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P.A.N.D.O.R.A.-Patient Alliance for Neuroendocrineimmune Disorders Organization for Research & Advocacy, Inc Wins a $20K Grant on Chase Community Giving
P.A.N.D.O.R.A., the charity organization behind the NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center™, a community patient-driven scientific research center, to be located in the state of New Jersey, wins a $20,000.00 Grant from Chase Community Giving as announced on July 13, 2010. - July 17, 2010 - PANDORA Org
P.A.N.D.O.R.A. NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center Resolution Approved by the New Jersey State Senate
Resolution SR-20 supporting the establishment of the NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center™, the first research center in the state of New Jersey and in the U.S., dedicated to understanding and treating chronic neuroendocrineimmune (NEI) illnesses which includes chronic fatigue syndrome,... - July 17, 2010 - PANDORA Org
InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) and Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) Form Partnership
The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) and the InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) have agreed to a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to leverage the reach and expertise of two leading non-profit security organizations and promote their shared missions. Information systems... - July 17, 2010 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
Budding Engineers Build a Supercomputer
From 6th to 9th July, twenty 16 and 17 year-old students descended on the University of Southampton to take part in a Supercomputing course put together by The Smallpeice Trust and delivered in partnership with the University of Southampton’s School of Engineering Sciences and... - July 17, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Aspiring Students Get Smallpeice of the Action
From 5th to 8th July, thirty 15/16 year old students were given a rare insight into the exciting and dynamic field of nanotechnology. During the four-day course organised by The Smallpeice Trust in partnership with the University of Leeds, students enjoyed a unique opportunity to learn first-hand... - July 17, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Agewell’s Symposium on "Curse of Elder Abuse"
Agewell Foundation, an NGO dedicated towards the welfare of Older Persons across the country, dedicated its forthcoming Symposium to the older persons suffering from elder abuse. Its Symposium-cum-Interactive Session titled as “Curse of Elder Abuse” will take place on 17th July 2010 at... - July 17, 2010 - Agewell Foundation
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Introduces Four New Board Members and Officers
The Suncoast Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Introduces Four New Board Members and Officers. - July 16, 2010 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Suncoast Chapter
Enable America Supports "Art After Dark" Exhibit in Tampa
The Tampa Museum of Art will display a collection of art completed by people with disabilities on Friday, July 16, in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The event will also include a mural that celebrates the lives and contributions of people with disabilities. - July 16, 2010 - Enable America
Tourette Syndrome and Difficulty with Sensory Processing and Integration Webinar July 21st
NJCTS presents no-cost presentation for parents, educators and health professionals. - July 16, 2010 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Kids Included Together Becomes Authorized Provider of IACET CEUs
Prestigious Authorization Demonstrates Commitment to High-Quality Lifelong Learning - July 16, 2010 - Kids Included Together
Women’s eNews’ Philadelphia Leadership Awards Celebrate Sisterly Love in PA
Today Women’s eNews, an Internet-based daily news service, announces the 14 women and one man named a Women’s eNews Philadelphia Leader 2010, proving that brotherly love is not the only thing the city has to boast about. Women’s eNews has handpicked these leaders who work to... - July 16, 2010 - Women's eNews
NSCS Awards Southeastern Louisiana University Student Scholarship to Study in Spain
Jennie Chantel Stewart, a junior at Southeastern Louisiana University has been awarded The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) Scholar Abroad Scholarship for the summer 2010 semester. - July 16, 2010 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
60 Year’s Experience Boosts Mentor-net Support for PIPELine Project
Sometimes a word of advice or chat about an issue can be as valuable as a structured course, if it’s coming from someone who’s been there in business – this is the idea behind Mentor-net and its involvement with University of Portsmouth’s PIPELine project to help budding... - July 16, 2010 - Mentor-net
Friends Forever Receives Award and Funding from Ireland's Minister of Foreign Affairs
Stephen Martineau, Executive Director of Friends Forever, a 501(c)(3) global non-partisan advocacy and awareness organization dedicated to peace, was honored at this year’s fifth Reconciliation Networking Forum held in Northern Ireland. Ireland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Micheal... - July 15, 2010 - Friends Forever USA
Forum for Hindu Awakening and Sunnyvale Hindu Temple Announce the First Ever Hinduism Summit (Hindu Dharma Sabha) in California
The aim of the Hindu Summit is to foster education about Hindu Dharma by bringing forth the unique science behind Hinduism concepts and practices, and bringing together Hindu leaders across USA to spread the message of Hinduism. - July 15, 2010 - Forum for Hindu Awakening
Jolkona Celebrates One Year Anniversary, Launches Improved Website
Jolkona celebrates first anniversary, $50,000 raised to date, and launches redesigned website that makes global giving simpler, more engaging. - July 15, 2010 - Jolkona
SHE Can do It! and the Local Police Department Offer Free Self Defense Workshop for Young Girls
Workshop focuses on building strong and confident young women with the help of martial arts and strengthening techniques. - July 15, 2010 - SHE Can Do It!
Brigantine Progressive Dinner Dishes Up Local Support for Family Service
On Saturday, July 10, 100 guests gathered for an evening of fun and fine dining at the first Family Service Brigantine Progressive Dinner. The evening started with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at the beautiful home of Cal & Orsula Knowlton. Guests then proceeded to one of seven fabulous... - July 15, 2010 - Family Service
Friends for a Cure Hosting a Pub Crawl in Uptown to Fight Cancer
Friends for a Cure, a local Dallas non-profit group, announced today that they are hosting a Pub Crawl in the Uptown area on August 14, 2010 beginning at noon. Participants are organized into teams of five (5) and expect 175 teams to register. Each team will visit 4 bars based on their selected route. - July 14, 2010 - Friends for a Cure
The Breast Cancer Site Offers Visitors a Way to Win a $2,500 Grant for Their Favorite Charity
Visitors to The Breast Cancer Site can win a $2,500 grant for their favorite charity by entering the Stories of Inspiration Contest. Based on The Breast Cancer Site’s popular Stories of Hope page, where cancer survivors and their families tell their stories, the contest focuses on the... - July 14, 2010 - GreaterGood
“American Idol” Season 9 Runner Up Crystal Bowersox Contributes Original Design to Pennyroyal Silver’s Signature Collection
Profits from Bowersox’s Design to Benefit The Red Cross of Toledo, Ohio as a Result of Recent Tornado - July 14, 2010 - Pennyroyal Studio
Mann Accepts Admissions Position at Magnolia Manor
Magnolia Manor Retirement Center is pleased to announce Molly Mann as the Admissions Director for independent and assisted living services. Originally serving as Service Coordinator on Magnolia Manor’s Macon campus, Mann recently moved to Albany with her husband. Mann brings seven years... - July 14, 2010 - Magnolia Manor Retirement Communities
Auxiliary to be Formed for Local Retirement Community
Magnolia Manor of St. Simons is proud to announce the development of its auxiliary. Magnolia Manor Auxiliary members will work for the good of the residents and serve as ambassadors to the community-at-large. - July 14, 2010 - Magnolia Manor Retirement Communities
New Service to Benefit Veterans, Disabled, and Older Adults
Magnolia Manor of Marion County now offers an Adult Day Program for older adults with Alzheimer's, dementia, or chronic disease or illness and adults with developmental disabilities and other health-related issues that increase care needs. - July 14, 2010 - Magnolia Manor Retirement Communities
Foundation Expands Services to Residents of Metropolitan Detroit
Community Foundation holds Golf Tournament to benefit kids. - July 13, 2010 - Ways and Means Community Foundation
International Stem Cell Organization Adds Notable Bioethicist to Board
The International Cellular Medicine Society (ICMS) proudly announces the addition of Glenn McGee, PhD to its Board of Directors. - July 11, 2010 - International Cellular Medicine Society
Pupils in a Material World
From 28th June to 1st July 2010, forty-five students aged 14/15 spent the week enjoying a unique learning experience at The University of Manchester. The four-day Engineering Materials residential course, organised by The Smallpeice Trust in partnership with the University’s School of... - July 11, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Leadership Triangle Offers Legacy Lunch Series with Kevin Trapani
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle (www.leadershiptriangle.com), has announced that LT will host a legacy lunch series this fall. The lunch series will consist of three lunches where Kevin Trapani, president of The Redwoods Group, will speak. The luncheons will take place in... - July 10, 2010 - Leadership Triangle
The SADS Foundation’s Annual Climb to Conquer SADS to Stop Sudden Death in Children
The Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation is thrilled to partner with the Spokane Mountaineers Club in the Fourth Annual Climb to Conquer SADS this weekend at Mt. Rainier, Washington. Right now, 12 experienced and dedicated climbers are gathering at the 'base camp' at the foot of Mt. - July 09, 2010 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
GreaterGood Network Turns Searches Into Donations: FreeCause Web Search Feed Technology Launched
Today, the GreaterGood Network—home of the world’s oldest “Click to Give” websites—announced the launch of a private-label web search feed in partnership with FreeCause, Inc., a Rakuten company, to expand the ways in which it allows its members to support causes they... - July 09, 2010 - GreaterGood
Citymeals-on-Wheels and PAWS NY Announce Partnership
Citymeals-on-Wheels and PAWS NY, two nonprofit organizations in New York City, announce a new partnership to provide services to seniors with pets. - July 09, 2010 - PAWS NY
Junior League of Long Island to Host Community Impact Breakfast
The Junior League of Long Island and Community Leaders to Explore Health and Well-Being Issues on Long Island and Their Impact on Local Women and Children. - July 09, 2010 - The Junior League of Long Island
Louisville Orchestra Goes to Leipzig
The Louisville Orchestra opens the 2010-11 classics season with Sarah Chang and a trip to Leipzig for Fanfara. Visit www.LouisvilleOrchestra.org for tickets and information. - July 09, 2010 - Louisville Orchestra
An EHCA Employee Named DSP of the Year in Pennsylvania
The American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) recently awarded Barb Sanders, a 30-year employee of EHCA and Erie, PA, resident, its 2010 Direct Support Professional of the Year in Pennsylvania. - July 09, 2010 - Erie Homes for Children and Adults, Inc. (EHCA)
Founding Father of Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic Inducted Into National Optometry Hall of Fame
Dr. Alfred A. Rosenbloom honored for his global impact on the field of Optometry - July 09, 2010 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Partners with Chuck E. Cheese
Lori K. Lee, founder of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (http://www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the nonprofit organization has partnered with Chuck E. Cheese (http://www.chuckecheese.com), located at 209 N. Berkeley Blvd. in Goldsboro, N.C. Through the partnership, Chuck E. Cheese will... - July 09, 2010 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
National Junior College Athletic Association Names My Sports Dreams “Preferred Fundraising Partner”
My Sports Dreams helps teams conquer financial challenges in tough economic environment. - July 08, 2010 - My Sports Dreams
NAFA to Host Canadian Fleet Management Seminar in Calgary
NAFA's upcoming Canadian Fleet Manager Seminar will take place September 14-15, 2010 at the Radisson Hotel Calgary Airport. The seminar was designed to provide new fleet professionals with the skills they need to run a fleet management department. - July 08, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Empowerment Speaker Mo Stegall Hosts Panel Discussion on Overcoming Obstacles During Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship’s Annual Young Adult Conference in Atlanta
Atlanta-based philanthropist and empowerment speaker Mo Stegall will moderate a panel discussion on overcoming obstacles and achieving dreams during the Full Gospel Baptist Church Annual Young Adult Conference in Atlanta on July 7, 2010. - July 07, 2010 - Mo Stegall
Spreading Sunshine with NA’AMAT
NA’AMAT USA, the International Movement of Zionist Women, will hold its 40th National Convention in Boca Raton, Florida, from Sunday, July 11 to Wednesday, July 14. The theme of the convention will be “Spreading Sunshine with NA’AMAT,” and it will be held at the Marriott... - July 07, 2010 - NA'AMAT USA, Greater Chicago Council
Fusion Center Technology Workshop a Success
The second Fusion Center Technology Workshop was held June 8-9, 2010, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Fusion Center Technology Workshop was sponsored by the Global Justice Information Sharing Initiative (Global) and hosted by fusion center program representatives from the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Program Manager – Information Sharing Environment (PM-ISE). - July 06, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Earth Advantage Institute Reports New Certified Homes Command 18% Price Premium in 2009-2010
More than one in five homes achieve a sustainability standard. While fewer new homes were built in the past year in the Portland metropolitan area than in the previous year, the market share of third party certified homes increased. - July 06, 2010 - Earth Advantage Institute
New Program Helps Transitioning Service Members and Veterans "REBOOT"
Local Sailors, Marines, and Veterans from San Diego to participate in a unique military-to-civilian reintegration demonstration workshop designed to help them “REBOOT.” - July 06, 2010 - National Veterans Transition Services, Inc.
Local Labor Expert to Speak About Overcoming Unemployment at Titusville Presbyterian Church on July 13
Tom Brophy, former owner of Princeton’s Brophy’s Shoes and 18-year veteran of New Jersey’s Department of Labor, to share tips for managing depression and anxiety that hinders job searches on July 13 at noon at First Presbyterian Church of Titusville. - July 05, 2010 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
Students Embark on Marine Technology Course
Forty 14 and 15 year old students from schools across the UK, recently attended the Marine Technology course from 27th June to 1st July at the University of Strathclyde. 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 04, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
NAFA's 2010 Membership Drive Reaches Out to Fleet Community
NAFA Fleet Management Association announces the start of its annual Membership Drive. - July 03, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
City Yoga of St. Augustine Adopts New Business Model: Pay What You Can – Yoga by Donation, Making Yoga Accessible for Everybody, Every Day
City Yoga of St. Augustine now offers every class on a donation basis. The quaint yoga studio, located in the city's historic downtown area, has changed their business model in an effort to serve the community of St. Augustine, making yoga accessible to everyone, every day. - July 03, 2010 - City Yoga of St. Augustine
EmpowHer Institute Names Dr. Vera Rhimes to Position of Vice President Appoints Dr. Vera Rhimes and Paula Gould to Executive Board
Betty LaMarr, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of EmpowHer Institute announced today the appointment of Dr. Vera Rhimes to the position of Vice President of EmpowHer Institute. In addition, Dr. Rhimes was elected to the Company’s Executive Board of Directors along with Paula Gould of PEG PR. - July 02, 2010 - EmpowHer Institute
Work Experience Energises Pupils
From 21st to 25th June, nearly 40 students aged 14 and 15 from across the regions of the UK enjoyed a unique work experience event at the National Grid Training Centre near Newark, Nottinghamshire. The National Grid Work Experience Week is run by National Grid in partnership with the independent charity, The Smallpeice Trust, and is part of an ongoing programme of residential courses to help young people aged 13 to 18 learn and develop skills in engineering, design, technology and manufacturing. - July 02, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Wockhardt Foundation Awarded ‘Pharma CSR Organization of the Year 2010’
Wockhardt Foundation wins the CSR award under the leadership of Huzaifa Khorakiwala who through his Human Values has created a team of dedicated warriors to work towards the upliftment of the poor weak and needy. - July 02, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation