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Free Wheelchair Mission Recognized as Top Orange County Nonprofit at 2014 OC Coast Magazine Community Awards
Free Wheelchair Mission takes home the honor of Top Orange County Nonprofit at second Coast Community Awards. - March 11, 2014 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Basketball Brings Teens Together at The Gateway Family YMCA
The first year as an association-wide team comes to a conclusion. - March 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Androklis Polymenis Donates 1 Million NXT to Alcor
Androklis Polymenis, a digital currency entrepreneur, has recently donated 1 million NXT coins to the Alcor Life Extension Foundation located in Scottsdale, Arizona. After Alcor converted the 1 million NXT coin donation by Polymenis to bitcoins (and then to dollars) the end result was an... - March 10, 2014 - Alcor Life Extension
Inaugural Dream Big Benefit Award Show, Central Florida's Got Talent, Showcasing Florida's Rising Stars while Enriching Lives of Children with Special Needs
Dream Big is auditioning Florida's most promising performers on May 17th at the Rosen Shingle Creek, Orlando for it's inaugural Central Florida's Got Talent Benefit Show. Audition, Learn about their Mission, Attend the Event and help raise awareness and funding for Central Florida families and their children with varying exceptionalities. - March 10, 2014 - Dream Big, Inc.
Leading NGOs to Address Innovations in Education at NGO Committee on the Status of Women, NY
In developing countries, few children - especially girls - complete secondary school, limiting the potential for the children and their countries to thrive. Asante Africa Foundation, Developments in Literacy, Population Council and Pratham, global NGOs implementing innovative approaches to keeping... - March 09, 2014 - Asante Africa Foundation
Rahway Branch Renovation Blends Arts and Wellness
$3.2 million project anchors city’s downtown revitalization, Y’s commitment to community service. - March 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Phillip Russo Transitions to CEO as NAFA Continues Realignment
Change in position marks another step in a reorganization devoted to the advancement of the association. - March 09, 2014 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
UntoldAnimalStories.org Announces Award-Winning Author Karla McLaren as Guest Blogger
Pioneering educator and award-winning author Karla McLaren lends her voice to www.untoldanimalstories.org's blog. - March 08, 2014 - Untold Animal Stories
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Books Musical Theatre Writers’ Night Evening
The Church of Scientology opens its doors to artistic expression as a public service. This April, the church will host a musical theatre evening on April 7th. - March 08, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
World Pet Association Funds Coral Reef Restoration in Key Largo by the Coral Restoration Foundation
World Pet Association is proud to announce that it will again become a corporate “Patch Reef” level sponsor, donating $25,000 to the Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF). The funding will be used to cover costs to grow “threatened” staghorn coral (Acropora cervicornis) and... - March 08, 2014 - World Pet Association
Yemin Orde Featured in Video at National Policy Conference in Washington, DC
Friends of Yemin Orde is proud to share a new video about Yemin Orde Youth Village in Israel which was produced by AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) for its recent national Policy Conference. The film highlights the children and staff and explains the successful educational... - March 08, 2014 - Friends of Yemin Orde
National Parks Photos Sought
Eastern National is seeking submissions of photographs of all 401 national park sites in America. These images will be used in a variety of projects including a special Passport To Your National Parks publication that will showcase the beauty and history found in each of America’s... - March 08, 2014 - Eastern National
San Jose Making Strides to Raise Awareness of Preeclampsia
The Preeclampsia Foundation is holding its fourth annual Promise Walk in San Jose at Santana Row Park on Saturday, May 3rd. The walk will raise awareness and funds for preeclampsia, a leading cause of maternal and infant illness and death. - March 07, 2014 - San Jose Promise Walk for Preeclampsia
Undefeated Florida Stingrays to Host Inaugural Friends and Family Night
The Florida Stingrays semi-professional football team is celebrating their community involvement by hosting their inaugural Friends & Family night on Saturday, March 8, 2014. A host of team members, family, friends, community members and leaders will be present at the game to continue to... - March 06, 2014 - Florida Stingrays
More Than 10,000 Women Will March Through London to Call for an End to Violence Against Women
• Europe’s biggest march for women • Taking place on International Women’s Day – 8 March 2014 • 10,000 women marched last year and even more expected on Saturday • Central London route: Oxford St, Piccadilly Circus, ending in Trafalgar Square • 7th annual Million Women Rise March • Calling for an end to all forms of violence against women - March 06, 2014 - Million Women Rise
130,000 Strong Tourism Defense Force Trained to Protect Children
Almost one hundred and thirty thousand tourism heroes around the world were trained through The Code last year to help protect children from sexual exploitation in contexts of travel and tourism. In March, The Code will be sharing interactive demonstrations of their online training program at ITB Berlin. - March 05, 2014 - The Code
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards 2nd $6,000 Grant to Horses Helping Heroes Project
Grant will help fund pilot program combining music and equine therapy. - March 04, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Organ Donation and Transplantation Controversies to be Discussed by Ethics Researcher
What are ethics and how do they affect organ donation and transplantation? Should Ontario adopt an opt-out model of consent for organ donation? How young is too young to be a living donor? What's wrong with "transplant tourism?" Michael Campbell will address these questions and more. - March 03, 2014 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Together We Can Achieve so Much More at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Launches 2014 Annual Campaign to Support Community Needs. - February 27, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Sounds of Laughter, Music and Fun at The Gateway Family YMCA
Music Program emerges from partnership between The Gateway Family YMCA and the Institute of Music for Children in Elizabeth - February 27, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Asante Africa Foundation Highlights Education Quality and Access on UN Commission Panels
The NGO Committee on the Status of Women, NY (NGO CSW/NY) a democratic, open forum advocating for gender equality and development, is holding its annual Status of Women (NGO CSW) conference in March. The Committee brings together NGO representatives from around the world for two weeks to network,... - February 27, 2014 - Asante Africa Foundation
DancEnlight Presents "Zen Landscape"
DancEnlight, a professional modern dance company, is proud to present the world premiere of "Zen Landscape" in the Hartford, CT area. Two performances will be held in the Hubbard Music Hall at the Loomis Chaffee School, 4 Batchelder Road, Windsor, on Saturday March 22th at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday March 23th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m - February 26, 2014 - Connecticut Concert Ballet
KOSBE Small Business Development Center Offers New Tool for Better Business Decisions
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and the Small Business Development Center at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office have announced its acquisition of a new business decision making tool available to the community. KOSBE Executive Director, Aundrea Wilcox,... - February 26, 2014 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Asante Africa Foundation Initiative to Bring Investment and Technology to Africa
The challenge for an international business today is finding the best way to innovate with technology to differentiate your organization in the market. “Technology has become one of the most profound influences on the way people live, people are educated, and business is conducted,”... - February 26, 2014 - Asante Africa Foundation
Shabooms Inc. Announces Schedule for 2014
Shabooms Inc. is a 501 (C)(3) Charity that raises funds through fundraisers and direct donations to award Local High schools seniors scholarships in the Honor and Memory of Local Fallen Hero SGT. James C. Robinson Jr who was killed in action in Afghanistan 28 Aug. 2010. - February 25, 2014 - Shabooms Inc.
Local Gilbert Teen Attends the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Academy
Caleb is the only Arizona student selected to attend Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Academy. - February 25, 2014 - East Valley Young Marines
Fashion, Shopping and Fundraising: a Girl’s Night Out Benefiting Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Enjoy a red carpet evening of fashion and refreshments at Macy’s Westshore Plaza on Thursday, March 6, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm as Macy's presents The Dress for Success Tampa Bay Shopping Soiree and Fashion Show. This event will feature Spring and Summer fashion trends, cosmetic makeovers and... - February 22, 2014 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Conservation Failing in Battle to Save World's Most Dangerous Bird
Veteran conservationist and cassowary expert unveils failures and lost opportunities to protect earth's third largest remaining rainforest. - February 21, 2014 - Cassowary Conservation and Publishing
Star City Select Announces 2014-2015 Basketball Tryouts
Star City Select Basketball is excited to announce expansion in its basketball program and invites all area current 3rd through 7th grade boys to try out for its 4th-8th grade Select Basketball Program. Open tryouts for the Silverbacks and their 2014-15 season will be held Monday March 17th and... - February 21, 2014 - Star City Select
The First Tee of the Triangle Recognizes Two Members as National Scholars of Academic Excellence
Local Nonprofit Organization Hosts Vance Barber and Amanda Levy, Scholars Who Will Receive Financial Assistance for Education. - February 21, 2014 - First Tee Of The Triangle
Educational Charity The Smallpeice Trust to Put Students on the Right Track for a Career in Railway Engineering
In the summer of 2014, The Smallpeice Trust will be running two Railway Engineering residential courses at the University of Birmingham (14th – 17th July) and the University of Huddersfield (21st – 24th July) for one hundred budding young engineers. - February 21, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Hair Straightener Sales Putting Children at Risk
Electrical Safety Council calls for retailers and manufacturers to do more to protect children from burns following safety investigation. - February 21, 2014 - Electrical Safety Council
Marty Lyons Foundation Long Island Chapter to Host “Marty” Gras Cocktail Party
The Marty Lyon’s Foundation – Long Island Chapter will host its first Annual “Marty” Gras Cocktail Party on Saturday, March 8, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at The Crescent Beach Club, in Bayville. Tickets are $100 per person and include a Creole Buffet, Open Bar and New... - February 20, 2014 - Marty Lyons Foundation
Returning for a Fourth Year: Cat Care Society Announces the 2014 "Tails of the Painted Cats" Artists, Sponsors and Design Concepts
"Tails of the Painted Cats" artwork cats are back for the fourth consecutive year, raising funds for the shelter cats and community outreach programs at Cat Care Society (CCS) in Lakewood. The 2014 Tails of the Painted Cats debut May 8th at the Lakewood Arts Council Gallery prior to touring throughout the community. The Gala Dinner & Auction is July 26th at Pinehurst Country Club. - February 20, 2014 - Cat Care Society
Education Program Brings Technology and Economic Development to Africa
Education is widely accepted as a leading instrument for promoting economic growth. For Africa, donor institutions have placed great emphasis on urban education. But they have largely neglected education in rural communities. The majority of the populace in Africa resides in rural areas. If... - February 20, 2014 - Asante Africa Foundation
Educational Charity The Smallpeice Trust Seeks Budding Young Engineers for Mining and Minerals Course
From 28th – 31st July 2014, The Smallpeice Trust will be running a Mining & Minerals course at the University of Exeter’s Tremough Campus, which will offer twenty students aged 15 to 17 years old (Year 11 and 12), a unique learning experience exploring the technical challenges faced by mining engineers who are responsible for the safe and economic production of the earth’s minerals. - February 20, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Information Technology Disaster Resource Center Announces Partnership with U.S. Department of Homeland Security Stop.Think.Connect.™ Campaign
The Information Technology Disaster Resource Center (ITDRC) announced today that it has joined the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Stop.Think.Connect.™ Campaign’s National Network, forming a partnership that will promote cybersecurity awareness to industry, university, and... - February 20, 2014 - Information Technology Disaster Resource Center, Inc
Star City Select Presents 1st Annual SCS Open
Star City Select is excited to announce the 1st Annual SCS Open Golf Tournament, presented by Max Muscle. This tournament, which welcomes all interested in supporting the student athletes of SCS, will be held Sunday, May 18th at Woodland Hills Golf Course in Eagle, NE for the benefit of the student... - February 19, 2014 - Star City Select
OneHope Reaches Its Billionth Child with the Gospel
Ministry hits major milestone and plans to reach nearly 100 million more children in 2014. - February 19, 2014 - OneHope
Jazz Vocalist Kevin Mahogany to Headline Concert to Benefit The Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled
Acclaimed vocalist Kevin Mahogany will headline this spring’s “Alive in the World” Concert benefiting The Foundation for The Developmentally Disabled. The concert and auction event is presented by the Trust for the Advancement of Responsible Artists (TARA) and will be held at... - February 19, 2014 - Trust for the Advancement of Responsible Artists (TARA)
Educational Charity The Smallpeice Trust Seeks One Hundred 12-14 Year Old Girls for Engineering Course
From 21st to 23rd July 2014, The Smallpeice Trust will be running a Girls into Engineering course exclusively for girls at the University of Bristol. Sponsored by the ERA Foundation and Lloyd’s Register Foundation, this course offers one hundred female students aged 12 to 14 (Years 8 and 9), an opportunity to explore the subject of engineering through a series of real-life challenges. - February 19, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
DoNation - Bringing Donors and Charities Together - Launches IndieGoGo Campaign
DoNation - a website which brings donors and charities together - launches IndieGoGo campaign to deliver one-click charitable giving to any mobile device. - February 18, 2014 - DoNation
Music Saves Lives® Holds Austin Music Showcase to Encourage Young People to Donate Blood
With advances in medical treatments and an aging population, the demand for donated blood continues, as fewer people are becoming lifelong donors. In an effort to raise awareness about blood donation and encourage young adults to become repeat blood donors, Music Saves Lives® is announcing a special event during one of the largest music and film festivals in the U.S., held in Austin, Texas. - February 18, 2014 - Music Saves Lives
Entrepreneurship Education Nonprofit BizWorld.Org Announces New Management
Thais Rezende Named CEO; Carla Foster Joins as COO - February 18, 2014 - BizWorld.org
CruiseSafe to Hold First Annual SpringFest & Teen Driver Safety Expo
One year following the tragic death of their sons, four mothers come together to help prevent future teen driving tragedies. - February 18, 2014 - CruiseSafe
Medal of Honor Recipient Urges Congress to Correct an "Oversight"
Robert D. Maxwell, Oregon’s only living WWII recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, believes at least one more Oregonian, Lt. Col Leonard C. DeWitt, deserves to share that honor. Nearly 70 years after DeWitt's service, a campaign edges closer to properly honoring a decorated war hero. - February 17, 2014 - Historical Outreach Foundation
OneHope's Hazel Hoskins: Not Just “Sitting There"
Hazel Hoskins gives an inside look into her half a century as a missionary and evangelist’s wife. - February 17, 2014 - OneHope
Featuring People Who Make a Difference Shashi Bellamkonda Founder of Huggable People Announces 2014 Relaunch
Huggable People relaunched on January 21, 2014 in honor of the official National Hug Day as an idea to share the stories of people who make a difference by their difference. Huggable People, founded by Shashi Bellamkonda will recognize, honor and celebrate 'huggables' each month for providing... - February 17, 2014 - Huggable People
Keystone House Prepares for 2014 “What a Difference a Friend Can Make” Gala
“What a Difference a Friend Can Make” will be the theme for the 2014 annual fundraising gala auction and dinner to benefit Keystone House, Inc. The event will be held on Friday, April 25, 2014 at the Rolling Hills Country Club, Wilton, CT. - February 17, 2014 - Keystone House, Inc.
New Approach for Those with Tourette Syndrome Being Tested by Overlook Medical Center Expert and Others
Dr. Roger Kurlan, who regularly collaborates with the NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome, is one of 6 researchers working on a new clinical trial for the drug AZD5213. - February 16, 2014 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome