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Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in New York City
November is National Adoption Awareness Month. Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting two educational adoption seminars in New York City, on November 15th and November 17th, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. - November 06, 2012 - Friends in Adoption
American Grant Writer's Association Inc., Holding It's Annual Grant Writing Conference in Arlington Virginia
American Grant Writer's Association, Inc. is holding it's grant writing annual two day conference in Arlington, Virginia on November 15-16, 2012. AGWA's Annual Conference is a must for all grant writers, consultants and those interested in becoming a grant writer. Attendees will have an opportunity... - November 06, 2012 - American Grant Writers Association
Beyond Bullies Kicks Off Anti Bullying Week with Talks with University High School About Teen Leadership Program
Studies indicate middle school students are most vulnerable to attack, addiction, peer pressure and lower grades. The Beyond Bullies Teen Leadership program addresses these issues as well as subjects, such as sexting and cyber bullying that are taught and implemented to keep students safe and well equipped. Teen leaders will fill this tech void while integrating creative methods to reach children. Beyond Bullies discusses the program at University High during first day of anti-bullying week. - November 06, 2012 - Beyond Bullies
Ang Mo Kio Residents Receive Complimentary Health Screenings from SATA Commhealth on Community Health Day
This is the third time that SATA CommHealth has held the Community Health Day event in Ang Mo Kio. Among the complimentary health screening services provided during this event, X-Ray screening tests was offered as well as screening for diabetic retinopathy. The X-Ray screening carried out on the ‘SATA Buses’ is a useful way to detect tuberculosis (TB), which has seen some rise in Singapore. - November 04, 2012 - SATA CommHealth
Mommy Has Breast Cancer Hosts Cincinnati’s First Ever Breast Cancer Awareness Basketball Tournament
Mommy Has Breast Cancer hosted its first annual Breast Cancer Awareness Basketball tournament on Sunday, October 28th from 3pm-9pm. The event, which was held at Taft High School, featured 6 basketball teams from around the Greater Cincinnati tri-state area and was well attended by more than 250+ young men and women eager for the excitement and entertainment of these competitive basketball squads. Awareness, Breast Health information and Hope were shared during this event. - November 04, 2012 - Mommy Has Breast Cancer
Marketing Expert Rick Segel to Serve as Keynote Speaker for Blaze Trails 2013
Pacific Northwest 2013, the 28th annual Convention of North American Farmers Direct Marketing Association (NAFDMA) is the premier event for farm direct marketing and agritourism in North America. Rick Segel, a nationally recognized marketing expert, will be the Keynote Speaker for this event. - November 04, 2012 - NAFDMA
November is Enable America's 4th Annual "Disabled Veteran Employment Mentoring Month"
Enable America, a nonprofit organization devoted to empowering people with disabilities to achieve independence through employment, is proud to announce this month as its 4th annual Disabled Veteran Employment Mentoring Month. In November the organization’s programming will be committed to... - November 04, 2012 - Enable America
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Pet Dentistry
Dr. Kathy Queck Discusses Animal Dental Care and Hygiene - November 04, 2012 - NCVMA
Advocates Against Human Trafficking Celebrate One Year Anniversary
The Michigan Rescue and Restore Coalition will celebrate a year as a grassroot humanitarian organization on the front line fighting against human trafficking in the State of Michigan. - November 03, 2012 - Michigan Rescue and Restore Coalition
Inspirational New Patrons Welcomed by International Limb Difference Organisation, EDRIC
US Paralympic Skier & keynote speaker, Bonnie St John and Swedish speaker/author, Mikael Anderson confirmed as new EDRIC representatives. - November 03, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration Honors Heroes of the Past and Future
Human Rights Day is set for December 10, 2012 from 4-6pm at the North Police Precinct in Nashville. - November 03, 2012 - United for Human Rights
Arnold McCuller to Headline Concert to Benefit Eden Autism Services Florida
Arnold McCuller to Headline Concert to Benefit Eden Autism Services Florida Alive in the World Concert at The Phil on April 26 - November 03, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Drink Coffee and Help Support the Austin Humane Society
Purchase $1 Wristbands at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Stores to Save 10% All Month - November 03, 2012 - Austin Humane Society
First-Ever Caregivers Conference Brings Focus to Issue of Self-Care for Caregivers
Expert Speakers to Headline Conference Taking Place Jan. 26, 2013 in Columbus, Ohio - November 03, 2012 - Theresa Cloud Eagle Nelson
U.S. Gas & Electric Provides Assistance to Employees Affected by Hurricane Sandy
U.S. Gas & Electric Helps Employees Affected by Hurricane Sandy - November 03, 2012 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Grant Available to Local Communities to Preserve and Promote Natural and Cultural Assets
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is now accepting applications for the Appalachian Trail and Kittatinny Ridge Conservation Assistance Mini-Grant Program until December 31, 2012. - November 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Women’s Business Development Center November Programs Support, Accelerate Women’s Business Ownership
Center provides a continuum of business development services to prospective and established women entrepreneurs including counseling, training, financial, certification and procurement assistance. - November 03, 2012 - Women's Business Development Center
Sue L. Nguyen Children’s Enrichment Center
The Houston Area Women’s Center names their Children’s Enrichment Center after the late Sue L. Nguyen. A year ago, on September 18th, Sue passed away, leaving behind a legacy to be remembered and an extraordinary gift to the Houston Area Women’s Center. Sue was a dedicated... - November 03, 2012 - Houston Area Women's Center
Fitness Program Hosts Free "Family Fitness Day" Every Saturday in November
Jermaine Collier, Program Manager of S.A. Mobile Fitness, a charitable program sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), is trying to solve the obesity epidemic by hosting a free “Family Fitness Day” every Saturday in November in San Antonio, TX. - November 03, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Religion Communicators Council Visits Nashville Friends Meeting Place
The Nashville Chapter of Religion Communicators Council paid a visit to the Nashville Friends Meeting Place for its October meeting. - November 02, 2012 - Religion Communicators Council
Free Training at TSBDC/KOSBE Small Business Fall Night School
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host a free Small Business Fall Night School on Tuesday, November 13 from 6 - 9 p.m., at the Kingsport Center for Higher Education, 400 Clinchfield St, Suite 100, downtown Kingsport. - November 02, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Center for Autism and Related Disorders to Host Free Autism Insurance Seminars to Help Parents Gain Access to Coverage
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) will host two free seminars in Alexandria, VA. on November 29 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. to help parents and practitioners understand the autism insurance changes that took effect at the beginning of 2012 and the most effective ways to access coverage. - November 01, 2012 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Wake Education Partnership Honors Virginia Parker with 2012 Vernon Malone Friend of Education Award
Director of Strategic Partnerships for The Wake Tech Foundation Receives Annual Honor for Support of Public Education - November 01, 2012 - Wake Education
Pet Safety Reminders for Halloween; Costumes and Candy Can be Fun, But They Also Pose Dangers
Halloween is almost here, and it’s a good time to remind pet owners about the steps they should take to keep their furry friends happy and healthy. The Austin Humane Society offers these simple tips to make the spooky evening safer. - October 31, 2012 - Austin Humane Society
Huntington Beach High School District Board Candidate Edward Pinchiff Announces Support of New Heroin and Drug Policies
Edward Pinchiff is supporting new anti-drug policies to address the heroin and other drug problems in the Huntington Beach High School District. - October 30, 2012 - Campaign to Elect Edward Pinchiff to Huntington Beach City Council
The Ladder is Always There: Join VIDA and Guests for Cocktails and Conversation on November 9, 2012
VIDA – Women in Literary Arts is pleased to host “The Ladder is Always There: Join VIDA and Guests for Cocktails and Conversation” on Friday, November 9, at New York University’s Lillian Vernon House. The event is free and open to the public. Panelists and guests are... - October 30, 2012 - VIDA
Free2Luv, Global Nonprofit Dedicated to Ending Bullying and Spreading Love, Offers Bullying Solution
In celebration of their first anniversary, Free2Luv, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to ending bullying, spreading love and stopping hate, will release Free2Luv Anthem single November 15, 2012 to raise funds for their bullying prevention program. This much anticipated song celebrates Everyone's individuality and freedom to love both themselves and others. The Free2Luv Anthem is an upbeat, dance tune written by award-winning hip hop artist, Saidat & performed by Saidat and Gabbie Rae. - October 28, 2012 - Free2Luv
Macular Degeneration: National Seminar Series
The Macular Degeneration Association (MDA) is pleased to announce a partnership with several national organizations in order to put together a series of free educational seminars around the country. - October 28, 2012 - Macular Degeneration Association
Wood County Schools in West Virginia to Implement Lions Quest Positive Youth-Development Program Across District
More than 12,000 Wood County, W.Va., students from 21 schools are set to benefit from Lions Quest, a kindergarten through 12th-grade life skills and positive youth development program. The district-wide implementation of Lions Quest is part of a three-year partnership between Wood County Schools... - October 28, 2012 - Lions Clubs International Foundation
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Pet Euthanasia
Dr. Brenda Stevens Discusses the Process and Options for the End of a Pet’s Life - October 28, 2012 - NCVMA
New Washington Student Mountain Bike League Gives Middle and High School Students a Fun Way to Get Active Outdoors
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance is launching the Washington Student League next month to get more middle school and high school aged kids active outdoors and in the woods riding bikes. Kids are welcome to participate even if the have no desire to race. The league includes leadership and stewardship components as well. - October 27, 2012 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Watch Video of Rolando Making Commercials for Colored Rocks Success Calendar
Colored Rocks Unveils 2nd Video in “The Rolando Series” – to Promote 2013 Success Calendar - October 27, 2012 - Colored Rocks Foundation, Inc.
Church Chair Manufacturers Compete for Church Business
The Save Your Church Money network today announced the release of their latest platform to save churches dollars - Church Chair Finder (www.ChurchChairFinder.com). Church Chair Finder allows churches to fill out a quick survey and have church chair manufacturers send them free quotes. - October 27, 2012 - Save Your Church Money
Free Media, Advertising, and Publicity Solutions for Non Profit Organizations Through WFIO
Providing NGOs a unique avenue to broadcast their work and accomplishments through mass media, including television, newspapers, magazines and websites, without cost to the organization. - October 27, 2012 - WFIO
WFIO Seeks New Staff Members Including Photographers and Photojournalists
Unique opportunities exist within this distinguished and prominent non-profit newswire, and at this time jobs and careers are available for both trainee and staff photographers, photojournalists and more, nearly anywhere in the world. - October 27, 2012 - WFIO
Building Peaceful Families Named Beneficiary of Whole Foods Market Campbell "Nickels for Nonprofits" Program
Whole Foods Market in Campbell has named BPF the beneficiary of their Nickels for Nonprofits program for the entire holiday season. Through January 20, 2013, each time a customer donates the nickel they would otherwise receive for using their own bag, that nickel will be passed along to support BPF. - October 27, 2012 - Building Peaceful Families
Winners of the 2012 GeoPlace Exemplar Awards Are Announced
After a highly competitive judging procedure, the 2012 Exemplar Awards for local authority service delivery have been announced. - October 27, 2012 - GeoPlace
Taxspecialists.com is the First International Network Dedicated to Professional Tax Experts
It gives extreme pleasure to announce the new release of a Network dedicated to Professional Tax Experts, Taxspecialists.com. The TaxSpecialists Network is a new design platform allowing visitors from around the world to search and find tax professionals to suit their individual needs. - October 27, 2012 - IPNS-Taxspecialists.com
IRS Grants The Black Transmen, Inc Organization 501(c)(3) Tax Exemption
“BTMI’s tax-exempt status opens doors to many new possibilities for our fast growing organization, including funding to propel many of our robust empowerment programs,” stated BTMI President Carter Brown. “Donors and funders will be delighted to see their support bring a confirmatory yield with the positive changes we are making in individual lives nationally, daily.” - October 26, 2012 - Black Transmen, Inc
Social Good Network Successfully Closes Funding Round
Social Good Network successfully closed its seed series investment round today, raising $374,000. The round was oversubscribed and increased to accommodate demand. - October 26, 2012 - Social Good Network
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Debby Lasek Advocate of the Month
Award recognizes people and organizations who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. - October 26, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Apex Chamber Board of Directors Endorses Wake Tech Facilities Bond
The Apex Chamber Board of Directors endorses the 2012 Wake Tech Facilities Bond and encourages voters to approve it on November 6th. - October 26, 2012 - Apex Chamber of Commerce
NAFI Headquarters the 40th Chapter of the IMC Club
NAFI and IMC Club announced the founding of the NAFI Headquarters Chapter to promote instrument flying, proficiency and safety. It is the IMC Club’s 40th Chapter nationwide and 10th since its presentation at the AirVenture 2012 in Oshkosh, WI. - October 26, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Solar Planet Boosts Community Impact with a New Solar Referral Network
Solar Planet (www.solarplanet.net) is refreshing their focus in the renewable energy marketplace with a shift from education to action. Solar Planet is your solar source for installation, education, and inspiration. - October 26, 2012 - Solar Planet
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Kicks Off Red Ribbon Week at Local Health Fair
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South kicked off Red Ribbon Week festivities by participating in a neighborhood health fair. - October 26, 2012 - Drug Free South
AmpleHarvest.org Receives $50,000 Grant from Newman's Own Foundation
Grant Award as Part of Nutrition Initiative - October 25, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
Business & Education Partnership: Focus of VCEDA's 42nd Annual Business Outlook Conference
"Business and Education: A Partnership for the Future" is the theme of the 42nd Annual Business Outlook Conference (BOC) presented by the Ventura County Economic Development Association (VCEDA). The conference will be held Wednesday, November 7 from 8:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Ventura... - October 25, 2012 - Ventura County Economic Development Association
YouMeBPD.com Takes on Mental Health Malpractice During Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012
As part of Mental Illness Awareness Week 2012: Oct. 7-13, 2012, the blog "YouMeBPD.com," brought attention to mental health malpractice. - October 25, 2012 - YouMeBPD.com
WFIO TV Goes Global
WFIO TV announces a major expansion into global markets, initiated across Asia with demand growing faster than resources allow. - October 25, 2012 - WFIO
Maritime Researchers Prepare New York City and Boston for Flooding
In New York City and Boston alone, billions of dollars of urban infrastructure lie less than 4 meters above sea level, leaving the cities and its residents susceptible to coastal flooding and storm surges. Rising sea levels caused by climate change makes the two major metropolitan cities even more... - October 25, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology