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Four Disabled Veterans Will Carry the Names of the Fallen to the Top of Mt. McKinley, the Tallest Peak in North America
Four combat veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan announced today that they will be climbing Mt. McKinley (20,321 ft.), also known as Denali, in May 2015, for a project they founded, Mission Memorial Day. They are expected to reach the top of Mt. McKinley, the tallest peak in North America, on Memorial... - March 16, 2015 - Mission Memorial Day
Sip in Style Fashion Bash Returns to the Bell Tower Shops
Spring Fashion Show to Benefit Local Charities: Dress for Success and Blessings in a Backpack - March 15, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces School Age Child Care & Summer Camp Director
Jessica Rehfuss Joins The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch - March 14, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Drug-Free South Plans Open House for World Health Day
The Truth About Drugs program provides teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education materials. - March 14, 2015 - Drug Free South
Population Connection Condemns Iran's Attacks on Family Planning
Statement by John Seager, President of Population Connection - March 13, 2015 - Population Connection Action Fund
Dream Foundation’s Flower Empower Luncheon Will Raise Funds for Community Program that Delivers Hope and Compassion to Thousands of Local Residents
Annual event celebrates dedicated volunteers who assemble and deliver 150 fresh bouquets a week to hospices, cancer centers, nursing homes and personal residences throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura County - March 13, 2015 - Dream Foundation
Valley Youth House Presents 5th Annual "Always Bet on Youth" Casino Fundraiser
Valley Youth House (VYH) will host a casino-themed fundraiser to support homeless and foster youth in Philadelphia on Friday, March 13, 2015 from 6-10 pm at Union Trust. The Roaring 20’s-themed event, presented by Liberty Property Trust, will include casino games, a silent auction and recognition of several honorees. - March 13, 2015 - Valley Youth House
The Way to Happiness Nashville Chapter Observes International Day of Happiness
The Tennessee chapter of The Way to Happiness Foundation will observe the United Nations International Day of Happiness on March 20. - March 12, 2015 - The Way to Happiness
NewLeaf Symbiotics Recruits Leading Business Development and Commercialization Expert
New Hire to advance Prescriptive Biologics™ platform. - March 12, 2015 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Blue Ridge Mountain Sports Announces Partnership with Sparo's Purchase with a Purpose™ Program at Online Store
Virgina based outdoor retailer gives customers the option to have a portion of their purchase be donated to their charity of choice via partnership with online startup called Sparo. - March 11, 2015 - Sparo Corporation
Food Bank of South Jersey Launches Youth Nutrition Outreach Training Program in Salem County
Fifteen High School Students Will Learn to Become “Nutrition Ambassadors” Within Their Communities. - March 11, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from The Siragusa Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from The Siragusa Foundation. This grant will provide support for a broad range of enrichment activities for students with special needs at the ECF Kayne Eras School. Enrichment activities are designed to... - March 11, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Leading NGOs to Highlight Partnerships That Accelerate Change to Always Keep Girls in School at NGO Committee on the Status of Women, NY
Successful interventions that lead to sustainable, scalable impact on girls' education often result from multi-organization partnerships. Representatives from Asante Africa Foundation, Small Projects Foundation & P&G will lead a discussion of the case study of P&G’s support for Always Keeping Girls in School through Asante Africa Foundation’s Wezesha Vijana Project in rural Kenya & Tanzania & Small Projects Foundation’s nation-wide Protecting Futures and Bright Futures Program in S. Africa. - March 11, 2015 - Asante Africa Foundation
American Diabetes Association Alert Day—A Prediabetes Wake Up Call
The Gateway Family YMCA encourages its residents to understand their risks of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. - March 10, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
20th Annual SHO Renewal Urban Gala to Benefit Programs at SafeHouse Outreach
SafeHouse Outreach hosts their 20th Annual SHO Urban Gala on Friday, March 27 at 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Georgia Aquarium, featuring dinner by Wolfgang Puck, a silent auction, dancing and special programs. The evening’s theme will be SHO Renewal. During the cocktail hour, 5:00 p.m. to... - March 10, 2015 - SafeHouse Outreach
Irish Cultural Evening to Select Young Female Ambassador to Represent North Carolina in Ireland at International Event
On March 21, the North Carolina Rose Centre will present the North Carolina Rose of Tralee Selection, and evening of Irish music and culture promoting the global Irish community. One dynamic young Irish-American woman will be chosen out of 10 eligible candidates from across the state to represent North Carolina in the Rose of Tralee, one of Ireland's longest running cultural festivals. - March 09, 2015 - North Carolina Rose Centre
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation Presents a Night at the Carribean
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation is proud to announce its 3rd Annual Gala Fundraising Event. The event will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 8:00pm-12:00am at Elements Eatery & Mixology (formerly The Tides Restaurant & Lounge), located at 46580 Expedition Dr., Lexington Park, MD... - March 09, 2015 - The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation
TAVA Adds Experienced Veterans to Board
In mid February 2015, the Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA) brought two highly experienced, patriotic veterans to their board; enhancing their outreach and mission of serving America’s transgender veterans and advocating for their benefits and for the honor, duty, and right to... - March 08, 2015 - TAVA
Local Dog Rescue Group Needs Help Raising Funds for Dental Costs of Three Dogs
Coming Home Rescue's goal is to provide exceptional care for every dog before being adopted and costs can add up quickly. The work was done immediately and the combined total for these procedures was $1,000.00. The all-volunteer-based dog rescue is seeking help from the community to help pay for her dental work. - March 08, 2015 - Coming Home Rescue
Rescue Chocolate Reissues Easter Babies and Bunnies
Dogs and cats join the rabbits in the Easter spotlight as Rescue Chocolate reissues two popular gifts items whose profits are donated to animal rescue organizations. One product, the Make Mine Chocolate bunny, gets its name from a House Rabbit Society initiative to warn parents away from giving... - March 08, 2015 - Rescue Chocolate
Get Motivated for Spring - Register for NJ Walks for TS at Princeton 5K
Aside from "good exercise" the event supports NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome - March 08, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Somerset County Teen Invites the Public to Advocate for Tourette Syndrome on March 29th
NJ Walks for TS needs public support to succeed in spreading acceptance of Tourette Syndrome. - March 08, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces Membership Engagement Director
Leonardo Gonzalez Joins The Gateway Family YMCA - Elizabeth Branch - March 07, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Church of Scientology Hosts Songwriters’ Night for St. Patrick’s Day
The Nashville Church of Scientology is planning a special celebration for St. Patrick’s Day with a songwriters’ night and other Irish-themed activities. - March 07, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
National Therapy Animal Day™ and Treats and Sweets Day™
Pet Partners, the national leader in demonstrating and promoting animal-assisted therapy, activities and education, announces the first annual National Therapy Animal Day to recognize exceptional therapy animal teams that provide visits to hospital patients, nursing home residents, schools, and other facilities. Treats and Sweets Day is the accompanying fundraising event; funds raised will support Pet Partners in training and registering thousands of pet therapy teams. - March 06, 2015 - Pet Partners
Exceptional Children’s Foundation Receives Grant from Variety The Children’s Charity Southern California
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from Variety The Children’s Charity of Southern California. This grant will provide early intervention services and family support services to young children with special needs in ECF’s Early Start... - March 06, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Church of Scientology Pleased to Host Artist Tony Rockliff for Seminar
The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville is pleased to announce that Tony Rockliff will be back in April for a seminar geared toward helping artists advance in their careers. - March 06, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch Announces Aquatic Director
Jaimie Hinshelwood Joins The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch - March 05, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Tickets Are Now on Sale for PURSEonality
Event raises funds for Dress for Success SW Florida and Blessings in a Backpack. - March 05, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
New $2.5 Million Grant from the Walmart Foundation Allows Dress for Success to Expand Career Development Services for Unemployed and Underemployed Women
Multiyear Partnership Aims to Directly Benefit More Than 5,000 Women throughout the United States and Pilot a Program Strategically Focused on the Ever-Growing Employment Opportunities in the Retail Industry - March 05, 2015 - Dress for Success Worldwide
Gasparilla Music Festival Rocks Locally, Acts Globally
Carbon offsets, composting and bike valet round out the sustainability initiatives that are making a measurable impact. - March 04, 2015 - Gasparilla Music Festival
Cash Prizes, Putting Contest and Free Lunch Provided by GCAA Spring Golf Tournament. Please Come Enjoy a Round of Golf and Support the Fundraising Efforts for GCHS.
