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3rd Annual Team Hydrocephalus Tampa Bay, Florida Receives 224% of Fundraising Goal in Largo Today

Over 100 individuals and families from several Florida cities gathered today for their 3rd Annual TEAM Hydrocephalus Tampa Bay, Florida walk to raise money and awareness for the life-threatening condition. The group consisted of 23 individuals with Hydrocephalus ranging from 1 year old to 83 years... - September 04, 2007 - HUGS of Florida, Inc.

Haunted Voices and Haunted Voices Radio Now 501(c)(3)

HVRN Corporation is now listed as a Non for Profit Corporation! HVRN provides a community service for paranormal awareness and education. HVRN has also added new programing to their radio network, including a new 24 hours 7 days a week music station. Along with HVRN Corporations educational programs you will be sure to find what you are looking for at the HVRN Corporation. - September 03, 2007 - HVRN Corporation

Volunteers of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Maryland Recognized for Their Relief Efforts in Peru

Members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community volunteered with Humanity First USA to provide disaster relief assistance to Peru after the devastating earthquake that killed over 500 and left thousands homeless and injured on August 15, 2007. - September 03, 2007 - Humanity First

Dr. Donald Warne Health Care Heroes Community Outreach Finalist

The Business Journal of Phoenix named Dr. Donald Warne as a Health Care Heroes finalist in the Community Outreach category. - September 02, 2007 - WellCare Foundation

NOLA Will Host Drug Policy Alliance Conference in December Which Expanding VCL Plans to Attend with New Look from LogoBee

The VCL is a non-profit organization that is made up of lawyers who want to reform the current drug policy. They plan on attending the Drug Policy Alliance conference in New Orleans this December. They also plan on expanding into a national organization; their new image from LogoBee was the first step. - August 30, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design

How to Record and Send Voice E-Mail to Your Online Volunteers - an Instructional Video

Voice e-mail is one productivity application that non-profit organizations should be using to communicate with their online volunteers. There are certain situations where text-based e-mail is not as effective or efficient as voice e-mail in conveying a message to your Internet-based... - August 30, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services

Urgent Update On Stop-Watch & Respond, August Vigil

On Sunday, August 26th, the Stop~Watch team experienced mechanical difficulties making the drive to NY from GA. Arrival for the Coney Island Vigil is not expected to be made on time as a result. They are asking that you please continue the campaign from your home and area CAPA Locations between 9pm and 10pm EST. The attempt to light up the shore of Coney Island will be made again on the next vigil date of Sunday September 30, 2007. "Rest in peace August 2007 child abuse fatalities." - August 28, 2007 - STOP~WATCH & Respond

Governors and Children Unite for 2nd Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina

A nationwide commemoration of the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina began in Tennessee August, 13 as Governor Phil Bredesen met with seventh grade student Maddie L. of Nashville and even more states will join in remembrance on the August 29 anniversary. The meeting between students and heads... - August 27, 2007 - RandomKid

Humanity First Initiates Peruvian Earthquake Relief Efforts

A powerful earthquake shook the southern coast of Peru last week for a span of two minutes, leaving hundreds dead and thousands injured. Efforts to aid the victims and destruction wrought by the 8.0 earthquake have begun by Humanity First, USA. With over 500 people dead, over 1000 injured, and an... - August 26, 2007 - Humanity First

Humanity First USA Honors Ambassador of Qatar for $1.17 Million Gift for Hurricane Katrina Victims

His Excellency, Nasser Bin Hammad Al-Khalifa, Ambassador of Qatar, was honored in January this year in New Orleans by Humanity First USA for his assistance in relief to Hurricane Katrina victims. Using his $1.17 million dollar gift to help disaster struck victims, Humanity First was enabled to... - August 26, 2007 - Humanity First

Humanity First Leading Technological Advances in Liberia and Guyana

From addressing the technological and educational needs of Liberia and Guyana to the recognition of Qatar’s valiant relief efforts, Humanity First has had an active year thus far. Beginning early this year in Monrovia, Liberia, Humanity First Liberia (HFL) launched its very first computer... - August 26, 2007 - Humanity First

Nepal 'Volontour' this November for PEPY Cyclists: Volunteers Will be Covering New Ground in Nepal with PEPY’s Fresh Look from LogoBee

PEPY will be having their first 'volontour' outside of Cambodia this November. PEPY cyclisits will be showing off PEPY's new public image in Nepal to support a nation-wide bi-annual writing contest. PEPY received this new image recently because they were selected as one of the winners of LogoBee's annual logo design Makeover Project. - August 23, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design

International Primate Charity Updates Its Image: IPPL Unveils New Logo from LogoBee.com

IPPL is a non-profit organization that strives to protect primates worldwide. Recently it received a new public image as a part of LogoBee's annual Makeover Project. - August 21, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design

STOP~WATCH & Respond! A 2007-2008 National Campaign to Bring Greater Awareness to the War on Child Abuse and Its Fatalities

"Bringing the war on child abuse front and center until America pays attention and makes greater intervention." - August 20, 2007 - STOP~WATCH & Respond

Food, Art & Fundraising to Benefit Children & Adults with Developmental Disabilities

For nearly 30 years, North Carolina’s largest private, not-for-profit provider of residential-based services for developmentally disabled people – RHA Howell -- has operated almost entirely on Medicaid funding. That’s no longer enough. Public funding cannot keep pace with the cost... - August 19, 2007 - RHA Howell Care Centers

Mount Carmel Youth Ranch, the Leading Boot Camp for Troubled Teens, Helps Parents Recognize Warning Signs that Young People May be Engaging in At-Risk Behavior

At-risk Behavior, including failing grades, smoking, drug use, can often be prevented if warning signs are recognized and acted upon - August 16, 2007 - Mount Carmel Youth Ranch

Global Volunteers in Peru: Earthquake Shakes Peru

A strong earthquake hit Peru's coast about 90 miles southeast of Lima yesterday at about 6:40 Central Time. Global Volunteers' team of volunteers were all at their hotel, and were not harmed. Volunteers continue to work with children at the The PPA (Puericultorio Augusto Perez Aranibar). - August 16, 2007 - Global Volunteers

Second Annual Disney Club Convention to be held in Orlando, Florida

National Fantasy Fan Club holding Second annual convention at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Hotel to coincide with Walt Disney World’s anniversary. - August 15, 2007 - National Fantasy Fan Club

The Concert for Camp Hosted by YMCA Camp Timbers

YMCA Camp Timbers will host the 2nd annual Concert for Camp, a benefit concert supporting Camp Timbers programs. The event will include live music all day Saturday, August 25th starting at 12:00pm, outdoor activities like canoing, kayaking, rock climbing, disc golf, horseback riding and much more. Overnight camping accommodations are available and Sunday, August 26th at 12:00pm the 2nd annual Fall Classic 5K & Fun run will be help. More information can be found at www.ConcertForCamp.org. - August 15, 2007 - YMCA Camp Timbers- The Concert for Camp

3rd Annual Hydrocephalus Walkathon Event at Largo Central Park Continues to Grow and Reach Out to More Local Families

Last year in September, over 60 individuals gathered in Largo Central Park wearing bright orange t-shirts as part of Team Hydrocephalus. This event is the annual campaign for a very determined husband and wife who live in Largo and have now become the Tampa Bay Affiliate of the Hydrocephalus... - August 14, 2007 - HUGS of Florida, Inc.

Conservative Party Rwanda Social Action Project Boosts Volunteer Travel

Fresh from volunteering on social action projects in Rwanda with David Cameron and the Conservative Party, trip organisers Different Travel highlight the benefits of short-term volunteering and voluntourism. - August 13, 2007 - Different Travel

Endometriosis Research Center Announces Winner of Nancy Petersen, RN Nursing Scholarship

Award Seeks to Increase Endometriosis Awareness Among Future Healthcare Leaders - August 08, 2007 - Endometriosis Research Center

Me Fine Foundation Hosts Annual Southern Ladies Purse Gala

Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc., has announced that the 2nd Annual Southern Ladies Purse Gala will be held on Sunday, Sept. 16, at 2 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Cary. - August 08, 2007 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.

Michigan’s Most Creative Meeting Space Re-Launches with Open House

The Boardwalk Creative Center, Michigan's Most Creative Meeting Space, is having an open house to celebrate its grand opening in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The event will feature refreshments, a tour of the multi-room facility, and an iPod nano giveaway. The open house will be held at 2803 Boardwalk in Ann Arbor on August 16 and 17 from 11 AM until 4 PM. All meeting planners, event coordinators, and artists are especially encouraged to attend. - August 07, 2007 - Boardwalk Creative Center

StoryofMyLife.com Launches - Be Remembered Forever for $1

Eravita, Inc announces the launch of storyofmylife.com to offer users a place to create a multi-media personal life Story that will be stored forever. A separate 501(c)(3) non-profit called the Story of My Life Foundation has also been established with the mission of keeping the stories maintained... - August 04, 2007 - Eravita, Inc.

Inaugural ‘Survivor Celebration Tour’ Announced

Coast-to-Coast Tour Benefiting Breast Cancer Survivors Backed by Under Armour, Dr. Travis Fox/Beat the Bogey Man, The Golf Nut Society and Xellent Swiss Vodka - August 04, 2007 - Eclipse Sports

ANZA Technology Network Announces FocUS Marketing Workshops for Innovative Australian and New Zealand Companies

US Technology Analyst Chris Shipley and Business Coach Dan Sapp to Prep Companies in Major Australian and New Zealand Cities for US Pitch and Business Development Opportunities - August 03, 2007 - ANZA Technology Network

Online Volunteers Play a Key Role in Success of Special Events

Most not-for-profit organizations still rely (only) on face-to-face volunteers to help plan, organize and execute their special events. However, Canadian-based charitable organization, Macdonald Youth Services (MYS), has demonstrated that Internet-based volunteers can play a key role in the success... - August 02, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services

Local Dentist Contributes to Me Fine Foundation Campaign

Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc., has announced that Dr. Folden Lee, III, an off-shore fishing captain, will participate in the organization’s “Fishing for the Kids” campaign through Still Outnumbered Charters, which serves the Swansboro, Morehead City... - July 29, 2007 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.

Easter Seals Central Texas Receives United Way Grant to Fund Disability Services

UWWC Awards ESCT First-Ever Strategic Impact Grant - July 26, 2007 - Easter Seals Central Texas

“I Am Special” Disability Challenge Fundraiser Kicks Off in Austin

Easter Seals Central Texas and The Robert V. Miller Fund Partner to Raise Money for Adults with Disabilities - July 26, 2007 - Easter Seals Central Texas

Corvette Car Show to Benefit Visually Impaired

San Diego Center for the Blind will receive proceeds from Main Street America, a charity car show presented by the Corvette Owners Club of San Diego on July 29, 2007 at the Embarcadero Park North near Seaport Village. Founded over fifty years ago and one of the oldest active Corvette clubs in the... - July 21, 2007 - San Diego Center for the Blind

Xclaimed Ministries 7-7-7 Event at the Rose Bowl Stadium - An Xtraordinary Success

The Xclaimed Ministries, July 7, 2007 event at the Rose Bowl Stadium was an Xtraordinary success. Over 9000 people enjoyed a day of celebrating Jesus Christ with seven hours of entertainment and worship by seven bands and an evangelistic message by Pastor Paul Karanick. - July 20, 2007 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc

People Care 4 Day Care Launches Fundraising Drive with Rare Sports Footage

People Care 4 Day Care, Inc., has launched its annual fundraising drive with a special offer for supporters: rare sports interviews and videos. "These sports classics cannot be found elsewhere and we are excited to be able to offer them as gifts to those who make donations of $25 (video) or... - July 20, 2007 - People Care 4 Day Care, Inc.

U.S. Troops to Receive Heart Full of Soul

U.S. Troops will receive copies of the Taylor Hicks book titled "Heart Full Of Soul" in Part 3 of the Proud Of Our Troops drive. - July 17, 2007 - Jewelry Sprout

i-to-i Launches Fund Raising Biking Tour Through Cambodia

Get on Your Bike to Give More - July 14, 2007 - i-to-i

The On It Foundation to Provide 1,000 Computers in Miami-Dade, Seeks Corporate Donors

A Starter Grant Award from The Children’s Trust will help the On It Foundation (Opportunities Necessary to Increase Technology) provide up to 1,000 computers to Miami-Dade residents over the next year. The On It Foundation provides free donated computers and computer training to low-income families with students in grades K-12 and was recently awarded a grant from The Children’s Trust for 2007-2008. - July 12, 2007 - The On It Foundation

The National Park Foundation of Bonaire, STINAPA, Unveils a New Website and Communication Tool for the Parks on the Island

STINAPA, the National Park Foundation of Bonaire, has launched a new website. - July 10, 2007 - STINAPA

Free Boob Job Giveaway Winner Announced

Hundreds of women entered the random drawing but Jessica Levine of Miami, FL walked away with a free breast augmentation sponsored my MyFreeImplants.com and New Me Institute. Jenna Jameson presented the winning check to Jessica in front of a packed crowd. The second annual giveaway was the grand finale at this years Erotica-LA convention. - July 09, 2007 - MyFreeImplants.com, LLC

Homeschool Roundup Presents Options for Homeschooling in San Antonio

Homeschool conference at Our Lady of the Lake University on July 28th, 2007. Come and learn about homeschooling in San Antonio. - July 05, 2007 - San Antonio Home Education Resources and Opportunities

Promoter Sends Children's Groups to Taylor Hicks Concert

Concert promoter sends children from Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Girls Inc to Taylor Hicks concert. - July 05, 2007 - Taylor's Angels

Sikhcess™ Delivers More Than 12,000 Food Packages to Vancouver’s Homeless in Six Months

Sikh Community's ‘Feed the Homeless Campaign' shatters all-time record in June 2007 by distributing 3,500 food packages to homeless on a single night. - June 29, 2007 - Sikhcess

Taylor Hicks Fan Charities Send Soldiers to Spartanburg Concert

Taylor's Angels and the Proud Of Our Troops drive have joined forces this summer to support U.S. troops through Taylor Hicks concerts. - June 28, 2007 - Jewelry Sprout

Online Volunteering: A Great Fit for Retired Alberta Woman

It was 2005 and retired Albertan Gail Drinnan couldn't find a local online volunteer opportunity that matched her skills and interests. Now two years later, Drinnan still continues to share her time and talents via the Internet to help Macdonald Youth Services (MYS), a charitable organization located 800 miles away in Winnipeg. A Podcast interview with Macdonald Youth Services' Online Volunteer Gail Drinnan reveals that Online Voluntering is a great fit for this retired Albertan. - June 23, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services

Taking the TEFL Short Course to the Next Level

i-to-i Launches Specialist Certificate in Teaching Planning and Practice - June 22, 2007 - i-to-i

i-to-i Launches Film Course in Cape Town - Lights, Camera, Action

Leading meaningful travel provider i-to-i is offering aspiring Attenboroughs the opportunity to kick start their careers with the launch of a new film course in the vibrant South African city of Cape Town. In a city boasting stunning settings and diverse cultures, this hands-on course offers a... - June 21, 2007 - i-to-i

Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes and Give an Hour Launch Returning Hero Counseling Network to Help Troops & Families with the Psychological & Emotional Effects of War

In a joint effort, Give an Hour and CSAH will offer confidential and complimentary counseling services to veterans and their families provided by licensed mental health professionals - June 20, 2007 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

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