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Twentyfour-Seven Performs Super Bowl Sex-Trafficking Interference on Game Night
Men volunteer to talk to sex buyers during the Superbowl sex trafficking epidemic. - February 03, 2020 - Twentyfour-Seven Inc.
North Florida Land Trust Has Added Two New Members to Its Board of Directors
Ryan Switzer and Melissa Long were unanimously elected to the board. - February 02, 2020 - North Florida Land Trust
Keep Irving Beautiful Visits Heritage Senior Center
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) staff discussed recycling and public cleaning Jan. 24 at the Heritage Senior Center, 200 S. Jefferson St. KIB staff gave guests recycling gifts to use at home that included reusable shopping bags, blue recycling bags, recycled books, jar grippers made from recycled... - February 01, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
RVE.SOL Accelerates Solar Minigrid Scaleup Plans After Signing Deals with Acumen and Vulcan Inc.
The patented KUDURA multi-utility approach from RVE.SOL is a unique opportunity to shift the African decentralized energy market and impact rural development in ways that simple energy access cannot. - January 23, 2020 - RVE.SOL
Keep Irving Beautiful, Shake Shack Volunteers Held Beautification Project
The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday was designated as a national day of service in 1994, inspiring people to make a difference in the community. That was the case with employee volunteers from Shake Shack, one of the new additions to Irving’s restaurant landscape, which partnered with Keep... - January 23, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Florida Justice Center Set to Give Hope to Those Accused of Crimes
New Fort Lauderdale organization provides legal aid to those in need. - January 22, 2020 - Florida Justice Center
Keep Irving Beautiful, College Students, Host Beautification Project; Volunteers Paint Senter East Building
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) and North Lake College volunteers completed a beautification project Jan. 10 at the Senter East Building, 228 Chamberlain St. Six volunteers painted the building that will used for a variety of recreational activities throughout the year. The City of Irving’s... - January 18, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
SDWR Sponsoring Diabetic Alert Dog Grant
Service Dogs by SDWR is sponsoring a Grant Program for Diabetic Alert Service Dogs. This grant program is for individuals in North America diagnosed with either Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2020 with the announcement of the winners on February 14,... - January 17, 2020 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Friends of the Rainforest Introduces New Biodiversity Data App
St. Louis nonprofit adds forest mapping program for students to utilize - January 17, 2020 - Friends of the Rainforest
North Florida Land Trust Has Helped Save Thousands of Acres of Land from Development in Putnam County
A conservation easement on Wetland Preserve has been purchased through funding from the Florida Forever program. - January 11, 2020 - North Florida Land Trust
LeafScore.com - The Newly Launched Ratings & Review Hub for Truly Eco-Friendly, Non-Toxic Products
Leaf Score Inc. has launched a new site offering the inside scoop on eco-friendly, sustainable, and non-toxic products for every aspect of family life. Whether you’re looking for an eco-friendly yoga mat, non-toxic shaving cream, or even safe and sustainable dog toys, LeafScore.com can help you out. - January 09, 2020 - Leaf Score Inc.
2019 Year in Review – Tennessee United for Human Rights
2019 saw the expansion of Tennessee United for Human Rights, carrying out the work of the international organization United for Human Rights in the Southeast United States. - January 02, 2020 - United for Human Rights
United for Human Rights Holds Listening Session on Religious Landscape of Tennessee
Tennessee United for Human Rights brought in a special guest speaker for International Human Rights Day to share the landscape of religious freedom across the state, as part of a new series. - December 21, 2019 - United for Human Rights
Extension Master Gardener Program in Wake County Celebrates 40 Years of Service
The Wake County Extension Master Gardener program celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2019. The year-long merriment included a variety of unique and special events - featuring nationally renowned speakers, charter members, and extraordinary volunteer talents that extend beyond the landscape. The... - December 21, 2019 - Wake County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
Keep Irving Beautiful, Calvary Church Partner for Beautification Project Volunteers Plant Trees at Sam Houston Trail
Those who were walking dogs, riding bicycles or hiking at Sam Houston Trail on Dec. 14 likely noticed peculiar activity at the meadow: an enthusiastic group of volunteers, who were planting trees under the guidance of the City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department. Members of the Calvary Church... - December 19, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Human Rights Legends Honored at Annual Celebration in Tennessee
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day was held on December 10 in Nashville, Tennessee at the First Amendment Center. - December 14, 2019 - United for Human Rights
North Florida Land Trust Has Conserved Hundreds of Acres Surrounding Camp Blanding
The acquisition was made possible through a partnership with Camp Blanding and the Clay County Development Authority. - December 13, 2019 - North Florida Land Trust
The MahaRaja Eco Dive Lodge Was Named in Lonely Planet’s Top 5 World's Best Eco Resorts and Has Been Described as the Only Genuinely Eco-Friendly Dive Resort in the World
Lonely Planet has published its 2019 Top 5 world’s best eco resorts list and the MahaRaja Eco Dive Lodge made it to the top, after 18 months of operations. The MahaRaja Eco Dive Lodge has also been mentioned as "the only genuinely eco-friendly dive resort in the world" by Lonely... - December 08, 2019 - MahaRaja Eco Dive Lodge
North Florida Land Trust Has Acquired Land That Expands the Trail Ridge Preserve in Clay County
The property is located within a wildlife corridor and near Camp Blanding. - December 08, 2019 - North Florida Land Trust
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family Located at Travis Air Force Base, CA
Landin, a 12-year-old boy from Travis Air Force Base, CA, received a very special delivery of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Landin's service dog, Healy, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Landin's parents are looking forward to having... - December 07, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Epworth Hosts Light the Night Tree Lighting
St. Louis nonprofit participates in National Runaway Prevention Month. - December 07, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
North Florida Land Trust Adds Three New Members to its Board of Directors
John Delaney, Matt Rapp, and Jennifer Lasserre have joined the board of the nonprofit land conservation organization. - December 06, 2019 - North Florida Land Trust
Oliver-Smith Presents Revolutionary Community Design Methodologies
Oliver-Smith's Town Design Strategies Ignite New Opportunities for Town Builders. - December 05, 2019 - Oliver-Smith
Keep Irving Beautiful, Irving YMCA Seniors Partner for America Recycles Day
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) staff and a group of senior citizens gathered at the Irving Family YMCA on Nov. 21 for the annual America Recycles Day celebratory breakfast. America Recycles Day (ARD) is a nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting recycling in the United States. It is a KIB... - December 04, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Tennessee Human Rights Day Committee Announces 2019 Award Recipients
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day will take place on December 10 from 5-7pm in Nashville, Tennessee. - November 28, 2019 - United for Human Rights
North Florida Land Trust Announces the Purchase of Fish Island is Complete
The acquisition was funded through the Florida Forever program. - November 23, 2019 - North Florida Land Trust
North Florida Land Trust Has Received the Joe Hixon Champion of Conservation Award
The award was presented by the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. - November 21, 2019 - North Florida Land Trust
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Aleck, a 9-year-old boy from Idaho Falls, ID received a very special delivery of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Aleck’s service dog, Walter, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Aleck’s parents are looking forward to having... - November 20, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Keep Irving Beautiful Participates in Unite for Troops Nonprofit Helps Make Veterans Day Celebration a "Green Event"
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) continued a longstanding tradition of attending the Unite for Troops Veterans Day event on Nov. 9. The annual event is hosted by Porter’s Army and Navy. KIB’s role at the event was both as an exhibitor and as the provider of green event supplies, including... - November 20, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Glitz and Glamour Replace the Ravages of Chemo and Cancer During a Special Showcase at SMGlobal Catwalk
Courage and beauty are evident as patients model on the runway during SMGlobal Catwalk. The models, who are in the midst of surgeries, chemo, and radiation beat cancer in every step they take. - November 08, 2019 - Say YES to Hope
SDWR Honors Fallen Officer by Naming Future Service Dog in His Honor
Service Dogs by SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred dogs for individuals of all ages with invisible disabilities like Diabetes, PTSD, Autism and Seizure Disorder. In addition to the nearly 600 working dogs already placed, there are several hundred more actively enrolled in SDWR’s... - November 08, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Epworth to Participate in National Runaway Prevention Month
Nonprofit to "Shine a Light" on the homeless youth issues during the month of November. - November 07, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
SDWR Delivers Diabetic Alert Dog to Lucky Boy in Torrington, CT
Logan, a 13-year-old boy in Torrington, CT, received a very special delivery today of his very own Diabetic Alert Service Dog from SDWR. Based in Madison, Virginia, SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred and trained dogs for people of all ages that struggle with living with invisible... - November 05, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Tennessee United for Human Rights Commemorates Religious Freedom Day with Educational Seminar
The Church of Scientology Nashville held a special service to observe Religious Freedom Day and educate all attendees on the importance of the day. - November 02, 2019 - United for Human Rights
Keep Irving Beautiful Conducts Annual Litter Index Survey
The City of Irving recorded a 34 percent decrease in the amount of litter across the city, according to Keep Irving Beautiful’s (KIB) 2019 Litter Index Survey. This year, the overall average score was 1.26 compared to the previous year’s score of 1.90. The survey accessed nine areas... - November 02, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered by Service Dogs by SDWR to Lucky Woman from Homer, NY
Alyson is an 18-year-old college student who enjoys track, cross country as well as college events. Alyson also has had to endure the daily struggle of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Alyson’s service dog, Nelson, will be able to accompany her everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities... - November 01, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Tennessee United for Human Rights to Focus on Suffrage for Special Day
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day will take place on December 10th from 5-7pm in Nashville, Tennessee. - October 31, 2019 - United for Human Rights
Vizient Holds Annual "Community Day" Employees, Keep Irving Beautiful Paint Buildings at Irving Soccer Complex
The buildings at the Irving Soccer Complex have a vibrant, new look thanks to Vizient employee volunteers and Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB). On Oct. 22, Vizient’s group of volunteers tackled a beautification project by painting the concession and facility buildings yellow, red and blue at the... - October 31, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Valdez, Alaska
Eathan, a 9-year-old boy from Valdez, Alaska, received a very special delivery today of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Eathan's service dog, Gwen, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Eathan's parents are looking forward to having additional... - October 26, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Fluor Corporation Volunteers with Keep Irving Beautiful "Fluor Cares" Volunteer Group Holds Cleanup at Campion Trail
“Fluor Cares” was the motto for Fluor employees and family members who volunteered with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) for a cleanup at Bird’s Fort Trail Park on Oct. 19. Eighteen volunteers collected 125 pounds of trash and 45 pounds of recyclable materials in the park. - October 26, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Monterey First Theatre Receives Federal Grant
Monterey's First Theatre has received federal funding for ADA upgrades required as part of the restoration and reopening of the theater. - October 25, 2019 - Monterey State Historic Parks Association
Epworth Children & Family Services Awarded More Than $1.6 Million in Grants
Nonprofit is only Missouri agency to receive awards under bureau's specific programs in 2019. - October 25, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Vinton, VA
Taylin, a 3-year-old little boy from Vinton, VA, received a very special delivery today of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Taylin's service dog, Conrad, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Taylin's parents are looking forward to having... - October 24, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Alliance Applauds Wenstrup Amendment to House Drug Pricing Package
Site neutral policies in the Wenstrup Amendment to H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019, would reduce out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for seniors - October 23, 2019 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
Locus Agricultural Solutions’ Organic Soil “Probiotic” Named a Finalist for 2019 Best New Biological Product
Panel of International Judges for Agribusiness Intelligence "Global Crop Science Forum and Awards" Picks Rhizolizer as a Leading Biostimulant - October 23, 2019 - Locus Agricultural Solutions
American Standard, KIB Team Up for Community Day
Employee volunteers from American Standard Brands took some time away from their Grand Prairie office Oct. 11 to volunteer with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) during Community Day. This is the second year for this company to partner with KIB for a beautification project, which included painting the... - October 23, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Never Left Behind from Voices for Pets for the Welfare and Compassion of Sentient Beings
How far would you go to be reunited with your dog? Never Left Behind is the compelling and incredible true story account of Chicago Chef entrepreneur, Paul Barthel, who refused to be separated from his Labrador Retriever while going through a highly contentious divorce, making headlines. - October 19, 2019 - Voices for Pets
Epworth Children & Family Services Holds 35th Annual Holiday Gift Giving Drive
St. Louis nonprofit to make the holidays more joyous for children, youth and families. - October 18, 2019 - Epworth Children & Family Services
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Lithia, FL
Ryan is a 14 year old who enjoys playing basketball. Ryan also has had to endure the daily struggle of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Ryan's service dog, Keesee,will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Diabetes affects Ryan's independence. He often... - October 16, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
The CLUB Annual Party Celebrates Women Leaders
The CLUB of San Francisco Bay Area celebrates its seventh anniversary with a party to celebrate women. - October 16, 2019 - The CLUB SV