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Calling All Women in Leadership: Are You Ready to Lead?
Second annual women leadership conference in Detroit: "A Time of Transition" - July 18, 2009 - Mother Adell Dickinson
Pakistan- Rights of the Displaced Key Concern as Return Gains Momentum
As the return of some 2 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Pakistan’s northwest gains momentum, World Vision is underscoring both the right of the displaced to return voluntarily and the need for sustained security and safety in areas of return. World Vision is particularly... - July 18, 2009 - World Vision US
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan to Launch Online "Community Foundation Challenge — Arts and Culture"
Event to Support Arts and Cultural Organizations Begins on Aug. 18 at 10 a.m. - July 18, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
NAFA Raises the Bar for Fleet Management
In the first six months of 2009, NAFA Fleet Management Association has made great strides in elevating the status of fleet managers. - July 18, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Every Wednesday is TS Day in Pequannock Township
Teen inspires Mayor Jorgensen to declare weekly commemoration in honor of the Tourette Syndrome community. - July 18, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Developmental Disabilities Association Awards Starbucks Canada with Jobs West Employer of the Year Award
Star Employees with Down Syndrome at Starbucks - Starbucks Canada wins Jobs West Employer of the Year Award 2009/2009 - July 18, 2009 - Developmental Disabilities Association
Beckstrand Cancer Foundation Logo Selected for LogoLounge Master Library Series
Butterfly Icon Created by Robert Nienhuis Designed to Inspire Hope and Represent Help. - July 17, 2009 - Beckstrand Cancer Foundation
Lucky B's to Tee It Up for Spare Some of Autism
Carolina Hurricanes' Bates Battaglia and Mike Lombardo Head up a Golf Fundraiser - July 17, 2009 - Spare Some for Autism
IIMSAM Attains New Height with Dr. Sulaiman Al Fahim's Generosity
With the help of Ambassador Al Fahim’s generous contribution, IIMSAM has initiated few other welfare programmes for the poor and children affected with malnutrition. During IIMSAM’s official trip to Kenya the mentioned programme, Camp Maradona, was launched at Kogelo located near Kenya- Uganda boarder. - July 17, 2009 - IIMSAM
Teen Helps Peers Manage Life with Tourette Syndrome
NJCTS Teen Spokesman Shares Strategies at Family Camp Weekend. - July 16, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Pain Management Expert Margo McCaffery Will Present Free Workshop at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura is offering a free pain management workshop for people with cancer and their families. Finding Your Comfort Zone: What Every Cancer Patient Should Know About Managing Pain with Margo McCaffery, RN, MS, FAAN will take place on Thursday, July 30, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361. - July 16, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Classic Bowie Track Set to Raise Awareness of Local Helensburgh ‘Heroes’ as Scots Community Bids for Chart Success
A Scottish community is readying itself to release a version of the classic David Bowie track 'Heroes', on 1st August 2009, which is the end product of six months hard work by over 100 local volunteer singers and musicians. - July 16, 2009 - Helensburgh Heroes
Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership Announces Employment Extension with CEO Jim Dible
The Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership today announced that it has agreed to extend Jim Dible's employment as President and Chief Executive Officer to Dec. 31, 2010, with a one-year extension option for 2011. “The board is very pleased with Jim’s many accomplishments since... - July 15, 2009 - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Launches New Web Site
Media Center, Latest Happenings section are among new features. - July 15, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
The Bonita Trust Donates £100,000.00 to Childline/NSPCC
The Bonita Trust is an independent philanthropic trust based in Gibraltar and was founded in 2004. Since 2008, Bonita has extended its programmes internationally and now works with charities in India, Afghanistan, the UK and Israel. - July 15, 2009 - The Bonita Trust
Communities In Schools Of North Carolina Hosts Summer Training Institute 2009
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), a nonprofit that helps youths stay in school, has announced that the organization will host the Summer Training Institute 2009: Engaging The Brain For Student Success on Thursday, August 13 from... - July 15, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
GRAPA Announces New Certification Criteria for 2010
Due to the success of its Master of Revenue Assurance certification program, The Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association’s (GRAPA) is looking to offer companion certifications to meet demand from its members. In line with that, GRAPA is submitting a set of proposals for approval by... - July 15, 2009 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
Yoga, Meditation & Discourses on 'The Science of Soul, Path to Self Realization & the God-Realization' by Swami Mukundananda in Plano, TX, Between 19-26 July, 2009
Rejuvenate Body, Mind & Soul with simplified Yoga-Meditation techniques, synthesizing ancient yoga systems such as Ashtang yog, Dhyan yoga, Samkhya yoga etc. Learn from Swami Mukundananda, the yoga techniques such as Subtle Body Relaxation, Creative-Meditation (Rup Dhyan), Di-Vibe Asanas-Pranayam, don’t miss the Enlightening Discourses to recharge yourself and Nurture your soul. - July 14, 2009 - Jagadguru Kripalu Yog
US Soccer Hall of Fame Nominee Thomas Dooley Joins South Coast Bayern
South Coast Bayern Futbol Club, the premier international youth soccer organization in Orange County California, today announced the appointment of two-time World Cup player and former U.S. National Soccer team captain Thomas Dooley to the new position of Player Development Program Manager. Mr. - July 14, 2009 - South Coast Bayern
Tournament Players Club at Wakefield Plantation Selected for 2010 Tarheel Junior Golf Tour Event
The Tarheel Junior Golf Tour will return from it holiday break to open 2010 at Tournament Players' Club at Wakefield Plantation in Raleigh, NC. The TPC Wakefield Plantation is a Hale Irwin designed golf course that hosts the annual Rex Hospital Open on the Nationwide Tour and is owned and operated... - July 14, 2009 - Tarheel Golf Foundation
Hibachi 3 on 3 Basketball Tour Set to Launch in Tucson, AZ
You don't have to live in Tucson your whole life to know that Tucson is a basketball town. The Hibachi 3 on 3 Basketball Tour was no exception. The Gilbert Arenas-inspired tour company from Boise, Idaho is set to kick off its first, major 3 on 3 basketball event August 7-8, 2009 at the Park Place... - July 14, 2009 - Hibachi Events, LLC
EmpowHer Institute Announces Executive Appointments
Betty LaMarr, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of EmpowHer Institute announced the appointments of Claudia Johnson and Dr. Reri MacLean to the positions of President and Board Secretary, respectively. - July 13, 2009 - EmpowHer Institute
Yoga, Meditation & Discourses on 'The Science of the Soul, Path to Self Realization & God-Realization' by Swami Mukundananda near Chicago, IL between 11-17 July, 2009
Learn from Swami Mukundananda, composite Yog through synthesis of various ancient yoga systems such as Ashtanga Yoga, Dhyan Yoga, Samkhya Yoga and more. Through simplified yogic exercises such as Subtle Body Relaxation (SBR), Creative-Meditation (Rup Dhyan), Di-Vibe Asanas and Pranayam, complemented by Enlightening Discourses from Swami Mukundananda, rejuvenate your Body, your Mind, and Soul. He is to visit Lemont, IL, July 11-17, 2009. - July 13, 2009 - Jagadguru Kripalu Yog
Strength of One Indiana Company Grants Three Magical Wishes
When DEFENDER Direct CEO Dave Lindsey, decided to reach out to the community with the help of his employees, he never thought the power of a wish could inspire his employees to raise a whopping $9,000 in just three weeks. With another $9,000 matching funds, DEFENDER Direct will enable the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Indiana Region, to grant three wishes of children battling life-threatening medical conditions. - July 13, 2009 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
China Flooding Update from World Vision
"Seasonal floods often have hidden effects on children. We must not grow accustomed to the fact that floods force children to evacuate their homes, affect school attendance, and erode family income," said World Vision’s regional vice president Watt Santatiwat. "In southern... - July 12, 2009 - World Vision US
Obama’s Food Security Pledge at G8 a Laudable Step; Now Must Meet Goals, Aid Agency Says
As President Obama heads to Ghana for his first official African visit as a head of state, international Christian humanitarian agency World Vision urges the U.S. and other governments to follow through on food security pledges made at this week’s G8 summit in Italy and African assistance... - July 12, 2009 - World Vision US
The Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Appoints Tim Crockett to the Board
Tim Crockett, Executive Director, AKE Group, joins HSFA's Board of Directors - July 11, 2009 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Make a Grand Entrance - Rappel 33 Stories from the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Kids Included Together goes ‘over the edge’ for a spectacular charity event benefiting San Diego youth. - July 11, 2009 - Kids Included Together
GHCA Announces New Chairman
Only the most accomplished business professionals are considered for the position of Chairman of the Board. While this esteemed position comes with a lot of prestige, it is one of the most important roles in both for-profit and not-for-profit business. So, when Magnolia Manor President & CEO... - July 11, 2009 - Magnolia Manor Retirement Communities
IRS Grants Animal Rescue Organization 501(c)(3) Status
CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm, an animal rescue organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and reintroduction of in-need animals, today announced it has been granted 501(c)(3) tax exempt status by the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The IRS has classified CJ Acres Animal... - July 11, 2009 - CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm
2500+ Members Registered with the Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association (GRAPA)
Formed in 2007, and with only 300 members at the end of its first year, the Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association (GRAPA) recently celebrated the registration of its 2500th member. The event further solidifies GRAPA’s position as the leading standards body and professional... - July 11, 2009 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
Coming Soon to a Pew Near You
Ancient Music Meets 21st Century Technology - July 10, 2009 - Hi-Fi Hymn Book
Mosaic Harmony Enters Verizon’s 2009 How Sweet the Sound Competition
Mosaic Harmony, an interfaith, multicultural community choir based in Northern Virginia, recently entered the Verizon sponsored “How Sweet the Sound” contest this past June. The choir, who wrapped their 2008-2009 season on June 28 has never entered a contest of this type and is... - July 10, 2009 - Mosaic Harmony
Mosaic Harmony Celebrates 16th Season and Names 2009-2010 Advisory Board
The choir elected its 2009-2010 Advisory Board members this past April and outgoing Advisory Board President Roxane Hughes, who has been with the choir for 8 seasons, was thrilled to make the announcement of the incoming board members, whose terms began officially on July 1. - July 10, 2009 - Mosaic Harmony
Habitat for Humanity Re-Store in Venice, Florida Hosts Customer Appreciation Day
Giving back to their customers on July 18, 2009 with a fun day of shopping specials, food and entertainment. - July 10, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity Re-Store
Make-A-Wish Foundation® Announces Formation of Evansville Regional Advisory Council
The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Indiana Region, announced the formation of the Evansville Regional Advisory Council. The Evansville Regional Advisory Council was formed by a committed group of dedicated volunteers to advance the mission of the Make-A-Wish... - July 09, 2009 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
Hoops for Hope Tourney to Benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana, Central Ohio Region
Planning is well underway for the 7th Annual Hoops for Hope 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, H4H Street Vault - Pole Vault Competition and H4H Corn Hole Tournament on July 18 to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. All Shepherds Lutheran Church located at 6580 Columbus Pike (Rte 23) in Lewis... - July 09, 2009 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
Everybody is on the Run for Janie
With just a hammer and a 1979-penny (the owner’s birth year), Pennyroyal Silver was built on a foundation of creativity and artistic merit. Pennyroyal Silver is known for their limited edition sterling silver pieces, but can also create custom designs upon request, ranging from song lyrics and significant dates to personal drawings and family crests. Janie is the newest piece in the collection. - July 09, 2009 - Pennyroyal Studio
Delta Force Paintball Purchase 007 Casino Royale Scud Missile for Their Paintballers
Delta Force Paintball recently purchased a scud missile from the latest set of 007 Casino Royale for their paintballer's. Find out why and the reaction so far. - July 09, 2009 - Delta Force Paintball
Randy Couture Fights Nogueira and Autism
Randy "The Natural" Couture will host "Natural Understanding," a V.I.P. event and raffle to benefit the Autism Society of Oregon. - July 09, 2009 - Athlete2Model
Chelsea Community Foundation Awards $25,000 to the Chelsea District Library for Oral History Project
Two-Year Grant to Support Project Documenting History of the Chelsea Community - July 09, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
NAFA Launches 2009 Membership Drive
NAFA Fleet Management Association thrives on the support of its membership. From now through November 30, 2009, the 2009 Membership Drive will seek to bring more fleet managers into the fold to make the Association even stronger. - July 09, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Six California Police Departments Open Doors for Sikh American Cops
Today, the Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF)—the oldest Sikh American civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States—announced that, over the past several weeks, six California police departments have confirmed their commitment to equal employment... - July 08, 2009 - Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund
12-Year Old Halima Bleu (aka Nickayla Tucker) Inspires Crowd at Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, Wilmington, DE 2009
Halima Bleu (aka NicKayla Tucker) is an inspiration to all as she belts out the Jazz Standards at the 2009 Clifford Brown Jazz Festival. - July 08, 2009 - Inspiration for Excellence
Make-a-Wish Foundation® Earns 2009 Best of Indianapolis Award
The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Indiana Region, has been selected for the 2009 Best of Indianapolis Award in the Non-Profit Organizations category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes... - July 08, 2009 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
Food, Wine, & Wishes Planned for July 24; Event to Relieve Backlog of 170 Pending Wishes
The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Kentucky Region is holding its annual Wish Ball 2009: Food, Wine and Wishes: The Roaring Twenties. Hosted by 102.3 The Max personalities George Lindsey, Aaron Miller and Lynda Lambert, the taste-of event will include music, dancing and décor reminiscent of the twenties. - July 08, 2009 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
Dozens of "Princesses" Raise $1,000 for Make-A-Wish Foundation®
Westfield Southpark Mall hosted a princess makeover party on June 26 to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Northeast Ohio Region. For a $10 donation, each “princess” received a magical tiara, fabulous maribou boa and dazzling hair... - July 08, 2009 - Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
New Business - Profits Go to Food Bank
A graphic designer here in Omaha has just launched a new side business: http://AnniesDoodlebugz.com. It is an online store featuring art work created by Ann Troe. Profits from the store will be donated to the OmahaFoodBank.org. Ann is very excited about the opportunity to apply philanthropic... - July 08, 2009 - Annies Doodlebugz
Marketing Magician, Stefan Drew, to Open SW Regional Office: The Property Hunt is on
The marketing consultant the BBC introduce as The Marketing Magician is seeking a new regional office in the south west of England. - July 08, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
North Carolina Junior Golf Tour Announces November Event at Duke University Golf Club
The Tarheel Golf Foundation has announced that its leading North Carolina Junior Golf Program, the Tarheel Junior Golf Tour will play at Duke University's Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club in Durham, NC on November 21-22, 2009. The event is open to junior golfers from North Carolina, players from... - July 07, 2009 - Tarheel Golf Foundation