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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
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
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
Invitation to an Afternoon of Art and Poetry
The William Meredith Foundation extends an invitation for an afternoon of art and poetry, November 18 from 2-4 at the Writer’s Center (4508 Walsh St., Bethesda, Md. 20815) Previous recipients of the Meredith Award for Poetry, the Valentine Krustev Award for Translation and the Nancy Frankel... - October 25, 2023 - The William Meredith Foundation
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
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
Black Belt Community Foundation Annual Throw & Go Football Contest Returns
Participants Have a Chance to Win Iron Bowl Tickets While Funding Community Grants. - October 13, 2023 - Black Belt Community Foundation
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
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
Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. to Receive the 2023 Medal of Glory Award
Reverend Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon, receives 2023 Medal of Glory Award from the Foundation for Democracy in Africa. Recognized for advancing civil rights, human rights, and democracy in Africa, as well as his role in the African Growth and Opportunity Act. A unifying figure, he's celebrated for bridging divides and promoting inclusivity. The award ceremony takes place during the AfrICANDO U.S.-Africa Trade & Investment Conference Expo on October 27, 2023, in Miami. - August 27, 2023 - The Foundation for Democracy in Africa
Dr. Condoleezza Rice to Receive the 2023 Medal of Glory Award
Dr. Condoleezza Rice, Tad and Dianne Taube Director at Stanford University's Hoover Institution, will be honored with the 2023 Medal of Glory Award by The Foundation for Democracy in Africa (FDA). Recognized for exceptional leadership and lifelong dedication in academia, democracy, and human rights, Dr. Rice's contributions include serving as U.S. National Security Advisor and Secretary of State. The award ceremony will take place during the 24th Annual AfrICANDO. - August 26, 2023 - The Foundation for Democracy in Africa
WAVES Project, Inc. Celebrates 10 Years of Transforming Veterans' Lives Through Scuba Diving
WAVES Project is celebrating their 10 year anniversary; having worked with over 1000 veterans with service connected injuries. Their motto is Recover, through Adventure; Discover, our Underwater World; Rebuild, Families and Relationships. Operating in Southern California, Houston Texas and South Florida Veterans experience the healing properties of aquatic therapy through SCUBA diving. Any veteran with a VA rating and approval from their doctor may be accepted in the program. - August 26, 2023 - WAVES Project
Uncommon Grit Foundation Celebrating Its Fifth Annual Bone Frog Open Golf and Music Weekend
Sponsors and foursomes are invited to be a part of this epic event. - August 19, 2023 - Uncommon Grit Foundation
Carol Sharp Appointed President & CEO of The Night Ministry
Human services leader Carol J. Sharp has been named President & CEO of The Night Ministry, an innovative provider of services to Chicago's unhoused population. - August 11, 2023 - The Night Ministry
Boleskine House Earns Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2023 Award
Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, has awarded Boleskine House a Travelers’ Choice Award for 2023. The award directly represents the high quality of experience that visitors to the historical site have had over the last year. Tripadvisor gives a Travelers’... - August 10, 2023 - The Boleskine House Foundation
Philanthropist Venisha Arnold Founder of The Nonprofit Organization Persistence is The Key Continues to Inspire & Giveback
Venisha Arnold continues to inspire & giveback with the launching of The Arnold Foundation/Henry’s Place a scholarship fund and "Persistence is The Key! The Podcast" an inspirational podcast which provides a platform by sharing stories of prominent individuals who overcame obstacles & difficulties to accomplish their goals and to win in life. - August 08, 2023 - Persistence is The Key
The ALS Therapy Development Institute and Unite Genomics Partner to Integrate Electronic Health Records Into the ALS Research Collaborative
The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) is partnering with Unite Genomics, a leading healthcare data analytics company, to integrate electronic health record (EHR) data into the ALS Research Collaborative (ARC) via Unite Genomics’ state-of-the-art healthcare data access and analytics... - August 02, 2023 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Cavaliers CEO Nic Barlage, Pfizer Chairman and CEO Albert Bourla, Levi Strauss and Co. President Michelle Gass Among 2023 Hosts for Jeff Ubben Posse Fellows Program
Ubben Fellows Program Awards Summer Executive Internships to Posse Foundation Scholars. - July 27, 2023 - The Posse Foundation
International Turan Games Committee: A Modern Take on Ancient Ethnic Sports
Farid Alizade founded the International Turan Games Committee to promote modern competitions based on traditional ethnic sports with ancient roots. He conducted research on ancient game types of peoples in Eurasia, leading to the creation of the Turan Games. - July 16, 2023 - International Turan Games Committee (ITGC)
Board of Directors Announcement of Managing Director Resignation
It is with both sadness and gratitude that the Board of Directors announces Rima Žiūraitis’ departure as Managing Director of Friends of Blue/Yellow Ukraine USA NFP 501(c)(3). - June 15, 2023 - Friends of Blue Yellow Ukraine USA NFP, Inc
Blue/Yellow USA Announces Two New Board Members
Blue/Yellow USA is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board members: Igor Rubchinsky and Casey Kazlauskas, who will help support Blue/Yellow's mission to provide non-lethal and humanitarian aid to Ukraine including the procurement/distribution of required aid, financial support, and... - June 15, 2023 - Friends of Blue Yellow Ukraine USA NFP, Inc
PAWS NY Receives a $100,000 Grant from the ASPCA
PAWS NY received the grant at their annual Barks & Blooms Benefit in New York City. - June 12, 2023 - PAWS NY
Christopher Hibma Appointed as Global Director of Videos for Change
Videos for Change, an initiative of the not-for-profit Human Responsibility Accelerator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Hibma, also known as Topher, as the new Global Director. With his extensive background in the arts, culture, and social impact sectors, Hibma will lead... - June 10, 2023 - Videos for Change
Foster Care Advocates, Parents, Leaders Come Together in Orlando to "Be the Difference"
Florida FAPA Unveils Annual Education Conference: Rob Scheer to Inspire as Keynote Speaker, Secretary Shevaun Harris to Lead Panel - June 08, 2023 - Speak Up for Kids
The Shyne Awards Foundation to Recognize 2023 Award Winners at 14th Annual Premiere Ceremony
Awards recognize achievements and positive influence of young adults on their communities. - June 07, 2023 - The Shyne Awards Foundation
Chad Blomgren, U.S. Army Veteran and Gilead Sciences Senior Director, Joins Dream Foundation Board
Blomgren joins the Board of Directors of the national adult dream-granting organization. - June 07, 2023 - Dream Foundation
Adoptions From The Heart Announces Its 33rd Annual Family Picnic
Bringing families of adoption together to celebrate with AFTH. - June 02, 2023 - Adoptions From The Heart
Adoptions From The Heart Annual Family Picnic
Bringing families together to celebrate adoption with AFTH - June 02, 2023 - Adoptions From The Heart
New Book Exposes U.S. Failure to Clean up Gasoline & Develop Alternatives
"Gasolinegate: What's in Our Gasoline is Killing Us" is about the struggle to break the United States' dependence on petroleum, reliance on gasoline, and their consequential impacts on public health and the economy. - May 30, 2023 - Burl Haigwood
PAWS NY Partners with NYC Aging for Volunteer Connections
The two groups will collaborate to connect NYC Aging volunteers with PAWS NY clients and pets across New York City. - May 30, 2023 - PAWS NY
Letters For Our Elders Announces Collaboration with 10 New Senior Care Facilites All Across Connecticut
Granby, CT - James Crocker, founder of nonprofit organization, Letters for our Elders is excited to announce their organizations' exciting new collaborations. - May 24, 2023 - Letters For Our Elders
Field & Fork Network Receives $2 Million Appropriation in New York State Budget to Expand Double Up Food Bucks NY
Funding helps combat food insecurity and supports New York farmers Field & Fork Network is pleased to announce that it has been included in the New York State budget for the second year in a row. The organization received bipartisan support for a $2 million appropriation that will help expand its Double Up Food Bucks NY program. Double Up is a vital program that increases food access by connecting New York farmers, grocers, and residents who use the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. - May 17, 2023 - Field & Fork Network
Rising Interest Rates and Multifamily Real Estate: an In-Depth Conversation on The Capital Playbook Podcast
Join The Capital Playbook Podcast on May 11, 2023, 11:00 AM CST as host Charles Williams and guest Tyler Bynum discuss the impact of rising interest rates on the multifamily real estate market. They'll address the gap between buyer and seller expectations, factors affecting net operating income, and potential rental rate trends. Gain valuable insights to navigate the evolving market. - May 11, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
A Savage Speakeasy for Breast Cancer Patients
An annual fundraiser will occur on May 20 from 6-10 pm at J&J Contractors located at 6600 Schoolway in Greendale. Wine tasting stations, local beer, heavy appetizers and live entertainment in a historic, 1930's refurbished police and fire station setting. Ticket cost directly supports a local person through breast cancer by providing a sustaining, monthly allowance toward a day-to-day need. - May 08, 2023 - Savage Support Corp.
WGI Experts Discuss Engineering in Commercial Real Estate on The Capital Playbook Podcast
On this episode of The Capital Playbook, Charles Williams speaks with Marcia Alvarado and Mike Oler from WGI about engineering in commercial real estate. With their nationwide leadership in technology-based solutions for public infrastructure construction and real estate development, WGI's expertise and services are unmatched. Listen in to gain valuable insights into the industry and learn from the experts. - May 04, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Cyclists Ride Through MA, NH, and ME in Tri-State Trek to Benefit ALS Research
June 24-25, cyclists of all levels are invited to participate in the Tri-State Trek, a New England cycling event raising funds for cutting-edge research to end ALS. - May 03, 2023 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
AI Revolutionizes Homelessness Solutions: Project PRC Uses ChatGPT to Aid 1,000 Families
Project PRC, a Texas-based nonprofit, is implementing AI language model ChatGPT to develop innovative strategies for fighting homelessness in America. With a goal to help 1,000 families this year, Project PRC implements AI-generated solutions such as affordable housing, prevention programs, and job creation. Support Project PRC's mission by donating at https://projectprc.org/donate and make a difference in the lives of those affected by homelessness. - May 01, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Discover Your Path to Financial Freedom with Kennedale Oaks Investment Opportunity; Capital Playbook Podcast Show Episode 44 Premieres Today
Don't miss out on this insightful episode, "Join Our Investment Opportunity at Kennedale Oaks and Experience Financial Freedom," premiering today at 11:00 AM CST on YouTube and everywhere else podcasts are available. - April 27, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Fight ALS Film Fest Aims to Continue the Momentum to Beat ALS
The second annual Festival will explore universal themes of life-changing diseases through examination of ALS. - April 26, 2023 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
PAWS NY Releases Spanish-Language Video as Part of Maddie’s Fund Open Arms Challenge
The organization continues its outreach to Spanish-speaking New Yorkers, after releasing a webpage and printed materials in Spanish for those in need. - April 18, 2023 - PAWS NY
Moms Store Nepal Launches New Mobile App for Sustainable Buying and Selling of Used Clothes
Moms Store Nepal, a leading online marketplace for maternity and baby products, announced today the launch of its new mobile app, Momtah that provides a convenient way for users to buy and sell used clothes while measuring their carbon footprint. The app is designed to help users make more... - April 17, 2023 - Moms Store Nepal
The Benefits of ERC Tax Credits = FREE MONEY for Small Businesses. Watch The Capital Playbook Podcast Show Episode 42 Premiere.
Do you like free money? Watch this week's episode featuring "Employee Retention Credit," with our guests Terry Bleistein and Jason Pratt. The ERC is a fully refundable tax credit available to businesses that were impacted by COVID-19. The total ERC benefit per employee can be up to $26,000. - April 13, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
OutcomesX Marketplace Launches with Deal to Move Funding Directly to Ukrainian NGOs Struggling to Access International Aid; $2 Million Committed by UBS Optimus Foundation
OutcomesX, a first-of-its-kind social outcomes marketplace, launched today with a deal to transfer $2 million in relief donations from UBS Optimus Foundation clients and employees directly to local NGOs in Ukraine that are providing education and mental health services to children in-country. This... - April 13, 2023 - OutcomesX
Project PRC Corporation Launches New Fundraising Campaign to Raise $3 Million Dollars to Help Fight Homelessness Across America
Homelessness in America has reached horrendous volumes recently across the nation. Project PRC Corporation, a nonprofit organization focused on developing apartment communities, student housing, low to moderate income housing, and workforce housing, has announced the launch of a new fundraising... - April 11, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Black Belt Community Foundation Announces 2023 Arts Grant Cycle
The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) is excited to announce its 2023 Arts Grant Cycle. Community-based organizations from Bullock, Choctaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, and Wilcox Counties are encouraged to apply. The BBCF aims to support... - April 09, 2023 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Minor Use Foundation Announces New Mission and Vision Statements
On March 30, 2023, the Minor Use Foundation announced new mission and vision statements that will help govern decision making over the coming years and better reflect the alignment of the Foundation’s work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). - March 30, 2023 - Minor Use Foundation, Inc.
TRHT Selma Announces Dates for Levitt AMP Concert Series
Selma joins other Levitt AMP Concert Series cities across the U.S. - March 28, 2023 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Watch Reducing the Carbon Footprint in Commercial Real Estate
The Capital Playbook, a leading podcast show covering business and finance, is proud to announce the premiere of Episode 39 titled "Reducing the Carbon Footprint in Commercial Real Estate." The episode will be available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms starting March 23, 2023, at 11:00 AM CST. - March 23, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
PAWS NY Returns to Monarch Rooftop for 2023 Barks & Blooms Benefit to Raise Money for People and Pets in Need
This year’s fundraising event, sponsored by PetPlate, will take place on Tuesday, April 25, from 6:30-9:00pm, and tickets are now on sale. - March 21, 2023 - PAWS NY
Delta Soul Clothing Company Brings Mississippi Delta Style to Fashion
Delta Soul, a new clothing company inspired by the sights and sounds of the Mississippi Delta, has officially launched its line of stylish apparel. Co-founders John and Mary Helms, who hail from Greenwood and Holcomb respectively, have designed a collection of clothing that pays homage to the... - March 17, 2023 - Salty Soul Foundation