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Dr. Nandi’s Blue Tie Gala Takes Aim at Colon Cancer - a Benefit to Take Place March 14 in Detroit
Dr. Partha Nandi, MD FACP, is a practicing gastroenterologist in the Detroit area, Chief Health Editor of WXYZ, ABC Detroit, and host of The Dr. Nandi Show. His foundation, Dr. Nandi Charities, is committed to providing education, prevention, screening, and treatment of colon cancer, and also supporting the research of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance through active fundraising. - February 25, 2020 - Dr. Nandi Charities
Center for Adoption Support and Education Receives Grant from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield to Expand Regional Tele-mental Health Services
The Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) will now be able to serve more adoptive, kinship and foster families throughout the state of Maryland, the District of Columbia and portions of Northern Virginia through tele-mental health services. Thanks to a grant awarded by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, C.A.S.E. will expand tele-mental health services and remove geographic and financial barriers, allowing more adoptive families access to therapy. - February 25, 2020 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Church Takes Ash Wednesday to the Streets
South-Broadland Presbyterian and Westport Presbyterian are part of a nationwide movement that has clergy and lay people visiting transit stops, street corners, coffee shops, and college campuses to mark the foreheads of interested passers-by with ashes and invite them to repent of past wrongdoing and seek forgiveness and renewal. - February 24, 2020 - South Broadland Presbyterian Church
SAY Soccer Receives Innovate to Grow Grant from U.S. Soccer
SAY Soccer, San Francisco Youth Soccer, Peninsula Soccer Referee Association. SAY Soccer announced today that that it has been awarded a grant from U.S. Soccer under the Innovate to Grow Fund program. SAY Soccer is one of the 27 Federation members to share $2.4 million approved by U.S. - February 24, 2020 - Soccer Association for Youth, USA
Ten Years of Charity and Comedy for Curing Lung Cancer - Tony Woods Headlines Cinderella Cares Comedy for Cure
International comedian Tony Woods will headline the 10th Annual Cinderella Cares Comedy for Cure event on Saturday, April 25, 2020, at the Silver Spring Civic Building to raise funds for lung cancer patients. Produced by actor and comedian Ian Salmon and hosted by Eryca Nolan, this year’s... - February 22, 2020 - Cinderella Cares
South Suburban Missionary Baptist Church of Harvey Illinois Installs Its Newest Senior Pastor, Rev. Dr. Annette Jones and Co-Pastor, Elder Dr. Victoria Eason
This historic installation marks the first woman Senior Pastor of SSMBC in its 50-year old history. The theme "Grace Restored" draws on Jeremiah 30: 13-14 that after a season of mourning comes restoration and celebration. - February 21, 2020 - South Suburban Missionary Baptist Church
Discussion Over Dinner Kicks Off 2020 Season on February 21st
The Discussion Over Dinner conversation series invites the community to attend its first event of the year on Friday, February 21st from 6 to 8 p.m. at State Street Community Church. Discussion Over Dinner: Stories of Survival will feature a delicious meal followed by a panel conversation with La Porte County cancer survivors. - February 21, 2020 - The Pax Center
The Way to Happiness Association to Hold Special Event for World Happiness Day
The Way to Happiness Association is observing World Happiness Day (March 20) with a special event recognizing the work of a local neighborhood. - February 21, 2020 - The Way to Happiness
The Muzeo Awards: Art and Wine Celebration
Muzeo, a hub for creative programming, education and traveling exhibitions, will host The Muzeo Awards: Art and Wine Celebration on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Taking place from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., the event is a time of celebrating community connection, the inspirational power of the arts and so much... - February 20, 2020 - The Muzeo Foundation
Leadership Skills, College and Diabetes Meet in College Station
College Diabetes Network students living with type 1 diabetes will meet in College Station next week to gain leadership skills and make new connections. - February 18, 2020 - The College Diabetes Network
The ART of GIVING Premiere Auction Launch
The ART of GIVING Premiere Auction Launches February 18th 2020 on Charitybuzz - February 17, 2020 - The ART of GIVING
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Troutville, VA
Charlie, a 4-year-old little boy from Troutville, VA, received a very special delivery today of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Charlie’s service dog, Onyx, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Charlie’s parents are looking forward... - February 16, 2020 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Indiana Parkinson Foundation Receives $20K Grant and Hires Program Director
The Indiana Parkinson Foundation (IPF) has received a grant for $20,800 from the Central Indiana Senior Fund. The grant was given to allow IPF to expand its reach to more than 50-75 more individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. With the grant, IPF was able to hire a new Program Director,... - February 16, 2020 - Indiana Parkinson Foundation
Smart Sports Tek Brings the Smart Backstop to Avon Grove Lacrosse
Smart Sports Tek, the manufacturer of the groundbreaking lacrosse training tool the Smart Backstop, will be a premier sponsor of Avon Grove Lacrosse. - February 16, 2020 - Avon Grove Lacrosse
WISE Adult Social Day Services Open House
Visit The Gateway Family YMCA - WISE Center Branch - February 16, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Book Fairies Named Finalist in 8th Annual Long Island Imagine Awards
Long Island-based non-profit, The Book Fairies has been named a finalist for the Rising Star category of the 8th Annual Long Island Imagine Awards. - February 15, 2020 - The Book Fairies
Church of Scientology Nashville Celebrates Interfaith Harmony Week with Special Service
The Church of Scientology Nashville opened its doors to all religious communities for a special service in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week. - February 15, 2020 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Fifth and Most Exciting MAE Season is About to Start
Multicultural Arts Exchange, a premiere presenting arts organization in Northeast Philadelphia, starts its fifth and the most diverse season of cultural events. - February 14, 2020 - Multicultural Arts Exchange
Junior League of the Palm Beaches and Celebrated Artist Susan Cushing Hold “Into the Wild” Art Clinic with the De George Boys & Girls Club
Junior League of the Palm Beaches Inc. (JLPB) and Susan Cushing celebrated artist and Honorary Chair of the JLPB’s upcoming inaugural Into the Wild Gala recently held an art clinic with children from the De George Boys and Girls Club. - February 14, 2020 - Junior League of the Palm Beaches
Small Business Giving Back to the Less Fortunate
Company focuses on growing by giving. - February 14, 2020 - Be One of a Kindness
Epworth Children & Family Services Raises More Than $415,000
Funds were raised at the nonprofits' recent 17th annual wine dinner and auction. - February 14, 2020 - Epworth Children & Family Services
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation Donates $18,000 to Operation Food Search
Nonprofit to use funds for agency's Operation Backpack program. - February 14, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Shop for a Cause at Dress for Success Tampa Bay’s Excess Inventory Sale
Want to shop for designer clothes without breaking the bank and help other women with every purchase? At Dress for Success Tampa Bay’s Excess Inventory Sale, you can. The semi-annual sale takes place from Friday, February 28, to Saturday, February 29, and offers high-end clothes at discount... - February 14, 2020 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
The Gateway Family YMCA Summer Camp Open House
Join The Gateway Family YMCA and Prepare for Summer - February 13, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The O’Connor House Board of Directors is Excited to Announce Michelle Corrao as Executive Director
Michelle Corrao accepted the position of Executive Director of The O’Connor House, effective January 6, 2020. Michelle previously served as the Assistant Director at Prevail, a victim awareness and support program in Noblesville, where she worked in victim services for the last 18 years. At... - February 12, 2020 - The O'Oconnor House
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic Now Offers Vasectomy Services
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic expands its reproductive health care services to now include vasectomy services. - February 09, 2020 - Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic
Keep Irving Beautiful Hosts Volunteer Opportunity at Emerge 2020 Conference Volunteers from Religious Conference Management Association Craft No-Sew Blankets
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) hosted a volunteer opportunity during the Religious Conference Management Association (RCMA) Feb. 4 at the Irving Convention Center, 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd. During the RCMA Emerge 2020 conference, KIB partnered with the Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau to assist... - February 09, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Custer Institute, Inc. Announces the Appointment of New Executive Director
Custer Institute, Inc., in Southold, NY, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia A. Cichanowicz as its new Executive Director. This position is possible with funds provided by the generous support of Charles and Helen Reichert. Custer Institute, Inc. is a nonprofit (501c3) organization... - February 06, 2020 - Custer Institute, Inc.
WEBO Network Announces February and March 2020 Events for Women
Three events each month offer masterminding, professional development, and networking opportunities for women entrepreneurs and business owners. - February 06, 2020 - Women Entrepreneurs and Business Owners’ (WEBO) Network
Rapid Growth of Women Entrepreneurs Organization Shows Strong Desire for Professional Development Resources Among Smaller Companies
Co-Founded in September 2016 in Broomfield, CO, Women Entrepreneurs and Business Owners (WEBO) Network LLC has quickly grown to more than 70 members and an online community of 1,000. The organization offers professional development, education, mentorship, and relationship-building opportunities for... - February 06, 2020 - Women Entrepreneurs and Business Owners’ (WEBO) Network
Florida Justice Center Wins Pitch Competition
Newly formed non-profit awarded top prize by judges in competition hosted by Broward College and CareerSource Broward. - February 06, 2020 - Florida Justice Center
The Safe Center LI Receives $78K Grant from the Long Island Real Estate Group for Expansion
The Safe Center LI, one of Nassau County's leading agencies serving victims of domestic violence, child abuse, rape, sexual assault and human trafficking, announced that it has received a charitable grant of $78,000 from the Long Island Real Estate Group (LIREG). The Safe Center LI is one of five... - February 06, 2020 - The Safe Center LI
Montessori International Wednesday Tours
Prospective parents are invited to see Montessori International in Action by registering for a Wednesday Morning Tour. - February 06, 2020 - Montessori International Children's House
Operation Food Search Receives $100,000 Grant
Dana Brown Charitable Trust supports nonprofit's Fresh Rx program. - February 05, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Church of Scientology Nashville to Host World Interfaith Harmony Service
The Church of Scientology Nashville is opening its doors to all religious communities for a special service in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week. - February 05, 2020 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
"We R Soccer" Inaugural Soccer Tournament to Benefit Turning Points
"We R Soccer," the inaugural soccer tournament benefiting Turning Points, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 7:30am-6pm at the Manatee County Fairgrounds. At Turning Points, the vision is to live in a community where everyone has an opportunity to have a home. Turning Points... - February 03, 2020 - Turning Points
The Book Fairies Announces New Appointment to Board of Directors
The Book Fairies, Long Island-based 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to eradicating illiteracy, today is pleased to announce the appointment of Joanna Austin to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Ms. Austin is a highly talented leader with more than two decades of integrated marketing... - February 02, 2020 - The Book Fairies
Rettsyndrome.org to Host 13th Annual Strollathon
Non-profit organization to raise money for research treatments. - February 02, 2020 - Rett Syndrome Foundation
The ART of GIVING World Premiere
The ART of GIVING officially launches to amplify awareness for the causes championed by the world's most iconic Artists. - February 01, 2020 - The ART of GIVING
Keep Irving Beautiful Visits Heritage Senior Center
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) staff discussed recycling and public cleaning Jan. 24 at the Heritage Senior Center, 200 S. Jefferson St. KIB staff gave guests recycling gifts to use at home that included reusable shopping bags, blue recycling bags, recycled books, jar grippers made from recycled... - February 01, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Operation Food Search Marks 40-Year Anniversary with Dierbergs Markets
Dierbergs donates an overall total of more than $50 million worth of product to the St. Louis nonprofit. - January 31, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Free Senior Wellness Event at The Gateway Family YMCA
YMCA Announces Senior Open House During February - January 29, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
NJCTS is Accepting Applications for the Tim Howard Leadership Academy
Applications are currently being accepted for the annual NJCTS Tim Howard Leadership Academy, an intensive four-day program promoting self-empowerment, self-leadership, and resilience for teens living with Tourette Syndrome. The participants, ranging in age from 15 to 17, will train and house at... - January 29, 2020 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
After a Recent School Shooting, Community Brought Together for a Life-Saving Discussion on "Active Shooter Awareness and Preparedness"
iDare nonprofit brings community together for a life-saving discussion on "Active Shooter Awareness and Preparedness.” - January 28, 2020 - iDARE® Inc
Houston's World-Renowned Gospel Choir Hosts Star-Studded 50th Anniversary Celebration
International Legendary Artists, Houston's Southeast Inspirational Choir (SEIC), to Celebrate 50 Years Of Music and Ministry Along with a Host of Gospel Music’s Biggest Stars - January 27, 2020 - Southeast Inspirational Choir
Operation Food Search Launches New Cooking Program
Operation CHEF six-week course introduced in 30 schools. - January 26, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Parker Symphony Celebrates Women Composers
Parker Arts and the Parker Symphony Orchestra will honor women composers with a concert of their symphonic works. “Works by Women Composers” features music written by women as early as the middle ages all the way to the twentieth century. - January 25, 2020 - Parker Symphony Orchestra
The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation Funds 6 New Research Grants in 2020
The Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation (PCRF) is proud to award 6 new grants with a total of 18 grants in 2020. These new grants are comprised of three Basic Science, one Translational and three Emerging Research grants totaling $675,000. With these new additions, PCRF will fund over $2.2 million... - January 25, 2020 - Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
Marine Tech Educator Event Announced
Marine service businesses continue to struggle to fill many open jobs and the focus is on how the industry can recruit the next generation. The Educator Training Conference aims to give high school and post-secondary instructors all the tools needed to implement standards-based curriculum into their programs. - January 24, 2020 - ABYC
RVE.SOL Accelerates Solar Minigrid Scaleup Plans After Signing Deals with Acumen and Vulcan Inc.
The patented KUDURA multi-utility approach from RVE.SOL is a unique opportunity to shift the African decentralized energy market and impact rural development in ways that simple energy access cannot. - January 23, 2020 - RVE.SOL