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Friends of the Valley Wins “Shaping the Destiny of Kenya” Award
Friends of the Valley, a charitable program sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), was recently recognized for their humanitarian efforts in Kenya by the Embassy of the Republic of Kenya - October 21, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
6th International SADS Foundation Conference
Highlights from one of October's biggest events in Utah. - October 20, 2012 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
“Two Shining Seas” Brings Premiere Audience to Their Feet
"Two Shining Seas" documentary detailing 2010 World T.E.A.M. Sports' Sea to Shining Sea cross-country ride with disabled veterans was well-received at October 13 showing at the Inland Empire Biking Alliance Film Fest in Redlands, California. - October 20, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
SVACA to Host Winter Adoptathon
The Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA) is inviting the community to join them at their annual winter adoptathon, Walking in a Whisker Wonderland. Adopters can "Pay What They Want" in adoption fees for SVACA’s adoptable animals. “This is one of our favorite events... - October 20, 2012 - Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
IJIS Institute Wins Two BJA Grant Awards
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission‐critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, is pleased to announce that the Institute was recently awarded two Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grants related to the technology of information sharing. - October 19, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Art Project Helps Those with Alzheimer’s
The Advocacy Art Project, a charitable program sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), is inspiring hope in Alzheimer’s patients by sharing "Discovery Art Cards." - October 18, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Grammy-Nominated Producer Kevin “Khao” Cates Celebrates Success of His 501(c) (3) Bridge DA Gap with Spectacular Red Carpet “Solution for Our Youth” Launch & Awards Show
Grammy-nominated producer, Kevin Cates hosted the official red carpet launch of his non-profit, youth development program, Bridge DA (Developing Academics) Gap in Atlanta on October 9th, 2012. - October 17, 2012 - Bridge DA Gap
Drug Education Can Still Make Change at University Level Says Drug-Free South
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South, recently invited to give lectures at Middle Tennessee State University, says “We never give up on kids, no matter their age.” - October 17, 2012 - Drug Free South
Rescue Chocolate Donates to St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center All November
St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center has been named the November 2012 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. Founded in 1939, St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center is dedicated to the humane treatment... - October 17, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate
Danforth Center’s “Conversations” Series Continues
From Uganda to the U.S. Heartland: a Look at Global Food Security Panel to include Ugandan Minister of Agriculture and Chancellor of University of Missouri - October 17, 2012 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
A Full Dose of Laughter on November 3 to Benefit Keystone House
Here is an opportunity for a double bonus – enjoy the benefits of an evening of laughter at the upcoming "Comedy Night" featuring stage and screen star Tommy Davidson and Friends and benefit Keystone House, Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Norwalk, CT, at the same time. - October 14, 2012 - Keystone House, Inc.
Accountants for Social Good (ASG) Nears Its 5,000th Microfinance Loan
The popular CPA Kiva lending team, Accountants for Social Good approaches its 5000th loan - an impressive feat given its humble beginning just two and a half years ago. Setting out with a mere two members in May 2010, ASG quickly grew in membership with dozens of CPAs and accounting professionals... - October 14, 2012 - Accountants for Social Good
Operation Warm Partners with K-LOVE and Air1 Radio’s Fall Pledge Drive
K-LOVE and Air1 Radio partner with Operation Warm to provide new high quality winter coats to a children in need. - October 14, 2012 - Operation Warm
New Yorkers Can Get a Headstart on Holiday Shopping with "Shop for Success"
The Second Annual Pop-Up Shop Offers Intimate Alternative to Department Store Shopping and Provides Exclusive Discounts on Designer Merchandise. All Proceeds to Benefit Dress for Success. - October 14, 2012 - Dress for Success Worldwide
Walk For Victims of Pit Bulls and Other Dangerous Dogs Approaches; Organizers Announce VIPs, Guest Speakers, Bands and More
Attendees include: Tucson Mayor Jonathan Rothschild and Ward 4 City Council Member Shirley Scott. National speakers include: Colleen Lynn, Founder of DogsBite.org, and Tony Solesky whose family lies at the center of the Maryland appellate court decision, Tracey vs. Solesky, declaring "pit bulls inherently dangerous." - October 13, 2012 - Walk For Victims of Pit Bulls and Other Dangerous Dogs
Musiq Soulchild’s Publisher Donates Book Sales to Breast Cancer Awareness
Musiq Soulchild and his publisher, DIP Publishing House, are dedicating a portion of their book sales to breast cancer awareness this month. 1 4 3 — Love According to Musiq offers a platform for individuals and those in love to develop a lasting and effective dialog for the betterment of... - October 13, 2012 - GreaterGood
Celebrating 10 Years of Sight for Kids on World Sight Day
Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) and Johnson & Johnson Vision Care (JJVC) are celebrating 10 years of partnership and reaching a vision screening milestone of over 16 million children through their Sight for Kids program. To commemorate this milestone, the Sight for Kids program... - October 13, 2012 - Lions Clubs International Foundation
Nationwide Safe School & Anti Bullying Assistance. Free Education, Training & Support. Black Transmen, Inc Commits to Student Safety & Saving Lives.
Black Transmen, Inc reaches out to students, parents and educators in elementary, junior high school and high schools nationwide to promote safe schools and end bullying. Black Transmen, Inc provides free education and training to local communities nationwide in gender, sex and sexuality. - October 12, 2012 - Black Transmen, Inc
Gladys Reyes Earns Certified Meeting Professional Designation
NAFA Fleet Management Association is proud to salute Gladys Reyes on taking the initiative and earning her Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation. - October 12, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
IJIS Institute Publishes New White Papers
Two new advisory committee-authored technology perspectives. - October 12, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Celebrate the Inaugural International Day of the Girl
After a two-year campaign led by Plan Canada and thousands of Canadians, an international day to recognize girls’ rights is finally here. - October 11, 2012 - Plan Canada - Because I Am A Girl
iLive Campaign Launches iLive HIV+ with Michelle Anderson, Ms. Plus America 2011
Every life is precious. The iLive Campaign stands behind that fact. Michelle Anderson, Ms. Plus America 2011, is first openly HIV positive woman to ever run for and win a national pageant title. She lends her story, time and talent to help women living with HIV through the iLive Campaign. Breaking the silence and seeking help is what iLive is all about. - October 11, 2012 - iLive Campaign
Clarkston Consulting Sponsors Ronald McDonald House Northern Nevada
The Ronald McDonald House® of Northern Nevada announced today the receipt of a generous donation from Clarkston Consulting, a management and technology consulting firm. Working with its clients and business partners, Clarkston donated over 300 care packages filled with numerous items to support... - October 11, 2012 - Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada
5K Run and Walk Announced at a Time of Great Need in Pike County
The Pike County Outreach Council will host its annual 5K Run and Walk on Nov. 17 during Waverly’s Jingle Bell Weekend. The event will take place at Bristol Village, 625 E. 5th St. at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds from the event will go to the Outreach Council, which has served Pike County since... - October 11, 2012 - Pike County Outreach Council
Find a Dream’s Michael Moorer Training Fighters for Upcoming Title Bouts
Former Champion Fighters Vying for NABA Lightweight and WBO Light Heavyweight Titles - October 10, 2012 - Find A Dream
New Organic Mocha Chocolate Bar from Rescue Chocolate
A new coffee-flavored bar has entered the ranks of artisan dark chocolate products. Rescue Chocolate recently launched its Forever Mocha bar, featuring organic and fair-trade chocolate, coffee, and hazelnut praline. The bar gets its name from the dog whose photo is featured on the label. Mocha... - October 10, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate
Church of Scientology Helps Artists Broaden Outreach
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville to host music seminar with singer/songwriter Deedee O’Malley on October 20th. - October 10, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
“Two Shining Seas” and “High Ground” to Change Viewer’s Lives
Two documentary motion picture events this autumn bring the compelling adventure of World T.E.A.M. Sports to theaters nationally. "Two Shining Seas" and "High Ground" document the non-profit's 2010 Sea to Shining Sea ride and Soldiers to the Summit Nepal climb with disabled veterans. - October 07, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
HABcore, Inc. Held 15th Annual Gala
HABcore, Inc., a not-for-profit organization that provides housing for the homeless, held its 15th annual fall gala, Showboat on the Shrewsbury, at McLoone’s Rum Runner in Sea Bright. Distinguished guests include New Jersey State Senator Jennifer Beck and Red Bank Mayor Pasquale Menna. - October 07, 2012 - HABcore, Inc.
Tanenbaum Presents “Heroes of Hope: Combating Violence Among Muslims, Christians and Other Faiths,” October 9 and 10, in New York City
Two unsung heroes of hope share stories of their grassroots work in war-torn Indonesia and Sri Lanka and how they are combating -- and even preventing -- armed violence between humans with differing religious beliefs. - October 06, 2012 - Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding
DonorDrive Software and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Extend Fundraising Relationship for Five Years
DonorDrive Social Fundraising Software and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals announce a five-year extension of their successful relationship that's raising millions annually for 170 children's hospitals. - October 06, 2012 - DonorDrive
Redlands Film Festival Premiere of Two Shining Seas Brings Director, Veteran Rider
Austin Smithard’s feature "Two Shining Seas," documenting World T.E.A.M. Sports' 2010 Sea to Shining Sea cross-country ride with disabled veterans, will see its national public premiere at southern California’s Inland Empire Biking Alliance Film Fest October 13. - October 06, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Over 300 Internet Christians Meet in Person at First-Time-Ever Event in Mexico City
Global Media Outreach and YWAM Bring People Together via E-mail Technology. - October 06, 2012 - Global Media Outreach
Autographed Original Paper Mosaic of Peyton Manning by Renowned Sports Artist Russell Irwin for Invisible Disabilities Association Honors Banquet on October 14th
St Louis artist and IDA Ambassador, Russell Irwin creates and donates a one of a kind Peyton Manning Paper Mosaic for the Invisible Disabilities Association’s 2012 Honors Banquet. The Paper Mosaic is autographed by both Russell Irwin and by Peyton Manning. IDA is so thrilled to receive this amazing donation which is the center piece of their live auction at their 5th Annual Honors Banquet on October 14th at the Denver Marriott South in Lone Tree, Colo. Russell will be in attendance at the event. - October 05, 2012 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Organization Helps Sandusky Victims and Others Affected by Child Sexual Abuse
The Let Go... Let Peace Come In Foundation has subsidized trauma therapy for two of the young men associated with the Jerry Sandusky case and others. In an effort to bring healing, recovery, and scientific knowledge to the problem of child sexual abuse the foundation has initiated a fundraising campaign on the popular website Indiegogo. - October 05, 2012 - Let Go Let Peace Come In Foundation
International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) Hosts Conference in Mexico City, Worldwide Experts Speak on UV Technology
UV is a green technology that improves the quality of drinking water and offers a high tech option for cleaning wastewater - so pollutants have a lesser impact on the environment. The International Ultraviolet Association is hosting an all day workshop in Mexico City, to bring together global experts in the field of UV water disinfection technology. - October 05, 2012 - International Ultraviolet Association
Denver Area Resident to Pedal 1,400 Miles to Detroit in an Effort to Raise Money, Awareness for Three Extraordinary Kids Battling Cancer, Illness
Denver business owner Marc DesRosiers has been training since December. An avid cyclist, he will leave this Sunday and muscle through approximately 100 miles/day to raise money for a nonprofit cause tagged ‘Lake Orion Loves,’ which will help three young kids from his hometown of Lake Orion, MI, fighting life threatening diseases. - October 04, 2012 - Sister Souls, Inc.
Kid's Coin Drives Add up to 2,000 Pounds of Food Distributed to Help Hungry
Teen non-profit spent summer raising funds for food distributions. Donate Don’t Dump encourages grocery stores & food co to donate surplus or short dated products to food banks & raise awareness about hunger. Companies that donate are recognized with “Proud Donor” Logo. The logo was created by Gabrielle, age 12 to raise awareness and influence consumers. "Sadly, this food could be saved from the landfills before it becomes waste, with 1 in 4 children suffering from hunger, it is an outrage!" - October 04, 2012 - Donate Don't Dump
Fall Festival Brings Together Holly Springs School and Big Cat Wildlife Sanctuary
A Holly Springs school is using its annual fundraiser to partner with a big cat rescue center and wildlife sanctuary to educate children, parents and local businesses about the plight of the large predators. - October 04, 2012 - The New School Montessori Center
IFRM Has Chosen Fire-Advisory Board Chairperson
The International Fire Relief Mission elected its next Chairperson this week. This person will fill a 3 year term. - October 04, 2012 - International Fire Relief Mission
Pink Ribbon Army Marches Across Facebook
Half a million fans on Facebook have joined the “Pink Ribbon Army,” a social media application to raise awareness and fight the disease which afflicts millions of women around the world. This month, GreaterGood Network’s The Breast Cancer Site is encouraging even more recruits... - October 04, 2012 - GreaterGood
The Toral Family Foundation Supports Darrell Gwynn Foundation’s Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week Initiative with Substantial Gift
The Toral Family Foundation (TFF) and the Toral, Garcia, Battista Attorneys at Law, have joined the Darrell Gwynn Foundation in its mission of increasing awareness of spinal cord injuries through a combined $150,000 donation to support Florida’s Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week (SCIAW)... - October 04, 2012 - Toral Family Foundation
Chocolate BARK Fur Pet Lovers is the Sweet Treat That Gives Back with Every Bite
Sue's Confections, LLC, a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania manufacturer of handcrafted confections and 3D chocolates is helping out good causes by offering pet lovers a sweet treat that gives back with every bite. Sue's Confections has created three flavors of chocolate candy bark with a unique twist. - October 04, 2012 - Good Paws Good Cause, LLC
Rock & Roll Celebrity Waiter Dinner to Serve Up Fun to Benefit the Heights Center
“Celebrity” waiters will serve up food, fun and "Rock and Roll" at the Heights Foundation’s Celebrity Waiter Dinner hosted by Yabo Restaurant on Monday, October 15 from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Local musicians will fill in as wait staff and compete for tips that inspire... - October 04, 2012 - Heights Foundation
Chicago to Kick Off Garifuna-American Heritage Month of Illinois This November
In 2011, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, proclaimed the month of November as Garifuna-American Heritage Month in response to a petition by Garinagu Lun Awanseruni of Chicago, Inc and members of the community. - October 04, 2012 - Garinagu Lun Awanseruni of Chicago, Inc.
Local Non-Profit Announces FUBU Co-Founder as National Spokesperson
One Community, One Voice, One Vision is pleased to announce their National Spokesperson, Mr. Keith Perrin, Jr. The vision of OCOVOV aligns perfectly with his passion to give back and support our communities. Mr. Perrin is an accomplished, well know entrepreneur who successfully introduced FUBU... - October 04, 2012 - One Community, One Voice, One Vision
Kentucky Down Syndrome Groups Have a Question for the Vice Presidential Debate
Should it be U.S. Policy for Down syndrome to be prevented through prenatal testing? - October 02, 2012 - Kentucky Down Syndrome Network
80-Year-Old Trader Joe's Man to Rappel Off 36-Story Bonaventure Hotel
80-year-old Leroy Watson, the first employee of Trader Joe's, Southern California's well-known specialty grocery stores, will rappel from the top of the Bonaventure Hotel in downtown LA on Friday October 5 as a lead contributor in this year's hair-raising fund raiser for the Los Angeles Boy Scouts of America. - October 02, 2012 - Boy Scouts L.A.
Let's Play Ten-Ten: Nigeria's Most Innovative Charity Initiative?
Despite global financial challenges, giving should be fun, flexible and fulfilling: www.facebook.com/letsplaytenten - October 01, 2012 - Let's Play Ten-Ten
QuickBooks Basic Training Offered at ETSU Innovation Laboratory
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center at East Tennessee State University and its Kingsport Affiliate Office (KOSBE) will be holding a QuickBooks (QB1) Basic Training Course on Thursday, October 11, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to Noon at the East Tennessee State University Innovation Laboratory,... - September 30, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE