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O.U.R Announces Kaskade as Rescue Ambassador
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R) is excited to announce that Kaskade is an official ambassador for the cause, which saves children sold into slavery as sex slaves, laborers or anything else. Kaskade will be involved in bringing awareness to this growing fight. Kaskade, AKA Ryan Raddon is an... - April 09, 2015 - Operation Underground Railroad
$1 Million Donation Will Expand Health Center at Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E. on 67th Street
Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E. received a $1 million pledge from Cassina “Cassie” Tarsia of Oceanside, Calif., to create the “Tarsia Center,” a transcendent healing center with holistic programs designed to facilitate emotional processing, body-mind-spirit integration, and... - April 09, 2015 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
April is the Month of the Young Child: Governor Scott Walker Issues Proclamation
April 2015 has been proclaimed the "Month of the Young Child" by Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker. The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) collaborates with many state and regional stakeholders to safeguard children's physical and emotional well-being during this critical developmental stage. - April 09, 2015 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Women Doing It Big Conference Does It Bigger in 2015 - Lil' Mo, Angela Yee, Myesha Chaney to Headline
Celebrated Author and Entrepreneur Dr. Tiana Von Johnson’s Signature Event to Feature Celebrity Master Classes, Engaging Activities for the Mind, Body, Spirit and More- - April 07, 2015 - Von's World Media Group
The One of a Kind Open Day at JK Business School Gives Aspirants Real PGDM Experience in a Day
JK Business School held its first Open Day on 28th March to help management aspirants get a first hand PGDM experience in a day. It is one of a kind initiative for B Schools in the country and JKBS, based in the busy industrial hub of Gurgaon, led the way once again. As the news about the... - April 06, 2015 - JK Education Foundation
“Blues by the Bay” Presenting Sponsor Announced
The Heights Foundation is pleased to announce Lily & Co. Jewelry Gallery as the Title Sponsor for the Inaugural Blues by the Bay. “Blues by the Bay”, an evening of live music, excellent food and drinks, will be held Tuesday, April 7, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the... - April 01, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation Hosts the 2015 Ladies Legacy Luncheon “Embracing Life Intertwined with Community Service”
In recognition of exceptional charitable and civic community service, the Carolyn E. Parker Foundation is honoring extraordinary Legacy Leading Women. Honorees will be recognized Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. at the Victorian Candle, 25065 Peregrine Way, Hollywood, MD. - March 30, 2015 - The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation
Knock Out Domestic Violence Presents Day of Learning and Empowerment
Dress for Success Community Action project raises funds for ACT. - March 27, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
“Party With A Purpose-2” to Benefit Dress for Success SW Florida
Dress for Success SW Florida is hosting another fantastic event that will benefit disadvantaged women in the community. - March 27, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
The Institute for Science and Human Values Presents Dying Without Deity-Perspectives on Death and Dying Symposium
To date there has been little discussion and less research as to how self believers experience the dying process and death. What are some of the problems and discrimination Secular Humanists face during one of life’s most difficult journeys? How does one access support when it is needed? How widespread are these problems and what can be done to alleviate them? Join ISHV's cadre of experienced speakers as the issues and suggested solutions are explored and shared. - March 26, 2015 - Institute for Science and Human Values, Inc
JK Business School Organises Govind Hari Singhania Memorial Lecture and Alumni Meet
JK Business School (JKBS) today organised a lecture in memory of its founder, Chairman, Shri Goviond Hari Singhania of the JK Group. The lecture was delivered at JKBS Campus in Gurgaon by Maj. Gen. DN Khurana, AVSM (Retired), a renowned luminary of corporate affairs and management... - March 26, 2015 - JK Education Foundation
New Jersey School District Teaching Entrepreneurial Skills to All Third Graders
Edison Township Public Schools implementing BizWorld.org entrepreneurship program in every third grade classroom throughout the district. - March 23, 2015 - BizWorld.org
Last Chance to Purchase Discounted Tickets for PURSEonality Event
Nearly 500 gently used and designer handbags to be sold to raise funds for Dress for Success SW Florida and Blessings in a Backpack. - March 22, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
"Silence" Offers No Hope, No Purpose, No Inspiration
Foster Care statistics are staggering. *50% of girls in foster care get pregnant within years of aging out; *74% of former foster kids are in the US prison; *50% of fosters are incarcerated two years after aging out; *80% of youths on death row are fosters; 30% of the homeless in America were once in foster care; *40% of foster children are white; *34% are black; *18% are Hispanic. *Statistics provided by the US Admin. for Children & Families, US Dept. of Justice, the Casey Foundation, ABC News. - March 21, 2015 - Foster A Voice, LLC
Pupils Harness Wind Power with the Smallpeice Trust at Kirklees College, Huddersfield
Students from the West Yorkshire schools of Almondbury High, Castle Hall and Holmfirm High put their science, technology, engineering and maths skills to the test in a one-day Wind Turbine challenge supported by Tomorrow’s Engineers and delivered by educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust. - March 20, 2015 - The Smallpeice Trust
Dr. Will Sawyer Unveils a Historic Announcement in Charleston, SC at APTR Conference
Dr. Will Sawyer and his right hand Henry the Hand Champion Handwasher went down to Charleston, South Carolina to announce the greatest public health innovation since Ignaz Semmelweis and handwashing in the 1860's. "It will prevent epidemics and even a Pandemic," said Dr. Sawyer. Imagine... - March 20, 2015 - The Henry the Hand Foundation
“Blues by the Bay” to Support The Children of Our Community
“Blues by the Bay”, an evening of live music, excellent food and drinks, will be held Tuesday, April 7, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the waterfront Sanibel home of Sandy Stilwell. Guests will enjoy samplings from Sanibel’s finest restaurants including Bailey’s,... - March 20, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
PBTF Salutes Honda for 25th Year of Support
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation is grateful to American Honda for 25 years of support in the fight against childhood brain tumors. When the company’s Honda Riders Club of America became the presenting sponsor of the PBTF’s Ride for Kids program in 1991, the event was able to... - March 20, 2015 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Denver Nonprofit, Gwen Stefani, Urban Decay Unite for Women: Urban Decay Taps Stefani, Denver’s Karen Sugar in Initiative for Global Women’s Rights
Karen Sugar, founder of Denver-based Women's Global Empowerment Fund, will be teaming up with recording artist Gwen Stefani and cosmetics manufacturer, Urban Decay, to promote women's empowerment around the globe. - March 18, 2015 - Women's Global Empowerment Fund
Rajesh Patel Discusses How His Education at JKBS Helped Him Get a Dream Placement
The best thing about JKBS was the presence of camaraderie between batch mates, as well as teachers. Here, students not only acquire knowledge in different domains, but they also get a lot of opportunities to learn from people in the industry through knowledge sessions and extracurricular activities that are quite helpful. - March 16, 2015 - JK Education Foundation
Sip in Style Fashion Bash Returns to the Bell Tower Shops
Spring Fashion Show to Benefit Local Charities: Dress for Success and Blessings in a Backpack - March 15, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Entrepreneur Donates “Let’s Make a Deal” Winnings to Tigerlily Foundation
At 10:00 AM EDT Thursday, resident and owner of Design Her Girls design firm, Dawn Espinoza was featured on the CBS Game Show, “Let’s Make a Deal”- with Celebrity Comedian and Host, Wayne Brady. Espinoza won $1,000 on the show, after which she announced that she would be donating... - March 14, 2015 - Tigerlily Foundation
Charity Art Show by Tagore Foundation at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
Tagore Foundation (www.tagorefoundation.org), a registered not-for-profit that works towards empowerment of youth, is showcasing the work of aspiring artists at the Convention Foyer in India Habitat Centre located on Lodhi Road in New Delhi, from March 11-13. The exhibition that is open for public... - March 13, 2015 - Tagore Foundation
Dream Foundation’s Flower Empower Luncheon Will Raise Funds for Community Program that Delivers Hope and Compassion to Thousands of Local Residents
Annual event celebrates dedicated volunteers who assemble and deliver 150 fresh bouquets a week to hospices, cancer centers, nursing homes and personal residences throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura County - March 13, 2015 - Dream Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from The Siragusa Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from The Siragusa Foundation. This grant will provide support for a broad range of enrichment activities for students with special needs at the ECF Kayne Eras School. Enrichment activities are designed to... - March 11, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation Presents a Night at the Carribean
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation is proud to announce its 3rd Annual Gala Fundraising Event. The event will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 8:00pm-12:00am at Elements Eatery & Mixology (formerly The Tides Restaurant & Lounge), located at 46580 Expedition Dr., Lexington Park, MD... - March 09, 2015 - The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation
The Heights Foundation and Lee Reefs Present 2nd Annual LionFish Fest – Feast on the Beast
The Heights Foundation and Lee Reefs are hosting the 2nd Annual “Lionfish Fest – Feast on the Beast.” On Sunday, March 29 from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. at The Heights Center, the public is invited to join celebrated local chefs that will present a unique twist on Florida fare... - March 08, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation Receives Grant from Variety The Children’s Charity Southern California
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from Variety The Children’s Charity of Southern California. This grant will provide early intervention services and family support services to young children with special needs in ECF’s Early Start... - March 06, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Tickets Are Now on Sale for PURSEonality
Event raises funds for Dress for Success SW Florida and Blessings in a Backpack. - March 05, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
PBTF Names Early Career Development Grant Awardees
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation has awarded its first Early Career Development grants to three up-and-coming pediatric brain tumor researchers studying medulloblastoma and ependymoma. These awards support talented pediatric brain tumor researchers who are early in their career. The recipients... - March 05, 2015 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
The Society of Foreign Consuls in New York Hosts Annual Award Ceremony on March 6, 2015 in New York City
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, 20 women from different countries will be recognized by The Society of Foreign Consuls in New York City. This year the annual event is hosted by Consulate General of Slovakia in New York. - March 04, 2015 - Blue Horizon International
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from Bank of America Charitable Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. This generous grant will provide support for general operating activities with a focus on supported employment, ECF’s career placement services program... - March 04, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from Disability Communications Fund
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Disability Communications Fund. This generous grant will provide interactive whiteboards in ECF Kayne Eras School classrooms. “ECF is grateful for the support from the Disability Communications... - March 04, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation Presents the ALL for Alzheimer’s Wine Tasting Event
The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation, in partnership with the Port of Leonardtown Winery, is proud to host an All for Alzheimer’s Wine Tasting Event. This event will be held on Friday, March 13, 2015 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Port of Leonardtown Winery, 23190 Newtowne Neck Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650 - March 03, 2015 - The Carolyn E. Parker Foundation
Dr. Sudhir Sakhuja Took Over as the Dean of JK Business School
Renowned academic, industry professional and the winner of the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) awarded by the President of India for excellence in crisis communication – 2009, Dr. Sudhir Sakhuja took over as the Dean of JK Business School. Dr. Sakhuja has been an industry leader himself with over... - February 28, 2015 - JK Education Foundation
Seventh Annual "Love Your Neighbor" Raises $250,000 for The Heights Foundation and the Heights Center
“Love Your Neighbor,” an annual event benefiting The Heights Foundation, raised $250,000 for School Success programs for at-risk kids in Harlem Heights. The event was held at the Gulf Harbour home of Richard Neslund and co-hosted by Cheryl and Dave Copham. - February 25, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
Indra Public Relations Announces the Signing of Aquaçai USA®
Indra Public Relations is the official PR agency on record for Aquaçai USA®. - February 19, 2015 - Indra Public Relations
Dress for Success SW Florida Announces PURSEonality Drop-Off Locations
Donate your new and gently used handbags and purses to benefit women and kids. - February 19, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center's Diabetes Clinic Earns Recognition from American Diabetes Association (ADA)
The Laguna Hills Diabetes Clinic is the only ADA-recognized program for adults and children with diabetes in the Saddleback Valley. - February 18, 2015 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
The Fringe Foundation Begins Accepting Grants from Social Justice Organizations
The Fringe Foundation (TFF) is accepting grant applications from social justice organizations throughout the US. TFF is a new 501(c)(3) non-profit, private grant-maker with a mission to advance social and economic justice by supporting community-run organizations. - February 18, 2015 - The Fringe Foundation
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mercer County Kicks Off Annual 50/50 Raffle
Non profit hosts annual raffle with proceeds to benefit mentoring program in Trenton New Jersey for children facing adversity. - February 18, 2015 - Big Brothers Big Sisters Mercer County
A Disability Art Exhibit and Roundtable Discussion at Mark Twain Branch Library
Save the date to learn about and discuss art opportunities for adults with disabilities. Reception will follow the roundtable discussion. When: Monday, February 23, 2015 Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Where: 9621 S. Figueroa Sreet, Los Angeles, CA, 90003 Guest Speakers: Allen Terrell, Art Director, ECF Art... - February 14, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
JK Business School Sees a Successful Placement Season on the Back of Initiatives It Implemented in Order to Make Its Students Industry Ready
JK Business School, often rated as the fastest emerging B School in Asia, has lived up to its reputation with a stunning placement record for the year 2014. Not only did it manage to bring to campus top rung corporate recruiters from all over the country and abroad, it also ensured that its... - February 14, 2015 - JK Education Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from Murad Family Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Murad Family Foundation. This grant will provide support for a variety of enrichment programs for students with special needs at the ECF Kayne Eras School. Enrichment activities are fundamental to the... - February 11, 2015 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Louis-Lyonel Voiron Appointed on the Board of Directors of BORDERPOL
The Foundation for a World in Transition is proud to announce that its serving President Louis-Lyonel Voiron has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors of BORDERPOL, an international institution founded by senior members of the border security and migration management community. - February 11, 2015 - Foundation for a World in Transition
The Hon. Amara Essy Appointed as Distinguished Senior Fellow and Head of the Africa Program of the Foundation for a World in Transition
The Foundation for a World in Transition, Inc. is proud to announce, the appointment as Distinguished Senior Fellow and Head of its Africa Program of The Hon. Amara Essy, former Minister of State and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ivory Coast, former General Secretary of the Organization of the... - February 11, 2015 - Foundation for a World in Transition
2015 Blue Ribbon Book Selections - United States & Canada
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library announces 2015 Blue Ribbon Book Selections. - February 10, 2015 - Dollywood Foundation
2015 Gold Medal Book Selections - United Kingdom
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is releasing their 2015 book selection list for the United Kingdom. Each year, the esteemed Gold Medal Book Selection Committee, a specially selected panel of early childhood literacy experts, is responsible for reviewing hundreds of potential titles for... - February 10, 2015 - Dollywood Foundation
Herb Barish, Co-Founder of One of NYC's Oldest Drug Treatment Programs, Dead at 77
Herbert Barish, a clinical social worker and co-founder of The Lower Eastside Service Center, Inc., one of New York's oldest drug treatment programs, died on Wednesday at Hackensack Hospital at Pascack Valley in Westwood, New Jersey. He was 77. His son, David, confirmed his death. In 1959, a group... - February 08, 2015 - Lower Eastside Service Center
JK Business School Opens Admissions for PGDM 2015-17, Program That Paves the Way for Future Leaders
JK Business School (JKBS) has opened the admissions for its PGDM programme for the year 2015. The institute, which is often rated as the fastest emerging B School in Asia and has several other accolades under its belt, is inviting applications from management aspirants. As the director of the... - February 08, 2015 - JK Education Foundation