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“Walk for Humanity” Event Organized to Support Humanity First USA
MKA USA is holding the “Walk for Humanity” in the New York area, the Washington D.C. area, and the Chicagoland area on September 28th and September 29th. The purpose of the event is to raise funds for organizations that strive to save lives and improve the quality of life of individuals... - September 29, 2012 - Humanity First
Second Annual Bra-Vo Art Exhibit and Fundraising Event to Support Breast Cancer Survivors and Treatment at PIH
The second annual Bra-Vo fundraising event will be held at the Ruth B. Shannon Center for the Performing Arts at Whittier College on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 4 pm. - September 29, 2012 - Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
Sea to Shining Sea Finisher Captain Ivan Castro Nominated for USAA Athletic Inspiration Award
Blind Iraq War veteran Captain Ivan Castro, who rode across the United States with World T.E.A.M. Sports’ Sea to Shining Sea ride, is a nominee for the 2012 USAA Athletic Inspiration Award for Courage in Sports. - September 29, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Pal's Business Excellence Institute Hosts Free Quality Forum Conference for Area Businesses
Pal’s BEI president David McClaskey will deliver the keynote address at the Tri-Cities Quality Forum on October 9, from 8 a.m. - Noon at the Toy. F. Reid Eastman Employee Center in Kingsport. The forum, which is free and open to the public, will feature nine talks on “quality... - September 29, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Lilly Pulitzer® Partners with The Breast Cancer Charities of America for National “Shop and Share” Event
Retailer Lilly Pulitzer and The Breast Cancer Charities of America are partnering for a shop and share event in which iGoPink Fashion Fights Breast Cancer will receive 10% of sales on October 6, 2012. - September 28, 2012 - The Breast Cancer Charities of America
Sixty-Seven Rescue Groups Receive $75,000 in Round 3 of 2012 Shelter+ Challenge
In the third round of voting of The Animal Rescue Site’s $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge with Petfinder.com in 2012, The Cat House on the Kings won the $5,000 Grand Prize. Fans of the California cat rescue group voted them into an early lead in this round hosted on the GreaterGood Network website... - September 28, 2012 - GreaterGood
Senator Harkin and Congressman Young Highlight Enable America Anniversary Events
Enable America marked ten years of service to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities through a series of events in Washington D.C. this month, including a Capitol Hill reception in honor of Senator Tom Harkin and Congressman C.W. “Bill” Young. “People... - September 28, 2012 - Enable America
The "8 Ingredients of a Smart Relationship"
A research-based e-course for cultivating the relationship skills that impact our lives. No matter how much time we devote to improving ourselves, we still need the company of others to feel and be our best. From dating to marriage, parenting to the workforce, how we affect others and shape the relationships in our lives is a matter of having the skills to succeed. - September 28, 2012 - Smart Relationships
Jersey Dreamin’ Concerts in Mentor and Akron Benefit Local Veterans’ Organizations
Benefit Concert Features Original Lead Singer from The Shirelles, Bobby Valli’s Jersey Boys Tribute to the Four Seasons, and Original Crest, J.T. Carter - September 28, 2012 - Pedal For Heroes
Introducing WishYouWereVegan Online Fashion and Design Community
KRZE Studio launches vegan fashion and design online community and social project. - September 28, 2012 - KRZE Studio / WishYouWereVegan
Invisible Disabilities Champions Join the Expedition in Lone Tree, Colorado for the Invisible Disabilities Association’s 5th Annual Honors Award Banquet on Oct. 14, 2012
Colorado based Invisible Disabilities Association honors individuals and organizations from Colorado and around the nation at their fifth annual awards banquet in Lone Tree, CO on Oct. 14, 2012. Keynote speakers will be world record holder, adventure athlete Antarctic Mike (Pierce) and his wife, Angela. Renowned Radio Host Rick Crandall of Studio 1430 KEZW will be the Master of Ceremonies. Roselyn Saunders, local community volunteer extraordinaire, is this year’s Honorary Banquet Chair. - September 27, 2012 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Xclaimed Wraps Up the Summer with a Bang
Xclaimed Ministries wrapped up their 2012 summer outreach schedule on September 22. It is estimated that over 400 people attended the “Concert in the Park” of which nearly half were children. The purpose of the Xclaimed Ministries concerts is to reach out into the community and help... - September 27, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
AT&T Championship Secures the Top Thirty Charles Schwab Cup Points Leaders on the Champions Tour for October Tournament
AT&T Championship announces the commitment of the current top thirty Charles Schwab Cup points leaders on the Champions Tour;Most recent commitments are Charles Schwab Cup Points leader, Tom Lehman, and defending champion of the AT&T Championship, Fred Couples; The tournament will be held on Oct. 22-28 at TPC San Antonio’s AT&T Canyons Course. - September 27, 2012 - AT&T Championship
Farm Animals to Benefit from Rescue Chocolate Sales in October
Can chocolate benefit farm animals? The answer is a qualified yes, as Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM) will be the Rescue Chocolate beneficiary for October 2012. The dark chocolate company, whose products are only for human consumption, selects a different animal rescue organization to receive... - September 27, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate
Government of Senegal to Officially Host 2012 Edition of Pan-African Agribusiness Forum
The Government of Senegal and EMRC International partner to spotlight Africa’s agricultural and Agri-Food sector potential. - September 27, 2012 - EMRC International
Adina's Angels Land in Ardsley - Out of Grief Comes a Way to Help Children's Charity Friends of Karen
After losing her husband, son and daughter within five months, Paula Berkowitz established The Adina's Angels Fund at Friends of Karen, and has raised over $100,000 so far. "In this endless fight for critically-ill children and their families, Friends of Karen is a lifeline," she says. On October 12, "Dance The Night Away for Adina's Angels" continues that mission. - September 27, 2012 - Friends of Karen
Denver Initiative to Illuminate Lives in Uganda
Two organizations, Nokero and the Women's Global Empowerment Fund (WGEF) are teaming up via the Juwa Initiative to provide solar powered lights for literacy participants in northern Uganda. - September 27, 2012 - Women's Global Empowerment Fund
Resident Physicians at JFK Family Medicine Receive Tourette Syndrome Insight from South Plainfield Teen
Tommy Licato describes his experience with TS and addresses questions on doctors, diagnosis, medication, co-morbid disorders and quality of life. - September 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Free Wheelchair Mission Wins 2012 Classy Award in Health and Well Being
Free Wheelchair Mission, a faith-based nonprofit organization that provides "the transforming gift of mobility to the physically disabled poor in developing countries, as motivated by Jesus Christ," has won the 2012 Classy Award in the category of Health and Well Being. - September 26, 2012 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee Announces the Sponsorship of the Child and Adult Care Food Program
Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee announces the sponsorship of the Child and Adult Care Food Program. Meals will be provided at no separate charge to eligible children at the following locations: Andrew Jackson Clubhouse - 916 16th Ave. N. Nashville, TN 37208 Glenview Clubhouse (located... - September 26, 2012 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
Phoenix Old World Oktoberfest to Support Grace in the City’s Summer Heat Respite Program for the Homeless
As part of its mission to be a good community partner by supporting worthwhile charitable initiatives in the local community, the Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures has selected Grace In The City's Summer Heat Respite program for the homeless to receive proceeds from food sales at its 7th Annual Phoenix Old World Oktoberfest, Oct 5 & 6. GLC's Heat Respite program served a record number of meals this summer to homeless refuge seekers in Phoenix. - September 26, 2012 - Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures
Teenagers Help Jersey Shore Medical Center Resident Physicians Better Understand Tourette Syndrome
Amanda Silvers, 17, and Grace Hawruk, 16, describe their experiences with TS and address questions about diagnosis, treatment, quality of life and obtaining a driver’s license. - September 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Wish Upon A Hero Foundation Makes Dream Come True for Teenager with Tourette Syndrome
Tommy Licato, 14, of South Plainfield, NJ, is honored at a Somerset Patriots baseball game with tickets to a Broadway show as a reward for his work with the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome - September 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Dhurata's Nine Lives - from Having Nothing to Obtaining an Associate's Degree in Accounting
Dhurata Skenderi, 42, recently graduated from Bramson ORT College with an Associate's degree in Accounting. This past June, a record of nearly 400 students earned two-year associate degrees in business management, computer information systems, electronics technology, medical assistance and office... - September 25, 2012 - ORT America
Back to School Apparel for a Powerful Cause
Clothing company vineyard vines® teams up with SolSolution to dress Massachusetts for success and raise money for our local solar schools. - September 24, 2012 - SolSolution, Inc.
Nonprofit Opts Out of Traditional Fundraiser for Online Campaign
Much to the dismay of rubbery chicken lovers, connoisseurs of gift certificates and enthusiasts of impulse auction items, this fall Splore will not host the annual Harvest Moon fundraiser. Rather, the organization is putting effort and energy into their annual fund drive in order to cut costs and... - September 22, 2012 - Splore
Colorado Walk Now for Autism Speaks - Saturday, September 22, 2012
Over 750 people with autism, their families and friends will Walk Now for Autism Speaks and raise funds for autism awareness, research and advocacy efforts. - September 22, 2012 - Autism Speaks, Colorado Springs, CO
Holy Family Institute Announces New Board Chairperson for Its Foundation
Holy Family Institute announces Charles J. Dougherty, Ph.D., President of Duquesne University, was appointed to serve as the Chairperson of the Holy Family Foundation Board. “Dr. Dougherty understands the financial challenges we face to improve the quality of life for our community’s... - September 22, 2012 - Holy Family Institute
Keystone Sunset Cruise a Success
On August 22, 2012, over 40 people enjoyed a sunset cruise to benefit Norwalk based Keystone House. Aboard the new 45 ft. Norwalk Seaport Association’s ferry, the guests enjoyed a narrated tour of the Norwalk Islands as well as learning more about Keystone, a Norwalk based not for profit,... - September 21, 2012 - Keystone House, Inc.
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council and InnoCentive Inc. Announce Winners of Sustainability Summit Innovation Challenge
The Winning Multicultural Businesses Created Green Tech Products and Services Ranging from a Solar Flying Airship and Biodegradable Desk Accessories to Organic Fertilizer and Youth Sustainability Leadership. They will be honored at The Council’s Sustainability Summit on October 9 in NYC. - September 21, 2012 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
LitWorld’s Stand Up for Girls Campaign
Advocating for Every Girl’s Right to a Quality Education in Honor of the Annual United Nations International Day of the Girl, October 11. - September 21, 2012 - LitWorld
Lights, Camera, Action; Morning Star Fishermen
Aquaponics Expert Hallam Murray Visits Local Business Morning Star Fishermen, Who Will Star in New Documentary - September 21, 2012 - Morning Star Fishermen
Church of Scientology Nashville Representatives Visit New National Office
A new national church opened this week for the Church of Scientology in the United States. - September 21, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
World Premier "Theatrical Auction" called "BID HIGH - BUY LOW"
Auctioneer (AU4383), Theatrical Producer and owner of White Glove Auction Company (AB3187) Mr. Karl Lindholm is taking one of the oldest professions known to man and raising it out of the gutter, washing it off and dressing it up in his world premier “Theatrical Auction” called “BID HIGH – BUY LOW.” This is a “Real” auction that is theatrically oriented. The audience will really be bidding on fabulous items from several estates from the Boca Raton and Delray Beach area. - September 21, 2012 - White Glove Auction Company
Canadian Gift of Music Foundation Launches New Website
Canadian charitable foundation providing free music lessons launches website. - September 20, 2012 - Gift of Music Foundation Inc
Distracted Driving Affects Everyone
NAFA Fleet Management Association is a proud supporter of the annual Drive Safely Work Week campaign sponsored by NETS. The campaign takes place this year October 1-5. - September 20, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
IJIS Institute and APCO International Publish CAD “Standards” Document
Document is an invaluable resource for public safety organizations - September 20, 2012 - IJIS Institute
School Fundraiser Receives National Parenting Center Seal of Approval 2012
Feed a Child's Mind Fundraisers are proud to announce their selection for the National Parenting Center's Seal of Approval in 2012. - September 20, 2012 - Feed a Child's Mind Fundraisers
"An Evening at Tribeca Rooftop" to Benefit Critically-Ill Children
Manhattan skyline is the backdrop for Friends of Karen's gala fundraiser, which will honor Beth Leventhal and First Data Corp., and benefits children with cancer or another life-threatening illness. - September 20, 2012 - Friends of Karen
Eastern National Publishes American Latinos and the Making of the United States
The compelling story of American Latino heritage in the United States from the early 19th century to today is the focus of Eastern National’s new publication, American Latinos and the Making of the United States. Authored by Yale University Professor Stephen Pitti, PhD, the book provides an... - September 20, 2012 - Eastern National
Church of Scientology Hosts Seminar by Prominent Composer
The Nashville Church of Scientology hosted a seminar for musicians by David Campbell and Raven Kane on September 10, 2012. - September 20, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
California STEM Learning Network - California After School Network Awards Expand Out of School STEM Learning Opportunities
Power of Discovery: STEM2 awards fund three regional partnerships to expand learning opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for young people in California’s out-of-school time settings. - September 19, 2012 - California STEM Learning Network
Nadadores of South Florida to Host 12th Annual Swimsuit Fashion Show and Fundraiser on Sep 22, Benefiting Save Foundation
The Nadadores of South Florida, one of Miami-Dade County’s longest-running sports teams, will host its 12th annual Noche Nadadores fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012 at 8 p.m. at the KMP Furniture Gallery in Miami’s historic MiMo District. The annual fundraiser, which has been... - September 19, 2012 - Nadadores of South Florida
NAFA Creates Utility Line Clearance Tree Equipment Committee
NAFA Fleet Management Association announces the creation of a new committee for fleet managers whose companies perform utility line clearance tree trimming services. - September 19, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Samaritan Ways First Thrift Store Grand Opening
In an effort to help raise money to support its charity efforts to help under privileged families, Samaritan Ways is opening is first thrift store. 1500 N Rockwell Ave., Oklahoma City. - September 19, 2012 - Samaritan Ways Thrift
Forest of Angels is an Event with Business, Charity and Kids in Mind
November 17 marks the opening day for Forest of Angels. November 17th through December 24, 2012, Forest of Angels, Inc. will be transforming a local mall into a beautifully decorated Christmas tree forest. Businesses that are part of the event will decorate a tree, and compete for a top prize that... - September 18, 2012 - Forest of Angels Inc
International Women’s Initiative Launches "Safe Birthing Project"
This September, the International Women’s Initiative will be launching the first phase of the "Safe Birthing Project," a program to be launched in the Amolatar District of Northern Uganda. The Safe Birthing Project is a community-based initiative that aims to contribute to efforts... - September 18, 2012 - International Women's Initiative
PNC Grant to Fund Communities in Schools of Wake County Pre-K Initiative
$45,000 Grant Will Establish Pre-K Program at CIS Wake Learning Centers - September 16, 2012 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
White Horse Youth Ranch (whyranch.org) Celebrates Five Years Helping Our Socially-Challenged Youth
Did you know we have a Free youth horsemanship program right here in Vegas? WHY Ranch (whyranch.org) partners one child with one horse to help them build their self esteem, develop a sense of responsibility, honesty and respect - and is delighted to celebrate a full five years in operation,... - September 16, 2012 - WHY Ranch
Texas Book Festival Author Lineup Announced by First Lady Laura Bush
Cheryl Strayed, Tony Danza, Robert Caro, Jewel headline event Oct. 27-28 at the State Capitol. - September 16, 2012 - Texas Book Festival