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Traditional Jeweler’s Annual Event Provides Free After-School Programs for Children

2010 Watch Extravaganza Raises Support for After-School All-Stars - October 06, 2010 - After-School All-Stars

Bruce Caldwell Joined the Advisory Board of the Institute for New Economic Thinking

The Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) has appointed Bruce Caldwell, Research Professor of Economics and the Director of the Center for the History of Political Economy at Duke University, to its advisory board, which also includes five Nobel Prize winners. Currently the General Editor of... - October 06, 2010 - Institute for New Economic Thinking

NetHope Welcomes AED as the Newest Member of Their Information Technology Collaboration

NetHope, a unique collaboration of the world's leading international humanitarian organizations working together to solve common problems in the developing world, today welcomed its 32nd member organization: AED, a nonprofit organization working globally to improve education, health, civil society... - October 06, 2010 - NetHope

Eden President & CEO, Dr. Tom McCool Named Innovator of the Year

Thomas P. McCool Ed.D, President & CEO of Eden Autism Services has been named Innovator of the Year by the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce. “It is a thrill and an honor to be selected as Innovator of the Year,” says McCool. I have been with Eden since 2005 and during that... - October 06, 2010 - Eden Autism Services

Easter Seals South Florida Small Miracle in Miami Luncheon Raised $275,000

During a very special hour on August 26 at the University of Miami – Hurricane 100 room, another small miracle happened for Easter Seals South Florida - $275,000 raised. 180 new friends, old friends and community leaders gathered to learn more about Easter Seals impact in Miami. Ricardo, an... - October 05, 2010 - Easter Seals South Florida

Angeles Arrien Presents, "Power and Love in Relationships: Ways to Deepen Connection," November 5-7, 2010

During her only east-coast visit in 2010, award-winning author, Angeles Arrien will present a weekend workshop on building relationships – personally and professionally - sponsored by Creative Conversations, Inc. - October 05, 2010 - Creative Conversations

Spotlight Shines on Invisible Disabilities Champions

Colorado-based Invisible Disabilities Association honors Jason Graham at third annual awards banquet in Lone Tree, Colo., October 10, 2010. - October 04, 2010 - Invisible Disabilities Association

Queens Children's Charity, Angels On The Bay, Sets Annual Charity Ball for October 12, 2010

Angels On The Bay will host its 16th Annual Charity Ball themed “Casino Night,” on October 12, 2010 at Russo’s On The Bay in Howard Beach, NY. This annual fundraising event raises funds and awareness to help provide life-enhancing services for the chronically ill, developmentally... - October 03, 2010 - Angels On The Bay

Operation Gratitude & Operation Homefront Join Forces for Pepsi Refresh Project

Patriotic Americans are just a click away in supporting non-profits serving military service members and their families, and it does not cost a dime through the Pepsi Refresh Project through the month of October. - October 03, 2010 - Operation Gratitude

Kids Wish Network Names Karen Pelle of Megatrux Inc. President of Board of Directors

National children’s charity Kids Wish Network is extremely proud to announce that their longtime supporter, Karen Pelle of locally based Megatrux Inc., was voted in to the position of President of the Board of Directors of Kids Wish Network. - October 03, 2010 - Kids Wish Network

HCI and HRPS to Exchange Valuable Resources to Broaden Member Benefits

HR People & Strategy (HRPS), the premier association for strategic human resources executives, and the Human Capital Institute (HCI), the global association for talent management, announced an alliance today, aimed at providing a wider, more comprehensive range of benefits for their respective... - October 03, 2010 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)

Six New Distinguished Directors Join BizWorld's Board

The BizWorld Foundation proudly announces the election of six new Directors to its National Board. - October 02, 2010 - The BizWorld Foundation

Wellness House of Annapolis Celebrates Growth, Gardens and a New Film at Annual Fundraiser

The 2010 La Fiesta del Verano annual fundraiser raised nearly $40,000 for Wellness House of Annapolis as it helps cancer patients and their loved ones recover health and well-being through participation in free support programs and services. More than 240 attendees enjoyed the outdoor celebration... - October 02, 2010 - Wellness House of Annapolis

Free Down Syndrome Pregnancy Book and Website Launching Today

DownSyndromePregnancy.org will launch on the first day of Down syndrome awareness month. Visitors will be able to download a free pregnancy book. - October 01, 2010 - Down Syndrome Pregnancy, Inc.

IAPAM's hCG Training Educates Physicians in Medical Weight Management Best Practices

The IAPAM is committed to educating physicians in the industry’s best practices for medical weight loss management. - October 01, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

Fire Filled Flamenco Takes the Stage in Oakland

The Crucible Presents an Evening of Flamenco, Art & Fire. - October 01, 2010 - The Crucible

Keyport IHOP Donates Funds for the Blind During Blindness Awareness Month: Century-Old Local Charity to Receive Funds and Hold Free Eye Screenings at Restaurant

October is Blindness Awareness Month, and to help support programs for the blind, Keyport IHOP will generously donate ten percent of sales every Tuesday in October to the New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA), a charitable organization dedicated to unlocking opportunities for the blind and... - October 01, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.

Engaging Skills-Based Volunteers Workshop

The Volunteer Center of Northwest Suburban Chicago (TVC) will be hosting an Engaging Skills-Based Volunteers Workshop on Wednesday, October 13, part of the Advanced Volunteer Management Training Series. Who: Nonprofit organizations, volunteer managers and program directors What: The Volunteer... - October 01, 2010 - The Volunteer Center of NW Suburban Chicago

Event Announced to Benefit the Family of Triathlete Derek Valentino by Valentino Memorial Fund

A benefit “Beef 'N Beer” style event has been announced to help the family of Derek “Rudy” Valentino, a first time triathlete who drowned in the Schuylkill River during the Philadelphia Triathlon on June 26, 2010. The event will be held on Saturday October 16, 2010 at The... - October 01, 2010 - Valentino Memorial Fund

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Conference Brings Together Educators, Students, and Industry Professionals

The annual Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Conference will occur in Cincinnati, OH from October 27-31. Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Educators and students from the high school, college and graduate student levels as well as industry professionals will be in attendance. - September 30, 2010 - Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology, Engineering, Math and Science

IJIS Institute Informs Congress on Information Sharing

The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, hosted a Congressional Briefing on Information Sharing and the Nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting Initiative in cooperation with Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT). The briefing was attended by legislative directors and congressional staff, committee and sub-committee staff, high-ranking officials from BJA. - September 30, 2010 - IJIS Institute

"Everyday Exile," New Non-Profit Project in India/Nepal Supporting Tibetan Exiles

Everyday Exile Project is a platform for Tibetans to tell their personal stories of life in exile in their own words and art, online, and eventually in book form. - September 30, 2010 - Everyday Exile Project

The National Kidney Foundation to Celebrate Inaugural Portland Authors Luncheon on November 13

The National Kidney Foundation will celebrate the Inaugural Portland Author’s Luncheon Saturday, November 13, 2010 at 10 AM at the Hilton Portland. The luncheon features six internationally known authors: Julie Powell, Armistead Maupin, Stacy Schiff, Condoleezza Rice, Tom Lichtenheld and... - September 30, 2010 - The National Kidney Foundation

WIDS Promotes Leah Osborn; Hires Chris Shannon

The Worldwide Instructional Design System (WIDS), in Waunakee, Wis., recently promoted veteran instructional designer Leah Osborn to associate director-consulting services, and hired Chris Shannon as learning design consultant. WIDS is a non-profit organization providing learner-centered curriculum design software, training and consulting services to education and corporate clients across the globe. - September 30, 2010 - Worldwide Instructional Design System

Eden Autism Services Begins Construction for New School

Eden Autism Services began construction on its new, uniquely designed autism school. - September 30, 2010 - Eden Autism Services

St. Francis Breadline - Oldest in Country - to Mark 80th Anniversary with Concert

Historic breadline in Midtown Manhattan celebrates 80th anniversary with Oct. 2 concert. Sept. 30 is the official St. Francis Breadline day in New York City, as proclaimed by Mayor Michael Bloomberg. - September 30, 2010 - Franciscan Friars of Holy Name Province

Mama Cares Foundation to Host First Annual Restore Life Benefit Dinner and Auction as Part of Its Campaign to Feed Malnourished Children

November 13th event will be held at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa; corporate sponsors, auction items and event volunteers are needed - September 29, 2010 - Mama Cares Foundation

The Parent Coaching Institute Celebrates Its 10th Birthday

The Parent Coaching Institute, after 10 years of operation, continues to raise the bar and set the highest standards in the nation for Parent Coach Certification®. - September 29, 2010 - The Parent Coaching Institute

MOAA/Corporate Gray Host D.C.’s Largest Free Career Fair for Military Members and Their Spouses

Active duty, retired, former, Reserve/National Guard servicemembers and their spouses are invited to attend a free career fair with approximately 100 employers, career-development seminars, and onsite résumé critiques in Washington, D.C., Sept. 29. The largest military-focused and... - September 29, 2010 - Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)

IAPAM Links MedSpa Growth to Demand for Physician Botox Training

The IAPAM recently identified a correlation between the increase in physicians engaging in the IAPAM’s comprehensive, hands-on Botox Training, and the significant growth in botox and dermal filler procedures. - September 29, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

World-Renowned Pianist Angela Hewitt Gives Benefit Concert for WaterCan’s African Clean Water Projects

On Sunday, October 24, 2010, internationally acclaimed Canadian pianist Angela Hewitt will play a concert to benefit WaterCan at the University of Saskatchewan’s Convocation Hall. Following the concert, Ms. Hewitt will be in attendance at a reception hosted by WaterCan and the University of... - September 29, 2010 - WaterCan

US Autism & Asperger Association to Provide Live Streaming of World Conference

US Autism & Asperger Association (USAAA) will broadcast the first ever Autism/Asperger conference in its entirety live at the USAAA 5th Annual World Conference hosted October 1-3, 2010 in St. Louis, Missouri. Thirty of the world’s leading autism experts will be presenting on new... - September 27, 2010 - US Autism and Asperger Association

Delaware State Police and Local Pediatricians Partner to Address Parents Concerns

State Police to improve on their already successful child safety program. - September 27, 2010 - The Ronnie Williams Foundation

‘Modern Life Survival Guide’ Launched

A free new guide is being launched to help people cope with the challenges and complexity of the modern world. The modern life survival guide is a 48 page booklet that helps people to understand and deal with some of the most important pressures of modern life, including the fast pace of life,... - September 27, 2010 - Life Squared

"Taste of the World" Gala on October 10th, 5-9 pm at the Hyatt Regency in Downtown Atlanta

The Africa’s Children’s Fund in association with The Children’s Cross Connection International will host “Taste of the World” gala on October 10th, 5-9 pm at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Atlanta. Taste of the World is one of the most exciting events in Metropolitan... - September 26, 2010 - children's cross connection international

Chicago Lighthouse Ushers in New Era with World Class Building Addition

12,000 square foot building addition allows non-profit agency to better serve the blind and visually impaired community in a critical time. - September 26, 2010 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Pennyroyal Silver Announces Second Signature Collection Collaboration with Adam Lambert

Profits from the Pennyroyal Silver and Adam Lambert Pendant to Benefit DonorsChoose.org. - September 25, 2010 - Pennyroyal Studio

World-Famous Archaeologist Zahi Hawass Headlines Ancient Mysteries Conference at Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.

A capacity crowd is expected as world-famous archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass is joined by other noted speakers, such as Occult America author Mitch Horowitz and John Van Auken, at the annual Ancient Mysteries conference at Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. - September 25, 2010 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.

Mount Carmel Youth Ranch Featured in Award Winning Film, "The Code Of The West. Alive And Well In Wyoming"

Mount Carmel Youth Ranch was honored to be chosen as a living example of what it means to live by the time honored “Cowboy Code of Ethics.” Mount Carmel Youth Ranch and the founder of this program for troubled teens, Jerry Schneider were asked by The Daniels Foundation to be featured in this award winning film. The Film is based on the book “Cowboy Ethics” by Jim Owens. - September 24, 2010 - Mount Carmel Youth Ranch

3 Sun Thanksgiving Rallies to End Poverty on Indian Reservations

Grassroots advocate for peace, 3 Sun Thanksgiving, is rallying American communities, churches, and families to participate in a new year-round living history hobby that ultimately raises funds to open micro-lending facilities on destitute American Indian reservations. 3 Sun Thanksgiving’s... - September 24, 2010 - TIPS of Oregon / 3 Sun Thanksgiving

IVPA Member, Child Family Health International (CFHI) Convenes Forum on the Empowerment of Women

International Volunteer Programs Association (IVPA) member, Child Family Health International (CFHI) recently convened a forum at the United Nations on the Empowerment of Women. Held in New York City on September 15th, the forum focused on the need for greater investment in women and girls to... - September 24, 2010 - International Volunteer Programs Association

Kinderstart.com - the Little Site That Could is Back

Kinderstart.com - a screened and focused, user-friendly source of parenting and child learning information - relaunches today. - September 24, 2010 - Kinderstart.com

IAPAM Launches New "Ask an Expert hCG Questions" Website for Members

In support of providing ongoing education to IAPAM members, and particularly to members who have completed the IAPAM's hCG Medical Weight Management Training, the IAPAM has launched a new web-page showcasing critical questions and expert answers for physicians who are implementing the exclusive IAPAM hCG Protocol. - September 24, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

Club GoBeDo Unveils First Line of Products Designed to Inspire Selflessness, Compassion and Service in Children

Social Enterprise to Donate 10% of Gross Profits from Book, Stiktures™ and Music CD Sales to Non-Profit Partner, Shoes for Orphan Souls, an Outreach of Buckner International - September 24, 2010 - Club GoBeDo

The Filtrexx Foundation Achieves 501(c)(3) Status

The Filtrexx Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on facilitating environmentally conscious projects, achieved 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization status on September 15, 2010. The Filtrexx Foundation was formed to work collaboratively with public and private entities to facilitate projects... - September 24, 2010 - Filtrexx Foundation

Congressman Tony Coelho Joins Enable America to Celebrate ADA Anniversary

This October Enable America will host an evening with two major advocates for people with disabilities, former Congressman Tony Coelho and Enable America founder Richard Salem. - September 24, 2010 - Enable America

CWLA Expresses Concern About Growing Poverty Level and Potential Impact on Number of Foster Children

The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) is deeply concerned about the recent Census figures showing a major increase in poverty—especially among children. CWLA is worried that the increase may adversely impact the ongoing decline in the number of children in the foster care system. - September 24, 2010 - Child Welfare League of America

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