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Personal Development Company Launches International Life Camp for Teen Girls
Inspired Girls International formally announces its 2010 International Life & Leadership camp which will send girls from the U.S. and Canada to Brazil to participate in workshops, mentor younger girls, and grow as individuals. - August 05, 2010 - Inspired Girls International
Tamiami Angel Fund I Complete It's Initial Closing
The Tamiami Angel Fund I, LLC, announced today that it has completed an initial close on investment commitments of $1.5 MM. The Tamiami Angel Fund I, LLC (“TAFI” or “the Fund”), secured investments from a wide range of accredited investors including family offices and... - August 05, 2010 - Tamiami Angel Fund I
Philadelphia Animal Rescue Gets Sweet Deal in August
Philadelphia’s only no-kill animal shelter has been chosen as the August 2010 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the social-enterprise chocolate company which donates its net profits to animal rescue organizations. Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) will receive the donation in order... - August 04, 2010 - Rescue Chocolate
International Society Publishes Open Letter to Stem Cell Clinics
International Cellular Medicine Society publishes letter to stem cell clinics calling them to join the ICMS and protect the future of cellular medicine. - August 04, 2010 - International Cellular Medicine Society
NAFA's Canadian Fleet Management Seminar to be Offered in Both French and English if Demand Warrants It
NAFA presents a Canadian Fleet Management Seminar (CFMS) in Calagary this September 14-15, marking the first time the CFMS has been presented this far into Western Canada. The seminar is scheduled to be presented in English, but NAFA will make a French version available if there is enough demand. - August 04, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Pupils Develop High Performance Sporting Products with the Smallpeice Trust
Nearly 50 aspiring 15 to 17 year old engineers recently enjoyed a unique learning experience at The University of Manchester. The course gave students the opportunity to learn about the vibrant, innovative and global industry of sports materials, which brings together science, technology, engineering and imagination to develop high performance sporting products. - August 04, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Senate Appropriations Committee Gives On-Going Support to Lupus Research Institute-Initiated National Lupus Health Education Program
Senate Recognizes Critical Need for Lupus Education, Includes $1 Million in Appropriations. - August 03, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
HRPS & i4cp Announce Strategic Human Capital Research Alliance
HR People and Strategy (HRPS) and the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) announced a new strategic research alliance that will enhance the award-winning content of People & Strategy, the quarterly journal of HRPS. The journal will feature a dedicated i4cp research section that will... - August 01, 2010 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)
"Focused Youth" Aims to Fight Childhood Obesity Through Sports Camps
Established as a charitable program at CDP by sports performance trainer Jermaine Collier, Focused Youth aims to reduce childhood obesity by creating year-round youth strength and conditioning boot camps. - July 30, 2010 - CDP
Pro Players Classic Partners with Thunderbird as Title Sponsor
Proceeds to benefit Thunderbird scholarship opportunities for U.S. veterans. - July 30, 2010 - Pro Players Classic
Healing Heroes Network Says...Thousands Entered...Only One Person Won. And the Winner is...
Healing Heroes Network is heading to Dearborn, MI. During the Mustang Memories Show, there's one memory that's sure to last. After unveiling these two amazing cars at the 2009 SEMA car show, and enduring eight months of wondering who will win them...it's time to hand these automotive works of art... - July 30, 2010 - Healing Heroes Network
New Free Bible Study Guide on Gambling Available
The new www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site has grown to 47 lessons. The United Church of God has added two more lessons in the “Bible Answers for...” series, including one on gambling and gambling addiction. - July 30, 2010 - United Church of God
Dealing with Worry, Subject of New UCG Bible Study Guide
The new www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site has grown to 47 lessons. The United Church of God has added two more lessons in the “Bible Answers for...” series, including one on how to deal with worry. - July 30, 2010 - United Church of God
Nonprofit to Conduct Interactive “Bookshop” Promoting Singles Abstinence
Come learn and share at a unique, interactive “bookshop” conducted by Andrea Hughes, author of the new book Investing Wisely in Your Most Intimate Relationship: A Spiritual Life Growth Notebook for Singles, Ms. Hughes or “Andrea” will encourage attendees to participate in... - July 30, 2010 - Embrace Single Wholeness & Marriage Strengthening Inc.
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Launches "Mission Accomplished" Saluting Top Minority Business Owners
Honors Multicultural Entrepreneurs that Earned Major Corporate Contracts - July 29, 2010 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
As Internet Runs Out of IPv4 Addresses, Web-Enabled Businesses Must Act Now
While most home users can rely on their ISPs to take action, unprepared web-enabled businesses are at risk - July 29, 2010 - American Registry for Internet Numbers
Two Funding Wins for Greater Manchester Charity CALL
Greater Manchester cancer support charity CALL is celebrating after being awarded donations from Awards for All and the Manchester Airport Community Trust Fund. CALL offers emotional and practical support for people who have and have had cancer and also those living with the effects of the disease. - July 29, 2010 - CALL
Stockport Couple Become Charity Trustees
Cheadle Hulme couple Geraldine and Philip Eagle have become Greater Manchester cancer charity CALL’s newest trustees, having learned about the vacancy when attending CALL’s annual Gala Concert at the Royal Northern College of Music. Geraldine, who is originally from Glasgow but moved... - July 29, 2010 - CALL
Youngsters Set Sail for a Career in Nuclear Marine Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
Leading engineering support Services Company, Babcock International Group, the Defence Academy and the Royal Navy teamed up with educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust to offer 50 school students from across the UK the chance to gain an insight into nuclear marine engineering. From the 19th to... - July 29, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Aspiring Students Dig Out Mining Careers with the Smallpeice Trust
From 19th to 22nd July, 30 aspiring young engineers from across the UK enjoyed a unique learning experience at the University of Exeter’s Tremough Campus, near Penryn. The group of 15 to 17 year olds spent four days at the University’s Camborne School of Mines (CSM) learning... - July 29, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Xclaimed Ministries Hosts an Evangelistic Carnival and Concert in the City of Stanton
Xclaimed Ministries hosts an evangelistic carnival and concert at Norm Ross Sports Field in the City of Stanton. Thousands of the local community residents came to this event. - July 29, 2010 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
New Greeting Card Line Gives Hope to Women Escaping Prostitution in the Philippines
Fair trade cards creating critical jobs and helping to rebuild lives. - July 29, 2010 - Good Paper
Pardee Grant Will Further Pancreatic Cancer Research
Seventy-five percent of pancreatic cancer patients die within the first 12 months of their diagnosis. In a collaborative project, George Prendergast, Ph.D., Professor, President & CEO at the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR) and Iraimoudi Ayene, Ph.D., Associate Professor at LIMR, received a one-year $125,000 grant from the Elsa U. Pardee Foundation to conduct the research project entitled Novel Immunochemotherapy for Pancreatic Cancer Treatment. - July 28, 2010 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
Pets for Patriots Launches in Denver, Colorado
Partners with local animal shelters and veterinarians to help veterans honorably adopt adult shelter pets. - July 28, 2010 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Orange County Opens Its Hearts and Wallets to Those in Need - in a Big Way
Orange County United Way Closes Annual Fundraising Campaign with Unprecedented 43 Percent Increase Over Prior Year - July 27, 2010 - Orange County United Way
Louisville Orchestra Highlights Louisville in Concert
Two pieces (Fanfare for Louisville and Variations for Orchestra) in this program were commissioned by the Louisville Orchestra and were recorded on the LO's Frist Edition label. Mr. Luvisi recorded Beethoven's Emperor Concerto with the Louisville Orchestra under the Baton of Lawrence Leighton Smith in 1993. - July 26, 2010 - Louisville Orchestra
Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run Sponsored by Munich Re Breaks Fundraising Record
The 7th Annual Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run sponsored by Munich Re took place on July 18, 2010 and broke the event's fundraising record by raising more than $80,000 in net proceeds. - July 25, 2010 - Eden Autism Services
Students Engineer a Sustainable Future with the Smallpeice Trust
From 19th to 22nd July, fifty students from across the UK attended a residential course to learn more about low carbon energy sources. Taking place at Newcastle University the students spent time discovering about new energy sources such as renewable tidal, wave and wind. The four-day programme... - July 25, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Enable America Praises ADA Anniversary, Charts Course for the Future
Advocates for people with disabilities are honoring the 20th anniversary of the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA). Enable America is joining that celebration, and is using the occasion as inspiration for the work that will be needed over the next 20 years in furthering the rights of people with disabilities. - July 25, 2010 - Enable America
Family Service Kicks Off Operation Fill-A-Backpack Drive
Family Service invites the community to “Fill-A-Backpack” for a child or teen in need of support. The Operation Fill-A-Backpack drive will run August 1-31. A new backpack and school supplies will give a child hope and the confidence needed to start the school year off on the right foot. - July 25, 2010 - Family Service
Chili's Restaurant Fundraiser Provides New Shoes for Kids in Need
Chili's is proud to sponsor Barefoot Kids Foundation Night, Chili's will donate 15% of their sales to help local San Diego Kids in need of proper fitting footwear. July 29th, 2010 at eight (8) locations from 4pm to 10:30pm. You must print-out the flyer and present it at time of ordering. www.barefootkids.org/events.php. - July 25, 2010 - Barefoot Kids Foundation
2010 Bowl to End Poverty: Richmonders Gear Up to Raise Funds Through Bowling
People Helping People Global (PHPG) is looking for event sponsors and participants for its 2010 Bowl to End Poverty. The event will take place on Thursday, August 12 from 5 to 7, Friday, August 13 from 5 to 7, and Saturday, August 14 from 2 to 4, at AMF Shrader Lanes, 8037 Shrader Rd. in Henrico... - July 25, 2010 - People Helping People Global
The Louisville Orchestra Brings LIFE to the IdeaFestival
The Louisville Orchestra Presents LIFE: A Journey Through Time A Brown-Forman L.O. WOW! Event Saturday, October 2, 2010 • 8:30pm • Whitney Hall On Saturday, October 2 at 8:30pm the Louisville Orchestra will perform LIFE: A Journey Through Time at Whitney Hall, an artistic collaboration... - July 25, 2010 - Louisville Orchestra
Women’s eNews Searches for Young Women in 21 Leaders for the 21st Century Nominations
Women’s eNews has today launched the nomination process for the 10th annual 21 Leaders for the 21st Century. Over a 3-month period Women’s eNews will receive a catalog of the women and men who work hard to improve the lives of women worldwide and it’s important to make sure young... - July 24, 2010 - Women's eNews
Pupils Full of Energy with the Smallpeice Trust
From 12th to 15th July, 50 aspiring young engineers enjoyed a unique learning experience sponsored by and held at Aston University. The group of 16 and 17 year old students spent four days on campus as they tackled a variety of practical design-and-build projects which explored the fascinating... - July 24, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Set Sail for a Career in Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
One hundred 13 and 14 year old students from schools across the UK, recently attended a Marine Technology course from the 6th to 9th July at the University of Southampton. The course provided students with a jam-packed timetable of educational and fun activities to give students an unique insight into the marine industry and the diverse and rewarding careers that it can offer. - July 23, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Pets for Patriots Launches in Texas
Partners with local animal shelters and veterinarians to help veterans honorably adopt adult shelter pets. - July 23, 2010 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
AmpleHarvest.org Campaign Focuses Efforts on Gulf States Region
Home Gardeners in Gulf States Region Can Assist Food Pantries Struggling Due to BP Oil Spill. - July 23, 2010 - AmpleHarvest.org
Church of Scientology 25th Anniversary
The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville has just celebrated their 25th year anniversary with an evening soiree in their beautifully restored building on 8th Avenue South. - July 22, 2010 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
DuPage Bombers in Need of 13U Youth Baseball Manager
Recognized as one of the premier travel baseball organizations in the western suburbs, the DuPage Bombers will be hiring a Manager for the 2011 season at its September board meeting. The position of Manager is a paid position. The Board of Directors will look to hire one manager at the 13U level. - July 22, 2010 - DuPage Bombers
Xclaimed Ministries Hosts Stanton Carnival
Xclaimed Ministries hosts a carnival and free evangelist concert in the City of Stanton at the Norm Ross Field. - July 22, 2010 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
ANK Corporate & Entertainment Event Services, LLC Announces Official Company Launch
ANK Corporate & Entertainment Event Services, LLC is an elite “celebrity” event planning company in New York City with a satellite office in Washington, DC. The company travels for out-of-state events however it is on a case-by-case base and with all types of budgets. ANK... - July 21, 2010 - ANK Corporate & Entertainment Event Services, LLC
$1.85 Million Grant Explores New Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Affecting more than 1.3 million people in the United States alone, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a debilitating disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. Dr. Laura Mandik-Nayak, Assistant Professor at the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR), received a five-year,... - July 21, 2010 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
Students Are Aided in Their Understanding of Medical Engineering
From 6th to 9th July 2010, 15/16 year olds from across the UK attended a Biomedical Engineering course at the University of Southampton developed in partnership with The Smallpeice Trust, the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM) and the Holmes Hines Memorial Fund. - July 21, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Race for the Chequered Flag
From 5th to 8th July, thirty-five promising young engineers from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience at Oxford Brookes University. This popular four-day residential programme was organised by The Smallpeice Trust in partnership with Oxford Brookes University. Working... - July 21, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
The Bible.is for iPhone App Released
Read, listen to and share the Bible with your friends and family through the Bible.is iPhone app. Faith Comes By Hearing, a non-profit Audio Bible organization, recently released this free Bible app to the App Store. The Bible.is for iPhone app's major features include: Listening and reading... - July 21, 2010 - Faith Comes By Hearing
Mentor Turned Social Entrepreneur Launches Empowered Flower Girl Company
Rasheda Kamaria, a Detroit-area mentor and volunteer, announces the launch of her Empowered Flower Girl Company, which produces motivational clothing, literature and workshops for girls and young women. - July 20, 2010 - Empowered Flower Girl LLC
The Mary Magdalene Project to Celebrate Three Decades Helping Women Prostitutes Turn Their Lives Around at the 30th Anniversary Kick-Off Party
You are invited to attend the Mary Magdalene Project's 30th Anniversary Kick-Off Party at its all new Drop-In Center to celebrate helping prostitutes get off the streets and better their lives. - July 19, 2010 - Mary Magdalene Project
Wockhardt Foundation Achieves Another Milestone - Over 200 Cleft Surgeries in Association with Smile Train
Wockhardt Foundation, in collaboration with Smile train has successfully completed over 200 surgeries. - July 18, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation
200,000 Patients Screened by Wockhardt Foundation Within 200 Days
Wockhardt Foundation screens over 200,000 patients. - July 18, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation