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Lowe’s Heroes Program Honors Family Promise
Lowe's organized $1,000 garden makeover for Denver nonprofit. - July 24, 2015 - Family Promise of Greater Denver
H8Check Launches Facebook Page and Crowd Funding Campaign with Indiegogo to Help Fund the Completion and Release of an Equality Ratings App
H8Check is being created in response to the growing discrimination practices of some business owners against certain groups of consumers due to Race, Religion, Sexual Orientation, or Gender Identity. This discrimination is being touted as (and in some cases is) legal and is based on the idea of “religious freedom.” - July 23, 2015 - H8Check
Cyndi Doragh Named 2015-2016 Rotary District 6960 Governor
Rotary International District 6960 is pleased to announce the election of Cyndi Doragh as District Governor for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. A member of the Rotary Club of Fort Myers South since 1994, Doragh is Past President (1999-2000) and Past Assistant Governor for Area 4. As District Governor,... - July 23, 2015 - Fort Myers South Rotary
Dress for Success SW Florida and VOM FASS Naples Partner to Raise Funds
VOM FASS Naples at Mercato is pleased to partner with Dress for Success SW Florida to raise funds to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women and its grand opening in Naples. VOM FASS has committed to contributing 5% of all daily sales every Tuesday starting July 21st through the... - July 23, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
NAFA Voices Concern Over Vehicle Cyber Security, Report Confirms FLEETSolutions Article
Security experts stage remote car hacking event to call attention to present vehicle vulnerabilities. - July 22, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Vacation Bible School 2015 Sponsored by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, is offering a Vacation Bible School for children from July 31, 2015 to August 1, 2015 at the church premises. - July 22, 2015 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
NAFA Announces Leaders to Oversee Sustainable Fleet Accreditation Program
Development Committee to lead NAFA and its members with execution of Sustainable Program. - July 22, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The Geekie Awards Announces 2015 Nominees, Show to Air Live on October 15th, 2015 from New Venue Barker Airport Hangar
The Geekie Awards announces their 2015 award nominees, as well as the date of the 3rd annual show to air on October 15th, 2015 at a new venue, the privately owned Barker Airport Hangar in Santa Monica. - July 19, 2015 - The Geekie Awards LLC
Camp Casco - Enrollment Now Open for Massachusetts Pediatric Cancer Camp
New nonprofit offers getaway to the Berkshires to childhood cancer patients and survivors. - July 19, 2015 - Camp Casco
Friends of Hillsborough County Animal Services Announce Inaugural Tennis Tournament & Fundraiser
Friends of HCAS, Inc., (FoHCAS)a 501(c)3 non-profit organization announced their inaugural tennis tournament and fundraiser to be held September 26 & 27, 2015, at Buckhorn Springs Tennis & Swim Club, in Valrico, FL. All proceeds to benefit FoHCAS. The tournament consists of mens and ladies... - July 18, 2015 - Friends of Hillsborough County Animal Services, Inc
Register Today for South Jersey's First NJ Walks for Tourette Syndrome Event on Sept. 20
5k walk and family fun run in Medford Lakes will benefit NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome. - July 18, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Founder of Lions Tigers and Bears Sanctuary Recipient of Global Award for Sanctuary Excellence
The 2015 Carole Noon Award for Sanctuary Excellence award recipient was announced by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS). This year Bobbi Brink of Lions Tigers and Bears (LTB) was singled out for her widespread work dedicated to supporting the welfare of displaced exotic big cats and... - July 18, 2015 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Lutheran Services in America Represented the LSA Network at the 2015 White House Conference on Aging
On July 13, Lutheran Services in America (LSA) President and CEO Charlotte Haberaecker represented the LSA network at the 2015 White House Conference on Aging (WHCOA). This invitation only, once-a-decade forum took place at the White House, and brought together nearly 200 aging policy experts,... - July 17, 2015 - Lutheran Services in America
The Travelers Protective Association Raises $21,000 at Annual Meeting
Funds to assist with organization's scholarships. - July 17, 2015 - Travelers Protective Association
Local Dog Rescue Helping Dog That Requires Brain Surgery
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, recently rescued a sweet German Shorthaired Pointer. Shortly after being taken into the group's care, it was noted that Leigh was having a loss of balance and tilting her head excessively. An MRI revealed that she had a cyst on her brain. Her only chance of survival is to have surgery to remove it. - July 16, 2015 - Coming Home Rescue
Social Media Benefits Local Charity
Employee Leasing Strategies launches social media campaign benefiting The Arc Tampa Bay. - July 16, 2015 - The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation
Atlanta Symphony Associates Announce 2015 – 2016 Board of Directors
The Atlanta Symphony Associates (ASA), the all-volunteer guild of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO), today announces its Board of Directors for the 2015 – 2016 season. The new slate of leaders, joining Camille Kesler as President for the second year in a row, is committed to continuing the... - July 16, 2015 - Atlanta Symphony Associates
Two New 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund Grant Competitions Open Today
Partners of the Americas and NAFSA: Association of International Educators announced today the call for proposals for the seventh and eighth rounds of competitions of the 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund grants, which are open to higher education institutions (HEIs) throughout the... - July 15, 2015 - Partners of the Americas
Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Gives $750K Grant to SavingSpecies
$750,000 grant to Durham-based conservation non-profit will support habitat protection and restoration for endangered and rare species. - July 15, 2015 - SavingSpecies, Inc
Mary Magdalene Project Announces New Name and Partners with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office to Rebuild the Lives of Child Victims of Sex Traffickers
For more than 30 years, Journey Out (formerly Mary Magdalene Project) has been on the front lines in the tough fight to help victims become successful survivors of sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. Today, Journey Out is proud to announce that it will partner with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office to expand its programing to assist the youngest victims of this ever-growing crisis. - July 15, 2015 - Journey Out
Fall for Writing, San Diego Writers, Ink's Writer's Conference, Will Take Place September 11 Through 13, 2015
"Fall for Writing is a great time for aspiring writers to take that first writing class or experienced writers to try a different genre or take a class from a new instructor," said Kristen Fogle, Executive director of SDWI. Classes and workshops will cover everything from fiction, memoir... - July 13, 2015 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Los Angeles Charitable Foundation Summer Celebration Benefits Children of the Night
Children of the Night, a nonprofit dedicated to rescuing America’s children from the ravages of prostitution, has received a $30,000 donation from the Los Angeles chapter of The Charitable Foundation. For the second year in a row, the chapter’s donation was $10,000 over the previous... - July 12, 2015 - The Charitable Foundation
Nashville Church of Scientology Marks International Day of Friendship with Dialogue
International Day of Friendship was created to inspire peace and bridge building. On July 30th, the Church of Scientology will bring together a diverse crowd to dialogue for the occasion. - July 11, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Greater Morris Area Walk Now for Autism Speaks is Moving
Annual Greater Morris Area Walk Now for Autism Speaks will raise awareness and funds for Autism Advocacy, Research, and Services on Saturday, October 17th, 2015 at Giralda Farms in Madison. - July 11, 2015 - Autism Speaks, New Jersey Chapter
Drug-Free South Announces Upcoming Participation in National Night Out
Drug-Free South will participate in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs booklets. - July 11, 2015 - Drug Free South
Making Dreams Come True by Donating Over $30,000 to Make–A-Wish 10 Year Old Nico Fasold Holding 6th Annual Lemonade Stand to Benefit Make-A-Wish
Nico is entering his 6th year raising money for Make-A-Wish Connecticut by giving away lemonade at the end of his parents driveway. This years event will take place on July 18th at 109 Northwest Drive, Plainville, CT for 10am-2pm. All donations go directly to Make-A-Wish. If you can not make the event and would like to donate you may do so at, http://site.wish.org/site/TR?px=2930803&fr_id=1569&pg=personal. - July 10, 2015 - Nico's Lemonade Stand
People TV Atlanta Holds Summer Workshop Registration
People TV Atlanta is holding registration for summer television production workshops. - July 10, 2015 - People TV Inc
Save Our Cemeteries Undertakes "Open Tombs" Project at Lafayette Cemetery No. 2
Non-profit Combats Recent Vandalism at New Orleans’ Historic Central City Cemetery. - July 10, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Senior Prom Celebrated at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA - Five Points Branch Celebrates Seniors - July 09, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Y Increases Availability of Swim Lesson Scholarships in Rahway
The Y Helps the Rahway Children Learn to be Safe Around Water - July 09, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Orange County SPCA Rescues a Mother Dog and Her Pups from Deadly Situation
Recently, the Orange County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OCSPCA) took custody of Coco, a pit mix and her three remaining pups, after rescuing them from a deadly situation. Coco was severely beaten, having taken several hits to the face, and of her seven puppies four were allegedly drowned before help could arrive. Since being removed from the situation Coco and her pups, only a week old at the time of their rescue, have been living in temporary boarding at an animal hospital - July 09, 2015 - Orange County SPCA
NAFA Welcomes Sheryl Martin as New Chief Operations Officer
Former Director of Firm Practice Management for American Institute of Certified Public Accountants brings experience and energy to NAFA. - July 09, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Help Friends of Karen Send Children Back to School with Smiles
Friends of Karen, a children's charity that provides vital support to local families caring for a child battling cancer, aims to fill 800 backpacks for the upcoming school year. - July 09, 2015 - Friends of Karen
Breaking Barth Syndrome 2015
Local martial artists to break over 1000 boards in Fundraiser to Help Eradicate Rare Childhood Disease. - July 08, 2015 - Neill's Family Taekwondo and Fitness
TPG Partners with Jakarta Against Drug Counterfeiting
The Peterson Group, a non-profit organization campaigning against illegal production, manufacture, distribution, importation and exportation of counterfeit drugs across the globe has been taking step by step realization of its goals and aspirations by partnering with one of the world’s most... - July 08, 2015 - The Peterson Group
Community Invited to Tampa Church's Homecoming
Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church Invites the Community to an Ice Cream Extravaganza on July 18, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. as part of its Annual Homecoming Weekend 2015. - July 08, 2015 - Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
HOUR Movement Kicks Off Laundry WashUp Project July 11th
The Laundry WashUp project, which supports individuals and families in need by providing the funds and items necessary to wash and dry clothes, will take place from 10am to 1pm on Saturday at Fast Wash Laundromat on 1904 Hemphill St. - July 08, 2015 - HOUR Movement
Clarkson-Lorne Park Community to Celebrate the Opening of Pan Am/Para-Pan Am Games
In a celebration of Pan Am/Para-Pan Am Games, a "PanAmazing Fiesta" is being hosted by the Church of St. Bride, on the grounds of 1516 Clarkson Road North in Mississauga on the evening of July 10th. - July 08, 2015 - Church of St. Bride
Our Nation's Heroes Have Saved Over $10 Million
First responders, military members, healthcare workers and teachers have saved over $10 million by using Homes for Heroes® for their real estate needs. - July 07, 2015 - Homes for Heroes
Sunday Assembly Presents: Brain Function and Neurotechnology
How does the brain store information? Put another way, what changes in the brain when we learn something? Related to all this, what is the national BRAIN Initiative and what will we learn from it? What will Neurotechnology do for us? Go-Pro for the brain? Join Sunday Assembly San Diego on 7/26 at 11am to learn more. - July 07, 2015 - Sunday Assembly San Diego
Partners for the Community at The Gateway Family YMCA
Joann Rajoppi, Union County Clerk, Presents Donation to The Gateway Family YMCA’s Annual Support Campaign. - July 07, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
USA Swimming Foundation Announces 2015 Grant Recipients
The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch among award recipients - July 07, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Grand Court of New York, the Order of the Amaranth, Announces New Grand Officers
The Grand Court of New York, The Order of the Amaranth, State of New York is proud to introduce the new Grand Royal Matron, HL Susan Johns Greenfield and Grand Royal Patron, SK Steven Joyce 2015- 2016. The installation of officers took place at Hudson Valley Resort and Spa on Saturday, May 16th,... - July 06, 2015 - Grand Court of New York, The Order of the Amaranth
Children in Rahway Learn Water Safety at the Y
The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch increases availability of scholarships for swim lessons - July 05, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Church of Scientology Hosts 4th of July Community Barbecue
The Nashville Church of Scientology joins the celebration of Independence Day. - July 04, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Musician Melanie Safka Signs on as Drug-Free Ambassador
Foundation for a Drug-Free World joined by internationally renowned singer/songwriter Melanie Safka. - July 04, 2015 - Drug Free South
Fourth Annual Power Walk for Dress for Success to Bring Fitness and Empowerment to Women in Tampa Bay
Dress for Success Tampa Bay, a non-profit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women, announces The 4th Annual Power Walk for Dress for Success, which will take place at Westfield Citrus Park on Saturday, July 11, 2015. - July 04, 2015 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Anti-Predator Project is Launching a New Fundraising Campaign #APP4JUSTICE
Anti-Predator Project is starting a new fundraising campaign with the hashtag #APP4JUSTICE. Anti-Predator Project’s campaign will raise awareness on human trafficking issues and will feature missing persons cases- including short video clips of testimonies from persons close to or related to... - July 03, 2015 - Anti Predator Project
Living Out Unique Dreams’ 2nd Annual Black-Tie Gala to be Held on July 25, 2015
Living Out Unique Dreams (L.O.U.D.), a program of United Charitable Programs (UCP), is holding their 2nd Annual Black-Tie Gala to raise funds to help the at-risk youth within the Kissimmee, Florida community. - July 03, 2015 - United Charitable Programs
Ninety and Keeping a Strong Beat at The Arc Tampa Bay
Don Orchard, volunteer for The Arc Tampa Bay, will be celebrating his 90th birthday on July 8th at the TRAP Drumming Class. - July 03, 2015 - The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation