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NJ Walks for Tourette Syndrome at Mendham a Success: Event Will Continue Online Through December 15th
The 5th annual walk is raising funds for the NJCTS Education Outreach Program. - November 21, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Kids Need to Read Proud to Partner with Barnes & Noble for Holiday Book Drive
Kids Need to Read (KNTR) is the privileged beneficiary of the annual Holiday Book Drives at two Barnes & Noble locations: Desert Ridge and Chandler Mall. The Holiday Book Drive is the bookseller’s annual program where customers can purchase books to donate to each store’s chosen cause. - November 21, 2014 - Kids Need to Read
BizWorld.org Expands Internationally to Three Additional Countries
BizWorld.org programs now available in Denmark, Mexico and the United Kingdom. - November 21, 2014 - BizWorld.org
Legendary Animal Welfare Activist Asks Animal Lovers for Their Stories to be Included in Upcoming Book on Pet Life After Death
Iconic animal rescuer Leo Grillo has begun compiling a collection of stories, some of them his own, for the upcoming "Rainbow Bridge Is Real!" book and he is searching for people who would like their beloved pet to be included. Grillo is the founder and long time head of D.E.L.T.A. - November 20, 2014 - D.E.L.T.A. Rescue
New Jersey Chapter Chapter of Autism Speaks Awards Grants to Support Local Organizations
141 Service Providers Granted Funding for Programs Across the Country. - November 20, 2014 - Autism Speaks, New Jersey Chapter
Coming Home Rescue Will Hold a Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast at AppleBee’s® to Benefit Homeless Dogs and Santa Will Attend
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, will host a Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast at Applebee’s®, 435 Route 46 East, Dover, NJ, on Sunday, December 7, 2014, from 8am-10am to help raise funds to continue to save homeless animals. The cost is $10 per adult and $6... - November 20, 2014 - Coming Home Rescue
Creative Chatter Broadens the National #GivingTuesday Movement to Include In-Kind Donations
While #GivingTuesday channels the holiday spending mindset, many families in America want to give but simply cannot. Creative Chatter, a software start-up is utilizing technology to broaden #GivingTuesday to incorporate Americans from all economic backgrounds with the thing they know best: in-kind donations. - November 20, 2014 - Creative Chatter
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, MU to Hire Four Joint Researchers
Collaboration will strengthen plant and crop research, provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. - November 20, 2014 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Community Foundation for Livingston County Partners with Leadership Livingston to Promote Civic Leadership
$20,000 Awarded to Citizen-Driven Projects to Improve Community. - November 19, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Chinese Community Church of South Bay Hosts Operation Christmas Child in the Torrance Area
The Children’s Program and the Youth Group program of the Chinese Community Church of South Bay supported its annual Operation Christmas Child event to deliver shoe boxes filled with gifts of love to children all around the world. - November 18, 2014 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
New Chocolate Bars Are Low Glycemic and Benefit Animal Rescues
Three new chocolate bars have recently been introduced by Rescue Chocolate, the 4-year-old B Corporation which donates all profits to animal rescue organizations. - November 18, 2014 - Rescue Chocolate
Namaskaar Foundation – World on Stage Hosts First Online Charity Auction November 15–22, 2015
In an effort to raise the funding necessary to strengthen foundation programming, the Namaskaar Foundation – World on Stage announces their first online Charity Auction, hosted by eBay Giving Works. The online auction begins November 15 at 4 p.m. and will end November 22 at 4 p.m., on the... - November 17, 2014 - Namaskaar Foundation
Beads of Courage™ Joins National #GivingTuesday Movement to Encourage Spending with a Purpose
Beads of Courage, Inc., a nonprofit organization supporting children with serious illness, has joined #GivingTuesday, a first of its kind effort to transform how people think about, talk about and participate in the giving season. Taking place on December 2, 2014 – the Tuesday after... - November 16, 2014 - Beads of Courage, Inc.
Successful "Mind Your Business" Initiative at Stayokay Maastricht and New Expansion Plans Abroad
“Stop dreaming. Start acting. Mind Your Business.” A new international initiative from a young foundation now boosts entrepreneurial spirit in the Netherlands, after having some information sessions in Maastricht. - November 15, 2014 - Smile to the Future
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Opens Art Exhibit by Stephen Hackley
Artwork by Stephen Hackley is now on display at the Nashville Church of Scientology. - November 14, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
John Paul DeJoria Pledges $100K to Dream Foundation to Serve the Final Dreams of U.S. Military Veterans
The co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems and The Patrón Spirits Company presents Dream Foundation with $100,000 commitment at 20th Anniversary Celebration of Dreams Gala. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Dream Foundation Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary by Honoring Strength and Spirit of 20,000 Dream Recipients
Distinguished guests, dream recipients and celebrities from around the country came together to raise vital funds to benefit end-of-life dreams. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Foster Youth Learn Advocacy Skills & Build Community at Leaders for Change Conference
Foster Youth in Action, a San Francisco-based nonprofit organization dedicated to foster youth advocacy, held its third annual youth leadership conference, Leaders for Change, November 6 – 10, 2014 in Oakland, Calif. - November 14, 2014 - Fostering Media Connections
Virginia Horse Rescue Presented with Global Award for Sanctuary Excellence
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) presented the sixth Carole Noon Award for Sanctuary Excellence an during an open house at White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue Saturday on November 8. Many supporters were in attendance in support of the award presentation and to visit the rescued... - November 13, 2014 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Clubhouse International Presents First-Ever USA National Clubhouse Conference
Clubhouse International, a non-profit organization coordinating a global network of Clubhouse Communities for people living with mental illness, today opened the very first USA National Clubhouse Conference, which is being held on Nov. 12-14, 2014 in Silver Spring, Maryland. Over 260 participants from approximately 100 Clubhouses from across America are expected to attend the conference, which focuses on how to create a national voice for the Clubhouse model of recovery from mental illness. - November 12, 2014 - Clubhouse International
Drug-Free South Distributes Booklets at Stand at the Cross
Drug-Free South joined the Stand in the Gap Coalition on Saturday for its event “Stand at the Cross.” - November 12, 2014 - Drug Free South
Drug-Free South Raising Student Awareness
To protect youth from the disastrous effects of abusing drugs, the Drug-Free South team is bringing the truth directly to Tennessee students. - November 12, 2014 - Drug Free South
Coming Home Rescue Raffles an iPad Air to Help Save More Dogs
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, is raffling a 16GB WiFi iPad Air (retail value $499) to help save more dogs. All monies raised will go towards medication, spaying and neutering and supplies to care for homeless dogs the group rescues. Raffle tickets are $5.00 each... - November 12, 2014 - Coming Home Rescue
Mighty Oaks Warrior Program Supporting U.S. Military and Their Families All Across the Globe
Sarah Palin keynotes MOWP 4th annual fundraiser hosted by WoodsEdge Community Church in The Woodlands, Texas. - November 11, 2014 - Mighty Oaks Warrior Program
Food Bank of South Jersey Launches Hope Mobile Pantry for Veterans
Veterans in need of a helping hand will soon have it consistently from the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ). The largest source of emergency food assistance in South Jersey, FBSJ is adding the Army National Guard Armory in Cherry Hill, NJ to the list of sites that it will service regularly with its... - November 10, 2014 - Food Bank of South Jersey
A Dutch NGO Offers a Unique Opportunity to the Young to Volunteer Abroad
Smile to the Future organizes new humanitarian trips to Africa in 2014. - November 10, 2014 - Smile to the Future
Family Central to Host First Annual Step Forward for Kids 5K Walk to Benefit South Florida Families
Family Central, Inc. is hosting its first 5K walk fundraiser to benefit disadvantaged families in South Florida. A Royal Caribbean cruise and Miami Dolphins tickets are among top prizes. - November 08, 2014 - Family Central, Inc.
Day One of NAFA's 2014 International Fleet Academy Exceeds Expectations
The global fleet event continues to impress and educate on the complexities of running international fleets. - November 08, 2014 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The Fencing Center is on the Move - New Location at 1290 S 1st Street, San Jose
San Jose's oldest and most prestigious fencing club is quadrupling in size and moving back to First Street just south of downtown. The new location is a former furniture store's 15,400 square feet at 1290 S. First Street. Grand opening party Nov 8, 2014 (10 am to 3 pm). All are invited. - November 07, 2014 - The Fencing Center
Coming Home Rescue to Hold 5th Annual Wreath, Ornament and Grave Blanket Fundraiser to Benefit Homeless Dogs
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, will hold its fifth annual Holiday Wreath & Ornament Fundraiser through November 22, 2014. New this year is a limited quantity of Grave Blankets. - November 06, 2014 - Coming Home Rescue
KOSBE Announces 2014 KOSBE Impact Award Nominees
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced three nominees for the 20th Annual KOSBE Impact Award. At a special recognition event on Thursday, December 11th, from 6 to 9 PM, at The Club at Ridgefield’s in Kingsport, Tennessee, the winner... - November 06, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Names 2014 NJ Walks for TS at Mendham Youth Co-Chairs
The 5th annual 5K walk and family fun run is November 15th - November 04, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Mentors Expose At-Risk Teens to Positive, Historic Experiences
On October 12th, the M.A.N. Program (which stands for “mentoring and nurturing”) of Buffalo, NY brought a group of at-risk high school students to an historic NFL game. Four chaperones shuttled sixteen Bennett High students to the Ralph Wilson Stadium to watch the Buffalo Bills take on... - November 04, 2014 - The M.A.N. Program
Failing at Fatherhood: a Book for the Imperfect Father to be Released by Trinity Grace Press in November
Trinity Grace Press is proud to announce the forthcoming release in paperback and as an ebook for the Amazon Kindle, the Apple iBookstore, and the Barnes & Noble Nook, of Failing at Fatherhood: a book for the imperfect father by Jack Barr of King, North Carolina. The release is scheduled for November 10th. - November 03, 2014 - If They Had A Voice
Dream Foundation’s 20th Anniversary Gala and Auction Will Raise Vital Funds to Benefit End-of-Life Dreams
Distinguished guests and foundation friends will include honoree, John Paul DeJoria, performers, Bill Medley, KT Tunstal, and David Ryan Harris and live auctioneer, Andrew Firestone. - November 03, 2014 - Dream Foundation
England Retained the World’s Most Positive Country Title
England is crowned as the world’s most positive country for 2014, according to the annual global index published by Daily Positive (D+), an exclusive online media from Australia for positive news. In the fourth year of the award series, England topped the list of the world’s most positive countries for second year in a row. - November 03, 2014 - Daily Positive (D+)
Write a Novel in November with San Diego Writers, Ink’s Help
If writing a novel is on your wish list, get started November 1st and complete a book by the end of the month. The goal when signing up for NaNoWriMo, short for National Novel Writing Month, is to complete a 50,000 word novel by November 30. Although San Diego Writers, Ink is not affiliated with... - October 30, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
KOSBE Hosts Wellmont Community Conversation Series: Business Impacts of Ebola
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host “Wellmont Community Conversation Series: Business Impacts of Ebola” on Thursday, October 30 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The event is presented by Wellmont Health System and... - October 30, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Michael Cole Named NAFA's Vice President for Canada
Ontario Chapter Chair will also become Northern Region Trustee. - October 29, 2014 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Exceptional Children's Foundation Launches New Website
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF), a 2014 Top-Rated Nonprofit, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website (www.ECF.net). ECF has been improving the lives of children and adults with special needs since 1946. ECF’s new website clarifies ECF’s niche as a provider of... - October 29, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Mississippi, Texas motorcyclists Raise $62,000 for the PBTF
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in Mississippi and Texas raised more than $62,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Oct. 26. More than 400 riders attended the events to honor the Stars, local children with brain tumors: Caiden, Caitlyn Bree, Chris, Heaven, Jocelyn, Katelyn, Katie, Mackenzi,... - October 29, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Webinar Tackles Mental Health Stigma and Search for Services in the African American Community
The next NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Wednesday Webinar is October 29th. - October 26, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Asante Africa Foundation Launches Thought Leadership: Series First of Its Kind Event Brings Together Diverse Audiences Focused on Success in Africa
Asante Africa Foundation has announced that the inaugural event of its Thought Leadership Series, "The Intersection of Sustainable Investment and Philanthropy in Africa," will take place on November 13, 2014, hosted by SAP in Palo Alto, CA. This first event of a series is aimed at... - October 25, 2014 - Asante Africa Foundation
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Arkansas is Verified by Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, on October 16, 2014. Verification means that... - October 25, 2014 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Family-Friendly Raleigh LUNGe Forward 5K Raises Funds for Research, Education & Awareness for Lung Cancer
The Raleigh LUNGe Forward 5K Run, Walk & Rally will take place on Saturday, November 1 at North Hills Midtown Park and is presented by Duke Raleigh Cancer Center. This will be the 8th year this race has been held, forwarding the goal of providing a network of hope and action for all those... - October 25, 2014 - Lung Cancer Initiative of NC
Drug-Free South Wants You to Wear the Red Ribbon
To protect youth from the disastrous effects of abusing drugs, the Drug-Free South team is bringing the truth directly to students and the community in honor of Red Ribbon Week. - October 25, 2014 - Drug Free South
Friends of Karen Brings Gifts (and Smiles) to Sick Children
Help deliver the holiday spirit to those who need it most by fulfilling a child's wish list. - October 24, 2014 - Friends of Karen
WDHA FM Joins Center for Tourette Syndrome's NJ Walks for TS at Mendham
The 5th annual advocacy walk is November 15th. - October 24, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Sunday Assembly Presents: the Science of Mindfulness
Can meditation change the way your brain works, reducing stress and anxiety? What is really happening inside your head when you are mindful? Join Sunday Assembly San Diego on October 26 for a fascinating exploration of these questions and more with David Hubbard, M.D. whose research using... - October 23, 2014 - Sunday Assembly San Diego
Interact Art Museum of Atlanta is Coming Up with Its First Ever Unique Pop Up Exhibition of the Newly Defined Genre of Interact-Art with Built-in Photo Opportunity
Locally owned Interact Art Museum (IAM) – Atlanta announced today that it will be holding its first ever pop-up exhibit titled “Beyond the Obvious” on October 25th – November 2nd at 482 Edgewood Ave. Halloween-themed art that lends itself to human interaction will allow... - October 23, 2014 - Interact Art Museum LLC