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Life in the Arts 2014 Featuring Dressler Smith and Area Art Students at the Union League of Philadelphia on October 18th Precedes the 8th World Meeting of Families 2015
According to Dr. Pamela Ellis, president of Books Motivate Foundation and official event organizer, “Things are working as planned due to the tremendous support of Philadelphia for students and creative expressions, which connect families and businesses in America and the international... - August 21, 2014 - Books Motivate Foundation, Inc.
Kratos Defense and Young's Market 2014 Hire A Patriot's “Above and Beyond the Call of Duty” Award Recipients
Announcement of 2014 Hire A Patriot's “Above and Beyond the Call of Duty” Award Recipients. - August 21, 2014 - Hire A Patriot
Drug-Free South Says, “Say No to Drugs”
The Drug-Free South community organization will reach out to the Hispanic Community at the upcoming El Protector Festival. - August 21, 2014 - Drug Free South
Riders Raise $87,000 for PBTF in Massachusetts, Missouri
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in Massachusetts and Missouri raised more than $87,400 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Aug. 17. More than 350 riders attended the events in Framingham, Mass., and St. Louis, Mo., to honor our Stars, local children with brain tumors: Ashleigh, Brian,... - August 20, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Church of Scientology Participates in ArtOber with Art Displays in Its Public Information Center
Church of Scientology is preparing to set up art displays during October in honor of the Metro Arts Commission Artober festival. - August 20, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Teenagers Learn About Computing and Microelectronics with the Smallpeice Trust
From 28th July to 1st August, forty-eight budding engineers from across the UK attended a Computing and Microelectronics residential course hosted by Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) at the University of Southampton. Sponsored by ARM and organised by The Smallpeice Trust, the course provided... - August 20, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Partners for the Community at The Gateway Family YMCA
Joann Rajoppi, Union County Clerk, Presents Donation to The Gateway Family YMCA’s Annual Support Campaign - August 19, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Broadway and Television Stars Chat for Charity
Chat 4 Charity introduces a unique and exciting way to connect fans with their favorite celebrities through Live chat while contributing to various charities at the same time! - August 18, 2014 - Chat 4 Charity
Academy Sets to Empower League of Extraordinary Youth
First Tim Howard NJCTS Leadership Academy succeeds. - August 18, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Tim Howard New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Leadership Academy Celebrates the First Class
Teens trained in self-empowerment and resilience. - August 18, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The Gateway Family YMCA - Five Points Branch Announces School Age Child Care and Camp Director
The Gateway Family YMCA – Five Points Branch welcomes Laura Margeotes, School Age Child Care and Camp Director - August 16, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Norwalk Seaport Association 2014 Golf Classic
The Norwalk Seaport Association will hold a golf tournament on the Main Course at the Silvermine Golf Club in Norwalk, CT on Monday, October 6, 2014. Registration and check in will start at 11am. Lunch will be served from 11:30 until 12:45pm. Shot gun start at 1pm. Lunch and dinner will be served... - August 16, 2014 - Norwalk Seaport Association
6th Annual Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research, and Services on Sept. 27th at Richmond International Raceway
The Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks will be September 27, 2014 at the Richmond International Raceway. More information on this year's Walk is available at: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/richmond. - August 16, 2014 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County: Looking for Lunch Buddies
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) is seeking Lunch Buddies to become school-based mentors to youth in the Ventura and Oxnard areas for the 2014-2015 school year. - August 15, 2014 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County
New Inclusive, Experiential Social Skills Therapy Programs for Children with Autism
The first social skills therapy facility of its kind in Sandy Springs is offering new innovative Enrichment Preschool options for children with developmental and sensory delays, including children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as typically developing children. - August 15, 2014 - Learning on the Log
Friends of Karen Sends Kids Back to School with Smiles
Friends of Karen, a charity that provides vital, practical and comprehensive support to families caring for a child battling cancer or another life-threatening illness, needs help filling backpacks for 800 children with school supplies and a $25 gift card to get something new to wear to start the school year. - August 15, 2014 - Friends of Karen
Bitcoins the New Hope for Small Charities as Bitcoin-a-Thon for A Slice of Hope Kicks Off
On Monday, August 18th, 2014 at Satoshi Square, non-profit organization A Slice Of Hope will celebrate their commencement of digital currency donations during their very first “Bitcoin-A-Thon for Hope.” “Bitcoins are a mystery for most charities,” said Obaid Kadwani,... - August 15, 2014 - A Slice Of Hope
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces Senior Director of Child Development
The Gateway Family YMCA promotes Lisa Yanez to Senior Director of Child Development. - August 14, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Diane Sillan Isaacs Joins The League of Adventurous Women ®
Diane Sillan Isaacs joins Advisory Board of The League of Adventurous Women, a new national women's adventure organization. - August 14, 2014 - The League of Adventurous Women, Inc.
Church of Scientology Hosts Regi Wooten’s Upcoming Seminar on Becoming a Full-Time Musician
In April this year, the Church of Scientology hosted the oldest of the Wooten Brothers, Regi, for a seminar about his approach to delivering a great performance. Now he returns for part two. - August 14, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
IJIS Institute Board and Committee Leadership Changes
Elected and appointed IT industry leaders will help guide the IJIS Institute and its programs - August 14, 2014 - IJIS Institute
June Hunt Has Agreed to Join Hands with the Liberty Quest Foundation to Add Support to the Streaming Faith Initiative
Liberty Quest Foundation is happy to announce the new association with Hope For The Heart ministry of June Hunt. This partnership will help enhance the Streaming Faith Initiative which is seeking to bring free religious programs to those incarcerated in the Federal BOP. - August 13, 2014 - Liberty Quest Foundation Ltd
Mary Davis Recently Honored in the Field of Environmental Education. Who Better to Teach About Sharing Nature with Children at Sheldrake Environmental Center?
This fall, recently honored Mary Davis will start teaching Sheldrake's Volunteer Environmental Education Training Program. - August 13, 2014 - Sheldrake Environmental Center
"Ten Ways to a Great School Year" on August 13th
NJCTS Wednesday Webinar series continues with tips for a smooth transition from summer. - August 13, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The Gateway Family YMCA - Five Points Branch Announces Membership Engagement Director
The Gateway Family YMCA – Five Points Branch welcomes Ariel Lev, Membership Engagement Director. - August 13, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Taking Africa from Summit to Success - Leadership & Entrepreneurship Incubator Builds on Momentum of the US-Africa Leaders Summit
As the US-Africa Leaders Summit comes to a close, attention turns to implementing initiatives that can catalyze the vast potential in African economies. Asante Africa Foundation’s Leadership & Entrepreneurship Incubator (LEI) is in its 4th year of doing just that, and has just released an E-book highlighting the program’s unique approach to preparing youth with 21st century employment skills. - August 12, 2014 - Asante Africa Foundation
OpenTravel Alliance Announces Its 2014 Advisory Forum Conference to be Held September 22-23
The not-for-profit trade organization will hold its 2014 Advisory Forum at The Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. - August 11, 2014 - OpenTravel Alliance
Standardbred Retirement Foundation, Inc. in New Jersey 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 Standardbred Retirement Foundation (SRF), August 5, 2014. Verification means that SRF meets the criteria of a... - August 10, 2014 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
YMCA to Invest in New Equipment to Reduce Potential Concussions
On the cusp of the Fall youth sports season, and in step with the constant effort to minimize concussions in football, the YMCA of Austin is investing in significant improvements to provide increased safety in all of its flag football programs. RockSolid RS1 Soft Shell Head Guards will be used at... - August 10, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
LPAG's Online Auction of Customized License Plates Launches August 21, Proceeds Benefit Coloradans with Disabilities
Ever wanted a customized vanity plate? From BRONCO to 5280, a local group is auctioning personalized plates for a good cause. License Plate Auction Group (LPAG) will auction four custom license plate registration numbers at a live event on August 21 at 6pm, and will continue the bidding online. Proceeds will help persons with disabilities gain access to SSI, SSDI and Medicaid Long Term Care (MLTC) benefits. - August 09, 2014 - License Plate Auction Group
Achieve Sobriety: The First Website Where You Can Watch Videos of People Sharing About How They Achieved Sobriety
Achieve Sobriety is the first place online where you can watch videos of people sharing their stories about how they have achieved sobriety and what their lives are like sober. - August 09, 2014 - Achieve Sobriety
Drug-Free South Wants Every Night to Be a Night Out Against Crimes
Drug-Free South participated in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs booklets. - August 09, 2014 - Drug Free South
Church of Scientology Hosts Sunday Tea for Grandparent’s Day
The Nashville Church of Scientology will be hosting a special Sunday Tea in honor of Grandparents’ Day. - August 09, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Church of Scientology Hosts Practical Seminar for Musicians This Fall
The Church of Scientology announced this week that it is hosting a seminar to help aspiring musicians on October 4, 2014. - August 09, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Bible Gets Digital Makeover for Kids
Bible App for Kids now available in Spanish. - August 09, 2014 - OneHope
Fresh Thinking: Growing, Eating, Living Classes at 21 Acres
Think Fresh and plan to learn new skills or expand your current knowledge. 21 Acres is gearing up with a variety of affordable, educational offerings. Cooking, canning, composting and more. - August 08, 2014 - 21 Acres
Aspiring Students Dig Out Mining Careers with Help from the Smallpeice Trust
From 28th to 31st July, nineteen aspiring young engineers from across the UK enjoyed a unique learning experience at the University of Exeter’s Tremough Campus, near Penryn. Sponsored by the Camborne School of Mines Trust, the group of 15 to 17 year olds spent four days at the... - August 08, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students on Course for Career in Structural Engineering Thanks to the Smallpeice Trust
From 28th to 31st July, forty-nine aspiring young engineers from across the UK were given a unique insight into what is involved in the design and construction of a structure. Organised by educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust and sponsored by Coventry University and the Institution of... - August 08, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Kansas City, HappyBottoms.org Big $500 Winner from Woody's Automotive Group's Monthly Facebook Charity Contest
Woody's is honored to congratulate HappyBottoms.org for receiving enough Facebook votes to win the charity of the month contest sponsored by Woody's Automotive Group with locations in Kansas City, KS and Chillicothe, MO. - August 07, 2014 - Woody's Automotive Group
True Blood Star Teams Up with Central Florida Foundation to Take a Bite Out of Childhood Cancer
Mariana Klaveno, who played Lorena on HBO's hit series True Blood, is teaming up with the Be Brave Foundation to take a bite out of the financial hardships caused by Childhood Cancer. For every $5 you donate below, you will be entered in a drawing to win a signed script from Mariana from True... - August 07, 2014 - Be Brave Foundation
Missouri Research Consortium Receives $20 Million Grant from National Science Foundation to Study Impacts of Climate Variability
The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is part of a state-wide collaborative research project that was awarded a five year, $20 million grant by the NSF. - August 07, 2014 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Social Media and Music Team Up to Help Youth
Social network, My Broken Palace, has teamed up with rock powerhouse Nine Lashes to generate brand awareness. - August 07, 2014 - My Broken Palace
Enable America Partners with DirectEmployers to Improve Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities
Enable America, the nation’s first nonprofit solely committed to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, has joined forces with DirectEmployers Association in launching a dynamic and searchable online job portal: EnableAmerica.jobs. This online employment search tool... - August 07, 2014 - Enable America
Paul Barger Elected to Friends of Karen Board of Directors
Paul Barger, an attorney whose practice focuses on children with special needs, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Friends of Karen, a children's charity. - August 07, 2014 - Friends of Karen
Drug-Free South Spreads Message in East Nashville
Saturday, August 2, was a beautiful, warm day to be in the community. In East Nashville, Drug-Free South participated in a Community Day to spread the Truth About Drugs. - August 07, 2014 - Drug Free South
Quarterly "Checkup" Analyzes Child Protection Reform in Los Angeles
Fostering Media Connections, a San Francisco-based nonprofit journalism organization and publisher of the news website, The Chronicle of Social Change, released its first quarterly “checkup” analyzing the developmental health of Los Angeles County’s child protection reform... - August 07, 2014 - Fostering Media Connections
Motorcyclists in Three States Ride for Kids with Brain Tumors
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in New York, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin raised more than $157,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Aug. 3. More than 500 riders attended the events in Central Valley, N.Y., Cranberry Township, Pa., and Middleton, Wis., to honor our Stars, local children with... - August 07, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Smallpeice Trust Helps Youngsters Set Sail for a Career in Nuclear Marine Engineering
From 21st to 24th July, leading engineering support services company, Babcock, the Defence Academy and the Royal Navy recently teamed up with educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust to offer fifty students from across the UK the chance to gain an insight into nuclear marine engineering. The... - August 06, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
At Sheldrake, Summer Isn't Over Yet and Fall is Already Planned
What to do this year in late summer and fall. - August 06, 2014 - Sheldrake Environmental Center
Students Set Sail with the Smallpeice Trust for a Career in Naval Architecture
From 28th to 31st July, forty aspiring young engineers enjoyed a unique learning experience at Plymouth University. The group of 15 to 17 year old students spent four days discovering what is involved in the creation and maintenance of many different types of ships including aircraft carriers,... - August 06, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust