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Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) to Conduct Hurricane Florence Disaster Relief Drive with V-103 and WAOK 1380 at the Riverside EpiCenter in Austell, Georgia
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) will be conducting a live remote at the Riverside EpiCenter in Austell Georgia to benefit victims of Hurricane Florence in North Carolina. - October 03, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Celebrate 2018 Invisible Disabilities Week October 14-20
Join Invisible Disabilities Association this October 14-20 to “get the word out” as our nation recognizes invisible disabilities week. They will be providing lots of activities and resources through IDA for you to share with families and friends, companies and groups to be involved in this week dedicated to informing others about people living daily with invisible disabilities. - October 03, 2018 - Invisible Disabilities Association
GIS Mapping to Strengthen Initiative to Secure Rights for the Southern Resident Killer Whales
Threatened by pollution and vessel traffic, the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales are down to 74 individuals and need evolved protection so they can continue to exist, thrive and evolve. The solution is Earth Law. - October 03, 2018 - Earth Law Center
Pequannock Skatepark Association Holds Family BBQ & Skate Jam Fundraiser
Pequannock Skatepark Association is holding the First Annual “Boards and BBQ” on Sunday, October 14th from 11am – 3pm. The event will feature a pop-up skatepark for skateboards, scooters, and bikes. Steady Sound System will be DJing records. There will also be face painting and... - October 02, 2018 - Pequannock Skatepark Association
13-Year-Old Boy in Gilroy, CA Receives Custom Trained Diabetic Alert Dog
Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, or "SDWR," delivered a custom trained Diabetic Alert dog today to Tanner, a 13-year-old boy in Gilroy, California. - September 29, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Sends Kids Back to School with Positive Messages
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee participated in the Edgehill Back in School celebration this past weekend by distributing booklets at a neighborhood event. - September 29, 2018 - The Way to Happiness
Shorecrest Students to Host "Civic Saturday" Community Event
On Saturday, September 29, a student-led Civic Saturday event. Civic Saturday is a national series of events meant to evoke community conversations around democracy, citizenship, and civic engagement. The event will run from 11:30am-12:45pm in the Janet Root Theatre at Shorecrest. - September 29, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Thunder Puppy K9 Rehabilitation and Rehoming - Only Remaining Siberian Husky Rescue in Colorado
Husky rescues closing their doors in Colorado, creates space issues for Thunder Puppy. - September 28, 2018 - Thunder Puppy K9 Rehab and Rehoming
Grand Opening of "Hands of Compassion Food Pantry"
The Christian Foundation for Orphans and Abused Children is starting its first program in the community of Georgia. - September 28, 2018 - Christian Foundation for Orphans and Abused Children
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
The Gateway Family YMCA wants families to understand how adopting healthy habits together can help reduce childhood obesity. - September 27, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Houston Astros Pitcher Chris Devenski to Partner with The Center for Hearing and Speech and Via Colori Street Painting Festival
Houston Via Colori® The Street Painting Festival benefiting the Center for Hearing and Speech (CHS) announces today, that Astros’ player Chris Devenski will act as the festival’s celebrity spokesperson. Mr. Devenski will collaborate with the Center for Hearing and Speech for various... - September 27, 2018 - The Center for Hearing and Speech
7 Shorecrest Seniors Recognized by National Merit Program
Shorecrest seniors RJ Ayers, Will Hess and Aidan Samuelson have been named 2019 National Merit Semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, representing less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. Ayers, Hess, and Samuelson are among the 10 students in the City of St. Petersburg to earn the honor. - September 27, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Best Buy Store 205 Employees Volunteer with Keep Irving Beautiful at Irving Fire Department
Employee volunteers from the Best Buy Store number 205, located on Highway 183 in Irving, took time off from their regular jobs to give back to the community in a service project with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB). The group of ten volunteers met the KIB staff at the Irving Fire Department’s... - September 27, 2018 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Kids READ! Announces 5th Annual Books for Treats Event
For the 5th consecutive year, Kids READ! is offering free Books for Treats on Halloween evening, Wednesday, October 31 as sponsored by Matthew Thomas - Keller Williams Real Estate. Children in costume doing Trick or Treating will be able to select a book as their treat at the corner of Roanoke and... - September 26, 2018 - Kids READ!
Persistence is The Key Celebrates Its One Year Anniversary
Houston-based nonprofit celebrates its one year anniversary. - September 26, 2018 - Persistence is The Key
Utah Charity Adopt-a-Bed Now Accepts Online Brand Mattress Returns
Utah mattress buyers who buy brands online now have a place to bring mattress returns within the trial period. Donations to benefit people and organizations in need. Drop off location and pick up services available by appointment. - September 26, 2018 - Adopt a Bed
Be the Difference Foundation Announces Wheel to Survive Houston Event, an Indoor Cycling Fundraiser to Benefit Ovarian Cancer Research
Join the battle and ride in the fight against ovarian cancer at Wheel to Survive Houston presented by Be the Difference Foundation on Sunday, October 21, 2018, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at DEFINE Body and Mind: Tanglewood, 5781 San Felipe St., Houston, TX 77057. Proceeds from the event will... - September 26, 2018 - Be the Difference Foundation
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to 16-Year-Old Boy with Type 1 Diabetes in Prescott, Arizona
A 16-year-old boy named Tyler living in Prescott, Arizona received a very special delivery today of his very own Diabetic Alert Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, also known as SDWR. - September 25, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Be The Difference Foundation Announces Its First Endowment Fund
Be The Difference Foundation is proud to announce its first endowment fund. The fund was made possible through the generosity of Judy Rome and the Jay Horowitz Family. The fund was announced at the Honoring and Remembering Event presented by Be the Difference Foundation on Thursday, September 20, 2018. - September 25, 2018 - Be the Difference Foundation
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Confirms Keynote Speaker and Panelists for the Upcoming Active Shooter Awareness Town Hall Meeting in Des Moines, Iowa
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) confirms keynote speaker Randall C. Thysse, Special Agent in Charge (SAC), FBI Omaha Division, and adds Dutch Giesinger, Executive Director, Safeguard Iowa Partnership and Lt. Keith Romp, Polk County Sheriff’s Office to the panel. - September 24, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
D.C. Youth Rally Around Anti-Violence Peace Ride on National Mall
Hundreds Expected to Attend Peace Ride to Prevent Youth Violence - September 24, 2018 - One Common Unity
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind Expands Support Services; $30,000 Grant from Quantum Foundation to Help Visually Impaired Individuals in Palm Beach County
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. of Palm Springs is expanding support services in Palm Beach County thanks to a recent grant from the Quantum Foundation. The $30,000 contribution will provide the resources needed to offer training and support to those with vision loss in the areas of... - September 23, 2018 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
KOSBE to Host Managing Payroll & Timekeeping Seminar
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host Managing Payroll & Timekeeping seminar on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development... - September 23, 2018 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Beads of Courage Commemorates Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Charitable Organization Promoting Awareness and Raising Funds Throughout September. - September 21, 2018 - Beads of Courage, Inc.
The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates Women’s Health & Fitness Day
Local Organization Part of National Event to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Women - September 21, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Oakland Based Non-Profit Earns Prestigious Young Women Transform Prize
Asante Africa Foundation, based in Oakland, CA, has received the 2018 Young Women Transform Prize, which was made possible through partnerships with USAID, the Volvo Group, and Standard Chartered. Through the prize, USAID and its partners support youth-led or youth-serving organizations in developing countries to create their own solutions to advance the economic empowerment of young women in their communities. - September 21, 2018 - Asante Africa Foundation
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Names Aliya Bhatia VP of Program Services
Experienced Professional Known for Innovative Youth Programs Tapped for Important Role - September 21, 2018 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
Community Rowing of San Diego Reports Mid-Year Growth: Funding and Recognition Widen Access to the Sport of Rowing for Empowered Youth
Community Rowing of San Diego (CRSD), a public benefit organization that empowers youth to reach their potential through the sport of rowing, reports significant mid-year accomplishments with recognition and funding from the San Diego and rowing communities. “Community rowing’s values... - September 20, 2018 - Community Rowing of San Diego
Operation Food Search Names Brianna Kinder as Fellow
Fellowship part of St. Louis non-profit agency's "Campaign to End Childhood Hunger" - September 20, 2018 - Operation Food Search
10th Anniversary Richmond Autism Speaks Walk Will Raise Funds for the Autism Community
The 10th Anniversary Richmond Autism Speaks Walk will raise funds for the autism community on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Innsbrook Pavilion. For more information and to register, visit: AutismSpeaksWalk.org. - September 20, 2018 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Lend a Hand Uganda-USA Hosts Its 4th Annual Poker Tournament to Expand Its School Lunch Program
Lend a Hand Uganda-USA Hosts its 4th Annual Poker Tournament to Expand its School Lunch Program with Celebrity Ambassador and World Series of Poker Player Andy Frankenberger; Proceeds go Towards the Construction of a New Kitchen & Cafeteria in Heritage Junior School in Ggangu. - September 19, 2018 - Lend a Hand Uganda USA
Family Fun & Fitness Day at The Gateway Family
The Gateway Family YMCA Invites the Community to Open House September 29 - September 19, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Protect Loved Ones from Falls
On National Falls Prevention Awareness Day, The Gateway Family YMCA wants residents to learn the risk factors for falls and how to prevent them. - September 18, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Custom Trained Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 6-Year-Old Boy in Edmond, OK
Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers delivered a very special Autism Service Dog to a young boy named Cash in Edmond, Oklahoma. - September 15, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Joanna Lumley Asks All to Donate to "Don't Forget Nepal's Victims" Campaign
Humans Of Our World, the humanitarian foundation set up by media entrepreneur, director and philanthropist, Pritan Ambroase, has launched a campaign: "Don't Forget Nepal's Victims." This campaign is officially supported by actress and philanthropist Joanna Lumley, and she urges people to donate to support survivors of the 2015 earthquake in Nepal. - September 15, 2018 - Humans of Our World
Church of Scientology to Host Fourth Annual Peace Day Event
The Tennessee chapter of United for Human Rights (TNUHR) will have a large inter-religious, multicultural event for International Peace Day. - September 15, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Nashville Church of Scientology Sparks Conversation Around Disaster Recovery
The Nashville Church of Scientology held a Remembrance event in observance of September 11, which led to a conversation around disaster recovery and a day of community service. - September 15, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Hears from Advocate Market Research
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - September 15, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Human Development Center Needs Volunteers & Donors for Tampa Street Revitalization Project Starting September 29th, 2018
Tampa charity needs volunteers & donors for a revitalization project for their Tampa Street Headquarters, plan include interior & exterior renovations and a custom sculpture donated by Rustic Steel Creations. - September 15, 2018 - Human Development Center, Inc.
Operation Food Search's Longtime Executive Director to Retire
Sunny Schaefer played a key role at the St. Louis non-profit hunger relief organization for 22 years. - September 14, 2018 - Operation Food Search
KOSBE to Host Seminar for Aspiring and New Business Owners - Advantages and Challenges of Business Ownership
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office will host So, You Want to Start a Business: Advantages & Challenges of Business Ownership seminar on Thursday, September 27th, 2018 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Kingsport Chamber. The training is co-sponsored... - September 14, 2018 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Rite Aid to Offer Flu Shots at Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Aware Health Town Hall Meeting in Atlanta, GA
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Partners with the Rite Aid Pharmacy on Cumberland Parkway to Offer Flu Shots at HSFA’s Upcoming Aware Health Town Hall Meeting. - September 13, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
MeckEd is Addressing the Opportunity Gap
Charlotte Next, a program of MeckEd, a nonprofit intermediary, is working to close the opportunity gap by providing funding to five Out of School Time providers who will serve 200 Charlotte Mecklenburg middle school students at Albemarie Road Middle School, James Martin Middle School, and Sedgefield Middle School beginning in fall 2018. The schools were selected in collaboration with district leadership and based upon geographic needs, achievement data, and attendance data. - September 13, 2018 - MeckEd
Draftmates, Fundraising Through Fantasy Sports, Launches for iOS and Android
Announcing the launch of DraftMates, a new platform for nonprofit fundraising that is fueled by the friendly competition of fantasy sports. - September 13, 2018 - DraftMates
John P. Mayhugh Foundation Announces Inaugural Hero's Journey Gala: November 15, 2018, in Washington, D.C.
The release announces the launch of a Hero's Journey Gala for the John P. Mayhugh Foundation; whose mission is to reshape the national narrative to a more holistic approach to “brain health.” The Gala supports the JPMF mission to address systemic barriers to recovery and improve outcomes for those suffering from post-traumatic stress (PTS), traumatic brain injury (TBI) and addiction. - September 13, 2018 - John P. Mayhugh Foundation
Love Without Reason SHINE Atlanta Fashion Show; This Event Helps LWR Raise Funds to Help Children with Craniofacial Defects and Bring Awareness About Human Trafficking
The SHINE fashion show is an event that benefits the Chattanooga-based nonprofit, Love Without Reason. Get ready for an exciting night of Fashion, Food and Fun at the SHINE fashion show on Saturday evening, October 6, 2018 at 6PM. The Infinite Energy Center (6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097) will be rocking with the Afro-Indian themed fashion show featuring designers from Atlanta to Africa. - September 12, 2018 - Love Without Reason
Minigrid Pioneer RVE.SOL Inks Deal with Major Infrastructure Partner Egis and Energy Investor G7 to Bring Renewable Electricity to the Kenyan Masses
Latest round of investment signals minigrids ready to scale to electrify and provide clean water for up to 50,000 people in Busia County, Western Kenya. - September 12, 2018 - RVE.SOL
The Gateway Family YMCA’s Safety Around Water Program Helps Elizabeth Kids Have the Best Summer Ever
Free water safety lessons offered during August in Elizabeth, NJ. - September 12, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Welcoming Week at The Gateway Family YMCA
Communities and Organizations Across the US, Including The Gateway Family YMCA Join Welcoming America in Celebrating New Americans During Welcoming Week - September 12, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
International OCD Foundation Announces the Mental Health Advocacy Capital Walk on October 6th to Kick-Off OCD Awareness Week
This year, to kick-off OCD Awareness Week, the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) will invite members of the broader mental health community, including related mental health organizations, to come together at the National Mall in Washington D.C. to advocate and raise awareness at the Mental Health Advocacy Capital Walk. - September 11, 2018 - International OCD Foundation