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Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County Hosts Walk-in Counseling Clinic Open Houses
This winter Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County (CFSSC) is hosting two open houses at their walk-in counseling clinics located in Alliston and Bradford, Ontario. - November 20, 2011 - Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County
Surprise Lake Camp Kicks Off It's 110th Anniversary Celebrations with Deep Discount Announcement
Surprise Lake Camp will celebrate its 110th Anniversary in 2012. To jumpstart the agency’s festivities, the famed camp has announced that its popular “Get Your Feet Wet” introductory program will cost only $110. “We thought this would be a great way to attract new campers... - November 19, 2011 - Surprise Lake Camp
New Jersey Walks for TS Founder and Inspiration Talk About Event's Roots
Teenagers Emily Carrara, T.J. Stanley played a big part in establishing the second annual walk and have a lot to say about Tourette Syndrome, too. - November 19, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
GoodPawsGoodCause.org Offers Branded Apparel and Accessories Helping Good People, Good Pets and Good Causes This Holiday Season
GoodPawsGoodCause.org, a Trafford, Pennsylvania manufacturer of branded apparel and accessories for good people and good pets is helping good causes this holiday season. - November 19, 2011 - Good Paws Good Cause, LLC
"KUDURA" Rural Village Energy Solution from Innovative Social Entrepreneurship Could be Answer for Africa’s Poorest
The people of Sidonge "A" Kenya choose a renewable energy solution to lift themselves out of poverty and fight climate change in Africa. - November 19, 2011 - RVE.SOL
Florida Literacy Coalition Receives National Award for Health Literacy Initiative
The Florida Literacy Coalition was recently presented with the United States Conference of Adult Literacy’s (USCAL) Award for Program Innovation and Collaboration for the development of the Florida Health Literacy Initiative. - November 18, 2011 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Blankets Manufacturer Blanket America Debuts New Camellia Comforter Set
Blanket America, leading blankets manufacturer and creator of the BUY 1, GIVE 1 charitable American blanket buying model, recently revealed its new Camellia seven-piece comforter set. - November 18, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Band of Jugglers to Help Entertain Crowd at New Jersey Walks for TS Event
Walk, to benefit the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome, will take place Saturday, Nov. 19, at Borough Park in Mendham, N.J. - November 18, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Indra Public Relation Promotes The Max Cure Foundation Launch of "Max Cure Beyond Barriers" Initiative with John Franco, NY Mets, and Trent Tucker, NY Knicks
Max Cure Foundation Launches “Max Cure Beyond Barriers” Initiative as Part of an Effort to Support Families Battling Pediatric Cancer - November 18, 2011 - Indra Public Relations
Center for the Advancement of Science in Space Welcomes New Staff
The Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) - the non-profit entity recently selected by NASA to maximize use of the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory (ISS NL) - has hired three senior executives to direct the Operations, Marketplace Development and Economic... - November 18, 2011 - The Center for the Advancement of Science in Space
The News & Observer Donates to the Tarheel Golf Foundation: Kids Benefit
The News & Observer, based out of Raleigh, NC, presented a generous contribution to the Tarheel Golf Foundation, Inc. An offer from The News & Observer that started out as a great deal for local golfers turned into a helping hand for junior golfers. Julie Parker, N&O ZONE Rewards... - November 18, 2011 - Tarheel Golf Foundation
St. Baldrick’s Foundation and the Producers of “Jingle Hell” Movie Announce Holiday Promotion
This holiday season, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation and the producers of the independent film “Jingle Hell,” in conjunction with the film’s distributor Janson Media, are teaming up to raise money for kids’ cancer research. - November 17, 2011 - St. Baldrick’s Foundation
Pet Care Trust Names New President
Brent Weinmann, CEO of Vitakraft Sunseed, Inc. has been selected to take over as President of The Pet Care Trust after Lew Sutton steps down after 9 years of service. - November 17, 2011 - Pet Care Trust
BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets Manufacturer Blanket America Offers Free Christmas Shipping on Orders of $75 or More
Blanket America - a woven blanket manufacturer, distributor, and BUY 1, GIVE 1 charity - is urging customers to take advantage of its blankets and shipping deals. - November 17, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Creative Financing for Independent Films
The Chattanooga Film Society will host a panel discussion this Thursday at the Downtown Chattanooga YMCA beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the topic of creative financing for independent films. The expert panel will feature veteran actor Dylan Kussman (Dead Poets Society), director Jeff Burr, and local filmmaker Drew Belz. - November 17, 2011 - Chattanooga Film Society
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome to Feature Sparkee the Mascot at New Jersey Walks for TS Event
Walk set to take place Saturday, Nov. 19, at Borough Park in Mendham, N.J. - November 16, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Rolls Out Second Blog in a Week
Center's latest venture, Teens4TS, a blog for teenagers with TS by teenagers with TS, comes on the heels of last week's successful launch of TSParentsOnline. - November 16, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Pets for Patriots Offers New Ways to Connect Veterans with Last-Chance Pets
Not-for-profit marks anniversary with new site and tools to help veterans give shelter pets a second chance at life. - November 16, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
2011 Best of the Lake Design Competition Winners Announced
Lake Norman Home Builders Association recently held its annual design competition highlighting the best construction and design projects submitted by builder and associate members. - November 16, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
AmpleHarvest.org Announces "Centerpieces for Pantries" Initiative
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative recommends replacing Thanksgiving table floral centerpieces with edible arrangements to be donated to a local food pantry the next day. - November 15, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Clinicial Trial Success Brings Researchers Closer to a Cure for Blindness
Gene Therapy Restored Sight to Patients with Leber's Congenital Amaurosis. - November 14, 2011 - Macula Vision Research Foundation
Kidney Transplantation Can Improve Quality of Life for ESRD Patients
Hosted by the Hamilton Chapter of the Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Foundation of Canada, Dr. Russell, MD, FCRP, will review the historical development of transplantation, how it works, and the benefits in terms of quality of life and longevity. - November 14, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
City of Tampa Partners with Enable America to Host Career Mentoring Day for Disabled Veterans
Demonstrating its support for programs that further employment opportunities for disabled veterans, the City of Tampa is partnering with Enable America to host a Career Mentoring Day this Monday, November 14, with Enable America’s VetConnect program providing real-life work experience for... - November 13, 2011 - Enable America
REI Holiday Giving Program Benefits Community All Year Long
Salt Lake City Area REI Stores have designated two local charities for their holiday customer giving program. Last year's charity, Splore, with the support of REI took over 500 adults and children rock climbing in the Wasatch-Cache-Uinta National Forest. - November 12, 2011 - Splore
American Blanket Retailer Blanket America Spotlights New Products Including Enchantment Feather Throw
Woven blanket manufacturer Blanket America is currently featuring special savings on its new Enchantment Feather Throw, a part of its blankets and throws collection. - November 12, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
KOSBE Announces Judges, Speaker and Entertainment for the 2011 Annual KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is pleased to announce the judges, guest speaker and entertainment that have been selected for the 2011 Annual KOSBE Awards. Inaugurated in 1994, the Annual KOSBE Awards are the longest running and most recognized... - November 12, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
The Painted Shoe Design Studio Launches $4,000 Campaign on Crowdfunding Site HelpersUnite.com; Funds Provide Start-Up Capital for Custom Shoe Design Company
Denver-based sisters launch $4,000 fundraising campaign through crowdfunding site, HelpersUnite, to develop their recently founded custom-designed women’s footwear company, The Painted Shoe Design Studio. - November 11, 2011 - Crowdnetic
Enable America Honors Military Veterans with Job Opportunity Programs
In conjunction with Veteran’s Day, Enable America, a non-profit organization devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, has launched its third annual series of programs devoted to disabled veterans and wounded warriors. The programs are part of the... - November 11, 2011 - Enable America
Academy Award® Winning Actor Robert Duvall Hosts Private Acting Workshop with Help from Ebay to Benefit Children’s Charity
Academy Award® winning actor Robert Duvall and his wife Luciana will host one lucky winner and their guest to receive a private acting workshop. This once in a lifetime experience will include a two-night stay in Horse Country Virginia, lunch, and a private actor’s workshop with Robert Duvall. The Auction Runs from November 18th-28th. - November 11, 2011 - The Robert Duvall Children's Fund
Put a Smile on the Face of a Sick Child - Friends of Karen's "Holiday Gifts for Kids" Program is Looking for a Few Good Elves
Friends of Karen's “Adopt-A-Family Holiday Gifts for Kids” program provides gifts for each Friends of Karen sick child and his/her siblings. “Watching the joyful expression of a child opening holiday gifts is unforgettable,“ says Judith Factor, Friends of Karen’s Executive Director, “but these special moments can be so fleeting, especially if your child is critically ill.” - November 11, 2011 - Friends of Karen
23 Small Businesses Announced as Finalists in the 2011 Annual KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced 23 area small businesses are finalists in the 17th Annual KOSBE Awards, competing for one of several prestigious awards. KOSBE Award applicants were sought in the following categories: 1. Business... - November 10, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Artlightenment Festival Uplifts Nashville’s Artists in Historic Church of Scientology Building
For the third consecutive year, an art festival in Nashville, dubbed “Artlightenment” for its ability to uplift artists, is set to feature more than fifty artists and filmmakers. - November 10, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Building Peaceful Families Receives the 2011 Perry/Yonamine Unity Award
San Francisco 49ers Foundation recognizes Bay Area non-profit agency for their ongoing commitment to encouraging, supporting, and empowering the underserved. - November 10, 2011 - Building Peaceful Families
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Launches TSParentsOnline Blog
New venture is a place for parents of kids with TS to share ideas, opinions, expertise and support with other parents of kids with TS. - November 10, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Lab Rescue of the LRCP Seeks Pepsi Grant for Rescue Software
Lab Rescue of the LRCP is seeking funds for a management system to help save more dogs. The group is urging people to vote for its proposal every day in November by texting 109833 to 73774 or visiting www.refresheverything.com/savemorelabs. - November 09, 2011 - Lab Rescue of the LRCP Inc.
‘Tis the Season – How to do Good While You Shop
While your eyes may start to shine with the thought of the goodies and gadgets you will be getting this holiday season - don’t forget that Christmas is also about giving. Not just giving gifts, but giving to a good cause. A website just launched that can help you do both. - November 09, 2011 - Givitz.com
Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated Rolls Out New Website to Ramp Up Efforts to Help Bring About Peace in Your Life, Community and World
Non-profit organization updates website so any individual or organization looking for positive character change for themselves or others will find what they’re looking for faster and easier - November 09, 2011 - Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated
Avazoo Delays Launch of Billion Dollar Raffle
Avazoo Corp has announced a delay in their launch of the Billion Dollar Raffle until January as part of their commitment to promoting responsible gambling. - November 09, 2011 - Avazoo Corp
Nation's Largest Specialty Golf Retailer Announced as Aces & Aficionados Charity Golf Event's Title Sponsor
Golfsmith have committed to be the Title Sponsor for the inaugural Aces and Aficionados Charity Golf Event this December 11 in support of Expect More Arizona and making education the State’s number one priority. - November 08, 2011 - Aces & Aficionados
BlackGirlsCode is Dedicated to Inspiring Girls of Color to Become the Next Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg
BlackGirlsCode, a non-profit organization helping girls of color, ages 6 to 14, to become successful computer programmers has a mission to inspire a new generation of African American female coders to remold the complexion of the software development industry. - November 07, 2011 - BlackGirlsCode
Lab Rescue of the L.R.C.P. Wins Tony Stewart Foundation Grant
Lab Rescue of the L.R.C.P. has been awarded $7,500 to support testing for infections in rescued Labrador retrievers. - November 07, 2011 - Lab Rescue of the LRCP Inc.
Race-A-Thon Officially Launched by Racing 2 Cure
Program Allows Racers and Corporate Partners Unique Fund Raising Advantage - November 06, 2011 - Racing 2 Cure
Give a Meal This Holiday Season at the Hunger Site
GreaterGood.org’s Gift That Gives More [tm] program featured on The Hunger Site lets holiday shoppers literally give a meal to those in need via the Internet. - November 05, 2011 - GreaterGood
Fort Worth-Based Charitable Fund Appoints New Member to Board of Directors
Dr. Stuart Pickell will assume the role of treasurer for the NTSP Charitable Fund at the November 4 board meeting. - November 05, 2011 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
Cash Grants Available for Women Seeking Education to Improve Their Family’s Lives: Local Women’s Service Organization Seeks Applicants for Soroptimist International Women
Soroptimist International of San Ramon Valley, a volunteer organization for business and professional women who work to improve the lives of women and girls, is seeking applicants for their Women’s Opportunity Awards. Applications are currently available at... - November 05, 2011 - Soroptimist International of San Ramon Valley
Under One Roof Celebrates Its 20th Year and $4 Million Raised at Annual Holiday Premier Event
Today, Under One Roof (www.underoneroof.org), San Francisco’s only HIV & AIDS charity gift shop, announces it will be celebrating 20 wonderful years as a full-time store at its festive annual Holiday Premier event on Thursday, November 17th at its Castro location. - November 04, 2011 - Under One Roof
Sandlot, LLC Named Self-Sustaining HIE Initiative in Recent Report
The clinical health information technology company is a sustainable HIE initiative according to a new eHealth Initiative report. - November 04, 2011 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
For the Roncati Family, Fundraising for New Jersey Walks for TS to Benefit NJCTS is an All-Hands-on-Deck Affair
Bergen County trio again leading the pack toward New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome's $50,000 goal heading into second annual race Nov. 19. - November 04, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Fast Color Raising $1,000,000.00 for Our Military Veterans
For each shirt that is sold, Fast Color will donate an additional $1.00 towards the “Help on the Homefront” fund. The Patriot Guard Riders will also receive the profits from each shirt sold, for their general fund. - November 03, 2011 - Fast Color Inc
Deaf People from the UK to Volunteer at Deaf School in Sri Lanka
In January 2012, a group of deaf volunteers from the UK, will be travelling to Sri Lanka to volunteer at Deaf Schools and Special Needs centres. This placement is being organised by the volunteer organisation, SL Volunteers. From November 2011, the volunteers will begin learning Sri Lankan Sign... - November 03, 2011 - SL Volunteers