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KIB, Contech and Land Design Plant Trees at Tree Farm
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) received a grant from the UPS Foundation in 2015 to purchase native trees for the city’s Tree Farm, and on June 30, 2016, they were finally able to start getting those trees in the ground. The unusually rainy weather in the past year had left the ground at the tree... - July 07, 2016 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Washington DC-Based Fairlington Dental Supports National Charity Addressing the Psychosocial Needs of Children with Cancer and Their Families
Fairlington Dental Raises Funds, Donates Items and Gives Their Time to The Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation, which Makes It Possible for Mattie Miracle to Provide for the Psychological, Emotional and Social Needs of Children with Cancer. - July 06, 2016 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
World Vision Philippines Lauds the Passage of the Children’s Emergency Relief and Protection Act
Humanitarian organization World Vision lauds the passage of the Children’s Emergency Relief and Protection Act, a new law that protects children affected by disasters signed by President Aquino on May 18, Wednesday. Also known as Republic Act No. 10821, the new legislation creates a... - July 06, 2016 - World Vision Development Foundation Inc Philippines
Thousands Join World Vision Run 2016 for Children's Health
On its fifth year, World Vision Run has again gathered thousands of its supporters to run and make a difference in children's lives. More than 5,000 runners and supporters trooped to the Blue Bay Walk in Pasay City on Sunday for the annual charity event -- this year, focused on improving the... - July 06, 2016 - World Vision Development Foundation Inc Philippines
World Vision PH Beefs Up Disaster Preparedness Amid Rainy Season
Humanitarian organization World Vision continues to strengthen its disaster preparedness measures as the rainy season sets in. On May 24, state weather bureau PAGASA declared the end of the dry season based on its current weather projection. Data from the weather bureau further showed the southwest... - July 06, 2016 - World Vision Development Foundation Inc Philippines
The Transgender American Veterans Association Reacts to the Pentagon Announcing Open Transgender Service
The United States Department of Defense announced the long anticipated news that Transgender Americans will now be able to openly choose to volunteer to serve their country. Transgender Americans are twice as likely as their cisgender (non-trans) peers to serve in the Armed Forces, according to a study's findings released by the Williams Institute at the UCLA' School of Law. Now, finally, they will be able to serve without having to hide who they are, in pride of serving our nation. - July 04, 2016 - TAVA
New Service to Benefit Nonprofit Boards of Directors
Florida training and consulting company, Phil-Com, offers self-assessments for nonprofit Boards of Directors. - July 03, 2016 - Phil-Com, LLC
The Transgender American Veterans Association Reports on Detailed Guidance from the Pentagon
Evan Young, Major US Army retired, President of Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA), attended a phone conference with senior officials from NCTE, OutServe-SLDN, SPARTA, AVER, AMPA, The PALM Center, WPATH, and a senior defense official immediately after the announcement of the long awaited military's lifting of the ban on transgender service. - July 03, 2016 - TAVA
Nothing But Loves Announces Launch of Charity Fundraising Site With an Important Difference – Charities Keep 99% of Funds Raised
Nothing But Loves(Love Giver Fundraising Ltd.) always wants to make charities become simple and visible. - July 03, 2016 - Nothing But Loves
Eight Nations Compete for FISU World University Netball Championship Title, While Promoting Diversity, Inclusion and Women in Sport
100,000 Global Audience will Tune in as Teams Converge in Miami to Seek World Netball University Title; American Idol Finalist, International R&B Artist & Global Humanitarian to Perform at Opening Ceremonies. - July 02, 2016 - Netball America Inc.
