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Rescue Chocolate Becomes B Certified Corporation
A chocolate company with ties to animal rescues recently received B Corporation certification. Rescue Chocolate announced the award yesterday. The company is based in Brooklyn, New York, and was founded in January 2010. B Corporations are relatively new. While they are for-profit companies, they... - July 03, 2014 - Rescue Chocolate
Yankees Legend Mariano Rivera Lights Up Friends of Karen Gala
Friends of Karen, a children’s charity, had one of its most successful events ever with its June 14 gala “An Evening in Venice” benefit, raising $370,000 to help hundreds of children battling cancer or another life-threatening illness in the New York Tri-State Area. Yankees legend Mariano Rivera, who received its Humanitarian Award, ran a surprise auction that wowed the crowd. - July 02, 2014 - Friends of Karen
Area High School Students Participate in Prestigious YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs
Four Austin-area high school students traveled to Black Mountain, North Carolina this weekend to participate in the YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs (CONA.) The conference began on June 28, 2014 at the YMCA Blue Ridge Conference Center and will end on July 3, 2014. Addison Denslow, 17,... - July 02, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
Church of Scientology Hosts One of Many 4th of July Celebrations in Nashville
The Nashville Church of Scientology joins the celebration of Independence Day. - July 02, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Drug-Free South Aims Blow to Honky Tonk District in Nashville
The Tennessee chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World distributed information booklets in honor of United Nations Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in downtown Nashville. - July 02, 2014 - Drug Free South
NAFA Honors the Life of Edward Bobit, Founder of Bobit Business Media
NAFA Fleet Management Association bids farewell to Edward Bobit, Founder of Bobit Business Media, a legendary figure in the fleet information profession. - July 02, 2014 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Safe Ride to School Seeks Funds for Endangered Afghan Students
GreaterGood.org's progressive program provides school bus for girls attending school in Afghanistan. - July 01, 2014 - GreaterGood
Latest Investment from KIC InnoEnergy Into RVE.SOL Injects New Hope in the Fight to Solve Rural Poverty and Climate Change in Africa
Leading Technology Firm Backs Disruptive, Innovative Mini-Grid “KUDURA” from Social Entrepreneurship RVE.SOL; Provides Capital to Launch Integrated Clean Energy and Water Hubs in Africa - July 01, 2014 - RVE.SOL
YMCA Splash at The Gateway Family YMCA – Five Points Branch
The Gateway Family YMCA Teaches Kids How to be Safe around Water. - June 30, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Yayasan IAR Indonesia’s Primate Rehabilitation Centre Earns Accreditation from Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries and rescue/rehabilitation centers, is pleased to announce that Yayasan IAR Indonesia’s (YIARI) Primate Rehabilitation Centre in... - June 30, 2014 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Not-So-Serious Golf Outing Raises Over $60,000 to Prevent Child Abuse
11th Annual Tournament Rallies the Community Around Local Kids. - June 29, 2014 - Orange County Child Abuse Prevention Center
Riders Raised Awareness and Support for Affordable Housing at South Shore Habitat for Humanity's 8th Annual "Ride for Habitat"
Riders raised over $25,000 to deliver simple, affordable homes to those in need. - June 29, 2014 - South Shore Habitat for Humanity
Smallpeice Trust Electronics with Cyber Security Course Causes Buzz Amongst Teenagers
From 23rd - 26th June, teenagers from across the UK learned about electronics and cyber security from engineers from leading organisations such as GCHQ and QinetiQ at the University of Portsmouth. The course was sponsored by educational charirty the Smallpeice Trust. - June 29, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Enable America Teams with EDM Americas to Support US Military and Wounded Warriors
For the third consecutive year Enable America is helping support wounded warriors through partnership with EDM America’s 4USTroops Charity Golf Tournament, being held Monday June 30 at the Prestonwoood County Club in Cary, NC. “Service members and their families deserve our support,... - June 28, 2014 - Enable America
YMCA Offers Summer Food Program to Help Kids Get Their "Fill of Fun"
YMCA of Austin joins the national effort to serve 5 million meals to 150,000 kids and teens, through a partnership with the Walmart Foundation. - June 28, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
Concert Raises $50,000 to Benefit the Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled
The 17th Annual Alive in the World concert featuring acclaimed vocalist Kevin Mahogany raised $50,000 to benefit The Foundation for The Developmentally Disabled. The concert and auction event was presented by the Trust for the Advancement of Responsible Artists (TARA) and held at... - June 28, 2014 - Trust for the Advancement of Responsible Artists (TARA)
The Gateway Family YMCA Hosts Shaping Elizabeth Community Health Forum
Why Should Your Zip Code be a Predictor of Your Health? - June 27, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
YMCA Swim Instructor Receives RecognizeGood Legend Award
A YMCA of Austin swim instructor, Ed Myers, received a RecognizeGood Legend award for his continuous community service over the past 60 years. - June 27, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
YMCA Demonstrates Commitment to Transparency and Receives GuideStar Exchange Gold Participation Level
The YMCA of Austin receives GuideStar Exchange Gold Participation level, exhibiting their commitment to transparency. The YMCA of Austin is among the top 10,000 viewed organizations on GuideStar.com. Only 3,463 nonprofits hold this distinction. - June 26, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
Headwaters Relief Organization Announces Sixth Annual Run with Purpose 5K
Family-friendly, casual run benefits children and families recovering from natural disasters. - June 26, 2014 - Headwaters Relief Organization
Scientology Tools Applied to the Bike Racing World
Helping others in need is core to the Scientology religion. Read how a man found answers at the Church of Scientology to help him help others. - June 26, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
YMCA Receives Grant to Offer Free Nutrition Education Classes
On Saturday, June 21, 2014, the YMCA of Austin celebrated a $37,730 grant provided by the Walmart Foundation. The Y will offer The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® classes to 300 individuals in underserved Austin communities. A check presentation from the Walmart Foundation held at the North Austin Y included fun activities for all ages in the Community Garden. The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® classes will be held in Travis, Bastrop and Hays counties during the year. - June 25, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
The Gateway Family YMCA Staff Supports Annual Campaign with Over $38,000 in Donations
YMCA Staff Giving Leads the 2014 Annual Campaign - June 25, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Take a "Journey of the Heart" with Friends of Karen to Help Children with Cancer
Children's charity Friends of Karen hopes to raise $150,000 to help children with cancer or another life-threatening illness with their September "Journey of the Heart" bike tour in the New England countryside. Let a child be your inspiration. - June 25, 2014 - Friends of Karen
Atheist Baseball and All-Star Conference with the Minnesota Atheists
St. Paul Saints baseball team partners with the Minnesota Atheists and the Freedom from Religion Foundation for a night of Unbelievable Fun. Saints to drop the S and become the Aints for an evening in July. - June 23, 2014 - Minnesota Atheists
New President at Families of Slain Children Inc. (FOSCI) in Jacksonville, Florida
To raise public awareness, FOSCI will observe National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) in Jacksonville, Florida. FOSCI will be busy promoting victims’ rights and honoring crime victims and those who advocate on heir behalf. - June 23, 2014 - FOSCI
PeaceNow.com Inaugural Sold Out Event Introduced Three Pillars to Create Peace
On June 11, PeaceNow.com held Expressions of Peace, a sold-out event that took place in Santa Monica, CA and was attended by 300 people. This inspiring and entertaining evening combined film, art, music, dance and conversations about creating peace. It began with a screening of the celebrated short film for peace, “Admissions,” starring Academy Award® nominee James Cromwell, and ended with a live performance from international R&B/pop music star from Nigeria, Meaku. http://peacenow.com/ - June 22, 2014 - PeaceNow
IJIS Institute Working Group Tackles PREA Information Sharing Challenges
Actions will guide the development of the National PREA Data Standard. - June 22, 2014 - IJIS Institute
NOVA Pride Seeks Enthusiastic and Dedicated Volunteers
NOVA Pride is seeking volunteers to help prepare and execute the First Annual Northern Virginia Pride Festival. - June 22, 2014 - NOVA Pride
The Gateway Family YMCA Presents Family Yoga in the Park
Free Weekly Yoga Class in Bicentennial Park - June 21, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
JFCS to Highlight Operation Military Assistance Program Benefiting Veterans at Patriot Plaza Dedication
The public can visit nearly 30 organizations serving veterans at the Legacy Zone during the Patriot Plaza dedication June 28 at Sarasota National Cemetery. - June 21, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
The Way to Happiness Chapter Distributes Booklets to North Nashville
The Tennessee chapter of The Way to Happiness Foundation distributed booklets to neighborhoods in North Nashville this week. - June 21, 2014 - The Way to Happiness
IJIS Institute Releases White Paper on NIEM Version Migration
Joel Byford of Microsoft Justice and Public Safety Practice authors white paper on versioning and responding to changes in NIEM. - June 21, 2014 - IJIS Institute
Dennis Rodman Helps Friend with MS
Dennis Rodman is helping out a friend, Ray Sabbatini, raise money for Multiple Sclerosis. Ray Sabbatini sufferers from Multiple Sclerosis, a disease that effects about 2.5 million people worldwide, and reached out to his friend for help. He came up with the idea of having famed "artist of the stars" Bill Guido do a painting of Dennis Rodman and then had Dennis Rodman autograph it for charity. - June 21, 2014 - Multiple Sclerosis Extreme
DEA Awards the East Valley Young Marines the Enrique "Kiki" Camarena Award
On June 17, 2014 the East Valley Young Marine Unit was recognized by the Drug Enforcement Agency for their commitment to alcohol, tobacco and other drug and violence prevention, not just in their schools and neighborhoods but for the impact the have in the Cities of Mesa, Tempe, and surrounding... - June 20, 2014 - East Valley Young Marines
Northern VA Pride (NOVA Pride) is Proud to Announce the First Annual Northern Virginia Pride Festival
Northern VA Pride (NOVA Pride) is proud to announce the first annual Northern Virginia Pride Festival, presented by NOVA Pride, at the Bull Run Special Events Center in Centreville, Virginia on Saturday, October 4, 2014. The purpose of this festival is to celebrate the history, progress, and... - June 20, 2014 - NOVA Pride
Building Future Leaders Promote Health Awareness
The Gateway Family YMCA and the City of Elizabeth partner for National Public Health Week. - June 20, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Tri-County Humane Society Executive Director Appointed to National Board
Vicki Davis, Executive Director of Tri-County Humane Society in St. Cloud has accepted a nomination to the Board of Directors of the National Federation of Humane Societies. This group meets typically six times each year, most frequently via conference call with one in-person meeting each year in... - June 20, 2014 - Tri-County Humane Society
Southeastern Guide Dogs Was Named 2014 Overall Nonprofit of the Year By the Tampa Bay Business Journal
Every year The Tampa Bay Business Journal honors the best nonprofit organizations in Tampa Bay at their annual Nonprofit of the Year Award Luncheon. Southeastern Guide Dogs invests resources into breeding and training the best dogs. - June 20, 2014 - Southeastern Guide Dogs
Oxnard Auto Center Signs on as a Presenting Sponsor of the 7th Annual Santa to the Sea Half Marathon
Santa to the Sea announces that the Oxnard Auto Center has signed on to be a presenting sponsor for this year’s 7th Annual Half Marathon race on Dec. 14. This is the Auto Center’s first time sponsoring the event, and their participation includes holiday toy collections at 15 dealerships... - June 19, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
Breakout Charity The Chatman Women's Foundation Hosts PowHer Play Happy Hour
The Mix and Mingle networking event is hosted by PowHer Play 2014 on Thursday, June 26, 2014 from 6pm-9pm at Char Bar. PowHer Play is a corresponding event that takes place the following day, Friday, June 27th, at The Junior League of Houston. The purpose of Mix and Mingle is to encourage... - June 19, 2014 - The Chatman Women's Foundation
Church of Scientology Honored Father’s Day with Special Service
The Nashville Church of Scientology hosted a special Sunday Service in honor of Father’s Day this past weekend. - June 19, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Popular Restaurants and Musicians Come Together in Support of Oregon Children's Cancer Awareness Day
The Soulful Giving Foundation is orchestrating the hottest event in East County by bringing together: 4 incredible bands, 14 of Portland’s finest restaurants, Duck Pond wines, premium draft beers, refreshing cocktails, vendor shopping galore, champagne/jewelry raffle, amazing silent auction items, VIP Pdx limousine, free shuttle service from MHCC, and 2 music-filled “Soul Buses” transporting guests from Portland to Troutdale. - June 18, 2014 - Soulful Giving Foundation
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Unveils Plans for 2014 Road to Recovery Conference
October 5-8 event in San Diego will be transformative experience for wounded veterans. - June 18, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Valley Youth House Receives $20,000 Award from the Connelly Foundation
Valley Youth House is pleased to announce its selection to receive a two-year grant of $20,000 from the Connelly Foundation. This award will support general operations for the Philadelphia Independent Living Programs, which provide support for homeless youth ages 18-21 who have exited the foster care system. - June 18, 2014 - Valley Youth House
23rd CAUSE Leadership Academy Press Kickoff Luncheon: Cultivating the Next Generation of Civic Leaders and Diversifying Representation
Join uthem at the Leadership Academy Media Kickoff Luncheon, June 20th for an opportunity to interview this cohort of emerging civic leaders about the pressing issues of their generation and what drives them to public service. - June 17, 2014 - CAUSE Center for Asian Americans United for Self Empowerment
Cricket Returns to Long Island - Again the Third Annual Shelter Island Cricket Club Charity Match Will Take Place on July 26, 2014
On Saturday, July 26, 2014, the Shelter Island Cricket Club (SICC) will again play its annual cricket match to raise money for the Shelter Island Ambulance Corps. - June 16, 2014 - Shelter Island Cricket Club
Gbark to Build New Rescue Kennel
Greyhound Boarding & Retirement Kamp (GBARK) seeks to fund new kennel facility to house 25 dogs. - June 15, 2014 - GBARK
Announcement of Event - Mothers of Murdered Children - Get on the Bus in Oakland, CA Get Off the Bus in Washington DC
On June 15, 2014, a Caravan of Mothers whose children were lost to violence will leave from across the United States. The event is sponsored by the Inter Council For Mothers of Murdered Children, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The first bus will leave from Foothill Square, in Oakland, at... - June 15, 2014 - Inter Council for Mothers of Murdered Children
Love A Child, Inc. Partners with Sustainability Organizations to Promote Natural Resource Growth in Haiti
Haiti is known as the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. Nearly 80 percent of the country lives in extreme poverty. Consequently, Love A Child, based in Fort Myers, has announced several key sustainability partnerships to promote natural resource growth in Haiti. - June 15, 2014 - Love A Child, Inc.