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Global Wheelchair Production Experts Join Free Wheelchair Mission
Retired executives from Invacare Europe bring decades of experience in wheelchair production to the US-based nonprofit wheelchair manufacturer. - August 22, 2019 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Doing Good Works, a Promotional Merchandising Company with the Mission to Change Outcomes for Foster Youth, Makes the INC. 5000 List
Doing Good Works had it's inaugural ranking on the INC. 5000 list of Most Successful Companies in America. Marked by 195% growth in a three-year period, the founders credit its innovative social impact model for disrupting the 24.7 billion-dollar promotional merchandising business. With continued growth, they are looking to expand their line of businesses and Mission Ambassador Program across college campuses. - August 22, 2019 - DOING GOOD WORKS
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces Healthy Weight and Your Child
Registration is ongoing for the upcoming Fall Session of programs. - August 22, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Duke Energy Empowers Enable America to Support North Carolina Veterans Find Jobs with a $67,425 Grant
Grant to support VetConnect Energy Industry Job Seeker Workshops for Transitioning Military in North Carolina. Enable America will conduct workshops providing job search instruction and energy industry employment opportunities at Ft. Bragg Warrior Transition Battalion, Fayetteville NC and Camp Lejeune Wounded Warrior Battalion East, Jacksonville NC. - August 22, 2019 - Enable America
State Funeral for World War II Vets Names Co-Chairs for Texas Campaign
Susana Rabel, David Valaer to lead efforts in generating public support for final salute to veterans of the Greatest Generation. - August 21, 2019 - State Funeral for WWII Vets
Seizure Response Dog Delivered by SDWR to a Very Lucky Man in West Haven, CT
Kyle has received a very special delivery of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Kyle's service dog, Steil will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Kyle has struggled with the symptoms of his epilepsy diagnosis for over ten years. Losing consciousness... - August 21, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Lilly Pulitzer (Las Olas) Invites Fans of the Iconic Resort Wear Line and the Oceans to Shop For A Cause in Support of the 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project
Lilly Pulitzer (Las Olas) to provide Sips and Sweets during a special shopping event with 10% of all proceeds going to the 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project. - August 21, 2019 - 1000 Mermaids Project
APFED Invites Scientific Community to Apply for Research Grant Funding
Community Donations to APFED Will Fund New Research of Eosinophil-associated Diseases - August 15, 2019 - APFED
SAIL LAST Wins First Place Overall at Block Island Race Week 2019 with Non-Sailors, Youth and Elderly Aboard 42 Foot Racing Yacht Africa
Sailors, non-sailors, youth and elderly come together to win a major New England regatta. SAIL LAST needs your help expanding the sport of sailing. - August 15, 2019 - SAIL LAST INC
Operation Food Search Adds New Team Members
St. Louis non-profit organization continues to expand its community reach. - August 14, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Network to End Hunger Releases Update to Hunger Gap Map for Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties
Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH) releases update to its Hunger Gap Map, which provides an interactive picture of the emergency food supply and demand by zip code in a three-county area – Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. This free tool is located on the TBNEH website and is... - August 14, 2019 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Keep Irving Beautiful Presents Annual Awards Local Community Members, Groups Honored in Ten Categories
Keep Irving Beautiful’s (KIB) annual Mayor and KIB Awards event was held Aug. 5 in the First Baptist Church of Irving’s Fellowship Hall. The 124 guests were greeted and signed-in by volunteers Sandy Franco, Chuck Kirk, Elouise McMillian and Chandler Ude, while listening to the harp... - August 10, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to a Young Boy in Philadelphia, PA
Travis, an 8-year-old boy from Philadelphia, PA, received a very special delivery today of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Travis’ service dog, Heddy will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Travis’ parents are looking forward to... - August 09, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Chicago Block Party, the Party with a Cause
The Genesis Dream Center, Children’s Literacy Project, and Chicago YMCA are proud to host the Chicago Block Party on Saturday and Sunday, August 31st and September 1st, from 11 am – 5 pm in University Village on W. 15th Street between South Racine Avenue and South Ashland Avenue. This... - August 08, 2019 - Chicago Block Party
TD Charitable Foundation Awards Grant to Integrate Blind Individuals Into Their Community
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. of Palm Springs, Florida, has announced that it is the recipient of a $7,500 grant from TD Bank through the TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank America’s Most Convenient Bank. The TD Charitable Foundation has awarded more... - August 08, 2019 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
Dribble for the Cure Returns to St. John's University on Saturday, September 21, 2019
Dribble for the Cure at St. John's University to be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019. - August 08, 2019 - Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
Epworth Children & Family Services Welcomes New President and CEO
Dr. Michael Panicola brings extensive healthcare and non-profit experience to St. Louis agency. - August 07, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
Network to End Hunger Launches New Program to Divert Food Surplus from Waste Stream
Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger (TBNEH) launches “Creating a Regenerative Community Food System” program to help divert food surplus from the waste stream in Pinellas County, in partnership with Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg. The program was developed to inspire community... - August 07, 2019 - Tampa Bay Network to End Hunger
Student Leaders to Attend AADE19 Meeting with the College Diabetes Network
The College Diabetes Network has selected seven students from its NextGen Leadership Program to attend the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) Conference. The American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) Annual Meeting and Conference in Houston, Texas, from August 9-12, 2019, is... - August 05, 2019 - The College Diabetes Network
Operation Food Search Receives $70,000 Grant from MAZON to Fund Anti-Hunger Initiatives
St. Louis non-profit organization accepted into strategic grants program. - August 04, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Young Girl in Corona, CA
10 year old Emily is the lucky recipient of an Autism Service Dog named Janey. Emily’s parents are looking forward to Janey becoming their daughter’s friend and angel. They are most looking forward to Emily and her new service dog playing together as well as alerting them if Emily... - August 02, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Bank of America Donates $30,000 to Operation Food Search
St. Louis non-profit agency to use grant for summer meals program. - July 31, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Inspirational TV Personality Victoria Arlen Delivers Message of Hope as Free Wheelchair Mission Raises $1.8 Million at Miracle of Mobility Gala
Guests use VR Glasses to be Transported to Guatemalan Village. - July 30, 2019 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Rancho Santa Margarita CA
7 year old Chase, along with her parents, has been dealing with her diabetes diagnosis for close to two years. Chase is a very active typical 7-year old, who enjoys playing softball and gymnastics. It is important to her parents that Chase’s service dog can help Chase with feeling more... - July 30, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
River Tree Arts Presents “100 X 100 Annual Fundraiser”
Save the date for the River Tree Arts 6th Annual 100 x 100 Fundraiser. This festive event showcases 100 works of art by local artists. Enjoy light refreshments; meet many of the participating artists and support the arts by purchasing a new piece of art for your very own collection. - July 30, 2019 - River Tree Arts
D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation Announces 2019 Social Good Scholarship Fund Recipients
Each year, the D’Andre D. Lampkin Foundation awards three scholarships to high school students who are leaders in their community. Students are tasked with illustrating how they plan to use their chosen field of study to promote social good. Unlike most scholarships, selection criteria was... - July 29, 2019 - D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation
Regional Maryland Children’s Nonprofit Celebrates a Decade of Service
Equipment Connections for Children has donated over 2,000 pieces of equipment over the past 10 years to over 1,500 children living with disabilities and has saved their families an estimated $2.5M in equipment costs. - July 28, 2019 - Equipment Connections for Children
Registration Begins August 15th for The Gateway Family YMCA’s 7th Grade Initiative
The Gateway Family YMCA Supports 7th Grade Students - July 27, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Roselle Savings Bank Supports The Gateway Family YMCA
Annual Campaign Donation Presented to The Gateway Family YMCA - July 27, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Plasticos Enhances Board of Directors with Four Prominent New Business Leaders
Plasticos has strengthened its board of directors by adding four prominent business leaders. - July 27, 2019 - Mission Plasticos
Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Has Awarded a Community Grant to Combat Female Veterans Families United for "Help Us Help Her Succeed"
Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro has awarded a community grant to Combat Female Veteran Families (CFVF) United for “Help Us Help Her Succeed.” The purpose of this grant is to support two of CFVF United board member’s participation in the Guilford Nonprofit... - July 27, 2019 - Combat Female Veterans Families United
BB&T Partners with Combat Female Veterans Families United’s Deployed Combat Female Project for Women Warriors in Combat Zones Overseas
BB&T supported and funded Combat Female Veteran Families United’s Deployed Combat Female Project in June 2019. CFVF United teamed up with volunteers from BB&T to ship 60 Care packages to female warriors in combat zones, overseas. The supplies were provided by BB&T and this joint... - July 27, 2019 - Combat Female Veterans Families United
Walmart Awards, Combat Female Veterans Families United a $1,000.00 Grant for Their Sheroes2Fitness Program
Combat Female Veteran Families United was selected for a Community Grant of $1,000.00 on July 1st 2019 for the Sheroes2Fitness Program. The grant will be used to fund the new initiative that supports approved Greensboro female veteran’s annual fitness membership. "Empowering our women... - July 27, 2019 - Combat Female Veterans Families United
BB&T Supports & Funds Combat Female Veterans Families United’s Cloth Closet Project for Women Veterans Transitioning Into the Workforce
BB&T supported and funded Combat Female Veteran Families United’s Cloth Closet Project in June 2019. CFVF United teamed up with volunteers from BB&T to provide slightly used business attire for women veterans transitioning into the workforce that reside in Guilford County. Supplies... - July 27, 2019 - Combat Female Veterans Families United
BB&T Supports & Funds Combat Female Veterans Families United’s Emergency Supply Project for Women Veterans in Immediate Need
BB&T supported and funded the launch of Combat Female Veteran Families (CFVF) United’s Emergency Supply Project in June 2019. CFVF United is teamed up with volunteers from BB&T to launch an emergency food and toiletry supply pantry for women veterans who reside in Guilford County. - July 27, 2019 - Combat Female Veterans Families United
Women’s Professional Forum Foundation (WPFF) Awards, Combat Female Veterans Families United a $3,000 Grant for Their Outstanding work in Empowering Combat Female Warrior
Combat Female Veteran Families United was presented with the prestigious grant and recognition on May 8th 2019 by Women’s Professional Forum at the Starmount Country Club for outstanding service to Combat Female Warriors. The grant will be used to spearhead the Combat Female Veterans... - July 27, 2019 - Combat Female Veterans Families United
Nashville Church of Scientology Holds Mandela Day Tribute
Part of an international movement spanning 192 countries, the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville is raising awareness of human rights in commemoration of Mandela Day. - July 27, 2019 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
CANstruction Raises More Than 25,000 Pounds of Food
St. Louis charity competition donates non-perishables to Operation Food Search. - July 26, 2019 - Operation Food Search
Nashville Church of Scientology to Hold Event Commemorating World Humanitarian Day
The World Humanitarian Day open house at the Nashville Church of Scientology will acknowledge volunteers and inspire others to take action, exemplifying the spirit of the day. - July 26, 2019 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Sant Rajinder Singh Ji in New York, July 20 and 21, 2019
Whether it is speaking at the United Nations or being interviewed by the New York Times, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj is no stranger to New York. On June 21 and 22, the spiritual Master was once again in New York to speak in Long Island and in Queens. The opportunity of spending even a brief... - July 26, 2019 - Science of Spirituality
MoniqueJe.com Announces the Release of the Book "Change Your Thinking Change Your Outcome."
MoniqueJe.com is excited to announce the launch of the ebook by Monique Muhammad, "Change Your Thinking Change Your Outcome," a book series that will provide its reader a Guide to Overcoming Adversity in your Thoughts and Finances. The official launch date for the eBook "Change Your Thinking Change Your Outcome" is July 21, 2019. - July 26, 2019 - MoniqueJe.com
Family from Prescott, AZ is Showing Their Way of Paying It Forward Through an SDWR Service Dog Volunteer Experience
The Nelson family knows all about how important service dogs can be for an individual and family. Their son was the recipient of the SDWR diabetic alert dog, Endy in 2018. Endy is providing the comfort and reassurance necessary for the Nelsons and helping their son manage and face the everyday... - July 25, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Nuka Solomon Promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Free Wheelchair Mission
Nuka Solomon has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Free Wheelchair Mission (FWM), a world leader in mobility solutions for people with disabilities in under-resourced nations. Solomon has been Executive Director for the last two years. Solomon’s promotion more clearly defines... - July 24, 2019 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Adoptions From The Heart Hosts Third Annual Zumba®-Thon Event
For three years now, Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) has hosted an annual Zumba®-thon event, which raises money for AFTH’s Expecting and Birth Parent Support Fund. This year, Zumba®-thon takes place from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, August 4, 2019, at the Greater York Center for Dance... - July 24, 2019 - Adoptions From The Heart
College Diabetes Network Members to Attend 2019 Taking Control Of Your Diabetes ONE Conference on Scholarship
The College Diabetes Network (CDN) is excited to announce that 17 of its members were selected to attend the TCOYD ONE Conference and Retreat August 16-18 in San Diego, CA through a scholarship program offered by the San Diego-based nonprofit, Taking Control Of Your Diabetes (TCOYD). The... - July 24, 2019 - The College Diabetes Network
Texas Legislature Calls for President to Provide Last World War II Medal of Honor Recipient with Full State Funeral Honors
This nationwide, bi-partisan initiative was led by the nonprofit State Funeral for World War II Veterans Chairman Lee William (Bill) McNutt and spearheaded by state Representative Rick Miller and state Senator Brian Birdwell. - July 22, 2019 - State Funeral for WWII Vets
Family from Pleasant Plains, IL is Showing Their Way of Paying It Forward Through an SDWR Service Dog Volunteer Experience
The Shown family know all about how important service dogs can be for an individual and family. Mr. Shown was the recipient of SDWR diabetic alert dog, Samson in 2016. Samson is providing the comfort and reassurance necessary for the Showns and helping Mr. Shown manage and face the everyday... - July 21, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Assist Family in Roseville, CA
A very lucky 7-year-old girl from Roseville, CA received a special delivery today of her very own Service Dog from SDWR. - July 21, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Christ Church 516 Student Ministry Volunteers with Keep Irving Beautiful Youth to Paint Structures at Trinity View Park
Students and adult sponsors from Christ Church’s 516 Student Ministry joined Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) at Trinity View Park on July 18 for a volunteer service project. After a safety speech and instructions, the group split into teams and took on the task of painting the concrete bases of... - July 21, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Bark in the Park Third Annual Charity Event
This event is to honor Madi and Tyler who were killed on 06/30/2016 in a homicide by then 16-year-old Marilee Gardner. - July 21, 2019 - Bark in the Park