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Two Kentucky Food Banks Receive Gift That Give More Grants
GreaterGood.org announced more than $12,000 in grants going to Kentucky food banks dealing with the aftermath of the February and March tornado strikes in that region. These grants were made possible by the “2012 Tornado Strikes - Help Now” Gift That Gives More [tm] featured at The... - March 25, 2012 - GreaterGood
Enable America Names Five Winners in Tampa Bay Lightning Contest to Honor Disabled Veterans and Wounded Warriors
Five disabled veterans have been chosen as winners in Enable America’s “Fan of the Game” contest, which was held in conjunction with the Tampa Bay Lightning. The five will be honored in a series of events this weekend, including the Lightning’s game Saturday night against... - March 24, 2012 - Enable America
Millman N.R.G. Foundation Teaching Golf to Disabled and Disadvantaged
Scott Millman established the Millman N.R.G. Foundation with United Charitable Programs in hopes of making the game of golf more accessible to individuals with disabilities and those who are disadvantaged. - March 24, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Capital One Signs as Presenting Sponsor for World T.E.A.M. Sports’ Face of America Ride
Capital One Financial Corporation has signed as the Presenting Sponsor for World T.E.A.M. Sports' inclusive Face of America bicycle ride this April 27-29. The ride attracts nearly 500 participants, including wounded warriors and active military. - March 23, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Secretary LaHood Heads List of Inaugural NAFA Safety Leadership Award Winners
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, Jack Hanley (Executive Director, Network of Employers for Traffic Safety), and Janet Froetscher (President & CEO, National Safety Council) will be honored at NAFA's 2012 Institute & Expo as the inaugural recipients of NAFA's Safety Leadership Award. - March 23, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Sixty-Nine Rescue Groups Receive Challenge Grants at The Animal Rescue Site
In the first voting round of The Animal Rescue Site’s $300,000 2012 Shelter+ Challenge with Petfinder.com, sixty-nine shelters and rescue groups took home $75,000 in grants to help animals. The Animal Rescue Site is part of the GreaterGood Network of websites that allow people to... - March 23, 2012 - GreaterGood
Food Lion Associates and Customers Surpass Goal by Raising a Record $4.5 Million During 2012 Easter Seals Four-Week Campaign
Food Lion associates and customers raised a record $4.5 million during their annual Shop&Care for Easter Seals, representing a 22 percent increase over last year. The grocer set a goal this year of $4 million for Easter Seals. Since Food Lion first initiated the Shop&Care program 21 years... - March 23, 2012 - Easter Seals UCP
Kids Have a Blast at Science Fair
Students with autism spectrum disorders at The HeartShare School hold their annual science fair. - March 23, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
NJCTS to Present Educator Workshop April 14 at Bergen Community College
Professional educator Ann L. Deutsch will give presentation on Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders - March 22, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Paul Tyler Joins World T.E.A.M. Sports as CEO and President
World T.E.A.M. Sports announces the appointment of New York financial services executive Paul Tyler as the non-profit's new CEO and President. Tyler follows Ambassador Paul Bremer, who is retiring from the organization to teach. - March 22, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Local Community Leaders Attend National Down Syndrome Leadership Conference
Members of Jersey Shore Down Syndrome Association attended the Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action Annual Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. earlier this month. The conference was held in DC to coincide with a devoted day of advocacy on Capitol Hill, coordinated by the National Down Syndrome... - March 22, 2012 - Jersey Shore Down Syndrome Association
President Santos: Graduation for the Extreme Poor a Hallmark of Government’s Social Policy
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos speaks about the need for programs, among them Fundación Capital's Graduation Project, directed at the country's poorest citizens at a social innovation forum in Bogotá, Colombia. - March 22, 2012 - Fundación Capital
Lint Center Announces the Winner of the 2012 Jack McCoy Scholarship
Lint Center for National Security Studies Awards Scholarship to Electrical Engineering graduate student and former Air Force National Guard, Greg Williamson. - March 22, 2012 - Lint Center for National Security Studies
Student Vets Seek Stress Management, Connections at Coming Home Project Retreat, March 28-31, Near Yosemite National Park
The Coming Home Project today announced a special retreat for Student Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars that will take place March 28 to 31 near Yosemite National Park. Attending the retreat will be women and men veterans from around the USA. The Coming Home Project is a nationally... - March 21, 2012 - Coming Home Project
Friends of Captive Animals to Celebrate Milestone Anniversary with Local and National Animal Issue Speakers
Celebrating 5 years of changing lives of captive animals with speakers on animal issues. - March 21, 2012 - Friends of Captive Animals (FOCA)
Nominate a Local Hero for the Golden Grandmothers Award
Building Peaceful Families today issued a call for nominations for the 7th Annual Golden Grandmothers Recognition Award. A Golden Grandmother is a woman who has taken on the role of full-time parent to raise her own grandchildren. Nominations are due on or before Friday, April 6, 2012. The 50 grandmothers selected will be honored at a special awards luncheon on Friday, May 11, 2012. - March 21, 2012 - Building Peaceful Families
Film Chattanooga Hosts First Happy Hour Event
Film Chattanooga is holding its first semi-annual Happy Hour event to take place at “The Social,” on March 27th, at 5:00pm. - March 21, 2012 - Chattanooga Film Society
IUVA Conference on Sustainable Ultraviolet Solutions for Disinfection of Public Water & Wastewater
Ultraviolet technology is being employed to disinfect water and wastewater. Attend a conference in Washington D.C. from August 12-14 to learn more about this innovative technology that saves energy and can be deployed on a microcosmic scale. - March 20, 2012 - International Ultraviolet Association
Toronto Youth Make a Big Splash for Canada Water Week
Small Change Fund has specially selected Green Thumbs Growing Kids "Urban Youth Catching Rain" project as one of five being profiled for Canada Water Week 2012. Small Change Fund’s partners, CGOV Foundation and RBC Foundation are matching Canadians' donations dollar for dollar in order to raise the funds to make this innovative project happen. - March 20, 2012 - Small Change Fund
Reaching Our Goal Provide Sports Teams and School Groups with Easy, Quick, and Profitable Fundraiser
Reaching Our Goal is a fundraising solution for schools and youth organizations that need money quickly, but don’t want to sell products. - March 18, 2012 - Reaching Our Goal
Supportful Foundation Advances Charitable Dentistry in U.S. with Dental-ful Program
Innovative New Program Encourages Charitable Dentists by Subsidizing Costs of Restorative Dental Work for Underserved Individuals - March 17, 2012 - Supportful Foundation
Putting More Pets in the Classroom
The Pets in the Classroom grant program awards more than 7,000 grants to eligible teachers. - March 17, 2012 - Pet Care Trust
Humanity First USA Donates $14,000 to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency at New York "Dine for Humanity" Event
Humanity First USA presented a check of $14,000 to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) at the New York “Dine for Humanity” fundraising dinner on Wednesday, May 7, 2012. Richard Wright, the Director of UNRWA, accepted the check from Humanity First USA Operations Director... - March 17, 2012 - Humanity First
Enable America Announces Community Partnership with Regions Bank in Support of Disabled Veterans and Wounded Warriors
Enable America, the Tampa-based nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing employment opportunities for disabled persons, including disabled veterans and wounded warriors, announced today that Regions Bank has become a community partner in the mission to advance this goal. “Regions Bank... - March 17, 2012 - Enable America
NJ Hindus Awaken to Hinduism’s Science, Denigration and "Digestion" at 10th March Hinduism Summit
13th Hinduism Summit in worldwide series comes to North America branded a success as audience learns about unique spiritual science underlying Hinduism, threats and assaults it faces, and how regular spiritual practice helps us live a better life. - March 17, 2012 - Forum for Hindu Awakening
Raising Children in Today’s Society with Tools from Church of Scientology
The importance of family life is a core belief of the Scientology religion. Read how a mother of four found answers at the Church of Scientology to help her raise her children. - March 17, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Blanket America Encourages Shoppers to Browse Its New Spring Line of Blankets and Cotton Sheet Set Styles
Bedding and blankets retailer Blanket America is celebrating spring with bright comforters and coordinating coverlets. - March 16, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Aids Benefit Foundation of South Carolina 2012 Dining with Friends Dessert Finale
The Dining with Friends Annual Dessert Finale will be held March 24th at 8 p.m. at the Zone at Williams-Brice Stadium located at 1127 George Rogers Boulevard in Columbia. The Zone is an 11,000-square foot banquet facility that provides guests with a fantastic view from the South End Zone of... - March 16, 2012 - AIDS Benefit Foundation of South Carolina
Give the Gift of a Holiday Dinner for a Critically-Ill Child
Friends of Karen, a children’s charity, wants to make sure that families caring for a child with cancer or another life-threatening illness can celebrate Easter or Passover with a holiday meal. - March 16, 2012 - Friends of Karen
NJCTS Webinar Series Continues March 28 with Presentation on Sleep and Developmental Disabilities
One-hour presentation by Dr. Lawrence W. Brown will center around lessons for children, especially those with Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders - March 15, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Celebrities Coming to Support HeartShare’s Spring Gala
Who: HeartShare Human Services of New York What: 2012 Spring Gala and Auction When: Thursday, March 22, 2012; Reception: 5:30 pm, Presentation of Awards: 7 pm Where: New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway, at 45th Street, New York, NY Scheduled to Attend: Golden Globe and Emmy Award nominee Tony... - March 15, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
IJIS Institute Appoints New Courts Advisory Committee Chair
Marlene Martineau of New Dawn Technologies to Chair Newly Formed Institute Committee - March 15, 2012 - IJIS Institute
Blankets and Throws Seller BlanketAmerica.com Covers Los Angeles Mission Donations and More on Company YouTube
Blanket America, a manufacturer of sheet sets, comforters, and blankets for sale, is encouraging shoppers to visit its YouTube profile to learn more about the company's charitable endeavors. - March 15, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Congressman Roe’s “Services for Those Who Have Served” Veteran’s Event
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and ETSU’s College of Business and Technology will host a free “Services for Those Who Have Served” Veteran’s Event on Friday, March 23 from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Millennium Centre, 2001 Millennium... - March 15, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
NAFA's Annual Conference Heads to St. Louis in April
Fleet managers from throughout the United States and Canada will meet in St. Louis April 21-24 for NAFA's annual conference. - March 15, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter to Offer Pet-Care Classes
Beginning in mid-March, the Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter will begin offering classes for dog and cat lovers. Classes are $10 each and cover such subjects as “Basic Cat Care,” and “Pet First Aid and CPR.” These classes are open to the public. New classes will be added each... - March 14, 2012 - The Hermitage Cat Shelter
Union Miles Development Corporation Celebrates Its 31st Year in Community Development with 10th Annual Dinner Dance Fundraising Auction
Funders, residents and stakeholders come together to support award winners and Union Miles Development's community achievements. - March 14, 2012 - Union Miles Development Corporation
The LGBT Center of Raleigh Receives Trailblazer Award
The LGBT Center of Raleigh, organizer of the second annual OutRaleigh festival themed “All Families Matter,” announces today that the Human Rights Campaign has honored it with the Trailblazer Award. The award recognizes an individual or organization that has contributed to improving the... - March 14, 2012 - LGBT Center of Raleigh
Blanket America Introduces Signature Fleece Blankets to Trigger Automatic Donations to Charity
Blanket America is spotlighting its collection of signature fleece blankets, which are new to the site and currently on sale for short-term introductory prices. - March 14, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Flutter Forever to Host the 2nd Annual Bridget McGrath Memorial Walk/Run
United Charitable Programs is the fiscal sponsor of Flutter Forever, a program established to celebrate the life of Bridget McGrath by awarding financial scholarships to nursing school students. - March 14, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
CD Sales Nets Donations for the Troops "We Care" Packages
For The Troops announced today an $815 donation which will be used for postage to ship seventy-one (71) “We Care” packages to our Freedom Fighters serving in a war zone. The donation was the result of proceeds from the sales of the CDs “Our Flag” and “The Statue of... - March 13, 2012 - For The Troops Charity Golf Tournament
US Forest Service Awards Splore Funding to Establish Local Kids' Outdoor Leadership Program
The U.S. Forest Service today awarded more than $17,000 to the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest for the EVOLVE Project created by Splore, a local outdoor adventure organization. The purpose of the EVOLVE Project is to develop an outdoor-based career-oriented youth leadership course for at-risk... - March 13, 2012 - Splore
Nashville Church of Scientology Celebrates Its Third Year Anniversary
The Nashville Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre will be celebrating its third year anniversary in their new church building on 8th Avenue South at the end of April. - March 13, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
San Carlos Chickens' Ball Still Running Strong at 73
The longest running PTA fundraiser is still going strong. “The Chickens Ball is a great community builder and a fun way for the entire community to support our local public schools,” said Sonya Sigler, Chairman of the San Carlos Chickens’ Ball. “One of the best things about the show is our multigenerational cast that really shows the kind of support San Carlos schools have from all of our citizens. This year, funds raised will go towards music, theatre and other performing arts.” - March 12, 2012 - San Carlos Chickens' Ball
The Mission in Citrus Presents Award to Walmart for Their Commitment to Veterans
The Mission in Citrus proudly presents a Veteran's award to Walmart,and Inverness Fl store manager Larry Gamble. Their commitment to Veterans has helped with education, housing, food, and much more. They have committed millions towards Veteran's causes. - March 11, 2012 - Mission in Citrus Inc
Matthew 25: Ministries Establishes Distribution Hubs for Tri-state Disaster Relief
Matthew 25 has established three central distribution hubs in the disaster regions and is using these hubs to ensure the efficient delivery of needed supplies to partners in the devastated areas. Matthew 25’s partners provide real-time information on conditions and needs and Matthew 25: Ministries responds to this information with specifically requested, in-demand supplies on an ongoing basis. Matthew 25: Ministries supplies are currently being distributed through these hubs. - March 11, 2012 - Matthew 25: Ministries
More Than 35 Congressmen Now Signed on as Co-Sposors to Federal Tourette Syndrome Legislation
Bill H.R. 3760, introduced in December by New Jersey Congressman Albio Sires, would greatly aid the search for a cure for the neurological disorder that affects as many as 1 in 100 people. - March 11, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
NAFA Announces Major Agreement with ACT Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association continues to bolster its role in alternative fuels and clean vehicles through a partnership with ACT Expo. - March 11, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Drug Free Youth In Town (DFYIT, Inc.) of South Florida to Hold 13th Annual Golf Classic
Drug Free Youth In Town (DFYIT, Inc.) will be holding its 13th Annual Golf Classic at Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club in Coral Gables, Florida. DFYIT supports the development of healthy, productive drug free youth in South Florida. - March 10, 2012 - Drug Free Youth in Town
Artist Paul Jauregui Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on GreenUnite.com to Fund Environmental Interactive Exhibit, Ranas Sanar: Healing Frogs
Artist and environmentalist creates crowdfunding project on GreenUnite.com to expand his unique interactive environmental exhibit. - March 09, 2012 - Crowdnetic