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North Jersey Rock Group, The Lappes Will Perform at 4th Annual NJ Walks for Tourette Syndrome at Mendham
The event, which will take place November 23, is the second this year for The Lappes in partnership with the NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome. They previously played at the NJ Walks for TS at Ramapo College even in April. - November 01, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Drug-Free South Distributes Booklets at Bike Show
Drug-Free South is working to eradicate the demand for drugs in Tennessee and so establish health and happiness for all citizens. This past week, they took their message to a motorcycle show in Rutherford County. - November 01, 2013 - Drug Free South
Our Mother’s Home Receives Lexus as a Donation for the Teen Moms
Karen Watson, Executive Director for Our Mother’s Home of Southwest Florida, Inc. is pleased to announce the donation of a 1993 Lexus LS 400, valued at $4,000, from Jim Alba, a seasonal Naples, FL resident who found out about Our Mother’s Home through his local car insurance agent,... - October 31, 2013 - Our Mother's Home of Southwest Florida
Doggy Do-Overs Gives Pets a Second Chance at a Healthy Life
Americans love their pets, so much so that according to the American Pet Products website, they spend more than $53 billion each year on their dogs, cats, birds, horses, cows, turtles, fish, snakes and other beloved companions. Of that, more than $14 billion is spent on veterinary expenses alone,... - October 31, 2013 - Doggy Do-Overs
IJIS Institute Publishes National Data Exchange (N-DEx) Resource
Criminal Justice Information Services Program Advisory Committee compiles essential resources in guide to help industry implement N-DEx. - October 31, 2013 - IJIS Institute
Extra Mile Day Success Soars to 440 Mayors
Mayors from 440 cities representing all 50 states have declared Extra Mile Day on November 1. A growing national movement dedicated to encouraging individuals and organizations to “go the extra mile” in service and volunteerism, Extra Mile Day has attracted support from small towns to... - October 31, 2013 - Extra Mile America
Danforth Center’s “Conversations” Series Continues
Harnessing advanced imaging to improve performance in farmer’s fields and on the baseball field - October 31, 2013 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Motorcyclists in San Antonio Ride Together for PBTF
Motorcyclists at the inaugural San Antonio Ride for Kids on Oct. 27 honored five young brain tumor survivors: Jocelyn, Tristan, Heaven, Mackenzie and Lauranda. At press time, the event had raised $23,072 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. “Every day, [we] hug each other because we... - October 30, 2013 - Ride for Kids
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Unveils Honorary Committee for 4th Annual NJ Walks for TS at Mendham
The event, which will take place Saturday, November 23, has drawn tremendous amounts of support from the sports world, medical and research fields, and the political arena. NJ Walks For TS' goal is to raise awareness and funds to educate students and teachers about Tourette Syndrome and bullying in schools across New Jersey. - October 30, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Ellica Church Joins DiabetesSisters as Development and Marketing Manager
Nonprofit Welcomes Member and Volunteer with 7 Years of Experience. - October 30, 2013 - DiabetesSisters
San Francisco’s Popular Fitness Studio Donates to Local Charities During Month of November with Special Class Offerings
Burn announces “Burn For a Better Community,” donating 100% of class revenues to non-profit organizations. - October 28, 2013 - Burn
Songs for Junior Rangers Earns a Silver Award from NAPPA
The Songs for Junior Rangers CD, produced by the National Park Service, has been named a 2013 National Parenting Publications Award (NAPPA) Silver winner, for quality, innovation, entertainment and educational value. For more than 20 years, the National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) has... - October 27, 2013 - Eastern National
Friends of Karen Delivers Thanksgiving to Sick Children and Their Families
For families caring for a child with cancer or another life-threatening illness, Thanksgiving may be just another day of worry at the hospital. Friends of Karen has a way to make it better. - October 27, 2013 - Friends of Karen
Former Site of 1943 Hospital Transforms for "Dreams of the Underworld" Event
In the spirit of “All Hallows’ Eve,” Gallery 15 will open the basement; the bowels of the former Green Cross Hospital (c. 1943) on 11/2 from 6-11pm. The world of underground dreams will unfold in a multimedia multisensory experience; combining music & dance. The works of 10 artists expressing the imagery of dreams will be on display in the main gallery, on the rooftop & outdoor garden. - October 27, 2013 - Gallery 15
Wellness Seminars Offered at the YMCA
Join Wholistic Wellness Associates for a Series of Seminars at the YMCA of Eastern Union County – Wellness Center Branch! - October 27, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Lutheran Services in America Named Number 25 on Chronicle of Philanthropy’s “Philanthropy 400”
Lutheran Services in America (LSA) has placed at number 25 on the 2013 “Philanthropy 400” list compiled annually by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a leading publication for nonprofit news and issues. This is the second time that LSA has ranked number 25 on the list of top charities in... - October 26, 2013 - Lutheran Services in America
Aldersgate Welcomes Wolf, Kerns to Culinary Services Department
Aldersgate welcomes new Culinary Services staff members to enrich quality dining experiences. - October 26, 2013 - Aldersgate UMRC, Inc.
Human Options’ Fall Fundraiser Features Inspiring Presentation by Dr. Drew and Nets $250,000 for Domestic Violence Programs
Human Options provides a safe haven and life changing programs to help abused women, their children and families rebuild their lives — and works with the community to break the cycle of domestic violence. Safety – Healing – A Way Forward - October 26, 2013 - Human Options
Extra Mile Day Message Counters Pessimistic CNN Poll
The "go the extra mile" message continues to grow strong in inspiring and encouraging positivity amidst negative economic CNN poll. - October 26, 2013 - Extra Mile America
New Study Confirms Meehl Foundation DBT Program
The finding that “Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) reduces depressive symptoms, improve affective control, and improve mindfulness self-efficiency” are not surprising to the Meehl Foundation DBT therapists - October 25, 2013 - The Meehl Foundation
This Halloween Turn a Night of Fear Into a Night of Hope
International children’s charity and TV chef Lesley Waters create hope for the world’s most vulnerable children. - October 25, 2013 - World Vision UK
Autistic Children Can Make Friends
Free parent workshop on autism and social development. - October 25, 2013 - The Friendship Network for Children
Toronto #1 Toastmasters Club Invites You to an Open House
Toronto #1 Toastmasters Club is inviting you to their Open House on Monday, October 28, 2013 from 6:15 PM - 8:30 PM at the Etobicoke Civic Centre. - October 25, 2013 - Toronto #1 Toastmasters Club
Enable America Pays Tribute to Congressman C.W. Bill Young
Enable America is paying tribute this week to Congressman C.W. “Bill” Young. A longtime member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, where he focused on spending to support American troops and the military, the congressman passed away last week at age 82. “We have lost a... - October 25, 2013 - Enable America
NAFA and Kent & O’Connor Welcome Thaddeus Woody to Legislative Team
NAFA Fleet Management Association is increasing its legislative work with the addition of a new Government Relations Coordinator. - October 25, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Saddleback Memorial Foundation to Receive Support from Douglas/Bravo Golf Classic and Helicopter Drop
Proceeds benefit Women and Children’s Services at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center. - October 24, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
New Living Way Launches New Ministry Website
The mission and mandate of this new website is to create a sense of closeness and fellowship among the members, friends and the unbeliever and making ministry available to a global audience 24/7 365. Located at the vibrant, high traffic area of Brinkley Road in Temple Hills, MD you can come and worship with New Living Way each Sunday at 5:00 PM at 3265 Brinkley Rd Temple Hills, MD in the Rosecroft Shopping Center. - October 24, 2013 - New Living Way Ministry
Iconic Denver Halloween Event Announces Profits Will Go to Charity
"Paranormal Palace," Denver's biggest Halloween event, will donate profits from the event to the Women's Global Empowerment Fund, a non-profit that empowers women and families in northern Uganda and Haiti through microfinance, educational and leadership development programs. - October 24, 2013 - Women's Global Empowerment Fund
International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) Members Present Awards to UV Innovators at World Congress 2013
The International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) recently held a World Congress with the International Ozone Association in Las Vegas, NV. During the conference, the IUVA made some distinguished awards to UV scientists, engineers, industry leaders and students. - October 24, 2013 - International Ultraviolet Association
Camp Withycombe Will Showcase the State's Rich Military History at a Veteran’s Day Open House in Clackamas, OR
On the free event on Thursday, Nov 7, members of the community can preview Oregon's WWII Memorial, a 33-foot obelisk, and see treasured artifacts from the Oregon Military Museum. The event honors veterans in all branches of service, especially those in the Oregon National Guard. Adults and children alike will appreciate the educational exhibits of Oregon's military history from early tribes to present day. School groups are welcome. Guests include Veterans from WWII through Iraq/Afghanistan. - October 23, 2013 - Historical Outreach Foundation
Audubon Zoo Elephants Moving to New State-of-the-Art Barn
Audubon Zoo’s two female Asian elephants trade their 1930s-era Asian Domain enclosure for a spacious, new, state-of-the-art holding facility. - October 23, 2013 - Audubon Nature Institute
Orange County Boy Scouts’ Popcorn Drive Remembers U.S. Troops Here and Overseas
The Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America is hosting its 20th annual popcorn sales drive, and a portion of the sales are donated to U.S. troops locally and overseas. - October 23, 2013 - Orange County Council Boy Scouts of America
Special Skin Care Serum Introduced by Blue Horizon Stem Cells Prompts Attention
Blue Horizon Stem Cells (BHSC) unveiled their new Special Skin Care Serum in late September 2013 during Paris Fashion Week. After significant research and more than 2,250 successful stem cell treatments, BHSC’s scientists created a skin care serum formula based on highly potent human stem cells. Doctors are calling it a revolution in skin care that will soon be available for the public. - October 23, 2013 - Blue Horizon International
Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Scouting for Food on Nov. 4-9, 2013
The Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America celebrates it's 25th anniversary of fighting hunger in Orange County through its Scouting For Food program. Proceeds benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank in Orange County. - October 23, 2013 - Orange County Council Boy Scouts of America
Peer Advocates from NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Deliver Rousing Medical Education Message to Yale University Doctors
Teenagers Grace Hawruk, Tommy Licato and Tess Kowalski were portraits of confidence as they discussed how their lives and those of their families have been affected by Tourette Syndrome. - October 22, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
3rd Annual Sgt. Jimmy Event to Benefit Scholarship Fund
The 3rd Annual Sgt. Jimmy Memorial Scholarship Spaghetti Dinner benefits the Sgt. James C. Robinson Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund. - October 21, 2013 - Shabooms Inc.
Celebrities and Change Makers Gathered at the Blue Horizon Foundation’s 2nd Annual Gala to Support Medical Treatment Globally
On Tuesday, October 15, 2013 Blue Horizon Foundation (BHF) hosted their second annual fundraising gala at Guastavino’s in New York, NY. Their dedication to increase the awareness of global inequality in healthcare attracted hundreds of supporters including many celebrities. - October 21, 2013 - Blue Horizon International
Texas Animal Lovers Learn Cats R Cool at GreaterGood Event
Cat Daddy Jackson Galaxy and Underwater Dogs photographer Seth Casteel take the stage together to show how Cats R Cool in an event to help improve cat adoptions in an event sponsored by GreaterGood's The Animal Rescue Site. - October 21, 2013 - GreaterGood
Yale School of Medicine Faculty and Trainees Impressed by NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome's Patient-Centered Education Program
Many of the 120 physicians in attendance call for this one-of-a-kind program to be replicated locally, regionally and nationally with other medical conditions – not just Tourette Syndrome. - October 21, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Homeland Security Foundation of America Seeking New Leadership
HSFA announced plans to elect a new Chairman of the Board and 15 directors for the 2014-2018 term. - October 21, 2013 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Inspiring Healthy Families at the Y
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Believes the Family That Plays Together Stays Healthy Together Family, Fun, Fitness, Health and Community are words heard every day at the YMCA of Eastern Union County. This Fall, the YMCA opened the doors of its branches to the community in Elizabeth, Union and... - October 19, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
North American Congress on Latin America Launches a Mobile App for Apple, Android, and Kindle Fire
This month, the North American Congress on Latin America (NACLA), publisher of a progressive English-language magazine on Latin America, NACLA Report on the Americas, launched a mobile app, available on Apple, Android, and Kindle Fire devices. For 45 years, NACLA has uncovered the real stories... - October 19, 2013 - North American Congress on Latin America
Inaugural Love That Dress! 5 Storage Unit Sale Raises Funds for PACE
Kendra Sutton, Chair of Love That Dress! 5, is pleased to announce that the first ever Post LTD! Storage Unit Sale raised $3,500 for PACE Center for Girls – Lee. The post-event sale offered dresses that were not purchased at the Love That Dress! 5 event for sale at discounted prices. The sale... - October 19, 2013 - PACE Center for Girls
Inspire! Charitable Foundation Announces the Inspire! Arts Film Festival 2014 Call for Entries
Inspire! Arts Film Festival recognizes filmmakers of all ages and of all abilities who create and inspire Inclusion in their filmmaking cast, crew, or subject matter. - October 19, 2013 - Inspire Charitable Foundation
NJCTS Parent Connection Bringing Tourette Syndrome Clinical and Genetics Research Workshop to Bergen and Passaic Counties in New Jersey
Dr. Robert King of the Yale University Child Study Center and Dr. Gary Heiman of the Human Genetics Institute at Rutgers University will discuss these important topics and much more on Sunday, November 10, at Hackensack University Medical Center - October 19, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Church of Scientology Community News: Religious People Working for a Better Nashville
The Nashville Church of Scientology supports the good works of others. Today’s highlight: People of faith working together to improve conditions. - October 19, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Extra Mile Day Grows to 404 Cities
City Mayors across the United States who recognized the value and importance of Extra Mile Day to be celebrated on November 1, 2013, reached to 404 as of October 14... and are still growing. - October 19, 2013 - Extra Mile America
Thanksgiving Community Outreach Fundraiser 2013
Tabernaculo International is hosting a community outreach project to provide turkeys to local area families this Thanksgiving holiday. Their main focus will be in low income neighborhoods within the West Palm and Lake Worth area. They will be walking the streets handling the turkeys out in an attempt to reach those families who may not otherwise be aware of assistance. - October 18, 2013 - Tabernaculo International
Me Fine Foundation Doubles Ticket Sales, Sells Out Annual Gala to Benefit Critically Ill Children and Their Families
North Carolina Nonprofit Experiences Growth, Increased Sponsorship for Annual Fundraiser - October 18, 2013 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Eden Autism Services Announces $500,000 Challenge Grant
Eden is pleased to announce that 15 Eden families and two Eden friends have joined together in support of the capital campaign by committing $500,000 in the form of a challenge grant, to conclude on March 31, 2014. Every new campaign dollar will be matched by this generous group of Eden families and friends. - October 18, 2013 - Eden Autism Services