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Spare Change Adds Up for Autism
Wawa Coin Canisters Benefit Eden Autism Services. - August 30, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
The Allstate Foundation Funds High School Teen Safe Driving Campaigns; High School Students Are Empowered to Become Smart Driving Activists
Safety Center receives a grant from The Allstate Foundation to fund contests for high schools students to create teen safe driving campaigns reinforcing safe driving attitudes and behavior. Car crashes are the #1 cause of teen fatalities. Contests will provide incentives for teen-to-teen high school campaigns using the power of peer influence to change perceptions about taking risks behind the wheel and helping to make safe, responsible driving behavior become the socially acceptable standard. - August 29, 2013 - Safety Center
5,500 Southern Artists and Patrons Stake Claim as 1st Virtual Department Store Using Facebook Groups Option
Inspire Arts Alabama, the flagship program of Inspire Charitable Foundation is proud to stake their unverified claim as the 1st completely virtual department store, Alabama General Store (AGS), to establish itself on Facebook. When AGS’s radical new nonprofit artist outreach program united a... - August 29, 2013 - Inspire Charitable Foundation
Free Wheelchair Mission Strives to be World Leader in Wheelchair Distribution
Free Wheelchair Mission continues to empower communities and partners worldwide in proper wheelchair distribution. - August 29, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
The Georgia Diabetes Coalition Will Recognize Their National Supporters & Sponsors
Health care aliments such as Diabetes affect over 17 million Americans. Each year, it is reported that 1 million new cases are diagnosed. The Georgia Diabetes Coalition helps these Americans adjust to their diagnosis and live normal lives. On October 3rd, 2013 their unified voices will be heard at the annual Community Awards Reception. - August 29, 2013 - GA Diabetes Coalition
IJIS Institute Appoints Microsoft Architect as New Technical Advisory Committee Chair
Joel Byford of Microsoft Justice and Public Safety Practice brings IT and leadership expertise to committee. - August 29, 2013 - IJIS Institute
Eastern National Publishes "Slavery in the United States: a Brief Narrative History"
Eastern National has released a new publication, "Slavery in the United States: A Brief Narrative History." This book chronicles the history of slavery, documented as early as the 18th century BCE in the Code of Hammurabi, and documents its impact on the United States, from the... - August 28, 2013 - Eastern National
International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. Acquires Scholarship & Recognition Programs Division from ETS
Acquisition makes ISTS the leading provider of scholarship management services. - August 28, 2013 - International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS)
12th Anniversary of 9/11/01 - Patriots Unite Across the Globe “To Thank and Honor Those who Serve Our Country”
For the 11th year in a row, the Patriots’ Run (PatriotsRun.org) will have runners participating from both the US and abroad. Troops in Afghanistan will again swap their boots for running shoes showing a United Front against Terrorism while local runners will participate in a 9 hour and 11 minute run at the Great Mall of the Great Plains starting at noon on 9/11. - August 28, 2013 - Patriots Run
Motorcyclists Contribute $142,000 to Help Kids with Brain Tumors
Motorcyclists in two states did their part to combat childhood brain tumors by bringing $142,161 in donations to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride for Kids events on Aug. 25. Sixteen young brain tumor survivors attended the rides on mild, clear mornings in Asheville, N.C. and Ann... - August 28, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Free Workshop - Tourette Syndrome Association of Illinois (TSA-IL) Invites You to Attend an Educational Workshop featuring Susan Conners, M.Ed. on Sept 29th (Elmhurst)
Internationally recognized speaker and author, Susan Conners, M.Ed., will lead a free workshop on the impacts of Tourette Syndrome (TS) and associated disorders (OCD, ADD/ADHD and anxiety) on social, emotional well-being, school performance and behavior on September 29th. CPDU credits are available. On-line registration by Sept 25 is mandatory. - August 28, 2013 - Tourette Association of America, Illinois Chapter
KOSBE Extends Deadline for Entries for This Year’s Prestigious Small Business Annual Awards Celebration Due to High Demand
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is accepting applications and nominations for the 2013 Annual KOSBE Awards from KOSBE clients and Kingsport Chamber members and non-members alike. - August 28, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research and Services on September 28th at the Richmond International Raceway
The 5th Annual Richmond Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on September 28, 2013 at the Richmond International Raceway’s Inner Track. For more information, visit: www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/richmond - August 25, 2013 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
The First Tee of the Triangle Hosts the Dennis Walters Golf Show and Free Junior Clinic Aug. 24
Local Youth Development Organization Announces Golf Show and Clinic for Golfers Ages 5 to 17 - August 24, 2013 - First Tee Of The Triangle
Confidential Patient Services (CPS) Launches New Services in Palm Springs with a New Program Called the Desert Concierge Club (DCC)
Confidential Patient Services has expanded its services to Palm Springs with a new program called the Desert Concierge Club. The DCC host will help navigate the healthcare system for members and create a VIP doctor’s visit and their goal is to improve the overall wellness and life styles of all individuals living with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. All profits raised will go towards building a free wellness center for the HIV positive community in the desert. - August 24, 2013 - AIDS Assistance Foundation
IJIS Institute Develops First Standards-Based “Proof of Concept” for Montana’s Victim Notification Service
Montana’s Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification (SAVIN) standard enhances information sharing capabilities among criminal justice agencies and Victim Notification Systems. - August 24, 2013 - IJIS Institute
Eastern National Announces the Opening of its Newest Educational Museum Store at the New Benjamin Franklin Museum
Eastern National is proud to announce the opening of a new educational museum store at the newly renovated Benjamin Franklin Museum, located at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The store will sell a wide variety of Franklin related commemorative items which... - August 24, 2013 - Eastern National
IJIS Institute’s Technical Advisory Committees Publish New White Papers
Papers explore the NIEM-UML specification and provide guidance on selecting and implementing technology solutions. - August 23, 2013 - IJIS Institute
Black Transmen, Inc. Held Its 1st Trans Awareness Summer T-Shirt Campaign Offering All Artists the Opportunity to Submit Their Talent for T-Shirt Designs
Winner Announced: Congratulations to Mr. Mick Rose as the Grand Prize Winner of the BTMI 2013 T-Shirt Design Contest. Black Transmen, Inc is happy to announce that they have selected the T-Shirt Design entry "Black Power Fist." - August 22, 2013 - Black Transmen, Inc
IJIS Institute Rolls Out Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification (SAVIN) Technology Help Desk
SAVIN Technology Knowledge Center and Help Desk to provide expertise directly to constituencies at all levels. - August 22, 2013 - IJIS Institute
Dirty Coast to Host Benefit Event for Youth Rebuilding New Orleans
Dirty Coast apparel shop will hold After Hours Happy Hour, an event to benefit the Youth Rebuilding New Orleans volunteer organization and its numerous service projects. - August 21, 2013 - Youth Rebuilding New Orleans
Not For Sale to Host Third Annual Gala Benefiting Fight Against Human Trafficking
Held at the stunning City View at Metreon, Not For Sale’s annual gala will bring together international advocates to celebrate Not For Sale’s work and to empower the global movement to end slavery. - August 21, 2013 - Not For Sale
Animal Lovers Take on the Kili Challenge
Climbing Kilimanjaro is often one of the top items on most South African’s bucket list, most find it daunting enough without the commitment of making it to Uhuru Peak for a cause they strongly believe in. In September a group of twenty-five climbers will be putting their passion for the... - August 21, 2013 - Sandton SPCA
Dykes Trucking Receives Tennessee 2013 SBA Entrepreneurial Success Award
Kim Dykes, President and Owner of Dykes Trucking, was just presented with the prominent 2013 SBA Entrepreneurial Success Award, at her place of business last week. Dykes was greeted and personally recognized by Walter Perry, District Director of the SBA Tennessee District Office in Nashville, Tennessee. - August 21, 2013 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
New England, St. Louis Motorcyclists Top $134,000 for Cure
Motorcyclists in two states did their part to combat childhood brain tumors by bringing $134,716 in donations to Ride for Kids events on Aug. 18. Twelve young brain tumor survivors attended the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation events on mild, clear mornings in Cottleville, Mo., and Fiskdale,... - August 21, 2013 - Ride for Kids
The Way to Happiness Participates in Health and Happiness Day in Nashville
The Nashville Chapter of The Way to Happiness Foundation distributed information and a seminar at Health and Happiness Day in Nashville. - August 21, 2013 - The Way to Happiness
AmpleHarvest.org and Gardener’s Supply Company Launch “Pledge-A-Veg” Photo Contest
Opportunity for a gardener donating food to a nearby food pantry to win a $300 gift certificate from Gardener’s Supply Company. - August 20, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Entire Community Comes Together to Provide School Supplies to Students in HEB ISD
The 5th annual HEB ISD/6 Stones Operation Back 2 School will provide backpacks, school supplies and social services for over 5,600 students in HEB ISD. Over 54% of HEB ISD students come from homes that are economically disadvantaged. Individuals and businesses all across the community have come... - August 17, 2013 - 6 Stones Mission Network
Building Peaceful Families Unveils "Silicon Valley Fatherhood Hall of Fame" Exhibit: a 7-Year Tribute to Positive Male Role Models Serving Bay Area Children and Families
Building Peaceful Families today unveiled the new "Silicon Valley Fatherhood Hall of Fame" display at the Santa Clara County Government Cente (70 W. Hedding Street in San Jose). The exhibit includes the names of nearly 80 Top Community Dads, prominent Bay Area men who have been honored and celebrated by BPF over the course of seven years. - August 17, 2013 - Building Peaceful Families
The Way to Happiness Plans Health and Happiness Day in Nashville
The Way to Happiness Campaign prepares for Health and Happiness Day in Nashville. - August 16, 2013 - The Way to Happiness
Community Workforce Solutions Launches Clean Start Diaper Service and Offers Affordable Option for Eco-Conscious Parents
Community Workforce Solutions, Inc. (CWS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities or other barriers to employment, announces the launch of Clean Start Diaper Service with weekly home delivery and pickup of cloth diapers, which are made of sustainable and renewable 100% cotton. In-home customer consultations are also available to train parents-to-be on the use of cloth diapers as an environmentally friendly alternative. - August 16, 2013 - Community Workforce Solutions, Inc.
Rodney Perry and Madeline Smith Supports Our Nation's Veterans
Rodney Perry reflects on his days as a young Navy Veteran, shares some of experiences and opinions with his audience and allows Operation Veteran's Promise to share their mission and message. - August 16, 2013 - Operation Veteran's Promise
Teenagers Learn About Computing and Microelectronics with the Smallpeice Trust
Forty nine budding engineers from across the UK, recently attended a Computing and Microelectronics residential course hosted by Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) at the University of Southampton last week. Sponsored by ARM, the course provided the 15 to 17 year old students the opportunity to... - August 16, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Faith Building: Covenant Christian Center International’s Grand Opening
While many in society need to be reminded that a church is not a physical building, congregants of Covenant Christian Center International are grateful that their following now has a home. On Friday, September 6, 2013, the 125+ member family of Covenant Christian Center International will begin... - August 16, 2013 - Covenant Christian Center International
Secular Party of America to Hold Emergency Election
The membership of the Secular Party of America (SPoA) have unanimously voted to hold an interim election for the Office of President. - August 15, 2013 - Secular Party of America
White House Replies to ASL Petition
ASL for America is deeply pleased at the response from the White House on the ASL petition. However, they would like to take the opportunity to address several points raised in their response. - August 15, 2013 - ASL for America
Students on Course for Career in Structural Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
From 30th July to 2nd August, fifty 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 15, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
IJIS Institute Members Elect New Board of Directors
IT industry leaders elected by their peers to provide strategic guidance to the IJIS Institute. - August 15, 2013 - IJIS Institute
Coalition’s Daughenbaugh Promoted to Vice President
Combat-wounded veteran joins leadership ranks at leading service organization. - August 14, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
IUVA and IOA World Congress 2013, Las Vegas: Global Experts Discuss UV Technologies
Scientists, engineers, industry leaders, researchers, state, local and national authorities will gather at the World Congress 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada from Sept. 22-26 to discuss UV technologies that disinfect water and air. - August 14, 2013 - International Ultraviolet Association
Free Wheelchair Mission Announces Fourth Container of Wheelchairs Ordered for Liberia
Free Wheelchair Mission’s fourth container (550 individual units) of wheelchairs was placed on order for Liberia this week. - August 14, 2013 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Danforth Center’s “Conversations” Series Continues
Bringing Plant Science Discoveries to the Marketplace - August 14, 2013 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Students Set Sail for a Career in Naval Architecture with the Smallpeice Trust
From 29th July to 1st August, 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... - August 14, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students on Board for a Career in Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
Forty students aged 14 and 15 (S3) from schools across the UK, recently attended the Marine Technology course from 21st to 25th July at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow. The residential programme Fame Transportationniversity of Strathclyde and was financially supported by Lloyd’s Register Foundation (LRF). - August 14, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Black Transmen, Inc Announces New Leadership
Black Transmen, Inc. continues to bring unprecedented awareness to the challenges facing the transgender community. The first national non-profit organization of African American Transmen excitedly presents their impressive new leadership for 2013-2014. - August 11, 2013 - Black Transmen, Inc
About Families Center Opens in Palm Desert, CA
About Families Inc. announces the opening of their resource and education center in Palm Desert. The About Families board and volunteers have worked very hard on raising enough money to rent a space for the center. They are proud to announce that they are now open at 74350 Alessandro, Suite B6 in Palm Desert . - August 11, 2013 - About Families Inc
Students Get to Grips with Nuclear Engineering thanks to the Smallpeice Trust
From 22nd to 25th July, fifty teenagers from across the UK have been learning how to solve some of the challenges facing the nuclear industry. The four-day residential course, held at The University of Manchester, and sponsored by the University’s Dalton Nuclear Institute was organised by The Smallpeice Trust, in collaboration with the National Nuclear Laboratory. - August 11, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Engineer a Sustainable Future with the Smallpeice Trust Low Carbon Energy Challenge
From 22nd to 25th July, 50 students from across the UK attended a residential course to find out more about low carbon energy sources. Sponsored by global energy services company Senergy, this course enabled the 15 and 16 year old students to spend time learning about new, renewable energy sources such as tidal, wave and wind energy, through a series of presentations and practical exercises. - August 11, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Are Aided in Their Understanding of Biomedical Engineering by the Smallpeice Trust
From 29th July to 1st August, twenty-four students from across the UK, attended a Biomedical Engineering course at the University of Southampton developed by The Smallpeice Trust, and generously sponsored by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM). - August 10, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Steer Towards Careers in Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
From 24th to 26th July, fifty promising young engineers from Coventry and Warwickshire enjoyed a unique hands-on learning experience at Coventry University. Sponsored by the 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust and Coventry University and organised by educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust, the... - August 10, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust