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Basketball Stars including Chris Corchiani, Shavlik Randolph and Julius Hodge and Will Roach Finalizing Plans for October Charity Event in Raleigh
The Healing Place of Wake County Hoopsfest Committee Adds New Members to Slam Dunk Homelessness - September 19, 2013 - The Healing Place of Wake County
DLJ Give to Live Foundation Hosts Jersey City Fashion Week
The DLJ Give to Live Community Foundation, a charitable project sponsored by United Charitable Programs, raises funds and promotes awareness for various charitable causes through fashion, entertainment and sports-related events. - September 19, 2013 - United Charitable Programs
Grammy Nominated Lauren Agnelli Leads Songwriting for Social Change Artreach Members, Professional Songwriters, and Community Collaborate
Artreach, Inc.’s Songwriting for Social Change Project is a yearlong series of events dedicated to giving a voice to the voiceless through music. Music has traditionally been used to create social change. In this project, people who have psychiatric disorders are working alongside CT... - September 19, 2013 - Artreach
Child Safety Fingerprinting Station Opening in Anchorage, AK
Operation Kidsafe is opening a fingerprinting and child safety center in Anchorage. The center is totally free and totally private for all area families. - September 19, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Steps to Independence Holds Fourth Annual 5K
Sunday September 15, 2013, marked Steps to Independence’s fourth annual 5k run/walk fundraiser. Steps to Independence is a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit that provides conductive education for children with motor disabilities. Their mission is to help their students achieve physical, social, and... - September 19, 2013 - Side Project Inc.
King County Parks Approves New Trails Plan for Big Finn Hill Park in Kirkland, Washington
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance to kick off a series volunteer work parties to improve trails at Big Finn Hill with a free trail building and maintenance class September 21st. - September 19, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Tennessee Human Rights Day Event Planning Committee Seeking Members
The committee planning Tennessee’s Human Rights Day celebration is looking for additional input and help in the planning process and is reaching out to like-minded organizations. - September 18, 2013 - United for Human Rights
Dr. Eui-Hyeok Yang Commences Term as ASME MEMS Division Chair
MEMS expert recognized for commitment to innovation through collaboration and education. - September 18, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Tulsa, Philadelphia Motorcyclists Raise $82,000 for PBTF
More than 340 motorcyclists in Oklahoma and Pennsylvania attended Ride for Kids events this weekend and raised $82,588 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Eleven young brain tumor survivors were the Stars of the Sept. 15 rides, held in Tulsa and Philadelphia. The events featured local... - September 18, 2013 - Ride for Kids
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Enhances Dialogue on E-learning at Community Colleges with HP
New collaboration between NACCE and HP explores how community colleges are using technology and online learning to foster entrepreneurship and grow local economies. - September 17, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $6,500 Grant to Purdue University for Flight-Training Program
Combat-wounded veteran to attend seven-week academy at no cost. - September 17, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Long Island Girl Talk Showcases First Episode of Teen Talk Show
Long Island Girl Talk (LIGT); Teen girls have something to say, so listen up, Long Island. - September 17, 2013 - John J. Byrne Community Center
The Birth of a Movement: Society for Eastern Rite Anglicanism
Society for Eastern Rite Anglicanism is a faith-based organization committed to promoting and sustaining a movement towards an established Eastern Rite in the Anglican Communion. - September 17, 2013 - Society for Eastern Rite Anglicanism
Operation KidSafe Announces 2 Fingerprint Station Locations in Del Rio, TX
Two of the Operation KidSafe digital fingerprinting units will be available at no charge to area families, starting in Sept. 18, 2013 in Del Rio, TX. This system produces a lifetime safety record for a child and only the parent gets a record of the visit. Safety tips and education are also provided so parents can help arm their children with knowledge. - September 17, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Council Candidate Jon Jones Pledges $84,000 Return to Taxpayers
Last December, Atlanta’s City Council voted to increase their own pay. City Council Candidate Jon Jones pledged to return the $21,000 raise to taxpayers, and he’s inviting residents to use Direct Democracy to decide how to spend that money instead. - September 16, 2013 - The Committee to Elect Jon Jones
Genetics of Aneurysms in Few May Hint at Stroke Prevention for Many, Doc Says
Brain aneurysms are more common among Polycystic Kidney Disease patients than in the general population. According to Dr. Ivan Radovanovic, a neurosurgery professor at Toronto Western Hospital, understanding the genetic aspect better could lead to stroke prevention for all. - September 16, 2013 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
New “Autism Live” Parent 2 Parent Online Videos Provide Unique Opportunity to Share, Learn and Grow
Autism Live’s new online series “Parent 2 Parent” will begin airing on Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on www.autism-live.com, featuring two-minute clips that educate parents on all things related to autism. - September 15, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Community Health Charities of the Southeast Welcomes New Board Members in Georgia and Alabama
The mission of Community Health Charities of the Southeast is to unite caring donors in the workplace with the most trusted health charities in Georgia, Alabama and the nation. - September 14, 2013 - Community Health Charities of the Southeast
Interwest Distribution Unveils Plans for Tools Division
Interwest Distribution Company announced plans today to dramatically expand their current installation tools business. - September 14, 2013 - Interwest Distribution Company
KIT One of Nine Finalists in American Airlines' "Flights.Camera.Action.3" Contest
San Diego based non-profit, Kids Included Together (KIT), lands one of the top spots in American Airlines’ (AA) video contest and they need your vote to win. One lucky voter will win 25,000 AAdvantage points. - September 14, 2013 - Kids Included Together
John Main Seminar: International Meditation Community Holds Annual Seminar in Hong Kong for the First Time
Desert Wisdom & Oriental Spirituality: Inner Silence, is the theme of the John Main Seminar 2013 (JMS), held in Hong Kong, September 20-22 2013. - September 14, 2013 - WCCM
Local Dress for Success SW Florida Member, Laura Mobley-Williams Receives Worldwide Recognition
Barbara Dell, Executive Director of Dress for Success SW Florida, is proud to announce that Dress for Success Professional Women’s Group (PWG) member, Laura Mobley-Williams from Cape Coral won first runner-up at the International 2013 Success Summit for her Community Action Project (CAP). Her... - September 14, 2013 - Dress for Success SWFL
Center for Autism and Related Disorders Hosts Glendale Conference for Parents of Children with Special Needs, September 28th
Center for Autism and Related Disorders will co-host a free conference on Saturday, September 28th, at Christ Tabernacle from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., to help parents of special needs children understand how to access insurance coverage for autism, address challenging behaviors, find support as a parent of a special needs child, and be informed of their legal rights. - September 13, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
The Blogger Babes to Participate in Its Second Exclusive Makeup Masterclass Event with Giorgio Armani Cosmetics
The Event will Showcase the Hottest, New Armani Cosmetics for Fall & will be Held at Saks Fifth Avenue - September 28, 2013. - September 13, 2013 - The Blogger Babes
Music Therapy Program Helps to Improve Socialization, Communication, and Motor Skills in Children
CarePlus is offering Music Therapy Group sessions to children with social, behavioral, and mental health challenges. The groups will be led by music therapist Paul Kates, and will run for 10 weeks. - September 13, 2013 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Washington Student League Announces Fall Dirt Explorers Mountain Bike Program for Middle and High School Students
Dirt Explorers is a 4-week ride series starting September 21st open to all 7th-12th grade students who want to experience the great outdoors on a bike. - September 13, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Holocaust Memorial Center Hosts Author Bernd Wollschlaeger for Discussion on Book, “A German Life,” Sept. 29
Beginning at 3 p.m., at the Holocaust Memorial Center located at 28123 Orchard Lake Road in Farmington Hills, and sponsored in memory of Harry Grabel by A. Scott Grabel and Associates, Dr. Wollschlaeger will discuss why the son of a decorated Nazi officer converted to Judaism. - September 13, 2013 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Paralympian Prepares for Epic Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Wounded Marine on quest to raise $1 million for charities that supported his recovery. - September 12, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Texas Self Storage Association Announces Election Results
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) announced the results of their recent board member elections. New officers will be elected prior, at the next board meeting, and will be introduced at the TSSA Big Ideas in Storage annual conference scheduled for October 27-29, 2013 in The Woodlands. - September 12, 2013 - Texas Self Storage Association
Entrepreneurs Invited to Pitch Business Ideas and Challenges at Financing the Working Landscape Conference Nov. 7 in Middlebury
Third annual event connects members of the working landscape community for a day of networking, discussion, and education focused on the unique challenges faced by early stage and established businesses. - September 12, 2013 - Addison County Economic Development Corporation
Side Project Inc. 2013 Year in Review
August 16, 2013 marked the one-year anniversary of the founding of Side Project Inc. by its President Jeff Fromknecht. Side Project is a nonprofit corporation (tax-exempt status pending) with offices in West Palm Beach, FL and Pittsburgh, PA. Its goal is to support community oriented organizations,... - September 12, 2013 - Side Project Inc.
Drug-Free South Kicking Abuse to the Curb
Drug-Free South, a chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, is working to bring an end to drug abuse in Tennessee. - September 12, 2013 - Drug Free South
Motorcyclists Shine, Raise More Than $182,000 at Ride for Kids
Ride for Kids motorcyclists in three states gave generously this weekend, raising $182,774 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Sixteen young brain tumor survivors were the Stars of the Sept. 8 rides, held in Alabama, Indiana and Washington. The events featured local celebrity emcee... - September 12, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce Presents The Men of Glastonbury
The Men of Glastonbury 15 month calendar, October 2013 – December 2014, features shirtless business owners, leaders and elected officials who were invited to promote their business in the premier Men of Glastonbury Calendar. - September 12, 2013 - Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce
Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce Invites You to Visit China
The nine day trip includes round-trip international airfare from New York (JFK), hotel stays in 4-and 5-star accommodations, three meals each day, deluxe tour buses, fluent English-speaking tour guides and paid entrance fees for attractions. - September 12, 2013 - Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce
Apple Harvest Festival 5K, 1K and Kids Fun Run
The Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce will hold the 39th Annual Apple Harvest Festival 5K road races on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at Riverfront Park, Welles Street, Glastonbury. - September 12, 2013 - Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce
Enable America and Northwestern Mutual Provide Job Support Services for the North Carolina National Guard
This month more than 50 transitioning members of the North Carolina National Guard improved their employment skills, thanks to a Job Readiness Workshop produced by Enable America and Northwestern Mutual. In a post-session survey, participants gave the workshop outstanding reviews. “Thanks to... - September 12, 2013 - Enable America
New Jersey Autism Community Recognizes State Leaders, Unveils New Learning and Screening Tools for Parents, Educators and Pediatricians
Members of New Jersey’s autism community assembled at New Jersey’s State House to recognize state leaders who have pioneered legislative and public policy measures that have improved funding and access to both private and public autism services in New Jersey. The group, also unveiled... - September 11, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Pedro Cayuqueo Awarded 2013 Samuel Chavkin Prize for Integrity in Latin American Journalism
The North American Congress on Latin America (NACLA) announces the selection of Pedro Cayuqueo as the 2013 recipient of the Samuel Chavkin Prize for Integrity in Latin American Journalism. The Chavkin Prize is awarded every 18 months to an outstanding investigative reporter working in Latin America... - September 11, 2013 - North American Congress on Latin America
Sand Ridge Golf Club Celebrates Fifteen Years of Audubon International Certification
Sand Ridge Golf Club was recently re-certified as a Signature Sanctuary by Audubon International. Sand Ridge registered in the Signature Program in 1998 and recently passed its sixth on-site review. The golf course is the only private club in the state of Ohio to earn and maintain its certification... - September 11, 2013 - Audubon International
Collaborators Awarded NSF Grant for More Efficient Wireless Networks
Researchers aim to end the scarcity of wireless spectrum with dynamic and efficient access. - September 11, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Home Staging Pioneer Company Aims for National Exposure
StagedHomes.com®, the original Home Staging company founded by Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, is in the running for a national TV commercial. The commercial would be featured during Super Bowl XLVIII in February, and is sponsored by Intuit Small Business Big Game Contest. - September 11, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Columbus Chapter of the American Marketing Association Names Executive Board for 2013-2014
New Board Brings a Broad Background in Marketing Disciplines to Lead Growing Chapter - September 11, 2013 - American Marketing Association, Columbus Chapter
DEA Youth Dance Program Expands to Arizona Through Donations from the M.A.S.H Coalition Against Substance Abuse and Target
Free After-School Program That Helps Kids Turn to Dance Instead of Drugs Enters Its 22nd State - September 11, 2013 - DEA Youth Dance Program
IMC’s Instrument Proficiency Center Comes to AOPA Summit 2013
The IMC Club, together with RedBird Flight Simulations, will host an Instrument Proficiency Center this year at the AOPA Aviation Summit in Fort Worth, Texas. - September 11, 2013 - IMCClubs.org
Output from Green Power Drops in Canada
Federal statistics show that the contribution from renewable energy sources continues to decline, compared with conventional carbon-based fuel sources. - September 11, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Healthcare Symposium on September 12
Third Annual Healthcare Symposium at PSEG in Newark, New Jersey Explores Opportunities for Minority Suppliers in the $2.7 Trillion Healthcare Industry Includes Experts from Owens & Minor, Johnson & Johnson, Barnabas Hospital and Premier Healthcare Alliance. - September 10, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
Saint Baba Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh Ji Insan & His Followers Will Clean Delhi on September 10, 2013
21st Mega Cleanliness Earth Campaign by Dera Sacha Sauda to Clean Delhi. - September 10, 2013 - dera sacha sauda
Washington Reservation Golf Learning Center Achieves Audubon International Re-Certification
Washington Reservation Golf Learning Center was recently re-certified as an Audubon International Signature Sanctuary. The learning center is the only facility in the state of Ohio to earn and maintain gold certification in the prestigious Audubon International Signature Program. To become... - September 08, 2013 - Audubon International
Nevada Women’s Philanthropy Grant Symposium to be Held Oct. 15, NWP 2014 Grant Application Deadline Nov. 20, 2013
Nevada Women’s Philanthropy (NWP) will hold its annual grant symposium for impact grant applicants on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the United Way, 5830 W. Flamingo Road in Las Vegas. The application deadline for 2014 grant letters of intent is Nov. 20, 2013. “NWP receives... - September 08, 2013 - Nevada Women's Philanthropy