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Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. Congratulates Ms. Talia Ashley, Co-Founder
Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. is proud of one of its co-founders, Talia Ashley, in her is co-starring role in Matt Hardwick’s stage play production of “The Measure of a Man.” - June 22, 2012 - Hip Hop Grows Up Inc
America’s Family Pet Expo Seeks Exhibitors, Sponsors, and Demonstrations for Puyallup, Washington Event
The 2nd annual America’s Family Pet Expo is seeking Seattle area pet-related businesses and organizations to exhibit, sponsor, and demonstrate at the November 3-4, 2012 event. - June 22, 2012 - World Pet Association
HR People & Strategy, SHRM Release New Book for HR Employees and Students
HR People & Strategy (HRPS) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) today jointly released a new book called Point Counterpoint: New Perspectives on People & Strategy. Based on the popular “Perspectives” section in the award-winning quarterly HRPS People &... - June 22, 2012 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)
EmergyCare to Host Free CPR Training
On Saturday, June 30, 2012 EmergyCare will host a free Friends & Family CPR training event on the lawn of the Erie Zoo. In about 25 minutes participants will learn the basics of hands-only CPR as well as the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Participants will also receive a take home kit that includes a personal training manikin and training DVD to practice and share their skills. - June 22, 2012 - EmergyCare
Embrace Secures $25,000 in Weingart Foundation Funding
Southern California grantmaker invests in Embrace to support the Healing Our Heroes’ Homes (H3) program. - June 22, 2012 - Embrace
Conservationist Defends Science, Stewardship and Endangered Species Act in Congressional Hearing
Distinguished conservation ecologist, Duke University's Stuart Pimm, testifies before Congress how strong enforcement of conservation laws, including the Endangered Species Act, combined with sound science and responsible stewardship can prevent extinctions. - June 21, 2012 - SavingSpecies, Inc
Free Wheelchair Mission Nominated for 2012 CLASSY Award
Free Wheelchair Mission, a nonprofit based in Irvine, CA, has been nominated for a 2012 CLASSY Award in the field of Health and Well Being. - June 21, 2012 - Free Wheelchair Mission
IJIS Institute Appoints New Information Privacy Advisory Committee Chair
Patricia Hammar of PKH Enterprises to Chair Newly Formed Institute Committee. - June 21, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Karma411 Launches Crowdshare for Your Cause: Inspire and Win $500 for Your Nonprofit
Karma411 launches Crowdshare for Your Cause giving nonprofits and supporters a platform to gain awareness and a chance to win donations. - June 21, 2012 - karma411
TSBDC/KOSBE Hands-On QuickBooks Training at the Morristown Chamber of Commerce
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host a Hands-On QuickBooks Training event on Thursday, July 19 from 1-4 p.m., at the Morristown Chamber of Commerce, located at 825 W. 1st North... - June 21, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee Hosting Olympic Day Celebration 2012
Event to feature Olympian Constance Petracek, field and track events, relay races and more. - June 20, 2012 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
Women's Symposium Creates More Successful Women Entrepreneurs Around the World Who Pay It Forward
Glasgow Women Empowering Women Symposium, an event designed to help create more successful women entrepreneurs through teaching the social media advantage, enhance participation with interactivities to build their network and give the business edge of paying it forward while supporting charities that empower and support women and girls in around the world. - June 20, 2012 - Just Fearless
NBA Champion Trevor Ariza to Host Youth Basketball Camp in Los Angeles, Presented by The NSLA
Presented by National Sports Leagues of America and Powered by Elevated Game, Trevor Ariza Basketball Camp Returns to Southern California - June 20, 2012 - National Sports Leagues of America
Registration Now Open for 3rd Annual New Jersey Walks for TS Event in Mendham
Official 5K family run/walk will take place Saturday, November 3, at Borough Park and will benefit the education outreach programs of the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome - June 20, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Nashville Hispanic Community Honors Drug-Free South
The Hispanic community of Nashville is having a family day complete with bounce houses, food and even information on the truth about drugs. - June 20, 2012 - Drug Free South
New Website Gives Fresh Perspectives on Life, Hope and Truth
LifeHopeandTruth.com launched to give a fresh perspective on “the lack of understanding about the purpose of life, the lack of realistic hope for a better future and the lack of truth.” - June 17, 2012 - Church of God, a Worldwide Association
Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. Seeking Donations
The Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. “iPositive Movement” educational program is one of the most innovative non-profit, 501(c)3, organizations worldwide. H.H.G.U.'s vision is to recreate the village it takes to raise our children. H.H.G.U.'s mission is to bridge the gaps in education between our youth, parents/guardians, educators, and other positive mentors in the village/community. - June 16, 2012 - Hip Hop Grows Up Inc
Prescription Monitoring Programs Alliance Honors Scott Serich, Ph.D. of The IJIS Institute
Scott Serich, Ph.D, a senior project manager at the Institute, was honored by the Alliance of States with Prescription Monitoring Programs (ASPMP) for his work in advancing the national sharing of prescription drug monitoring information. - June 16, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Senator Christopher "Kip" Bateman Helps NJCTS Gain Joint Resolution for Rutgers Sharing Repository
Top representative from New Jersey 16th legislative district also presents New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders with Governor’s Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month proclamation. - June 16, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
YMCA Teams with Schlitterbahn to Promote Water Safety
As temperatures get higher, all we want is to get in the water and get refreshed! The YMCA of Austin is teaming with Schlitterbahn to make your wish come true and make you have a fun and safe summer. Schlitterbahn is offering special pricing for friends of the YMCA. Admission, Souvenir Cup and One... - June 16, 2012 - YMCA of Austin
Carlos Fuente Jr. Honored by Dominican Foundation
One hundred and forty friends, fans and “cigar family” members gathered at the Park Café on May 24 to honor Carlos Fuente Jr. as the Dominican Foundation’s Distinguished Humanitarian Award recipient. The award was presented at the Foundation’s Inaugural Gala hosted by... - June 15, 2012 - Dominican Foundation Inc
San Francisco Non-Profit Plans to Teach Computer Programming to 300 Girls in 90 Days Across the US
Black Girls Code continues to inspire young minds with a plan to train more than 300 girls to code during upcoming summer sessions across the United States. - June 15, 2012 - BlackGirlsCode
Older Adults Beat the Heat at the YMCA
Active Older Adult Programs Offer Healthy Activities, Socialization in Cool Comfort - June 14, 2012 - YMCA of Austin
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Announce Winners of Man and Woman of the Year
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) name Chad Plein and Arana Arth as their 2012 Southwest Missouri Man and Woman of the Year. The Southwest Missouri Man and Woman of the Year campaign was a ten week fundraising campaign to raise funds for blood cancer research, support local families battling... - June 14, 2012 - Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Southwest Missouri
Challenging Steps of Faith in Paul Karanick's Newly Released Book "Faith of a Mustard Seed"
Paul and Christina experienced what it means to have the faith of a mustard seed. The term is used by Christ to explain the power that one can have if we just have a little faith. - June 13, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Leading Researchers Call for $100 Billion Investment in Agriculture Research
Science holds the key to meeting global demands for food and fuel. - June 13, 2012 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
CarMax Opens New Store in Franklin, Tennessee
Cool Springs Store Celebrates with “Road Rally for Charity” Online Event - June 13, 2012 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
Inaugural "Frogman" Memorial Swim and Benefit Planned to Honor Fallen Navy SEAL with Ties to Florida
Special Warfare Operations Chief Petty Officer Aaron Vaughn, one of 22 Navy SEALS killed when their helicopter was shot down last year in Afghanistan, would have turned 31 this month. Instead his family and friends are planning a memorial Frogman Swim and Family Day to honor his life, benefit his small children, and remember a fallen hero who dedicated his life to protecting our country. - June 13, 2012 - Aaron Vaughn Memorial
Tucson-Based Activists Announce Walk Event to Raise Awareness for Victims of Pit Bulls and Other Dangerous Dogs
The grassroots organized walk event for victims of pit bulls and other dangerous dogs is the first of its kind in the country. - June 11, 2012 - Walk For Victims of Pit Bulls and Other Dangerous Dogs
Westminster's Aar River Gallery Hosts Cat Care Society "Tails of the Painted Cats" Wine & Cheese Reception June 29th, Featuring Cat Care Vineyards Wine Tasting
Cat Care Society's larger-than-life Painted Cats will be on display at Aar River Gallery, 3707 W 73rd Ave in Westminster, for a Wine & Cheese Reception June 29th – 6 to 8 p.m. Cat Care Vineyards six wine selections will be available for tasting. Admission is $10 per person at the door. - June 11, 2012 - Cat Care Society
The Hunger Site Celebrates 13th Anniversary by Adding New Charity Partners
The GreaterGood Network’s first “Click Here to Give” website celebrates its 13th anniversary in June. Since 1999, The Hunger Site has made possible millions of dollars in grants to feed those in need and fight the root causes of poverty. In 2012, The Hunger Site has added several... - June 10, 2012 - GreaterGood
HR People & Strategy Announces Walker Award Recipients; Award Honors State-of-the-Art Thinking or Practices in Human Resources Management
HR People & Strategy (HRPS) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2012 Walker Award. Scott Mondore, Shane Douthitt and Marisa Carson of Strategic Management Decisions received this unique award for their article, “Maximizing the Impact and Effectiveness of HR Analytics to Drive Business Outcomes,” which appeared in Volume 32, Issue 2 of People & Strategy journal. - June 10, 2012 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)
Grace Centers of Hope Celebrates Official Grand Opening of New Oak Park Thrift Store, June 22-23
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Local Dignitaries and special guests at 10 a.m. on June 22 - June 09, 2012 - Grace Centers of Hope
New Mexico’s Former Chief Justice to Keynote IJIS Institute Briefing
Justice Charles Daniels Presided Over New Mexico’s High Court for the Past Two Years - June 09, 2012 - IJIS Institute
March to a Million Continues
Operation Gratitude's March To A Million initiative will reach another milestone this month as dedicated and loyal volunteers continue to assemble and ship individually addressed care packages to U.S. Military personnel overseas. - June 09, 2012 - Operation Gratitude
American Portfolios Sponsors 2012 Adventure TEAM Challenge at Frost Valley, New York
American Portfolios and World T.E.A.M. Sports have teamed up with The Center for Discovery, Vedder Price and the Frost Valley YMCA to create the third annual Frost Valley Adventure Team Challenge for disabled youth this June 8-10. Held at the Frost Valley YMCA in the Catskill Mountains at... - June 09, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Singing the Psalms: Annual Delaware Valley Summer Institute July 8-11
Dr. Martin Tel, editor of newly-released “Psalms for All Seasons,” the most comprehensive English language Psalter ever produced, to lead annual series at Presbyterian churches in Stockton, Lambertville, Titusville and Mt. Airy, New Jersey. - June 08, 2012 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
Revolution Cycles Presents World T.E.A.M. Sports with Check for Face of America Sponsorship
Arlington, Virginia's Revolution Cycles provided a sponsorship check June 5 for their support of World T.E.A.M. Sports' 2012 Face of America ride from the Pentagon in Arlington to the historic battlefields of Gettysburg. - June 08, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
St. Vincent de Paul Hosting Friends of the Poor 5K Run, Walk
Registration is open for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago’s inaugural Friends of the Poor 5K Run/Walk. The race is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, at 9 a.m. on a USATF certified course at Cannon Drive and Fullerton Avenue in Chicago. The event is limited to a maximum of 500... - June 08, 2012 - Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago
Church of Scientology Hosts Seminar on Power of Performance
Grammy winning arranger and composer David Campbell helps newcomers to the music industry learn the basics of success. - June 08, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Building Peaceful Families Announces 2012 Top Community Dads Award Winners
Building Peaceful Families, in partnership with the San Francisco 49ers and the Santa Clara County Office of Education, today announced the recipients of this year’s Top Community Dads Award. - June 08, 2012 - Building Peaceful Families
Princeton Cyclist Completes 1,800 Mile Solo Ride for Eden Autism Services
Princeton, New Jersey resident John LaBosco completed an 1,800 mile solo bike journey up the East coast to raise money and awareness for Eden Autism Services. - June 08, 2012 - Eden Autism Services
LGBT Community Centers Serve Over 1.7 Million People Annually
Despite the slow economic recovery, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community centers manage to provide vital resources to 1.7 million people annually according to a comprehensive report released today by CenterLink and the Movement Advancement Project (MAP). The 2012 LGBT Community... - June 08, 2012 - CenterLink
Canyon High School Cross Country Mattress Fundraiser
On Saturday, June 23rd from 10am to 5pm the Canyon High School Cross Country Team is holding its 1st Annual Mattress Fundraiser Sale at the High School. Mattresses will be marked down 30-60% off with proceeds benefitting the Cross Country Program. - June 07, 2012 - Custom Fundraising Solutions - Austin
San Diego Man Trains for 28.5-Mile Swim in New York City to Benefit Monarch School
Blair Cannon Qualifies to Compete in a Swim Around the Manhattan Island; Aims to Raise Funding for San Diego’s Homeless Youth - June 07, 2012 - Monarch School
8th Annual Tee Off for Kids with Cancer
Shining Stars Foundation hosts their 8th annual Tee Off for Kids with Cancer golf tournament. This event helped create a partnership between the foundation and Signazon.com. - June 07, 2012 - Shining Stars Foundation
The Door That Opened: 12,000 Miles in 12 Months & 1500 Hours of Volunteer Work Across North America
Dames Gone Wild Doing Good Work www.damesgonewild.com On Friday the 13th, January, 2012, Carol Hasbrouck was downsized at her place of employment. Having been in the mortgage business for the last 24 years, she knew it wasn’t the end of the world. Carol pursued another job with yet another... - June 07, 2012 - Dames Gone Wild
American Composer's Forum - Los Angeles Announces 2012 Annual Composition Competition
American Composer's Forum - Los Angeles announces the opening of its 2012 annual composition competition. Compositions should be submitted for string trio with an optional electronic component. - June 07, 2012 - American Composer's Forum - Los Angeles
New Joint Panel to Identify Interoperability Issues in Biometric Systems
Panel will be led by the IJIS Institute’s Criminal Justice Information Services Programs Advisory Committee - June 07, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Free Small Group Hands-on Training Class: Get Found Online
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host a free Small Group Hands-On Training Class: Get Found Online on Thursday, June 21, 2012 from 9 – 11 a.m. at the Kingsport Chamber of... - June 07, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE