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"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
‘Peace in Our Lifetime’ Unites Musicians for a ‘Global United Party for Peace’ in London to Celebrate the Annual Global Ceasefire on ‘World Peace Day’ (21st September)
Talented international musicians will be performing at a 'Global United Party For Peace' in London on 21st September to promote and celebrate 'Peace Day' and the global ceasefire which takes place on this day. - September 14, 2009 - Peace In Our Lifetime
Broadway's Best and Broward College's Brightest - Brian Stokes Mitchell Set to Perform at Second Annual Lyceum Awards
Brian Stokes Mitchell, Broadway's Tony award winning leading man, will perform at Broward College Foundation's Second Annual Lyceum Awards on October 3, 2009. - September 13, 2009 - The Marketing Department, Inc.
Award-Winning Companies to Open Their Facilities for ISPE Innovation Event in Germany
ISPE is hosting a pioneering European event to showcase award-winning pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities at its Facility of the Year Innovation Showcase 2009 being held 2-3 November in Ulm, Germany. - September 13, 2009 - ISPE
Community Excellence Awards Given to Manufacturers
Community Workforce Solutions, Inc. honors Community Excellence Award winners Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions and Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company. - September 13, 2009 - Community Workforce Solutions, Inc.
Kansas CASA Association Launches Website for Agency and Local Programs
The Kansas CASA Association, an organization dedicated to helping abused and neglected children in the state (CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate) now has a newly designed, comprehensive website. Found at kansascasa.org, the site is designed to profile the state association, while... - September 13, 2009 - Kansas CASA Association
NAFA Takes Bold Steps to Improve Annual Institute & Expo
The year 2009 was a difficult year for annual conventions and NAFA was no exception. In order to prevent any sort of downward trend, NAFA has come up with several new ideas to rework its Institute & Expo to make it better than ever. - September 13, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Family Renew Community of Volusia County Florida Marks Its 20th Anniversary
Family Renew of Volusia County Florida, a nonprofit agency, is celebrating 20 years of helping homeless families with children find stability and homes in the Daytona Beach/Volusia County Florida area. - September 13, 2009 - Family Renew Community Of Volusia County Florida
The Homeland Security Foundation of America Participates in First Official 9/11 Day of Service
Americans remember and serve in honor of heroes and victims of 9/11 - September 12, 2009 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Wake County SmartStart Collaborates with Food Bank of Eastern and Central North Carolina
Ever mindful of the challenging economic situation and in keeping with its core value of community collaboration, on September 25, Wake County SmartStart will participate in a community service project at the Food Bank of Eastern and Central North Carolina. Wake County SmartStart employees will... - September 12, 2009 - Wake County SmartStart
"Paws 4 Hope" Will Benefit The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura’s Cancer Support Programs
Join the 2009 Paws 4 Hope walk to support those affected by cancer, October 4 at 11:00 a.m. at Berniece Bennett Park in Westlake Village. Donations raised by walk participants and their beloved canines will support the local cancer support programs of The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura. Registration is required. Register online at www.TwcVv.org. For more information call (805) 379-4777. - September 12, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Operation Life Transformed's "Three Step Transformation" Receives 2009 Newman's Own Award
Fisher House Foundation Inc., Newman's Own Inc., and Military Times Media Group Supports Life Improvements for Military Families. - September 11, 2009 - Operation Life Transformed
Drive Safely Work Week Kits Provides Tips for Year-Round Safety
NAFA Fleet Management Association has once again teamed up with the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety to promote "Drive Safely Work Week." - September 11, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Recession Doesn’t Dampen Corporations’ Desire to Give Back; International Non-Profit Reports Increased Donations Despite Economy
Despite the recession, there is some good news on the economic front - a Maine-based international non profit reports increased donations from its Corporate Sponsors over the last several years. Here's how, and why, some companies choose to give back at a time when most other companies are cutting back. - September 11, 2009 - Sustainable Harvest International
NSCS Announces Fall Scholar at Sea Scholarship Recipient
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) has awarded the Fall 2009 Scholar at Sea Scholarship to Andrew Dilla. The $7,000 scholarship will partially cover his participation in the Semester at Sea program, which allows students to visit nearly a dozen countries while studying on a... - September 11, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
CED’s September STREAK Seminar to Feature Research Triangle Park-Based Bioptigen
Joan Siefert Rose, president of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced the next installment of its popular STREAK program, to be held Thursday,... - September 10, 2009 - CED
World Vision Sounds Alarm as Kenya Faces Drought, Hunger Crisis
Nearly 4 million people lack food; aid organization only able to reach 400,000 with current funding "The situation is only going to get worse this month," relief director warns World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families and their... - September 10, 2009 - World Vision US
Mild Mannered Banker by Day—Superhero This Sunday: Tri-Athlete Supports Children’s Charity
Young professionals turning to the internet to support charities while competing in sporting events. Financial analyst to compete in Mighty Hamptons triathlon to raise support for Chai Lifeline. - September 08, 2009 - Chai Lifeline
Survivors in Action Support Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Survivors in Action, A non-profit advocacy group, in helping to promote Domestic Violence Awareness Month, has advocates available for interview to discuss the staggering statistics on domestic violence as well as new initiatives and legislative reform. - September 07, 2009 - Survivors in Action
Swami Mukundananda Visits Florida for Yoga-Meditation Sessions and Multiple Series of Lectures on Yoga, Spirituality and Devotion
Celebrate Your Human birth with Yoga, Meditation and Spirituality with Swami Mukundananda, as he elucidates some of the esoteric Yoga-Meditation Techniques with elucidating Lectures on Yoga- its Philosophy, Spirituality, Devotion & Path to Happiness. Learn yoga techniques such as Subtle Body Relaxation, Creative-Meditation (Rup Dhyan), Di-Vibe Asanas-Pranayam, and listen to Discourses to recharge yourself & Nurture your soul. - September 07, 2009 - Jagadguru Kripalu Yog
West Java Earthquake Destruction Worse Than Earlier Thought, Aid Group Warns
While the current death toll is relatively small compared to the Jogjakarta quake of 2006 (when 6,000 people died), this quake’s physical damages were almost as bad. The Jogjakarta quake only hit two districts, but the West Java disaster has devastated Tasikmalaya, Garut, Banjar, Bandung,... - September 06, 2009 - World Vision US
Reduce Your Community's Risk from Wildfires: a New Publication Offered by Quality Parks Improves the Way We Respond to Fire Disasters
Sunrise Fire is a new kind of science & fiction; that which takes place on our planet, and is based on conservation biology and speculative chaos theory. A transformative story, you will be better prepared for all emergency situations. - September 06, 2009 - Quality Parks
You Are Cordially Invited to Raise a Glass to Seamless Garment Ministry’s Upcoming Fundraiser "A Toast to Life"
Local Program for Homeless Expectant Mothers Prepares to Host Its First Annual Celebration of Life and Silent Auction on September 19th. - September 06, 2009 - Seamless Garment Ministry
National Development Institute Announces Launch of Website to Aid Major Gifts Fundraising for Nonprofits
As nonprofit organizations experience the challenge of fundraising in the current economic climate, the National Development Institute encourages and equips fundraisers through the launch of a new website. - September 06, 2009 - National Development Institute
Internal Audit Certification for Telecom Revenues Introduced
GRAPA Certifies Bachelors of Internal Audit for Telecom Revenues (CB-IATR) - September 06, 2009 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
World Suicide Prevention Day Events Show Global and Local Activity
A wide range of groups from around the world have been submitting their planned activities for World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, to the International Association for Suicide Prevention and they show creativity and purpose. - September 06, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Camping Labor Day Weekend? Mosquitoes May Invade More Than Your Tent as Leading Wi-Fi Provider Partners with End Malaria Campaign
As campers flock to the outdoors this Labor Day weekend, they may be surprised when mosquitoes show up on their computer screen as well as outside their tent. Vacationers in 775 campgrounds across 48 states will see a 30-second video prior to accessing the Internet, featuring a buzzing noise,... - September 05, 2009 - World Vision US
NAFA's Sunshine State Chapter and FLAGFA Team Up for Fall Conference
NAFA and FLAGFA will team up for the third time to present a conference for fleet managers in Daytona Beach, Florida September 16-18, 2009. - September 05, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Help from Home Launches Two New Features to Encourage People to Volunteer in Their Pyjamas
Help From Home announces its new 'Do Good' cards and 'Volunteer Challenge' features to encourage people to volunteer their time from their own home. - September 05, 2009 - Help From Home
Edmund Benson, Co-Founder of ARISE, Celebrates His 80th Birthday by Contributing Over 100 Life Management Skills Curricula to the International Nonprofit Community
Benson understands firsthand the hardships faced by high school dropouts and at-risk youth, because he took that difficult path himself. He hopes to reach out to the other nonprofits by offering life skills curricula for translation free of charge. - September 04, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
International Association Uses Social Networking to Increase Suicide Prevention Awareness
The International Association for Suicide Prevention is using Facebook and Twitter to increase awareness about World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, and suicide prevention generally. - September 04, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)