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Response to Kate Snow’s Report More Girls Suffering Sports-Related Concussion from NBC’s Today Show May 9, 2012
In light of the powerful story aired May 9 on NBC’s Today Show, Taylor Twellman’s ThinkTaylor foundation is issuing the following statement: With each passing day, it becomes abundantly clear the toll concussions are taking on athletes of all ages. The impact is seen from... - May 13, 2012 - ThinkTaylor
Captain Planet Foundation Names Leesa Carter Executive Director
Former U.S. Green Building Council Georgia Chapter Executive Director to Lead Environmental Education Foundation - May 11, 2012 - Captain Planet Foundation
Worldwide Program Empowers Kids to Make Positive Life Changes
United Charitable Programs is the fiscal sponsor of I’m a Great Child Worldwide, a program established to empower children by enhancing their own natural strengths, confidence and speaking skills. - May 11, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
The CityKids Foundation Announces Spring Benefit: Conquer All
Host Committee, Wendy Finerman, Nick Cannon, Goldie Hawn, John Leguizamo, Daniel Sunjata, and Malik Yoba. Master of Ceremonies, Kelly Beaty and Shannon Lanier. - May 11, 2012 - The CityKids Foundation
Global Virtual Classroom International Web Design Winners Announced
Give Something Back International Foundation announces the winners of the 2011-2012 Global Virtual Classroom web design contest. Three top winning teams in each division - primary (grades 1-7) and secondary (grades 8-12) will receive cash awards for their schools. Teams consist of classes of students from three different countries who form a collaborative team from October 1 to March 31, culminating in the creation of an integrated website. - May 04, 2012 - Give Something Back International Foundation
80 Students Enjoy Engineering Experience with the Smallpeice Trust
From 2nd to 4th April, eighty 13 and 14 year olds from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience at the University of Nottingham. This three-day residential programme was organised by The Smallpeice Trust and sponsored by GP Strategies to engage students and provide them... - May 03, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Explore Artificial Intelligence with the Smallpeice Trust
From 10th to 13th April, forty-five promising students from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience at the University of Exeter. Sponsored by the University of Exeter and delivered by educational charity The Smallpeice Trust, this 4-day residential course gave the... - May 03, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
The Kansas House of Representatives to Recognize the Kelsey Smith Foundation®
The Kansas House of Representatives will be presenting a certificate to Missey Smith of The Kelsey Smith Foundation® - May 02, 2012 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
Los Angeles and London-Based Duo to Take Motorbike 2500km Across Siberia for Charity
Robert Northover and Jenna Delp, together as team: A View To a Chill, are participating in the 2nd-ever Ice Run in February 2013 to raise money for Operation Smile and The Brad Delp Foundation. - April 29, 2012 - A View 2 A Chill
TheFilmportal.net & Max Legrand Cannes Art Auction in Aid of TG Foundation
TheFilmPortal.net, a networking and business tool for Film Festivals Worldwide, presents an Art Auction by internationally renowned neo-expressionist artist Max Legrand, which will take place during the 65th Cannes Film Festival on 22nd May from 7.00pm. A percentage of the proceeds from sales of Max Legrand’s works will be donated to the TG Foundation. - April 28, 2012 - TG Foundation
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and National Grid Announce Art Contest Winners
Elementary School Students Create T-Shirt Designs to Celebrate ENERGY STAR’s 20th Birthday - April 26, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Marilyn G. Geller is Chief Operating Officer and Deborah J. Ceizler is Chief Development Officer of Celiac Disease Foundation
Celiac Disease Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Marilyn Grunzweig Geller as its new Chief Operating Officer and Deborah J. Ceizler as Chief Development Officer. Established in 1990, Celiac Disease Foundation is a national nonprofit organization meeting the growing public health... - April 24, 2012 - Celiac Disease Foundation
Wine for a Cure, a Benefit for Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
CFRI is proud to announce the Fourth Annual Wine for a Cure to take place on Sunday, May 20th, 2012. This year, they will have a VIP Reception, followed by a special screening of the award winning documentary, The Power of Two. - April 24, 2012 - Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
Cyclist to Ride 1,800 Miles in Solo Trek for Autism
Princeton, NJ resident John LaBosco is set to begin his bike journey up the East Coast to raise money for autism. - April 22, 2012 - Eden Autism Services
Chicago Cubs’ Pitcher Ryan Dempster and the Dempster Family Foundation Play Ball with crowdSPRING to Launch Bus Wrap Design Project
Bus Wrap Designs Hit Grand Slam to Strike Out 22q - April 20, 2012 - Dempster Family Foundation
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area Honors Inspirational Mentor and Mentee Matches at Sixth Annual “BIG” Event
Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger III and Lorrie Sullenberger, a Big Sister Alumna, to Attend & Present Awards Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area (BBBSBA) will honor inspirational matches between Bigs (mentors) and Littles (mentees) at the BIG Event on April 19, 2012 at the... - April 17, 2012 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
CSRconnect’s New Segmentation Feature Brings Employees in Direct Contact with Their Most Relevant Programs
YourCause, LLC deploys a new segmentation feature that allows employees to engage directly with their day-to-day operations and company programs in a more relevant manner. - April 09, 2012 - YourCause, LLC
Campaign2Grow Makes Its Atlanta Debut
Ribbon Cutting and Launch Party for the Campaign2Grow on April 18, 2012 from 5 - 7 p.m. Come network, create meaningful relationships and learn about the campaign. Core Values of the campaign are "with tenacity we believe, serve, lead, educate and transform ourselves, our families, our communities and each other." - April 07, 2012 - Charitable Connections, INc.
Solid Gold Health Products Donates 43,375 Pounds of Dog Food to SPCA of Connecticut
Generous Corporate Food Donation will Feed Homeless Pets for a Year. - April 07, 2012 - SPCA of Connecticut
GEF Institute’s Earth Month Facebook Contest Gives Away Online Sustainability Education
200 winners will receive enrollment in online course, Introduction to Sustainability Concepts. - April 06, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Legendary Guitarist Richard Thompson to Perform at Idyllwild Arts Academy
As part of its innovative annual New Music Concerts, the Idyllwild Arts Academy 2012 New Music Concert will feature the legendary singer/songwriter/guitarist Richard Thompson along with the incomparable music of So Percussion and the Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra. The concert will take place on Sunday, April 29, at 4:00 p.m. in The Barnsdall Gallery Theatre at 4800 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles. - April 06, 2012 - Idyllwild Arts Academy
Hollywood Phenom Maurissa Tancharoen Whedon Fights Lupus
Spring Issue of Lupus Now® Magazine highlight’s how she found support through her all-star network of friends and family - April 05, 2012 - Lupus Foundation of America
Derrick Williams Foundation Launches Texting Campaign to Build New Learning Center/Facility
“Determined 2 Win” facility to be built in Prince George’s County, MD in the summer of 2012. - April 05, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Atlantic City Carnival 2012
Atlantic City Carnival committee has come together to create an unforgettable event. A spectrum of color and a celebration taking place in a city known for its world class entertainment and nightlife. This festival is estimated to attract individuals from all walks of life and will be benefiting The Winston (QT) Munroe Foundation-Helping Sick Children of the Caribbean. - April 04, 2012 - Tri-State Caribbean Cultural Foundation
An Exhibit of The History of Maine Labor Mural
Exhibit: The History of Maine Labor Mural - Shows the famous labor mural by artist Judy Taylor that was removed from the Maine Department of Labor by Governor Paul LePage. A vivid testimony to the debate on where art and politics meet. April 22 to May 6, 2012. Opening Reception: Sunday, April 22, 2:00 PM. Panel discussion with union officials, artists, and academics on Saturday, April 28, 1:30-2:45 PM. - March 30, 2012 - Lawrence History Center
Leading Women Picked to Present 21 Leaders Awards
Reporters, Soledad O’Brien and Stacey Tisdale and Activist and Playwright, Eve Ensler will act as the roving reporters handing out awards at the Women’s eNews 21 leaders for the 21st Century Gala, 2012 to be held on May 3. - March 30, 2012 - Women's eNews
Lint Center Announces January 2012 Scholarship Winners
Lint Center for National Security Studies Awards Miguel Ibarra, Zachary Przystup, and Greg Williamson Scholarship Awards. - March 26, 2012 - Lint Center for National Security Studies
Millman N.R.G. Foundation Teaching Golf to Disabled and Disadvantaged
Scott Millman established the Millman N.R.G. Foundation with United Charitable Programs in hopes of making the game of golf more accessible to individuals with disabilities and those who are disadvantaged. - March 24, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
The Spine Health Foundation to Present at the 2012 Global Health & Innovation Conference at Yale University
The Spine Health Foundation was selected to present a social enterprise pitch at the 2012 Global Health and Innovation Conference at Yale University in April. Dr. Morgan Lorio, Orthopedic Surgeon and Official Spokesperson for the foundation will speak on "Eliminating Disparity in Healthcare for the Disadvantaged." - March 22, 2012 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
Lint Center Announces the Winner of the 2012 Jack McCoy Scholarship
Lint Center for National Security Studies Awards Scholarship to Electrical Engineering graduate student and former Air Force National Guard, Greg Williamson. - March 22, 2012 - Lint Center for National Security Studies
President Santos: Graduation for the Extreme Poor a Hallmark of Government’s Social Policy
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos speaks about the need for programs, among them Fundación Capital's Graduation Project, directed at the country's poorest citizens at a social innovation forum in Bogotá, Colombia. - March 22, 2012 - Fundación Capital
Hometown of "Glee" to Hold Independent Film Festival in the "Reel" Lima, Ohio
Imagine a world-class film festival in a place where sports rule and arts get the equivalent of a Glee-style slushy in the face. One small city has set out to change all that by bringing a little culture to the place that, according to Glee, is supposed to be the destination for—not a... - March 21, 2012 - Northwest Ohio Film Foundation
GEF Institute’s Virtual Tour Highlights Online Sustainability Courses and Certification
Sustainability education available online for professional development or academic credit. - March 21, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
ALS Therapy Development Institute Announces Eighth Annual "The Cure Is Coming" 5k and Awareness Walk
Participants walk, ride or race to raise money and awareness to end ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) - March 21, 2012 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Toronto Youth Make a Big Splash for Canada Water Week
Small Change Fund has specially selected Green Thumbs Growing Kids "Urban Youth Catching Rain" project as one of five being profiled for Canada Water Week 2012. Small Change Fund’s partners, CGOV Foundation and RBC Foundation are matching Canadians' donations dollar for dollar in order to raise the funds to make this innovative project happen. - March 20, 2012 - Small Change Fund
Finaza Foundation Hosts First Annual Fundraiser for Children of Sierra Leone
The Finaza Foundation hosted its first annual fundraiser Sunday at Nirvana in Beverly Hills. Founded in 2009, the Finaza Foundation is committed to transforming the lives of children in the impoverished region of Kono, Sierra Leone. - March 19, 2012 - Finaza Foundation
Supportful Foundation Advances Charitable Dentistry in U.S. with Dental-ful Program
Innovative New Program Encourages Charitable Dentists by Subsidizing Costs of Restorative Dental Work for Underserved Individuals - March 17, 2012 - Supportful Foundation
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Promotes “Fix a Leak Week” with Viral Video
Fix a Leak Week is March 12 – 18, 2012 - March 17, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Launches New Website
Sustainability Education and Professional Development Even Easier to Find and Implement - March 16, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
New Jersey AIDS Walk Chooses Newark as Newest AIDS Walk Site
According to the New Jersey Department of Health, New Jersey ranks fifth in the nation for new HIV infection cases with 37% of those cases in Essex County. North Jersey Community Research Initiative to be Newark beneficiary and host organization for New Jersey AIDS Walk 2012. - March 14, 2012 - NJCRI
Flutter Forever to Host the 2nd Annual Bridget McGrath Memorial Walk/Run
United Charitable Programs is the fiscal sponsor of Flutter Forever, a program established to celebrate the life of Bridget McGrath by awarding financial scholarships to nursing school students. - March 14, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
GEF Institute Announces Sustainability Concepts Certification
New Certification in Sustainability Offers Credit Bearing Online Courses - March 14, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Local Resident, 18 Year Old Nicolas Garcia is Taking Steps to Find Cures for Digestive Diseases
Columbus High School student, Nicolas Garcia was selected as the Honored Hero for this year’s Miami Take Steps Walk. He encourages fellow students, families and residents to support the walk on April 21, 2012 by forming a team or making a donation. - March 08, 2012 - Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America
New Chicago Non-Profit, GirlForward, Named Semifinalist for Prestigious Global Fellowship
GirlForward, new non-profit focused on educating and empowering Refugee Girls, represents Chicago when announced as semi-finalist for competitive Echoing Green Fellowship. - March 07, 2012 - GirlForward
Hook the Cure: Not Your Every Day Fishing Tournament
Hook the Cure powered by IOTEC returns to Puerto Vallarta from November 8-11. The annual fundraiser benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. - March 06, 2012 - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Parkinson’s Disease: Living with Parkinson’s
The Parkinson Research Foundation will be presenting a conference to provide Parkinson’s disease patients and caregivers in Southwest Florida with an opportunity to learn about the latest drugs and treatments for Parkinson’s disease that will enhance their lives. - March 03, 2012 - Parkinson Research Foundation
WikiQueer Celebrates Inauguration: Online Encyclopedia and Resource for the LGBT Communities Launches
Non-profit wiki project allows global LGBT communities to document and edit their own collective knowledge on LGBT topics and compile information from other online projects. - March 03, 2012 - Aequalitas Project, Inc.
The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation Recognized for Meeting Nation’s Highest Standards in Philanthropy
The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation today announced that it has met the nation’s highest standards in philanthropy for operational quality, integrity and accountability. - March 01, 2012 - The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation
Lip Service West Fundraiser Brings Back Bay Area’s Biggest Authors for a Rollicking Night of Literature and Music
On Friday, March 9, 2012, Lip Service West is hosting its biggest event yet, bringing back the hottest names in Bay Area literature. - March 01, 2012 - San Pablo Arts District Fund
Consulate-General of Japan in Los Angeles and the Japan Foundation Present: Overcoming the Disaster Arigato from Japan Free Concert
This event is organized to show gratitude for the support and encouragement Japan has received from the global community since the earthquake and tsunami devastated the nation last March. It is held at 6:30pm, Friday, March 2, 2012, Music Center’s Ahmanson Theatre. - February 28, 2012 - The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles