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Nashville Church of Scientology Says: It’s All About the Art
Highly acclaimed sports artist Robert Blehert traveled from Seattle, WA to Nashville, TN with a set purpose: helping other artists in their craft. - July 08, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Glee Star & San Diego Adventurer Lend Their Names to 33-Story Rappel for Kids Included Together (KIT)
Lauren Potter & Erica Davis join ‘Over the Edge for KIT’ - A spectacular charity event benefiting San Diego youth. - July 08, 2011 - Kids Included Together
National Association of Professional Background Screeners Announces First International Affiliated Chapter
Asia-Pacific Area Background Screeners Form NAPBS® APAC - July 07, 2011 - National Association of Professional Background Screeners
Potential Engineers get a Smallpeice of the Action
Forty-three students aged 14 and 15 spent the week enjoying a unique learning experience at The University of Manchester’s School of Materials. Sessions were designed to explore not just Engineering Materials, but also biomedical materials science and technical textiles. - July 07, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
Toastmasters District 83, Appoints Anna D. Banks to Public Relations Officer Post
Toastmasters District 83 Governor, Lisa Pantano is pleased to announce the appointment of Anna D. Banks, MAS, GCDF, as Public Relations Officer (PRO). Banks is responsible for publicity between the District, its 150 clubs, and the public-at-large. - July 07, 2011 - Toastmasters District 83
Smallpeice Trust Electronic Engineering Course Causes Buzz Amongst Teenagers
Teenagers from across the UK enjoyed a unique learning experience at the University of Portsmouth with a 4-day residential course giving the students a valuable insight into the field of electronic engineering. - July 06, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students On-Board to a Career in Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
Thirty seven students aged 14 and 15 recently attended a Marine Technology course from 26th to 30th June at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow. Students were given the opportunity to learn about marine engineering through a series of presentations and practical exercises. Working in teams, they were tasked with designing a radio-controlled replica of a large cargo ship to transport goods from Glasgow to Singapore. - July 06, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
Fighting Cancer Never Tasted So Good
Today, there are many ways to become involved in the fight against cancer – everything from marathons to private donations – but did you ever think you could eat your way to a cancer-free tomorrow? John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress has put together a variety of mouth-watering, delectable eats and treats for the 2nd Annual Food Truck Round Up for Cancer Research from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 17 at the corner of 14th Street and Santa Monica Boulevard. - July 05, 2011 - John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress
Canstruction® Announces Winners in 15th Annual International Competition
Canstruction is proud to announce the 2010-2011 International Competition Winners. The International Competition was held in Charleston, SC this year on June 10, 2011. Eight highly respected architects, planners and real estate professionals from the Charleston area convened to select the winners of the 15th annual contest. Together they were able to raise over 2.6 million pounds of food for local food banks around the world this competition year. - July 03, 2011 - Canstruction, Inc
Rescue Chocolate to Benefit Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue
Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue has been named the July 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate. - July 02, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Breakaway Outreach Offers Chattanooga Kids "Somethin' Good in the Hood"
Breakaway Outreach is excited to announce the launch of Kidz Connection Mobile, a new outreach program bringing Chattanooga kids “Somethin' Good in the Hood” through creative neighborhood experiences for under-served communities and low-income apartment complexes. The faith-based... - July 01, 2011 - Breakaway Outreach
Rotary District 7640 in South Jersey Inducts New Leaders
Rotary International District 7640 in South Jersey inducted a new District Governor, Leadership Team and Club Presidents for the 2011-2012 term of service. - July 01, 2011 - Rotary International District 7640
Nashville Metros Declare Drug-Free Day in Honor of Drug-Free South
The Nashville Metros Soccer team honored the United Nations Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in a special way. - June 30, 2011 - Drug Free South
Add Color to the Bedroom with New Bright, Reversible Comforter Sets from Blankets Manufacturer Blanket America
BlanketAmerica.com just enhanced its selection of sheet sets, blankets and throws with new brightly colored comforters great for the summer, including several reversible sheet sets. - June 30, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Four Delaware Valley Churches to Host Joint Summer Education Series
Princeton Theological Seminary Professor of New Testament Clifton Black to present lecture series on Jesus’ parables July 17-20 in Titusville, Mt. Airy, Lambertville and Stockton, New Jersey. - June 29, 2011 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
Center for Tourette Syndrome Expands Wednesday Webinars to Include Series on Anxiety
NJCTS education program branching out to include common mental health issues. - June 29, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Agriculture Secretary Appoints Danforth Center Scientist to Advisory Committee on Biotechnology and 21st Century Agriculture
"This advisory committee will come together to continue investigating the challenges of coexistence among different forms of agricultural production," said Vilsack. "I hope this committee will recommend workable solutions that will enhance the ability of all farmers to grow the crops they want in order to effectively meet the needs of their customers." - June 29, 2011 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Enable America Praises Progress Energy's PRIDE
Speaking on themes of tolerance, empathy, and confidence, Enable America founder and CEO Richard Salem urged advocates of people with disabilities to continue to push forward as they work to improve employment opportunities for a segment of the population that faces unique challenges in a difficult... - June 29, 2011 - Enable America
Boston Walkers Needed to Help Fight Arthritis
Looking for volunteers and walkers for the 2011 Boston Arthritis Walk to help raise funds for arthritis research and public health programs. - June 29, 2011 - Arthritis Foundation
A Remedy for Iraq's South: Iraqis Host Pediatric Cardiac Surgery and Training ‘Remedy’ Mission in Iraq’s Arab South
The Preemptive Love Coalition (PLC), a U.S.-based NGO in Iraq, is announcing their 6th lifesaving surgical and training mission to serve children in Iraq suffering from congenital heart defects. American surgeon Dr. William Novick and his international team including volunteers from Australia,... - June 29, 2011 - Preemptive Love Coalition
Eden Autism Services Launches Online Learning Community for Teachers
Eden Autism Services recently launched two online learning communities specifically designed for teachers through edWeb.net, a professional social network for the education community. - June 26, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Donate Your Car, Boat, Motorcycle or RV to Support Barefoot Kids Foundation
Barefoot Kids Foundation has partnered with Cars 4 Causes® to process their vehicle donations. Cars 4 Causes® is America's 1st vehicle donation charity and specializes in turning donated vehicles into cash. All vehicle donations will help raise money for Barefoot Kids Foundation to provide new footwear for Kids in need. - June 25, 2011 - Barefoot Kids Foundation
KOSBE Award Winner, Picsee Studio to Hold Ribbon Cutting and Soiree
Photography with Heart - June 24, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
North Carolina Cat Rescue Wins Second Round of $300,000 Shelter+ Challenge
In 2011, GreaterGood Network and The Animal Rescue Site will give away $300,000 in grants during Shelter+ Challenge. Halfway through the year, $150,000 already has been awarded to groups of all sizes in all 50 states, Canada, Costa Rica, and the Bahamas, with the latest grand prize going to Blind Cat Rescue in North Carolina. - June 24, 2011 - GreaterGood
Journey of Hope: Fraternity Cyclists to Arrive in Denver, Raising Awareness for People with Disabilities
Simply put, Push America serves people with disabilities. They were founded on the premise that people with disabilities are no different than people without disabilities, and it is the organization’s vision to raise the level of awareness about people with disabilities. Journey of Hope is a vehicle for us to achieve this goal. - June 24, 2011 - Push America
Friends of Karen Appoints New Finance Director
Friends of Karen has appointed Terri Sorrentino as the new Director of Finance and Administration. - June 24, 2011 - Friends of Karen
We Remember: September 11, 2001 - September 11, 2011
The Church of St. Mary at Clinton Heights announces plans to observe and memorialize the tenth anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks by organizing a community-wide commemorative event. - June 23, 2011 - Church of St. Mary at Clinton Heights
Stay Cool and Comfortable in the Summer with Cotton Sheet Set Bargains from Blanket America
BlanketAmerica.com is promoting its cotton sheet set discounts to help shoppers find light, comfy summer bedding at affordable prices. - June 23, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Popular Nonprofit Organization Falls Victim to Economic Downturn
ALERT Health, a nonprofit organization providing preventive health counseling, testing, and referral will close its office on June 30th due to funding constraints. Founded in 1997 as “Hep-C ALERT” by Andi Thomas, a patient affected by chronic Hepatitis C, its original mission was to... - June 22, 2011 - ALERT Health, Inc.
Four Women to Summit Mt. Whitney in Hike for Central Valley Charities
Eight night, 75 mile trans-sierra trek aims to raise $100 per mile, or $7,500, for five local charities. - June 22, 2011 - Trans-Sierra Club
Indra Public Relations Presents: The Trent Tucker All 4 Kids Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament & Dinner Party
Trent Tucker of the NY Knicks and World Champion Chicago Bulls, will host his annual Celebrity Golf Tournament & Dinner Party to support the All 4 Kids Foundation and the Children’s Cancer & Blood Foundation. Celebrity participants Patrick Ewing, Charles Oakley, John Starks, Michael... - June 22, 2011 - Indra Public Relations
Journey of Hope: Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Men Cycle Across Country for People with Disabilities
The Journey of Hope is a program of Push America, the national philanthropy of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, which raises money and awareness for people with disabilities. The three Journey of Hope teams (North, South, and Trans-America) consist of men from Pi Kappa Phi chapters across the country. The... - June 22, 2011 - Push America
JustFundraising Launches New Fundraising Product – ProShop Savings Card
Card helps groups raise funds by offering $35 in discounts at each of the official online stores of all five big leagues—NFL®, NBA®, NHL®, NASCAR® and Major League Baseball®. - June 22, 2011 - JustFundraising
Dallas Equality Rally Taps Photo Documentary Creator as Speaker
Jason Beckett joins the roster of speakers at the North Texas March for Equality. - June 22, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Enable America Helps Chart Commitment to World Class Military Health Care in the NCR
Sharing a collective vision to provide ongoing world class health care to the nation's wounded warriors, a group of non-profit and community leaders met to build understanding and chart a path to enhance support for our nation’s wounded war fighters. “'World class health care' as... - June 22, 2011 - Enable America
KOSBE Executive Director Releases First Book, Startup Savvy, to Help Small Businesses Stay in Business and Succeed
The new book is filled with professional advice and tips especially for potential entrepreneurs and any business in business less than five years. - June 21, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
NJCTS and Atlantic Health Present the 2011 Statewide Symposium on Tourette Syndrome
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, or if you think your child is showing signs of TS, register today for the 2011 Statewide Symposium on Tourette Syndrome at Overlook Medical Center. - June 21, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The International Aging Research Portfolio (IARP) Team Announces the Launch of FundingTrends.org
The development team of the International Aging Research Portfolio (IARP) today announced the launch of the beta version of FundingTrends.org – a simple and effective online tool for comparing funding trends in biomedical research based on keywords and phrases used in successful grant... - June 20, 2011 - The International Aging Research Portfolio
TPC Scottsdale Becomes a Platinum Member of Audubon Lifestyles and the ISC
As a Platinum Member, TPC Scottsdale has joined a growing network of golf facilities who are actively showing their support of Audubon Lifestyles and ISC. - June 20, 2011 - ISC-Audubon
GreaterGood Network Adds The Autism Site to Suite of "Click Here to Give" Websites
The GreaterGood Network launched The Autism Site in June to raise awareness of this growing health problem that impacts thousands of children and their families in the United States and around the world. - June 20, 2011 - GreaterGood
Angel Names Association Supports NYS Governments Passing of Certificate of Still Birth Bill
New York State Government Finally Says “Yes” to Certificate of Still Birth. - June 20, 2011 - Angel Names Association
Munich Re Sponsors the 8th Annual Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run for Autism
The eighth annual Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run, sponsored by Munich Re, will be held on Sunday, July 17, 2011 at the Princeton Forrestal Village; the location of Eden’s brand new model autism school and national headquarters scheduled to open November 2011. Proceeds from the race will benefit children and adults with autism. - June 19, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Las Vegas to Host 3rd Annual “Stop Child Trafficking Now Walk” in 2011
Today, non-profit organization Stop Child Trafficking Now announced plans for its 3rd annual fundraising Walk in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 24th, 2011 at 9AM PST at the Stupak Community Center (251 W. Boston Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89102). The Walk is part of a national campaign taking place in... - June 19, 2011 - Stop Child Trafficking Now - Las Vegas
Non-Profit Organization Finds New Ways to Promote Church in America
LA-based Bridges nurtures leaders of Christ-based communities to extend church into future. - June 18, 2011 - Bridges
Eden Autism Services Adult Program Awarded Highest Level Health & Human Services Accreditation
Eden Autism Services Adult Residential and Employment Services has been awarded the highest level of accreditation for a period of 3 years by CARF International (Commision on Accreditation and Rehabilitation Facilities). - June 18, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Lessons in Crisis Leadership with ADM Thad Allen
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held the latest in its series of critical sector forums by examining crisis leadership with Admiral Thad Allen, USCG (Ret.). INMA Chairman Dr. Kathleen Kiernan and Board Member VADM Dave Pekoske, USCG (Ret.), welcomed Admiral Allen to address a full... - June 17, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
Pioneering the Future of Adult Services - Businesses Created with Autism in Mind
It was a bright night for Autism as over 150 guests clad in white attire enjoyed "A Night in White Summer Soiree"- an evening of fashion, food, and live entertainment to support Autism awareness and promote the desperate need for adult services. On Friday, June 10th 2011 at Shelter Rock... - June 17, 2011 - Spectrum Designs Foundation
Junior League of Long Island Names New President
The Junior League of Long Island (www.jlli.org), a nonprofit organization of women volunteers, today announced that Georgia Gier of Oyster Bay has been appointed President for the upcoming year. The office of the Junior League President is an annual appointment by the JLLI Board of Directors. As... - June 17, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
Community Foundation Selects Sue Mosey for Mariam C. Noland Award for Nonprofit Leadership
Named after the Foundation’s first and only president, this award recognizes a nonprofit president or CEO in southeast Michigan whose service exemplifies the importance of nonprofit leadership to their organization and the wider nonprofit community. - June 17, 2011 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
PROGRESS Arts Group Inc. Launches 2011-2012 PAM Project Youth Arts, Empowerment, & Wellness Tour - "Educate.Empower.Transform."
The PROGRESS Arts Group Inc. is a Houston based 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and education organization whose overall mission is to Educate and Create Opportunities through the arts ~Worldwide. The organization is excited to announce the launch of their 2011-2012 national PAM Project Youth Arts,... - June 16, 2011 - PROGRESS Arts Group Inc.