The Griffin Christian Athletic Association has partnered with G.C.H.S. and Griffin First Assembly to host the 2nd Annual Golf Tournament at The Club @ Shoal Creek on Friday, March 27, 2015 from 8:30 am until 3:00 pm. The proceeds from this event will be donated to the Athletic Building Fund for Griffin Christian High School. - March 04, 2015 - Griffin Christian Athletic Association
Hundreds of Original Quilts at Dallas Quilt Show at Market Hall March 13-15
Quilter's Guild of Dallas presents its annual Quilt Show at Dallas Market Hall, March 13-15, featuring 400 judged quilt entries, 3 special exhibits, guest lectures, and 130 vendors. The theme for the show is "Funny Quilts." - March 04, 2015 - Quilters Guild of Dallas
The Society of Foreign Consuls in New York Hosts Annual Award Ceremony on March 6, 2015 in New York City
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, 20 women from different countries will be recognized by The Society of Foreign Consuls in New York City. This year the annual event is hosted by Consulate General of Slovakia in New York. - March 04, 2015 - Blue Horizon International
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from Bank of America Charitable Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. This generous grant will provide support for general operating activities with a focus on supported employment, ECF’s career placement services program... - March 04, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from Disability Communications Fund
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Disability Communications Fund. This generous grant will provide interactive whiteboards in ECF Kayne Eras School classrooms. “ECF is grateful for the support from the Disability Communications... - March 04, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Church of Scientology Hosts Art Gilliam Book Signing for Black History Month
Art Gilliam shared his experience of growing up in the Deep South during the 1950s in his new book "One America," and this past weekend discussed some of these themes at a book signing. - March 04, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
No Cost Events Scheduled All Day During Bookfair Fundraiser at Barnes & Noble (Bookstar) in Point Loma
A full day of no cost events is scheduled for the San Diego Writers, Ink’s (SDWI) fundraiser at the Barnes & Noble’s Point Loma Bookstar location on Saturday, March 7. Starting at 11 a.m. hear about the Junipero Serra controversy by author Jim Downs of the recently published The... - March 04, 2015 - San Diego Writers, Ink
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation Presents the ALL for Alzheimer’s Wine Tasting Event
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation, in partnership with the Port of Leonardtown Winery, is proud to host an All for Alzheimer’s Wine Tasting Event. This event will be held on Friday, March 13, 2015 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Port of Leonardtown Winery, 23190 Newtowne Neck Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650 - March 03, 2015 - The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation
RSI Bank Partners with The Gateway Family YMCA
RSI Bank provides funding for YMCA programs in Rahway. - March 03, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
American Cold War Veterans 2015 Convention
The American Cold War Veterans will hold their annual Convention Apr. 30-May 1, 2015, Washington, DC. - March 03, 2015 - American Cold War Veterans
NJ All-Star Pro Wrestling Event to Donate 100% of Proceeds to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (4/17/15)
CTW Charity Wrestling will present its debut event, “Fight Cystic Fibrosis”, live from the Days Inn Bridgewater on Friday, April 17th , 2015. 100% of the proceeds from the pro wrestling show will go directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through its Greater New Jersey Chapter. Doors... - March 01, 2015 - CTW Charity Wrestling
Eastern National Announces Third Book in Civil War Series, "Asians and Pacific Islanders and the Civil War"
Eastern National is pleased to announce the release of a new publication, "Asians and Pacific Islanders and the Civil War: Official National Park Service Handbook." The book is the third book in a series of official National Park Service Handbooks that profile the contributions of ethnic... - March 01, 2015 - Eastern National
Report Showing Use of IUDs and Implants Increased Nearly Fivefold Over the Last Decade
CDC Data Reflects Trend in Planned Parenthood Patients - February 28, 2015 - Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic
DancEnlight Presents “Lines Beyond Form”
DancEnlight, a professional not for profit modern dance company, is proud to present the 2015 world premiere of "Lines Beyond Form" in the Hartford, CT area. Paul Klee’s metaphor, “A line is a dot that went for a walk” provides fuel for an artistic journey that tantalizes the imagination and challenges the limits of movement. - February 28, 2015 - Connecticut Concert Ballet
The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch Receives Donation
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway presents donation to The Gateway Family YMCA. - February 27, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Open House
The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch is hosting an open house this week. - February 27, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Advancing Girls’ Education, Empowerment and Women’s Economic Prosperity - Asante Africa Foundation to Host Thought Leaders on Both Coasts
Asante Africa Foundation is excited to announce two panels discussing Girls’ Education, Empowerment and Prosperity, which will be held in the Bay Area (March 3) and New York City (March 8) in honor of International Women’s Day. - February 27, 2015 - Asante Africa Foundation
HSU Adds $3,000 Reward to Dog, Cow Killings
Additional reward for information leading to arrest in Iron County investigation - February 27, 2015 - Humane Society of Utah
Advanced Dental Arts Continues Bronze Sponsorship of NJ Walks for TS at Princeton
Kowalski family dentist, Dr. Joseph Haddad, supports the NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome. - February 26, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome