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Volunteers Coordinate Upcoming Event to Support Orphaned Children in Southern Africa
Registration is now open for the First Annual Forgotten 5K and 1 Mile Mosey, which will be held on the grounds of the West Shore Evangelical Free Church in Mechanicsburg on Saturday, September 17th, 2011 at 9:00 am. All proceeds benefit Forgotten Voices International, a Dillsburg based 501(c)(3)... - August 27, 2011 - Forgotten Voices
NAFA Supports Proposed Ruling Regarding Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery
NAFA Fleet Management Association continues to monitor upcoming legislation that could affect fleet managers. - August 27, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Xclaimed Ministries Recognized as a Compassionate Ministries Center by the Church of the Nazarene
Xclaimed Ministries received recognition by the Church of the Nazarene Headquarters as an official Compassionate Ministries Center. A Compassionate Ministry Center (CMC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the needs of the economically disadvantaged in the community. - August 26, 2011 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Workout for St. Jude Event to Raise Funds for Kids Battling Cancer
Achieve Fitness is running a benefit event for St. Jude Children's Hospital on at Danehy Park in Cambridge, MA. The event will feature fun, family friendly activities. - August 26, 2011 - Achieve Fitness
The Animal Rescue Site Helps the Dogs of Bhutan
The Animal Rescue Site’s latest partnership with Humane Society International focuses on helping the street dogs of Bhutan. - August 26, 2011 - GreaterGood
Human Endeavour Attended and Exhibited at the MapleFest 2011
Human Endeavour (HE) attended and exhibited at the MapleFest 2011 and showcased the arts and crafts made by the community members under the umbrella of EPIC-Crafts, a social enterprise set up by EPIC. - August 26, 2011 - Human Endeavour
BlanketAmerica.com Promotes Back to School Bargains on Fleece Blankets and More
American blanket retailer Blanket America is now offering great savings on all back to school bedroom essentials including sheets, towels, blankets and throws. - August 26, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
John David Keith Charity Golf Tournament Benefits Georgia Victim of ALS
Polo Golf & Country Club in Cumming Celebrates Former Golf Pro with a Charity Event that is Open to the Public - August 26, 2011 - John David Keith Medical Relief Fund
KOSBE Launches New Website
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is proud to announce the launch of a new and improved website – kosbe.org. - August 25, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
IJIS Institute Elects New Board of Directors
IT industry leaders will shape direction for the Institute and its programs. The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces results of its election for the Institute’s Board of... - August 25, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Benefit Concert to be Held for Local Foundation That Supports Kids with Cancer and Their Families
Concert featuring Bowzer & the Stingrays – proceeds go to Kids of Childhood Cancer Foundation. - August 24, 2011 - Kids of Childhood Cancer
NAFA's Canadian Advanced Fleet Management Seminar Comes to Toronto
Fleet managers from throughout Canada will come together in Toronto for the 2011 Canadian Fleet Conference. Those wishing to continue their fleet education can attend NAFA's Canadian Advanced Fleet Management Seminar immediately following the conference. - August 24, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Raytheon Company and FBI CJIS Announced as Recipients of the 2011 IJIS Institute Innovation Award
Third annual IJIS Institute award honors industry and federal partners for their work on the National Law Enforcement Data Exchange (N-DEx) project. - August 24, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Heroes Breakfast Benefit Operation Stand Down, Inc.
Operations Stand Down, non-profit agency serving honorable discharged veterans in Middle Tennessee will be holding their first major fundraiser Oct. 31st at the Lowe's Vanderbilt Hotel Nashville TN. Proceeds from the event are used to support OSDN efforts. - August 23, 2011 - Operation Stand Down, Inc Nashville
British Humanists Take to the Bunkers Against Reasonable Faith's Dr. William Lane Craig
Renowned Christian philosopher, Dr. William Lane Craig, readies to take on the most prominent British atheists, such as Richard Dawkins, during his UK Tour. However, many are dropping out or refusing to debate him. - August 23, 2011 - Reasonable Faith
WMC LLC Donates More Than $1.5 Million in Technology to HSFA to Support Non-Profits Nationwide
WMC LLC donates a broadcasting license, technology and control of five 24-hour broadcast channels to HSFA, an IRS certified 501(c)(3) established for public safety, energy and health and human services. HSFA is gearing up to donate air time and software to qualifying non-profits, schools and government agencies. - August 23, 2011 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Coupons For Humanity, the Newest Way to Feel Good About Spending
New site uses the power of charity to offer an unbeatable deal on services and products in Las Vegas and Nationwide. - August 23, 2011 - Coupons For Humanity
IJIS Institute Appoints Sudhi Umarji and Rehan Chawdry to Represent IJIS Institute on the FBI’s LEX Governance Task Force
Representatives will contribute subject matter expertise to the FBI’s LEX governance process. - August 22, 2011 - IJIS Institute
The Fundraising Resource Blog Offers Fundraising and Marketing Insights and Advice for Non-Profit Organizations
This new blog offers nonprofit organizations, particularly development and advancement professionals, valuable information on nonprofit fundraising and marketing. The Blog covers topics such as major gifts, annual giving, fundraising training, capital campaigns, nonprofit marketing, board training and development and more. The blog will feature many guest bloggers with extensive nonprofit fundraising experience and can be found at www.thefundraisingresource.com/News-&-Events/Blog/. - August 22, 2011 - The Fundraising Resource Group
Robert Duvall on the Making of Legendary American Western Films
On Saturday, October 1, 2011, guests will join Luciana and Robert Duvall for a unique celebration of the American Western Film and an evening of conversation, dinner and dancing in The Plains, Virginia. - August 21, 2011 - The Robert Duvall Children's Fund
NAFA Supports New Standards for Heavy-Duty Trucks and Buses Announced by White House
NAFA Fleet Management Association supports the recently proposed standards for work trucks, buses, and other heavy-duty vehicles announced by the President. - August 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Smart Answers for Christianity’s Toughest Questions Presented at Upcoming Dare to Defend Conference
Calvary Chapel San Diego to host event tackling objections to hell, the dangers of Islam, and witnessing to the cults this Sept. 30. - August 20, 2011 - Come Reason Ministries
IJIS Institute Appoints Jim Pingel of URL Integration to Chair Uniform Crime Report Redevelopment Project Task Force
IJIS Institute Task Force to provide feedback and recommendations to the FBI for UCR Redevelopment. - August 20, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Dance Celebration!: A Free Public Event on Sunday, September 18 to Acknowledge the Talent in Baltimore and Celebrate the Strength and Diversity of the Dance Community
On Sunday, September 18, 2011 from 2-5pm, Full Circle Dance Company will host their 2nd annual Dance Celebration! which will feature several local dance artists, a silent auction, and open level dance classes. The event is free and open to the public. Dance Celebration! will kick-off the company's 11th season and premiere of their upcoming concert, B.A.R.E: Bodies, Attitudes, Reflections, Exposed, a project on Body Image. - August 19, 2011 - Full Circle Dance Company
Full Circle Dance Company Presents B.A.R.E: Bodies, Attitudes, Reflections, Exposed at the Baltimore Museum of Art
Full Circle Dance Company has invested a full year exploring controversial and provocative issues related to body image. The result of this journey is B.A.R.E., a performance of new works by seven choreographers, each with a unique perspective on anxieties, stereotypes, and secrets related to the body. B.A.R.E. will premiere November 4 and 5 at 7:30 pm at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Race, prostitution and sexual power, the fashion industry, and even dancers’ body perceptions are being revealed. - August 19, 2011 - Full Circle Dance Company
Mark Newton’s August 23rd Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show to Feature Rural Rhythm Records Artists, The Roys, Mason Douglas & Brandon Rickman
The Mark Newton’s Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show will be packed with talent for the August 23rd outing at the “Man VS. Food” famed venue, Roosters TX Style BBQ & Steakhouse, featuring Rural Rhythm recording artists, The Roys, Mason Douglas and Brandon Rickman. Also taking the... - August 19, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
Enable America to Award Airline Tickets to Disabled Vets and Wounded Warriors
Enable America’s work in promoting employment opportunities for disabled veterans and wounded warriors has been recognized by Southwest Airlines, which today announced the nonprofit as one of the organizations that will receive 40 round-trip airline tickets to be used in Enable... - August 19, 2011 - Enable America
IASP Offers World Suicide Prevention Day Banners in Over 40 Languages
The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) has prepared World Suicide Prevention Day banners in over 40 languages so that bloggers can write about suicide prevention in their mother tongues. - August 19, 2011 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
The Hunger Site Devotes Free "Click" Donation to African Famine
From August 17 to August 31, The Hunger Site’s "Click Here To Give" button will fund famine relief efforts in Africa. Each free click on The Hunger Site’s homepage button will pay for 1.1 cup of food. Donations are paid for by the website’s sponsoring advertisers and... - August 19, 2011 - GreaterGood
Jusani Culture Donates to HALO Animal Rescue
Jusani Culture, an eco-friendly lifestyle company supporting animal shelters, is proud to announce its support of HALO Animal Rescue. As part of its give-back-to-shelters mission, Jusani Culture chooses a deserving shelter each quarter to receive 10% of every purchase, helping them provide food, medication, supplements and supplies for their animals, as well as programs that educate the public. - August 18, 2011 - Jusani Culture
Pennyroyal Studio Announces Third Signature Collection Collaboration with Adam Lambert
Profits from the Pennyroyal Studio and Adam Lambert Pendant to Benefit The Trevor Project - August 18, 2011 - Pennyroyal Studio
Blanket America Promotes New Drapes and Valances Along with Matching Blankets and Bedding Sets
Blanket America, a textile manufacturer interested in humanitarianism, is offering sales on drapes and valances to match its discount cotton sheet set packs. - August 18, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Ocicats International & Maine Street Cat Club Are Excited to Announce They Will Have 1 of Only 4 Chinese Li Hau’s in the US on Exhibit at Their CFA Allbreed Cat Show
In addition to over 200 beautiful cats representing 42 CFA recognized breeds, Ocicats International and Maine Street Cat Club will have Jia Ji San Hu of Low Country, a Chinese Li Hau, on exhibit at the Show at the Simpsonville Recreation Center on West Curtis Street, Simpsonville SC on September 3... - August 18, 2011 - Ocicars International
Last-Chance Dog in Search of Loving Veteran to Call His Own
High Ridge Animal Hospital in Stamford, CT offers discounted veterinary care for veterans adopting homeless pets. - August 18, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Two Lupus Research Institute Scientists Deliver Breakthrough Research
The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) today announced findings of two studies demonstrating the power of its focus on innovation to drive discovery in lupus by backing potentially groundbreaking ideas that are typically too early or too novel for mainstream support. - August 17, 2011 - Lupus Research Institute
SF Bay Area Non-Profit Trains Museums on Cutting-Edge Imaging Technology
Cultural Heritage Imaging (CHI), a San Francisco-based non-profit, is offering free training in high-tech imaging to local and national museum professionals at a series of workshops throughout the US. Museum staff use the imaging techniques to create beautiful, high-resolution, interactive media... - August 17, 2011 - Cultural Heritage Imaging
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Voted Best Charity by Triangle East Magazine
Readers of Leading Lifestyle Magazine for Eastern Wake and Johnston Counties Rank Local Nonprofit as No. 1 in Annual Poll - August 17, 2011 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Researchers Demonstrate Green Tea Compound is Effective in Treating Genetic Disorder and Two Types of Tumors
Collaboration with the Stanley lab shows that there are natural compounds from plants that can control this deadly disorder and, with the atomic structure in hand, can be used as a starting point for further drug design. - August 17, 2011 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
MedBank Proudly Announces Changes to Its Savannah Program
MedBank Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization that helps chronically ill, un- and underinsured residents obtain free medications from pharmaceutical companies, proudly announces recent improvements to its Savannah program. - August 17, 2011 - MedBank Foundation, Inc.
The Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Texas Invites Supporters to Donate "Pennies from Heaven" at jcpenny, Denton, Texas
Campaign Seeks Donations of Change to Benefit Denton County Youth - August 16, 2011 - Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Texas
Foundation for a Drug-Free South: Crushing the Scourge of Drugs Across Tennessee
Director of the Foundation for a Drug-Free South is challenging the way people think about drugs in this society. - August 14, 2011 - Drug Free South
Groundbreaking Down Syndrome National Poll: Americans Want More Funding
A Poll Conducted by Kupersmit Research on behalf of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation found strong backing for government programs that provide education and training for people with Down syndrome, support for their families and research into the condition. - August 13, 2011 - Global Down Syndrome Foundation
Guelph City Councillor Supports First Annual Walk for PKD in September
Todd Dennis will participate in the PKD Foundation of Canada’s nation-wide efforts to raise more than CDN$60,000 for research on polycystic kidney disease in 2011. - August 13, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Trust for Architectural Easements Tours Fells Point Historic District in Baltimore
The Trust for Architectural Easements protects historic buildings in Fells Point. To learn more about the Trust for Architectural Easements, visit the Trust’s website at www.architecturaltrust.org. - August 13, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Tours Garment Center Historic District in New York
The Trust for Architectural Easements helped list the Garment Center Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places. Garment Center covers 25 blocks of Midtown Manhattan between Sixth and Ninth avenues to the east and west, and between 35th and 41st streets to the south and north. It... - August 13, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Richard Hipp to Speak at Triangle Technology Executives Council August 17 Executive Lunch Briefing
Guest Speaker is Creator of SQLite Database Engine - August 13, 2011 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
San Pablo Arts District Fund Presents Lip Service West Featuring W. Ross Ayers, Sean Craven, Pamela Holm, Kishma Patnaik and Howard Zalkin
Equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking, embarrassing and brutally honest, Lip Service West promises to be unlike any literary event you’ve ever experienced. - August 12, 2011 - San Pablo Arts District Fund
The IJIS Institute Advisory Council Formed
Sustaining Members to lead the way to progress in public safety, justice and homeland security - August 11, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Back-to-School Advice for Parents and Teachers for Making School Safe
NJCTS Anxiety Webinar Series continues on August 17 - August 11, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Double Lung Transplant Recipient Receives Professional Hockey Tryout
The Life: Pass It On Transplant Society is proud to announce its support of double lung transplant recipient Trevor Umlah who has been invited to the professional hockey camp hosted by the ECHL’s Elmira Jackals. The camp will be held in Elmira, New York and begins September 2, 2011. Mr. - August 11, 2011 - Life: Pass It On Transplant Society