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URL Integration Recognized by IJIS Institute
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces the presentation of its Member Appreciation Award to URL Integration on July 30, 2010. The award was presented by Paul Wormeli, executive... - August 27, 2010 - IJIS Institute
IJIS Institute Educates Industry on Suspicious Activity Reporting Initiative
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, conducted the first ever Nationwide Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) Initiative (NSI) Industry Day on July 31, 2010. This event was held in... - August 27, 2010 - IJIS Institute
PCOS Challenge Creates Television Show to Help Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Groundbreaking PCOS Television Series to Brings Renewed Hope and Needed Resources to Thousands of Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. - August 26, 2010 - PCOS Challenge, Inc.
NAFA's Sunshine State Chapter and FLAGFA Team Up for Fall Conference
This will be the fourth time NAFA's Sunshine State Chapter and FLAGFA have combined resources to produce a fall conference. - August 26, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Nancy Pelosi and Rita Henley Jensen Celebrate Women's Equality Day with Words
On August 26th, Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Rita Henley Jensen, Women's eNews Editor in Chief, encourage the commemoration of the women who fought for the right to vote 90 years ago. To honor Women's Equality Day Women's eNews will publish a special commentary... - August 26, 2010 - Women's eNews
Pets for Patriots Works with Army AW2 Wounded Warrior Program at Fort Carson, Colorado
Not-for-profit helps wounded soldiers, veterans and their families honorably adopt adult shelter pets - August 26, 2010 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
TheGulfCafe.com, "Virtually the Best Seafood in the World," Celebrates Grand Opening on Hurricane Katrina Anniversary
As the Gulf Coast remembers the devastation of Hurricane Katrina five years ago today, The Gulf Cafe (http://www.thegulfcafe.com) – an online fundraising effort to help those affected by the latest Gulf tragedy, the BP oil spill – will be celebrating its grand opening with a $5.00 Hurricane drink special. All proceeds will go to non-profit organizations in the Gulf region that are mitigating environmental damage and assisting those in need. - August 26, 2010 - TheGulfCafe.com
P.A.N.D.O.R.A. Urges Swift Action by U.S. Health Agencies to Improve Quality of Life for CFS Patients
Patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) in other countries, have endured too many years of misinformation, neglect, and mistreatment. “With a retrovirus infection now demonstrated to be present in the majority of CFS patients, now is the time... - August 25, 2010 - PANDORA Org
Tourette Syndrome Roadmap: Alternate Routes- Can Brain Balance Hold the Key to Movement and Behavior?
NJCTS Wednesday Webinar Summer Series Continues Aug. 25th. - August 25, 2010 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Distracted Driving Takes Center Stage in Drive Safely Work Week
2010 Drive Safely Work Week Campaign tool kits can be downloaded Free through September 20th from www.trafficsafety.org. - August 25, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
New Free Bible Study Guide on Stress Posted
Stress is the topic of a new lesson added to the www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site. “Bible Answers for Coping With Stress” provides practical tips and biblical hope. - August 25, 2010 - United Church of God
New Free Bible Study Guide on Quitting Smoking Released
Those who desire to quit smoking or chewing tobacco will find help in the latest lesson added to the new www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site. “Bible Answers for a Healthful, Smoke-Free Life” brings the total to 50 lessons so far. - August 25, 2010 - United Church of God
Helping Single Moms Cope with Terminal Illness
Friends of Lina, a new charitable program at CDP, is on a mission to provide financial, logistical and moral support to Washington, DC-area single mothers facing serious physical infirmities. - August 25, 2010 - CDP
Forum for Hindu Awakening's California Hinduism Summit to Discuss Hindu Identity, Human Rights and Issues Facing Hindus in America
The Hindu community in California is all abuzz with the news of the fast approaching Hinduism Summit. The Summit aims to answer questions, dispel misconceptions, increase the understanding and provide practical guidance about Hinduism through speeches made by prominent Hindu leaders, posters on Hindu Dharma and videos regarding spiritual science. Saints, scholars and ascetics have blessed this Summit to foster these aims. - August 24, 2010 - Forum for Hindu Awakening
Breakthrough Partnership Brings Second Chance and Prosthetic Technology to 22 Year Old Quad Amputee
Second Chance with Saving Grace partnered with Riverside Orthotics & Prosthetics to deliver four new Limbs to Kendra Creek. - August 22, 2010 - Second Chance with Saving Grace
Local Non-Profits Form "Voices for Recovery Coalition" to Increase Awareness of Substance Use Disorders in Sacramento
The Voices for Recovery Coalition will host a Rolling-For-Recovery Bowl-a-Thon on September 18, 2010. This family-oriented community event is intended to increase public awareness of substance use disorders and what local leaders are doing about it. It also will educate people about the positive effect that treatment and recovery can have on loved ones and the community’s well-being, and celebrate people in recovery – as well as those who help them. - August 22, 2010 - Another Choice, Another Chance
David Gavin Receives Award of Excellence from the IJIS Institute
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security announces David Gavin, a veteran of 33 years at the Texas Department of Public Safety (TX-DPS), as the winner of its 2010 Robert P. Shumate National... - August 21, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Iowa CJIS Project Wins IJIS Institute Innovation Award
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, along with Emergency Management Magazine, announce the Iowa Criminal Justice Information System Project as the winner of the 2010 Innovation... - August 21, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Pro Players Classic Holds Kick-O Party at Mulligans and Martinis
Proceeds to benefit Thunderbird scholarship opportunities for U.S. veterans. - August 21, 2010 - Pro Players Classic
Kenneth Bouche Elected to IJIS Institute Board of Directors
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces that Kenneth Bouche has been elected to the IJIS Institute’s Board of Directors. Mr. Bouche is senior vice president at Hillard... - August 20, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Young Artists Flaunt Their Art at Downtown Oakland Gallery
The Crucible’s Cathedral Gallery Hosts Artists Ages 8-17 in Its Show, “Flamboastin’” - August 20, 2010 - The Crucible
Montgomery Alliance Awards $25,000 in Grants to Local Non-profits
The charitable efforts of five Montgomery County non-profit agencies have been bolstered by $25,000 in grants from the Montgomery Alliance for Community Giving, www.montgomeryalliance.org. “The additional funding helps these organizations expand and support their existing programs and build... - August 20, 2010 - Montgomery Alliance for Community Giving
TheGulfCafe.com to Raise Money for Gulf Oil Spill Relief by Serving "Virtually" the Best Seafood in the World
Being pegged as “virtually the best seafood in the world,” The Gulf Cafe is a “virtual” restaurant that features “pretend” seafood from the Gulf of Mexico. Each visitor to http://www.thegulfcafe.com will be able to choose from a menu of dishes specific to the Gulf region. All proceeds will go to non-profit organizations in the Gulf region that are mitigating environmental damage and assisting those in need. - August 20, 2010 - TheGulfCafe.com
BrideThriller: Be a Zombie Bride and Dance to Michael Jackson's Theme Song "Thriller" Through the Streets of Boston for a Good Cause
Dance Event Unites Women of all Ages for a Good Cause - August 20, 2010 - BrideThriller
New Dawn Technologies Executive Elected to IJIS Institute Board of Directors
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces that Frank A. Felice, co-owner of New Dawn Technologies and vice president of sales and marketing, has been elected to the Institute’s... - August 20, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Botox Training with the IAPAM Can Help Physicians Boost Profits
As the demand for minimally-invasive treatments continues to rise, specifically Botox and cosmetic injectables, physicians who are expertly trained through accredited programs like the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine's (IAPAM's) Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, can capture the lion's share of this growing market. - August 19, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Five-Time Grammy Award Winning Christopher Cross to Headline Benefit Concert to Solve Family Homelessness
North County Solutions for Change is bringing the legendary sound of Christopher Cross to Vista’s beautifully renovated Moonlight Amphitheatre on October 16, 2010. The five-time Grammy and Oscar award winning recording artist will headline the Benefit Rock Concert. Cross will bring his top... - August 19, 2010 - North County Solutions for Change
The 2010 HRPS Fall Executive Forum: New Ways to Rebuild and Reengage Your Talent
HR People & Strategy (HRPS) will host the 2010 Fall Executive Forum, Oct. 17-19 at the Sheraton Society Hill Hotel, Philadelphia, Pa. Key HR executives and talent development leaders from some of the world’s leading companies, including IBM, Unilever and AT&T, will share their... - August 19, 2010 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)
Summer Artistic Expression Workshops Provide Respite for Kids in Foster Care
Voices For Children Foundation, Inc. and Children’s Home Society of Florida have partnered to bring Summer Artistics Expression Workshops to Miami-Dade children in the dependency system who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. The Workshops allow the kids to escape the worries of sexual abuse or other maltreatments and provide a healthy opportunity for positive child development. - August 19, 2010 - Voices For Children Foundation, Inc.
Cancer Stricken Teen Has Shopping Spree Wish Granted
A teen with cancer had his wish for a shopping spree at Jordan’s Furniture granted through the help of children’s charity Kids Wish Network and local sponsors in Massachusetts. - August 19, 2010 - Kids Wish Network
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Fights Unemployment
The Church of Scientology has released a course that is intended to help struggling workers master their job and handle it with ease using simple and effective tools. It's called the Personal Efficiency Course. - August 18, 2010 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Covertly View Children’s Computer Screens in Real Time from Anywhere in the World with New Parental Software Developed by 24 Circle Group
A New Service to Spy On Your Child’s Computer (Legally). Stealth Viewer is a new software service that enables parents, with just One Click, from anywhere, on the road, the office, a hotel room or just sitting in their living room, to drop in on their children's computer screens and view live all of their children's online activity, chat conversations, tweets, emails, Facebook, MySpace and any other Social Networking interaction. - August 18, 2010 - 24 Circle Group LLC
New CEO for North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
The North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce (NSCC) is pleased to announce new leadership that will guide the organization into the future. Mr. Tom Lockhart has been appointed Chief Executive Officer for the Chamber. With nearly thirty years of business management experience, including senior level... - August 18, 2010 - North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
Black and White Labor Day Weekend Kickoff Party Presented by LUXE Lifestyle Productions
Charitably celebrating the end of summer in a classic black and white themed party. If you’re still in the mood for summer wear white, and if you’re ready for fall wear black. - August 18, 2010 - Luxe Lifestyle Productions
Leadership Triangle Offers Legacy Lunch Series with President of Mechanics and Farmer’s Bank
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle (www.leadershiptriangle.com), has announced that the organization will host a legacy lunch series this fall. The series will consist of three lunches featuring speaker Kim Saunders, who is president and CEO of Mechanics and Farmer’s... - August 18, 2010 - Leadership Triangle
Musicians from World Famous Bands Perform Concert to Benefit Critically Ill Children
Even though you’re in Baltimore, you’ll be in a “New York State of Mind” when musicians from bands like the Billy Joel Band, Bon Jovi, Saturday Night Live, Kiss, and others jam together on Saturday night, Sept. 25th at Rams Head Live at Power Plant Live! for the 8th Annual Rock and Roll Bash to benefit the children’s programs of the Casey Cares Foundation. The charity provides programs for critically ill children and their families throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. - August 17, 2010 - Casey Cares Foundation
Ribbons and Roses Offers Environmentally Conscious Consumers Green Alternative to Wasting Wedding Flower Arrangements and Promotes the Power of Flowers
Ribbons and Roses is an organization that is putting a whole new spin on renewable resources. With a creative approach to giving back, Ribbons and Roses is helping brides (and grooms) share the joy from their special day by providing a way to avoid wasting their wedding flowers. In a revolutionary concept, Ribbons and Roses created a web portal to 'marry' brides with florists who would coordinate the donation of their wedding flower arrangements to a charitable outlet of their choice. - August 17, 2010 - Ribbons and Roses
National Capital Planning Commission Approves Final Plans for the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
The Disabled Veterans’ LIFE Memorial Foundation (DVLMF) has announced that the National Capital Planning Commission approved the final site and building plans for the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial (AVDLM) at its hearing last month in Washington, D.C. The Commission had... - August 15, 2010 - American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
North Scottsdale Chamber and The Breakfast Joynt Raise $550 for Singleton Moms
Check to be presented on Monday, Aug. 16, 2:00 pm, at The Breakfast Joynt in Scottsdale. - August 15, 2010 - North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
IAPAM Announces New Spanish Version of Its hCG Weight Loss Resource
The IAPAM is committed to providing physicians with the industry's best resources for hCG and medical weight loss management. In today's global economy, Spanish-speaking consumers and businesses account for almost 20 percent of all gross spending. Spanish is the official language of 24 countries and is spoken as a first language by over 400 million potential patients around the world. To serve this growing market segment, the IAPAM has announced that it now offers its hCG Guide in Spanish. - August 14, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Over 1,000 Yoga Studios Offering One Week Free Yoga During National Yoga Month September
During National Yoga Month September, millions will come together to celebrate yoga and it's many health benefits. Free Yoga Classes and One Week Free Yoga will be offered by over 1,000 yoga studios nationwide. Festivities will take place across the U.S., with hundreds of studios, teachers, individuals and organizers taking part in their own hometowns. - August 14, 2010 - Yoga Health Foundation
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina Raffles Off a Log Cabin in the Smoky Mountains
A beautiful Smoky Mountain log cabin is up for Raffle to raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina in their efforts to dedicate more staff to the effort of matching kids with Big Brothers and Big Sisters. The log cabin overlooks one of the country's most spectacular views - the Great Smoky Mountains, and raffle tickets are just $100 each. - August 14, 2010 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina
A Special Wish Granted to Illinois Boy with Illness
A little boy with a severe seizure disorder had his wish to have a special bike of his own granted through national children’s charity Kids Wish Network. - August 14, 2010 - Kids Wish Network
Shenita Williams is Coming Back to Her Recently Renovated Home by Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
On Tuesday, August 24, Shenita Williams, the aunt of Paris Whitehead Hamilton, is coming back to her home after weeks of substantial renovations completed by Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay (RTTB), in partnership with the City of St. Petersburg, members of the Tampa Chapter of the National... - August 13, 2010 - Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
Batter Up for an ALS Cure Presents SLAM ALS: the Concert Featuring Edwin McCain
Batter Up for an ALS Cure will host the first open to the public concert by any ALS Research Organization in USA. - August 13, 2010 - Batter Up For ALS Cure
My Sports Dreams Helps Emerging Sport of Lacrosse Continue to Grow
Sports marketing company, My Sports Dreams, assists college and H.S. lacrosse teams across the country raise thousands, bridge budget gaps and continue to compete. - August 13, 2010 - My Sports Dreams
Veteran Fleet Expert to Lead NAFA's Education Efforts
Kate Vigneau, CAFM, has been chosen to lead NAFA's educational efforts as the Association's new Professional Development Strategist. - August 13, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Students Get Ahead in Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
Seventy 13/14 year olds from schools in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight region recently attended a specially designed Engineering Experience residential course at the University of Portsmouth as part of the Get ahead with STEM! programme to encourage them to take up careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. - August 13, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Ambitious Pupils Pitch to BT Dragons with the Smallpeice Trust
Nearly forty aspiring young engineers recently enjoyed a unique learning experience at BT Adastral Park in Ipswich. The group of 15 to 17 year old students spent three days finding out how to turn their creative engineering ideas into reality. Students learnt everything they needed to know about starting their own flourishing engineering enterprise, including technical, financial and marketing advice. - August 13, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Olympic Speed Skater J.R. Celski Joins Team Up for Nonprofits as Community Ambassador
Winter Olympic medalist encourages youth to support nonprofits through concert fundraisers. - August 12, 2010 - Team Up for Nonprofits