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Need Assistance Paying Your Heating Bill?
It may have been a mild winter but that does not mean that people have not been using their heat at night. For some, they are in danger of having their heat turned off just as the cold days of winter are approaching. However, help is available. As it has in previous years, HeartShare Human... - December 22, 2006 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Speaking of Women’s Health Posthumously Honors Dr. Annie Louise Wilkerson
Foundation Recognizes Her Work as a Doctor, Volunteer and Philanthropist - December 21, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
New Program for Adults with Autism Offered by HeartShare
HeartShare Human Services of New York opened a new program for adults with autism in Brooklyn, NY. - December 19, 2006 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation Awards Community Investment Grant to Triangle Family Services
Grant from Foundation to Help Health and Well-Being of Women in the Triangle - December 18, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
New Study Results - Lead Sheet: Champion of Recycling
Pressures on building material manufacturers are increasing: environmental soundness and recyclability of materials are becoming central product demands. Many materials are considered to have green credentials. However, the real environmental performance of a product depends on its recovery rate... - December 16, 2006 - European Lead Sheet Industry Association
Popular Spanish-Language TV Personality Rashel Diaz to Co-Host 3rd Annual Latino Awards of Excellence
Annual Conference Honors Latin American Achievements in Direct Response Market. Rashel Diaz, a popular top model and entertainment reporter from Hispanic television, will co-host the Electronic Retailing Association’s 3rd annual Latino Awards of Excellence on Tuesday, January 30 at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel in Miami Beach, FL. The Latino Awards of Excellence honor the top achievements in the Latin American direct response market, including retailing production, Internet, suppliers, and media. - December 15, 2006 - Electronic Retailing Association
Executives from Google, eBay, Discovery Channel, LinkedIn Gather to Discuss Importance of Multi-Channel Marketing
The Electronic Retailing Association will be holding their 15th annual Mid-Winter Leadership Conference & EXPO on January 28-30, 2007 at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel in Miami Beach, FL. This convention brings together the most profitable companies in the industry for three full days to celebrate the power of networking, to discuss changing consumer behavior, and to highlight the latest trends in social media and mobile devices. - December 15, 2006 - Electronic Retailing Association
NC Association of Nurse Anesthetists Announces All-time Highs in Membership
Membership Growth Mirrors Growth in CRNA Supply in NC - December 13, 2006 - NC Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Speaking of Women’s Health Honors Dr. Etta Pisano
Foundation Recognizes Doctor for Breast Cancer Research - December 12, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
19-year-old Edina, Minnesota Resident Uplifts Small Health Clinic in Ghana
A 19-year-old member of the Edina, Minnesota community, Rebecca Holloway-Nahum, is currently volunteering with United Planet to provide invaluable support to a community in Ghana, while immersing deeply in Ghanaian life and culture. - December 12, 2006 - United Planet
X Marks the Spot
RFID Industry Association Maps the RFID Ecosystem - December 11, 2006 - RFID Tribe
Tom Thunstrom, Operation Hope Program Manager, to Join Beyond Expectations at Educational Forum
Tom Thunstrom, Operation Hope Philadelphia Area Program Manager, will be among the presenters with Beyond Expectations (BE) at the YAC Science Fair and Educational Forum this Saturday, December 9. Tom will present information about their national Banking on Our Future program. - December 08, 2006 - Beyond Expectations, Inc.
23-year-old Springfield, Massachusetts Resident Teaches English to Needy Children in Ecuador
A 23-year-old member of the Springfield, Massachusetts’s community, Erin Duffy, is currently volunteering with United Planet to provide invaluable support to a community in Ecuador, while immersing deeply in Ecuadorian life and culture. - December 08, 2006 - United Planet
32-year-old San Antonio, Texas Resident Works in an Orphanage with Needy Children in Honduras
A 32-year-old member of the San Antonio, Texas’s community, Mary Held, is currently volunteering with United Planet to provide invaluable support to a community in Honduras, while immersing deeply in Honduran life and culture. It is her 6th time being in Honduras, she is working on her doctorate in social work. - December 08, 2006 - United Planet
Amber Alert Issued for Girl in Tennessee (Andrea Montoya - 3)
The Gatlinburg Police Department has issued a Tennessee Statewide AMBER Alert for Andrea Montoya. Andrea is a 3 year-old, white female. She has light brown hair and brown eyes and is 3 feet tall and weighs 35 pounds. She was last seen wearing a purple coat and gray jogging pants. Andrea was... - December 07, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert: Texas Toddler Taken at Gunpoint (Austin James McKinney -- 2)
A Texas Amber Alert has been issued for a 2-1/2-year-old boy abducted at gunpoint from a residence in the 2200 block of County Road 584 in Rosharon in Brazoria County. Authorities are searching for Austin James McKinney. The child has blond shoulder-length hair and blue eyes. He was last seen... - December 07, 2006 - Project Safekids
New Study Results -- Eternal Lead Sheet: Lifecycle from Cradle to Cradle
Producers of building materials are struggling very hard to improve the lifetimes of their products. The lead sheet industry however is one step ahead. Working to the EN 12588 standard for lead sheet, members of the European Lead Sheet Industry Association (ELSIA) operate to manufacturing criteria,... - December 07, 2006 - European Lead Sheet Industry Association
NAPO's Get Organized Month 2007 Biggest and Best Yet
The National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) sponsors its third annual Get Organized Month in January 2007. Get Organized Month is a national industry-wide event dedicated to raising awareness of the benefits of getting organized and of hiring a professional organizer. - December 07, 2006 - National Association of Professioanl Organizers
Albany Medical College Volunteers to Open Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda
Medical Student Group Founder Stephanie Van Dyke Will Return to Uganda to Run Clinic after Graduation - December 06, 2006 - Engeye
NREI Club Brings Education and Investment Opportunities to Show Investors How to Build Extraordinary Wealth with Assets They Already Have
National Real Estate Investment Club (NREI Club) will be hosting a seminar on Wednesday December 6, 2006 at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel, Pleasanton, California and Thursday December 7, 2006 at the Marines Memorial Club & Hotel, San Francisco, California. Jason Wallace will present a... - December 05, 2006 - National Real Estate Investment Club, Inc.
Scotto, Merone and Calabrese Join HeartShare Board
Rosanna Scotto, Valerie Merone and Salvatore Calabrese join the HeartShare Human Services of New York Board of Directors. - December 05, 2006 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
World Vision Relocates Staff from Malakal as Fighting Breaks Out in Southern Sudan
World Vision has temporarily relocated 17 international staff from Malakal and surrounding areas to other locations in Southern Sudan. “Gun shots were heard from both sides, and people were running from all sides,” said a World Vision staff member who had to take cover during the fighting. In total, 120 humanitarian staff have left due to conflict in the Upper Nile area. - December 02, 2006 - World Vision US
Weight Control Charity Set for Major Growth
A campaigning weight control charity has won major grant aid to develop its worldwide research and support activities. - December 02, 2006 - The Weight Foundation
State Education Leader Joins Oxford Community Project
Dr. Janice O. Davis to Work to Establish Communities In Schools Program - December 02, 2006 - Communities in Schools of NC
Beyond Expectations Launches New Online Learning Center
Beyond Expectations (BE) has launched a new online learning center and entered into a partnership with the New Jersey Financial Literacy Awareness Network (NJFLAN). Through this exciting collaboration, BE can help families teach their children how to manage money and make informed financial decisions. - December 01, 2006 - Beyond Expectations, Inc.
Research Now Proves that Music Lessons Make Our Children Smarter
Can you think of a better Christmas gift? - December 01, 2006 - Ontario Music Society
North Carolinians Named CIS Baldwin Fellows
Program Established to Combat the Current Trend of Early Retirement and Shifting Roles Among Nonprofit Leaders - December 01, 2006 - Communities in Schools of NC
US Army Captain in Iraq Founds Charity to Aid Iraqi Families
US Army Captain William Perrich, a civilian called back to active duty, is making a difference in Southern Baghdad through personal humanitarian efforts. As a Civil Affairs Officer, he rebuilds infrastructure, helps local governments function, and provides relief efforts to civilians. Seeing the... - November 30, 2006 - HelpIraqiFamilies
Amber Alert Issued for Two Ohio Brothers (Julius and Julian Crossty)
The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. The suspect is suicidal. - November 29, 2006 - Project Safekids
Campaigners Fight Proposed Pigeon Feeding Ban
Campaigners today launched a bid to scupper an application by Westminster City Council for a byelaw criminalising the feeding of pigeons around Trafalgar Square. - November 29, 2006 - Save the Trafalgar Square Pigeons
Double Oscar Winner Hilary Swank Volunteers with United Planet in India
In July and August 2006, Hilary Swank went to Palampur in North India with United Planet, an international non-profit organization, which builds cross-cultural understanding and friendship, while supporting communities in need worldwide. - November 28, 2006 - United Planet
Marybeth Winstead Chairs Speaking of Women’s Health Committee
Healthy Moms NC Licensee and Partner Joins Promotion and Publicity Committee - November 27, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Amber Alert Issued for Ohio Mother and Child (Ella & Marteen Casey)
An Ohio Amber Alert has been issued for an abducted mother and child from Licking County last seen in Newark, Ohio. Ella and Marteen Bennette Casey have been abducted by Priscilinal Quinones. The suspect and victims are traveling in a 1992 Ford Taurus - Maroon in color with Ohio license plates... - November 25, 2006 - Project Safekids
Study Shows Yoga Improves Self-Control and Lowers Stress of Youth in Alameda County Juvenile Hall Facility
The regular practice of Yoga, breathing techniques, and meditation has improved self-control and reduced stress in incarcerated youth, with potentially wide-ranging impact on juvenile delinquency and community crime and violence. - November 25, 2006 - Niroga Institute
Amber Alert "Levi's Call" Issued for Georgia Infant and Mother (Sergio & Crystal Vargas)
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Cobb County Police Department has issued an Amber Alert after for Sergio and Crystal Vargas. The child and mother was abducted from Marietta, Georgia. Sergio Vargas, 8 months old. He's an Hispanic who has brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a red... - November 24, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued For Missouri Infant (Tylar Fine - 7 Months)
The Missouri State Police have issued an Amber Alert on behalf of The West Plains Department. David Fine the non custodial parent entered residence of the victim and took child from mother, during the abduction the child was injured and suspect threatened suicide that he would kill the... - November 24, 2006 - Project Safekids
Hearts for a Cure
You are invited to attend Hearts for a Cure, Presented by SpaCare, Organized Charitable Giving. - November 23, 2006 - The Day Spa Association
The $5 Scholarship Takes the Gospel Light Worldwide to One Million Children
$5 covers the total cost for an entire year of children’s Bible study or Sunday School, including a culturally relevant translation, teacher training, printing and distribution of the materials, delivering the lessons and evaluation. - November 22, 2006 - Gospel Light Worldwide
Electronic Retailing Association Issues Top 10 Tips for Safe, Smart Online Holiday Shopping
As consumers are poised to spend more than $24.3 billion online for holiday gift giving this season, the Electronic Retailing Association (ERA), the only industry association representing direct response marketing companies and major retailers that use electronic media to sell goods and services to... - November 22, 2006 - Electronic Retailing Association
International Billion Dollar Tender Announced
For The Benefit of Others (FTBO) Foundation today announced details for its 2007 International Tender for a US $1 billion five year contract. The purpose of the contract is to assist FTBO in the research and execution of their philanthropic activities. - November 21, 2006 - FTBO Foundation
Continuing Education Program for Band Directors in High Schools
CEU credits for teacher certification renewal offered for school band directors via online university continuing education program. - November 21, 2006 - High School Band Directors Natl. Assoc
Amber Alert Issued for Fairfax, Virginia Infant (Zian Armani Holeman - 1)
The Virginia State Police have issued an Amber Alert on behalf of The Fairfax County Police Department In Alexandria. The Fairfax County Police Department is looking Zian Armani Holeman, The child is believed to be in extreme danger and was last seen at 3514 Buckman Road Apt 203, Alexandria, VA. - November 20, 2006 - Project Safekids
Resources For Seniors, Inc. Hosts Speaking Of Women’s Health
Local Nonprofit For Seniors Hosts Daylong Women’s Health Event - November 20, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Amber Alert Issued for Arizona Teen (Jesus Lilliana Vega -14)
The suspect broke into the residence of the victim and abducted her. - November 19, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Baltimore Child (Ka von Simmons)
The Maryland State Police at the request of Baltimore Police have issued a Maryland Child AMBER Alert for Ka von Simmons. Child: Ka von Simmons is further described as being 2 feet 6 inches and 35 pounds. The child was last seen wearing Blue T-shirt over white long sleeve and Blue pants... - November 18, 2006 - Project Safekids
United Planet & Ecover Become Partners
The manufacturer of ecological cleaning products, Ecover, and the international non-profit organization United Planet partner together to increase environmental awareness. - November 18, 2006 - United Planet
Amber Alert Issued for Two Louisiana Brothers (Demond & Demonte Winfrey)
Louisiana State Police Troop F has issued an Amber Alert for two children who are believed to have been abducted from the Tech Elementary School in Cecilia. It is believed the children were abducted by Laquita Mathis, 31, also known as Laquita Winfrey or Kimberly Bosley. She is described as... - November 17, 2006 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Tennessee Infant (Jaelan Brown - 5 Months)
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office and The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have issued an Amber Alert for five-month-old Jaelan Brown. She was taken by her non-custodial parents Jerri Brown and Alvin Dale Campbell, from whose custody she was removed. Her mother, Jerri Brown, is a... - November 17, 2006 - Project Safekids
Water Missions International Selected for State’s “Angel List”
Water Missions International (WMI) was among ten nonprofit organizations recognized by the Secretary of State’s office for its annual “angel list,” a designation that ranks it a trustworthy charity. The Secretary of State released the “Scrooges and Angels” list... - November 17, 2006 - Water Missions International
Amber Alert Issued for Missouri Teen (Elizabeth Kennedy -16)
The victim was taken from her residence against her will. - November 16, 2006 - Project Safekids