The Mission Society Highlights Plight of Refugees – And the Struggles to Practice Compassion of Christ
New Issue of "Unfinished" Magazine Describes On-the-Ground Outreach - July 02, 2016 - InChrist Communications
Lutheran Services in America Welcomes New Board Members, Announces New Elected Officers
Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA) has welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors and announced newly elected officers following its Annual Conference in Minneapolis, Minn. in April. Larry Bradshaw, President and CEO of National Lutheran Communities & Services (NLCS), was... - July 01, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
Lake Hopatcong Foundation Encourages All to Shop Local for the Month of July
For the fourth year in a row, the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, is supporting area businesses with their “Shop Local Lake Hopatcong” campaign. The LHF’s intent is that the residents will view the four towns surrounding the lake as their... - July 01, 2016 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Announces 2016 Youth Scholarship Award Winners
Students with TS throughout New Jersey are recognized for their achievements. - July 01, 2016 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Participates in Father’s Day Celebration
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee had a great time participating in a celebration for Father’s Day. - July 01, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
Drug-Free Tennessee Works with Community Leaders to Spread Hope
For International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Drug-Free Tennessee held a roundtable discussion about ending the drug demand in Nashville. - July 01, 2016 - Drug Free South
Phillips 66 Bayway Refinery Partners with The Gateway Family YMCA
Bayway Refinery provides funding for Specialized Art Programs. - June 30, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
T&L Foundation for Child Care Information Announces Awardees for Child Care Mini-Grant
T&L Foundation for Child Care Information (T&L Foundation) announced 15 awards totaling $3,920.00 to address health and wellness in child care. T&L Foundation received 1,116 applications, requesting just over $349,500.00. The mini-grants are intended for Child and Adult Care Food... - June 30, 2016 - T&L Foundation for Child Care Information
Drug-Free Tennessee Blankets the Edgehill Neighborhood with Truth
For International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Drug-Free Tennessee took to the Edgehill neighborhood to distribute copies of the Truth About Drugs booklet. - June 30, 2016 - Drug Free South
Impact Thrift Presents Inaugural "Making an Impact" Award
Bucks and Montgomery County nonprofit honors law firm Ballard Spahr for donating nearly $165,000 in legal counsel. - June 30, 2016 - Impact Thrift Stores
Safety Center Creates Youth Advisory Council with Funding from The Allstate Foundation
Empowering high school students to make a difference in the world. - June 29, 2016 - Safety Center
FedEx Delivers Employment Support to Military Spouses Through Grant to Military Spouse Corporate Career Network
FedEx donates funds to Military Spouse Corporate Career Network (MSCCN) to connect military spouses with employment opportunities. - June 29, 2016 - Military Spouse Corporate Career Network
PetSmart Offers Hope to Homeless Pets
The retailer has partnered with Family Promise to help families in need. - June 29, 2016 - Family Promise of Greater Denver
Celebrating LCNV’s 54th Annual Recognition Event
On Tuesday, June 21, 2016, the Literacy Council of Northern Virginia (LCNV) successfully hosted its 54th Annual Recognition Event at the James Lee Community Center, 2855 Annandale Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042. The event celebrated the outstanding achievements of LCNV's adult learners and long serving... - June 29, 2016 - Literacy Council of Northern Virginia
Matthew 25: Ministries Responds to 1,000-Year Flood in West Virginia
Matthew 25: Ministries, a humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, is responding to severe flooding that has affected multiple counties in central and southern West Virginia. Matthew 25: Ministries’ Disaster Response team left for West Virginia with their full complement of specialized Disaster Relief vehicles. Joined by the Tide Loads of Hope mobile laundry unit, the trucks are loaded with almost 12,000 pounds of relief supplies. - June 29, 2016 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Exempli Gratia Debuts New Logo on Its Anniversary
To signify the start of a new chapter for the Foundation, EGF unveils its new logo. - June 29, 2016 - Exempli Gratia Foundation
Irving Community Honored at Keep Texas Beautiful Conference
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) and several of their community partners were recently honored at the 49th Annual Keep Texas Beautiful State Conference, held June 20 – 22 in Sugar Land, Texas. The theme of this year’s conference was “Keeping Texas Beautiful – How Sweet It... - June 26, 2016 - Keep Irving Beautiful
ECF Thanks Over 70 Business Partners That Include Developmentally Disabled in Their Bottom Line
The Exceptional Children's Foundation recognized over 70 businesses who partner with the entrepreneurial non-profit to create a lifespan of opportunities for children, students and adults with developmental disabilities, including educational and job placement programs. - June 25, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
The Fuji Declaration Announces Historic International Alliance for a Thriving World
The Fuji Declaration announces open signatory campaign for supporting the ignition of the divine spark for a thriving world. - June 25, 2016 - The Fuji Declaration
Dream Foundation Appoints Corporate Executives to National Board of Directors
Vince Griffin and David Nygren join Board of national dream-granting organization. - June 24, 2016 - Dream Foundation
So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary in California is Verified by 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 Verified status to So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary as of June 17, 2016. Verification means that So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary meets the... - June 24, 2016 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Cycling Advocacy Veterans Seeking to Secure Their Legacy Look to Planned Giving as a Viable Tool
The Active Transportation Alliance partnered with The Advise Us Fund to offer expanded giving options to donors. This new partnership will go a long way in supporting Active Trans in its future development and planned giving efforts. - June 23, 2016 - The Advise Us Fund
School Age Child Care & Summer Camp Director Announced for YMCA in Rahway
Lisa Nunez Joins The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch - June 23, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
How to Mess Up Your Summer in 5 Simple Steps
Empowered Flower Girl offers tips for teens to have a drama-free summer. Learn how not to mess up your summer in 5 simple steps. - June 22, 2016 - Empowered Flower Girl LLC
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic President Receives Organization’s Highest Honor
Reina Schiffrin, President/CEO of Planned Parenthoo Hudson Peconic, received the Ruth Green Award. - June 22, 2016 - Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic
Summer Short Term Mission 2016 Sponsored by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, will be sponsoring a short term mission among the Navajo people in Arizona from July 17, 2016 to July 23, 2016. - June 21, 2016 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
Fitting The Description's Advocacy Efforts to Alleviate Unfair Burdens of Wrongful Arrest Records Gets Assistance from Rhode Island's Passage of #AutoErase Bill
Rhode Island Becomes the 4th State to Pass #AutoErase Legislation to automatically erase wrongful arrest records due to mistaken identity. Pawtucket’s State Representative Carlos Tobon’s bill is part of Fitting The Description's founder, Charles Belk, nationwide effort to alleviate the burden and costs incurred by innocent individuals wrongfully arrested due to mistaken identity. - June 19, 2016 - Fitting The Description
Matthew Smedley is the New CEO and Executive Director at Mission Possible
Mission Possible is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Smedley as its new CEO and Executive Director. - June 18, 2016 - Mission Possible
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Prepares for Summer of Events
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee is preparing for a summer of events, beginning on June 18 and running into the fall. - June 18, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
Food Bank of South Jersey to Host 250 Children at Summer Meals Kick-Off at Wiggins Park in Camden
USDA and NJDA Officials Expected to Attend June 22 Event; FBSJ Aiming to Deliver 205,000 Meals to Low-Income Children This Summer - June 18, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Young Ukrainian Directors Summed Up Their Work on the 69th Cannes Film Festival
The Café L’Etage hosted the informal meeting of the young Ukrainian directors who took part in the 69th Cannes Film Festival with the founder of the NGO "Initiative for the Future,” Igor Iankovskyi, who financed their journey to the Côte d’Azur, and the Head of the Ukrainian State Film Agency, Philip Illienko. - June 18, 2016 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation
Leading Scientists on Neuroplasticity Present at Brain IDEAS Symposium, Aug. 5th
Invisible Disabilities Association is hosting their 2nd Annual Brain IDEAS Symposium on Aug. 5th in Denver, CO focusing on Brain Disorders, Brain Health, and Brain Therapy. 9 expert presenters will each deliver dynamic, science and story-filled talks on topics including Neuroplasticity, ADHD, ADD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Alzheimer’s, Nutrition, Microbiome, Mental Training, Therapeutic Humor, Stroke, PTSD, EMDR and TBI followed by 3 Expert Led Panels for questions and answers. - June 17, 2016 - Invisible Disabilities Association
GrantNews.press is Looking for Fresh Content from Nonprofits and Small Businesses
GrantNews.press simplifies the grant application process with information on available grants, grants for minorities and women, grant writing, grant writers, crowdfunding, and grant writing education. - June 17, 2016 - GrantNews.press
HFMA’s Georgia Chapter Announces New Officers
The Georgia Chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) is unveiling its 2016/2017 slate of officers, with terms beginning June 1, 2016. The new board members include: Jonathan Skaggs, President Todd Cox, President Elect Laurence Harris, Secretary Bridget Cutchen,... - June 17, 2016 - Georgia HFMA
Project WeHOPE Chosen to be Honored at First-Ever California Nonprofits Day Celebration
On Wednesday, June 22, Project WeHOPE will be honored as a Nonprofit of the Year at a celebration of California Nonprofits Day at the State Capitol in Sacramento. State Senator Jerry Hill (D-San Mateo) selected Project WeHOPE out of hundreds of organizations as an exceptional nonprofit in his... - June 17, 2016 - Project WeHOPE
The Travelers Protective Association Presents Altruism Awards
St. Louis organization recognizes Pennsylvania high school students' benevolence. - June 17, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
EXPOSURE Concert Says "No More to Domestic Violence" Taking Place Next Weekend
The 7th annual concert to 'expose' the topic of domestic violence, the "EXPOSURE Concert," takes place June 24-26 at the Cove Seafood and Banquets, 4701 Transit Road, Depew. - June 17, 2016 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
The Little Red Dog to Celebrate Over 1,000 Dogs Rescued and Adopted During Annual "Pups at Pittsford" Founder’s Day Event & Fundraiser
Hundreds of owners and dogs expected for a day of entertainment, prizes and 100 dog pack walk at Pittsford Park in Orange County. - June 17, 2016 - The Little Red Dog, Inc.
Drug-Free South Hitting the Streets of Downtown Nashville with Truth
Drug-Free South made a splash in Music City by distributing The Truth About Marijuana this past weekend to hundreds of country music fans outside the CMA Music Festival. - June 17, 2016 - Drug Free South
MemorialCare Breast Center at Saddleback Opens New Breast Center in Irvine
The Center Offers the Latest Technology, Expert Staff and Patient Convenience - June 16, 2016 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center