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Morning Star Fishermen: Educating the World on Aquaponics and Sustainability
Aquaponics is combining aquaculture with hydroponics. At the MSF North American Headquarters, MSF instructors are educating individuals from around the world so that they may teach others how to live more sustainably. - September 26, 2011 - Morning Star Fishermen
Boulder Emergency Squad Elects New President and Chief
The Boulder Emergency Squad has elected Andrew M. Amalfitano as the new President and Chief for a two-year term. Boulder Emergency provides volunteer search and rescue services for the past 47 years within and around Boulder County. Early in his volunteer rescue career, Amalfitano served in the same role from 1985-1995. - September 26, 2011 - Boulder Emergency Squad, Inc
Enable America Partners with Raleigh-Triangle Employers to Increase Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities
Enable America, a non-profit organization devoted to improving employment for people with disabilities, wounded warriors and disabled veterans, has announced a full schedule of Job Seekers Workshops and Career Mentoring Days for October and November. With the unemployment rate for persons with... - September 25, 2011 - Enable America
BlanketAmerica.com Promotes Back to School Specials on Its Sheets, Blankets and More
Blankets retailer Blanket America is encouraging students to take advantage of the company's back to school savings to decorate their rooms with a new cotton sheet set, woven blanket, or other discount textile. - September 25, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
500 Expected at the South Florida Yoga Aid Challenge to Raise Funds for Non-Profit Yoga Program Targeting At-Risk Youth, 305 Spiritual Gangsters
More than 500 yoga practitioners are expected at the South Florida Yoga Aid Challenge set for Sunday, October 2nd, 2011 at the top level of the newly constructed parking complex at 1111 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. The fundraising event will consist of a 2 hour yoga practice of 108 Sun Salutations to... - September 24, 2011 - 305 Spiritual Gangsters
Two Northeast Food Banks Receive GreaterGood Grants Following Hurricane Irene
Two Northeast food banks received grants from GreaterGood.org made possible by the “Hurricane Irene - Help Now” Gift That Gives More [tm] at The Hunger Site. Both the Food Bank of the Southern Tier in New York and the CEO/Weinberg Northeast Regional Food Bank in Pennsylvania serve... - September 24, 2011 - GreaterGood
New Christian Web Booklet Released: Welcome to the Church of God, a Worldwide Association
The Church of God, a Worldwide Association, has made its latest publication available free on its website. - September 24, 2011 - Church of God, a Worldwide Association
9/24 Triathlon Remembers 10-Year Old Abbey; Brings Awareness to Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes
Triathlon event in Rock Hill South Carolina. This event is in honor of Abbey Wambach, who died at the age of 10 due to complications related to a SADS condition. The event will benefit the SADS (Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes) foundation. - September 24, 2011 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
New York Area Artists Raise Over $8,000 for the Orphans of Uganda at the First Annual UORDP Fundraiser - "Art for Uganda"
Fourteen artists and photographers from New York and Connecticut recently raised over $8,000 for Ugandan orphans. Ugandan Orphans Rural Development Program - UORDP (http://ugandasorphans.org, kicked off their first annual fundraiser, “Art for Uganda” with a cocktail party and silent... - September 24, 2011 - MCCA
HeartShare Human Services is Reaccredited by COA
William R. Guarinello, President and CEO of HeartShare Human Services of New York, announced today that the nonprofit organization has been reaccredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). COA accreditation attests that HeartShare meets the highest national standards and is delivering the best... - September 23, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
NAWBO Southern Nevada President Receives National Leadership Award
Kimberly Gyuran-Miles to Receive World of Difference Award from The International Alliance for Women at Global Forum in Washington, DC on Oct. 27 - September 23, 2011 - NAWBO Southern Nevada
6th Annual Phoenix Old World Oktoberfest Brings Authentic Germanic Cultural Experience to the Valley - October 15th
Authentic Old World-style Oktoberfest event, presented by Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures -- includes German "oompah" band flown in from Bavaria, polka contest, beer stein-holding contest, alphorn blowing contest, free children's village play park, real German food and imported German beer. - September 23, 2011 - Arizona Center for Germanic Cultures
New, Successful Nonprofit Helps Place US Veterans Into Film, Television and Music Production Jobs
Hiring Veterans Benefits Employers: Vets Bring More Than Job Skills to the Work Place - September 23, 2011 - Vets On Set
SlickWear.org, Eco Friendly Bags That Save Lives
SlickWear is bringing collaboration to online shopping by partnering with both eco friendly bag designers and a featured non-profit each month. Every bag on http://www.slickwear.org is made from eco friendly materials with a varying amount from each purchase, based on the total price of the bag,... - September 23, 2011 - SlickWear
InfraGard Hosts Border Security Forum
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held the latest in its series of critical sector forums by examining border security issues with Michael Fisher (Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol), Donna Bucella (Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Intelligence and Investigative Liaison at U.S. Customs and Border Protection) and Pat Maher (Senior Intelligence Analyst with Booz Allen Hamilton). Dr. Kathleen Kiernan and Rick Saunders welcomed the distinguished panel. - September 22, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
InfraGard Launches EMP Special Interest Group
InfraGard announces the launch of a nationwide special interest group (SIG) that will focus on threats that could cause nationwide long-term critical infrastructure collapse. Named the EMP SIG, after electromagnetic pulse, the SIG will cover all similarly dangerous hazards such as extreme space... - September 22, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
Trust for Architectural Easements Tours Boston’s Historic South End Neighborhood
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Boston's Historic South End. The multimedia tour can be found on the Trust's website. The South end of Boston is the largest extant enclave of urban Victorian residential architecture in the country. Declared a National... - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Recently Toured the Wesleyan Grove Historic District in Martha’s Vineyard
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Historic Martha's Vineyard. The multimedia tour can be found on the Trust's website. It’s been called a fairyland. There are more than 300 tiny clustered cottages, painted in a rainbow of pink and purple and pastel... - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Presents Online Tour of the Oregon Historic District in Dayton, Ohio
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Oregon Historic District in Dayton, Ohio. The multimedia tour can be found on the Trust's website. Nicknamed the “Gem City,” Dayton, Ohio, garners national recognition from its association with its most famous... - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Animal Rescue Groups from California to Canada Win in Shelter+ Challenge Round 3
In the third round of voting in The Animal Rescue Site’s $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge with Petfinder.com, The Cat House on the Kings in Parlier, CA, won the $5,000 Grand Prize. Sasha’s Den in Quebec and Speaking of Dogs Rescue in Ontario were the first Canadian weekly winners in the Challenge. - September 22, 2011 - GreaterGood
Youth Organizer is Calling All Kids to Mendham Walks for TS on November 19th
Registration is now open for the second annual 5K walk and family fun run at Mendham Borough Park and is set to benefit the NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome. - September 22, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
International Entrepreneurs to Meet with Tech Industry Leaders at Silicon Valley Connect 2011, September 29-30
Sizhao "Zao" Yang, Founder of MyMiniLife (Sold to Zynga) and Creator of Farmville to Keynote - September 22, 2011 - ANZA Technology Network
Trust for Architectural Easements Presents Online Tour of Historic Charleston, South Carolina
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Historic Charleston, South Carolina. A PDF of the tour can be found on the Trust's website. - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Diversity Community Foundation (DCF) Continues the Fight Against Hunger in Today’s Youth
DCF BackPack Buddy Program will be accepting food donations at Kroger on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd on Saturday, September 21 from 10am to 2pm. This is an opportunity for the community to come together in unity to assist in stamping out hunger. Bulk donations from other stores will be accepted. Monetary donations will also be accepted. You can sponsor a BackPack for a child for only $30 per month. - September 22, 2011 - Diversity Community Foundation
Help a Veteran, Win Two Motorcycles
Sweepstakes gives everyday people the opportunity to offer a helping hand to injured armed forces while having the chance to win Harley-Davidsons. - September 21, 2011 - Healing Heroes Network
Teachers Benefit from Fish in the Classroom Program at the Florida Aquarium
The Florida Aquarium trains 232 teachers on curriculum about marine biology through the Fish in the Classroom Program that is funded by the Pet Care Trust. - September 21, 2011 - Pet Care Trust
NAFA Presents First-Ever "Mastering International Fleet Management" Seminar
NAFA Fleet Management will hold its first ever seminar on international fleet management November 1-3, 2011 at the Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa in Jupiter, Florida. - September 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Buy a California King Cotton Sheet Set on Sale and Give a Blanket to Americans in Need at BlanketAmerica.com
Blankets and throws manufacturer Blanket America is showcasing its 22-piece California King cotton sheet set sale, featuring select items over 60% off their listing prices. - September 21, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Planting Seeds & The Kind Foundation - Peace in Our Lifetime Initiative Media Release "Global United Party for Peace - 2011, London"
Peace in Our Lifetime, a UK based organisation will host an International Peace Day concert: "A Global United Party for Peace' at The Bedford in South London on Wednesday September 21st, the internationally recognised annual day of non-violence and cease-fire, as declared by the United Nations. - September 20, 2011 - Peace In Our Lifetime
Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, Inc. Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Musical Drama: "The House That Faith Built" – October 1, 2011
Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Barbara L. King, is celebrating 40 years of providing spiritual teachings and services throughout the world. To culminate Hillside’s 40th anniversary celebration, Hillside will present “The House That Faith Built”, a musical drama, on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 7:00 pm. This production will be held in Hillside’s Sanctuary at 2450 Cascade Road, SW, Atlanta, GA 30311. - September 20, 2011 - Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, Inc.
Spotlight Shines on Invisible Disabilities Champions at Annual Honors Banquet on 10/02/11 - Including Keynote Speaker Luis Carlos Montalván and His Service Dog Tuesday
Invisible Disabilities Association will be honoring the following: National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD); Dave Dias; Kevin Custer; David Sandusky; Kent Thiry of Davita; Association of Hole in the Wall Camps; Theresa Marchetta of KMGH; Cancer Treatment Centers of America; Margaret A Ferrante MD; David Martz MD of ILADS and Jane Brown. Keynote Speaker will be Luis Carlos Montalván and Tuesday; MC will be Rick Crandall KEZW. Special Guest will be NSA Hall of Fame Speaker Karyn Buxman, RN. - September 19, 2011 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Church of Scientology’s ARTlightenment is Setting the Stage for Its Third Year
In a city renowned for performing artists and songwriters, it’s easy to overlook the amazing visual art being produced in Nashville and Middle Tennessee. - September 19, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Independence from Drugs: Foundation for a Drug-Free South Helping Hispanics
September 16 marks the Day of Independence in Mexico. Much like America’s July 4th celebration, the people of Mexico celebrate the time they won their liberty from Spain. - September 19, 2011 - Drug Free South
Artsy Affair Highlights Sick Children’s Art to Support Cancer Research and Access to Care
On October 1, 2011 Advita Fund USA will host the 2nd Annual Artsy Affair cocktail party and silent auction to benefit cancer research at Texas Children’s Cancer Center and support young cancer patients from Russia and the former Soviet Union. - September 19, 2011 - Advita Fund USA
Early-Bird Savings for NAFA's Fleet Management Seminars End on September 21
NAFA Fleet Management Association will hold two fleet management educational seminars in New Orleans this October. - September 18, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Golf Event to Benefit Chattanooga Area At-Risk Youth and Inner-City Children
Breakaway Outreach is excited to announce the inaugural Champions Fore Kids golf fundraising event to benefit Chattanooga area at-risk youth and inner-city children. The event will be held at Montlake golf course in Soddy Daisy, October 22, 2011. Breakaway Outreach is a faith-based 501(c)3... - September 18, 2011 - Breakaway Outreach
GreaterGood Network's The Literacy Site Launches New Gift to Help Afghanistan Girls
GreaterGood Network's The Literacy Site’s latest Gift That Gives More[tm] helps girls in Afghanistan achieve an education. - September 18, 2011 - GreaterGood
Guelph's First PKD Fundraising Walk a Success
First annual Walk for PKD in Guelph raises over $4,800 for Canadian research on polycystic kidney disease (PKD). - September 18, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Creative Options Result in Effective Evangelism
Effective Evangelism Produces Many Results - September 16, 2011 - Norman Moore Ministries
Human Endeavour to Co-Host All Candidates Debate in Vaughan
Human Endeavour, along with Vaughan Citizen, is organizing a debate on September 20th which will be attended by all provincial candidates from Vaughan - September 16, 2011 - Human Endeavour
Pennyroyal Studio Announces Signature Collection Collaboration with James Durbin
Proceeds from the Pennyroyal Studio and James Durbin Design to Benefit Tourette Syndrome Association - September 15, 2011 - Pennyroyal Studio
Non-Profit Offers iPad2 as Incentive for Booking Christian Mission Trips to Florida
Epic Missions, Inc. will give new iPad2 tablets to the leaders of the first 12 mission trips booked to take place in 2012. - September 15, 2011 - Epic Missions, Inc.
Junior League Asks Orlando Community to Hustle to End Child Hunger - Volunteer Organization Hosts Fundraising 5K October 27th and Says "Bring Canned Food"
After kicking off a new League year with a focus on childhood health, hunger and poverty, the Junior League of Greater Orlando will host its fourth annual Harvest Hustle 5K run/walk October 27th in Baldwin Park to support the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and to fund League-sponsored community programs focused on ending childhood hunger. To register, please visit www.jlgo.org or www.run4acause.org/jlgo - September 15, 2011 - Junior League of Greater Orlando
Palm Beach County Veterans Get New Affordable Pet Adoption Option
Pets for Patriots charity teams with Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League and Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary & Hospital to save lives of pets and persons. - September 15, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Music and Meaning at the Heart of JD Palooza Concert to Benefit the John David Keith Medical Relief Fund
Friends and Family of Georgia ALS Patient Plan Charity Event at Smith’s Olde Bar on September 25 to Raise Funds and Awareness - September 15, 2011 - John David Keith Medical Relief Fund
Chicago Lighthouse Partners with Best Buy to Bring Special Assistive Technology to NW Suburbs
Assistive devices for people with visual impairments will be on display for two special Best Buy events this fall in the northwest suburbs. Those interested can view products at the Best Buy in Norridge on Sept. 21 and Golf Mill on Oct. 5. - September 14, 2011 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Grand Opening: The Brides Project Comes to Ann Arbor Michigan
The Brides Project, a non-profit organization that raises money for the Cancer Support Community of Ann Arbor, is taking bridal appointments. - September 13, 2011 - The Brides Project
Storybook Dads Charity Chain-Gang Hike with Terry Waite
Terry Waite CBE to Join the Storybook Dads Chain Gang on 28th September, 2011. Hostage negotiator, humanitarian and author Terry Waite will be taking part in a "chain gang" walk at HMP Dartmoor this September to raise awareness and funds for the Storybook Dads charity. - September 12, 2011 - Storybook Dads
The 2011 Longview Art and World Music Festival Will be KC's First "Zero to Landfill" Festival Event
100% of the food waste, trash and disposed products generated at the event will be recycled. - September 12, 2011 - Summit Art Inc.
Fashion Week to End on a Vegan Note
Fur-less fashion is the theme for an upcoming U.S. Veg Corp event slated for Thursday, September 15, at the eco-friendly TriBeCa venue called Greenhouse. “Have Mercy! (Fashion Event)” will feature new couture designs, vegan treats, music, dancing, and chocolate. Proceeds from the... - September 12, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate