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AmpleHarvest.org joins USDA’s 2023 Feds Feed Families Campaign to Combat Hunger and Improve Access to Healthy Food
AmpleHarvest.org will again participate in "Feds Feed Families", the annual federal government summer food drive. The 2023 virtual campaign will run from June 26 through September 30. - July 11, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
Living Advantage Inc. Announces “Mixer That Matters” with Radio Personality Dawn Dai
Living Advantage, Inc. (LA, Inc.), a 30-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth, is thrilled to announce its upcoming fundraising event, "Mixer That Matters" with Media Personality Dawn Dai, host of the Vitamin D Podcast. The extraordinary event will take... - July 09, 2023 - Living Advantage Inc.
ACREF Introduces Its Newly Elected Officers and 2023 – 2025 Board of Directors
The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc. (ACREF) has appointed six individuals to its Board of Directors. Each director will serve a two (2) year term. - July 07, 2023 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
Luz Santiago Named New Director of Prevention for Wynona's House, Furthering the Mission of the CAC to "Bring the Change Children and Families Need to be Safe to Heal"
Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center is pleased to introduce its new Director of Prevention, Ms. Luz Santiago, LMSW. Santiago brings a wealth of experience to her role, possessing 25 years of child advocacy experience. She has enacted positive change in the communities she has served. Wynona’s House recently launched a new project called Prevention-By-Design, which Santiago will lead. This new community-based prevention program will improve outcomes for children and families in Essex County. - June 30, 2023 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Innovative Educational Opportunity Takes U.S. Students, Grads and Pros to East Africa for Comprehensive Study Tour and "Focus on Africa" Seminar
“Where Do We Go From Here?: Africans and Americans in Tryin’ Times.” The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK) and The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Educational Fund, Inc. (ACREF) have today announced plans for a comprehensive two-week cross cultural, intergenerational summer study tour hosted on the CUK campus in the upscale Nairobi suburb of Karen. The program runs from August 10 to August 25, 2023. Registration is limited. - June 17, 2023 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
New Book Exposes U.S. Failure to Clean up Gasoline & Develop Alternatives
"Gasolinegate: What's in Our Gasoline is Killing Us" is about the struggle to break the United States' dependence on petroleum, reliance on gasoline, and their consequential impacts on public health and the economy. - May 30, 2023 - Burl Haigwood
Los Angeles Mayor Bass’ Team to Join Living Advantage, Inc. & Woodcraft Rangers for 2023 VIP Career Match Days
Living Advantage, Inc. (LA, Inc.), a 30-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering foster youth, and Woodcraft Rangers, a nearly 100-year-old youth development organization, are pleased to announce their collaboration for weekly VIP Career Match Days at Manual Arts High School during May Foster Care Month. - May 30, 2023 - Living Advantage Inc.
“How I Wish There Were More Wynona’s Houses!” Wynona’s House’s Latest Family Success Story Gives Hope to Other Families to Overcome Child Abuse
Wynona’s House is sharing a new story of a local family who has benefitted from Wynona’s House’s services. Enhancing clinical services to children and parental resilience through accessing mental health services and programming is in the core of the CAC’s newly launched Prevention-by-Design project. - May 18, 2023 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Collaboration Supports Rescue Dogs; Raises Funds for Mary’s Dogs
Two New Hampshire-based businesses are collaborating to tell the story of rescue dogs and Mary's Dogs Rescue and Adoption. - May 16, 2023 - Golden Dog Adventure Co.
Rising Interest Rates and Multifamily Real Estate: an In-Depth Conversation on The Capital Playbook Podcast
Join The Capital Playbook Podcast on May 11, 2023, 11:00 AM CST as host Charles Williams and guest Tyler Bynum discuss the impact of rising interest rates on the multifamily real estate market. They'll address the gap between buyer and seller expectations, factors affecting net operating income, and potential rental rate trends. Gain valuable insights to navigate the evolving market. - May 11, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Calling All Animal Lovers: Safari Bob's Endangered Twin Ring Tailed Lemurs to Make Their Public Debut at Mandalay Farms Event
Professional Model and philanthropist Karin Taylor, is hosting a not to be missed fundraiser at Mandalay Farms on Saturday, May 20,2023 in Jupiter. Safari Bob’s will be donating encounter time at the event with their twin Ring Tailed Lemurs to help raise money for the farm’s mission to provide unique experiences and education for displaced/disadvantaged youth. - May 10, 2023 - Safari Bob's
Keep Irving Beautiful Partners with Verizon Group Conducts Cleanup at T.W. Richardson Grove Park
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) recently partnered with employee volunteers from Verizon for a cleanup at T.W. Richardson Grove Park, 333 E. Interstate Highway 635, on May 2. It was a beautiful spring morning for the group to take time away from the office to join KIB for this service project. After... - May 10, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Keep Irving Beautiful Recognized as Gold Star Affiliate by Keep Texas Beautiful One of 82 Texas Communities Honored
Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB), a statewide grassroots environmental and community improvement non-profit organization, was recently named Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) a Gold Star Affiliate. Gold Star is the highest recognition highest status any community affiliate can achieve. “Our affiliates... - May 05, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
WGI Experts Discuss Engineering in Commercial Real Estate on The Capital Playbook Podcast
On this episode of The Capital Playbook, Charles Williams speaks with Marcia Alvarado and Mike Oler from WGI about engineering in commercial real estate. With their nationwide leadership in technology-based solutions for public infrastructure construction and real estate development, WGI's expertise and services are unmatched. Listen in to gain valuable insights into the industry and learn from the experts. - May 04, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Gary Oppenheimer, of AmpleHarvest.org, Speaking About Information and Faith-Based Solutions to Combat Food Waste and Hunger at 2023 International Gleaning Symposium
AmpleHarvest.org founder and executive director Gary Oppenheimer has been invited to speak at the 2023 International Gleaning Symposium, which will take place May 3-5, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Oppenheimer, a leading advocate for reducing food waste and increasing food security, will be... - May 04, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
Equipping Transition Age Youth This May Foster Care Month
The month of May marks the annual observance of Foster Care Month, a time to raise awareness on issues related to foster care and to celebrate organizations that are dedicated to serving foster youth. - May 03, 2023 - Living Advantage Inc.
Keep Irving Beautiful Seeks Nominations for Annual Awards “Mayor and KIB Awards” Honor Irving’s Difference Makers
Keep Irving Beautiful is asking for nominations to be submitted for the 2023 “Mayor and KIB Annual Awards.” These awards honor local individuals, organizations and businesses that have gone above and beyond in making significant contributions towards making Irving a better place to... - May 03, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Gary Oppenheimer, of AmpleHarvest.org, Speaking About Hunger and Food Waste Innovations in Indian Country at National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference on May 7-9, 2023
AmpleHarvest.org founder Gary Oppenheimer has been invited to speak at the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference from May 7-9, 2023. The conference, which will be held in Washington, D.C., brings together advocates, policymakers, and experts in the fight against hunger. Oppenheimer's talk will... - May 02, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
AI Revolutionizes Homelessness Solutions: Project PRC Uses ChatGPT to Aid 1,000 Families
Project PRC, a Texas-based nonprofit, is implementing AI language model ChatGPT to develop innovative strategies for fighting homelessness in America. With a goal to help 1,000 families this year, Project PRC implements AI-generated solutions such as affordable housing, prevention programs, and job creation. Support Project PRC's mission by donating at https://projectprc.org/donate and make a difference in the lives of those affected by homelessness. - May 01, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Discover Your Path to Financial Freedom with Kennedale Oaks Investment Opportunity; Capital Playbook Podcast Show Episode 44 Premieres Today
Don't miss out on this insightful episode, "Join Our Investment Opportunity at Kennedale Oaks and Experience Financial Freedom," premiering today at 11:00 AM CST on YouTube and everywhere else podcasts are available. - April 27, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County Announces the Launch of Almost Home - a New Pathway to Affordable Homeownership
Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County (HFHNCC) is pleased to announce the launch of Almost Home, a new program to help more low-income individuals become homeowners. The Almost Home Press Conference will be held on Tuesday, May 2 at 11 am on 2226 Lamotte Street in Wilmington. - April 27, 2023 - Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County
Keep Irving Beautiful Partners with Dallas Everest Lions Club Group Donated and Planted Trees at City’s Tree Farm
The City of Irving’s Tree Farm, located at Nursery and Hunter Ferrell Roads, has ten new trees, thanks to the efforts of the Dallas Everest Lions Club, Keep Irving Beautiful and the Parks and Recreation Department’s Urban Forestry Team. Volunteers from the Dallas Everest Lions Club met... - April 19, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
The Benefits of ERC Tax Credits = FREE MONEY for Small Businesses. Watch The Capital Playbook Podcast Show Episode 42 Premiere.
Do you like free money? Watch this week's episode featuring "Employee Retention Credit," with our guests Terry Bleistein and Jason Pratt. The ERC is a fully refundable tax credit available to businesses that were impacted by COVID-19. The total ERC benefit per employee can be up to $26,000. - April 13, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
OutcomesX Marketplace Launches with Deal to Move Funding Directly to Ukrainian NGOs Struggling to Access International Aid; $2 Million Committed by UBS Optimus Foundation
OutcomesX, a first-of-its-kind social outcomes marketplace, launched today with a deal to transfer $2 million in relief donations from UBS Optimus Foundation clients and employees directly to local NGOs in Ukraine that are providing education and mental health services to children in-country. This... - April 13, 2023 - OutcomesX
Plan to Use Wild Horses for Wildfire Fuel Mitigation Characterized as "Innovative Approach" by AM Best TV
California nonprofit's nature-based wildfire solution recently garnered the attention of AM Best TV, which provides mission critical information to Insurance companies. - April 12, 2023 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
Project PRC Corporation Launches New Fundraising Campaign to Raise $3 Million Dollars to Help Fight Homelessness Across America
Homelessness in America has reached horrendous volumes recently across the nation. Project PRC Corporation, a nonprofit organization focused on developing apartment communities, student housing, low to moderate income housing, and workforce housing, has announced the launch of a new fundraising... - April 11, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Senator Wynona Lipman Discussed and Celebrated at the Newark Public Library: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 1:00–4:00 PM - Free
Wynona’s House is an incorporated 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization named in honor of its legislative champion, the late Senator Wynona Lipman, who helped develop the Center to promote justice, hope, and healing for child victims of abuse and neglect throughout Essex County by coordinating investigation, prosecution, treatment, prevention, and supportive services utilizing the “child-centered” multidisciplinary team approach. - April 07, 2023 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Wynona’s House Hosts Fundraiser to Promote Healing & Justice for Child Victims of Abuse & Neglect in Essex County: April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
In honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which occurs every April, Wynona’s House Child Advocacy Center (CAC) has launched its first Pinwheel Garden Challenge fundraising campaign which will directly benefit families in Essex County. To donate, visit http://weblink.donorperfect.com/PreventChildAbuse2023. - April 07, 2023 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Keep Irving Beautiful Hosts "Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off"
The “Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off” is the state’s signature event of the “Great American Cleanup,” taking place in communities all across Texas. Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) hosted its event on April 1 at Trinity View Park, where volunteers shared a common goal... - April 07, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
CoBank Donates $2 Million to Dc Central Kitchen to Combat Hunger and Poverty
CoBank has donated $2 million to DC Central Kitchen (DCCK), a Washington, DC-based social enterprise nonprofit that combats hunger and poverty through job training and job creation, while promoting a market for locally sourced, fresh produce – spending over $600,000 in 2022 with small and... - March 28, 2023 - DC Central Kitchen
BAMSI Named 2023 Business of the Year by Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce
BAMSI, a nonprofit human services agency providing vital programs and services to individuals and families throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, has been named the 2023 Business of the Year by the Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce. The award is presented annually to a local business that has... - March 28, 2023 - BAMSI
Keep Irving Beautiful March Tree Plantings Volunteers Add 28 Trees at Two Parks
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) recently partnered with two groups to help make two city parks more green and beautiful. Irving Girl Scout Troops 1810 and 6458 didn’t sleep in on Monday, March 13, their first day of Spring Break, but instead came to Towne Lake Park, 800 Esters Road, to plant... - March 26, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Watch Reducing the Carbon Footprint in Commercial Real Estate
The Capital Playbook, a leading podcast show covering business and finance, is proud to announce the premiere of Episode 39 titled "Reducing the Carbon Footprint in Commercial Real Estate." The episode will be available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms starting March 23, 2023, at 11:00 AM CST. - March 23, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
AmpleHarvest.org Founder to Present at "Addressing Food Waste: How Faiths/Faith Organizations can Connect Gardening Abundance with Vulnerable Communities’ Food Needs"
Gary Oppenheimer, founder and executive director of AmpleHarvest.org, will join panel on addressing food waste at EPA webinar on March 21; Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM ET - March 19, 2023 - AmpleHarvest.org
Delta Soul Clothing Company Brings Mississippi Delta Style to Fashion
Delta Soul, a new clothing company inspired by the sights and sounds of the Mississippi Delta, has officially launched its line of stylish apparel. Co-founders John and Mary Helms, who hail from Greenwood and Holcomb respectively, have designed a collection of clothing that pays homage to the... - March 17, 2023 - Salty Soul Foundation
Regions Bank Acquisition of Sabal Capital Opens Up Hotel and Multifamily Financing Nationwide
The Capital Playbook Podcast Show is thrilled to announce the premiere of its latest episode, "Regions Bank Acquisition of Sabal Capital Opens Up Hotel and Multifamily Financing Nationwide," on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at 11:00 AM CST. This episode features special guest Austin Barrett, who joins the show to share some exciting news with the nationwide lending community. - March 16, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Marriott Commits Over $5 Million to DC Central Kitchen, Expanding Its Iconic Culinary Job Training Program
Marriott International and The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation have committed $5.125 million to DC Central Kitchen (dccentralkitchen.org), the iconic Washington, DC-based community kitchen, as part of the nonprofit’s Bringing the Kitchen Home comprehensive campaign. - March 14, 2023 - DC Central Kitchen
Using Credit Unions to Finance Commercial Real Estate Episode 37 Capital Playbook
The Capital Playbook Podcast Show is excited to announce the premiere of their latest episode, "Using Credit Unions to Finance Commercial Real Estate," featuring special guest Luke Smith, AVP/Commercial Loan Officer at CU Business Group. The show premiered on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at... - March 10, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Frying Pan Tower Adventure Trip for 2 Fundraiser
You could win an adventurous 3-day/2-night stay for two at Frying Pan Tower. - March 06, 2023 - FPTower Inc.
St. Luke's United Methodist Church Wins National Award as Faith Communities Prioritize Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, and Sustainability
St. Luke's United Methodist Church of Indianapolis was recently awarded one of 6 national awards national Interfaith Power & Light (IPL) 2023 Cool Congregations Challenge winners who each have been awarded a $1,000 prize. The annual contest accepts applications from religious congregations around the United States who are working to address climate change by reducing their carbon footprint as they create models of sustainability within their communities. - March 02, 2023 - St Luke's United Methodist Church
Keep Irving Beautiful to Host Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off April 1
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) invites the public to participate in the “Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off,” our state’s signature event of the “Great American Cleanup,” the nation’s largest community improvement program. Irving’s event is scheduled for 9... - March 02, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
The Capital Playbook Podcast, with Over 250,000 Views on YouTube, Welcomes Dewey Nguyen from Carlton Fields to Discuss Agency Loans from a Lender's Perspective
Supercharge Your Commercial Real Estate Business. Charles Williams, CEO and Founder of Pioneer Realty Capital shares over 20 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry to teach you how to win in commercial real estate. They are committed to educating and informing you about how to identify good real estate opportunities, the major role of capital markets, and delivering you the most up to date commercial real estate news, advice, and insight. - February 28, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
Clowd Foundry Announces Patent-Pending Technology for Squeezable Glass and Hybrid Bottles
Squeezable glass mosaic bottles create exciting new bottling designs for consumer engagement and decrease the use of plastics that damage the environment - February 22, 2023 - Clowd Foundry LLC
Yoga Certification for Addiction Recovery
Specialty Professional Training to Break Habits and Addictive Behavior: Online Immersion - February 16, 2023 - SuperHealth
Keep Irving Beautiful Volunteers Bring Valentine Cheer to Seniors 738 Cards Made and Given to Nursing Home Residents
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) continued the spirit and success of the Christmas Cards for Seniors project into 2023 with a similar card campaign for Valentine’s Day. Volunteers were encouraged to write Valentine cards (homemade or purchased) which KIB delivered to local nursing home residents. - February 15, 2023 - Keep Irving Beautiful
New Book Examines the Rich History of Hiking
"Ramble On: How Hiking Became One of the Most Popular Outdoor Activities" in the World expands on the first broad historical overview of hiking - February 14, 2023 - RockyMountainHikingTrails.com
Project PRC Launches to Address Housing Crisis and Homelessness in America
Homelessness and hunger are two of the most pressing issues facing communities across America. However, it can be difficult to know how to make a meaningful impact on these issues. Find out how you can help. - February 11, 2023 - Pioneer Realty Capital
The Retreat Announces the Curtis Carlson Nelson Research Institute to Focus on Addiction and Recovery Research, Advocacy
The Retreat is announcing The Curtis Carlson Nelson Research Institute at The Retreat. Created to honor the legacy of longtime friend Curtis Carlson Nelson, it will focus on research and advocacy into substance abuse and recovery. The first project will study outcomes for Twelve Step, abstinence- and community-based recovery models. The research will be conducted by Dr. John Kelly of Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital and the Recovery Research Institute. - February 02, 2023 - The Retreat
Warren Park Urban Planning Design Challenge + WINTER(safety)FEST
On Jan. 29, 2023 @12:00pm Warren Park's Urban Design challenge kicks off with the Design Challenge Site Walk at WINTER(safety)FEST. This urban planning challenge is an opportunity for Toronto students to engage with an ongoing community and government on a real-life city challenge across February and March. Submissions are due March 31st. - January 24, 2023 - WPRA
Tampa Technology Companies Join Forces with Salty Soul Foundation for a Beach Cleanup
Several of Tampa's largest tech companies joined forces with the Salty Soul Foundation to participate in “Tampa Tech Beach Cleanup” event. Despite the chilly weather, over 185 volunteers from the tech companies and the community came together to collect over 550 pounds of trash from Dunedin Causeway beach. - January 19, 2023 - Salty Soul Foundation