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Brighton Center Announces Return of Speaker Series
The Speaker Series, a six week long, twice a week parent education program, begins on April 15 and runs through May 22. The classes will be held every Tuesday and Thursday evening at Two Rivers Middle School from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The spring series is being sponsored by insurance professionals... - April 17, 2008 - Brighton Center
Ned Jennings Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Jennifer Terry, president of the Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org) board of advisors, has announced that Ned Jennings, principal at FreemanWhite, a healthcare design firm, has been named to the organization’s board of advisors. As a board member, Jennings will assist in... - April 14, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
The Lambda Foundation Pittsburgh, PA Presents Joan Rivers in Celebration of the Lambda Foundation’s 25th Anniversary at the Byham Theater Saturday, June 21, 2008, 8pm
Joan Rivers is a force of nature, and one of the hardest working celebrities in the world. Comedienne; Tony-nominated actress; best-selling author; Emmy Award-winning television talk-show host; playwright; screenwriter; motion picture director; columnist; lecturer; syndicated radio host; jewelry... - April 12, 2008 - Lambda Foundation
Annual Porsche Boxster S Giveaway
Touch the heart of a child with your donation to the Danielle Demarzo Foundation, Inc. Receive a chance to win a brand new 2008 Porsche Boxster S for each donation of $100 to the Danielle Demarzo Foundation, Inc. Maximum 1000 entries. - April 12, 2008 - Danielle Demarzo Foundation, Inc.
Global Competition Seeks Social Entrepreneurs to Combat Modern-Day Slavery
Humanity United and Ashoka’s Changemakers Announce Worldwide Search for Solutions to End Modern-Day Slavery “Once and For All.” - April 11, 2008 - Ashoka's Changemakers
Vivaldi Live! at Arcosanti
The Arizona Vivaldi Festival & The Cosanti Foundation present Vivaldi Live!, a music and dance performance in celebration of composer Antonio Vivaldi. Tour of Arcosanti at 5pm, Dinner at 6pm. 928-632-6217. - April 09, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
American Foundation for Children with AIDS Responds to Requests for AIDS Help in Distressed Zimbabwe
As the world awaits every piece of news surrounding the elections in Zimbabwe, the American Foundation for Children with AIDS (AFCA, www.helpchildrenwithaids.org) continues its plans to expand its work into the stricken country. In response to numerous requests for assistance, AFCA’s... - April 07, 2008 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Paolo Soleri Presents Sustainable Projects to Vatican
Internationally recognized architect, artist, & philosopher Paolo Soleri will be featured as a guest speaker at Building Well to Live Better, a conference organized by the Roman Catholic Church to address issues of sustainability and the environment. The intent of the conference is to bring a valid and substantial contribution in the field of eco-architecture applied to old and new religious buildings. Soleri is most recognized for his concept of arcology, a fusion of architecture and ecology. - April 06, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
A Modern Day Field of Dreams… an 81 Year Old Gentleman, 500 Children, and the NYC Police Department
81 year old Ted Buczek's NYPD son was murdered in Washington Heights, and for 19 years, the elder Buczek has helped change the community where his son died. Buczek's grief was put to good use... he continued helping the children his son loved so much. - April 06, 2008 - The Police Officer Michael John Buczek Foundation
World Famous Charity Wine Festival to be Held Feb. 6-8, 2009 in Naples, Florida
Naples Winter Wine Festival announces its 2009 Festival dates. - April 04, 2008 - Naples Winter Wine Festival
National Geographic Competition Surfacing Innovations in Tourism
Online Entries Accepted Until April 16th. - April 04, 2008 - Ashoka's Changemakers
Helen Schinkel Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Jennifer Terry, president of the Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org) board of advisors, has announced that Helen Schinkel, CFO and vice president of The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences, has been named to the organization’s board of advisors. As a board member, Schinkel... - April 03, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Tigerlily Foundation Partners with Cleavage Creek Cellars to Support Breast Cancer – Founder, Maimah Karmo, Cleavage Creek Model
Cleavage Creek winery and Tigerlily Foundation partner to promote breast cancer awareness, advocacy and survivorship. - March 30, 2008 - Tigerlily Foundation
Lambda Foundation Pittsburgh PA Announces 2008 First Cycle Grant Recipients
The Lambda Foundation exists to foster for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People- educational, social, cultural, health and artistic projects and programs in the Greater Pittsburgh area through Grants and Scholarships to Organizations and Individuals. The Lambda Foundation was... - March 19, 2008 - Lambda Foundation
Niger Educational System Associates Partner with Malaria Foundation International
Recognizing that ending Malaria requires much more than bednets, the Niger Educational System Associates (NESA) partners with the Malaria Foundation to implement a long-term plan focused on education and economic development. - March 13, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
23rd Annual a Toast to the Triangle Takes in Record Breaking Proceeds
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced that the 2008 A Toast to the Triangle™ raised more than $212,000, a record breaking amount for the annual fundraiser. The 23rd annual Toast was held on Sunday, March 9 at North Carolina... - March 12, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Bondurant-Area Businesses Come Together to Help Wounded War on Terror Veterans
Auction to raise money for area troops injured in recent overseas conflicts. - February 29, 2008 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Receives Anonymous Endowment
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc., (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the organization has received an anonymous endowment. The $10,000 donation was made in honor of Ida Mae, Jerry and Barbara Clark. The endowment will go towards helping the Me Fine... - February 28, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
American Foundation for Children with AIDS Announces Global “Climb Up So Kids Can Grow Up” Fundraiser
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS (AFCA) and the American Alpine Institute are teaming up again to host Climb Up So Kids Can Grow Up. The global climb-a-thon will increase awareness of the pediatric AIDS pandemic and raise funds for life-saving anti-retroviral (ARV) medication, food,... - February 28, 2008 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
NASDVA Mid-Winter Conference in Washington, D.C.: the Executive Director of the Disabled Veterans' LIFE Memorial Foundation, Victor R. Biggs, Scheduled to Speak
The Executive Director of the Disabled Veterans' LIFE Memorial Foundation, Victor R. Biggs, will be presenting the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial project backed by Congress, before the members at the NASDVA Mid-Winter Conference. - February 28, 2008 - Disabled Veterans' LIFE Memorial Foundation, Inc.
A Toast to the Triangle Announces 2008 Media Sponsors
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Development Disabilities, has announced the 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™ official media sponsors. Sponsors include: ABC11, BP Studios, Curtis Media Group’s 680 WPTF and Y102.9 FM stations and Women’s Edge... - February 22, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Holy Cow Branding, Inc. Donates to Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that Holy Cow Branding Inc., a full-service advertising, marketing and public relations agency, has donated their services to the organization. Holy Cow Branding has redesigned Me Fine’s... - February 22, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Hal Colston, Founder of Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, Profiled in People Magazine’s “Heroes Among Us”
Hal Colston, founder of two successful anti-poverty programs, Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, is profiled in the current issue (dated February 11, 2008) of People Magazine in their “Heroes Among Us” column. - February 11, 2008 - Good News Garage
San Diego Extravaganza for "Emerging and Undiscovered" Young Women Leaders
Event notification: Jenna Druck Foundation - 11th Annual Young Women's Spirit of Leadership Conference. Date: March 1, 2008. Time: 7 am - 4 pm. Location: Liberty Station, Point Loma (San Diego, CA). - February 10, 2008 - Jenna Druck Foundation
Theme Song for Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Hits Airwaves to Raise Funds
42nd and Nelson, to donate 50% of proceeds from “That’s All I’m Asking For” to charity helping wounded veterans. - February 06, 2008 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities Receives $15,000 Anonymous Donation
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced that the Center has received an anonymous sponsorship donation of $15,000 dollars for the 2008 A Toast to the Triangle™ event. The $15,000 anonymous donation represents the largest... - February 04, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Me Fine Foundation Announces A Tribute To The Legends
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that A Tribute To The Legends will be held on Tuesday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Paul A. Johnston Auditorium. The Auditorium is located at Johnston Community College at 245 College Road in... - February 01, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Teens to be Treated to Intimate "Conversation with…" Singer Songwriter Randi Driscoll, Interviewed by Radio Personality Midori
Teen Girls can meet Randi Driscoll and 94.9 FM DJ Midori live at Young Women’s Leadership Program, which provides Free Training and Development to San Diego’s ‘emerging and undiscovered’ young women. Event date: Saturday, February 2, 2008 9:30 am -11:30am - January 30, 2008 - Jenna Druck Foundation
A Toast to The Triangle Announces Platinum Circle Sponsor
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced its 2008 Platinum Circle Sponsor for the 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™. The sponsorship, which is the largest, recognized donation of year, has been presented by West Brother’s... - January 30, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Tigerlily Foundation on YouTube/Supporting Black History Month Reston, Virginia/USA – January 2007
Tigerlily Foundation is excited to announce that it now has a presence on YouTube. Tigerlily Foundation has joined Delphi Health Products, in support of Black History Month, via a press release issued by Delphi Health Products, on the importance of Health Histories. - January 30, 2008 - Tigerlily Foundation
Fundrasier Donates New Shoes for Kids in Need
Barefoot Kids Foundation and Gregorio’s Family Restaurant will hold a fundraiser dinner on January 29, 2008 from 5-9PM at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive in the downtown Carlsbad Village Faire to benefit local Kids in Need. Gregorio’s Restaurant will donate a percentage of your dinner bill to the Barefoot Kids Foundation. Enjoy the food and help generate donations for a good cause. - January 29, 2008 - Barefoot Kids Foundation
Christopher Richardson Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Jennifer Terry, president of the Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org) board of advisors, has announced that Chris Richardson, an associate at Kilpatrick Stockton LLP, a full-service international law firm, has been named to the organization’s board of advisors. As a board... - January 25, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Global Water Challenge and Ashoka's Changemakers Announce Worldwide Search for Social Entrepreneurs with Solutions to Water Challenges
Global Competition Promotes Sharing Ideas and Recognizes Innovators Working to Solve Water and Sanitation Crisis. - January 25, 2008 - Ashoka's Changemakers
International Vintners' Personal Wine Selections to be Auctioned at Naples Winter Wine Festival
A sampling of auction lots donated by participating vintners for the 2008 Naples Winter Wine Festival. - January 23, 2008 - Naples Winter Wine Festival
23rd Annual A Toast to the Triangle Announces Ticket Sales
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced the launch of the 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™ online ticket sales. Tickets are $100 per person and are available on the organization’s event Web site,... - January 14, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Receives 2008 Maggy Award
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the foundation has received a Maggy Award for Best Charity from Cary Magazine. The Third Annual Maggy Award competition gave the community an opportunity to vote for the “Best Of”... - January 11, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
A Toast to the Triangle Announces Call for Volunteers
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced a call for volunteers for the 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™. Volunteer positions range from guest entry, set-up staff, restaurant coordinators, judging runners, to auction staff. - January 10, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Mental Health Advocacy Through the Arts
On March 21, 2006, J.T. Fielder, the oldest child and only son of Colorado’s beloved nature photographer John Fielder took his life on top of a windy 13,000 foot peak. Two years later, John Fielder is honoring his son’s life by being the spokesperson for a unique program that examines... - January 08, 2008 - Carson J Spencer Foundation
Dole Presents Friends of Oak Park Schools 4th Annual Fundraiser, Viva Las Vegas January 19, 2008
Dole Food Company is presenting Friends of Oak Park Schools 4th annual fundraiser, “Viva Las Vegas – What’s Spent in Oak Park, Stays in Oak Park”, on January 19th at the North Ranch Country Club. The event will start at 6:00 pm, and feature an evening of casino games, food... - January 07, 2008 - Friends of Oak Park Schools
CTC International Directly Responds to Violence in Kenya; Resources Are Needed to Continue Progress
CTC Volunteers Currently on the Ground in Maai Mahiu Distributing Food and Aid to Refugees Displaced by the Violence. - January 06, 2008 - CTC International
The COSHAR Foundation Reaches Milestone of Over 10,000 Churches Enrolled in the National Health Ministry Network
The COSHAR Foundation is a 501 c 3 private foundation that focuses on health education and outreach. The Foundation developed an innovative model for health outreach and the faith community through its National Health Ministry Network. - January 01, 2008 - The COSHAR Foundation
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Awards More Than $7.5 Million in Grants to Improve Region’s Quality of Life
The board of trustees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan recently approved $7.5 million in grants to nonprofit organizations working to improve the quality of life in the seven-county region and beyond. The board approved the grants at its quarterly meeting in December. The... - December 21, 2007 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Compton’s Street Statistics Become High School’s Fight
Compton High School is fighting 50% dropout rates for teen girls through entrepreneur program by EmpowHer Institute and USTA. - December 21, 2007 - EmpowHer Institute
A Toast to the Triangle Releases Podcast with Guest Kristi Yamaguchi
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced the release of a podcast featuring commentary from Kristi Yamaguchi, Olympic Gold Medalist and honorary chair for the 2008 A Toast to the Triangle™. In the podcast, Yamaguchi provides event... - December 18, 2007 - A Toast To The Triangle
Tigerlily Foundation Featured in the Cure Today/San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Newsletter
Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily) is proud to be featured in the Cure Today/30th San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium newsletter. “The objective of the SABCS is to provide state-of-the-art information on the experimental biology, etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and therapy of breast cancer... - December 16, 2007 - Tigerlily Foundation
Foundation Provides New Shoes for Needy Children
Barefoot Kids Foundation and Payless ShoeSource Inc. have teamed-up to provide $25. Footwear Shopping Cards for America's Kids in Need. - December 15, 2007 - Barefoot Kids Foundation
Jill Mastrangelo Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Jennifer Terry, president of the Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org) board of advisors, has announced that Jill Mastrangelo, an account executive at MMI Associates, Inc., a full-service public relations firm, has been named to the organization’s board of the advisors. As a... - December 11, 2007 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Lyn St. James' Project Podium is Putting Women in the Winner's Circle
Providing Financial Support to Female Race Car Drivers - December 06, 2007 - Women in the Winner's Circle Foundation
A Toast to the Triangle Charity Event Unveils New Web Site
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced the launch of the 23rd annual A Toast to the Triangle™ Web site at www.atoasttothetriangle.org. The annual fundraising event offers guests samples from over 40 of the area’s finest... - December 05, 2007 - A Toast To The Triangle
Me Fine Foundation Announces 2nd Annual Spa Day
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the 2nd Annual Me Fine Foundation Spa Day will be held on Sunday, Dec. 9 from noon-6 p.m. The event will take place at the Iatria Spa & Health Center of Cary, located at 2058 Renaissance... - November 30, 2007 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.