival, centers around the annual Hare Krishna Parade, also known as Ratha Yatra (Festival of Chariots). To be celebrated Saturday, June 12th, it will be one of New York City’s first public festivals since the start of the pandemic. The festival begins at 11:00am with a... - June 09, 2021 - ISKCON NYC
2021 Juneteenth Golf Classic Raises Funds for Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce's Microgrant Program
Announcing the 2021 Juneteenth Golf Classic; the event will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at the Golf Club of Dallas, the only Black-owned golf course in Texas. This year’s benefiting sponsor is the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce (DBCC). The goal of this event is to raise awareness... - June 09, 2021 - RAISA Agency
Rivkin Center Hires Molly O’Connor as Incoming Executive Director
The Rivkin Center, a Seattle-based nonprofit working to improve women’s health by helping them prevent, detect early and survive ovarian and breast cancer, has hired Molly O’Connor to lead the organization upon the retirement of the current executive director. - June 09, 2021 - Rivkin Center
Ward Law Group Opens 8th Satellite Office
New Hampshire Law Firm Establishes a Concord Presence - June 09, 2021 - Ward Law Group, PLLC
Rev. Loretta Hives-Moody, M.Div. Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Rev. Loretta Hives-Moody, M.Div. of Oakland, California has been showcased on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and high level of success in the fields of healthcare and ministry. Times... - June 08, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
HBICHQ Reduces Recidivism in Formerly Incarcerated Women
The HBIC HQ Foundation is helping formerly incarcerated women overcome obstacles to employment through encouraging entrepreneurship will not only help reduce recidivism but also give women opportunities otherwise unavailable to them. Read on to learn how one nonprofit, www.HBICHQ.com, has created... - June 08, 2021 - HBIC HQ Foundation
Illyasha Peete Named Executive Director of CLS Racial and Social Equity Initiative
Will Lead Organizational Focus on Addressing Racial & Social Equity within Life Sciences Industry. - June 07, 2021 - California Life Sciences
Sigma Chi Chapter at Cal State Pomona Raises $100,000 to Fight Cancer
The Sigma Chi Fraternity chapter at California State Polytechnic University Pomona raises over $100,000 for its philanthropy, Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah. - June 07, 2021 - Theta Sigma Chapter Sigma Chi
Volunteer MBC Announces Host Urz Heer, Nominees and Entertainers of the 2021 Virtual V-Oscars
Maritime Ontario presents this year's Virtual V-Oscars, Peel Region's Volunteer Recognition Awards by Volunteer MBC, hosted by UN Women Canadian Delegate, TV host, peace and human rights activist Urz Heer. - June 07, 2021 - Volunteer MBC
Launch of the LSCCH and LCCH Virtual Therapy Centre in UK, Malaysia and Singapore; A Unique Form of Therapy
The LSCCH Therapy Centre will provide mental healthcare support using clinical hypnotherapy and related psychotherapy. It offers affordable therapy to people that have mental health issues following the pandemic and creates opportunities for therapist to treat patients online. COVID-19 has affected mental health globally, especially the immediate reaction to the crisis when people struggle to cope with the impact of the pandemic long-term. - June 05, 2021 - London School of Clinical Communication and Hypnosis