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The GSMTFoundation Autism Awareness Project
The GSMTFOUNDATION Raises Funds for Autism Awareness Korbin, the grandson of the founder of GSMFT is autistic and for Joseph Mastroianni, Korbin is special a joy to behold. When Korbin was born Joseph’s son Mark, assumed the role of a stay at home mom a role he finds fulfilling, while his... - April 27, 2010 - GSMTFoundation.com
Mama Cares Foundation Hosts Event to Rally Support for its Fight Against World Hunger
Anonymous donor pledges generous matching program to kickoff fundraising efforts. - April 26, 2010 - Mama Cares Foundation
Maimah Karmo Receives Prestigious Congressional Black Caucus Leadership in Advocacy Award
At the 2010 Minority Quality Forum/CBC Health Braintrust Health Disparities Forum Event, Maimah Karmo, President of Tigerlily was Honored for her work impacting Young Women with Breast Cancer. - April 25, 2010 - Tigerlily Foundation
HSFA Continues to Grow with New Hires, Appointments and Board Members
New District Director, Leslie Becker, confirmed. Matthew Anthes Succeeds Tim Crockett as Chairman, Public Safety Committee. Rajeev Mudumba and Fundraising Expert Adrian Thomas Elected to the Board. - April 25, 2010 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
The Optimist Club of Downtown Flint Will be Hosting This Year’s "Respect for Law" Annual Luncheon at the Genesee Area Skill Center, Monday May 3rd, 2010 at 12:00 Noon
This is an annual event held by the Optimist Clubs of Genesee County. Police chiefs in Genesee County and the surrounding area give their nominations for the police officer of the year. The award is given to the officer who has contributed great public service within the community through their heroism. Stimulated a sense of civic responsibility, understanding of the law and encourages a greater respect for law. - April 25, 2010 - The Optimist Club of Downtown Flint
Soccer Mom Creates Global Change Awards $10,500 Grant to South African Community
Global Change Inc. a Florida based non-profit organization with mission to provide access to clean safe water & sanitation to global communities in extreme need. Current grant program: Global Change Inc. - Hippo Roller South Africa Community Grant Program. Global Change Inc..has a FYTD expense efficiency ratio of 19% including programmatic service for global grant making. - April 25, 2010 - Global Change Inc.
Childs Park Fund Raising Campaign Receives $30,000 Challenge Gift in Memory of Barbara Smyth
Matching Funds Challenge for Rebuilding of Town Park - In Memory of Long-time Supporter of Efforts. - April 23, 2010 - Friends of Meredith Parks and Recreation
Non-Profit Hosts Forum to Raise Additional Funding for Park Rebuild
Local non-profit seeks additional funding to be matched by the Town of Meredith for rebuilding of Childs Park in Meredith Center. Seeking to raise additional funds through community outreach. - April 23, 2010 - Friends of Meredith Parks and Recreation
The Yoga Care Foundation Promotes Healthy, Active Lifestyles as Sponsor of Make the Movement Day
The Yoga Care Foundation in Austin, TX, is partnering with the Active Life Movement to support Make the Movement Day on May 5, 2010. Make the Movement Day is the ACTIVE Life Movement's annual, day-long initiative encouraging the public to create and share their "moments" of physical... - April 22, 2010 - The Yoga Care Foundation
Chelsea Community Foundation Awards More Than $30,000 to Local Nonprofits
Of that amount, $25,000 (over two years) was awarded to the Chelsea Center for the Arts to support the expansion of artistic initiatives. The Chelsea Community Foundation also provided $6,275 to Faith in Action Inc. to support a community garden project. - April 22, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Mega Health Camps in Mumbai & Baroda: A Wockhardt Foundation Initiative
On 18th April 2010 a Mega Diabetes Camp was held by Wockhardt Foundation in Baroda, Gujarat & simultaneously another medical camp was held at Worli, Mumbai on the same day. - April 22, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation
1 Lakh Patients in First 100 days: A Breakthrough by Wockhardt Foundation
After successfully examining 100,000 patients by the first quarter of 2010, which was the total of last year’s achievement. Wockhardt Foundation is fully geared up for more, and this indeed is a remarkable achievement, by the Mobile Medical Unit. - April 21, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation
Wisconsin Pediatricians Oppose Sale of "Raw Milk" -- WIAAP Urges Defeat of AB 628 and SB 434
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics stands opposed to two companion bills currently going through the legislature that would legalize the sale of unpasteurized milk. "Raw milk" is a potentially dangerous food product that would endanger children and individuals with compromised immune systems, as well as the general public. - April 19, 2010 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Tom Joyner’s 2010 Fantastic Voyage™ Features All-Star Tribute to Frankie Beverly and the 20th Anniversary of "House Party"
More than 30 Acts Including Ron Isley, Kid & Play, Charlie Wilson, KEM, Chuck Brown & Doug E Fresh will participate in a major fundraiser for the Tom Joyner Foundation, an 11 year old organization with the primary mission is to provide scholarships to help keep students attending black colleges. - April 19, 2010 - Tom Joyner Foundation
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, UCCA Announce Beginning of Construction on Midtown Greenway
Greenway Trail Will Ultimately Link Midtown Detroit to Downtown - April 17, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
PARSA Community Foundation Announces Grants to 21 Nonprofits Benefiting Iranian Diaspora
A total of $200,000 is granted to 21 nonprofit organizations focused on Iranian Culture, Leadership Development and Civic Engagement. - April 16, 2010 - PARSA Community Foundation
The Himalayan Cataract Project, a Vermont-Based International Eye Care Organization, Earns Highest Rating for Fiscal Responsibility
The Himalayan Cataract Project (HCP) works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure which includes eye hospitals, clinics and medical training. HCP works throughout the Himalayas and in Africa. The nonprofit has been awarded its fifth consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. - April 16, 2010 - Himalayan Cataract Project
Women’s eNews Presents 2010 Black Maternal Health Media Conference
You have read the headlines. Now hear the leading expert on the groundbreaking research into the causes of the high maternal and infant mortality rates in the U.S. Women's eNews Black Maternal Health Project, Wednesday April 28th, is now inviting select members of the media to a briefing on the crucial steps needed to be taken to save the lives of our mother and infants. - April 16, 2010 - Women's eNews
Pat Mitchell is Master of Ceremonies at Women’s eNews 21 Leaders Gala
Women's eNews announced today that Pat Mitchell, president and CEO of The Paley Media Center and former president and CEO of PBS, will be the master of ceremonies for the Women's eNews 21 Leaders for the 21st Century gala, May 6 in New York City. Loreen Arbus, president of the Arbus Productions... - April 16, 2010 - Women's eNews
Image of Change in the Running for $250,000 Pepsi Refresh Project Grant
Covering the Mic initiative will improve teen literacy nationwide by inspiring youth to write and report on how they plan to make a positive difference in their communities and around the world. - April 15, 2010 - Image of Change
Wockhardt Foundation Collaborates with AmeriCares India for a Noble Cause on World Health Day
A mega health check up camp was conducted by Wockhardt Foundation and AmeriCares India on 7th April 2010, ‘World Health Day’, in remote interiors of Kalyan, as an initiative by the leading healthcare NGOs to make cities healthier. The camp kick started at 8.30 am, wherein a thorough... - April 10, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation
Macular Degeneration Foundation Reports on Little Known Syndrome that Produces Strange Halluncinations in People with Good Mental Health
93 year old woman with Macular Degeneration sees "Grayhaired Bearded Lady" - April 07, 2010 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Detroit’s Cheyenne Boyce Wins Tom Joyner Foundation® ‘Full Ride’ Scholarship to Black College
Cheyenne Boyce, the No. 1 student at Cass Technical High School in Detroit, MI, is this year's winner of the Tom Joyner Foundation "Full Ride Scholarship" to a black college. For up to 10 semesters, she will a scholarship to cover her tuition, room and board and books. Boyce studies Japanese, plays the cello, and works as a volunteer in various church and civic groups in Detroit, including the city's "Go Green" efforts. - April 07, 2010 - Tom Joyner Foundation
Atlantic University Approved as NBCC Continuing Education Provider
Atlantic University (AU) was recently approved by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) as a continuing education (CE) provider. Three online programs are now available for those who require CE credits for ongoing licensure. The courses offered and their CE credits are: Incorporating... - April 07, 2010 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
Baden Sports, Swire Coca-Cola® and BodyBuilding.com Sign on as Sponsors of HSBCAMPS Youth Summer Basketball Program
HSBCAMPS, the leader in bringing youth basketball players face-to-face with the pros, is proud to announce Baden Sports, Inc., BodyBuilding.com and Swire Coca-Cola® as sponsors of the 2010 youth basketball summer camp program. Each sponsor is generously donating products to improve the camp... - April 01, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Gunnison Climbing Event to Benefit Local Climbing Team and The American Foundation for Children with AIDS
The April 24th USA Climbing Sanctioned Event Will Attract Climbers from Across the West. The Day Long Event Will Test Climbers’ Levels of Fitness and Skill. - March 31, 2010 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
ARISE Celebrates 24 Years of Reaching Out to At-Risk, Incarcerated Youth Through Exciting Group Life-Skills Lessons and Compelling Interactive Activities
For nearly a quarter century, ARISE has motivated troubled youth to open up about their lives and express themselves while learning the crucial life skills in the dynamic ARISE curriculum. - March 31, 2010 - ARISE Foundation
Trust for Architectural Easements Promotes Historic Preservation in Greenwich, Connecticut
The Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program: Protecting America’s Architectural Treasures Through Voluntary Preservation Wednesday, May 19, 2010 7:00 p.m. Greenwich Library 101 West Putnam Avenue Greenwich, CT 06830 - March 27, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Trust for Architectural Easements Holds Second Seminar on Financial Incentives for Historic Preservation in Orange, California
The Trust for Architectural Easements is a leading force in the preservation of architectural heritage in the United States. To RSVP for the seminar or learn more about the Trust’s local preservation efforts, the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program and the donation process, contact the Trust at 1-888-831-2107 or visit www.architecturaltrust.org. - March 27, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Welcomes Fashion Icon Nicole Miller to Nashville for Landmark Event
Noted fashion icon Nicole Miller will present her latest designs in Nashville to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 7:30 to 10 p.m. at One Eleven, 111 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201. The Nicole Miller Fashion Presentation will be a landmark event featuring a... - March 27, 2010 - Fashion for CFF
Wockhardt Foundation's Mobile Medical Unit Achieves 50,000 Free Consultations, Screenings, and Treatment of Poor Patients in the First 3 Months of 2010
Wockhardt Foundation a secular not – for – profit organization completed 50,000 medical check ups along with the distribution of free medicines through its 2 Mobile Medical Unit programmes in the first 3 months of 2010. Wockhardt Foundation has already achieved half of last year’s achievement. - March 27, 2010 - Wockhardt Foundation
Blog Community Helps 36 Families in Real Life
Liz Logelin, a mother for only 27 hours before passing away, inspires thousands to help grieving families. The Liz Logelin Foundation grants $20,000 to grieving families. - March 26, 2010 - The Liz Logelin Foundation
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Offered at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura invites cancer patients, survivors, and family members to participate in a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course on Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, for eight weeks beginning April 19 and ending June 7. (Except the week of May 10, when class will be held on... - March 25, 2010 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Florida Man Strives to Build a Better Life for Cameroonians by Starting a Charitable Project at Congressional District Programs
Now that he’s a successful US citizen, David Puwol has made a vow to help the impoverished back in his homeland in West Africa by establishing a charitable program called "Community Involvement Improvement Program." - March 25, 2010 - CDP
Mentor Research Institute and the Positive Toolbox Partner with HSBCAMPS to Reward Youth with Scholarships to Basketball Camp in Bend
Since its inception in 2007, HSBCAMPS has prided itself on being a camp that gives back. With more than $25,000 raised to date, HSBCAMPS stands firm in its commitment to provide every child, regardless of age or income, with an opportunity to attend camp. To foster this mission, HSBCAMPS will... - March 25, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Livingston County Libraries Collaborate for Annual Reading Program
Community Foundation for Livingston County awards $5,000 to support "Livingston Reads!" - March 25, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Estate Planning Seminar Offered for People Affected by Cancer at The Wellness Community
Estate Planning, Trusts & Wills: What Would You Like To Know? With Ken Kossoff will take place on Thursday, April 22, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361. - March 25, 2010 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Upcoming Fund Raising Dinner, by Chicago Based HAND IN HAND USA, to Benefit Its Education and Health Initiatives in Rural India
Chicago based HAND-IN-HAND USA is organizing its annual fund raising dinner on April 10th, 2010. All proceeds will benefit its Educational and Health programs running in remote India and elsewhere. - March 24, 2010 - HAND IN HAND USA
New 'Save The Cherubs' Campaign Brings Awareness to Little Known Deadly Birth Defect That Has Affected Over Half a Million Babies in the Past Decade
After struggling since 1995 to bring more awareness to Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, a birth defect that affects 1600 babies each year in the U.S., CHERUBS announces a national CDH Awareness Campaign. - March 21, 2010 - CHERUBS
National Grid and Smallpeice Launch New Work Experience Week for Teenagers
Independent educational charity The Smallpeice Trust and UK’s largest utility company National Grid are looking for 14/15 year old (Year 10) students with an interest or natural flair in Science, Maths, Design or Technology to apply to attend a brand new "National Grid Work Experience... - March 21, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Leela Foundation Initiates Yamuna Cleaning Drive on March 21st, 2010
With the cooperation of over 200 volunteers, the NGO has also taken up the responsibility to educate slum inhabitants about "how important is it to keep the river clean and tidy." - March 21, 2010 - Leela Foundation
Contribuventure Team Takes to the Street and Pushes Pedals to Raise Money for Wounded Warriors
Combining adventure and contribution Phil Dwyer and Jake Allen are cycling to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. The “Warrior Pride Ride” will begin on May 30, 2010, and the team has created an interactive blog site so that everybody can follow along. - March 19, 2010 - Contribuenture Foundation, Inc.
MaleSurvivor Opens Author Reception and Panel Discussion to Media Offering Key Information and Leading Research About Male Sexual Victimization
MaleSurvivor, an international organization dedicated to issues surrounding the sexual victimization of boys and men, will host an Author’s Reception and International Panel for attendees and media during their bi-annual international conference. - March 19, 2010 - MaleSurvivor
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Offers a Rare Gibson Elvis Presley Dove Guitar for Auction
The West Tennessee Branch of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) has announced that an extremely unique Gibson Elvis Presley guitar is being auctioned at the 2010 Promise Ball on Saturday, April 10, 2010 to benefit JDRF. The guitar is an Elvis Presley Dove Signature Acoustic series and... - March 14, 2010 - The West Tennessee Branch of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Fighting the Silent Epidemic -- Author/ Philanthropist Dr. Cheryl Saban Speaks with Compton Unified’s Whaley Middle School Students
Over 160 girls from the Compton Unified Whaley Middle School will meet with the revered author and philanthropist to discuss the importance of self-worth and how to value themselves. - March 13, 2010 - EmpowHer Institute
HSBCAMPS Welcomes Boise State University Basketball Players to All-Star Summer Camp Coaching Line-Up
Collegiate Players Join Youth Basketball Camp to Provide Individualized Training and Give Back to the Homecourt YMCA in Meridian. - March 13, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Help Music Drives Us Keep Music in Our Boston Public Schools and Affect Positive Change for Children Through Music
The study of music has been shown to give pre-teens direction, focus, and a sense of self worth that sticks with them throughout their formidable years. Music Drives Us has identified an elementary school in Roxbury that is about to lose their Suzuki violin program because of severe budget cuts. Please help to keep this program in the school thus keeping violins in these children’s hands. - March 13, 2010 - Music Drives Us
Educational Charity Seeks Teenagers Interested in Connecting with Robotics
Independent educational charity The Smallpeice Trust is looking for 15-17 year old (Years 11 to 12) students with an interest or natural flair in Science, Maths, Design or Technology to apply to attend a new ‘Robotic Engineering’ residential course at Staffordshire University from 26th... - March 13, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Commits to Supporting Federal Standards for Common Core K-12 Curriculum
The Green Education Foundation (GEF) announced today its support of the ‘common core’ federal standards for K-12 schools. Governors and state commissioners of education from 48 states, 2 territories and the District of Columbia committed today to developing a common core of state... - March 12, 2010 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
The Smallpeice Trust to Attend the Big Bang Fair
Educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust is due to take part in the annual Big Bang Fair which will be held this year at Manchester Central from 11th to 13th March. The fair which aims to inspire young people into a career in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) will provide the... - March 11, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust