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Grand Rapids, Michigan’s Love Inspired Outreach® Launches Website
Love Inspired Outreach (LIO) is pleased to announce the launch of its new website, www.loveinspiredoutreach.org. The website offers in-depth stories, videos and photo essays about the ministry and the people LIO is serving in the Busia county of Kenya, Africa. The website was developed by... - February 24, 2012 - Love Inspired Outreach
Wounded Warriors Sought for World T.E.A.M. Sports’ 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Ride
World T.E.A.M. Sports is seeking qualified wounded warriors from our nation's military to participate in the 2012 Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride. The May 28-July 28 ride will include 18 wounded warriors from all services. Deadline for applications from prospective candidates is March 9, 2012. - February 24, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
NAFA's 2012 Institute & Expo Exhibit Space is Completely Sold Out
With more than two months to go, NAFA Fleet Management Association is proud to announce that its 2012 Institute & Expo exhibit space is completely sold out. A waiting list has been created for those who wish to make sure they don't miss out on space in 2013. - February 24, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
IJIS Institute Seeking Nominations for Innovation Award
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces the opening of the nomination process for the Institute’s annual information technology award. Emergency Management magazine, which has sponsored the Innovation Award since 2009, will sponsor the 2012 award. - February 24, 2012 - IJIS Institute
A Country United: Tourette Syndrome Community Says Yes to Bill H.R. 3760
Introduced in December 2011, the Collaborative Academic Research Efforts for Tourette Syndrome Act of 2011 would greatly help TS families nationwide if passed. - February 24, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
“Take Me to the Cross:” A New All-Family Series at the First Presbyterian Church of Titusville Begins February 29
"Take me to the Cross," an innovate new program to bring together people of all generations, will allow families a weeknight break from cooking supper and a chance to learn more about the artistic history of the cross in Christian history. Craft making will round out the evening. - February 23, 2012 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
National AIDS Housing Coalition Elects Charlie Frew to Board of Directors
Jerusalem House today announced that its Executive Director Charlie Frew has been elected to the National AIDS Housing Coalition Board of Directors. The National AIDS Housing Coalition (NAHC) is an organization that focuses exclusively on the housing needs of people living with HIV/AIDS and other vulnerable people across the U.S. - February 22, 2012 - Jerusalem House
Girl Scouts in Parker Select Cat Care Society's Nibbles & Kibbles Cat Food Bank for Troop 624's Community Service Project
Girl Scout Daisy Troop #624 at Parker's North Star Academy chose the Cat Care Society (CCS) Nibbles & Kibbles Cat Food Bank for its annual community service project. Nibbles & Kibbles provides food and cat litter for cats whose owners cannot provide food and litter for their pets because of a temporary financial setback. - February 22, 2012 - Cat Care Society
GreaterGood Network Launches E-Books Division with Animal Rescue Stories
GreaterGood Network Publishing launched on February 6 with a title sure to please pet lovers: 100 Heartwarming Stories From The Animal Rescue Site. - February 22, 2012 - GreaterGood
Matthew 25: Ministries Begins Preparations for 2012 Hurricane Season; Top Ranked Ministry Secures Significant Disaster Relief Donation
In preparation for the upcoming disaster season, Matthew 25: Ministries will be receiving and processing almost a quarter million disaster blankets in the upcoming weeks. These blankets will be invaluable resources to partners in the areas most frequently affected by disasters as they work to serve the needs of those left homeless as a result of destructive winds, flooding and mudslides. - February 22, 2012 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Titusville Presbyterian Church to Host Community Ash Wednesday Service
Ecumenical service, including the imposition of ashes, by the Titusville Presbyterian and Methodist congregations scheduled for Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m. - February 20, 2012 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
New Fundraising Site YouCaring.com Attracts a $50,000 Investment
The success of newly launched fundraising website YouCaring.com has attracted a $50,000 investment. - February 20, 2012 - YouCaring.com
Blog Teens Have Mixed Feelings About New York Students with Tourette Syndrome-Like Symptoms
These teens are regular participants in the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome's Teens4TS blog. - February 20, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Local Animal Rescue Saves Beagle and Then Raises Money for Her Surgery to Walk
Stella is a beagle pup who was bounced around to two different shelters before being spotted by Operation Ava's rescue coordinator. Stella has a disorder where her knee-caps are misplaced, and she cannot walk properly. Operation Ava has raised enough money for Stella to get the surgery she needs and hopefully, with Operation Ava's help, a new family to love her! - February 19, 2012 - Operation Ava
Advocacy Art Project Aims to Inspire Hope Through Art
Sheila Van Houten established the Advocacy Art Project to distribute paintings for free to patients who need uplifting and encouragement. - February 19, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Launches New Site
The Nashville chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World has just launched a grassroots website aimed at expediting services in and around the Southern United States. - February 18, 2012 - Drug Free South
Wisconsin Residents Start Hoops Based Charity
Five Wisconsin residents start Brackets for Hope, a non-profit that harnesses the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament to raise funds for cancer research. - February 18, 2012 - Brackets For Hope
Noah’s Ark Animal Welfare Association, Inc. to Partner with Vet in Recognition of Spay Day USA
Noah’s Ark Animal Welfare Association, Inc. partnering with vet to offer reduced pricing of spaying/neutering your pet in recognition of Spay Day USA on February 29. - February 18, 2012 - Noah's Ark Animal Welfare Association
Humanity First USA Executive Director Travels to Haiti, Expand Local Projects
On Thursday, February 16, 2012, Humanity First USA Executive Director, Munum Naeem traveled to Haiti to meet with the Humanity First team and discuss plans for future humanitarian projects in local communities. Dr. Aslam Daud, the chairman for Humanity First Canada, also joined Mr. Naeem; the... - February 17, 2012 - Humanity First
Homeland Security Foundation of America Elects Sukhi Ghuman, CEO of Octavian Security, Chairman of the Board of Directors
Sukhi Ghuman, CEO of Octavian Security, wins election by majority vote and becomes the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Homeland Security Foundation of America. - February 17, 2012 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Tourette Syndrome Awareness Day with the Somerset Patriots Will be the Centerpiece of a Weeklong Advocacy Campaign
The April 29 event will highlight Tourette Syndrome Awareness Week, April 23-29, an initiative of the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome. - February 17, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Tampa Bay Lightning’s Ryan Malone Teams with Enable America to Honor Disabled Veterans and Wounded Warriors
A proud supporter of U.S. armed forces members and their families, Ryan Malone of the Tampa Bay Lightning is joining the executive search committee in an Enable America program that will honor disabled veterans and wounded warriors at an upcoming Lightning game. “I am extremely excited to... - February 17, 2012 - Enable America
Eden Autism Services Announces Speaker Line Up for 18th Annual Lecture Series
Renowned Experts Will Unfold Latest Strides, Advancements in Autism on June 8th at Autism: A Journey in Optimism and Opportunity - February 17, 2012 - Eden Autism Services
Heart Rhythm Charity Welcomes SMC’s Decision on Approval of New Anticoagulant for Scotland
Atrial Fibrillation Association (AFA) has welcomed the decision by the Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) to approve Rivaroxaban for use by healthcare practitioners working in NHS Scotland. - February 17, 2012 - Atrial Fibrillation Association
The Chattanooga Film Society Presents "Mud on the Stars"
The Chattanooga Film Society is holding its winter quarterly meeting at the downtown Chattanooga YMCA, at 6:00 PM, on Thursday, February 23rd. - February 17, 2012 - Chattanooga Film Society
One of Two Official Hotels for NAFA's 2012 Institute & Expo is Now Sold Out
Registrations for NAFA's 2012 Institute & Expo in St. Louis continue to surpass numbers from previous years. One of two official conference hotels has already sold out, nearly two and a half months prior the conference. - February 17, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Pack up the Pooch; America’s Family Pet Expo Announces Fido Friday
This year, four-legged members of the family are invited to partake in the fun at the OC Fair and Event Center - Friday, April 20 - February 17, 2012 - World Pet Association
Experience Engineering in Nottingham This Easter with The Smallpeice Trust
Year 9 pupils from around the UK will have the opportunity to take part in an exciting engineering experience this Easter. National educational charity The Smallpeice Trust is running this residential engineering foundation course at the University of Nottingham from 2nd-4th April. - February 16, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
GreenUnite.com Launches with Focus on Crowdfunding Cleantech and Sustainable Products; Continues to Accept Applications for Projects and Content Contributors
New York-based GoodWorldCreations launches its newest crowdfunding platform, GreenUnite, which helps to raise capital for green technology projects. GreenUnite is currently accepting projects and expert content to feature. - February 16, 2012 - Crowdnetic
NJCTS Wednesday Webinar Series Continues with Presentation on OCD in Children and Adolescents
On Feb. 29, Dr. Allen Weg will discuss assessment, diagnosis and treatment, as well as how the disorder affects kids' ability to function in school. - February 16, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Church of Scientology Nashville Launches Its 2012 Seminar Program
Music industry veteran Tony Harnell hosted the first seminar of the 2012 season in the “Lift Up the Artist” series hosted by the Nashville Church of Scientology. - February 16, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
NAFA to Raise Money for St. Jude Children's Hospital Via Silent Auction
NAFA Fleet Management Association will help raise funds for St. Jude's Children's Hospital via a silent auction during the Association's annual conference in April. - February 16, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New Sale Prices Announced on High End Cannes Comforter Set at American Blanket Company BlanketAmerica.com
Woven blanket merchant Blanket America recently announced its latest capsule sale, on its luxury line of Cannes bedding and home textiles. - February 16, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Shelter Dogs and Cats in Madison Receive Large Donation from Purina (R) Pets for People (TM)
Thousands of pounds of dog food and cat litter donated to local animal shelters and rescue groups will allow them to save more lives. - February 16, 2012 - Animal Services and Assistance Programs Inc.
Xclaimed Ministries Announces the 2012 Concert in the Park Schedule
In 2011, through the “Concert in the Park” series, the ministry gave away over 48 new bicycles, 2,500 toys, 2,930 free meals, 1,700 free Bibles, 100 amusement park vouchers and housing for underprivileged children. The 2012 series is expected to have even a greater impact within the community. - February 15, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Cape Fear Farm Heritage Association to Hold Southern Farm Days
Southern Farm Days event Saturday, March 17-Sunday, March 18 from 9 am - 5 pm at Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina in Lake Waccamaw, NC. Proceeds benefit Boys and Girls Homes. - February 15, 2012 - Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina, Inc.
Bobby Jones Classic Golf Tournament Offers Hope to Over One Million People Affected by Neurological Disorders
The Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation, Inc. (CSF) has announced that it will be hosting the First Annual Bobby Jones Classic for CSF golf tournament to be held at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia on May 14, 2012. The tournament will strive to honor, celebrate and exemplify the life and... - February 15, 2012 - Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation
Reptile Show and Sale at the America’s Family Pet Expo: Enthusiasts Now Able to Sell and Purchase Throughout the Weekend
From spotted, striped to scaled and smooth, all species of reptiles to make their debut at America’s Family Pet Expo at the OC Fair and Event Center, April 20-22. - February 15, 2012 - World Pet Association
Budding Young Engineers Explore Engineering Construction with the Smallpeice Trust
Up to 100 year 9 pupils (aged 13-14) will have the opportunity to learn about engineering in the construction industry this April. National educational charity The Smallpeice Trust is teaming up with the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) to provide a residential engineering... - February 15, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
"Emily's Tic," a Teenager's Book About Tourette Syndrome, Now Available on Amazon
The book, written and illustrated by 16-year-old TS advocate Emily Fleischman, chronicles challenges such as bullying that she encountered as a child with Tourette. - February 15, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
GreaterGood.org Grants Go to 97 Charities in January
GreaterGood.org announced grants totaling more than $970,000 were given to 97 charities in January. Funding for these grants came from the GreaterGood Network websites as well as direct donations to GreaterGood.org - February 15, 2012 - GreaterGood
Blanket America Announces New Short-Term Clearance Prices on Cotton Sheet Set Items and Other Bedding Products
Woven blanket specialist Blanket America is promoting its new clearance section items online, available for a brief time while supplies last. - February 15, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
The Founders Fund, Inc. Holds 2012 High School Counselors Breakfast
11 guidance counselors from Collier County’s schools joined The Founders Fund members to share information about the graduating class at the Annual High School Counselor’s Breakfast. - February 15, 2012 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
Workshop to Teach Middle School-Age Girls of Color to Develop Software Programming Skills and Create Interactive Video Games
Black Girls Code, a non-profit organization helping girls of color, ages 7 to 14, to become successful computer programmers is holding its second software development workshop from February 18, 2012 - March 24, 2012 in partnership with the San Francisco office of ThoughtWorks. The 6 week long... - February 14, 2012 - BlackGirlsCode
United Charitable Programs as a Fiscal Sponsor Provides Financial Discipline, Transparency, and Accountability
UCP's professional standards of operations can ease concerns of nonprofit fiscal sponsorship in the philanthropic world. - February 14, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Valentine's Cat Show Featuring 225 Pedigreed and Non-Pedigreed Cats Benefits Cat Care Society February 18 and 19 at the Adams County Fairgrounds
The Cat Care Society (CCS) will again benefit as the featured local shelter at the two-day Valentine's Cat Show sponsored by the Wild Blue Yonder and Front Range Cat Fanciers (FRCF). The cat show, held Saturday and Sunday, February 18-19, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, at the Adams County Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton, is a fully licensed Cat Fanciers Association (CFA) event. - February 14, 2012 - Cat Care Society
Exhibit Space and Sponsorships Now Available for World Pet Association’s America’s Family Pet Expo
Interested Pet-Related Businesses and Organizations are invited to be a part of the April 20-22, 2012 Orange County Event. - February 13, 2012 - World Pet Association
New Connecticut Resource for Veterans and Their Families
Continue2March is a developing non-profit organization dedicated to connecting veterans and their families with much needed services. Visit the new home page. - February 13, 2012 - Continue2March
Advancing Compassion Project Launches New Model of Charitable Giving
California-based nonprofit fosters innovation within community-based organizations and enables donors to play a more active role in promoting change. - February 13, 2012 - Advancing Compassion Project
Documentary Chronicling 2010 Soldiers to the Summit Expedition Premieres February 18
World T.E.A.M. Sports' inclusive 2010 Soldiers to the Summit Nepal Expedition successfully brought 11 wounded warriors to the summit of Nepal's Lobuche East. The climb is chronicled in "High Ground," a documentary from Stone Circle Pictures and Serac Adventure Films premiering at the Boulder International Film Festival in Colorado February 18. - February 12, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports