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DANA Downtown Living Tour Returns for Sixth Year
The Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association (DANA) has unveiled details for its sixth annual Downtown Living Tour, showcasing the rapidly growing residential landscape in downtown Austin. - September 30, 2009 - Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association
Wake County SmartStart to Step Up and Act for Children
Wake County SmartStart (WCSS) is proud to be one of the more than 30 co-sponsors of Step Up and Act for Children 2009, a national event which is organized locally by Action for Children North Carolina. On October 5 from 11:15 until 12:30 p.m., Wake County SmartStart will join child advocates from... - September 30, 2009 - Wake County SmartStart
Bone Cancer Dogs Launches the Premier Online Resource for Dog Owners and Veterinarians
Yes, dogs can get bone cancer. Over 10,000 cases are diagnosed each year. When given this diagnosis, overwhelmed dog owners don’t know where to turn for help. Bonecancerdogs.org provides information, support and hope. - September 29, 2009 - Bone Cancer Dogs, Inc
San Francisco Mayor Declares October 8 'SFCASA Day'
Join the Celebration at ‘Hot Reggae Nights’ Benefit Event at Foreign Cinema - September 29, 2009 - San Francisco Court Appointed Special Advocate Program
New Hampshire Readies for 23rd Global Peace Event
Local Non-Profit Announces Youth Leaders Selected to Participate in the 2009/2010 Peace Initiative - September 28, 2009 - Friends Forever USA
Regional Business Community Celebrates 7th Annual Erie Athena Awards
ATHENA International, Inc., National City, now a part of PNC, and the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership celebrated the seventh annual Erie ATHENA Awards during a luncheon held today at Mercyhurst College. The event paid tribute to the economic power and leadership of local women, and the... - September 28, 2009 - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
Memorial Walk a Community Event
Angel Names Association's fourth annual Memorial Walk coincides with National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month. - September 28, 2009 - Angel Names Association
American Foundation for Children with AIDS Climbs Up Kilimanjaro
Charity Climb a Huge Success. - September 27, 2009 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
National Yoga Month Offers More Than Just Free Yoga
Emphasizing the message of preventative health and wellness, National Yoga Month September offers a full seven days of free yoga classes at participating yoga studios from coast to coast. - September 26, 2009 - Yoga Health Foundation
Progress Energy Joins Enable America in North Carolina Expansion
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is expanding operations in Raleigh and North Carolina. Progress Energy, which has been proactive in supporting and developing a diverse workforce, is joining Enable America as their official local partner. - September 26, 2009 - Enable America
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Awards More Than $1 Million in Grants to Area Nonprofit Organizations
The Board of Trustees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan (www.cfsem.org) approved $1,043,379 in grants to nonprofit organizations working to improve the quality of life in the region. The Board approved the grants at its September meeting. The following organizations are among those... - September 26, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Wake County SmartStart to Present at North Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children Annual Conference
In its continuing commitment to ensuring quality childcare in Wake County, five early childhood education professionals from Wake County SmartStart will present three workshops during the 2009 North Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children (NCAEYC) annual conference. All three... - September 26, 2009 - Wake County SmartStart
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
Val, a labrador retriever and Hurricane Katrina survivor who was found barely alive, was lucky enough to have found his way into a loving home in suburban Chicago. Along with his sister, Brandy, who is also a shelter dog, they recently launched their “Real Dogs with Real Tales” stories in a series of books: Brandy and Val, Brandy and Val’s Favorite Things, and Brandy and Val’s Special Story. Brandy and Val can become members of the family with accompanying tie-in plush toys (sold separately). - September 26, 2009 - Brandy and Val, LLC
Diamonds International Launches DiamondsInternational.org, a Website That Showcases the Charities They Support Worldwide
Diamonds International, the world’s largest duty free jeweler, has launched DiamondsInternational.org, a charity site focused on community outreach, fundraising and sponsorships for communities that are home to DI cutting, polishing and retail locations worldwide. - September 25, 2009 - Diamonds International
Military Spouses Helping Raise Funds for USA Cares’ Warrior Treatment Today Program
Military spouses across the country are creating “one of a kind” TShirts for their deployed loved ones through the TShirts 4 Soldiers program. This program is a unique and fun way for Americans to support our deployed troops, while helping wounded warriors here at home. - September 25, 2009 - Home Sweet Home Campaign
From Social Media MedSpa Marketing Tips to Reading Financials, the IAPAM's Aesthetic Practice Startup Workshop Offers It All
Both business and clinical training is the best foundation upon which a successful medical spa can be launched. Therefore, only the IAPAM now offers a choice of educational programs. From Botox training, to marketing, the IAPAM offers the industry’s most comprehensive workshops for healthcare professionals. The IAPAM's Aesthetic Practice Startup Workshop is the only medical spa program highlighting the latest information on social media marketing as taught by Harvard Business School. - September 25, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Volunteers Wrap to Benefit National Inclusion Project
Clay Aiken's National Inclusion Project recently announced their 6th annual holiday gift-wrapping awareness campaign and fundraiser, Wrapping for Inclusion. The campaign will take place in shopping malls and stores across the country throughout the 2009 Holiday season. - September 25, 2009 - The National Inclusion Project
Family Holiday Association to Recruit Team for the Malta Marathon/Half Marathon
The Family Holiday Association is recruiting a team to take part in the Malta Marathon or Half Marathon on 28 February 2010 and raise funds to help give severely disadvantaged children a much-needed family break. - September 25, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
Birmingham NICU Nurse Wins Award for Babywearing Advocacy
Mandy Welch of Montevallo, Alabama, a nurse in the St. Vincent's Hospital neonatal intensive care unit in Birmingham, Alabama, wins the award for Outstanding Babywearing Advocate in the Healing Professions, in connection with International Babywearing Week. - September 24, 2009 - Babywearing International, Inc.
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Celebrates Five Years of Assisting Families Worldwide
Lisa Valentino, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that Sept. 1, 2009 marked the organization’s fifth year anniversary of assisting families worldwide. Me Fine provides financial assistance to families that are sacrificing their... - September 24, 2009 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Husband and Wife Team Up to Help Post 9/11 War Veterans Suffering from PTSD and TBI
In partnering with Defender Pro, the Home Sweet Home Campaign enters the world of technology to help raise funds for war veterans in need. How one family is working together to help raise $1 million dollars for USA Cares. - September 23, 2009 - Home Sweet Home Campaign
Boulder County Rescue Team Elects Youngest Chief/President in Agency History
Boulder Emergency Squad, Inc, a non-profit 501c.3 volunteer agency elected Andrew J.C. Moschetti to the position of Corporate President and the role of Chief of Operations at their bi-annual elections held this week. Moschetti - 26, a five year veteran of the agency, replaces retiring Chief Dan J. Eamon who led the agency for the past four years. - September 21, 2009 - Boulder Emergency Squad, Inc
Enable America Supports Disability Mentoring Day
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is supporting and encouraging all businesses to participate in Disability Mentoring Day, held each October. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the program. Hillsborough County's event will be held on October 22. - September 19, 2009 - Enable America
National Health Care Advocate Named Broward College Foundation's 2009 Distinguished Alumni - Dr. Susan Hasmiller to Receive Honor at Lyceum Awards
Dr. Susan Hassmiller to Receive Honor at Second Annual Tripp Scott Lyceum Awards on Saturday, October 3. - September 19, 2009 - The Marketing Department, Inc.
Zahi Hawass Debates New Discovery in Egypt
Before it has even been released, the newest book by author and explorer Andrew Collins, Beneath the Pyramids, continues to be the source of a controversy amongst Egyptian scholars, including Dr. Zahi Hawass, Secretary General of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities. The subject of the debate is... - September 19, 2009 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
IAPAM's Botox Training: Industry's Leading Cosmetic Injectable Training
The International Association of Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) is offering industry-leading Botox training for both new entrants to the Botox/dermal filler field, and professionals looking to hone their cosmetic injectable skills. - September 19, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
NSCS Announces NSCS-GEICO Scholarship Recipients
In partnership with GEICO, NSCS has awarded four $5,000 NSCS-GEICO graduate school scholarships. Award recipients are chosen on the basis of their essays on their graduate school plans, as well as a recommendation letter. - September 19, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Drive Safely Work Week Reminds You to Get Home Safely
NAFA is helping the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS) drive home the message that safe driving not only matters to you, but to the people counting on you to get home safely each day. - September 19, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Going Global - Building Networks and Assessing Market Culture to Leverage Business Opportunities Abroad
Never has it been so critical for U.S. companies to seek opportunities in overseas markets. The Boston IERG spotlights the international market potential with insight from panelists from the Going Global- Strategies for Success event recently held on Sept 14th at the Langham Hotel in Boston. - September 18, 2009 - International Executive Resources Group, Inc., Boston
"Stand Up for Cancer Survivors" Will Feature Comedians from Ventura Harbor Comedy Club
Stand Up for Cancer Survivors: A Comedy FUNdraiser for The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will be held Thursday, October 8 at 7:15pm at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza’s Scherr Forum. The evening will feature standup comics Randy Lubas, Jack Mayberry, and John Di Crosta, all courtesy of... - September 18, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Four Elected to the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Board of Trustees
Community Leaders Allushuski, Erb, Baker Lewis and Lim Join Board. - September 18, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Dominican Republic, Not Only a Paradise
Los Niños de Leonardo y Meredith, Inc. is a non-profit organization, committed to improving the lives of children living in poverty. - September 18, 2009 - Los Niños de Leonardo y Meredith
Lupus Research Institute National Coalition Goes to Washington
LRI Advocacy Day on the Hill Promotes Health Care Concerns of Lupus Patients. - September 17, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
Family Service and Rutgers University Join Forces
Family Service recently initiated a partnership with Rutgers University, New Brunswick that informs adolescents from Family Service Specialized Foster Care and children’s residential programs of the state funding available to them for post-secondary education. Two teens and staff from... - September 17, 2009 - Family Service
Council for Entrepreneurial Development Celebrates Its 25th Birthday
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org) has announced that it will host a celebration to commemorate 25 years of entrepreneurial support in the Research Triangle Park region of North Carolina. The casual party will take place Friday, Sept. 25 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the... - September 17, 2009 - CED
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Announces New Staff Members for the New Economy Initiative
New Economy Initiative (NEI) names David Egner of the Hudson-Webber Foundation as executive director, Katie Brisson as senior program officer and Sam Singh as senior consultant. - September 17, 2009 - New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan
Wolf Creek Academy Honors Its 2009 Graduates
Wolf Creek Academy, an emotional growth school for at-risk teens, is pleased to announce that a large number of its 2009 graduating class are now enrolled at colleges and universities around the country. Seven students from last year’s class are now attending continuing education schools and... - September 17, 2009 - Wolf Creek Academy
Divinity Girlz Ministries Announces New Website and Outreach for Girls
Divinity Girlz, a non-profit organization, believes that community is everything and no matter what the chosen path in life, time should be given to help those in need. Because of this, Divivinity Girlz has partnered with many local outreach and community organizations to provide students the opportunity to be positive role models and help others. Divinity Girlz is offering free classes and support groups throughout the year. - September 17, 2009 - Divinity Girlz Ministries
Enable America Expands Operations in Raleigh, North Carolina
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is expanding operations in Raleigh, North Carolina. A number of prominent Raleigh businesses have agreed to take part in the organization's employee mentoring programs. - September 17, 2009 - Enable America
Iran Alive Ministries Reveals New Name Change to Access More People from Around the Globe
Iran Alive Ministries (formerly International Antioch Ministries) was founded in 2000 by Dr. Hormoz Shariat to specifically bring the gospel message to Muslims inside and outside of Iran. This ministry has since grown to touch the lives of those who are seeking truth through satellite TV shows, leadership development, discipleship, online courses, internet chat, call centers, church planting and other outreach ministries. - September 17, 2009 - Iran Alive Ministries
41 Habitat-NYC Families to Receive Keys to New Affordable, Eco-Friendly Homes in Ocean Hill-Brownsville, Brooklyn as Historic Habitat-NYC Complex is Completed
41 low-income New York City families to receive keys to their new affordable homes in a joyful celebration in Ocean Hill-Brownsville, Brooklyn. - September 16, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity - New York City
Pittsboro Animal Refuge Adoption Event to Offer ‘World’s Best’ Pizza
Come enjoy a world-famous culinary treat, “La Pizza Di Pulcinella” during a very special animal adoption event on Saturday, October 17 from 1-6 pm. - September 16, 2009 - The Goathouse Refuge
HRPS Appoints Three New Directors to 2009-2010 Board
The Human Resource Planning Society (HRPS) announced the addition of three board members who have begun their term September 1, 2009: · David Miller, Vice President, Global Business Development, Duke Corporate Education · Edie Goldberg, President, E.L. Goldberg &... - September 16, 2009 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)
Yoga-Meditation and Spiritual Lectures on 'The Art of Mind Management' by Swami Mukundananda in Flushing, NY
Rejuvenate your body by Asan-Pranayam, Energize your mind with Subtle-Body Relaxation, Recharge your soul with Roop-Dhyan, Learn ‘The Art of Mind Management’ to reach the Treasure within. Swami Mukundananda, a renowned saint, has also been an IIT & IIM (two of the best engineering & management schools resp.) alumnus. He combines The Spiritual Science and managerial knacks to deliver 'The Spiritual Art of Mind Management'. Learn SBR, Roop Dhyan & more for a true sense of spirituality. - September 16, 2009 - Jagadguru Kripalu Yog
Office Depot Foundation to Host September 18 ‘National Conversation’ on Collaboration Between Non-Profit Organizations and Corporate America
The Office Depot Foundation will host a “National Conversation on Community Renewal” on Friday, September 18, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 11a.m. at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The conversation will explore compelling cases for closer collaboration between civil society... - September 15, 2009 - Kaptivate
100 Churches for Stephen’s Table
Stephen's Table continued its campaign Saturday morning at Wesley Chapel, calling for 100 churches to change the face of justice in Chattanooga. The project is establishing a large network of churches, organizations to systematically reach out to prisoners and assist them in making decisions that improve their incarceration experience and help to reduce failures during the reentry process. - September 15, 2009 - CEi
Free Genealogy Toolbar
Manchester and Lancashire Family History Society (MLFHS), based in the U.K. is pleased to announce the release of its genealogy toolbar which integrates seamlessly with the users browser (IE, Firefox, Safari) to provide instant access to family history sites including online BMD, Archives,... - September 15, 2009 - Manchester and Lancashire Family History Society
Challenger Center Welcomes New Board Members
Astronauts and Aerospace Engineer Join Board of Directors for Three-Year Term. - September 15, 2009 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
MobileCause Acquires iPhone Mobile Giving Technology Company; Mobile Payment System Technology Helps Non-Profits Connect with New Donors
MobileCause has acquired Iugo.me LLC, a technology company serving non-profits that deploys innovative mobile giving solutions for cell phones, smartphones, and other mobile platforms including the iPhone, Blackberry, and Palm Pre. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. - September 14, 2009 - MobileCause
Owners, Breeders and Dogs Against Breed Discrimination to Hold Raffle with International Weight Pull Association in Nine Mile Falls, WA
Owners, Breeders and Dogs Against Breed Discrimination and the International Weight Pull association are both non-profit organizations which promote responsible dog ownership. They are working together to promote the working heritage of all dogs. The IWPA also promotes a program to keep your dog in good physical condition with a constructive outlet for canine competition. - September 14, 2009 - Owners, Breeders and Dogs Against Breed Discrimination