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2013 Road to Recovery Conference Begins Today in Orlando
Annual event hosted by the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes is transformative experience for more than 100 wounded veterans and their families. - December 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
The We women foundation Launches Its 2013 Awareness Campaign, Emerging Women of Burma
The We women foundation, Thailand, launches its 2013 awareness and fundraising campaign profiling the Emerging Women of Burma. The campaign runs until 17th January 2014 and aims to raise $10,000 to help fund upcoming projects in Burma and enable the foundation to continue supporting the women of... - December 09, 2013 - We women foundation
Silicon Valley Parents Develop GigatonGifts Website to Fight Open-Fire Cooking and Deforestation - Smoke from Fires Kills Over 2 Million Annually
GigatonGifts was launched in December by a group of Silicon Valley parents concerned about deforestation and open-fire cooking in poor countries. Volunteer parents developed the GigatonGifts website (www.GigatonGifts.org), where people can purchase trees and solar stoves in Africa and Haiti as gifts. Worldwide, almost 3 billion people cook over wood fires. The soot from these fires causes respiratory ailments that kill 2 to 4 million people a year, most of them women and children. - December 09, 2013 - The Carbon Zero Institute
International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) Holds Seminar on UV Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) at Imperial College of London
The International Ultraviolet Association is holding a seminar on the use of UV Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) at the Imperial College of London, on December 16, 2013. Learn more about AOPs and UV water disinfection. - December 09, 2013 - International Ultraviolet Association
South Jersey Family Hit Hard by Tourette Syndrome Throws Support Behind NJ Walks for TS Program
The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders’ annual awareness and fundraising campaign November 23 in Mendham drew a big crowd and raised significant money to support educating students and teachers at schools in every corner of the state about TS, anti-bullying initiatives and self-advocacy. - December 08, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Walmart Foundation Funds Hot Meals for Homebound Seniors in Our Community
The Walmart Foundation and the Delaware State Giving Advisory Council have awarded Meals On Wheels Delaware a $30,000 grant to fund meal delivery programs throughout the state for the growing elderly population. - December 07, 2013 - Meals On Wheels Delaware
International Toy Museum Hires Executive Director
The International Toy Museum is launching, announces appointment of Executive Director. Intention is to create world-class museum of children’s playthings. Bay area institution will focus on toys through the ages, for boys and girls. - December 06, 2013 - International Toy Museum
Gene Haas Foundation to Help Santa to the Sea Award Scholarships
Santa to the Sea Scholarship Fund will benefit Oxnard College students entering Fall 2014. - December 06, 2013 - Santa to the Sea
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Sponsors Luxury Cruise for Combat-Wounded Veterans and Spouses
Opportunity to relax, re-connect and repair relationships proved “invaluable” to participants. - December 05, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Artists, Scientists, Designers and Thinkers Unite to Save Arizona's Historic Rex Ranch
Partners Announce Plans to Re-Imagine Property as Cultural Arts Center, Minimum of $734,480 Needed by December 16, 2013. Working Plans Can be Found at www.rexranch.org - December 05, 2013 - Save Rex Ranch
National Autism Leader Peter Bell Named President & CEO Of Eden Autism Services
Peter H. Bell, one of the country’s most respected autism advocates and nonprofit executives, has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Eden Autism Services, a leading autism service provider since 1975. The appointment is effective February 1, 2014 when current President and... - December 05, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
On a Mission to Dramatically Impact Giving in America, GiveBack360 Launches Indiegogo Funding Campaign on #GivingTuesday
GiveBack360 Inc. has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign on #GivingTuesday, December 3rd to implement new technology that it believes will revolutionize everyone’s ability to give back with greater impact to causes they care about most. Brian Pado, GiveBack360’s Founder and CEO... - December 05, 2013 - GiveBack360 Inc
Tourette Syndrome School In-Service Program Gets Big Boost from Record NJ Walks for TS at Mendham Turnout
The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome's signature annual awareness and fundraising event drew more than 400 people and put a significant dent in the $71,000-per-year cost of the Center's education program, which educates Garden State students and teachers about TS, anti-bulling and self-advocacy. - December 04, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The First Tee Of The Triangle Honors Participants at Inaugural Golf Ball Award Ceremony
Local Nonprofit Organization Recognizes Players, Coaches and Volunteers for Outstanding Achievement and Service as Role Models - December 04, 2013 - First Tee Of The Triangle
Star City Silverbacks Win National Championship
Star City Silverbacks complete their season by claiming the NYFC National Championship by defeating defending National Champion Red Creek Nation 37-13 in the Championship Game Saturday November 30th in Las Vegas, NV at Fountain Park. - December 03, 2013 - Star City Select
Cat Care Society Debuts Jingle Cats and "Christmas Cats Auction" at Santa Paws Festival Dec 6 & 7
The Cat Care Society (CCS) in Lakewood will hold its annual "Santa Paws Festival" on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7. New to the Festival this year are Jingle Cats and the "Christmas Cats Auction." Saturday will be Family Day, with face painting and tree ornament crafting for children (9:30 to 11:30), The Original Dickens Carolers (11 to Noon), plus cat petting and free popcorn all day at the shelter. - December 03, 2013 - Cat Care Society
Help Keep This Holiday Season Safe for Victims of Domestic Violence and Their Pets
The holiday season has arrived and it can be a very stressful time for many people as they prepare for all the festivities and for visits from family and friends. It can be especially stressful for people in abusive situations and for those trying to escape their abuser(s). Many people are not... - December 02, 2013 - Ahimsa House
Passport To Your National Parks® 2014 Photo Contest Winners Announced
Eastern National is proud to announce the winners of the annual Passport To Your National Parks® photo contest. The contest is open to National Park Service employees and Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs), and ten images are selected for the collectible Passport To Your National Parks®... - November 29, 2013 - Eastern National
Voice Ethiopia Launches Campaign to Support Development of Future Global Leaders
Voice Ethiopia announced today the launch of its first fundraising and advocacy campaign, with a goal of raising money to sponsor a student at the International Leadership Academy of Ethiopia (ILAE), an innovative nonprofit college prep school providing its students with a quality education, setting them on the best path toward achieving their career goals. - November 28, 2013 - Changing Our World, Inc.
JFCS Adopt a Family for the Holidays Program Seeks Adopters
Jewish Family & Children’s Service has kicked off its Annual Adopt A Family for the Holidays program and is currently in need of individuals or families willing to adopt a child or family to make a difference and help a needy family this holiday season. - November 28, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
GiveGab Celebrates “Giving Tuesday” with Free Premium Services for Nonprofit Organizations
Five nonprofits will receive free Premium Services for a year, worth over $450, from the social network for volunteers on Giving Tuesday. - November 28, 2013 - GiveGab
Xmas Crafts and More at St Cyprian School in River Grove, Il
The whole family will enjoy this afternoon filled with music, dance performance and crafts. - November 28, 2013 - St Cyprian School Parent Ambassador
Clubhouse International Joins National #GivingTuesday Movement to Encourage Spending for Social Good
Clubhouse International, a global organization that seeks to change the world of mental health, has joined #GivingTuesday, an internet-wide philanthropic event that is launching on Tuesday December 3, 2013. During this holiday season, people are encouraged to support the work of Clubhouse International by making an online donation; visiting or volunteering at a local Clubhouse, or speaking out against the prejudice and stigma that surround mental illness. - November 27, 2013 - Clubhouse International
Once in a Lifetime Experiences Auctioned for Children's Charity
Las Vegas philanthropist Chuck Brennan brings celebrity rock & roll friends together to help children's music program. - November 27, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
AmpleHarvest.org Founder / Executive Director Gary Oppenheimer Named 2013 Purpose Prize Fellow
The Purpose Prize honors Americans 60 and older solving the world’s toughest social problems. - November 27, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
The Salvation Army of Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties Accepting Monetary Donations for the Typhoon Disaster
The Salvation Army is in The Philippines, ready and waiting to head to typhoon disaster help to provide aid to those affected by the natural disaster. The Salvation Army of Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties is currently accepting monetary donations to help the national relief efforts. - November 27, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Tickets Now on Sale for the 4th Annual Hearts of Love Gala Featuring Tino Wallenda
Tickets are now on sale for the 4th Annual Hearts of Love Gala: Our Hearts are Soaring featuring Tino Wallenda to raise money for Our Mother's Home of Southwest Florida. - November 27, 2013 - Our Mother's Home of Southwest Florida
#GivingShoesDay Returns to Dress for Success with New Partner Fergie Footwear for #GivingTuesday
Women across Tampa Bay Are Encouraged to Donate Professional Shoes the Top 10 Shoe Donors throughout the Country Will Receive a Complimentary Pair of Limited Holiday Edition Palace Heels from Fergie Footwear to Dress for Success on this National Day of Giving. - November 27, 2013 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
USPS Toys for Tots Pickup is December 7
Toys are still needed for the Toys for Tots annual toy drive. Residents will not receive a postcard in their mailbox this year, but all donations can still be dropped off or left in mailbox. Pickup will be on December 7, 2013. - November 27, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Give the Gift of Reading to Disadvantaged Children This Holiday
Kabuki Helps joins forces with Toys for Tots Literacy Program to bring books to children in need this holiday season. - November 26, 2013 - Kabuki Helps
#TakeYourSeat Annual Auction and Dinner Honors Portland Business Women and Benefits Oregon Non-Profit Project Lemonade
Portland Female Executives (PDXFX.ORG) and Thoroughly Modern Marketing (TMMPDX.COM) have partnered this year to present ‘A Seat at the Table,’ a silent auction and dinner designed to further the cause of a local charity. The 2013 event will be held in downtown Portland, Oregon on... - November 26, 2013 - Portland Female Executives
New Bonbons for Vegans and Animal-Lovers
Eat Save Love Bites is the name of the newest Rescue Chocolate bonbon collection, representatives from the charity-focused company announced recently. - November 25, 2013 - Rescue Chocolate
Eden Autism Services Launches Expansion of Bracelet Program with Online Store
Just in Time for the Holidays, Individually Handcrafted Bracelets Made by Adults with Autism, Are Now Available Online. - November 24, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Lincoln County Ambulance District Aid Firefighters, Medics Around the World
By donating outdated equipment to the (IFRM) International Fire Relief Mission, LCAD is giving medics and firefighters in developing countries greater ability to help their communities. - November 24, 2013 - International Fire Relief Mission
Shabooms SGT. James C Robinson Jr Burger Bash
Burger Bash to raise funds for the SGT. James C Robinson Jr Memorial scholarship fund. - November 23, 2013 - Shabooms Inc.
New Voice for Animals in Michigan: Mi-PACA Organizes Voters, Changes Local Elections
Mi-PACA is Michigan’s only statewide political action committee for animals, organizing voters into voting blocs to effect real change at elections. - November 23, 2013 - Mi-PACA
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Has 40th Anniversary Partnership Awards on December 6
The Council's 40th Anniversary Partnership Awards Gala at the New York Marriott Marquis is an Elegant Evening Celebrating Collaborations Between Multicultural Business Owners and Fortune 500 Companies, Institutions and Government Agencies. - November 23, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
Visitors Enjoy New Twists to Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
Tired of the "same ole" turkey dinner for Thanksgiving? Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium offers a new twist. - November 21, 2013 - Audubon Nature Institute
Rick Hamlin, Editor of "Guideposts" Magazine, to Speak About Prayer at Titusville Presbyterian Church Dec. 1
Rick Hamlin, executive editor of “Guideposts” magazine and author of the recently-released book, “Ten Prayers You Can’t Live Without: How to Talk to God About Anything,” will speak about prayer and methods for developing a personal prayer life on December 1 at 4:30 p.m. - November 21, 2013 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
Sigma Elevator Donates 160 Helmets to At-Risk Preschool Students in Bangkok
On November 14, 2013, Sigma Elevator donated 160 high-quality helmets to students and teachers of Ban Kookot preschool in Bangkok through collaboration with the Asia Injury Prevention (AIP) Foundation on the Helmets for Kids program. The donation was made during a helmet handover ceremony at the... - November 21, 2013 - AIP Foundation, Thailand
Singers to Join Fort Bend Symphony to Spread Christmas Cheer
This year’s Deck the Halls concert, presented by the Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra, will be more magical than ever as the St. Laurence Chamber Singers join the orchestra in this special holiday presentation. This popular concert begins at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Stafford Centre. Some... - November 21, 2013 - Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra
Project Athena Returns to the Florida Keys
Survivors and supporters from coast to coast join for another 100 mile fundraising multisport adventure. - November 21, 2013 - Project Athena Foundation
Forest of Angels, Inc. Presents Forest of Angels® a Decorated Christmas Tree Festival
A Decorated Christmas tree forest with family oriented entertainment and activities. - November 21, 2013 - Forest of Angels Inc
Friends of Yemin Orde Announces Change in Senior Leadership at Yemin Orde Youth Village
Village director, Dr. Benny Fisher, Appointed to Top Management Position with Israel's Ministry of Education - November 21, 2013 - Friends of Yemin Orde
Peter Sagan Autographed Jersey for Auction to Support Scholastic Mountain Biking
An online auction for a Peter Sagan autographed Cannondale Team jersey began today. The jersey was donated by Cannondale and 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the Michigan Scholastic Cycling Association in support of the advancement of scholastic mountain biking. The 10-day auction will end... - November 20, 2013 - Michigan Scholastic Cycling Association
2013 Tampa Bay Woman of the Year: Nineteen Nominees and One Winner
Westchase Charitable Foundation is holding its 4th annual Tampa Bay Woman of the Year Grand Finale Ladies Night Out at the Tampa Jet Center on November 23, 2013. One of the nineteen women nominated will be named Woman of the Year. - November 20, 2013 - Westchase Charitable Foundation
California Parenting Institute Expands with SCAYD Merger
On October 15th, California Parenting Institute (CPI) expanded its services by completing a merger with Sonoma County Adult and Youth Development (SCAYD) in Rohnert Park. - November 18, 2013 - Child Parent Institute
Institute of Solar Technology Launches Solar Power Training for Youth
"With globalization around and job potential reducing, unemployment is one of the major problems in India. On the other hand there is huge untapped potential for solar energy utilization at all levels," said Mr. S. Roy, Director of Institute of Solar Technology. IST appeals all unemployed youth to use their energy for self employment in the field of renewable energy. This will give the satisfaction of serving mother earth through eco-friendly technology. - November 18, 2013 - Institute of Solar Technology
NAFA Welcomes EPA Proposal Regarding RFS and E-15 Fuel
NAFA Fleet Management Association has been following the E-15 issue closely as it affects vehicles and fleet managers in many ways. - November 17, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Suncoast Hospice Recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Suncoast Hospice joins hospices across America and National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in celebrating National Hospice and Palliative Care Month in November. - November 17, 2013 - Suncoast Hospice