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Leaving a Long-Term Impact During the World Cup
OneHope battles corruption through youth soccer outreach. - June 08, 2014 - OneHope
The Chatman Women’s Foundation Launches PowHer Play 2014: A Bold Opportunity for Women of all Professions
PowHer Play 2014 is an event that will be hosted by The Chatman Women’s Foundation on Friday, June 27th, 2014 from 7am-9:30am at the Junior League of Houston. Tickets are on sale for $40. PowHer Play is intended to empower and increase women's power or influence through motivating events,... - June 08, 2014 - The Chatman Women's Foundation
Collaboration Between Learning Curve Careers and MC Sha-Rock
The Hip Hop Culture’s First Female Emcee/Rapper artist, MC Sha-Rock, is at the heart of a joint announcement by Foster Focus Magazine and Learning Curve Career Center (LCC), to establish the "MC Sha-Rock Luminary Icon Scholarship Award." Recipients receive full tuition and certification fees covering training in LCC’s Administrative Medical Assistant training program. Application deadline is August 10,2014. - June 07, 2014 - Learning Curve Careers
Junior Woman’s Club of Raleigh Announces Focused Partnership to Help Eliminate Child Abuse in Wake County
Newly Inducted President, Leslie Ann Jackson Chooses SAFEchild as Club Focus for 2014-2015 - June 05, 2014 - Junior Woman's Club of Raleigh
EmpowHer STEMDAY Bringing Science and Technology to Low-Income Students in Los Angeles; Funding for Stem Programs Grows
Sixty students of the EmpowHer Institute participated in a UCLA hosted event designed to expose middle-school girls to career opportunities in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) on Tuesday, May 28, 2014. - June 04, 2014 - EmpowHer Institute
Austin Charity Making a Difference for Children with Autism
Central Texas families awarded sponsorship for therapies. - June 04, 2014 - Imagine A Way Foundation
Dr. Debra Mathinos Named Director of Lifelong Learning at The Heights Center
The Heights Foundation announces that Debra Mathinos, Ed. D., M.S. has been named Director of Lifelong Learning at The Heights Center in the Harlem Heights neighborhood. Dr. Mathinos is responsible for the development and oversight of classes and training opportunities in all program areas offered... - June 04, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
Art About Time
"Time Frames Marking Time," a multi-media exhibition curated by Elisa Decker and Barbara Lubliner, features the work of 19 artists who engage time as a palpable presence. - June 03, 2014 - Barbara Lubliner Studio
The Heights Foundation Receives Grant from Foulds Foundation
The Claiborne and Ned Foulds Foundation has awarded a $5,000 grant to The Heights Foundation to purchase lighting equipment for the performing arts hall at The Heights Center. “One of the goals of The Heights Foundation is to foster the benefits of consistent, inclusive access to the... - May 31, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
Katie Zackon Joins The Griffin Gives Foundation as Executive Vice President
The Griffin Gives Foundation announced recently that Katie Zackon has joined the organization as Executive Vice President. Ms. Zackon is an accomplished professional with a track record for driving revenue and cultivating strong partner relationships. She brings to the foundation more than 10... - May 30, 2014 - The Griffin Gives Foundation
The Griffin Gives Foundation Hosts Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team
National touring team comprised of amputee veterans visit Indian Valley for events supporting Veterans and First Responders in a "Tribute to America’s Heroes". - May 30, 2014 - The Griffin Gives Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Announces Inspirational High School Graduation
The Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) announces its annual high school graduation ceremony on Friday, May 30. The event will take place from 10:30am to 12:30pm in the Tom Arnold Auditorium at the Kayne Eras School at 5350 Machado Road in Culver City. Many of the students who attend... - May 30, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Bennigan’s Calls on Americans Everywhere to Help Honor U.S. Military with "Wall of Heroes"
Third annual tribute benefits Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes. - May 29, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Walker to Speak at National Memorial Day Parade
CEO of Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes to remind celebrants of veterans’ sacrifices, hidden traumas and on-going need for support. - May 23, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
New Israel Fund of Canada Highlights Innovative Models Transforming Countless Lives in Israel
What can truly create a shared society of Jews and Arabs in Israel? - May 23, 2014 - New Israel Fund of Canada
Double Amputee to Parachute Into Coca-Cola 600
Dana Bowman to deploy special chute honoring Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes at Sunday’s race. - May 21, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
New Jersey School District Piloting BizWorld.org Programs
Edison Township Public Schools implementing BizWorld® in 17 classrooms across three schools. - May 21, 2014 - BizWorld.org
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center to Participate in Laguna Hills Mobile Hospital Training Center
Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of sepsis are crucial to improving patient outcomes and saving lives in hospitals. In an effort to reverse a national trend of increasing sepsis rates, Saddleback Memorial is participating in a Sepsis Quality Initiative Program by Medical Simulation... - May 20, 2014 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
The Orchids of Light Foundation Announces “The Same Heart” 2014 Spring Gala
With special musical guest Poundcake (featuring Teddy Thompson, Jeff Hill, and Ethan Eubanks). A spring fundraiser to complete the landmark documentary “The Same Heart.” - May 20, 2014 - Orchids of Light
NewStart Solutions L3C Signs Two Subject Matter Experts for CrimeSuspect.NET Advisory Board
CrimeSuspect.NET or CSN, launched its innovative CrowdSourced CrimeFighting platform in Pueblo, CO towards the end of March. They have now signed two subject matter experts in the area of Community Policing/Crime Awareness Training, to their advisory board. CSN's team will be collaborating with the new advisers for their Crime Prevention Course-Ware for citizens, law enforcement, and business professionals everywhere. - May 18, 2014 - NewStart Solutions, L3C
The Gratitude House Teaches Healing Through Hands‐on Workshops
The Gratitude House, a charitable project sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), aims to bring joy through art and meditation. - May 18, 2014 - United Charitable Programs
"A Celebration of Hope" Gala Benefits New Home of MemorialCare Cancer Institute at Saddleback Memorial
Special Recognition Given to Laguna Woods Resident for Donation Towards Cancer Institute and Services - May 15, 2014 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Coalition to Salute America's Heroes Elects New Chairman
Moves to strengthen governance include new vice-chair, additional director. - May 15, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
ECF Announces Downtown Art Center and Art Gallery Open House
The Exceptional Children's Foundation (ECF) welcomes the community to its Downtown Art Center and Art Gallery Open House at 431 South Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles on Friday, May 16, from 12noon to 2pm. “Serving the community since 1968, ECF’s Art Center Program has a long history... - May 15, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Allison Leopold Tilley Attended 6th Annual Directwomen Board Institute in New York
Organization Formed to Position Women Lawyers to Serve on Boards of Public Companies Selects Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman Partner to Attend Institute - May 15, 2014 - DirectWomen
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with Team in Training Announce a Gala Evening & Fund Raiser at Ray's Boathouse, Seattle on 29th May. Keynote Speaker - Anna Cummins.
LLS Gala Evening & Fund Raiser featuring Anna Cummins Gold Medalist, Women's 8+ Rowing 2008 Beijing Olympics. Ms Cummins will speak in support of the first ever rowing crew for Team in Training, a fund raising branch of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. TNT Rowers are training for The Masters Regional Rowing Championships & raising donations so those with blood cancers may better their lives. Anna Cummins & '08 Olympic Crew will be inducted to the National Rowing Foundation Hall of Fame 05/31/14. - May 14, 2014 - TNT Novice Rowers 2014
The Chatman Women's Foundation Partners Up with Houston's All Stars of Comedy
On May 14, 2014 at the Houston Improv, The Chatman Women's Foundation will stand together with the Houston All-Stars of Comedy, Vol. 3.4 – brought to you by Carlos Wallace of Sol-Caritas. The Chatman Women's Foundation financially empowers women to be independent contributors to society and... - May 13, 2014 - The Chatman Women's Foundation
Talented Young Artist, Backed by All-Star Band, to Debut "Salute" to Wounded Heroes
Free Memorial Day weekend concert May 25 in West Palm Beach to benefit Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. - May 12, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Surpassing Expectations
Eden Autism Services Exceeds $7 Million Capital Campaign Goal - May 09, 2014 - Eden Autism Services
Just the Swing: Cancer Caregivers Are Our Heroes Bash
May 31, 2014 at March Air Field Museum | All Proceeds Benefitting the Beloved Foundation - May 09, 2014 - Beloved Foundation
May 15: Int’l Day of Families — OneHope Offers New Programs, Free Research
Think your teenager is looking to their peers and the Internet to solve all of life’s problems? Think again. Teens around the world are still looking to their families for answers. In coordination with International Day of Families, OneHope is sharing its Spiritual State of the World’s... - May 09, 2014 - OneHope
Epic Bike Journey Raises Funds for OneHope
6 Cyclists, 10 days, 1188 miles across South Africa. - May 03, 2014 - OneHope
IDEX Celebrates Goldman Prize Winning Environmental Activist Desmond D’Sa
Desmond D’Sa, Coordinator of South Africa’s SDCEA (South Durban Community Environmental Alliance), has won the 2014 Goldman Environmental Prize. On Thursday, May 15th, IDEX will hold a celebratory reception for Mr. D’Sa at The Second Act in San Francisco. The evening will feature live music, a video presentation, and a light buffet dinner. Tickets are available online and at the door. - May 02, 2014 - Thousand Currents
Bike MS to Host New Route Information Night
National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Annual Southern California Ride from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara Features Ocean Views and Routes for all Experience Levels - May 02, 2014 - National MS Society Southern California & Nevada Chapter
Pajama Glam Party for Women & Girls - Awareness Event
Who: Tigerlily Foundation is pleased to host Pajama Glam Party for the first time at the Brooklyn Bridge Marriott, 333 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY, to celebrate health & wellness with women and girls, on Saturday, May 3rd, from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Celebrity Guests: Nana Meriweather, Ms. USA;... - May 01, 2014 - Tigerlily Foundation
Sheri Mossbeck Attended 6th Annual DirectWomen Board Institute in New York
Organization Formed to Position Women Lawyers to Serve on Boards of Public Companies Selects Vice President and Treasurer of Leggett & Platt, Inc. to Attend Institute - April 30, 2014 - DirectWomen
Hoops for Health, Fighting Obesity and Type-2 Diabetes
Jermaine Collier, Program Manager of S.A. Mobile Fitness, a program of United Charitable Programs (UCP), is striving to make a healthier tomorrow for our nation’s children by teaching kids the positive outcome of an interactive healthy lifestyle. - April 25, 2014 - United Charitable Programs
Half Marathon Team Event for Children's Wishes
Join the Children's Wishes half-marathon team on April 28th at Vanity (566 South Main Street, Providence) to show your support for their participation in the Cox Providence Rhode Races Half-Marathon in honor of children with life-threatening medical conditions. Enjoy food, drinks, raffles, and a... - April 25, 2014 - Children's Wishes
EmpowHer Institute to Honor Four Amazing and Unstoppable Women at the Annual Girls to Greatness Luncheon Saturday, April 26, 2014 – the Beverly Hills Hotel
Honorees include: Musette Buckley – Senior V.P., Warner Bros. Pictures; The Honorable LaDoris (Dot) Harris, Director of the Office of Economic Impact and Diversity at the United States Department of Energy; Renata Simril, Senior V.P. of External Affairs at The Los Angeles Dodgers; Denita Willoughby, Regional V.P. of External Affairs at Southern California Gas Company. - April 23, 2014 - EmpowHer Institute
The Heights Foundation and Lee Reefs Present LionFish Fest – Feast on the Beast
The Heights Foundation and Lee Reefs are hosting “Lionfish Fest – Feast on the Beast.” On Sunday, May 4 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at The Heights Center, the public is invited to join celebrated local chefs that will present a unique twist on Florida fare – delectable... - April 19, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
A Fashion Show and Cocktail Party to Support Business and Technology Training Programs for Under-Served Chicago Youth
City Incite Presents: “The 2nd Annual Fashion Happening: Culture of Couture.” Thursday, May 1, 6:00- 10:00 pm at Castle Chicago 632 N. Dearborn St. The Fashion Happening combines the love of fashion with the desire to help those in need. - April 18, 2014 - City Incite
EmpowHer Institute Announces PathMaker Award Recipients at Girls to Greatness Luncheon
Girls to Greatness Luncheon, April 26, 2014, Beverly Hills Hotel on Saturday at 12:00 PM. - April 16, 2014 - EmpowHer Institute
Bike MS: Coastal Challenge 2014 Moves to Santa Monica
National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Annual Southern California Ride from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara Features Ocean Views and Routes for all Experience Levels - April 16, 2014 - National MS Society Southern California & Nevada Chapter
Marie Oh Huber Attended 6th Annual Directwomen Board Institute in New York
Organization Formed to Position Women Lawyers to Serve on Boards of Public Companies Selects Agilent Technologies' General Counsel to Attend Institute. - April 16, 2014 - DirectWomen
Eden Autism Services Ceo Peter Bell Named 2014 Insar Advocate Awardee
Peter Bell, President & CEO of Eden Autism Services, one of the country’s most respected autism advocates and nonprofit executives has been named the 2014 INSAR Advocate of the Year. - April 16, 2014 - Eden Autism Services
The Heights Foundation and The Heights Center Announce New Members to Board of Directors
The Heights Foundation and The Heights Center, non-profit organizations that work to build strong, self-sufficient families in the Harlem Heights neighborhood, announced that four new members have been selected to serve on the Board of Directors. The new members are Tracie Bagans, Cindie Barker,... - April 15, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
DonorFuse Provides Online, On-Demand Training Modules for Small & Medium Nonprofit Professionals
After surveying nonprofit needs, training for nonprofit professionals is high on the list. DonorFuse has developed key modules with topics ranging from developing a technology plan to individual giving 101. Due to time and resources all training modules are designed to work within the learner's schedule and provide real-time feedback. Each module uniquely fuses technology with fundraising for optimal success in application. - April 12, 2014 - DonorFuse
DonorFuse Partners with NetSquared Chicago to Host Powerful Event for the Nonprofit & Social Sector
DonorFuse and NetSquared have combined efforts to discuss the challenges and opportunities the nonprofit and social sector face in achieving measurable impact from a technology and functional needs perspective. The panelists participating will bring a dynamic viewpoint from all angles of philanthropy and fundraising. - April 12, 2014 - DonorFuse
BizWorld.org Partners with GoAnimate on BizMovie 2.0 Program: Kids Create Animated Videos and Gain Entrepreneurial, Business and Finance Skills
BizWorld.org, an international non-profit providing fun and engaging entrepreneurship programs for elementary and middle school children, today announced its partnership with GoAnimate, the leading cloud-based animated video production platform, as the video creation tool to power its BizMovie®... - April 12, 2014 - BizWorld.org
World Orphanage Foundation 2nd Annual Gala Event
Featuring live performances and a spectacular fashion show. World Orphanage Foundation 2nd Annual Gala 2014, on Thursday, July 10th, at the Christopher Guy showroom in West Los Angeles. - April 11, 2014 - World Orphanage Foundation