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TD Charitable Foundation Awards $20,000 Grant to Family Service
TD Charitable Foundation recently awarded a $20,000 grant to Family Service’s In-Home Family Service (IIFS) program. “The TD Charitable Foundation is pleased to be able to provide grants to organizations like Family Service County. We are confident that the Intensive In-Home Family... - March 16, 2010 - Family Service
InfraGard National Members Alliance Announces the Formation of National Board of Advisors
Chair of The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA), Dr.Kathleen Kiernan, Chair of The Board of Advisors, Don Gilberg, and INMA President, Dyann Bradbury, have announced the formation of The INMA Board of Advisors. The BOA will meet on March 23 in Washington DC as part of the InfraGard National... - March 16, 2010 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
BAPS Charities Makes Donation of $47,000 to UNICEF for Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund
The start of a fantastic partnership, one that will help save the lives of thousands of children around the world. BAPS Charities donated $47,000 to the United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, launching the first-ever partnership between the two NGOs. Ed Lloyd, CFO of UNICEF said,... - March 15, 2010 - BAPS Charities
Norwalk Exchange Club to Hold Certified Barbeque Judging Class in Norwalk, CT
Kansas City Barbeque Society Certified Judging Class offered in Norwalk, CT. - March 15, 2010 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Enable America Congratulates Gerdau Ameristeel in Charlotte
Following successful programs to mentor people with disabilities in Tampa and Jacksonville, Florida, Gerdau Ameristeel once again proved its committment to diversity in the workplace by holding the first Enable America mentoring program in Charlotte, North Carolina, on March 5. - March 14, 2010 - Enable America
NAFA Members Dominate List of Nominees for Automotive Fleet's Professional Fleet Manager of the Year Award
Eight of the eleven nominees for Automotive Fleet's Professional Fleet Manager of the Year Award are current NAFA Members, once again proving that the Association contains many of the leading corporate fleet professionals in the industry. - March 14, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The Chicago Lighthouse Senior Director of Educational Services Receives 2010 Distinguished Service Award from AER
Citing her outstanding efforts in promoting, developing and improving education and rehabilitation services for persons who are blind or visually impaired, Mary Zabelski, a resident of Chicago’s Northwest side and senior director of educational services at The Chicago Lighthouse, was named a... - March 14, 2010 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Australia: More to do Than Just Sunbathe with GVI
Australia conjures up images of endless sunshine and vast, beautiful beaches, where stunning coastlines surround an immense desert interior. It is therefore no surprise that the country is a popular tourist destination, included on many gap year and round-the-world itineraries. - March 14, 2010 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Fighting the Silent Epidemic -- Author/ Philanthropist Dr. Cheryl Saban Speaks with Compton Unified’s Whaley Middle School Students
Over 160 girls from the Compton Unified Whaley Middle School will meet with the revered author and philanthropist to discuss the importance of self-worth and how to value themselves. - March 13, 2010 - EmpowHer Institute
Help Music Drives Us Keep Music in Our Boston Public Schools and Affect Positive Change for Children Through Music
The study of music has been shown to give pre-teens direction, focus, and a sense of self worth that sticks with them throughout their formidable years. Music Drives Us has identified an elementary school in Roxbury that is about to lose their Suzuki violin program because of severe budget cuts. Please help to keep this program in the school thus keeping violins in these children’s hands. - March 13, 2010 - Music Drives Us
Educational Charity Seeks Teenagers Interested in Connecting with Robotics
Independent educational charity The Smallpeice Trust is looking for 15-17 year old (Years 11 to 12) students with an interest or natural flair in Science, Maths, Design or Technology to apply to attend a new ‘Robotic Engineering’ residential course at Staffordshire University from 26th... - March 13, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
NCSJP Co-Sponsors Great Schools in Wake County Education Forum
March 20th Event to Feature National Experts and Foster Community Engagement - March 13, 2010 - North Carolina Social Justice Project
United Church of God Posts Bible Study Guides to Help Christians Use Armor of God
New UCG online Bible study lessons examine the spiritual armor that God provides to protect Christians from the forces of evil. - March 13, 2010 - United Church of God
The Aerospace Corporation Celebrates 50 Years of Leadership in Space
On June 4, 2010, The Aerospace Corporation will officially celebrate its 50th anniversary as America’s expert in national security space. - March 13, 2010 - The Aerospace Corporation
Rescue Chocolate's Vegan Egg
The newest do-good gourmet chocolate company, Rescue Chocolate, recently launched two boundary-breaking sweets for the Easter and Passover. - March 13, 2010 - Rescue Chocolate
Destination:PEACE Announces Gourmet Partnership with NAEF Cuisine, a Taste of the Good Life
The newest trend in travel includes volunteer vacations and Destination:PEACE Volunteer Vacations has joined forces with NAEF Cuisine in Punta de Mita, Mexico. - March 12, 2010 - Destination:PEACE
NSCS Announces Members of 2010-2011 National Leadership Council
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars is pleased to announce members of the National Leadership Council for the 2010-2011 academic year. • Amy James, University of Toledo, NLC President • Kenneth Wilson, Kaplan University, NLC Executive Vice President • Nefertari... - March 12, 2010 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Elite Personal Training’s Matthew Sgro Bringing Much Needed Awareness to Local No-Kill Animal Shelter
Matthew Sgro of Elite Personal Training in Exton is bringing much needed awareness to a local no-kill animal shelter. - March 12, 2010 - Boot Camps With A Purpose
NAFA Announces Media Sponsors for 2010 Institute & Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association has lined up an impressive list of fleet industry publications as official media sponsors of the 2010 Institute & Expo. - March 12, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The Smallpeice Trust to Attend the Big Bang Fair
Educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust is due to take part in the annual Big Bang Fair which will be held this year at Manchester Central from 11th to 13th March. The fair which aims to inspire young people into a career in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) will provide the... - March 11, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Joni Mitchell Tribute Album from Bandhouse Gigs Named Best Pop Rock Recording
Washington Area Music Awards honors noted DC producers. - March 11, 2010 - Bandhouse Gigs
Trust for Architectural Easements Publishes Walking Tour of Historic Orange, California
To promote a seminar on the financial incentives for historic preservation, the Trust for Architectural Easements is publishing a walking tour of historic Old Towne Orange. - March 11, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Atlanta Firm Launches Vacation Rentals Business to Fund Charities; Plans to Raise Several Million Dollars Annually for Worthy Causes
As a direct result of the economic downturn, charitable organizations and other non-profits are searching for creative ways to offset declining donations. Public budget cuts are making it harder for school systems to function smoothly. Charity Helpers, LLC recently launched Geronimo.com to convert... - March 11, 2010 - Charity Helpers, LLC
CED Accepting Nominations for Companies to Watch Awards Program
CED, formerly the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced a partnership with the Edward Lowe Foundation to bring a unique awards program, Companies to... - March 11, 2010 - CED
Adopt Through Telephone
Parents, Grand-parents... all old and infirm, are only a phone call away. But you don’t have time to call them as regularly as you would like to. Is there a solution to all the loneliness? Agewell Foundation has found an answer for these people. It is not unusual to see qualified women,... - March 11, 2010 - Agewell Foundation
The ARISE Program Reaches Historic Milestone in Florida’s Juvenile Justice System Where Delinquent Youth Are Held in Custody Statewide
ARISE-certified Life-Skills Group Facilitators across the state have conducted-in one month-almost 27,000 hours of evidence-based interactions with groups of incarcerated at-risk youth in their care. - March 11, 2010 - ARISE Foundation
Smokers Get Hypnotised in Front of Their PCs for Free
UK based charity and international non-profit organisation NoSmokingAgain.org has created an On-line Hypnotherapy Website where smokers who want to kick the habit can register to receive free-of-charge clinical cognitive hypnotherapy via the Internet. Smokers undergo hypnosis sessions to quit... - March 11, 2010 - No Smoking Again
The Chicago Lighthouse Will Host Low Vision Products Show in Schaumburg, IL
In order to expand consumer awareness, The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is taking its retail operations to the suburbs of Chicago. The first event is scheduled for Saturday, March 13, at the Friendship Village - 350 W. Schaumburg Road in Schaumburg, IL. There is... - March 10, 2010 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Charity Mile Agreement Finalized
One-Stop Online Resource Offers Tools, Support to $1.6 Billion Market - March 10, 2010 - Charity Mile
Fleet Managers Get Free Admission to NAFA's I&E Expo Hall
The Expo Hall will be the place to be this April as NAFA's Institute & Expo offers fleet managers the opportunity to meet face to face with more than 200 exhibitors featuring products and services to benefit their fleet. - March 10, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
GRAPA Offers Free Downloads of Publications & Presentations Through Telco Fraud Officer Library
GRAPA's all-new Telco Fraud Officer Program announces the release of the new Telco Fraud Officer library, offering free downloads of valuable whitepapers, presentations and more. - March 10, 2010 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
The National Association of GLBT in Israel, Will be Holding Their Annual "Lil Seder" on March 29th at 7pm
The National Association of GLBT in Israel each year hosts an annual seder at the Gay and Lesbian Center in Tel Aviv. The Aguda's " Lil Seder " is free to the public and is 100% volunteer participation. - March 10, 2010 - The National Association of GLBT in Israel
The Sport of Giving Goes National in Support of all Women’s Cancers
Atlanta founded breast cancer nonprofit organization, The Sport of Giving, (www.thesportofgiving.org) provides a template for women’s cancer fundraising in any community. - March 09, 2010 - The Sport of Giving
Papa Murphy’s to Hold Fundraiser for Kelsey’s Army®
Papa Murphy’s participating take ‘n’ bake pizza locations to benefit the Kelsey Smith Foundation®. Papa Murphy’s participating locations have announced that they will hold a fundraiser to benefit the Kelsey Smith Foundation and its quest to protect the youth and young... - March 09, 2010 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
Assassination City Roller Derby Announces Its First Home Bout of the 2010 Season
This is not a test. This is Assassination City Roller Derby. - March 09, 2010 - Assassination City Roller Derby
Mustard Seed Canada Announces Paul Richardson Book Launch and Television Appearance
Mustard Seed Canada would like to announce the launch of Paul Richardson's new book "A Certain Risk, Living Your Faith at the Edge." Paul will officially launch the book during an interview on 100 Huntely St. on Monday, March 15, 2010, where he will expand on the inspiring stories found in his new release. - March 08, 2010 - Mustard Seed Mission Canada Inc.
The National Association of GBLT in Israel Announce the North American Public Awareness and Social Networking Tour
Mike Hamel, chairperson of the Aguda and authority on the human and social rights of the GLBT community in Israel will be touring North America, accompanied by youths who were involved with the horrible shooting that took place in the Gay Youth Center in Tel Aviv, August 1, 2009. These events are to showcase the GLBT movement in Israel and their accomplishments and the future. - March 08, 2010 - The National Association of GLBT in Israel
HeartShare's Annual Gala Set for March 25
HeartShare Human Services of New York will hold its annual fundraising Gala on Thursday, March 25. - March 07, 2010 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Kelsey Smith Foundation to Receive FBI Award
The Kelsey Smith Foundation, Inc. will be awarded the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award on March 19, 2010 in Washington, D.C. Each area FBI field office selects one group that has demonstrated outstanding contributions to their local communities through service. The Kansas City field... - March 06, 2010 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
29 College Students Receive National Community Service Award
29 National Society of Collegiate Scholars members have completed more than 1,400 hours of community service this year, earning each member a Scholar of Promise Award. - March 06, 2010 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Programs of Academic Exchange (PAX) Designates Denver, Colorado as an Ideal Place to Host an International Exchange Student
Denver, Colorado has been designated as an ideal environment for the PAX program to bring high school students from around the world. PAX, or Program of Academic Exchange, is a non-profit organization based out of New York that hopes local families in the Metro-Denver area will come forward to host some remarkable teens for the 2010-2011 school year as part of an exchange experience. - March 05, 2010 - PAX - Program of Academic Exchange
San Pablo Arts District Fund Announces Storefront Installation by Oakland Artist Michael Louis Young
San Pablo Arts District Fund (SPAD), an Oakland based non-profit organization, begins its storefront art program with a collaborative installation by Oakland artist Michael Louis Young. 5512, a vacant storefront on San Pablo Avenue in economy-stricken North Oakland's Golden Gate District, is being transformed into SOS/SOL, a dynamic multimedia installation. SOS/SOL explores a narrative of sorrow and solitude on the high seas. The beautified storefronts lessen blight and undesired activities. - March 05, 2010 - San Pablo Arts District Fund
IJIS Institute Initiates Sustaining Member Program
The Board of Directors of the IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces the creation of a new Sustaining Member program. This elite class of membership in the IJIS Institute will provide companies a more significant and tangible way in which to support the Institute and its programs. BAE Systems has joined the IJIS Institute as the organization’s first Sustaining Member. - March 05, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Weiner Family Studios Donates Proceeds from iPhone App to Chile Relief
Weiner Family Studios today announced they are donating all proceeds from its well-received iPhone application, "A Family Matters" to a Chile relief fund this week. A Family Matters is an iPhone and iPod touch application that allows parents to enjoy deeper, more meaningful conversations with their children at the dinner table or on the go. The app covers common places you may engage in conversation or need to pass the time such as restaurants, waiting rooms or on long road trips. - March 05, 2010 - Weiner Family Studios
Harvard Law School Reaches Out to at Risk Youth with Music Panel
"The Bizness behind The Business" Harvard Law School’s Black Law Student Association and the Hip Hop Entertainment Law Project will again host a music industry panel as part of this year’s 27th Annual BLSA Spring Conference. The seminar is for high-risk teens, and anyone interested in having a career in the music business. The event will take place will take place on March 6, 2010 at 4:30 pm in Ames Courtroom at Harvard Law School in Austin Hall. - March 05, 2010 - The Hip Hop Entertainment Law Project
The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges Celebrates Its 10th Year Anniversary Gala on March 25, 2010, at Christine Lee's Gulfstream Park in Miami, FL
The 10th Year Anniversary Gala, to be held on March 25, 2010, will benefit The Victory Center for Autism and Behavioral Challenges, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that works to provide education and services to individuals and families with Autism and similar disorders in a secure and stimulating learning environment. - March 04, 2010 - The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges
New Haven Pride Center’s Dorothy Awards Filled with Surprises: Honorees Given Citations by Comptroller Nancy Wyman; Ceremony Features Attorney General Richard Blumenthal
The New Haven Pride Center’s Dorothy Awards honor members of the LGBT community who have made a significant contribution to local LGBT life. - March 04, 2010 - New Haven Pride Center
New Program at CDP Teaches End-of-Life Caregivers Novel Ways to Cope with Stress
The mission of the Beyond Compassion Program, the first project offered through the newly-developed Share the Gift Foundation, is to offer caregivers tools which empower them to move beyond the fear and sadness associated with the loss of a loved one and thus invite them to approach the grieving process as an opportunity to expand their hearts and enrich their souls. - March 04, 2010 - CDP
You Can Donate through ZipGive to Chile Earthquake Relief by Texting “CHILE” to 45678
Canadians can once again use text messaging on their cellphones to donate money to relief efforts for Chile. - March 04, 2010 - Zipstripe Corp.
Trust for Architectural Easements Hosts Orange Seminar on Financial Incentives for Historic Preservation
The Trust for Architectural Easements protects more than 800 historic properties in California, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Virginia, and Illinois. On Thursday, March 11th at 6:30 p.m., the Trust will host a seminar on the financial incentives for historic preservation. To RSVP, please email easements@architecturaltrust.org. - March 03, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements