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Tennessee Chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World Reaches Out Over the Web
Drug-Free South, the Nashville chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, reaches out online. - April 03, 2013 - Drug Free South
Dancing Dreams Rings the NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell
Dancing Dreams, a non-profit that helps children with physical challenges dance, at NASDAQ to ring the opening bell in celebration of their 2013 dance performance "Broadway Babes." The Dancing Dreams performance of "Broadway Babes" takes place Sunday, April 28 at 1:00pm at The Mary Louis Academy in Queens, NY. Broadway actor Dan Domenech of Rock of Ages and MSG Network sports commentator and Dancing Dreams spokesperson Al Trautwig were on hand to ring the bell. - March 28, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
Institute for Behavioral Training Opens the Door to One-Stop Customized ABA Training for Practitioners and Parents
The all-new Institute for Behavioral Training offers an extensive library of applied behavior analysis (ABA) training options for professionals and parents working with individuals on the autism spectrum. - March 27, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Hepatitis B Foundation to Host Annual Crystal Ball Fundraiser on May 3, 2013
National Nonprofit Dedicated to Curing Hepatitis B Honors Former Chief of Hepatitis Viruses Section, NIAID of the National Institutes of Health – Dr. Robert Purcell - March 27, 2013 - Hepatitis B Foundation
The Denan Project Wins Award
The Denan Project wins award in Peru. Plus a summary of the latest news from its other 3 projects. - March 18, 2013 - The Denan Project
Victory Over Stroke Event Set for March 21, 2013
The Stroke Association of Florida Announces Fourth Annual "Victory Over Stroke" Event in Bradenton, Florida - March 16, 2013 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Executive Director of Health Charity Discusses Organ Donation for National Kidney Month
The Executive Director of the PKD Foundation of Canada, Jeff Robertson, will talk about living organ donation and how to start a conversation about the process. During March, the PKD Foundation of Canada is actively encouraging everyone to register to be an organ or tissue donor. One donor can save eight lives. - March 14, 2013 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Leeza Gibbons Talks Happy Endings and New Beginnings This Wednesday on "Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy"
Television and radio show host, author, and speaker Leeza Gibbons will discuss her life and how she learned to “Take 2” on the highly popular web show “Let’s Talk Autism with Shannon and Nancy,” Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 11:00 am (PDT). - March 11, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
New Study by Autism Research Group and CARD Demonstrates That Children with Autism Can Learn to Stand Up to Bullies
Autism Research Group, along with the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, published a study in the current issue of the journal “Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders” on teaching children with autism to detect and respond to lies told by others attempting to bully them. - March 10, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Autism Research Group to Train San Diego Professionals on Effective Autism Behavioral Intervention Techniques
The one-day event features an exceptional collection of autism experts presenting the latest state-of-the-art methods of applied behavior analysis (ABA) for teaching perspective-taking and executive function skills to individuals with autism. - March 10, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center Responsible for 573 Jobs and $579 Million
Economic Impact Study Reveals Huge Benefits for the Community of Bucks County and Pennsylvania - March 10, 2013 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Eden Autism Services Announces Speaker Line Up for 19th Annual Lecture Series
Renowned Experts Will Unfold Latest Strides, Advancements in Autism on March 22nd - March 10, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Autism Live Host Will Shave Her Head on Air April 8th to Promote Compassion in Action
Host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod, will shave her head live on air April 8th to promote Compassion in Action. - March 09, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
National Nail Fungus Organization Releases Resources on New Website
The National Nail Fungus Organization (NNFO) is committed to helping people treat and eliminate toenail fungus. With informative guides and treatment comparison lists, readers have access to a wealth of timely, helpful, unbiased information for the first time on their new website. The NNFO is also designed to educate and inform visitors about non-surgical treatment options for this common ailment. - March 08, 2013 - National Nail Fungus Organization
Cathy Sanita Named New Executive Director for Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Raleigh District
The local Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) office has announced Cathy Sanita has been appointed Executive Director of the Raleigh District covering 18 counties. - March 08, 2013 - Muscular Dystrophy Association - Raleigh
MDA of Raleigh Announces Annual Muscle Walk Event
More than 500 walkers and people using wheelchairs and scooters will participate in the Triangle 2013 MDA Muscle Walk to raise more than $104,500! - March 07, 2013 - Muscular Dystrophy Association - Raleigh
Arnold McCuller to Headline Concert to Benefit Easter Seals Florida
Alive in the World Concert at The Phil on April 26 Acclaimed vocalist and songwriter Arnold McCuller will headline this spring’s Alive in the World Concert benefiting Easter Seals Florida. The concert and auction event is presented by the Trust for the Advancement of Responsible Artists... - March 07, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Celebrated Author Temple Grandin to Appear on Autism-Live.com, March 4, 2013
Temple Grandin, considered the most accomplished and well-known adult with autism in the world, will discuss her life’s journey and answer questions from viewers on the widely popular web show Autism-Live.com, Monday, March 4, 2013. - March 03, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation is Now the Willis-Ekbom Disease Foundation
The Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of men, women and children who live with Willis-Ekbom disease, formerly known as restless legs syndrome or RLS, by increasing awareness, improving treatments and through research, finding a cure. - March 03, 2013 - Willis-Ekbom Disease Foundation
Eden Autism Services One of Six Organizations in U.S. Recognized for Innovative High-Quality Autism Programs
Eden Autism Services is pleased to announce that it was one of six organizations nationwide, and the only New Jersey organization, to be selected as an AFAA Applauds winner. AFAA Applauds, a national initiative launched by Advancing Futures for Adults with Autism (AFAA) recognizes innovative, high-quality support programs for adults living with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). - March 01, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Autism Awareness Month Celebrated in Fullerton with Third Annual "Heroes Comedy Night for Autism with Brad Williams and Friends" Featuring Carlos Mencia - April 3
In observance of Autism Awareness Month in April and in support of Fullerton autism charities and special education programs, 600 attendees are anticipated to raise $45,000 at the Fullerton Cares 3rd annual ‘Heroes Comedy Show for Autism with Brad Williams and Friends’ benefit comedy... - February 28, 2013 - Fullerton Cares
PBTF Names Joanne Salcido VP of Medical Research and Family Support
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation has named Joanne Salcido vice president of research and family support, effective March 4. Salcido’s distinguished career has included the successful development of innovative and robust research funding programs for private foundations that are advancing... - February 28, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Mattie Miracle Sponsors Multidisciplinary Think Tank to Develop Psychosocial Standards of Care for Childhood Cancer
Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation sponsored a multidisciplinary think tank for the development of standards of care for the psychosocial needs of children and families with childhood cancer. The Think Tank was held at the American Psychosocial Oncology Society's (APOS) 10th annual conference in February 2013. Mattie Miracle also received the APOS Outstanding Community Service Award for 2013 during the conference. - February 24, 2013 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
President/CEO Announces Retirement
Thomas P. McCool, Ed.D., President and CEO announces his retirement from Eden Autism Services effective on or before June 2014. Dr. McCool is credited with implementing both the infrastructure and external focus necessary to address the organization’s long-term planning and sustainability... - February 24, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Lyle Lovett Joins Ride for Kids as National Spokesperson
Grammy-winning musician and motorcyclist Lyle Lovett has signed on as the 2013 National Spokesperson of Ride for Kids, benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. - February 23, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Anna's Angels Unveils New Logo, Website
New Brand Identity Package Created by Raleigh-based agency, queue - February 23, 2013 - queue
Hannah Pilnick's 5-Day Life-Changing Seminar is Given Free to the Public for the First Time. Few Seats Left.
In her seminar named “Leaving the Bubble”, Hannah Pilnick leads the participants in awakening their natural, innate healing abilities, so they can release their negative past experiences and live in freedom in every area of their lives. - February 23, 2013 - Hannah Pilnick
Autism Speaks to Young Professionals (AS2YP) – Washington, DC Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on April 25th at the House of Sweden
Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, announced that the Autism Speaks to Young Professionals (AS2YP) - DC inaugural cocktail reception, “Illuminate DC,” will take place on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at The House of Sweden in Washington, DC. - February 23, 2013 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Liberty University Students to Host Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on April 13, 2013
Liberty University students will host an Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to raise awareness and funds for Autism Speaks, North America’s largest autism science and advocacy organization. The event will take place on April 13, 2013 at 9:00 am at the Aid Station, 1035 Avalon Dr., Forest, VA from 9:00... - February 17, 2013 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Glee TV Star Lauren Potter to Greet Fans at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh on March 10
Actress with Down Syndrome to Visit North Carolina in Support of Anna's Angels and Down Syndrome Research at Duke Children's Hospital - February 15, 2013 - queue
NYC Ballerina Jenifer Ringer Will Serve as Artistic Consultant for Dancing Dreams Charity
Dancing Dreams founder and executive director Joann Ferrara named Jenifer Ringer, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, to the advisory role of Artistic Consultant of the non-profit dance program that gives NYC/metro-area children with physical challenges a chance to dance. Ringer, a... - February 13, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
Metro Detroit Doctor’s Documentation and Deposition Supports Patients $86,000 Claim Settlement
Dr. Chris McNeil of Metro Detroit Chiropractors Used a Medical Team Approach and Objective Documentation to Support His Patients $86,000 Auto Injury Claim Against a major insurance company. - February 09, 2013 - Metro Detroit Chiropractors
Be The Match® Walk+Run Comes to Dallas
Event brings together marrow donors and transplant patients, highlights the need for unrelated marrow transplants. - February 07, 2013 - Be The Match Walk+Run Dallas
Dancing Dreams Charity That Helps Physically Challenged Children Dance Adds Marketing Exec to Its Board
Joann Ferrara, founder and Executive Director of Dancing Dreams, announced the addition of Nancy Maffucci, a marketing communications executive to its Board of Directors. Maffucci, with more than 25 years experience at major PR and advertising firms including Burson-Marsteller, Cohn & Wolfe and Wunderman, has also held senior communications positions at MasterCard International. She currently serves as EVP, Global Communications at Wunderman, a NYC-based advertising agency. - February 07, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
Breastcancer4partners.com Reveals the 7 Most Desired Gifts on Valentine’s Day for Breast Cancer Partners
Traditional Valentine’s Day gifts can be challenging for men with breast cancer partners. Breastcancer4partners.com has found that women want to feel loved, sexy and to forget about their breast cancer even if just for a moment. The mission for a man whose partner has breast cancer is to distract her from her breast cancer long enough to know that she is loved in a romantic and endless way. - February 05, 2013 - BreastCancer4Partners
Corporate Social Responsibility Dialogue at 2013 Strategy for Good Summit
30 leading thinkers on corporate social responsibility (CSR), cause marketing, and employee engagement to share tips and strategies on creating high impact community engagement that moves the needle with causes and has business value during 5 day web-based conference, the Strategy for Good Summit starting 2/25/2013. - February 03, 2013 - Core Thought
Money Raised at Pet Expo to Impact 2,500 Students
With the help of the World Pet Association and other pet-related businesses, the Pet Care Trust raised over $8000 for its Pets in the Classroom grant program. - February 01, 2013 - Pet Care Trust
Ashley Pecolia, Fashion Designer and Nancy Hamm, Cancer Survivor Join Forces During PLITZS NYC Fashion Show Charity Fundraising Gala
Local fashion designer, AP for Women by Ashley Pecolia is showcasing her designs at PLITZS NYC Fashion Show. In addition, she has taken on a special project and has donated her time and passion for a woman whom she has never met. “It is my sincerest hope that no matter what trials you face in... - January 28, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
Fashion Designers Unite with Cancer Patients at PLITZS NYC Fashion Show Charity Fundraising Gala
Bringing awareness to cancers of the liver, fashion designers and cancer patients from across the United States have partnered to raise funds for YES! BeatLiverTumors.org. - January 27, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
NJ Lt. Governor Joins Eden Autism Services to Cut Ribbon on New Adult Employment Center
More than 100 friends, families and community members gathered on Tuesday, January 22nd to celebrate the opening of Eden Autism Services Briggs/Dobias Adult Employment centers in Hamilton, NJ. The long-awaited opening provides space for gainful employment for more than 60 adults with autism. In... - January 26, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Three Further Board Members Appointed to EDRIC Limb Deficiency Organisation
Board expanding in 2013 to meet needs of growing success since launch of DysNet online Network. - January 26, 2013 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Hector Mellen 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. Eden Autism Services Florida has recognized Hector Mellen as recipient of the Autism Advocate of the Month award. The award recognizes people... - January 25, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Anna's Angels Announces 2013 Board of Directors
Triangle, North Carolina-Based Organization Raises Down Syndrome Research Funds for Duke Children's Hospital - January 24, 2013 - queue
Glee Star Lauren Potter to be Special Guest at 10th Annual Anna’s Angels Gala
Actress with Down Syndrome to be Featured Speaker at Anna's Angels Gala. - January 24, 2013 - queue
Autism Gala Celebrates 25 Years of Friends, Family and Community
On Saturday, January 19, 2013, Eden Autism Services celebrated a quarter-century of Eden Dreams, the not-for-profit organization’s annual white-tie dinner gala held each year at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. Raising $140,000 in net proceeds, Dreams of Dreams Remembered commemorated the... - January 24, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
The Simon Foundation for Continence Announces ContinenceCentral.org
The Simon Foundation for Continence announced today its launch of Continence Central (www.continencecentral.org) a unique new website to help the estimated 33 million Americans affected by incontinence that are looking for products and devices to better manage their loss of bladder and/or bowel... - January 22, 2013 - The Simon Foundation for Continence
Naples Invitational Art Fest Announces 2013 Sponsors
Annual event supports autism programs. Eden Autism Services has announced sponsors for the 16th annual Naples Invitational Art Fest. Arthrex, The New York Times, Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner and Driftwood Garden Center are supporting the juried art show, to be held January 26-27 2013 at... - January 20, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Olympic Skier Julie Parisien Announced as Celebrity Pace-Setter for Upcoming Hear ME Now Charity Ski Race
Olympic and World Cup Alpine skier, Julie Parisien will set the pace for the 11th annual Break the Sound Barrier ski race at Shawnee Peak on Sunday, March 3, 2013. Proceeds benefit hear ME now, Maine’s leading auditory oral education center. - January 20, 2013 - hear ME now
Civilians from the North Become Refugees in South Mali as They Flee Escalating Conflict and the UK Announces Further Placement of UK Military Personnel
Charity World Vision calls for international leaders to uphold international humanitarian laws in Mali, as government troops clash with rebel groups, and children are left most vulnerable. - January 18, 2013 - World Vision UK
Polycystic Kidney Disease Patient Shares Unique Story
Lori, a Polycystic Kidney Disease patient, knows that living a healthy life is important. Her personal story offers chronic kidney disease patients some helpful hints for living well. - January 18, 2013 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada