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Charity Tournament Benefits Developmentally Disabled

The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation will host its 15th Annual Golf Classic on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at Belleair Country Club. Proceeds will benefit The Arc Tampa Bay, area leader in providing services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in our community. The mission of... - August 12, 2016 - The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation

Select Teachers Launches State of the ESL Industry Survey

Shanghai-based Select Teachers today launched its State of the ESL Industry Survey for teachers who teach English as a Second Language. The survey; the first of its kind is designed to gather global data on working conditions throughout the industry, including everything from class sizes and... - August 12, 2016 - Select Teachers

BizWorld.org Expands to the Middle East

BizWorld.org, an international non-profit providing entrepreneurship and financial education programs for elementary and middle school children, announced today that it has expanded to the United Arab Emirates. The UAE’s BizWorld start-up effort is headed by businesswoman and non-profit... - August 11, 2016 - BizWorld.org

Friends of Yemin Orde Releases 2015 Annual Report

Annual Report contains financial information and inspiring stories about donors, graduates and dedicated staff, plus honor roll of supporters and complete staff listing. - August 10, 2016 - Friends of Yemin Orde

YourCause Volunteers Support United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #4

The Staff from YourCause, provider of CSRconnect Employee Engagement Platform, and their families participated in a volunteer event with Community Partners of Dallas to provide new school supplies and uniforms to over 2,500 Dallas County children. YourCause chose this day of service to align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4: to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. - August 08, 2016 - YourCause, LLC

San Diego Natives Compete in Ironman Coeur d’Alene to Raise Funds for Dream Foundation

Iron Dreams hopes to raise $50,000 to fulfill 30 Dreams. - August 06, 2016 - Dream Foundation

The Heights Center Hosts Hurricane Party & Rum Drink Competition Sunday, August 21

The Heights Center is hosting a Hurricane Party & Rum Drink Competition on Sunday, August 21 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at The Heights Center, located at 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers. The public is invited to join local bartenders who will compete for the best cocktail. Guests will have the... - August 06, 2016 - The Heights Foundation

Iankovskyi Foundation Has Supported the Families of IDP by Offering Sanative Trips to Their Children

“The childhood is not to be menaced by the war, because the new and growing generation of Ukrainians is our common future, that we should protect with care and attention”, - that is the opinion of the patron of the National Charity Foundation “Initiative for the Future,” Igor Iankovskyi. - August 05, 2016 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation

North Dakota State University Joins Lutheran Services in America Great Plains Senior Services Collaborative

Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA) is pleased to announce an exciting addition to the Great Plains Senior Services Collaborative. North Dakota State University (NDSU), a top-100 research institution, will be the independent evaluator tasked with quantifying the impact of the... - August 04, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America

Care For Friends Announces Date for Fall Fundrasier

Organization plans to raise level of services to homelessness with stronger foundation. - August 04, 2016 - Care For Friends

100th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme Commemorative Dinner

Celebrating Canada’s Military Heritage and Supporting Youth Education - August 04, 2016 - PPCLI Foundation

The Truth About Drugs - Giving People the Chance to Make Informed Choices

Volunteers from Drug-Free World South West provide public with the truth about drugs. - August 03, 2016 - Foundation for a Drug Free World

530 Fullerton Foundation Rebrands as Care For Friends

Organization chooses new name to better reflect scope of homeless services provided. - July 28, 2016 - Care For Friends

Linda Stefani Joins the Graham's Foundation Team

She brings her operational experience in the financial and investment spheres as the organization's newly-named Operations Coordinator. - July 27, 2016 - Graham's Foundation

S&H: Sharing Shoes and Happiness to 3,000 World Vision Children

S&H and World Vision have partnered to provide children in Batangas and Cavite new shoes this school year. Many of the children received their very first pair through the partnership, while others were glad to replace their already worn-out footwear. Children from Cavite were among the first... - July 27, 2016 - World Vision Development Foundation Inc Philippines

World Vision, Philam Life Help Children Through "Legacy Gift"

World Vision and Philam Life are providing sponsors the gift of leaving a legacy - by allowing them to help sponsored children throughout the rest of their lifetime and beyond. - July 27, 2016 - World Vision Development Foundation Inc Philippines

Experts Gather in Phoenix, Arizona for the 20th International Perinatal Bereavement Conference

Professionals, researchers, and parent advocates in the field of perinatal bereavement will be meeting for the 20th International Perinatal Bereavement Conference (IPBC) being held September 28th to October 1st, 2016, in Phoenix, Arizona. The conference theme, "From Dawn to Dusk:... - July 23, 2016 - Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death Alliance

American Veterans Committee Partners with Operation Making Careers Possible

American Veterans Committee will partner with Operation Making Careers Possible (Operation MCP) to help veterans, nationally and globally, prepare them to succeed in their search for jobs as they transition from the military into their civilian careers by referring members seeking assistance with... - July 22, 2016 - Operation MCP

LSA Forms National Collaboration with The Arc of the United States to Support Aging Caregivers and Their Family Members with Disabilities to Plan for the Future

Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA), is proud to collaborate with The Arc of the United States’ Center for Future Planning on an initiative to connect older caregivers who support a family member with intellectual and developmental disability to future planning resources. The... - July 21, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America

Journey from Business Start-Up to Success with the Entrepreneurial Spirit Program (E$P)

Limited seating available for Dress for Success SW Florida’s business conference - July 20, 2016 - Dress for Success SWFL

The Raw Beauty Project Celebrates Beauty, Power, and Passion with Los Angeles Exhibit Debut Sept. 17, 2016

The Raw Beauty Project is an innovative photo exhibit that celebrates women with disabilities. The goal of the exhibit is to redefine perceptions of beauty, educate audiences, and empower all women. The Raw Beauty Project advocates for inclusion and inspires all to embrace their beauty, own their power, and live their passion. The Project launched an Indiegogo campaign on June 20 to raise funds for the LA exhibit at Paul Mitchell The School – Pasadena, to be held on Sept.17, 2016. - July 19, 2016 - The Raw Beauty Project

JCI Global President Comes to Wilmington for Peace Forum

President Dike to address Jaycees and Wilmingtonians on strategies, solutions. The Wilmington Jaycees are hosting the global president of their parent organization, Junior Chamber International (JCI), on Friday, July 29th at their clubhouse (1309 North Scott Street) for a forum on peacebuilding. - July 19, 2016 - Wilmington Jaycees

Black Belt Community Foundation's Legacy Awards - The Alabama Black Belt Comes to Birmingham's Harbert Center, October 22, 2015

The Black Belt Community Foundation Announces Its October 22, 2015 Legacy Awards Dinner and Fundraiser Honoring Three of Its Heroes, Board Member Justice John England Jr. and Retiring Board Members and Founders George McMillan Jr. and Dr. Carol Zippert - July 13, 2016 - Black Belt Community Foundation

Atlantic University to Offer a Master of Arts in Transpersonal Psychology

Atlantic University (Atlantic) announced today that they have received approval to change the title of their degree program from Master of Arts (MA) in Transpersonal Studies to Master of Arts (MA) in Transpersonal Psychology, a more widely understood and accepted designation. - July 13, 2016 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.

Kristin Vollmer Named Principal of The Harlem Heights Community Charter School

Kristin Vollmer has been named principal of Lee County’s newest tuition-free public charter school. The Harlem Heights Community Charter School, located at The Heights Center, 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers, will serve kids kindergarten through grade 3 beginning in August. Vollmer has more... - July 13, 2016 - The Heights Foundation

The Presentation of the Ukrainian Сinema Has Been Held for the First Time in History of the 51st Karlovy Vary International Film Festival

On July 6, the Head of the Ukrainian state film agency, Mr. Philip Illienko, jointly with philanthropist Mr. Igor Iankovskyi, the founder of the NGO “Initiative for the Future,” held a presentation on contemporary Ukrainian cinema for the first time in the festival’s history. It reunited Ukrainian and international producers, directors, journalists and members of the international festivals' screening committees. - July 12, 2016 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation

Going Places Network to Help Women Prepare for Their Dream Career

Dress for Success SW Florida and Walmart Foundation host free orientation event. - July 09, 2016 - Dress for Success SWFL

Igor Iankovskyi Has Announced the Winners of IVth National Children’s Drawing Contest "Ukraine: the Way to Peace!"

The Ukrainian House has accommodated the solemn prize-awarding ceremony of the IVth National children’s drawing contest, conducted by the Igor Iankovskyi charity foundation “Initiative for the Future” for the fourth year in a row. - July 08, 2016 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity 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

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

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

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

Brian Boru Pilgrimage Launched by O’Brien Clan

The O’Brien Clan Foundation recently completed its inaugural pilgrimage to Ireland and followed the historic journey of Brian Boru, the country’s High King over 1,000 years ago. In April, members of the Clan Foundation conducted in an eight-day guided tour across Ireland’s... - July 01, 2016 - O'Brien Clan Foundation

Akshaya Patra Launches Mobile App

Now make donations to Akshaya Patra from your android and iOS mobile phone. - July 01, 2016 - The Akshaya Patra Foundation

The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Hosts 10th Annual Golf Classic

The Michigan Council of Women in Technology will host its 10th Annual Golf Classic to raise funds for its robust programs, supporting and inspiring women/girls to enter, and stay, in the technology field. The event takes place on July 25, 2016 from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Indianwood Golf Course in Lake Orion, Michigan. Registration is open at www.mcwt.org - June 30, 2016 - Michigan Council of Women in Technology

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

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

Amy Ziering Hosts The Hunting Ground Sexual Assault Documentary

Emmy Award-Winning Producer Amy Ziering to Host Austin Screening of College Sexual Assault Documentary, The Hunting Ground. - June 24, 2016 - Survive2Thrive Foundation

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

Poets Choice Publishing is Proud to Launch the Fourth Collection of Poetry by W. M. Rivera, Featuring Art Work by Master Painter, Miguel Condé: CAFÉ SELECT

Poets Choice Publishing working with the WilliamMeredithFoundation.org, has recently been established to promote high quality poetry by established and emerging poets, including this year's 2016 Meredith Award for Poetry presented to Gray Jacobik. William Rivera's latest collection, CAFÉ SELECT continues the publishers dedication to challenging voices for serious readers of poetry and fiction. Poets-Choice.com - June 23, 2016 - The William Meredith Foundation

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

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

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

MemorialCare Breast Center at Saddleback Opens New Breast Center in Irvine

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