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People Care 4 Day Care, Inc. to Help N. California Kids
People Care 4 Day Care, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing and enriching the day care experience for children, has been launched by longtime Alameda resident Ralph Zig Tyko. Working with established local day care centers, the organization plans to fund tutorial programs, buy... - June 08, 2007 - People Care 4 Day Care, Inc.
How to Productively Manage Your E-mail: An Instructional Video
By its very nature, managing an online volunteer program involves an extensive amount of e-mail communication. Thus, failing to manage your e-mail in an efficient and effective way can result in an extensive waste of time and lost productivity. Fortunately many e-mail applications (such as the free... - June 07, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
Different Travel Calls for an Ethical "Code of Practice" for UK Volunteering Companies
With Volunteers Week encouraging people to take up volunteering, voluntourism company Different Travel has called for ‘Code of Practice’ to regulate the ‘voluntourism sector’, prevent abuse of volunteers, and ensure that the projects bring genuine benefit to the developing world. - June 07, 2007 - Different Travel
Asha for Education NYC/NJ Announces 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk
The 4th Annual Asha for Education NYC/NJ Run/Walk is set to take-off on June 30 at Riverside Park in New York City. Each year, participants young and old run or walk a 5 kilometer (3.1 miles) route and raise money through pledged donations. Over 250 runners took part in last year's 5K Run/Walk and... - June 07, 2007 - Asha for Education NYC/NJ
Katie Couric to Emcee First-Ever American Institute For Stuttering Gala Aboard Cunard’s Queen Mary 2
On Sunday, June 10, Cunard Line will welcome the American Institute for Stuttering for a first-ever gala luncheon to raise funds for the study and treatment of stuttering. The gala luncheon will be emceed by CBS News anchor Katie Couric and co-chaired by Sir Harold Evans, James Manley (CEO of Atlantic Pacific Capital), and Tina Brown. The Institute will award its first annual Freeing Voices, Changing Lives Leadership Award to Carly Simon, Dominick Dunne, Kenyon Martin and Jake Steinfeld. - June 05, 2007 - American Insitute of Stuttering
Volunteers’ Week 2007 Top Tips for Planning a Volunteer Trip Overseas
Meaningful Travel provider i-to-i reveals its top tips for planning a volunteer trip overseas. - June 02, 2007 - i-to-i
Immigration Reform Punishes Legal High-Skilled Immigrants, Says Immigration Voice
The 2007 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill, being touted as a “Grand Bargain”, ostensibly claims to reward merit. However, high-skilled workers who would supposedly benefit from the bill dispute such characterizations. After analyzing the fine-print of the Bill, the Core group... - May 31, 2007 - Immigration Voice
Friends of Oak Park Schools Pledges $100,000 to Benefit Oak Park Schools
Friends of Oak Park Schools has announced that it will be presenting a check for $100,000 to the Oak Park Unified School District for the benefit of the children within the Oak Park Schools, at their June 12th Board Meeting. "On the heels of our $60,000 donation last year, which contributed... - May 31, 2007 - Friends of Oak Park Schools
ANZA Technology Network’s Fast Track to the US Program Proves to be "Fast Track" to Cash
Two Melbourne tech companies close funding rounds in record time. - May 30, 2007 - ANZA Technology Network
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Names Jennifer D. Terry President Of Board Of Advisors
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc., has announced that Jennifer D. Terry, senior vice president of Paragon Commercial Bank, has been named president of the board of advisors for the organization. As president, Terry will oversee the board’s efforts to provide... - May 29, 2007 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
American Troops Are Remembered with Gifts of Music
US troops are remembered this Memorial Day weekend. - May 27, 2007 - Jewelry Sprout
NYIRN Kicks Off 10th Anniversary with a New Logo Design
Updated logo product of LogoBee’s non-profit makeover contest - May 26, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design
Amnesty? Not in America
That is the cry being carried on the lips of thousands of Americans heading to Washington and State Capitals. - May 22, 2007 - Let Freedom Ring America
Comforting Children in Crisis through the Hugs of Teddy Bears
The South West Florida Chapter of Hugs Across America distributes it’s first ever batch of teddy bears to the Naples Fire Department. Each chapter is responsible to its local area with "teddies at the ready" responding to circumstances of personal tragedy, as well as natural or... - May 20, 2007 - Hugs Across America - South West Florida Chapter
CACEP Adds an Internet Website to Spread the Word of their Mission
In response to the devastating effects that natural disasters, political unrest and daily extreme poverty has on Central American families and children, CACEP was born to help. - May 20, 2007 - Central American Children's Education Projects
Online Tool Released to Facilitate Utility Exchange of Solar Experiences and Lessons Learned
The Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) announces that it has released an online Utility Peer Match tool. The tool is available at no cost to all investor owned, municipal, and rural electric cooperative utilities interested in solar electric power. Utility Peer Match is a unique service that connects utility employees with “solar savvy” peers that have years of experience in implementing solar programs and working on utility solar issues. - May 18, 2007 - Solar Electric Power Association
Hydrocephalus Regional Expansion Group Holds First Official Meeting in Largo as Group Leader Becomes an American Citizen
The Tampa Bay Affiliate of the Hydrocephalus Association held its first official meeting under its new name on Sunday, April 14th, 2007. Twenty-two family members and individuals with Hydrocephalus gathered at the home of group leader, Paula Keyser to celebrate the new affiliation with the... - May 15, 2007 - HUGS of Florida, Inc.
Will One Million American’s Stand Up for Their Country?
Will one-million American’s take a stand for their country? That is the question put to the test by one non-profit group this June. - May 14, 2007 - Let Freedom Ring America
American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure Cycling Event
The premiere cycling event of the American Diabetes Association, the Tour de Cure helps to raise monies to continue research, education and advocacy of the organization. The American Diabetes Association challenges cyclists to take the ride of their life. - May 13, 2007 - American Diabetes Association, Tour de Cure
Asha for Education to Explore the Impact of Education on an Individual, Society and a Nation
Over the past few years, India's educated population has given the nation a competitive edge in a global economy. The country has come to be known for its deep pool of highly-skilled, knowledge workers. Today, higher education is one of the largest service-sector activities in India. This has... - May 12, 2007 - Asha for Education NYC/NJ
The 6th Annual Carying Place Benefit Auction Announce Silver Level Sponsors
The 6th Annual Carying Place Annual Benefit Auction, scheduled for Friday, May 11, 2007, at the Matthews House in Cary, has announced silver level sponsors. - May 12, 2007 - The Carying Place
Webby Awards Honor World Vision’s Interactive AIDS Experience
Online visitors journey with African child affected by AIDS - May 09, 2007 - World Vision US
The 6th Annual Carying Place Benefit Auction Announces Gold Level Sponsors
The 6th Annual Carying Place Annual Benefit Auction, scheduled for Friday, May 11, 2007, at the Matthews House in Cary, has announced the following gold level sponsors: Sajjan & Asha Agarwal, Dr. & Mrs. Mike Anthony, Ralph & Daphne Ashworth, Atlantic Tire & Service, Tyler &... - May 09, 2007 - The Carying Place
Left Hook Lacy Foundation helps “Give a Child a Fighting Chance” with Contribution
The Queen of Hearts Foundation for Disabled Children, Inc recently received a donation of $3,000 from the “Left Hook Lacy Foundation.” These proceeds will go to help the Queen of Hearts foundation provide necessary therapy and equipment for its disabled children. “I always knew... - May 07, 2007 - Queen of Hearts Foundation for Disabled Children, Inc.
The 6th Annual Carying Place Benefit Auction Announces Presenting and Platinum Sponsors
Time Warner Cable, Penn Compression Moulding, Inc. and Quality Staffing Specialists to sponsor local charitable event - May 04, 2007 - The Carying Place
NFL Star Roger Staubach Donates Proceeds from “Cash America Quarterback Bowl” to Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Game will raise money and awareness for the organization while its national spokesmen play in side-by-side NFL greats in the charity game - May 04, 2007 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Does Job Satisfaction Encourage Online Volunteering?
Middle East-Based Software Developer Contributes Online to a Canadian Charity 6,000 Miles Away - May 04, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
On Your Mark, Get Set, Run
27th Annual Buckley's - Kennedy's 5K Charity Run to benefit HeartShare Human Services of New York - May 02, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Mount Carmel Youth Ranch, Leading Wilderness Program Provider, Offers Parents 5 Tips to Dealing with a Troubled Teen
Mount Carmel Youth Ranch Helps Parents Communicate with and Structure Daily Life for Troubled Teens - April 27, 2007 - Mount Carmel Youth Ranch
Governors and Kids Unite for Gulf
Contest unifies governors & students in rebuilding gulf. - April 27, 2007 - RandomKid
Alabama Statewide Talent Show Competition Auditions
Get ready for a dynamic show stopping talent event featuring some of the best singers in Alabama statewide competing for cash and prizes. - April 27, 2007 - Valley Arts and Entertainment, Inc.
Senate to Consider S 311 This Week, Humane Groups are Hopeful for its Successful Passage
Humane groups are hopeful for Senate Bill 311 as the bill moves through Committee. - April 26, 2007 - American Horse Defense Fund
Website Re-Design Helps Ensure Nobel Pauling Biotech Symposium
Pauling Biotech Symposium gets ready with a new logo and web design from LogoBee.com - April 26, 2007 - LogoBee Logo Design
Global Institute of Energy Medicine Brings the Emotional Freedom Technique, (EFT) to the San Francisco Bay Area Communities
EFT often works when nothing else has. - April 25, 2007 - Global Institute of Energy Medicine
Needs of Children Must Stay at Forefront as World Addresses Iraqi Refugee Crisis
World Vision launches new report at United Nations conference; continues response in Jordan - April 23, 2007 - World Vision US
Ballet Tech Cincinnati Plays Ball in the Negro Leagues in Made in America at Aronoff Center May 4-5, 2007
ballet tech cincinnati presents Made in America at the Aronoff Center at 8PM on May 4-5, 2007 and 2PM on May 5, 2007. A Leaping for Literacy production, it includes inspiring stories of three courageous American youth based on the "Dear America," "American Girl," and "My Name is America" book series. - April 22, 2007 - arts innovation movement: aim cincinnati
Multicultural Women’s Council, Inc. Challenges Nation to Bridge the Divide, Public Outcry Signals Need to Find Common Ground
Coach Stringer and the Rutgers Women’s Basketball Team are indeed champions, and calling them anything less is unacceptable. The Rutgers Women’s basketball team is multicultural. Yet, the public outcry focused on the African American women. Once again, we as a nation appear... - April 21, 2007 - Multicultural Women's Council
The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Funds Autism Services at HeartShare
HeartShare Human Services of New York is proud to announce it has been granted $11,175 from The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation to support its school-holiday program for adolescents with autism. HeartShare’s School Holiday Program offers enjoyable recreational outings to 15 teens, with... - April 14, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
First-ever Tri-State Rail Conference (CT/MA/RI)
Coordinated by the National Corridors Initiative, Inc. A Regional One-Day Summit on Transportation Needs for the southern New England States - April 11, 2007 - National Corridors Initiative, Inc.
Gala Raises $700,000 for HeartShare
Annual Gala raises money for HeartShare Human Services of New York's new autism school and other programs - April 11, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
ANZA Technology Network Fast Track to the US Program Completes Second Intake Round
Forty Victorian-based technology and biotechnology companies presented for slots in ANZA Technology Network’s Fast Track to the US program in Melbourne last month, and now ANZA CEO Viki Forrest and her team of US market experts have the difficult task of awarding just 15 of the companies with... - March 31, 2007 - ANZA Technology Network
Beyond Expectations to Host Teen Workshops for National Financial Literacy Month
April is National Financial Literacy Month. Beyond Expectations (BE) has announced that it will host free workshops for teens geared to help them make informed financial decisions as they transition into adulthood. - March 31, 2007 - Beyond Expectations, Inc.
NJCTH President Testifies at Budget Hearing
Richard Goldstein, MD, testified on Monday at the budget hearing, in order to discuss GME and the current/future state of NJ's teaching hospitals, with regard to the newly proposed budget. - March 30, 2007 - New Jersey Council of Teaching Hospitals
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Launches “Dollar A Day” Campaign
Lisa Valentino, director of development for Me Fine Foundation, Inc., has announced that the organization will launch a “Dollar A Day” campaign to provide necessary resources and financial assistance to parents and caregivers with children being treated at Duke Children’s Hospital... - March 29, 2007 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Infosys Founder S. Gopalakrishnan and Award-winning Journalist P. Sainath to Speak at Asha for Education NYC/NJ's Dinner Gala
Indian business icon and Infosys co-founder S. Gopalakrishnan will be the guest of honor at "An Evening of Hope" a dinner gala hosted by the NYC/NJ chapter of Asha for Education on May 19, 2007 at the Waldorf-Astoria. Award-winning development journalist P. Sainath will be the special... - March 29, 2007 - Asha for Education NYC/NJ
Historic Ellis Island Ferry Building to Be First South Side Building Open to Public in Over 50 Years
Historic re-opening of South Side building on Ellis Island. - March 28, 2007 - Save Ellis Island
How to Easily Build Your Resume: Volunteer Online
Lauren Kennedy had just graduated with a Degree in Fine Arts. She knew that undertaking real-world graphic design projects would serve to build her portfolio and enhance her resume. Although unfamiliar with online volunteering, Kennedy then living in Toronto, leaped at the opportunity to help a... - March 28, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
Border Security Law Enforcement Whistleblower Initiative Launched
Federal law enforcement advocacy group provides Whistleblower database. - March 28, 2007 - Friends of the Border Patrol
ballet tech cincinnati's Gala of International Ballet Stars August 11, 2007
Save the Date: ballet tech cincinnati presents the 6th Annual Gala of International Ballet Stars Cincinnati’s Aronoff Center August 11, 2007. - March 27, 2007 - arts innovation movement: aim cincinnati
NJ Teens Find Unique Ways of Raising $10,000 for Cancer Research
Captained by a 16 year old girl who has already received 4 National Awards for community service in her short life, this NJ Relay for Life teen team has become Flagship team with a fund raising goal of $10,000 to benefit the American Cancer Society. The teens have come up with creative fund raising ideas to reach their lofty goal. - March 25, 2007 - Kasey's Crew East