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Letting Go: Compelling Fictionalized Autobiography Raises Vital Funds & Awareness for Suicide Prevention
Based on her experiences as a suicide survivor, Carrie Lange’s "Letting Go" hopes to save lives by giving pause to someone who is contemplating suicide, if only long enough for them to reach out for the help they need. With all profits donated to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Lange is working voraciously to give thousands the help and support they need to stay alive. - April 30, 2013 - Carrie Lange
Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi Presents Tourette Syndrome Youth Advocate Award to New Jersey Teen
Emily Fleischman is feted with the inaugural honor from the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome for her many accomplishments, including writing a TS children's book. - April 30, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
NJ Walks for TS at Ramapo College a Resounding Success for All Involved
More than 150 walkers take part in event that raised $8,000 for the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome as a senior project for Ramapo’s AnnaKatharine Miehe. - April 29, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Success City Radio Show "Gets It" with Janet Dunnagan, Author of the Book "You Get It When You Get It" - April 30, 2013 5:00pm (Pacific Time)
Author Janet Dunnagan will be interviewed on the Success City Radio Show on April 30, 2013 at 5pm (pacific time). Janet's book "You Get It When You Get It...my journey from caterpillar to butterfly" and the companion "My Caterpillar to Butterfly Journal" were published in February. Janet's message is simply this: how different would your world be if when you looked into a mirror, you saw your best friend looking back at you. - April 28, 2013 - J2B Enterprises
Southampton Students Get Ahead with STEM with the Smallpeice Trust
From 20th to 22nd March, seventy students gathered at the University of Southampton, to attend a specially designed "Get Ahead with STEM" engineering experience residential course. In partnership with the University of Southampton, The Smallpeice Trust ran this free course to encourage 13... - April 28, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Enjoy ECITB Engineering Experience Course with the Smallpeice Trust
From 2nd to 5th April, 96 promising students from across the UK benefitted from a unique learning experience at Harper Adams University College in Shropshire. Sponsored by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) and delivered by educational charity The Smallpeice Trust, this... - April 28, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Check Out Hunger Campaign is Wawa-Wonderful for Food Bank of South Jersey
Management and employees of Wawa presented The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) with a large Check Out Hunger check for $77,449.00 at the ribbon cutting ceremony of Wawa’s full service Crown Point location. - April 28, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
South Plainfield School District Jeans Day Raises More Than $700 for NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome
April 5 event was a collboration between teacher Mary Ann Miehe and eighth-grade TS advocate Tommy Licato, who also held a district-wide “Dare To Be Different” Day on April 10. - April 27, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The Food Bank of South Jersey and Darden Restaurants Partner to Fight Hunger
Grant is one of more than 850 awarded through Darden’s 2nd annual Restaurant Community Grants program - April 27, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Virginia Gildersleeve International Fund’s President Eileen Menton's Statement on "Global Partnership for Development in the Context of the Post-2015 Development Agenda"
VGIF was honored to speak at the UN during the special high-level meeting of ECOSOC with the Bretton Woods institutions, the World Trade Organization and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, concerning “Global partnership for development in the context of the post-2015 development agenda.” VGIF's President emphasized the importance of partnerships to ensure that MDGs 3 and 8 are closer to reality and new Post-2015 goals bring equality and empowerment to women worldwide. - April 27, 2013 - VGIF
OWUSS and COARE Announce New Partnership
Scholarship and Conservation Organizations Create New Ocean Conservation Internship - April 26, 2013 - COARE (The Center for Oceanic Awareness, Research, and Education)
UNITY Continues Advancing Entrepreneurship Among Diverse Journalists
A $200,000 grant from the Ford Foundation will enable UNITY to continue opportunities for entrepreneurial journalists of color, gay journalists and other underserved populations through the New U: News Entrepreneurs Working through UNITY project. The two-year grant will allow UNITY to expand the... - April 26, 2013 - UNITY: Journalists for Diversity
Heights Foundation Receives $25,000 Donation for Culinary Center
Teaching Kitchen to Provide Workforce Training Programs The Pierce Family Fund donated $25,000 to the Heights Foundation to purchase a commercial hood, fire suppression and exhaust system for the Heights Culinary Center. The Culinary Center will be a commercial teaching kitchen, located within The... - April 26, 2013 - Heights Foundation
Drug-Free South Travels 600 Miles for Drug Education in Tennessee
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South has, in just one month, traveled 600 miles to visit students across Tennessee and deliver information on the Truth About Drugs. - April 26, 2013 - Drug Free South
The Greater Phoenix Urban League Announces the 49th Annual Whitney M Young Awards Dinner - Together, Powering Our Communities for a Sustainable Future
The Greater Phoenix Urban League honors individuals and organizations who join in partnership in breaking down barriers to ensure socio-economic equality. - April 25, 2013 - The Greater Phoenix Urban League
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome's "iSocialSkills" Webinar Rescheduled for May 1
Originally slated for April 24, this Wednesday Webinar will discuss strategies to help students, parents and educators reduce risks, cope with challenges, and utilize interactive technology in pro-social ways. - April 25, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Hawai'i Sacred Choir—to be "Guest Choir" at Ely Cathedral, UK Presents Spring Concert in Honolulu April 27-28, 2013
Local Honolulu choir to present spring concerts this weekend at two cathedrals in Honolulu in preparation for their England tour in 2014. - April 24, 2013 - Hawaii Sacred Choir
Jacksonville Riders Raise Funds for PBTF
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's Northeast Florida Ride for Kids celebrated five years hosting the charity event in Jacksonville on April 21. - April 24, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Light Drinking During Pregnancy: CanFASD Responds to Confusing Information That Continues to Cloud the Issue
“It is well known that Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is the most common type of developmental disability worldwide, some of the most important unanswered questions in the field are 'how much alcohol in pregnancy is too much?' or what is a 'safe' amount of alcohol consumption in pregnancy and can we remember information on how much we drink accurately,” says Dr. Jocelynn Cook, Executive Director of the Canada Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Research Network (CanFASD). - April 24, 2013 - Canada FASD Research Network
The Way to Happiness Foundation Sets the Course for a Brighter Future at Nashville’s Earth Day Celebration
Nashville’s Earth Day Celebration at Centennial Park was a family-fun day of eco-friendly activities and information. Many groups were able to participate including The Way to Happiness Foundation. - April 24, 2013 - The Way to Happiness
Top Industry CEO's to Speak at High-Level Executive Networking Event
Unique opportunity to attend a high-level networking event with a panel of highly successful CEO's and Founders who will let you in on their "Three Keys To Business Success" - April 24, 2013 - Indra Public Relations
Pennyroyal Studio and Autism Speaks Release Puzzle Piece Charm
Pennyroyal Studio and Autism Speaks announce collaborative sterling silver Puzzle Piece Charm to benefit Autism Speaks. - April 23, 2013 - Pennyroyal Studio
Pennyroyal Studio Announces “Daddy” Paw Print Earrings with Cesar Millan
Pennyroyal Studio to release new jewelry design collaboration with Cesar Millan. The new "Daddy" Paw Print Earrings will benefit the Cesar Millan Foundation. - April 23, 2013 - Pennyroyal Studio
The Harvest Center Proud to Announce Colin Pinkney as New Executive Director
The Harvest Center of Charlotte is pleased to announce the appointment of experienced non-profit manager and North Carolina native Colin Pinkney as its new Executive Director. - April 23, 2013 - The Harvest Center
2013 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year Candidate to Host Roaring 20’s Affair
Sesha Gaston Partners with Sullivan’s Steakhouse for an Event to Raise Funds for Cancer Research and Patient Services. - April 22, 2013 - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, NC Chapter
American Textile Recycling Services Brings Textile Recycling to Earth Day Dallas
American Textile Recycling Services (ATRS) is excited to share its textile recycling mission at Earth Day Dallas Festival & Expo on Saturday and Sunday, April 20th and 21st, 2013 in Fair Park. Expected to attract over 60,000 visitors, Earth Day Dallas is the largest Earth Day celebration in... - April 21, 2013 - American Textile Recycling Service
Launch of the Roots of Christian Mysticism Course - Starting Thursday 25 April 2013 in London
This is a rare opportunity to reflect on the riches of the Christian contemplative tradition. Contemplation as the art of silent prayer, is no longer confined to the monasteries but is being reclaimed by the ordinary Christian. This is a course for anybody who wishes to explore their Christian... - April 21, 2013 - WCCM
Charity Finds Creative Approach to Fund Raising
The Child Wellness Research Foundation (CWRF), a non-profit foundation dedicated to funding pediatric medical research, announced today a partnership with KAKO Beauty, LLC. This partnership is a unique collaboration between a non-profit and a for-profit business in an effort to increase charitable... - April 20, 2013 - Child Wellness Research Foundation
JCM H.E.L.P. Center in Manassas to Begin Administrative Classes
The JCM H.E.L.P. Center in Manassas VA is beginning classes for its Administrative Certificate Program starting May 1st. - April 20, 2013 - Joyce Carelock Ministries
JCM H.E.L.P. Center in Manassas VA Seeking Volunteers for Day of Service
The JCM H.E.L.P. Center is currently seeking volunteers for a Day of Service to be held at the Hylton Boys and Girls Club in Dale City, Saturday, April 27, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Volunteers who can paint, help with old furniture and trash removal, and outside beautification are urgently... - April 20, 2013 - Joyce Carelock Ministries
Children Helping Children
Children throughout the Baltimore area will help children with life-threatening illnesses sleep more soundly. Children from Baltimore area Goddard Schools held a pajama drive through April 19th for the Casey Cares Foundation, a charity that provides uplifting and ongoing programs with a special touch to critically ill children. Children from 14 schools will be collecting new pajamas to give to seriously ill children for the charity’s Kami’s Jammies program. - April 20, 2013 - Casey Cares Foundation
Climate Controversy 2013 Book Release and Earth Day Find Common Ground
Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown, WV hosted a book signing reception for the newly-released book, Climate Controversy 2013 on Sunday, April 14th. The essays of eight Jefferson County, WV student winners of the 2013 Common Ground Student Essay Competition are included in the publication. The... - April 19, 2013 - Books Motivate Foundation, Inc.
One Picture Saves a Life Workshops Make Shelter Pets Into Photo Stars
Famed pet photographer Seth Casteel visits shelters across United States to teach free workshops on how to photograph pets, encourage volunteers, and increase adoption rates. - April 19, 2013 - GreaterGood
Business Financial "Boot Camp" Will Empower DC Metro Small Business Owners with Financial Strategies to Succeed
The Business Financial Boot Camp is designed to teach small business owners through hands on instruction, the financial skills to successfully manage and grow their business during a four hour intensive presented in easy to understand and implement terms. - April 19, 2013 - Sisters In Spirit (Not for Profit)
Excess Inventory Sale Benefiting Dress for Success Tampa Bay
The Dress for Success Tampa Bay Excess Inventory Sale is right around the corner, held at Lions Eye Institute on Friday, April 26, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturday, April 27, from 9:00 am to 3:00pm. Browse amazingly low priced attire, expand your wardrobe and help Dress for Success Tampa Bay... - April 19, 2013 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
CEP Showcases Character Education at Business4Better Conference
Character Education Partnership (CEP) is participating in the inaugural Business4Better (B4B) Conference and Non-Profit Expo, May 1-2, in Anaheim, California. The two-day, non-commercial conference focuses on corporate social responsibility and forming partnerships between enterprise companies and non-profits. - April 19, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
HH4Heroes Wounded Warrior Fundraising Campaign Song Bridges Gap in Between Battlefield and Home
Cause Artist Bekah Eden of BE Music Partners with HH4Heroes to Release Official Campaign Music Video of Wounded Warrior Fundraising Anthem "In Between." - April 19, 2013 - HH4Heroes
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Sponsors Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Sold-out event scheduled for April 18 at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood - April 18, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
National Association of Women Business Owners, Southern Nevada to Host Women of Distinction Awards May 3 in Las Vegas
Over 30 top Southern Nevada business women to be feted at May 3 luncheon at the Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino. - April 18, 2013 - NAWBO Southern Nevada
JCM H.E.L.P. Center in Manassas to Hold Graduation Ceremony
JCM H.E.L.P. Center in Manassas, VA will hold a graduation ceremony this Friday, April 19th. - April 18, 2013 - Joyce Carelock Ministries
DEA Youth Dance Program Expands to Reach Students in 20 Cities Nationwide; Plans to Grow to 30 Cities by 2014
Free Program Seeks Donations to Help Even More Kids Turn to Dance Instead of Drugs - April 18, 2013 - DEA Youth Dance Program
Ride for Kids Season Openers Raise More Than $100,000 for PBTF
2013 Ride for Kids events kicked off on April 14, raising more than $100,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation in its first weekend. - April 17, 2013 - Ride for Kids
AIM at Melanoma Launches Fullerton Walk
The inaugural AIM for the CURE Melanoma Walk in Fullerton will raise funds to support research for the CURE of melanoma on May 12. - April 17, 2013 - AIM at Melanoma
The Rainforest Site’s Donations to World Land Trust-US Surpass $100,000
Donations from GreaterGood’s The Rainforest Site’s “Click To Give” button and other activities have now surpassed $100,000 for World Land Trust-US projects to save rapidly disappearing habitat. “Each acre and square foot protected with GreaterGood's assistance makes a... - April 17, 2013 - GreaterGood
Women in Film & Video New England Eleventh Annual Screenwriting Competition
Women in Film & Video New England (WIFVNE) announces a call for entries for its Eleventh Annual Screenwriting Competition sponsored by Inktip, Final Draft, Script Chix and Lesley University. The WIFV/NE Screenwriting Competition promotes the work of female screenwriters and supports the creation of multi-dimensional leading film roles for women. The competition opened on April 2nd, 2013. Early bird submissions end on April 23rd and the final extended deadline is on June 4th, 2013. - April 16, 2013 - Women in Film and Video New England
2nd Annual Swingathon Funds Toxic Playground
Dilapidated Park Needs Swingers Mountain Park Civic Club will serve as this year’s host for the 2nd annual Swing-A-Thon to be held on June 8, Saturday, from 12pm to 12am, for the purpose of raising $75,000 in order to purchase a brand new playground to replace the one that they had since... - April 16, 2013 - Mountain Park Civic Club
Nationally Recognized Career & Encore Author to Appear in Minneapolis - Marci Alboher to Speak at SHiFT Event April 29
One of the nation’s top experts on career issues and workplace trends, Marci Alboher will be holding a town hall meeting in the Minneapolis, Marci will be joined by three local professionals who have made their own encore careers a reality. - April 16, 2013 - SHiFT
Mobilise Shanghai Public to be Part of the World’s Biggest Commercial
Join Jackie Chan, Bill Gates, PSY and world famous people in the fight to End Polio Now. - April 15, 2013 - Rotary China
The Juanita Kelly Foundation Announces Prom Dress Drive for Girls in Need
Every teenage girl’s dream is to put on her prom dress and have her prince charming take her on the elegant night of her dreams, but not every girl is able to have their dream dress. The Juanita Kelly Foundation is changing that by announcing a prom dress drive in which donations will go to... - April 15, 2013 - The Juanita Kelly Foundation
The Way to Happiness Foundation to Participate in Nashville’s Earth Day 2013
Earth Day boasts a number of eco-friendly organizations, including The Way to Happiness Foundation. - April 14, 2013 - The Way to Happiness