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Furry Friends Rescue Has Been Named the February 2011 Beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate
Furry Friends Rescue in Freemont, California has been named the February 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to animal rescue organizations. A different non-profit group is picked each month to receive the company’s... - February 02, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Announcing Project Touch: Free Apple iTouch to Needy Virginia Children with Autism
Autism Speaks is proud to team with a local teenager to bring the following innovative program to help needy children with autism receive a free iPod Touch, while supplies last. - February 02, 2011 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
While Haiti Has Experienced Some Progress, More Attention Needs to be Devoted to the Future of Haiti’s Orphans, Asserts WWO CEO Dr. Jane Aronson
One-year after the devastating earthquake, Dr. Jane Aronson, Founder and CEO of Worldwide Orphans Foundation (WWO), returned from a mission trip to Haiti on Jan. 28, where she assessed the plight of orphans and vulnerable children and identified specific needs for long-term assistance programs to... - February 02, 2011 - Worldwide Orphans Foundation
Real-Life Stories of the Hereafter in New Book from Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.'s 4th Dimension Press
Best-selling author Josie Varga's new book Visits to Heaven is collection of real-life stories of near-death experiences (NDEs) and afterlife communications that offers further proof, according to Varga, that there is not just a here, but a hereafter. - February 02, 2011 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
Jeffrey Levin Designs Capsule Jewelry Collection with a Giving Back Mission for Blood Cancers
Jeffrey Levin is a brand that gives back. Honoring his mother's memory and those fighting or who lost their battle with blood cancers, designer Jeffrey Levin created the Rosette capsule jewelry collection to raise awareness and give back to charity. - February 01, 2011 - Jeffrey Levin
GreaterGood Gives Grants to 85 Charities in January
GreaterGood.org announced grants totaling approximately $456,000 were given to 85 charities in January. These grants were made possible by the Gifts That Give More™ and other programs at the GreaterGood Network as well as funds contributed directly to GreaterGood.org. - January 30, 2011 - GreaterGood
Bill Guarinello Celebrates 40 Years with HeartShare
The President and CEO of HeartShare Human Services of New York has been with the nonprofit organization for 40 years. - January 30, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Horse Rescue Haven Expands Its Charitable Mission to Help Prevent Neglected and Abused Horses in America
Horse rescue non-profit charity, Horse Rescue Haven, expands its mission (beyond rescuing and caring for neglected and abused domestic horses on its Northern Nevada ranch) to include a comprehensive national preventative program to help prevent and reduce the incidence of these distressed horses, since there simply are not enough horse rescue organizations and facilities to care for the unprecedented need nationwide. - January 29, 2011 - Horse Rescue Haven
Women's eNews Receives $3,000 Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant for Black Maternal Health
Women’s eNews has received a $3,000 grant from The Board of the Fund for Investigative Journalism to support research into causes of maternal mortality amongst women of color in New York City. - January 29, 2011 - Women's eNews
Surprise Lake Camp Announces Campership Incentive Program
Surprise Lake Camp in conjunction with Foundation for Jewish Camp and UJA Federation NY is pleased to be able to share with you the Campership Program. - January 29, 2011 - Surprise Lake Camp
The Road to Glory is the Debut Book from New Author Minister Brianna Headen the Founder of Over Comers by the Blood Inc.
New book discusses overcoming life’s trials by the Glory of God - January 29, 2011 - Over Comers By The Blood
National Association of Women Business Owners Announces Finalists for Annual Awards Program
Woman Of Distinction program honors outstanding Southern Nevada professionals. - January 28, 2011 - NAWBO Southern Nevada
Pets for Patriots Debuts in Arizona to Help At-Risk Shelter Pets Find Loving Military Homes
Not-for-profit Pets for Patriots partners with the Arizona Humane Society and University Animal Hospital to help U.S. veterans honorably adopt and care for companion pets. - January 28, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Chico’s Donation to The Heights Foundation Honors Bruce Gora
At last December’s Dinner Under Construction, an event honoring the late Bruce Gora, one of his former clients, Chico’s FAS committed to a $10,000 donation to the building fund. - January 28, 2011 - Heights Foundation
Nashville Church of Scientology Brings New Hope to the War on Drugs
In the month prior to a recent National Survey on Drug on Drug Use and Health, an estimated 49,000 Tennessee children between 12 and 17 had used an illicit drug. Fed up with statistics like this, a group of Scientology parishioners decided to help rid the state of this problem by launching its own Drug-Free Tennessee campaign this past weekend at an event held in their church. - January 28, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Immigration Voice: President's Vision on Immigration "in the Right Direction"
Immigration Voice applauds the President’s recognition of our broken immigration system that allows for educating foreign nationals in the best universities this country has to offer and refrain from utilizing the investment made on them. The President’s call to reform in his State of... - January 28, 2011 - Immigration Voice
Historic 'I AM EQUAL' Human Rights Project Comes to Salt Lake City
International photo project shines light on human rights in the Beehive State. - January 27, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Ambitious 'I AM EQUAL' Human Rights Photo Project Comes to San Francisco
Global photo project shines light on human rights issues in the Bay Area. - January 27, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Love Your Neighbor: Event from Harlem Heights
Supporters and friends of the Heights Foundation gathered to “Love Your Neighbor,” on Jan. 19 at the home of Nancy and Bill Merriam in the community of Gulf Harbour in Fort Myers. Guests enjoyed an exclusive evening of decadence and delight featuring area restaurants and wine... - January 27, 2011 - Heights Foundation
VisionAIR Joins IJIS Institute as Its Sixth Sustaining Member
Institute’s prestigious member class continues to grow. The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces that VisionAIR, Inc. has upgraded its member status to become the... - January 27, 2011 - IJIS Institute
Kentucky Veterans Going to the Dogs (and Cats) with Program to Boost Second Chance Pet Adoption
Not-for-profit Pets for Patriots partners with the Kentucky Humane Society and Jefferson Animal Hospital East to help U.S. veterans honorably adopt and care for at-risk shelter pets. - January 27, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
New Bible Study Guide Series Explores “Getting to Really Know God”
What does God tell us about Himself, and how can we build a closer relationship with Him? A new series on “Getting to Really Know God” has just been added to the www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site. - January 27, 2011 - United Church of God
New York City Gets Its First NYC Vegetarian Food Festival
Organizers are hard at work on the first annual New York City Vegetarian Food Festival, which will arrive on Sunday, April 3, in the Chelsea district of Manhattan. - January 27, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
The Institute for New Economic Thinking to Hold Its Second Annual Plenary Conference from April 8 to 10, 2011 in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
The conference, “Crisis and Renewal: International Political Economy at the Crossroads,” will host over 200 leading economists, finance experts, and young scholars - January 26, 2011 - Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Institute for New Economic Thinking Has Created an Academic Partnership with the London School of Economics and Political Science
INET@LSE will apply ideas from “complexity social science” to improve the design and effectiveness of economic policy - January 26, 2011 - Institute for New Economic Thinking
Historic Human Rights Project Comes to Las Vegas
The ‘I AM EQUAL’ photo project shines light on human rights issues in the desert oasis. - January 26, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Preferred Travel of Naples Presents Explore Your Dream Destinations to Benefit Founders Fund Scholarships
The Founders Fund’s 20th anniversary will be honored at Preferred Travel of Naples’ annual fundraising event as proceeds go to the scholarship granting organization. - January 26, 2011 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
WaterCan Embassy Dinner Celebrates 17 Years in Support of Clean Water Projects in Africa
Tickets now on sale for Embassy Dinner 2011, Ottawa’s premier spring social event. - January 26, 2011 - WaterCan
TrOyMaN is the New "Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc." Ambassador
Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. introduces its 2011 Ambassador TrOyMaN. - January 26, 2011 - Hip Hop Grows Up Inc
Structural Engineers Urge California Governor to Support Hospital Upgrades for Public Safety
Structural Engineers Group warns Governor that many hospitals are still hazardous and/or at risk of collapse or significant loss of life in a major quake. Funding must continue for OSHPD to continue work to replace or retrofit these facilities. - January 26, 2011 - Structural Engineers Association of California
Roy Masters Paper Now Available for Download - the Moon-Earth System is Vacuum Gravity Energy Machine
New paper from talk radio veteran and physicist reveals a hint about the nature of universal gravity that may have been overlooked - January 23, 2011 - Foundation of Human Understanding
Paul Bucha Medal of Honor Recipient Joins Committee to Honor Homer L. Wise
Connecticut's only living Medal of Honor recipient announced today he will become a member of the Homer L. Wise Memorial Committee. Paul W. Bucha of Ridgefield, CT was awarded the Medal of Honor while serving as a captain and commanding officer of Company D, 3rd Battalion, 101st Airborne Division,... - January 22, 2011 - Homer L. Wise Memorial Committee, Inc
NAFA Opens Submissions for 2011 Goill Awards
The deadline to submit entries for the 2011 Larry Goill Memorial Quality Fleet Management Idea Awards is Friday, February 25. - January 22, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The SADS Foundation Commends the Salt Lake International Airport for Getting IAED Accreditation
The SADS (Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes) Foundation, founded in 1991 in Salt Lake City, UT, commends the Salt Lake International Airport on this prestigious accreditation. Quick response in the case of sudden cardiac arrest, especially with the use of an AED (automated external defibrillator),... - January 22, 2011 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
Junior League of Long Island Requests Clothing Donations for Fourth Annual First Step Program
Junior League’s First Step Helps Long Island Women Re-enter the Workforce and Gain Independence. - January 22, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
Cyber Security on InfraGard’s 2011 Agenda, Expert Panel Discusses Policy, Challenges and Recommendations for Cyber Security
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) held their first national policy event of the year on cyber security. INMA Chairman Dr. Kathleen Kiernan and Advisory Board Member James Norton welcomed a distinguished panel that included White House Cyber Security Coordinator Howard Schmidt, FBI... - January 21, 2011 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
$1 Million Dollar Gift Made to Heights Foundation by Local Couple
John and Mary Jo Boler, part-time Sanibel Island residents, made a $1 million donation to the building fund for The Heights Foundation’s Community and Cultural Arts Center last week. The gift puts the organization just $1.2 million away from being able to complete the $6.5 million building... - January 21, 2011 - Heights Foundation
Climate Ride Expands Beneficiaries to Nine Leading Green Organizations; Doubles Ride Events in 2011
350.org, 1% For the Planet, Climate Counts and others to benefit from nation’s largest environmental charity bicycle ride - January 21, 2011 - Climate Ride, Inc.
Teen Engineers Team Up with MPs and The Smallpeice Trust to Power Wind of Change
Thirty school children descended on the Houses of Parliament to compete in the final of the Renewable Energy Challenge run by educational charity The Smallpeice Trust, with prizes presented by Charles Hendry, Minister for the Department of Energy & Climate Change. The event also saw the launch of the industry report “Securing Tomorrow's Workforce” which highlights the importance of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) education and training to Britain's future. - January 21, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
The Deadline to Apply for the Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) Scholarship is January 28, 2011
Ronald McDonald House Charities® Northern Nevada will offer thirty-seven renewable scholarships to high school seniors who plan on attending college full-time next year. Students can apply online at www.rmhc-reno.org . All applications and supporting documents must be submitted by Friday,... - January 21, 2011 - Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada
Navistar's Shane Terblanche Announced as Keynote Speaker for NAFA's 2011 I&E
Shane Terblanche, the Vice President and General Manager for Navistar Electric Vehicles -- one of the success stories of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act -- will provide a Keynote Address at NAFA Fleet Management Association's 2011 Institute & Expo on Sunday, April 10. - January 21, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The Founders Fund, Inc. Honors Scholarship Recipients at 2010 Annual Scholars Luncheon
41 students were in attendance at the end of the year luncheon to honor their achievements as Founders Fund scholarship recipients. - January 20, 2011 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
Toni Kutchan to Receive the Fellows Award
St. Louis Academy of Science recognizes Danforth Center Scientist. - January 20, 2011 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
NAFA to Hold Silent Auction to Benefit St. Jude Children's Hospital at 2011 Institute & Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association is holding a silent auction to benefit St. Jude Children's Hospital at the Association's annual conference this April in Charlotte, NC. - January 19, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Critical Knowledge About Opium’s Atomic Structure Discovered by Danforth Center Researchers
Danforth Center finding key to the development of plant-based pharmaceuticals - January 19, 2011 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Commends Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Goal to Expand Minority Business Contracts with New York State Agencies
Governor Andrew Cuomo calls on New York State agencies to double the current minority and women-owned business participation goal - January 19, 2011 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
EMT Classes in Erie and Union City Offered by EmergyCare
Emergency Medical Technician classes are forming in Erie and Union City that will begin February 2011. EMT and Paramedic careers continue to be high priorty occupations in the state of Pennsylvania according to the PA Dept. of Labor and Industry. - January 19, 2011 - EmergyCare
Jon Strickland Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors
Local Engineer Supports Nonprofit Organization - January 19, 2011 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Fear the Turtle, Find a Cure Autism Speaks U 5K Run/3K Walk Presented by Sigma Phi Epsilon April 16, 2011 at the Comcast Center Parking Lot, College Park, MD
Autism Speaks, North America’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, today announced that the 3rd annual University of Maryland’s Fear the Turtle, Find a Cure Autism Speaks U 5K fundraising and awareness event will take place on April 16, 2011 at The Comcast Center Parking... - January 18, 2011 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
BizParentz' CARE Awards Invite Applications -- Child Actor Recognition Event
Tired of child-actor-gone bad stories? One organization in Hollywood is battling the image of child actors and supporting the gifted kids who are doing it right. - January 17, 2011 - BizParentz Foundation