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Last Chance to Reserve Exhibit Space at NAFA's 2009 Institute & Expo
Time is running out for companies who wish to exhibit at NAFA's 2009 Institute & Expo in New Orleans this April. The expo floor is nearly sold out for the event, which opens one month from today. - March 27, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
From Mexico City to Garden City - Long Island Children's Museum Welcomes Renowned Mexican Puppet Company
Acclaimed Mexican puppet company, Marionetas de la Esquina, presents English and Spanish language performances of "Emilio and the Enchanted Cow" on April 18 and 19 at the Long Island Children's Museum in Garden City, NY. LICM performances are only East Coast appearance of award-winning company. - March 27, 2009 - Long Island Children's Museum
Council For Entrepreneurial Development Announces Venture 2009 Conference Presenting Companies
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 presenting companies for the 26th annual Venture 2009 conference,... - March 27, 2009 - CED
Local Outdoor Enthusiast Turns a Love of Hiking Into Something Great, Sends Foster Kids to Camp.
A local outdoor enthusiast decides to send some foster children to summer camp. Despite the negative effects of the economic downturn on charitable causes, contributions currently exceed expectations by 500% for The Power of Motion, a local man’s campaign to give back to the community. - March 26, 2009 - The Power of Motion
Premiere Oncology Foundation Supports Rep. Wasserman Schultz's New Legislation: Cancer Awareness
The Premiere Oncology Foundation a leading oncology non-profit supports Rep. Wasserman Schultz's cancer awareness legislation focusing on early detection and screening for breast cancer in young adults. Premiere Oncology medical oncologist, Dr. Linnea Chap, a leading breast cancer specialist is immediately available for media comment. - March 26, 2009 - Premiere Oncology Foundation
NAFA's Green Fleet Ride-and-Drive Lets You Drive the Future
One of the most popular events at NAFA's annual Institute & Expo returns to give fleet managers the opportunity to test drive alternative-fueled vehicles for themselves. - March 25, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Certified Barbeque Judging Class to be Held in Norwalk, CT
Kansas City Barbeque Society Certified Judging Class offered in Norwalk, CT. - March 23, 2009 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Global Projects Elects Karolyn Hart as Vice Chair
Detroit NonProfit Elects Windsor Ontario Native to Board of Directors. - March 22, 2009 - Global Projects for Hope, Help and Healing
Activists Return to Darfur Despite Danger
For 10 consecutive days, Stop Genocide Now’s I-ACT program (interactive-activism) will connect you with the faces and lives of Darfur refugees who escaped genocide in their homeland. Watch live videos from the field team, read journal entries and add your comments, take action daily and change the way the world responds to genocide. - March 22, 2009 - Stop Genocide Now
Pets Face Hard Times During Recession: Shelter Seeks ‘Forever’ Homes for Abandoned Animals
Have you ever thought about what happens to the pets of people dealing with foreclosure? Many animal companions in North Carolina and across the country are facing abandonment or worse. The Goathouse Refuge, a no-kill pet sanctuary, is housing and seeking permanent homes for over 150 rescued cats. The number or rescued pets has spiked sharply in recent months during the economic decline. - March 22, 2009 - The Goathouse Refuge
Juvenile Justice Staff in Marianna, FL Learn How to Drop Stress and Negativity "at the Door."
The ARISE CHOICES: Drop It at the Door workshop teaches those that work in high-stress environments how to manage their emotions and lead happier, more fulfilling lives, both at work and at home. - March 22, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy is Keynote Speaker at Child Abuse Prevention Services LI Legislative Breakfast — Keeping Kids Safe from Abuse in Tough Economic Times
History has shown that when the economy is bad, children do not fare well. Almost 16,000 reports of child abuse and neglect were investigated on Long Island in 2008, with Nassau and Suffolk counties reporting an increase of 9% and 8% respectively. In spite of the strong link between the increase in reports of child abuse and neglect and a downturn in the economy, government, schools and the community all play a role in preventing child abuse and protecting children. - March 21, 2009 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
Illinois State University Selects Agilon Business Financials Powered by Agresso
Illinois State University Foundation has selected Agilon's Business Financials solution, powered by Agresso, to replace its legacy mainframe-based system. - March 21, 2009 - Agilon, LLC.
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Field Services Specialist Discusses Youth Gang Phenomenon
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), has announced that Danya Perry, field services specialist with the organization, will discuss the youth gang phenomenon on Monday, March 23 from 2-5 p.m. at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center, located... - March 21, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Announcing the 2009 Campaign for the Dr. William J. Harvey III, Memorial
Prudence Harvey, an artist and one time Philadelphia business owner, is launching the 2009 campaign to raise awareness and funds for the Dr. William J. Harvey III, Memorial (Harvey Memorial). The non-profit group, founded in honor her late husband, is focused on supporting the 109-year-old... - March 20, 2009 - Dr. William J. Harvey, III Memorial
David Spade Joins with Operation Helmet to Help Protect Our Troops
Hats - or helmets - off to David Spade. The Rules of Engagement star teams up with Operation Helmet to provide 3,000 blast- and impact-protecting helmet pads to U.S. combat troops. - March 19, 2009 - Operation Helmet
A Changing of the Guard at NAFA
NAFA Fleet Management Association announces the election results for 2009. - March 19, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
MD of Teamlink Travel Running 7 Marathons to Give a Break to Children Living in Poverty
Mark Gardner, the Managing Director of Teamlink Travel will be running seven marathons in seven days to help give kids living in poverty a much-needed break away with their family. - March 19, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
Honoring an Under-Appreciated Sector: Our US Military
In a culture that loves self expression and communicating what they stand for, we can tell a lot about a person based on what they wear. Walking down a street in Manhattan, you can catch at least one person wearing a Rolling Stones T-Shirt, a sports cap representing their favorite NFL or MLB team... - March 18, 2009 - AFaithfulSoldier
Full Order Book for UK Marketing Magician
Despite the recesion UK Marketing company, Stefan Drew Associates have full order books and are attracting business from 12,000 miles away - March 18, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
Local Goodwill CEO, Tom Feurig, Earns National Recognition
Tom Feurig, President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, has been awarded the coveted P.J. Trevethan Award from Goodwill Industries International. The award was announced at Goodwill Industries International’s Conference of Executives in Santa Fe, NM. The P.J. Trevethan... - March 18, 2009 - Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Congressman Jay Inslee to Participate on Sustainability and Historic Preservation Panel Sponsored by the Trust for Architectural Easements
The third panel – How We Finance Development – will be held on March 23, 2009 from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at the SEIU Conference Center Room 1036/38 in Washington, DC. RSVP for this free event by sending an email to kgraves@islandpress.org or calling 202-232-7933 x20. - March 17, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Re-Launch of Local Organization for Medical Anomalies
The Because I Care Foundation, Inc. is re-organizing to better serve and create awareness for people with Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS) and other similar lymphatic and vascular malformations. - March 15, 2009 - Because I Care Foundation
Annual Gala to Raise Money for HeartShare
HeartShare's Annual Spring Gala and Auction is an exciting evening with celebrities, awards and a silent auction. - March 15, 2009 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
NAFA's Expo Hall is Expanding Every Week
Despite a tough economy, NAFA's Institute & Expo is proving a must event for exhibitors seeking to reach fleet managers. - March 15, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Tourette Syndrome and Other Disabilities in the Workplace: Know Your Rights
Informative webinar on March 18 from New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome - March 15, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Triangle Technology Executives Council Announces New President and 2009 Board
The Triangle Technology Executives Council (TTEC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the economic development of technology companies in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced its new president & CEO as well as the 2009 board of directors. John Crites has been named... - March 15, 2009 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
NAFA Announces Judges for 2nd Annual Green Fleet Awards
NAFA has lined up an impressive array of judges for the association's second annual Green Fleet Awards, which will be awarded on April 27, 2009 in New Orleans. - March 14, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
ULI Forum to Address Sustainability in the Current Economic Crisis
Experts to present sustainable development case studies in the Triangle. - March 14, 2009 - Urban Land Institute - Triangle
International Eye Care Organization Himalayan Cataract Project Earns a Rare Fourth Consecutive 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
The Himalayan Cataract Project works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure in the Himalaya and Sub-Saharan Africa. - March 14, 2009 - Himalayan Cataract Project
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation Brings in World-Renowned DJs Pete Tong and Deadmau5 to Help Support African Cause & Hosts V.I.P. Fundraiser Celebrating Africa & Music
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation (“The EFHF”), a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity has just confirmed that legendary DJ, Pete Tong* and chart-topping electronic music ingénue Deadmau5, will make special appearances at their Invite-Only V.I.P. Charity Event on Friday,... - March 13, 2009 - The Endeavor For Hope Foundation
ARISE to Hold Critical Life Skills Instructor Certification Training in Sanford, FL
ARISE Life Skills Instructors learn how to conduct interactive group discussions and exciting activities with at-risk juvenile offenders, creating a mentoring relationship between juvenile justice staff and the young people in their care. ARISE Foundation will conduct its powerful ARISE two-day... - March 13, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Announces 2009 North Carolina Education Ball Date
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 2009 North Carolina Education Ball on Friday, June 26 from 6-11:30 p.m. at the RBC Center, located at... - March 13, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Lupus Research Institute Advocacy Results in Congressional Funding of New National Lupus Health Education Program
As a result of long term advocacy outreach by the Lupus Research Institute (LRI) National Coalition, today President Obama signed legislation appropriating $1 million in new funding for a national lupus health education program for healthcare providers. The education program will be led by the... - March 12, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
Invisible Children Releases New Film in Preparation for World Event
Invisible Children, a media-based organization dedicated to ending Africa’s longest-running war has released their latest and most controversial film to date, ‘The Rescue of Joseph Kony’s Child Soldiers’, in a radical bid to mobilize the international community to seek... - March 12, 2009 - Invisible Children
Wells Fargo CEO Stumpf to Speak at CED’s Venture 2009
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 keynote speakers for the Venture 2009 conference, scheduled for... - March 12, 2009 - CED
Merrell Outfits AFCA’s Climb Up Kilimanjaro Team with Footwear for the Climb
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS (AFCA, www.helpchildrenwithAIDS.org) announced today that Merrell has signed on to donate footwear to the team of 12 that will climb Mount Kilimanjaro this September to raise money to help support AFCA’s programs that provide anti-retrovirals and... - March 12, 2009 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
HSFA Creating New Jobs, Providing Safety Resources to the Public at No Cost
The Homeland Security Foundation of America publishes its Mission Template and begins to deploy field offices in every congressional district, bringing new jobs, projects, opportunities and free resources to Americans during the worst economic times we've seen in years. - March 11, 2009 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Lankenau Institute for Medical Research Accelerates New Nanotherapy Platform for Treatment of Solid Tumors - Novel Delivery System Enters Preclinical Development Phase
The Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR) and its collaborating institution, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), announced on March 9, 2009, that LIMR has been selected by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) for a research collaboration to perform preclinical studies on novel therapeutic nanoparticles for treatment of solid tumors. The research will be conducted by the NCI’s Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory (NCL). - March 11, 2009 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
Brighthouse Networks to Host Fundraiser to Benefit Children's Miracle Network and Miss America's Outstanding Teen
An evening of waterfront dining and entertainment at the exclusive Bay Club in the WestShore Yacht Club benefiting the Children's Miracle Network and Miss America's Outstanding Teen Organization. - March 11, 2009 - Miss America's Oustanding Teen
Eccentric Club 'Friday the 13th' Dinner in Mayfair
After a few decades of giving it a miss, the Eccentric Club members are gathering on 13th of March at 13 minutes past 7 for their traditional ceremonial “Friday the 13th” Dinner. - March 09, 2009 - The Eccentric Club (UK)
ARISE Foundation to Hold Vital Life Skills Certification Training in Raiford, FL and Washington, D.C.
Life Skills Instructors learn how to conduct lively group discussions and activities with at-risk youth, creating a mentoring relationship between juvenile justice staff and the young people in their care. - March 08, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
EDSPA Announces New Board Members
The Egg Donation and Surrogacy Professional Association is pleased to announce that two new members have been added to its Board of Directors. Mario Caballero, who is the Executive Director of Extraordinary Conceptions, will represent both the surrogacy and egg donation owners by holding the... - March 07, 2009 - EDSPA
Court-Ordered Community Service Can be Pleasant with the ARISE Good Graces Program
Innovative program helps individuals in the public eye teach at-risk inner-city youth vital life skills, such as anger management and self-esteem, while fulfilling their legal obligations. - March 07, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
The Factionist, Social Fashion Company, Launches and Takes on Apathy in Generation Y
The Factionist celebrated its launch on March 1st and is ready to take on the world. The Factionist (www.thefactionist.com) is a startup launched by web entrepreneur Nate Berkopec, and is currently centered around designing and selling T-shirts encouraging social activism. Berkopec (19) is also a... - March 06, 2009 - The Factionist
California Non-Profit Goes Green to Make Green - Launches Recycling Business to Fund Programs for Disabled
Greater Palm Springs-based DesertArc launched its first Recycling Program in November 2008 and is already providing meaningful paid employment for 17 of its clients and is rapidly expanding its program to serve more and more businesses and hire more clients. DesertArc’s mission is to enhance... - March 06, 2009 - DesertArc
South Coast Bayern U10 Girls Take Runner-Up in the CSL/US Club California Cup Finals
SC Bayern G98 Girls Finish Second in San Bernardino, CA Club Soccer Tournament. - March 06, 2009 - South Coast Bayern Futbol Club
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Launches Blog
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), has announced the formal launch of the organization’s blog. The blog will feature news and event details, as well as provide an insight into the culture of the organization. The launch of the... - March 06, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Council For Entrepreneurial Development Announces CED’s Venture 2009 Conference
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 that the CED’s Venture 2009 conference will be held Wednesday,... - March 06, 2009 - CED
Harvard Law School Goes Hip Hop
Harvard Law School ’s Black Law Student Association (BLSA) and The Hip Hop Entertainment Law Project (HHELP) will host a mini-music seminar. The seminar will take place on March 14, 2009 from 11:30am to 1:30pm. It will be held at Harvard Law School in Austin Hall. - March 06, 2009 - The Hip Hop Entertainment Law Project