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Friends of SVACA Announces the Spay/Neuter Voucher Program
Friends of SVACA announces the Spay/Neuter Voucher Program which is designed to help pet owners in need of financial assistance have their pets spayed and neutered. Residents of Santa Clara, Campbell, or Monte Sereno with pets currently licensed with the SVACA and an annual household income of... - January 20, 2010 - Friends of Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
Friends of SVACA Announces Second Chance at Life Fund
Friends of SVACA announces the start of the Second Chance at Life Fund. The donations received for this fund will be used to save the lives of animals that require simple health treatments, such as having a tooth pulled, stitches, or treatment for intestinal parasites, to be adoptable. These... - January 20, 2010 - Friends of Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
Hospital Foundation Asks Locals to Promote Youth Rx Abuse Prevention Forum
WA Attorney General Rob KcKenna is the guest speaker during a Youth Prescription Drug Abuse Community Education Forum the evening of February 24th at Mt. Si High School in Snoqualimie, WA. Joining Mr. McKenna are experts from Seattle's SAMA Foundation and the Snoqualmie Valley Hosptital District. Local businesses and other organizations are asked to help promote this event. - January 20, 2010 - Snoqualmie Valley Hospial Foundation
Filmmakers of Award-Winning Haiti Documentary the Road to Fondwa Release the Film for Free to Support Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts
Following the devastating news of the unprecedented earthquake in Haiti, the team behind the award-winning Haiti documentary The Road to Fondwa have released the entire film as a free streaming download on the official website, www.fondwa.org. The film has been made available for free to raise... - January 20, 2010 - Road to Fondwa LLC
Muslims Help Victims of Earthquake in Haiti
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community partners with Humanity First to deploy Disaster Response Team to affected areas. - January 19, 2010 - Ahmadiyya Movement in Islam, Inc
Leesburg Teen Wins $1000 Scholarship and Title of Miss Orlando’s Outstanding Teen in the Miss Orlando Scholarship Pageant
A Leesburg teen has claimed the title of Miss Orlando’s Outstanding Teen. MaryKatherine Fechtel, a 14-year-old, will represent the city at Miss Florida’s Outstanding Teen Pageant in Dade City, FL this April 22-24. MaryKatherine has studied dance at Shooting Stars Dance Studio in Clermont along side Jakob Karr of “So You Think You Can Dance” fame. - January 19, 2010 - Miss Orlando Scholarship Pageant
UCF Student Wins $3000 Scholarship at 2010 Miss Orlando Scholarship Pageant
An Orlando woman has claimed the title of Miss Orlando. Vicky DiSanto, a 20-year-old junior majoring in musical theatre at the University of Central Florida, will represent the city at the Miss Florida Pageant in St. Petersburg, FL this July. - January 19, 2010 - Miss Orlando Scholarship Pageant
Humanity First Deploys First Responders to Haiti
Since the earthquake that hit Haiti on Tuesday 12th January, estimates suggest that over 50,000 people have died, and the Interior Minister, Paul Antoine Bien-Aime is even suggesting as many as 200,000 deaths. Over 3 million people are affected, many living on the streets for fear of other... - January 18, 2010 - Humanity First
CURE International Responds to Crisis in Haiti
Medical Relief Team on the Ground in Haiti; Organization’s Hospital in Dominican Republic Ready to Accept Patients; Organization Establishes Fund to Aid Efforts in Country. - January 18, 2010 - CURE International
Boulder Emergency Squad Recognizes Rescue Volunteers
Boulder Emergency Squad, Inc, a non-profit 501c.3 rescue agency recognized the valuable contributions of emergency rescue volunteers at the annual event in Boulder Colorado. 'Officer of the Yea' was awarded to Sheaffer O. Gilliam and 'Member of the Year' was awarded to Robby Scribner. - January 17, 2010 - Boulder Emergency Squad, Inc
Audubon Lifestyles Has Launched Its Sustainable Golf Facility Program
Audubon Lifestyles, a non-profit sustainability focused education organization, has completed development of a program geared towards assisting those seeking to become models of sustainability at their golf facilities. - January 17, 2010 - ISC-Audubon
Animals in Haiti Helped by Rescue Chocolate Company
The Rescue Chocolate Company donates all net proceeds from January to the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) for their animal rescue efforts in Haiti. - January 17, 2010 - Rescue Chocolate
The Hunger Site and GreaterGood.org Support Partners in Health’s Haitian Rescue Work
The Hunger Site and GreaterGood.org sent more than $270,000 to Partners in Health to support that group’s rescue work in Haiti by the end of February 2010. - January 17, 2010 - GreaterGood
The Animal Rescue Site Commits $300,000 to Shelter+ Challenges with Petfinder.com
Following the success of The Animal Rescue Site’s Shelter+ Challenges with Petfinder.com in 2009, which gave $200,000 to shelter groups selected by visitor votes, The Animal Rescue Site CEO Tim Kunin announced today that $300,000 will be rewarded to shelters and animal rescue organizations... - January 16, 2010 - GreaterGood
CED STREAK Showcase Finale Highlights Four of Area’s Top Tech, Life Sciences Startup Companies
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 that it will host the final STREAK showcase of the program’s season Thursday, Jan. 28 from... - January 16, 2010 - CED
Weiner Family Studios to Donate Proceeds from Family-Oriented iPhone App to Haiti Relief
A Family Matters is an iPhone/iPod touch application that allows families to enjoy deeper more meaningful conversations. Weiner Family Studios has decided to donate all of the proceeds from the application this week to the Haiti Relief fund, AmeriCares. - January 16, 2010 - Weiner Family Studios
Parent Coaching Institute Offers $900 Tuition Discount to Family Support Specialists Until February 15, 2010
The Parent Coaching Institute offers a $900 tuition discount off of the distance learning Parent Coach Certification® Training Program tuition for all applications received by February 15, 2010. Parent Coach Certification® is designed for family support specialists who are driven to coach parents facing today’s challenges; see the need for an innovative, research-based support model; and seek the most respected certification program available for parent coaching. - January 15, 2010 - Parent Coaching Institute
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan to Develop GreenSpace Project
Support for the “GreenSpace” project comes from a recent grant of $352,000 awarded to the Community Foundation from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as part of its Knight Community Information Challenge. - January 15, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Kathy Martinez to Appear at Enable America Disability Employment Forum
Enable America is a non-profit organization devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. At this year's annual forum the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Labor, Kathy Martinez, will appear and speak. - January 14, 2010 - Enable America
Follow the IAPAM's Jeff Russell on His hCG Weight Loss Diet
The Executive Director of the IAPAM (http://www.iapam.com) announced he will be undertaking a new year's resolution to lose weight. Jeff Russell invites all physicians and patients interested in observing the results of his medically supervised hCG program and diet, to follow his journey on his blog at http://www.aestheticmedicinenews.com/follow-jeffs-hcg-weight-loss.htm. - January 14, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Ameriprise Financial Awards $15,000 Grant to National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Grant will support programs and services for people with MS and research for a cure. - January 14, 2010 - National MS Society, Southern California Chapter
College Park Rotary Sends 6 to RYLA
The College Park Rotary Club is sponsoring 6 outstanding students from the community to attend the 2010 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA). RYLA is an intensive training program for high school sophomores and juniors. The RYLA experience prepares young people to be leaders in their community,... - January 14, 2010 - Rotary of College Park
Triangle Technology Executives Council Panel to Share Insight with N.C. State University Institute for Advanced Analytics
The Triangle Technology Executives Council (www.ncttec.net), a nonprofit organization dedicated to continuous education and economic development of technology companies in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that the organization will present a panel discussing best... - January 14, 2010 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
Rev. Denny Finnegan Releases New Small Group Study - Foundations: Understanding Prayer Ministry
This cutting edge 13 week small group study focused on different types of prayer ministry will energize and strengthen your existing prayer team, or help you and your church establish one. Foundations - Understanding Prayer Ministry is available at http://www.dennyfinnegan.com. - January 13, 2010 - Rev. Denny Finnegan, Prayer Coach
Metal vs. Wood/Wood vs. Metal at The Cathedral Gallery
The Crucible’s art gallery in Oakland’s historic Cathedral Building announces its first exhibition of the new year. “Metal vs. Wood/ Wood vs. Metal” is a group exhibition “showdown” featuring new works of art of metal and/or wood. Encompassing a diversity of techniques, such as joinery, carving, turning, welding, forging, pouring, and machining, Metal vs. Wood showcases work that pushes the boundaries of what these materials have to offer. Opening Reception January 21st 6-9PM. - January 13, 2010 - The Crucible
The Crucible Forges a Stronger Organization in 2010
After a decade of making industrial and fine art accessible to the Bay Area, Founder Michael Sturtz transitions to Creative Director, as Kathleen Brown comes on board as Interim Executive Director. - January 13, 2010 - The Crucible
NASA Administrator Bolden Stresses Importance of Inspiration & Education
Remarks made during keynote address at American Astronomical Society Meeting: NASA Administrator Charles F. Bolden, Jr. stressed the importance of inspirational space exploration missions and education during his keynote address at the American Astronomical Society’s national meeting in Washington, DC on January 6. - January 13, 2010 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
President Obama Announces New Funding for “Educate to Innovate” Program
Science and Teacher Mentor Awards also announced at White House Event. President Barack Obama announced new funding for the “Educate to Innovate” program during a White House event on January 6 that also honored educators from across the country for excellence in mathematics and science teaching and mentoring. - January 13, 2010 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
Rocks from the Moon and Mt. Everest Summit Headed to International Space Station
A piece of the Moon collected during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969 will have a new home on the International Space Station, along with a rock from the summit of Mt. Everest. Former astronaut and Challenger Center for Space Science Education Board Member Scott Parazynski, MD, presented both rocks... - January 13, 2010 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
2010 Facility of the Year Awards (FOYA) Winners Announced
Five pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities constructed in Singapore, Ireland, and the USA have been selected as Category Winners in the sixth annual Facility of the Year Awards (FOYA) program sponsored by ISPE, INTERPHEX, and Pharmaceutical Processing magazine. The winning companies and... - January 13, 2010 - ISPE
Free After-School Program Positively Touches the Lives of Over 25,000 students
Free after-school dance program has worked with over 25, 000 at-risk students in the US to teach the expressive art-form of dance. Students join the 10- or 20-week program for free, perform for their school and are eligible for ongoing scholarships. - January 13, 2010 - D.A.R.E. Dance
DC Family Helped by Local Baltimore Charity to be Featured on "the Oprah Winfrey Show" Thursday, Jan. 14
In 2003, after being diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of six, Eric Ware underwent chemo and radiation treatments at Children’s National Medical Center. He and his family participated in many Casey Cares programs to keep their spirts up. Unfortunately, Eric lost his battle, and Aaron struggled to go on. His wise pediatrician prescribed something unusual for Aaron. That story will be featured on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" this Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010. - January 13, 2010 - Casey Cares Foundation
New Church New Vision
A new church in Alabama that's going to change the Southeast. - January 12, 2010 - Kingdom Christian Center
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization Holds Healthy Lifestyle Event: the Natural Way to Kickstart 2010
Date: Thursday January 14, 2010; Time: 7:00pm; Location: TokyoEnglishLifeline(TELL) Community Center Minami Aoyama; Price: ¥3000 for members, ¥6000 for guests. January meeting speakers August Hergesheimer and Susie Rucker, are experts at weight loss, detox, and anti-aging tips that fit with the fast pace of Tokyo life. - January 12, 2010 - FEWJapan
ARISE Announces the Expansion of Its Groundbreaking Drop It at the Door Workshop
Adding three additional days to the Drop It at the Door training allows participants to fully explore and grasp each life-changing concept, from anger and stress management to handling the office gossip machine. - January 10, 2010 - ARISE Foundation
Former US FDA Director Joins ISPE as Regulatory Affairs Advisor
ISPE a global not-for-profit association of 24,000 technical professionals working in the manufacturing and drug development sectors of the pharmaceutical industry, has named Anthony Celeste as its North America Regulatory Affairs Advisor, effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Celeste will help... - January 10, 2010 - ISPE
Call for Nominations for the 8th Annual Goodmon Awards
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle (www.leadershiptriangle.com), has announced that nominations are currently being accepted for Leadership Triangle’s 8th Annual Goodmon Awards. Nominees are selected from five community service categories and are chosen for exhibiting... - January 10, 2010 - Leadership Triangle
CED Offers Promotion for New and Current Members Attending Biotech 2010, Venture 2010
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 that it is offering existing and new members an incentive to participate in their 2010... - January 09, 2010 - CED
Angel Food Ministries Offers a Helping Hand for Families Across the Nation and in Middletown, NY
Angel Food Ministries (www.angelfoodministries.com), an organization dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality food to those in need, is offering relief and joy to families in Middletown and the surrounding communities. - January 09, 2010 - Trinity Church AngelFood Ministries
NSCS to Partner with Affinity Financial Management Services to Increase Revenue for Scholarships
NSCS and Affinity Financial Management Services have established a partnership to bring new revenue to the NSCS scholarship program. - January 08, 2010 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
The Founders Fund, Inc. Honors Scholarship Recipients at Annual Luncheon
Students attending colleges located all over the United States came together as Founders Fund scholarship recipients to thank The Founders Fund members for helping them to continue their education. - January 08, 2010 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
Portraits of Literacy: The Florida Literacy Coalition Announces Photo Contest
First annual Florida Literacy Coalition photo contest. - January 07, 2010 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Vanguard University’s Students in Free Enterprise to Hold Green Up Your Dorm Contest
Targeting the college students of Southern California, this contest focuses on helping college students make small choices that lead to big changes for the environment around them. - January 06, 2010 - Vanguard University SIFE
Vanguard University’s Students in Free Enterprise to Hold Environmental Sustainability Conference
Targeting the Orange County business community, the conference features keynote speaker Martin Diedrich, Founder of Kéan Coffee, and focuses on environmental sustainability with an emphasis on innovation and creativity. - January 06, 2010 - Vanguard University SIFE
National MS Society’s 1st Annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire to Honor Local Businesswoman René Webb
René Webb, owner of eleven McDonald’s franchise locations in the Inland Empire, will be honored at the 1st annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire, sponsored by and benefiting the Southern California Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The gala event will take place on... - January 06, 2010 - National MS Society, Southern California Chapter
Chelsea Community Foundation Awards $12,000 to Chelsea Recreation Council
Grant to support the "Chelsea: For the Love of Baseball" project, a renovation project for existing baseball and softball fields in Chelsea. - January 06, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Musical Tribute to Neil Finn and Crowded House Presented by Bandhouse Gigs
Internationally acclaimed songwriter and musician Neil Finn to be celebrated in song at tribute concert staged by Bandhouse Gigs at the Barns at Wolf Trap in Virginia. - January 06, 2010 - Bandhouse Gigs
New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan Announces New Web Site - neweconomyinitiative.org
Site includes a media center featuring the latest videos and podcasts and blog where NEI staff, members of the Governing Council, and Economic Advisors will share information about the work NEI is doing and its impact in the region. - January 06, 2010 - New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan
GRAPA Revenue Assurance Regulatory Certification Awarded to Tarig Rahamtalla
Global Revenue Assurance Association certifies first member from US Regulator Tarig Rahamtalla, Senior Financial Analyst for the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) - January 06, 2010 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
IMTA to Promote Medical Tourism to India at FICCI Namaskar Africa -14-16 January 2010 at Lagos, Nigeria
Indian Medical Travel Association (IMTA) has partnered with FICCI - India’s leading business federation to promote Medical Value Travel to India from the African Continent. Namaskar Africa’ – an Indian business expedition to Africa is being organised by FICCI from 14-16 January... - January 06, 2010 - Indian Medical Travel Association (IMTA)