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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
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
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
Operation Tattooing Freedom Names New CEO & Board Members
Operation Tattooing Freedom was founded to help Veterans suffering from PTSD through tattoo therapy. - January 06, 2017 - Operation Tattooing Freedom
Build More Than Muscle at The Gateway Family YMCA Open House
The Gateway Family YMCA Invites the Community to visit January 2 -8 - January 06, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Limited Edition Charm Available Through Charms4Good Kickstarter Campaign
Charms4Good, a start-up, socially conscious jewelry company, announced the launch of their first Kickstarter campaign. Project supporters of $20.00 or more will receive Charms4Good's first, limited edition, sterling silver charm. - January 06, 2017 - Charms4Good
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
Care For Friends Receives Grant from Grant Healthcare Foundation
Award will increase access to medical care for Chicago’s most vulnerable homeless population - January 05, 2017 - Care For Friends
2016 Year in Review -- Drug-Free Tennessee
2016 saw the expansion of Drug-Free Tennessee, carrying out the work of the international organization the Foundation for a Drug-Free World in the Southeast United States. - January 05, 2017 - Drug Free South
SUPERGirls SHINE Foundation Connects Girls to Hidden Figures in STEM
SUPERGirls SHINE Foundation hosts discussion about the film Hidden Figures with parents and girls ages 10-17 from underserved and minority communities about the role of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). - January 02, 2017 - SUPERGirls SHINE Foundation
Nashville Church of Scientology Celebrates the New Year 2017
Nashville’s Church of Scientology saw a whirlwind of activity during 2016. Parishioners will gather on New Year’s Eve to celebrate a year of accomplishments and look forward to the coming months. - December 31, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
City of San Mateo Welcomes Downtown San Mateo’s Largest Mural, Good Life
The San Mateo community and greater Bay Area are invited to a commemorative celebration welcoming the Good Life Mural by renowned Bay Area artist, Brian Barneclo, at the Downtown San Mateo Train Station. The festivities begin at 4:00 on January 5, at the Downtown San Mateo Train Station. A no-host happy hour celebration at Vault 164 on B Street will immediately follow the ceremony. - December 30, 2016 - Inspire Art Exhibits
Caldwell, Idaho Business Donates 50 EMPWR Coats for Boise Homeless to Keep Them Alive Through Winter Months
Caldwell, Idaho business Holman Transportation Co. researched and donated 50 life-saving EMPWR (made in the USA) coats that can save shelter resistant homeless in Idaho. The ingenious coat design acts as a sleeping bag, duffle bag and wearable coat. - December 30, 2016 - Interfaith Sanctuary
Family Promise Seeks Community Partnerships
Nonprofit in need of support to shelter families in 2017 - December 30, 2016 - Family Promise of Greater Denver
Penn State Central Texas Chapter Awards Scholarship to Local Student
The Central Texas Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association (PSUCenTex) has selected a promising Penn State sophomore from Hays County, TX for their annual chapter scholarship. - December 29, 2016 - Penn State Alumni Association, Central Texas Chapter
New Report Highlights Threats to Human Rights and Nature’s Rights in the San Francisco Bay Area and Worldwide
In December 2016, Earth Law Center (ELC) released its second annual report detailing co-violations of human rights and nature’s rights around the globe (available at: http://bit.ly/ELCCoVi). As put forth by the report, humans and nature possess fundamental and inalienable rights. Rights... - December 29, 2016 - Earth Law Center
Speak Up Talk Radio Launches New Terrestrial Show
A new radio program that gets behind the environmental, social, political, educational and health decisions that affect our lives and futures. - December 28, 2016 - Speak Up Talk Radio Network
NAFA Announces Computer-Based Testing for Its Certification Program
NAFA has partnered with Computer Assisted Testing Service, Inc. allowing students to test at locations across the United States and Canada. - December 24, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Dream Foundation Partners with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to Improve Veterans’ End-of-Life Experience
Dream Foundation, the only national dream-granting organization for terminally-ill adults, has announced a new strategic partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that will improve the lives of veterans with life-limiting illnesses. Dream Foundation and VA will work closely... - December 24, 2016 - Dream Foundation
This Old Horse, Inc. of Minnesota is Accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to This Old Horse, Inc. as of December 22, 2016. Accreditation signifies that This Old Horse meets GFAS’s... - December 24, 2016 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Furniture Sharehouse Tweets Its Way to $10,000
Furniture Sharehouse, Westchester's Furniture Bank, tweeted its way to a $10,000 grant from Deluxe Corp as part of its “Short & Tweet” program. Furniture Sharehouse will use the grant to continue to address a hidden need in Westchester County by providing free furniture directly to those who need it most. - December 23, 2016 - Furniture Sharehouse
Inaugural Book Released by North Augusta Native Drink It Up: The 100 Essential Quotes for Living a Meaningful Life, is Available Through Amazon
North Augusta Native, Speaker/Trainer and Coach can now add Author to his resume. Dean T. Hall, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, turned entrepreneur, announces his debut work as an author. - December 22, 2016 - Dean The Life Coach
Operation Food Search and Warners' Warm-Up Collect 15,000 Winter Coats
St. Louis non-profit organization distributes coats to area's needy for 16th year. - December 21, 2016 - Operation Food Search
NAFA Announces Major Partnership with Brazilian Fleet Association PARAR
The NAFA-PARAR agreement calls for the mutual support of each association’s individual certification programs. - December 21, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Anonymous UC Berkeley Graduate Has Donates 15 Forever Love Boxes for the Grieving Mothers of the Oakland Ghost Ship Fire Victims
Did you know that grieving mothers are 133% more likely to die within the first five years after the loss of a child?* The Berkeley alumni wanted to reach out and provide support for mothers of the Oakland Fire victims. Founded by a grieving mother, ForeverLoveBoxes.com provides monthly gift boxes of healing specifically for those suffering the loss of a loved one. - December 20, 2016 - Forever Love Boxes
The Travelers Protective Association Honors Police Officer
St. Louis-based organization recognizes Pennsylvania officer's dedication with award. - December 20, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Omicron Delta Sigma Service Foundation (ODS), to Give Away 25 Bikes in Its Annual "Christmas Bike Giveaway" Project
Omicron Delta Sigma Service Foundation and Omicron Delta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma (ODS), to give away 25 Bikes in its first annual ‘Christmas Bike Giveaway’ Project. ODS recognizes that the holiday season is one of joy or great pain depending upon where one lands on the economic... - December 20, 2016 - Omicron Delta Sigma Service Foundation
Celebrate Radio, Solutions-Based News-Information Network to Take Back America, Premieres Jan. 20, 2017 on Web, Phone Apps, Then Satellite from Streetcats Foundation
Celebrate Radio, a new 24/7 national radio information, news, features and music network from Streetcats Foundation, with a focus on "taking back America," re-establishing solutions-based journalism and focused on respect, dignity and hope will premiere on the web and apps around January 20, 2017 and later on national satellite. - December 19, 2016 - Streetcats Foundation
LA Rams Team Up with ECF to do Well by Doing Good
Los Angeles Rams partner with local nonprofit in Inglewood to employ adults with special needs. - December 18, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Leslie Abell Named Philanthropist of the Year
Leslie Abell of Los Angeles was named 2016 Philanthropist of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Los Angeles Chapter, for his longtime support of people with developmental disabilities. - December 18, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Operation Food Search Moves to New Headquarters
St. Louis' non-profit organization to provide more extensive food distribution and nutrition education. - December 17, 2016 - Operation Food Search
Nashville Church of Scientology Bringing the Spirit to the Holiday Season
How do Scientologists celebrate the holidays? You might be surprised. - December 17, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Nashville Church of Scientology Uplifts Youth for International Human Rights Day
Part of an international movement spanning 192 countries, the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville is raising awareness of human rights in commemoration of the 68th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. - December 17, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
NAFA and Donlen Announce CAFM® Partnership Agreement
Agreement enables fleet management company to leverage high-level education for employees. - December 16, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
International Collaboration Receives Grant to Advance Improvements in Cassava Harvests and Nutrition for Smallholder Families in Sub-Saharan Africa
Virus Resistant Cassava for Africa Plus (VIRCA Plus) consortium received a five-year, $10.46 million grant to develop disease-resistant and nutritionally-enhanced cassava varieties to improve the status of African farm families. - December 16, 2016 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center