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BizWorld Foundation Announces Education “Riskmaster” Luncheon Honoring Jennifer Johnson of Franklin Templeton Investments
The BizWorld Foundation, a national non-profit organization dedicated to teaching entrepreneurship, business and finance to children, will host a fundraising luncheon on Tuesday, December 13th at the St. Regis Hotel in San Francisco. - December 09, 2011 - The BizWorld Foundation
Gobble Gobble! The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Hosts Its 32nd Annual Turkey Dinner with the Seniors
On November 22, the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley’s Keystone Club held its 32nd annual Turkey Dinner at the Shelton Senior Center. The event is free to all seniors who live in the Valley. The night kicked off at 5:00pm with key messages from the following influential... - December 04, 2011 - Boys and Girls Club LNV
Calm, Health and Happiness Heading for Long Beach
SammaDitthi is a non-profit grassroots Buddhist organization, whose aim is to deliver the benefits of health and wellbeing to local residents and businesses. - December 02, 2011 - SammaDitthi
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Names Brad M. Westlake as Accountant and Systems Administrator
Westlake also will be responsible for database administration and improvements, maintaining hardware, software and telecommunications systems and serving as the primary contact for consultants and service providers in these operations support areas. - December 01, 2011 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Get Hooked on Dancing While Fundraising for Sponsor Seniors, Inc.
What's happening this weekend? At the Atrium Dance Studio in Pennsauken, NJ, Sunday December 4, 2011 7PM-11:30PM Get Hooked on Dancing FUNdraiser for Sponsor Seniors, Inc. (public charity). - November 29, 2011 - Sponsor Seniors, Inc.
Laugh for a Cause - Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Hosts Its First Benefit Comedy Night
On Saturday November 12, the Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley hosted its first Comedy Night at the Liquid Lunch Restaurant on 6 Research Drive. All proceeds benefited the Club’s youth leadership/community service group, Keystone, in their fundraising efforts for their... - November 29, 2011 - Boys and Girls Club LNV
Multi-Platinum Recording Artist Ne-Yo Hosts His Annual Compound Foundation Giving Tour®
The Boys and Girls Club Joins R&B Superstar Ne-Yo and Compound Foundation to Celebrate and Bring Joy to Children of the Foster Care System. - November 29, 2011 - Compound Foundation
Egyptian Expatriates Condemn the Use of Violence Against Egyptian Civilians
In light of the saddening turn of events that have taken place in Egypt over the past few days, the undersigned, Egyptian Expatriates, strongly condemn the use of force to silence the voices of the people of Egypt. The recent turn of violent events in Egypt is the consequence of the growing public... - November 23, 2011 - American Egyptian Strategic Alliance
Bellanti's IMMUNOLOGY IV Published Today by I Care Press - New Edition of His Leading Immunology Textbook Series Now Features a Current State-of-the-Art Online Resource
I Care Press Announces the publication of Bellanti’s IMMUNOLOGY IV, a completely and newly written clinical and educational resource for students, faculty, residents, fellows, clinicians and other health care professionals. It utilizes the most advanced pedagogical and online aids and contains 25 chapters written by national and international experts to give users a deeper understanding of the immunologic principles and mechanisms as no other title can. - November 21, 2011 - I Care Press
BAM FI/BMWK Twitter Chat Garners 1.6 Million Impressions
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAM FI) and BlackandMarriedWithKids.com (BMWK) announced today that its first hour-long Twitter chat to bring awareness to missing persons of color proved to be an enormous success with more than 700 tweets and 1.6 million impressions reaching an audience of more than 213,000 followers. Tweeters included soul artists Kindred the Family Soul and two-time Grammy award winning hip hop-group Arrested Development. - November 21, 2011 - Black and Missing Foundation, Inc.
A New Look at Seed-Stage Venture Investing: An Insider's Guide to Start-Ups Co-Authored by Jonathan Lasch, the Exec. Dir. of the Alfred E. Mann Institute at USC
Jonathan Lasch, Executive Director of the Alfred E. Mann Institute at the University of Southern California and William Robbins, founder of Convergent Management Inc. and managing director of Convergent Ventures in Los Angeles, join forces to gather their wisdom into an insightful book. - November 20, 2011 - Alfred Mann Institute at the University of Southern California
Indra Public Relation Promotes The Max Cure Foundation Launch of "Max Cure Beyond Barriers" Initiative with John Franco, NY Mets, and Trent Tucker, NY Knicks
Max Cure Foundation Launches “Max Cure Beyond Barriers” Initiative as Part of an Effort to Support Families Battling Pediatric Cancer - November 18, 2011 - Indra Public Relations
The News & Observer Donates to the Tarheel Golf Foundation: Kids Benefit
The News & Observer, based out of Raleigh, NC, presented a generous contribution to the Tarheel Golf Foundation, Inc. An offer from The News & Observer that started out as a great deal for local golfers turned into a helping hand for junior golfers. Julie Parker, N&O ZONE Rewards... - November 18, 2011 - Tarheel Golf Foundation
St. Baldrick’s Foundation and the Producers of “Jingle Hell” Movie Announce Holiday Promotion
This holiday season, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation and the producers of the independent film “Jingle Hell,” in conjunction with the film’s distributor Janson Media, are teaming up to raise money for kids’ cancer research. - November 17, 2011 - St. Baldrick’s Foundation
Pets for Patriots Offers New Ways to Connect Veterans with Last-Chance Pets
Not-for-profit marks anniversary with new site and tools to help veterans give shelter pets a second chance at life. - November 16, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Clinicial Trial Success Brings Researchers Closer to a Cure for Blindness
Gene Therapy Restored Sight to Patients with Leber's Congenital Amaurosis. - November 14, 2011 - Macula Vision Research Foundation
Woods Charter School Foundation Presents The Founders’ Series
Woods Charter School Foundation has recently introduced an ongoing speaker series, targeted to high school students and adults of all ages, featuring experts presenting about various immediately relevant topics of interest. - November 14, 2011 - Woods Charter School Foundation
North Carolina Junior Golf Tour Sponsored by Bojangle's
The North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation has recognized Bojangle's as a supporter of junior golf tournaments in North Carolina. - November 12, 2011 - North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation
Avazoo Delays Launch of Billion Dollar Raffle
Avazoo Corp has announced a delay in their launch of the Billion Dollar Raffle until January as part of their commitment to promoting responsible gambling. - November 09, 2011 - Avazoo Corp
Nation's Largest Specialty Golf Retailer Announced as Aces & Aficionados Charity Golf Event's Title Sponsor
Golfsmith have committed to be the Title Sponsor for the inaugural Aces and Aficionados Charity Golf Event this December 11 in support of Expect More Arizona and making education the State’s number one priority. - November 08, 2011 - Aces & Aficionados
St. Baldrick’s Foundation Elects Two New Members to the Board of Directors
New Members Include Lauded Pediatric Oncology Doctor and Mother of Child Affected by Cancer - November 02, 2011 - St. Baldrick’s Foundation
Leading African American Marriage and Parenting Site Teams Up with Black and Missing Foundation Inc to Bring Awareness to Missing Persons of Color
Lamar and Ronnie Tyler, Co-Founders of Black and Married With Kids (BMWK), the largest African American marriage and parenting site on the web, today announced a partnership with Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAM FI) in an effort to help find and bring to attention the thousands of missing... - November 01, 2011 - Black and Missing Foundation, Inc.
Local Citizens Initiate Global Awakening Movement to Make a Difference in the Lives of Orphaned Children in Africa
The Potters Village: Pilot Program Bringing Sustainable Living to the Children of Ghana. - November 01, 2011 - Glorious Being Center
North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation Holds Low Cost Nationally Ranked Tournament at 12 Oaks Club November 19-20, 2011
The North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation will host its third Nationally Ranked Junior Tournament of the 2011-2012 Season at the Top Rated Private Club at 12 Oaks near Raleigh. - October 30, 2011 - North Carolina Junior Golf Foundation
New Nonprofit Seeks to Delete Student Loan Debt & Send Students to College for Free
One Dollar College Foundation set to make college dreams a reality. By launching "The From Concept 2 Reality" campaign, the foundation aims to raise the funds needed to properly establish the organization, one dollar at a time. - October 30, 2011 - One Dollar College Foundation, Inc.
Aces Charity Golf Event Supports Expect More Arizona's Education Movement
December 11 marks the inaugural Aces & Aficionados Charity Golf Event at Troon North in support of Expect More Arizona; the organization leading the way to improve education across the State. - October 29, 2011 - Aces & Aficionados
"Community Food and Toy Drive" in Cape Coral, Florida
The Donate4kidz Foundation and notinmycity.org are conducting a "Community Food and Toy Drive" in Cape Coral, Florida. It is scheduled for Saturday, Nov 19th, from 10-4. Location is at 924 NE Pine Island Rd. Cape Coral, 33990. Please come out to support them by bringing non-perishable... - October 26, 2011 - The Donate4kidz Foundation, Inc
2011 Corks and Collars Wine and Beer Tasting Fundraiser – October 29, 2011
Event benefits Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue for the rehoming, medical care and rehabilitation of rescued Labrador Retrievers in Arizona. - October 25, 2011 - Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue
Munchkins® Helping Munchkins - Sunrise Dunkin’ Donuts Teams Up with The Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation to Commemorate Prematurity Awareness Month in November
Sunrise Dunkin' Donuts partners with a Plantation, FL charity in conjunction with Prematurity Awareness Month. A portion of donuts and Munchkins® sold in November will be donated to the Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation. - October 24, 2011 - The Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. Reunites Missing 4 Yr. Old Jhada Clarke with Mother
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAM FI) announced today that missing four-year-old, Jhada Clarke, has been found safe and reunited with her mother. Jhada is BAM FI's 50th recovery since its inception. "We rejoice each time we can assist a family member in locating their missing loved... - October 19, 2011 - Black and Missing Foundation, Inc.
Linking Patients with Community Health Services: New Role for Dr. Tillman as Partners in Care Foundation's First Chief Medical Officer
To improve health outcomes, Partners has appointed Dr. David Tillman to provide oversight for patients transitioning from hospitals to community care services. - October 15, 2011 - Partners in Care Foundation
The First Step for the Next Step Foundation is an Open House
New Terre Haute non-profit purchases a facility and has plans to open a residential treatment facility for women serious about recovering from addiction in the Wabash Valley. - October 13, 2011 - The Next Step Foundation
Egyptian Expatriates Condemn the Handling of the Maspero Demonstration on October 9th and Call for an Immediate Investigation and Swift Punishment for Those Involved
We, the Egyptian Expatriates, condemn the government handlings of the Maspero demonstration on October 9th. There must be an immediate investigation where the responsible parties are held accountable and convicted. It is our resolve to help Egypt remain on the path of progressive development as the center of peace and tolerance in the region. - October 12, 2011 - American Egyptian Strategic Alliance
Maui Divers Jewelry Creates Custom Bracelet Benefiting the Women’s Sports Foundation to Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Title IX
Handcrafted Bracelet Celebrates Landmark Legislation with Proceeds Benefiting WSF’s Mission to Promote Healthy, Active Lives for Girls and Women - October 08, 2011 - RevolutionWear
Bicuspid Aortic Foundation Observes Thoracic Aortic Disease (TAD) Awareness 2011
In December, news reports chronicled the illness and hospitalization of Richard Holbrooke. Among them was one from the Washington Post on December 12th: “Special envoy Richard Holbrooke has surgery for tear in aorta.” The next day, December 13th, Richard Holbrooke died. In observing TAD Awareness 2011, the Bicuspid Aortic Foundation is committed to sharing information aimed at reducing the incidence of aortic emergencies and their too-often tragic consequences. - October 03, 2011 - Bicuspid Aortic Foundation
WIAAP Supports Concussion Legislation: Assembly Bill 259 Would Protect Child and Adolescent Athletes
The number of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs, or “concussions”) in youth athletes is on the rise and in the news. Complete and accurate education on prevention and identification of concussions is critical information for coaches, athletes, parents and guardians in order to best protect the athletes’ short- and long-term health. - October 01, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Eden Autism Services Chief Clinical Officer Appointed Autism Society Board Position
Eden Autism Services Chief Clinical Officer Anne Holmes was recently appointed to the position of Chair of the Panel of Professional Advisors for the Autism Society. - October 01, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Arcadia Foundation Presents World Class Performers, Elan Sicroff and Katharina Paul to Play the Music of Thomas De Hartmann in Their Only West Coast Appearance
Arcadia Foundation to sponsor a rare opportunity to hear the music of the Gurdjieff-de Hartmann repertoire and one of Russia's most well-known early composers, who wrote music for Wassily Kandinsky and Pablo Cassals. This will be the first US tour for rising star, Katharina Paul, who hails from the Mozart Orchestra of Bologna and studied under Claudio Abbado, former conductor of La Scala. Elan Sicroff is the foremost world specialist in De Hartmann’s music, having studied with his widow. - September 30, 2011 - Arcadia Foundation
Peoria Gets in on World Record Photo Campaign
Illinois to host next I AM EQUAL Photo Documentary event stop. - September 30, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Trust for Architectural Easements is Conducting Annual Monitoring Campaign in Baltimore
"The Trust’s annual monitoring process is a great reminder of the value that the Trust provides to Baltimore," says Trust for Architectural Easements founder, Steven McClain. - September 30, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Enforces Historic Preservation in New York City
"The Trust’s annual monitoring process is a great reminder to historic buildings owners of their commitment to historic preservation," says Trust for Architectural Easements founder, Steven McClain. - September 30, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Presenting Sponsor Lugano Diamonds Donates Live Auction Package with High Bidding Potential for Beckstrand's 2011 Diamond & Pearl Ball
Owners Moti and Idit Ferder Target Philanthropists and Diamond Lovers with Luxury Israeli Getaway - September 29, 2011 - Beckstrand Cancer Foundation
Lincoln to Host Record-Breaking Photo Documentary
Nebraska residents to join historic photo project for human rights. - September 28, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
SlickWear.org, Eco Friendly Bags That Save Lives
SlickWear is bringing collaboration to online shopping by partnering with both eco friendly bag designers and a featured non-profit each month. Every bag on http://www.slickwear.org is made from eco friendly materials with a varying amount from each purchase, based on the total price of the bag,... - September 23, 2011 - SlickWear
Trust for Architectural Easements Tours Boston’s Historic South End Neighborhood
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Boston's Historic South End. The multimedia tour can be found on the Trust's website. The South end of Boston is the largest extant enclave of urban Victorian residential architecture in the country. Declared a National... - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Recently Toured the Wesleyan Grove Historic District in Martha’s Vineyard
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Historic Martha's Vineyard. The multimedia tour can be found on the Trust's website. It’s been called a fairyland. There are more than 300 tiny clustered cottages, painted in a rainbow of pink and purple and pastel... - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Presents Online Tour of the Oregon Historic District in Dayton, Ohio
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Oregon Historic District in Dayton, Ohio. The multimedia tour can be found on the Trust's website. Nicknamed the “Gem City,” Dayton, Ohio, garners national recognition from its association with its most famous... - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Presents Online Tour of Historic Charleston, South Carolina
The Trust for Architectural Easements is proud to present an online tour of Historic Charleston, South Carolina. A PDF of the tour can be found on the Trust's website. - September 22, 2011 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Diversity Community Foundation (DCF) Continues the Fight Against Hunger in Today’s Youth
DCF BackPack Buddy Program will be accepting food donations at Kroger on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd on Saturday, September 21 from 10am to 2pm. This is an opportunity for the community to come together in unity to assist in stamping out hunger. Bulk donations from other stores will be accepted. Monetary donations will also be accepted. You can sponsor a BackPack for a child for only $30 per month. - September 22, 2011 - Diversity Community Foundation
Tigerlily Foundation Holds 3rd Annual Young Womens Breast Health Day on Capitol Hill
On September 7, 2011, the Tigerlily Foundation held its 3rd Annual Young Women’s Breast Health Day (YWBHD) on Capitol Hill, highlighting the Breast Cancer Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young (EARLY) Act. The event also highlighted Tigerlily’s Peer Education Through Awareness Leadership (PETALs) Program, which, like the EARLY Act, focuses on educating the patient, provider and community about young women and breast health. - September 19, 2011 - Tigerlily Foundation