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Conversations in Color a Black-Led Nonprofit Fostering a Sense of Community
Healing conversations and community engagement can foster thriving, connected and vibrant Black communities that have long been impacted by systemic disparities. The sense of strong social ties and a feeling of belonging can greatly impact the emotional wellness of residents in Black neighborhoods. - November 03, 2023 - Conversations in Color
Wynona’s House Engaging Essex County Men and Boys in Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention and How to be Allies to Victims
On the heels of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Wynona’s House Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is emphasizing the importance of raising awareness of domestic violence all year round. In particular, more emphasis is needed in regards to engaging men and boys on the topic and helping them to become better allies to domestic violence victims. The CAC promotes the use of a checklist in order to determine if a relationship is healthy or if there are signs of abuse. - November 02, 2023 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Indiana Parkinson Foundation Announces Pickleball 4 Parkinson’s Event
The Indiana Parkinson Foundation has officially announced its inaugural 2023 Pickleball 4 Parkinson’s Event. This single-day event will have beginner, advanced and intermediate rounds as well as courts reserved to teach players with Parkinson’s how they can adapt and play their best... - November 01, 2023 - Indiana Parkinson Foundation
Trail of Lights at EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens: Festive Family Favorite Returns for 25th Year
The EmilyAnn Trail of Lights in Wimberley, TX features over 100 light displays across 8 acres of gentle, walkable trails. Along with the lights, the trail features live entertainment, concessions, warm Yule Log, visits with Santa, a train for small children, and lots of fun holiday memories to be made. - November 01, 2023 - EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens
MPAI Starts New Project on "AI for Health"
MPAI, Moving Picture, Audio and Data Coding by Artificial Intelligence, the international, non-profit, and unaffiliated organisation developing AI-based data coding standards has concluded its 37th General Assembly (MPAI-36) approving the start of a new project on AI for Health. AI for Health... - November 01, 2023 - MPAI
ICON Foundation Donates $20,000 to Local Organizations
The ICON Foundation, Inc, is donating a total of $20,000 to the Tuckahoe Senior Citizen Center and The Pace Women's Justice Center. ICON Foundation was founded in early 2023 and is the not-for-profit arm of Keller Williams Realty Group in Scarsdale, NY. The 16th Annual Masquerade Ball, held on September 28 at The Surf Club in New Rochelle, was the inaugural fundraising event for the foundation. The event surpassed it's goal, and ICON will continue to support local organizations. - October 31, 2023 - ICON Foundation
Fosters Invited to Build Their Own Teddy Bear at The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
Foster families are invited to the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center for a "Build Your Own Bear" Workshop. - October 31, 2023 - Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
Announcing the Official Selections for the Videos for Change 2023 Global Festival
Videos for Change – it's where storytelling and social action intersect. - October 30, 2023 - Videos for Change
AAHGS Holds National Genealogy Conference, Oct. 18-21, 2023
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) held its Annual Genealogy Conference on October 18 – 21, 2023. This year’s conference was held virtually and was entitled, “Hiding in Plain Sight: Recovering the erased stories of our ancestors in the United States and... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS
AAHGS Announces Their 2023 Book Award Winners
On October 19, 2023 the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) announced their 2023 International Book Award Winners. AAHGS held its Virtual Awards Ceremony during the AAHGS Annual Conference which took place on October 18 – 21, 2023. During that ceremony, the 2023... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS
First Annual Weaver Performing Arts Gala: Winter Wonderland in the Sand
Come Enjoy a Night to Remember at the Weaver Performing Arts Boosters Fundraiser on December 9, 2023 - October 27, 2023 - WPA Boosters
AAHGS Announces Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. as 2023 James Dent Walker Awardee
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardee of the James Dent Walker Award, Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS
Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) Announces Their 2023 National Awardees
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardees. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS
The Community Action Agency of Somerville Launches the Somerville Cares Fund 2.0
The Community Action Agency of Somerville today announced the launch of the Somerville Cares Fund (SCF) 2.0. The fund provides up to $2,000 of financial assistance for a wide range of needs, including food, clothing, utilities, childcare, health care, to eligible Somerville residents. The City of Somerville is funding the program, with a total of $1 million allocated for this assistance through the American Rescue Plan Act. - October 25, 2023 - Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS)
Radio Personality Adai Lamar Kicks Off the Giving Season with Living Advantage Inc.
Living Advantage, Inc. (LA, Inc.), a 30-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth, is thrilled to kick off the upcoming Giving Season with celebrated radio personality Adai Lamar from KJLH Radio. - October 25, 2023 - Living Advantage Inc.
MODArts Dance Collective (MADC) Announces Its 2023 Move to Change Dance Festival Presenting Artists
MODArts Dance Collective (MADC) announces its 2023 Move to Change Dance Festival Presenting Artists. Move to Change uses dance as a form of social justice and arts activism through the lens of BIPOC choreographers and dance filmmakers. This hybrid festival consists of live performance and dance films in two different programs over the two day festival. This year’s theme is the word "community" and how groups of people with a common goal or interest can shift the paradigm of a neighborhood. - October 24, 2023 - MODArts Dance Collective, Inc.
IntuWork Announces In-Person Workshops and Masterclasses in Chicago
IntuWork, a provider of organizational consulting and training services for nonprofit organizations, announces the launch of in-person workshops and masterclasses. These engaging and informative sessions are designed to empower nonprofit leaders to enhance their skills and drive positive change in... - October 24, 2023 - IntuWork
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Invites Tampa Bay Nonprofits to Open House Event
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center welcomes nonprofits and community groups to a Get Together with networking and games. - October 21, 2023 - Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
Speak Up For Kids Launches the Life Skills Portal, Empowering Foster Youth
Speak Up For Kids, a leading nonprofit organization committed to advocating for abused, neglected, and abandoned children, is proud to announce the launch of the Life Skills Portal. This innovative resource is a testament to their dedication to improving the lives of foster youth by providing them... - October 20, 2023 - Speak Up for Kids
Marketing On a Mission LLC Achieves Benefit Corporations for Good Certification
Marketing On a Mission LLC is now a certified Benefit Corporation for Good. "This was a challenging road and opened my eyes to many things we have now addressed," says Randye S Spina, Founder. "It's wonderful to become part of this growing community of organizations practicing... - October 20, 2023 - Marketing On a Mission
MPAI Celebrates Its Third Anniversary by Publishing Five Standards
MPAI, Moving Picture, Audio and Data Coding by Artificial Intelligence, the international, non-profit, and unaffiliated organisation developing AI-based data coding standards has concluded its 36th General Assembly (MPAI-36) approving the publication of five standards: AI Framework V2, Connected... - October 20, 2023 - MPAI
New AI-Driven Standards Pioneer the Future of Immersive Entertainment
The founder of MPEG, Leonardo Chiariglione, inspired by the prospects of AI, is leading an initiative to drive AI standards that will supercharge next-generation immersive entertainment venues. The organisation leading the charge is MPAI (Moving Picture, Audio and Data Coding by Artificial... - October 20, 2023 - MPAI
Huntington Study Group® Observational Pilot Study Shows HSG’s myHDstory® Platform Reaches the Unreachable
The Huntington Study Group® (HSG) together with its wholly owned subsidiary, HSG Clinical Research, Inc. (HSGCR), a world leader in conducting clinical trials for Huntington’s disease (HD), today announces that the pilot observational study on their innovative online direct-to-patient... - October 16, 2023 - Huntington Study Group
WIN Warehouse Launches Its 2023 Operation Toy Deploy
WIN Warehouse kicks off its fourth annual Operation Toy Deploy campaign, providing nonprofit organizations with access to WIN’s catalog of more than a million dollars worth of brand-new children’s books, games, toys, and more. - October 16, 2023 - WIN Warehouse
CHOICE Humanitarian Annual Gala Fundraiser Shines Spotlight on its Impact on World Poverty
The event will celebrate the progress of numerous community projects and invite global citizens to donate to the non-profit's mission to reduce poverty. - October 16, 2023 - CHOICE Humanitarian
RSVP Volunteers Releases 2022 Annual Report
RSVP Volunteers launched its 2022 Annual Report today, highlighting the organization’s community impact numbers, program initiatives, and bright future. The full report is on RSVP’s website at www.rsvpmc.org. RSVP adopted a digital report format for an interactive and environmentally... - October 15, 2023 - RSVP Volunteers
Wynona’s House Exceeds Fundraising Goal at Third Annual Charity Golf Outing Which Will Empower Essex County Children at Risk of Abuse
This event helps raise necessary funds to provide a strong community response to child abuse, as well as provides meals and facility renovations to ensure a child-friendly and safe environment for children and their families. Centennial celebrations of Senator Wynona Lipman will also take place in November & December. - October 15, 2023 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Everyone Needs A Steve Inc. to Organize 22 Hour Event to Raise Money for Veterans
Everyone Needs A Steve Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit, is organizing a 22 hour run/walk event to raise money for Veterans and awareness of the veteran suicide rate. Steve Schreiber, a class of 1989 Eagle Scout passionate about community service, will be running/walking for 22 hours starting at noon... - October 15, 2023 - Everyone Needs A Steve Inc.
Renowned Artist is Honored by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Nature’s Favorite Artist, Geoffrey C. Smith, a renowned leader in the world of sculpture, has been honored, for the second time by Florida's Fish and Wildlife Foundation: "Excellence in capturing the beauty of Florida's wildlife and in appreciation for outstanding artistic contributions... - October 14, 2023 - Geoffrey C. Smith Galleries
Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Hosts Their First "Community & Culture" Event
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center welcomed the culture groups of Tampa Bay to a culinary celebration of diversity. - October 14, 2023 - Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
Safe and Happy Halloween Provided by Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center invites families to a safe and fun Halloween celebration. - October 14, 2023 - Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
KIB Partners with Vizient for 20th Annual Community Day
On Oct. 10, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) welcomed 24 Vizient, Inc. employee volunteers to Trinity View Park, 2221 E. State Highway 356, for the company’s 20th annual “Community Day” event. The volunteers gave a fresh look to the fencing and pavilion near the newly installed... - October 14, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
NC Veterans Art Show
The Joel Fund and Heart2Hand Veteran artist Lt. Colonel (retired) Bernardine Donato will host the second annual four-day art exhibit at the Tobacco Wood Brewing Company (TWBC) Durham location. This family-friendly art show will contain original pieces created by North Carolina Veterans of the United States Armed Forces. - October 14, 2023 - The Joel Fund
Clearwater Community Volunteers Center Hosts Charity Tea in Support of Local Nonprofit
The Clearwater Community Volunteers Center will host their monthly “Charity Tea” in support of Tampa Bay nonprofit Young Angels on Saturday, October 21 at 3:00pm. There is no fee to attend, however, guests are encouraged to bring donations of fun Halloween costumes and candy for the... - October 11, 2023 - Clearwater Community Volunteers Center
Clubhouse International Partners with World Federation for Mental Health in Recognition of World Mental Health Day and the Power of Community
Clubhouse International, a global mental health organization, presents Community WORKS, a World Mental Health Day 2023 campaign that highlights the positive impact of community for people living with mental illness. Community, which is the core of the Clubhouse Model of psychosocial rehabilitation, helps end social isolation and transforms lives. - October 10, 2023 - Clubhouse International
The Home Depot Foundation and Lions Clubs International Join Forces to Support an Affordable Housing Project in Las Vegas
The Home Depot Foundation, through its associate volunteer force Team Depot, completed a service project for low-income and homeless individuals in Southern Nevada, in partnership with Valerio Zanoli’s Helping Vegas and the Las Vegas Host Lions Club. - October 09, 2023 - Las Vegas Host Lions Club
The Shine Initiative, Inc. Announces Departure of Executive Director Fred Kaelin; Director of Development, Charisse Murphy, Named Interim Executive Director
The Shine Initiative’s Executive Director, Fred Kaelin, has announced his resignation, effective November 24, 2023. The Shine Initiative’s Board of Directors has appointed Charisse Murphy as Interim Executive Director. After five years at the helm of the Shine Initiative, Kaelin is... - October 06, 2023 - Shine Initiative
CARE STL Invites the Community to Support Shelter Walk-Through Adoption on Sunday, October 8
CARE STL has no single empty kennel to house lost or injured dogs being brought in off the streets. They currently have 172 dogs in the shelter, far beyond their building's capacity. They must find foster or adoptive homes for 56 dogs every week to enable them to continue helping more animals. Their goal is to have 224 dogs in homes by October 31. They invite the community to come and see the city shelter and see how these dogs live in crates 23 hours a day. - October 05, 2023 - CARE STL
Dottie’s House Hosts 50/50 Super Raffle for Victims of Domestic Violence
Dottie’s House, Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit is selling 50/50 Super Raffle Tickets. Drawing will be on December 6, 2023, at the B2 Bistro in Bayville, NJ (tickets sold separately). The cost of each 50/50 Super Raffle Ticket is $100. Enter for a chance to win one of three prizes (1st-50%: $5,000,... - October 05, 2023 - Dottie's House
KIB Celebrates 32nd Annual Trash Bash 428 Volunteers Participate at T.W. Richardson Grove
T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. Interstate Highway 635, was the site of the Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) 32nd Annual Trash Bash, the organization’s signature cleanup event. A total of 428 volunteers gathered at the park on Sept. 23, with a focus of stopping litter from reaching the nearby... - October 04, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Galas to Show How NPH USA Transforms the Lives of Children in Desperate Need
Can a child thrive without family? Family provides protection, love, an identity, and is the backbone of every society. This fall, NPH USA is hosting Galas in multiple U.S. cities, sharing what it takes to lift vulnerable and abandoned children successfully and sustainably from devastating poverty. - October 03, 2023 - NPH USA
Dream Foundation Hosts The No Gala Gala to Raise Critical Funds
The online No Gala Gala will be held in place of an in-person event and allows everyone to take part in fulfilling final Dreams. - September 29, 2023 - Dream Foundation
Thomas Linacre Breast Centre Unveils Advanced Ultrasound Machine for Improved Breast Cancer Detection, Courtesy of Boot Out Breast Cancer
On 13 September 2023, a significant milestone was achieved as BOBC unveiled a cutting-edge ultrasound machine generously donated to the Thomas Linacre Breast Centre in Wigan. - September 29, 2023 - Boot Out Breast Cancer
£90,000 Raised at the Boot Out Breast Cancer Diamond Ball 2023
On the evening of September 9th, 2023, the highly anticipated Boot Out Breast Cancer (BOBC) Diamond Ball 2023 took place at the prestigious Kimpton Clocktower Hotel. Sponsored by Toughsheet UK, FutureSonic Records, and JR Hoarding, this glamorous event promised an unforgettable evening of... - September 29, 2023 - Boot Out Breast Cancer
Community Art Collaborative Partners with Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe and Plymouth Public Library to Unveil the "Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe Coloring Book"
Saturday, September 30 @ 11:00 Story Hour at the Plymouth Public Library. This Coloring and Resource Book Highlights Tribe’s Storytelling, Public Art, History and Education. - September 28, 2023 - Community Art Collaborative
Senator Raymond Lesniak Joins Sparrow Foundation Institute Board of Directors
The Sparrow Foundation Institute (SFI) is pleased to announce that Senator Raymond Lesniak has joined the SFI board of directors. Senator Lesniak is a highly respected leader in the New Jersey state legislature, and his experience and expertise will be invaluable to SFI as it works to achieve its mission of accelerating the development and deployment of clean energy solutions in underserved communities. - September 27, 2023 - Sparrow Foundation Institute
Gary Oppenheimer Workshop at American Community Gardening Association Conference
Gary Oppenheimer, founder of AmpleHarvest.org, has been invited to speak at the American Community Gardening Association (ACGA) Houston Conference, "Celebrating the Diversity of Growing" on September 27-30, 2023. Oppenheimer will be giving a workshop titled "How AmpleHarvest.org... - September 27, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
The Havana Syndrome Organization is Building a Team to Establish a Havana Syndrome Center
The Havana Syndrome organization is teaming up with medical specialists, scientists, technology experts and engineers to establish the 1st Havana Syndrome Center Worldwide to treat and rehabilitate victims of Havana Syndrome. The Center will also serve as a research center to find out the root... - September 27, 2023 - Havana Syndrome, Inc.
CHOICE Humanitarian Collaborates with Visa and Human-I-T to Bring Technological Advancement to the Navajo Nation
Donated laptops bring accessibility and opportunities to Navajo community members in rural areas. - September 26, 2023 - CHOICE Humanitarian
New Beginnings for Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra
The Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra, a newly formed ensemble, has announced its first concert of its inaugural season, at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on October 22, 2023. - September 26, 2023 - Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra