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Financial Resiliency Foundation & Si Puedes Launch Bilingual Lifeonaire Financial Literacy Summer Camp for Students
Students from the Si Puedes Program are learning how to manage their money and increase their financial capability through an innovative weeklong Lifeonaire financial literacy summer camp held at the Madison Public Library at 222 Park Street. Throughout the weeklong Lifeonaire financial literacy... - July 30, 2014 - Financial Resiliency Foundation
Tonyehn Verkitus, GiveGab’s Executive Director of Community Citizenship, Appointed to the Alliance for Nonprofit Management Board of Directors
Verkitus brings twelve years of experience in nonprofit management to the Alliance. - July 30, 2014 - GiveGab
Amy Paffrath and Crystal Fambrini to Host Summer Soiree Benefiting Dress for Success in Los Angeles
Dress for Success Worldwide-West is partnering with the Young Executives for Success (Y.E.S!), a volunteer branch of the organization to recruit members in joining the ranks of young professional women in the Los Angeles area. On Thursday, August 7, Dress for Success Worldwide-West and the Young... - July 29, 2014 - Dress for Success Worldwide - West
Mountain Water Moves to Mo-Town
Keeper of the Mountains Foundation President Paul Corbit Brown announced today that he and KOTM board member Bill DePaulo will leave Charleston Tuesday afternoon, driving a 27-foot tractor-trailer rig laden with 1080 gallons of water, destined for the inner city of Detroit on Wednesday AM. The... - July 28, 2014 - Keeper Of The Mountains Foundation
Support Dogs Receives $5,000 Gift from PetSmart
St. Louis organization to use donation for programs and activities. - July 27, 2014 - Support Dogs
Congressmen Davis and Burgess Introduce the Sickle Cell Treatment Reauthorization Act of 2014
Congressman Danny K. Davis and Michael C. Burgess support Sickle Cell Treatment Reauthorization Act of 2014! The bill helps to ensure the nation's programs continue to improve life, provide treatment and educate all about sickle cell disease. It also calls for 25 fully funded Sickle Cell Treatment Centers throughout the US. - July 25, 2014 - Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.
SpeechNutrients Introduces New Speak Pure Oil for Ease of Use
SpeechNutrients introduces a new, easier to administer Pure Oil formula for its proprietary dietary supplement speak, the patent-pending nutritional formula developed by a pediatrician to support the dietary requirements of children with special nutritional needs. The Pure Oil formula has a clean, refreshing flavor and can be poured directly out of the bottle for ease of use. - July 24, 2014 - Lifetrients
Students on Board to a Career in Engineering Courtesy of the Smallpeice Trust
Forty students aged 15 to 17 from schools across the UK, recently attended a 3D Printing Technology course from 14th to 17th July at the University of Warwick. The residential programme was designed through a partnership between The Smallpeice Trust and WMG at the University of Warwick, and was financially supported by the The Institute of Advanced Study (University of Warwick), Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 and Smallpeice Enterprises. - July 24, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Sandler-Kenner Foundation Announces Participation in North Texas Giving Day
Pancreatic cancer foundation will take part in annual charitable giving event. - July 23, 2014 - Sandler-Kenner Foundation
Students on Fast Track for Railway Careers with the Smallpeice Trust
From 14th to 17st July, forty-nine teenagers from across the UK had the unique opportunity to learn about how technologies come together to create state-of-the-art, safe and efficient railway transport systems. Sponsored by the National Skills Academy for Railway Engineering (NSARE) and the Lloyd’s Register Foundation (LRF), this course forms part of a major initiative to encourage young people to consider railway engineering and railway systems engineering as a possible career in the future. - July 23, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Arkwright Engineering Scholars Enjoy Energy Challenge from the Smallpeice Trust
From 7th to 9th June, educational charity The Smallpeice Trust partnered with The Arkwright Scholarships Trust and Cardiff University’s School of Engineering to give twenty-four teenagers from across the UK the unique opportunity to explore the practical world of electromechanical engineering. - July 21, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Liberty Quest Foundation Has Teamed Up with the Open Church Foundation to Launch Its Streaming Faith Initiative for Inmates in the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
While Federal prisoners are free to practice their individual faiths, there is limited access to real-time ministries. New initiatives are underway using well established streaming audio technologies already in the prisons to bring ministries behind bars so prisoners have a gateway to hear and read the words of their religions. - July 20, 2014 - Liberty Quest Foundation Ltd
Students Learn About Materials for Energy with the Smallpeice Trust
From 7th to 10th July, forty teenagers from across the UK have been learning about the global energy situation and the work of materials scientists and engineers as they try to meet global energy demands whilst reducing carbon emissions. Sponsored and hosted by Loughborough University, this four... - July 19, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
The Seven Summits Women's Team in Los Angeles, CA from Nepal, India
EmpowHer Institute and The International Visitors Council of Los Angeles (IVCLA), are hosting The Seven Summits Women's Team in Los Angeles, CA to help them get the word out about their organization. - July 18, 2014 - EmpowHer Institute
DirectWomen Presents Program at NAWL Annual Meeting on July 24 in New York City
Organization Formed to Position Women Lawyers to Serve on Boards of Public Companies Presents Program at The National Association of Women Lawyers Annual Meeting. - July 17, 2014 - DirectWomen
Stebbins Family Fund Awards $100,000 in Matching Grants to St. Clair and Lapeer County-Based Charities
Grants of $20,000 each were awarded to St. Clair and Lapeer county-based charities, including City of Port Huron Recreation Department, Kids in Distress Services, Literacy and Beyond, Stone Soup Food Pantry and Paul Mitchell-The School Great Lakes. - July 17, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Southfield Community Foundation Merges with Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
The directors were driven by the goal of reducing operating costs and overhead, while increasing the resources available to benefit theresidents of Southfield and Lathrup Village. The Southfield Community Foundation has a 25-year history of service to its community and had $1.963 million in permanently endowed assets. - July 16, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Engineering Experience Energises Pupils with the Smallpeice Trust
From 7th to 11th July, fifty students from across the UK enjoyed a unique Engineering Experience course at the National Grid Training Centre near Newark, Nottinghamshire. Run in conjunction with the UK’s largest utility company, National Grid, this residential learning opportunity gave... - July 16, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Teenagers Use Supercomputing to Design Future Aircraft with the Smallpeice Trust
From 7th to 10th July, twenty-four budding engineers from across the UK recently took on the challenge of designing future aircraft at the University of Southampton. Organised by The Smallpeice Trust and delivered in partnership with the University’s Faculty of Engineering and the... - July 16, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
YourCause Releases a New Nonprofit Portal to Maximize Workplace Giving Programs
YourCause, the provider of the CSRconnect Employee Engagement Platform, has launched a new online portal specifically for nonprofit organizations seeking to interact with the YourCause network of corporate employee giving, volunteering, and sustainability programs. The new platform will continue to... - July 14, 2014 - YourCause, LLC
Daughter of Civil Rights Leader, James L. Bevel, Has Authored Her First Book
Ami Ra Bevel, the 31 year old daughter of civil rights activist James L. Bevel (October 19,1936 - December 19, 2008), has authored her first book. The book is entitled: "Regaining the Power to Rise & the Strength to Stand: Ways of Holistic Health & Wellness." Available July, 15, 2014, - July 14, 2014 - Safi Maisha Foundation NFP
Santa to the Sea Race Director Prepares for His Salsa Dancing Competition – Hosts Fundraiser to Benefit Scholarship Fund
Santa to the Sea founder and race director Mike Barber is hosting a fundraiser to raise money for his charity as a part of Oxnard Salsa Festival’s Dancing with Our Community Stars contest. - July 13, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
Students Aided in Their Understanding of Biomedical Engineering by The Smallpeice Trust
From 7th to 10th July, twenty-four students from across the UK attended a Biomedical Engineering course at the University of Southampton. Sponsored by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM) and organised by The Smallpeice Trust, the four-day residential programme provided 15... - July 13, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Discover High Speed Communications with The Smallpeice Trust
From 7th to 9th July, twenty-eight teenagers from across the UK got to participate in an exciting new High Speed Communications course, which not only demonstrated the importance of this subject area but the ways in which it is helping our country to flourish and develop both economically and... - July 13, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Learn About Renewable Energy with the Smallpeice Trust
A group of 14 and 15 year-olds from across the UK learned about renewable energy on a four day residential engineering course at Liverpool John Moores University supported by the Smallpeice Trust. - July 12, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Gear Up for a Career in Engineering with the Smallpeice Trust
A group of 14 & 15 year olds enjoyed a 4-day residential Motorsport Engineering course at Oxford Brookes University organised by the Smallpeice Trust. - July 11, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Enjoy a BAE Systems Engineering Experience with the Smallpeice Trust
A group of 12 and 13 year olds from across the UK enjoyed a 4-day residential engineering experience at Lancaster organised by BAE Systems and the Smallpeice Trust. - July 11, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Rob Boyd Named Chief Operating Officer at The Heights Center
The Heights Foundation announces that Rob Boyd has been named Chief Operating Officer at The Heights Center in the Harlem Heights neighborhood. Boyd is responsible for the day to day operations of the Heights Center including facility management, employee relations and retention, fiscal management,... - July 10, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
RECAP: PowHer Play 2014 is a Success
The Annual Women’s Empowerment Conference (AWEC) is coming off an 8 year successful run as Houston’s most popular conference for business women. With new objectives, a new direction, and new purpose, AWEC has been rebranded to The Chatman Women’s Foundation (TCWF). The annual... - July 10, 2014 - The Chatman Women's Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Receives Grant from the Eisner Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from The Eisner Foundation. This grant will provide support for educational and therapeutic services to 190 K-12 students with special needs at ECF’s Kayne Eras School. The Eisner Foundation was started... - July 09, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
The Beat MS Dance Walk to Host Kickoff Happy Hour
National MS Society Brings Together Dancers, Artists, and Performers to End Multiple Sclerosis - July 06, 2014 - National MS Society Southern California & Nevada Chapter
Program Aimed at Helping Members of the Guard and Reserve Transition to Parenthood
Family Foundations, an evidence-based, transition to parenthood program for couples, is testing an online, interactive version designed specifically for Guard and Reserve members. - July 03, 2014 - Military Family Foundations for Guard and Reserve
Jeffrey Lamont, MD, FAAP Named Pediatrician of the Year Community Service and Legislator Awards Also Announced
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) recognizes outstanding leader advocates in the area of child health each year. Awards include Pediatrician of the Year, Community Service Award and Legislator of the Year Award. - June 30, 2014 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Smallpeice Trust Electronics with Cyber Security Course Causes Buzz Amongst Teenagers
From 23rd - 26th June, teenagers from across the UK learned about electronics and cyber security from engineers from leading organisations such as GCHQ and QinetiQ at the University of Portsmouth. The course was sponsored by educational charirty the Smallpeice Trust. - June 29, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
The Heights Foundation Seeks Donations and Volunteers for School Supply Outreach
The Heights Foundation/The Heights Center is seeking individuals, businesses, churches and organizations to provide school supplies and volunteer for The Heights Center’s annual outreach program. The August 2 event will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at The Heights Center and... - June 28, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
New President at Families of Slain Children Inc. (FOSCI) in Jacksonville, Florida
To raise public awareness, FOSCI will observe National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) in Jacksonville, Florida. FOSCI will be busy promoting victims’ rights and honoring crime victims and those who advocate on heir behalf. - June 23, 2014 - FOSCI
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and National Grid Announce Winners of Its 2013-2014 Academic Year Sustainability Contests
Green Education Foundation’s (GEF) Green Energy Challenge had over two million students participate from K-12 schools nationwide during its school-based energy efficiency program which coupled environmental lessons with hands-on audits. The Green Energy Challenge, sponsored by National Grid,... - June 21, 2014 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Breakout Charity The Chatman Women's Foundation Hosts PowHer Play Happy Hour
The Mix and Mingle networking event is hosted by PowHer Play 2014 on Thursday, June 26, 2014 from 6pm-9pm at Char Bar. PowHer Play is a corresponding event that takes place the following day, Friday, June 27th, at The Junior League of Houston. The purpose of Mix and Mingle is to encourage... - June 19, 2014 - The Chatman Women's Foundation
Oxnard Auto Center Signs on as a Presenting Sponsor of the 7th Annual Santa to the Sea Half Marathon
Santa to the Sea announces that the Oxnard Auto Center has signed on to be a presenting sponsor for this year’s 7th Annual Half Marathon race on Dec. 14. This is the Auto Center’s first time sponsoring the event, and their participation includes holiday toy collections at 15 dealerships... - June 19, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
ASSE Student Exchange Program is Seeking Local Families in Your Area to Host Cultural Exchange Students
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE) is seeking local host families for international high school boys and girls. These students are 15 to 18 years of age, and are coming to this area for the upcoming high school year or semester. These personable and academically selected exchange... - June 19, 2014 - ASSE Student Exchange Program
Popular Restaurants and Musicians Come Together in Support of Oregon Children's Cancer Awareness Day
The Soulful Giving Foundation is orchestrating the hottest event in East County by bringing together: 4 incredible bands, 14 of Portland’s finest restaurants, Duck Pond wines, premium draft beers, refreshing cocktails, vendor shopping galore, champagne/jewelry raffle, amazing silent auction items, VIP Pdx limousine, free shuttle service from MHCC, and 2 music-filled “Soul Buses” transporting guests from Portland to Troutdale. - June 18, 2014 - Soulful Giving Foundation
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Unveils Plans for 2014 Road to Recovery Conference
October 5-8 event in San Diego will be transformative experience for wounded veterans. - June 18, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
After a Successful 45-Day Test Pilot Program, The Pueblo Police Dept Approves NewStart Solutions for Full Operational Deployment of CrimeSuspect.NET in Pueblo
Today, officials from the Pueblo Police Dept have notified NewStart Solutions, L3C of Colorado Springs that they have successfully concluded their 45-day Test Pilot Program of the CrimeSuspect.NET (CSN) Community/Policing Platform, and have decided to move forward with a fully operational deployment of this unique “CrowdSourced CrimeFighting” Solution. - June 16, 2014 - NewStart Solutions, L3C
Gbark to Build New Rescue Kennel
Greyhound Boarding & Retirement Kamp (GBARK) seeks to fund new kennel facility to house 25 dogs. - June 15, 2014 - GBARK
Beekeeper Engages Jerry Thomas Elementary Students
Bee Understanding.org, a nonprofit project, is teaching kids the importance of the honeybee through engaging classroom presentations. - June 15, 2014 - United Charitable Programs
World Vision Recalls Ethiopian Famine Thirty Years on at BBC Gardener's World Live
World Vision exhibits charity garden at BBC Gardener's World to mark 30th anniversary of 1984 Ethiopian famine. - June 13, 2014 - World Vision UK
Each One, Tell One Receives a Pink-and-White Polka Dot Mini-Cooper to Help with Dense-Breast Tissue Awareness
The official Dangerous Boobs Tour vehicle hit the road last week at MINI of Reno, where the “Dangerous Boobs Tour” unveiled its latest tool, a Mini Countryman. Sandy Raffealli, owner of Bill Pearce Motors of Reno, graciously donated the Mini Countryman, which is wrapped in pink with... - June 12, 2014 - SonoCine, Inc
Mr. David Wilhelm Appointed as Member of the Foundation for a World in Transition's International Advisory Board
Louis-Lyonel Voiron, President of the Foundation for a World in Transition, is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. David Wilhelm as member of its International Advisory Board. - June 12, 2014 - Foundation for a World in Transition
Ambassador Kimon Valaskakis Appointed as Member of the Foundation for a World in Transition's International Advisory Board
Louis-Lyonel Voiron, President of the Foundation for a World in Transition, is proud to announce the appointment of Ambassador Kimon Valaskakis as member of its International Advisory Board. - June 12, 2014 - Foundation for a World in Transition
DirectWomen Alumna Catharine Arrowood is Incoming President of The North Carolina Bar Association
Top Litigator and DirectWomen Alumna Becomes President of The NCBA on June 25 - June 11, 2014 - DirectWomen