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Operation Food Search Launches Campaign's Public Phase
St. Louis non-profit organization has already raised 91% of $7 million goal. - February 09, 2017 - Operation Food Search
Midnight Riders to Hold Sixth Annual FIFA Video Game Tournament
Event to be held February 19th, will benefit ThinkTaylor Foundation - February 09, 2017 - Midnight Riders
Rotary Club of Gaylord Cash Mob
The Rotary Club of Gaylord, Michigan supports local businesses in unique fashion. Rotary Club of Gaylord has been busy putting “Service Above Self” this winter. Club members have been out braving the cold to support economic development in what is known as the “Cash Mob.” - February 08, 2017 - Rotary Club of Gaylord
Rx Partnership Changes Its Eligibility Criteria - Increasing the Number of Patients Able to Receive Medications for Chronic Conditions
Rx Partnership, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to accessing free medications for the uninsured, recently announced an increase in the financial eligibility criteria for patients receiving medication from affiliated free clinics from 200% of federal poverty level (FPL) to 250% of FPL. This change... - February 08, 2017 - Rx Partnership
Free Wheelchair Mission Names New Executive Director
Nuka Solomon has been named Executive Director for Free Wheelchair Mission (FWM), a world leader in mobility solutions for people with disabilities in developing countries. She will report to President and Founder, Dr. Don Schoendorfer. Solomon comes to Free Wheelchair Mission from United Way of... - February 07, 2017 - Free Wheelchair Mission
World Vision to Respond to Flooded Villages in Agusan del Sur
Following the massive flooding in some areas of Mindanao, World Vision will be distributing clean water kits that include Procter & Gamble (P&G) water purifier packets, filter cloth and jerry cans and hygiene kits in the next days. “We initially aim to assist 2,500 families in the... - February 07, 2017 - World Vision Development Foundation Inc Philippines
Keep Irving Beautiful and Calvary Church Beautify Heritage Park - “Loving Our City” Volunteers Paint Original Library Building
As part of its Faith Groups Outreach Program, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) teamed with volunteers from Calvary Church for a beautification project at Heritage Park in Downtown Irving on Saturday, January 28. Seven Calvary members, who are part of the “Loving Our City” group, gave 28... - February 05, 2017 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Nashville Church of Scientology Brings People of Faith Together in Unity
The Church of Scientology in Nashville opened its doors to all religious communities for a special service in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week. - February 04, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Reaching the Summit for Mental Health and Wellness 2017 – The Second Annual Fundraising Campaign
The Second Annual Reaching the Summit for Mental Health and Wellness, an initiative aimed at raising awareness and funds for veterans and their families suffering for the devastating consequences of depression, PTSD and other forms of mental illness. - February 03, 2017 - PPCLI Foundation
Human Trafficking Awareness Events Promote Education, Empowerment
The Renee Jones Empowerment Center (RJEC) - a Cleveland-based non-profit organization offering support services to victims of sex trafficking - will present at two awareness events this week. - February 02, 2017 - Renee Jones Empowerment Center
2 Weeks Before Valentine’s Day - Free Wheelchair Mission Asks You to Share Love
Humanitarian, faith-based nonprofit launches 2 Weeks of Love Challenge on Facebook. - February 01, 2017 - Free Wheelchair Mission
February is New Home Kits for Foster Care Kids Month – Will You Get Involved?
“Children often leave their current foster care homes with little to no possessions of their own,” said Oliver Roy, founder and Executive Director, The Linner Foundation. “This adds a significant level of stress to an already highly uncertain situation for these young children. We can all help ease some of their fears by providing them with a simple gift of toiletries and grooming items that solely belong to them as they transition to a new home.” - February 01, 2017 - Get Involved Company
Support Dogs Announces Capital Campaign Efforts
Organization fundraises for new headquarters while celebrating its 30th anniversary - February 01, 2017 - Support Dogs
Keep America Beautiful Recognizes Keep Irving Beautiful and Irving Code Enforcement
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) and the City of Irving Code Enforcement Department were recently honored at the Keep America Beautiful National Awards Ceremony. The event took place during Keep America Beautiful 2017 National Conference in Washington, D.C., where KIB and Code Enforcement were among the... - February 01, 2017 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Children’s Non-Profit Names Two New Board Members
Friends of Karen, a non-profit that helps families in NY, NJ and CT who have a child diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, names two new board members. - February 01, 2017 - Friends of Karen
Free Wheelchair Mission Named Official Charity Partner of the OC Marathon
Annual “Run for Mobility” Aims to Lift 2,500 Lives Off the Ground on May 6, 2017 - January 31, 2017 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Science Academy of Chicago Dinner and Auction Supports STREAM Education
The Science Academy of Chicago is hosting its annual silent auction and fundraiser on Saturday, March 11, to support growth and the expansion of the STREAM focused preschool, elementary, and middle school. Over 200 people will gather on Saturday to support STREAM education and to witness STREAM in... - January 31, 2017 - Science Academy of Chicago
Polish American String Band Draws Position for 2018 Parade
Last Friday evening, as part of the annual String Band Association draw for marching position, the Polish American String Band drew 10th and will march in that position in the 2018 New Year's Parade. - January 30, 2017 - Polish American String Band
Partnership for Dads Presents the 17th Annual Fathers Conference
Partnership for Dads hosts 17th Annual Fathers Conference - "Recognizing the Modern Dad" with keynote address by award winning WDET News Director Jerome Vaughn. They will explore the new standard for dads and what this means for the lives of their children, families, and on society as a whole. - January 28, 2017 - Partnership for Dads
Nashville Church of Scientology Hosts World Interfaith Harmony Service
The Church of Scientology in Nashville is opening its doors to all religious communities for a special service in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week. - January 28, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Statewide Health Literacy Initiative Receives Sponsorship from Florida Blue Foundation
The Florida Literacy Coalition announced that it has been awarded a three-year, $300,000 grant by the Florida Blue Foundation to continue the Florida Health Literacy Initiative. This program provides local literacy, family literacy and adult English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) programs with... - January 27, 2017 - Florida Literacy Coalition
The Scholarship Trust for the Hearing Impaired Awards Grants Totaling $21,000
The Travelers Protective Association assists 48 individuals in 23 different states. - January 27, 2017 - Travelers Protective Association
Danforth Center Expands Major Research Program to Benefit Farmers in the Developing World
A multi-institutional research effort aims to optimize breeding strategies for grain sorghum for Sub-Saharan Africa. - January 27, 2017 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
American Diabetes Association to Offer Free Health Screenings and Resources for New Yorkers Living with Diabetes
One of the country’s largest diabetes EXPOs returns to Jacob K. Javits Center on March 11. - January 26, 2017 - American Diabetes Association, Bridgewater, NJ
AFRIKIN: Reggae Brunch Series Spearheads North Miami Revitalization
This spring, socially conscious event production company, AFRIKIN, will introduce a live music and brunch series to trendy North Miami. AFRIKIN: Reggae Brunch will be hosted every first Sunday of the month at North Miami’s newest eatery, Café Crème, and will include a lineup of... - January 25, 2017 - AFRIKIN®
All for Alzheimer’s Wine Tasting Event Hosted by The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation and Port of Leonardtown Winery
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, in partnership with the Port of Leonardtown Winery, is proud to host another awesome All for Alzheimer’s Wine Tasting Event. This event will be held on Friday, March 17, 2017 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Port of Leonardtown... - January 23, 2017 - The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation
EMS RoadDocs IL Booth at the International Motorcycle Show 2017 Rosemont, IL
EMS Road Docs IL, an Illinois based 501c3 Corporation and medical support group is pleased to announce that they will have a booth at the International Motorcycle Show held at the Donald A Stevens Convention Center in Rosemont from February 10 to February 12, 2017. This is the first time in their... - January 21, 2017 - EMS RoadDocs IL
Walker's Legacy Launches the Prospectus Online Business Accelerator
The professional collective for women of color launches its 9-week business development-training program to aid aspiring and existing business women of color in advancing their business operations. - January 20, 2017 - Walker's Legacy
Lake Hopatcong Foundation’s 4th Annual Block Party Set for May 13, 2017 Calling All Vendors and Sponsors for Annual Lake Celebration
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation Block Party is once again set to be a day that celebrates New Jersey’s largest lake: from recreation and leisure to business and everyday living. The fourth-annual event, to be held from 10am to 5pm on Saturday, May 13, 2017, at Hopatcong State Park, will bring... - January 20, 2017 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
State Representative Sara Feigenholtz to Support Sleepout for Homeless
Assistant Majority Leader to Host Breakfast for Sleepers, Supporters - January 20, 2017 - Care For Friends
The Food Bank of South Jersey Aims to Tackle Hunger with “Souper Bowl” Celebrations
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) has announced their Super Bowl-inspired initiative to tackle hunger by encouraging individuals to host a Souper Bowl Party where they can host a food drive and/or fundraiser to benefit FBSJ. Participants are invited to submit their celebration as a #KickOffForKindness Watch Party through Born This Way Foundation for a chance to be thanked with Lady Gaga tickets. - January 20, 2017 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Local San Antonio Nonprofit Veteran Organization Nominates First Female Chairperson
Confidential Government Solutions, a 501c3 nonprofit career education and training company for Veterans, Military Members in transitions and their families, nominated and approved two new board members, and their first non-military female Chairperson. The new Board Chairperson is Mrs. Sheema... - January 19, 2017 - Confidential Government Solutions
Civitan International to Hold Leadership Training for District Governors in Birmingham
Civitan International is hosting the organization's annual Leadership Academy for district governors in Birmingham beginning January 20, 2017. The four-day conference is designed to help volunteer leaders from around the United States and Canada share different perspectives about good citizenship... - January 17, 2017 - Civitan International
Igor Iankovskyi: How to Reinvent the Innovative Potential of Ukrainians
In every innovative society it is not enough to just see and evaluate your own potential - you need to know how to it implements effectively. - January 16, 2017 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation
“For More”: New Jersey YMCAs Come Together to Affirm Healthy Communities
Local YMCAs Hold Statewide Wellness Event to Promote Positive Personal Change and Community Health. - January 14, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
National Autism Registry Receives Grant for Training Adults with Autism
The National Autism Registry (NARY) of Palm Beach has announced a $24,984 Grant from West Palm Beach-based health funder Quantum Foundation to increase employability for adults with autism and other special needs through increased health and hygiene knowledge. People with autism and other... - January 14, 2017 - The Chocolate Spectrum
Cupid’s Undie Run Taking Over San Francisco for Children’s Tumor Foundation
Non-profit charity organization Cupid's Undie Run to raise money in fight against neurofibromatosis in San Francisco with help from Pedro’s Cantina, February 2017. - January 12, 2017 - SF Bay Area Cupid's Undie Run
Button & Zipper Partners with Care For Friends to Deliver Winter Coats
Homeless Chicagoans receive new winter coats through a program to connect most vulnerable with resources they need to enable a better life. - January 12, 2017 - Care For Friends
Leadership Expert Doug Keeley Named as Keynote Speaker at NAFA’s 2017 Institute & Expo
Keeley will bring his insight and the concepts of Five Level Leadership, a core principle of the Mark of a Leader program to attendees in an engaging presentation. - January 12, 2017 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
UPI’s Summer Program Will Benefit Phoenix Students
The African American Forum, Employee Resource Group at State Farm Supports 2017 UPI STEAM Program - January 12, 2017 - UPI Education
Naval Sea Cadets Accepting New Recruits, Adventure for Young People 11-17
The US Naval Sea Cadet Corps provides training and leadership opportunities for youth aged 11-17. Attend an information session on January 19th to learn more. - January 11, 2017 - NSCC AEGIS DIVISION
Miami Event Calls for Healing Our Nation
Afrikin hosts the first of a series of discussions and live music events to address condition of the African diaspora. - January 11, 2017 - AFRIKIN®
Major Merger Announced Between Non-Profits Providing Clean Drinking Water to Rural African Villages
Two non-profit organizations that work to supply clean drinking water to impoverished people in underdeveloped countries are merging to form a single organization. The merger will allow the combined organization to more efficiently serve the people they are helping. - January 08, 2017 - Wells for Relief International
Safely Dispose of Old Technology with eSmart Recycling and Shorecrest
Shorecrest Tech Recycling Drive to Fund Tech Incubator at Academy Prep through eSmart Recycling's One Million Laptops Campaign January 4-February 4 - January 08, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Las Vegas Business Leader Siloh Moses Shares Secrets of Success
Las Vegas entrepreneur Siloh Moses explains how gratitude and humbleness can have a profound impact on business. - January 07, 2017 - Siloh Moses
Care For Friends Receives $30,000 Grant from Episcopal Charities and Community Services to Advance Homeless Work
Organization receives grant for second year in a row to strengthen ability to serve Chicago’s most vulnerable. - January 07, 2017 - Care For Friends
2016 Year in Review - The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Making Waves
2016 saw the expansion of The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee, a state chapter of The Way To Happiness Foundation. - January 07, 2017 - The Way to Happiness
GFAS Announces Avian Advocacy Series for National Bird Day 2017
Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), an international sanctuary accreditation body is announcing a new webinar series they are sponsoring in recognition of National Bird Day on January 5, 2017. The two-part series, which will begin on Tuesday, January 31 at 1:30 p.m. EST, will explore a... - January 07, 2017 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Austin-Startup to Bring Next Generation of Fundraising to Nonprofits
Get Involved Company receives funding to bring the next-generation of crowdfunding-type campaigns to nonprofits and social good organizations. The company's all-in-one software solution enables supporters to donate money, volunteer, give wish list items, and social share so 100% of would-be supporters can get involved and the nonprofit gains on many fronts. - January 06, 2017 - Get Involved Company
Giving Hope 365 Launches Shoe Collection Drive
Giving Hope 365 Launches Shoe Collection Drive to raise money to continue their efforts to feed and clothe the homeless as well as assist the underprivileged with basic needs in and around the Atlanta, GA area. Shoe donations will also support micro-enterprises in developing nations and reduce... - January 06, 2017 - Giving Hope 365