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Christopher Richardson Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Jennifer Terry, president of the Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org) board of advisors, has announced that Chris Richardson, an associate at Kilpatrick Stockton LLP, a full-service international law firm, has been named to the organization’s board of advisors. As a board... - January 25, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Sikhcess™ Unveils New Website to Assist Volunteers with Worldwide Initiative to ‘Feed the Homeless’ in March 2008
Sikhcess™, a community-service organization dedicated to promoting the basic Sikh principles of public service, community, and equality for mankind, today unveiled its redesigned website (www.sikhcess.com) with significantly enhanced interactive content and event-scheduling... - January 25, 2008 - Sikhcess
February 8th Philanthro Productions Fete to Target LA's Young Adults in Partnership with Komen Race for the Cure®
PINK: Party for the Cure is fourth effort from non-profit aiming to develop next generation of philanthropic leaders. - January 25, 2008 - Philanthro Productions Inc.
The Cardiovascular Disease Foundation Hosts Annual 5K Walk for Life® & Free Health Fair
Fifth Annual 5K Walk and Free Community Health Fair to help local residents learn how to prevent and recognize cardiovascular disease and its many risk factors. Fun for all ages. - January 24, 2008 - Cardiovascular Disease Foundation
Haven Holidays Donates 88 Holidays in Memory of Family Holiday Association Co-Founder
Haven Holidays has donated 88 family holidays worth a total of £10,000 to the Family Holiday Association (FHA) in memory of the charity's co-founder. - January 24, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
International Affairs Council Nominated for World Affairs Council of America President’s Award
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) of Raleigh (www.iacnc.org), has announced that the organization has been nominated for the World Affairs Councils of America’s (WACA) 2008 President’s Award for Council Excellence. To be eligible for this... - January 23, 2008 - International Affairs Council
Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield Announce New Programs & Events
The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield announces several upcoming fun programs and events. The 1,000 member strong club provides the area’s youth between the ages of 6-18 with enrichment and recreation programs in a safe environment. - January 23, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
International Vintners' Personal Wine Selections to be Auctioned at Naples Winter Wine Festival
A sampling of auction lots donated by participating vintners for the 2008 Naples Winter Wine Festival. - January 23, 2008 - Naples Winter Wine Festival
Portlanders Are Invited to Sponsor "A Rose in Guadalajara" as an Enduring Gift for Loved Ones This Valentine’s Day
Show support of city partnerships with an enduring gift that unites cultures. - January 19, 2008 - Portland-Guadalajara Sister City Association
The 2007 LogoBee Logo Design Makeover Giveaway is Officially Closed
Another year has come and gone; and along with it another Logo Design Makeover Giveaway. LogoBee, Inc. would like to thank all of the participants from this year and encourage them to try again next year. - January 18, 2008 - LogoBee Logo Design
The Parkland YMCA Family Center Membership Drive Has Begun with the Message "First Class Facility, First Class Director, First Class Programs"
The Parkland YMCA Family Center membership drive ahead of the opening of the new Parkland community facility has begun in earnest. “We are very proud to partner with the City of Parkland in a first class facility, with a first class director and first class programs,” says Sheryl Woods, President and CEO, YMCA Broward County. “The new Center is state-of-the-art, and the quality programs and services provide for the entire family.” - January 17, 2008 - The Parkland YMCA Family Center
The Parkland YMCA Family Center Extends an Invitation to the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, January 26, 2008
The Parkland YMCA Family Center inaugurates Parkland’s newest family attraction with a fun day for the entire family, from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, January 26, 2008. The public is invited to celebrate the official opening of the new Parkland community facility at 10559 Trails End, Parkland, FL, in a celebration designed to display the first class facility and introduce the community to the quality programs and services designed to attract and provide for the families of Parkland. - January 17, 2008 - The Parkland YMCA Family Center
Developing an Even Better Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield: Development Consultant Named
The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield, providing the area’s youth between the ages of 6-18 with enrichment and recreation programs in a safe environment, has recently announced that Thomas A. Gabianelli of Diversified Nonprofit Services (DNS) has been appointed as the club’s Development Consultant. - January 17, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
Child Abuse Prevention Services Receives Grant to Support What’s Up? Girl Talk — a Bully Prevention Program for Adolescent Girls on Long Island
Grant supports local program intended to reduce the incidence of relational and physical aggression, bullying and harassment among 7th grade girls. - January 16, 2008 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
Here Comes the (Doggie) Bride
Proceeds of doggie wedding to benefit Humane Society of the Treasure Coast. - January 16, 2008 - Humane Society of the Treasure Coast
NSCS Member Elected to Board of National Collegiate Honors Council
Hesham Elnegar, an NSCS Member from Northern Arizona University, has been elected to the board of directors of the National Collegiate Honors Council. The Honors Council serves as an association for honors programs around the country and provides them with resources on improving and maintaining... - January 13, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Sikhcess™ Announces Launch of Sikh Community’s Global ‘Feed the Homeless’ Campaign in March 2008
Sikhcess™ to launch worldwide ’Feed the Homeless Campaign’ on March 1, 2008 with volunteers in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. - January 13, 2008 - Sikhcess
South Metro Arts Center Announces 2008-2009 Events and Programs
South Metro Arts Center presents… a symposium: Art, Culture, & the South Metro Economy on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 :: 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the South Metro Denver Realtor Association Activity Center, 7899 South Lincoln Court, Littleton, Colorado 80122. Topics include affect of art and culture on surrounding business, retail, consumer community; facilities development – design & funding; facilities management; lessons learned. $35 fee includes materials, beverages, luncheon. - January 12, 2008 - South Metro Arts Center Inc
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Receives 2008 Maggy Award
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the foundation has received a Maggy Award for Best Charity from Cary Magazine. The Third Annual Maggy Award competition gave the community an opportunity to vote for the “Best Of”... - January 11, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Comedy Night at Venus II to Raise Funds for Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield
Laugh out loud and raise funds for a great cause - the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield - at Comedy Night at the Venus II, 277 Ocean Street in Brant Rock. - January 10, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
World Vision Distributing Aid to More Than 150,000 Displaced Kenyans
Aid workers warn the humanitarian situation is likely to get worse. - January 10, 2008 - World Vision US
The Mali Initiative Launches to Make Change Through Education
The Mali Initiative, a not-for-profit network of committed individuals around the world aspiring to make change through education, launches with the start of 2008. Nelson Mandela said “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world” stressing the fundamental... - January 08, 2008 - Mali Initiative
Dole Presents Friends of Oak Park Schools 4th Annual Fundraiser, Viva Las Vegas January 19, 2008
Dole Food Company is presenting Friends of Oak Park Schools 4th annual fundraiser, “Viva Las Vegas – What’s Spent in Oak Park, Stays in Oak Park”, on January 19th at the North Ranch Country Club. The event will start at 6:00 pm, and feature an evening of casino games, food... - January 07, 2008 - Friends of Oak Park Schools
UVA Student Wins $5000 Study Abroad Scholarship
University of Virginia student wins a $5000 study abroad scholarship from The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, an honor society inviting freshmen and sophomores. - January 06, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
CTC International Directly Responds to Violence in Kenya; Resources Are Needed to Continue Progress
CTC Volunteers Currently on the Ground in Maai Mahiu Distributing Food and Aid to Refugees Displaced by the Violence. - January 06, 2008 - CTC International
Arizona State Student Wins Scholar at Sea Award
Arizona State University student wins a $7,000 scholarship through The National Society of Collegiate Scholars to participate in the Semester at Sea program. - January 06, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
23 NSCS Members Win Fulbright
23 members of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars won Fulbright. - January 05, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
January is National Stalking Awareness Month
"Helping victims of stalking become survivors, and educating the public with our "End This Silent Fear" campaign." - January 04, 2008 - Feel Safe Again, Inc.
Sikhcess™ Announces International Expansion of Sikh Community’s Efforts to Feed the Homeless
Sikhcess™ continues its community service expansion, taking off in four continents: North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. - January 04, 2008 - Sikhcess
Unity EDC's 2008 Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Weekend
Unity’s theme for the 2008 MLK, Jr. Celebration is “Empowerment - Being Great In 2008 – Positively Making History” - January 04, 2008 - Unity Economic Development Corporation
International Affairs Council Announces North Carolina’s 2008 American Marshall Memorial Fellows
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.ianc.org), has announced the North Carolina winners of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF) for 2008 by the German Marshall Fund of the United States. The 2008 American Marshall Memorial Fellows will each spend 23... - January 03, 2008 - International Affairs Council
American Institute of Stress 2007 Awards for Distinction and Innovation
The multibillion dollar market for stress reduction products and services has spawned a plethora of promotional advertisements making deceptive and fraudulent claims that are difficult to distinguish from the few that are legitimate. Consumers are confused. Learn how to separate the wheat from the chaff. - January 01, 2008 - The American Institute Of Stress
Comedy Event with Megan Mooney & Eddie Gossling in Naples, FL on February 5, 2008 to Benefit W.I.N.G.S.
Second Annual Comedy Fundraiser to Benefit Non-Profit "Women In Need of Growth Services" in Naples, FL - December 28, 2007 - Women In Need of Growth Services, Inc.
Victorian Companies in ANZA Technology Network’s Fast Track Program Raise Funds, Secure Strategic US Partnership
VicStart-supported participants continue to reap US mentoring program benefits. - December 22, 2007 - ANZA Technology Network
New Program Offers Money to Prevent Violence
C.H.I.L.L. Program literally buys guns, bullets, and other weapons from people off the streets by having safe C.H.I.L.L. concerts and events, providing donations to communities affected with the epidemic of guns and violence. - December 22, 2007 - Don Alesante Music MGMT (C.H.I.L.L.)
Online Volunteer Shows Quality Video Production Doable via the Internet
It was 2004 when Detroit-based Kibben Miller came across an Internet-based volunteer opportunity that he saw as a perfect fit for both his lifestyle and skill set as a video editor. Although Miller was initially somewhat skeptical of whether or not the Internet could be used as an effective... - December 21, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
The Biggest Potluck in the Nation
Union Station Foundation’s Annual Christmas Dinner-in-the-Park Brings 3,500 meals and holiday cheer to Pasadena's homeless community members. - December 21, 2007 - Union Station Foundation
Compton’s Street Statistics Become High School’s Fight
Compton High School is fighting 50% dropout rates for teen girls through entrepreneur program by EmpowHer Institute and USTA. - December 21, 2007 - EmpowHer Institute
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Awards More Than $7.5 Million in Grants to Improve Region’s Quality of Life
The board of trustees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan recently approved $7.5 million in grants to nonprofit organizations working to improve the quality of life in the seven-county region and beyond. The board approved the grants at its quarterly meeting in December. The... - December 21, 2007 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
SmartVolunteer is Pleased to Announce the Appointment of Mary Roben as Executive Director of SmartVolunteer
SmartVolunteer is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Roben as Executive Director of SmartVolunteer. Ms. Roben comes to SmartVolunteer with over 13 years of management, leadership and strategic analysis experience with HBO and holds an MBA in Business Management from Long Island University. - December 21, 2007 - SmartVolunteer
Marshfield Boys and Girls Club Kids Spread Holiday Cheer with Homemade Cards for Seniors
The Marshfield Boys and Girls Club children have been as busy as Santa’s elves, constructing 100 holiday cards for the area’s seniors. - December 21, 2007 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
Tsunami-Affected Communities Set Course for Long-Term Development
World Vision enters final stages of multi-country response; agency to continue development work in affected communities. More than 11,000 homes constructed at three-year mark - December 20, 2007 - World Vision US
Enable America Hosts Program Mentors for Informational Seminar - 2nd VetConnect Mentor Training Session
On Saturday, December 8, 2007, Enable America held its second VetConnect Mentor Training Session. The meeting focused on Traumatic Brain Injury. Wounded warrior mentors and family members heard from a variety of speakers including experts from Naval Medical Center San Diego and Quality Living, Inc. - December 19, 2007 - Enable America
International Affairs Council Announces 2008 WorldQuest For Business Event
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), has announced that the 2008 WorldQuest for Business competition will be held Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008 at the American Tobacco Campus in Durham. WorldQuest for Business is a global knowledge competition and... - December 19, 2007 - International Affairs Council
Five NSCS Members Win Rhodes Scholarship
Five members of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) have won the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. They will be studying at Oxford University in England. These members are: Adam Levine, Dartmouth College Deep Shah, The University of Georgia Joseph S. O'Shea, Florida ... - December 16, 2007 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Youth Essay Contest Celebrates American Liberty
Youth between 12 and 20 invited to answer what they want for Christmas and why - December 15, 2007 - American Opinion Foundation
Youth Meets Truth Summer Camp Sets 2008 Schedule; Invites Youth to Attend to Learn Basics of America’s Founding Principles
Youth Meets Truth Summer Camps announces its 2008 schedule and invites parents to send their youths aged 12 to 20 to the week-long camp. - December 15, 2007 - American Opinion Foundation
Foundation Provides New Shoes for Needy Children
Barefoot Kids Foundation and Payless ShoeSource Inc. have teamed-up to provide $25. Footwear Shopping Cards for America's Kids in Need. - December 15, 2007 - Barefoot Kids Foundation
Honor Society Students at DePauw Adopt Family
Members of DePauw University’s chapter of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) showed that this truly is the season of giving; they "adopted" a local family in need. The family, which includes a mother and four children, lost its Greencastle home in a fire. The DePauw... - December 13, 2007 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Emory Students Win Honor Society Scholarship
Five Emory students have received scholarships from The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, an honor society inviting freshmen and sophomores. - December 13, 2007 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars