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Junior League’s Bargain Box Hosts Fashion Show at Citrus to Combat Childhood Hunger and Poverty

Junior League’s Bargain Box Hosts Fashion Show at Citrus to Combat Childhood Hunger and Poverty. Public tickets are available for purchase at jlgo.org. - April 12, 2012 - Junior League of Greater Orlando

Fighting America's High School Dropout Crisis, Local Taco Bell Restaurants Award More Than $30,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs in Middle Tennessee

More than $30,000 was awarded to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee by the Taco Bell Foundation for Teens which supported the 2012 Taco Bell Keystone College Tour. Encouraging Middle Tennessee teens stay in school and graduate, Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee offered... - April 12, 2012 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee

Brooklyn’s Largest Resource Fair for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

The best one-stop shopping for developmental disabilities services. - April 12, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY

Promise of Hope & Elevated Roofing Invite You to Attend the Freedom Run Frisco 2012, a 5k Race Benefiting the Survivors of Human Trafficking

Texas based nonprofit Promise of Hope continues their efforts to aid the sufferers of human trafficking. They are hosting the Freedom Run Frisco 2012, a 5k racing event to be held on the 14th of April. The entry fee collected from the participants of the event will directly assist the victims of... - April 11, 2012 - Promise of Hope

Trafficking Prevention Organization Competing for $2,500 Prize

The SOLD Project has a chance to win a $2,500 grant to fund its human trafficking awareness programs in Thailand, and all they need is your vote. - April 10, 2012 - The SOLD Project

National Capital Area Businesses Participate in Promotions Throughout April in Honor of Autism Awareness Month

Dozens of area businesses have joined with Autism Speaks to raise funds for research in honor of Autism Awareness Month. Many of the businesses are extending a discount to patrons who make a donation to Autism Speaks while others are offering puzzle-piece shaped cards to display for each... - April 09, 2012 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area

Gardening Helps Ex-Cons

Leadership Albuquerque and transitional living center, Dismas House New Mexico, invites Albuquerque community members dedicated to promoting social justice and peace to assist in a greenhouse “raising” on Saturday April 21, 2012 at Dismas House New Mexico’s Men’s... - April 08, 2012 - Dismas House New Mexico

Coming of Times: Messages from the Elders - Awakening Humanity’s Consciousness for a Better Planet

This 2 day forum event will be the first time Native Elders from around the globe will be lending their voices to speak about how to create a harmonious peaceful planet and work in partnership as a new humanity for a better world. - April 07, 2012 - We, The World

Campaign2Grow Makes Its Atlanta Debut

Ribbon Cutting and Launch Party for the Campaign2Grow on April 18, 2012 from 5 - 7 p.m. Come network, create meaningful relationships and learn about the campaign. Core Values of the campaign are "with tenacity we believe, serve, lead, educate and transform ourselves, our families, our communities and each other." - April 07, 2012 - Charitable Connections, INc.

Solid Gold Health Products Donates 43,375 Pounds of Dog Food to SPCA of Connecticut

Generous Corporate Food Donation will Feed Homeless Pets for a Year. - April 07, 2012 - SPCA of Connecticut

Sons of The American Legion Sponsor Laps of Love to Benefit 3 Children's Charities

The Detachment of Maryland Sons of The American Legion are proud to announce an event that will help raise money for three of their major Children and Youth Programs. On April 14th 2012 they will hold their First Annual Sons of The American Legion “Laps of Love 2012” to benefit the Casey Cares Foundation, Special Olympics Maryland and Child Welfare Foundation. - April 07, 2012 - Casey Cares Foundation

Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Creates Positive Change Through the Arts

Nashville Church of Scientology hosts seminar to help up and coming film makers. - April 07, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville

NAFA Heads Back to the Future at 2012 Institute & Expo

NAFA Fleet Management Association is proud to announce Dr. Peter Bishop and Jim Kenzie as Keynote Speakers for NAFA's 2012 Institute & Expo. - April 06, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association

South Beach Comes to Westchester for One Night Only - NBC’s Kate Snow Will Emcee Friends of Karen’s Spring Gala

Think “Miami Vice” meets “La Cage Aux Folles.” Friends of Karen, a children’s charity, presents its gala benefit “South Beach Comes To Life!” on Saturday, May 5th. Says NBC's Kate Snow, "They truly know how to change lives.” - April 06, 2012 - Friends of Karen

Burke County Teens Performing for OutRaleigh 2012

DV8, a teenage band from Burke County in North Carolina, will perform at the OutRaleigh festival on May 5, 2012; admission is free. - April 06, 2012 - LGBT Center of Raleigh

U.S. Marines Plan Historic 600 Mile Relay Run to Raise Funds and Awareness for Fellow Wounded Warriors

The Liberty Run Marines Group, Jersey City Police Marines Association, and a group of wounded warriors will take part in a 600 plus mile relay run to raise funds and awareness for our wounded warriors and pay tribute to the sacrifices of all our veteran brothers. On the morning of April 16, 2012... - April 06, 2012 - Liberty Run Marines Group

Hollywood Phenom Maurissa Tancharoen Whedon Fights Lupus

Spring Issue of Lupus Now® Magazine highlight’s how she found support through her all-star network of friends and family - April 05, 2012 - Lupus Foundation of America

Drug-Free South Brings World Health Day Celebration Home

The Foundation for a Drug-Free South participates in worldwide events to educate the community about the dangers of drugs. For World Health Day, they distributed booklets to their neighbors. - April 05, 2012 - Drug Free South

Southern Circuit Independent Film Series Concludes with “Lunch Line”

The Chattanooga Film Society (CFS) is concluding its presentation of the Southern Circuit independent film series on Monday, April 16th with a screening of Lunch Line at Loose Cannon Parties & Events, at 1800 Rossville Avenue, in Chattanooga's south side. The film follows six kids from one of... - April 05, 2012 - Chattanooga Film Society

Derrick Williams Foundation Launches Texting Campaign to Build New Learning Center/Facility

“Determined 2 Win” facility to be built in Prince George’s County, MD in the summer of 2012. - April 05, 2012 - United Charitable Programs

Happy Hour at Parlor 88 South to Benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Man & Woman of the Year 2012 Southwest Missouri candidates Becky Overend (Nexstar Communications) and Seth Elloitt (Parlor 88 Lounge) are hosting a benefit event Thursday, April 5th to raise funds for The Leukemia & lymphoma Society - April 05, 2012 - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Red Power Divas Half Marathon Training Begins Saturday, May 5th; Membership Tops 1,100 as Team Races Toward the San Jose Rock ‘n’ Roll Finish Line

The Red Power Divas walking/running support group kicks off its sixth training season on Saturday, May 5th. With no fees to join and no fund raising required, the team is now more than 1,100 members strong. People of all ages, shapes, sizes, and fitness levels are invited to join the team at Campbell Park (Campbell, California) at 7:30 a.m. for orientation on May 5th. - April 05, 2012 - Building Peaceful Families

Danforth Plant Science Center Ranks in Top 10 Best Places to Work-Postdocs

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center was recently ranked 8th in The Scientist Magazine's 2012 “Best Places to Work Postdocs” survey of non-tenured life scientists working in academia, industry or noncommercial research institutions. The Danforth Center employs 39 postdocs. More than... - April 04, 2012 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Ugly Global Water Crisis Gets a Makeover from ThirstTees

Diseased water and poor sanitation are getting a little cleaner with the help of ThirstTees, a clothing line urging everyone to “Wear Water.” - April 04, 2012 - ThirstTees

Charities Partner to Support First Responders

Non-profit organizations Operation Gratitude and Team Rubicon are joining forces to supply "First Responder Kits" to volunteers assisting with disaster relief. - April 04, 2012 - Operation Gratitude

Who’s Bad in Concert at OutRaleigh 2012

Who's Bad, a Michael Jackson tribute band, will be the headliner performance at the free OutRaleigh festival on May 5, 2012. - April 04, 2012 - LGBT Center of Raleigh

Fibromyalgia Awareness Day Events Announced by National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association (NFMCPA)

NFMCPA announces upcoming Fibromyalgia Awareness Day events highlighting support for research for a cure and difficulties in parenting with FM. - April 03, 2012 - National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association

13 Year Old Baseball Player Making a Difference

Since his 2010 little league season, Elliot, now 13 years old, has raised more than $10,000 for the Pittsburgh Children’s Hospital Child Life Program. Elliot’s slogan is “For The Kids!” - April 03, 2012 - FTK "For The Kids!" Baseball Charity

St. Louis Scottish Community Rallies Behind Local Student; Decries District Actions

The St. Louis Scottish community and supporters have rallied behind a local student at Granite City High School who was denied the right to celebrate his cultural heritage by wearing his family kilt to prom. “The Granite City School Board decision was very disappointing,” Dr. Jim... - April 02, 2012 - St. Louis Scottish Games

Mississauga Hinduism Summit to Present Hinduism’s Science, Denigration and "Digestion"

The Hinduism Summit aims to promote an understanding about the unique science behind Hinduism concepts and practices, and provide practical guidance on living Hinduism. It also aims to unite everyone interested in Hinduism to preserve it. - April 02, 2012 - Forum for Hindu Awakening

No Surprises Here . . . Surprise Lake Camp’s 110th Anniversary Gala a Smashing Success

Surprise Lake Camp celebrated its 110th Anniversary with a gala at the Marriott Marquis on Saturday, March 10, 2012. Over 400 alumni, supporters, and friends gathered together to honor 110 years of camping and congratulate three special people who have given years of service to the camp. One of... - March 31, 2012 - Surprise Lake Camp

Face of America Ride Welcomes Subway of the Bethesda Naval Hospital as Sponsor

World T.E.A.M. Sports welcomes Subway of the Bethesda Naval Hospital as a sponsor of the non-profit organization's Face of America ride. Subway will provide Saturday lunches for the expected 500 participants, including wounded warriors. - March 31, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports

Harvardwood Congratulates Its "Most Staffable TV Writers" for 2012

Five writers have been selected for the 2nd annual list of Harvardwood’s Most Staffable TV Writers. A panel of 22 industry professionals selected these writers based on their original TV pilots completed during the Harvardwood Writers Program this past fall. - March 31, 2012 - Harvardwood

An Exhibit of The History of Maine Labor Mural

Exhibit: The History of Maine Labor Mural - Shows the famous labor mural by artist Judy Taylor that was removed from the Maine Department of Labor by Governor Paul LePage. A vivid testimony to the debate on where art and politics meet. April 22 to May 6, 2012. Opening Reception: Sunday, April 22, 2:00 PM. Panel discussion with union officials, artists, and academics on Saturday, April 28, 1:30-2:45 PM. - March 30, 2012 - Lawrence History Center

KOSBE Calling for Entries Early This Year in the Prestigious Small Business Annual Awards Celebration

On April 1, the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will begin accepting applications and nominations for its Annual KOSBE Awards from KOSBE clients, Kingsport Chamber members and non-members alike. - March 30, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE

Samaritan’s Feet Names Scott Nagy, South Dakota State University Men’s Basketball Coach, Barefoot Coach of the Year

Coach Nagy will be recognized at the 2012 NCAA Final Four Legends of the Hardwood Breakfast festivities for his dedication to the Barefoot for Barefeet awareness movement. - March 30, 2012 - Samaritan's Feet International

Leading Women Picked to Present 21 Leaders Awards

Reporters, Soledad O’Brien and Stacey Tisdale and Activist and Playwright, Eve Ensler will act as the roving reporters handing out awards at the Women’s eNews 21 leaders for the 21st Century Gala, 2012 to be held on May 3. - March 30, 2012 - Women's eNews

Honor Flight Lands in Nevada

Honor Flight Nevada has finally landed in the “Battle Born” State of Nevada and will lead its first group of World War II (WWII) veterans to Washington, D.C. this summer to visit the National WWII Memorial. The mission of Honor Flight is to transport America’s veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit those memorials dedicated to honor their sacrifices. - March 30, 2012 - Honor Flight Nevada

Splore Guides City Academy Students on Pioneering Backcountry Expedition

Last weekend, Splore led a group of local students from City Academy on an expedition to a remote yurt in the Uinta Mountains for three days of backcountry skiing, avalanche and snow assessment and overall appreciation of the amazing natural resources here in Utah. The trip was a culmination of... - March 29, 2012 - Splore

Art for Autism

A silent art auction and informative presentation to benefit The Friendship Network for Children. The Friendship Network for Children is a non-profit mental health organization that provides counseling, groups and advocacy for children and teens with Autism. - March 29, 2012 - The Friendship Network for Children

Catholic Charities' Emerald Ball Signature Fundraiser Nets $250,000

Catholic Charities’ Emerald Ball, held on March 17 at The Ritz Carlton - Tiburon raised $250,000 (net, after expenses). This signature annual event is the charity’s largest fundraiser to support the mission of Catholic Charities benefiting individuals and families in need of social and... - March 29, 2012 - Catholic Charities

Accountants for Social Good (ASG) Passes 100K in Total Loan Amounts and 100 Members in Same Week

Created less than a year ago, Accountants for Social Good has come a long way from its humble roots of only 2 members. The team has consistently seen growth in membership and the amount of social good they are creating for entrepreneurs worldwide through their loans. Every month, Accountants for... - March 28, 2012 - Accountants for Social Good

Humanity First Celebrates World Water Day 2012

Every year on March 22, World Water Day is celebrated by all United Nations member countries and organizations as a reminder that access to clean drinking water is one of the fundamental human rights. Humanity First volunteers, donors and supporters came together on March 22, 2012 with a renewed... - March 28, 2012 - Humanity First

Nashville Church of Scientology Proudly Displays New Tribute to Founder L. Ron Hubbard’s Life

During the month of March, Scientologists around the globe celebrate the birth of their founder L. Ron Hubbard. This year marks his 101st birthday and the release of a brand new encyclopedic biography. - March 28, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville

Rescue Bank Receives Grant to Help Pet Owners in Kentucky

A $5,000 grant from GreaterGood.org went to Rescue Bank to help move donated pet food to Louisville, Kentucky. Warehoused at No Kill Louisville, approximately 27,000 pounds of animal food was then distributed to the communities hit by the March 2 tornadoes. The food will be used by local rescue... - March 28, 2012 - GreaterGood

Butterfly Release and Egg Hunt

St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church and The Chapel of St. Andrew Episcopal Church on the Campus of St. Andrew’s School will host the annual Butterfly Release and Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 4pm at the Chapel of St. Andrew on the Campus of St. Andrew’s School in Boca... - March 28, 2012 - Saint Gregorys Episcopal Church

Xclaimed Ministries Kicks Off the Spring Season with Free Toys, Bicycles and Food for the Community at the Xclaimed Concert Event

Xclaimed Ministries provided free toys, bicycles and meals to the community as they begin their 2012 "Concert in the Park" season. - March 27, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc

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