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Freedom Ride Through Pilots n Paws
Hundreds of animals saved from high kill shelters through the joint efforts of Pilots n Paws and volunteer animal rescue groups. - October 03, 2014 - Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue
Tim Timmerman Named BSA's 2014 Distinguished Citizen
Tim Timmerman, Chairman of the Lower Colorado River Authority Board of Directors, has been named recipient of the 2014 Distinguished Citizen Award by the Capitol Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, in Central Texas. - October 03, 2014 - Capitol Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
Human Rights Day Celebration in Tennessee Set for December 10
The planning has begun for the Tennessee celebration of International Human Rights Day in December. - October 03, 2014 - United for Human Rights
Climate-KIC Start-Ups Raise €59 Million in External Funding
Investment highlights increased trend for investor engagement in a more diverse range of "Cleantech 2.0" technologies; 45 start-ups are latest success stories of Climate-KIC’s unique Accelerator; now supporting over 120 cleantech start-ups in Europe every year; Climate-KIC’s 2014 Venture Competition later in October will recognise the rising stars of European cleantech. - October 02, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Informal Settlement Network - Working Together for Change and Using Social Media to Spread the Word
The informal settlement network is taking ownership, and taking action, and have created a Forum4Change. - October 02, 2014 - Forum4Change
BringChivalryBack.com Awards Its "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" to TV Personality Steve Harvey
For continually promoting chivalrous behavior and serving as a positive role model for young men, TV Star Steve Harvey of "The Steve Harvey Show" has been awarded the honor of "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" for September, 2014. The award, presented by BringChivalryBack.com, recognizes those who demonstrate the positive impact such gestures by men can have. - October 02, 2014 - Bring Chivalry Back
Millennials "Hack" Policy and Develop Solution to Gaza Blockade; Start-Up Uses Hack-a-Thon Model to Reinvent Policy Making
Last weekend, a group of diverse millennials set out on their own path to "hack" policy. After nearly 24 hours of discussion, research, playing devil's advocate and more- they have come up with policy recommendation to end the blockade in Gaza. You can find an executive summary and the full policy paper at Polithon.org or http://bit.ly/1vtjsFs. - October 02, 2014 - Polithon
Alberta Based Partners Connect Kids with Computers
The Electronic Recycling Association and Alberta’s Promise focus on underprivileged Lethbridge youth. - October 02, 2014 - Electronic Recycling Association
Source Molecular Highlights Usefulness of MST in Stormwater Management
Source Molecular Corporation representatives attended the 10th Annual Conference of the California Stormwater Quality Association this month at the Hyatt Orange County, to promote Microbial Source Tracking technology for effective stormwater management. - September 29, 2014 - Source Molecular Corporation
Source Molecular Offers Improved Human Test
Source Molecular has been given a license by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to offer a modified and improved Human Bacteroidetes ID test to identify sources of fecal pollution. - September 29, 2014 - Source Molecular Corporation
Fire Sprinkler Advocates Spearhead Drive to Build Fire Safe Homes Through South Shore Habitat for Humanity Project
Home fire sprinkler installation event at Hanover site Wednesday, September 24 at 10 am. The Massachusetts Fire Sprinkler Coalition is providing its time and manpower to provide fire-safe homes for deserving South Shore Families. As part of South Shore Habitat for Humanity's work in Hanover, the... - September 24, 2014 - South Shore Habitat for Humanity
Human Innovations Announces TremWatch(TM)
Hand tremor measurement app for smart phone, initial module in suite of integrated wellness tools providing actionable insights for improved patient awareness. - September 21, 2014 - Human Innovations, LLC
Operation Kidsafe Safety Week Coming to Bowling Green KY
The Operation Kidsafe System wil be in Bowling Green Oct 20-25, 2014. The system is similar to the FBI type digital system. Get a life-time bio document for your child. Program is totally private and free for every family. - September 17, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe
OCA Calls for Thorough Investigation to Identify Origin of Unidentified Fumes: Concern Raised About Health Effects on Children
The Office of The Children’s Advocate (OCA) has taken note of reports of unidentified fumes detected in the corporate area. The OCA acknowledges the response by the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), the... - September 14, 2014 - Office of The Children's Advocate
OCA Concerned About Reports of Forced Sexual Activities in Schools
The Office of the Children’s Advocate (OCA) is concerned about media reports and anecdotal incidents of sexual activity within schools. This sexual activity not only spans heterosexual engagements, but homosexual encounters as well. The OCA is raising particular concern about this growing... - September 14, 2014 - Office of The Children's Advocate
New Jersey High School Girl Scout Makes a Big Impact for 2014 International Literacy Day
Pre-kindergarten children in New Brunswick’s The Tiny Tot Spot will soon know that Hunterdon Central Regional High School student Kai Dennis sees them as special when they receive their backpacks filled with school supplies. Kai Dennis decided to partner with the Global Literacy Project, Inc. (GLP) to provide the basics for the entire newly entering class. - September 09, 2014 - Global Literacy Project, Inc.
Climate-KIC’s US Start-Up Tour Gives Europe’s Brightest Cleantech Start-Ups a Crash Course in Entrepreneurship
The Start-up Tour to Silicon Valley and the Boston area plays a crucial role in the growth of a global community of cleantech entrepreneurs and innovators and coincides with the release of Climate-KIC’s "Future of Cleantech" report which highlights new opportunities for investors and calls for greater cross border collaboration and "co-opetition" to help climate innovators and entrepreneurs reach their potential. - September 08, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Lasting Lesbian Love Talks Tele-Summit Free, Online, Attend from the Comfort of Home September 10-12, 2014
Lesbian Love Expert Offering Free, online advice on finding & nurturing lasting lesbian love. Sept 10-12 - Join them to listen to twelve experts and celebrities share advice. - September 08, 2014 - Lasting Lesbian Love
Able Force Offers Immediate Employment Opportunities for Veterans to Help Veterans and Their Families
Able Force now seeks veterans and people with disabilities to apply for employment opportunities now open at multiple locations across the country. - September 06, 2014 - AbleForce, Inc.
Muslim Coalition Denounces ISIS for Steven Sotloff's Murder
The US Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO), a coalition of several national and local organizations, today condemns a terrorist and anti-Islam group for a video purporting to show the gruesome beheading of American journalist Steven Sotloff. The murder of innocent civilians is immoral,... - September 03, 2014 - USCMO
Central Florida Community Unites in Fight Against Childhood Cancer
Parents & Professionals Launch Nationwide Challenge to Whip Childhood Cancer. - September 02, 2014 - Whipping Childhood Cancer
The Trackingpoint Solar Backpack by Eclipse Solar Gear
Eclipse Solar Gear has introduced the latest solar charging solutions for the Trackingpoint precision guided firearms. - August 31, 2014 - Eclipse Solar Gear
Amnesty International Announces Fall Conference Featuring Carlos Mauricio, Founder of Stop Impunity Project
Nashville Amnesty International will host its annual conference at the Friends House on September 20th with keynote speaker Carlos Mauricio of the Stop Impunity Project. - August 30, 2014 - Nashville Amnesty
Champion Seattle Seahawks Team Up with Free2Luv for Anti-Bullying Campaign
The Seahawks and Free2Luv™ announce the launch of the Friends Don’t Let Friends Bully™ anti-bullying campaign that invites fans to #TakeThePledge, stand up, speak out and let their voices be heard. This public awareness campaign is designed to connect youth everywhere to realize the power of their words and actions and to choose to rock LUV not hate. - August 30, 2014 - Free2Luv
Donation Requests on the Rise Through Summer Months
Electronic Recycling Association logs busiest summer on record for computer donations. - August 30, 2014 - Electronic Recycling Association
BringChivalryBack.com Awards Its "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" to Nick Cannon of "America's Got Talent" on NBC
For demonstrating chivalrous behavior thus serving as a positive role model for young men, Nick Cannon of NBC-TV's "America's Got Talent" has been awarded the honor of "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" for August, 2014. The award, presented by BringChivalryBack.com, recognizes noteworthy gestures of chivalry, grandiose or small, which demonstrate the positive impact such gestures by men can have. - August 30, 2014 - Bring Chivalry Back
Stock Up for Labor Day at the Morton Grove Farmers’ Market Sat 8/30
The Morton Grove Farmers' Market will be open Labor Day weekend! Saturday, August 30th Season 5, Week 13 Stock up on meats and veggies for grilling, party snacks, and sweet treats! The Market is open from 8 am - 12 pm at 6210 Dempster St., Morton Grove Music: 8-10 am Amadeo String Duo featuring... - August 30, 2014 - Morton Grove Farmers' Market
Operation Kidsafe Safety Week in Pembroke Pines Florida Sept. 15-20, 2014
Operation Kidsafe is shipping in a custom digital fingerprinting unit just like the FBI and Secret Service use. The local sponsor will run the system and make it available free and private for parents. Safety tips to start a family safety action plan are also included. - August 29, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe
Ventura County Public Works Agency Commemorates Completion of West Alley Paving with Ribbon Cutting
Ventura County Supervisor Linda Parks, Ventura County Public Works Agency Director of Water and Sanitation Reddy Pakala, and the Ventura County Waterworks District 19 (VCWWD #19) Advisory Board, will join other dignitaries for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the West Alley... - August 29, 2014 - Ventura County Public Works Agency
Audubon International Partners with Bookdifferent.com
Audubon International’s Green Lodging Program has partnered with hotel booking website Bookdifferent.com to encourage travelers to stay in hotels that are certified by eco-labels as having environmentally friendly practices. The Netherlands-based not-for-profit booking site in the first in... - August 28, 2014 - Audubon International
Breathe California of Los Angeles County Announces 2014 Breath of Life Awards Gala + Psomas as Breath of Life Award Honoree
Breathe California of Los Angeles County (BLA) is pleased to announce the 2014 Breath of Life Awards Gala, scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2014 beginning at 6pm at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. The 2014 Breath of Life Honoree is Psomas. - August 27, 2014 - Breathe California of Los Angeles
Havoyoco to Launch Crowdfunding Campaign, Build Homes for 120 Families in Somalia
“Women and young children are currently living in transient camps, as their homes have been demolished – or are no longer safe,” explained Mohammed Hassan, Havoyoco Chief Executive Director. “We are raising funds to build homes for 120 families, so that they no longer have to live in tents in refugee camps.” - August 27, 2014 - Havoyoco
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Fair Stopping in Ocala FL
Join Palm Kia, local law enforcement, first responders and Operation Kidsafe for a free child safety fair. Parents can attend this event and at no charge get a lifetime record of their child's digital fingerprints and a form that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency. Parents will also get valuable safety tips. Operation Kidsafe uses the latest equipment like the FBI and Secret Service. - August 22, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe Available at Fun Day for Kids South Florida Fairgrounds
Kids World Family Fun Fest is featuring Operation Kidsafe free digital photo and fingerprinting area. - August 22, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Fair Comes to Harrisonburg VA
The Kidsafe digital system will be in the area for only 2 days and it's totally private and no charge to parents. On Friday the Harrisonburg Fire Dept. will also offer Child Safety Seat Demos. - August 22, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe
Norwalk Seaport Association 2014 Golf Classic
The Norwalk Seaport Association will hold a golf tournament on the Main Course at the Silvermine Golf Club in Norwalk, CT on Monday, October 6, 2014. Registration and check in will start at 11am. Lunch will be served from 11:30 until 12:45pm. Shot gun start at 1pm. Lunch and dinner will be served... - August 16, 2014 - Norwalk Seaport Association
Gideon Putnam Resort & Spa Retains Designation as a Silver Certified Green Lodging Property
Delaware North Companies, Parks & Resorts, at Gideon Putnam Resort & Spa in Saratoga Springs, NY was recently re-designated a Silver Certified Green Lodging Property by environmental nonprofit Audubon International. The hotel first achieved certification in 2009 with a silver rating. - August 14, 2014 - Audubon International
Mary Davis Recently Honored in the Field of Environmental Education. Who Better to Teach About Sharing Nature with Children at Sheldrake Environmental Center?
This fall, recently honored Mary Davis will start teaching Sheldrake's Volunteer Environmental Education Training Program. - August 13, 2014 - Sheldrake Environmental Center
AIDS Research Alliance Now Providing Leukopaks to Research and Pharmaceutical Institutions
AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) is pleased to announce an expansion of its services to include the ability to conduct leukapheresis, and to provide blood products to research and pharmaceutical institutions. - August 12, 2014 - AIDS Research Alliance
Zeitgeist Movement Advocate to World Boldly: "It Makes Sense."
59-year old David Wayne, degreed electrical engineer, master certified marine and radio technician, scuba divemaster and sailboat owner, didn't start out with intentions to make a difference, he just got fed up. This past weekend, David pulled into his mooring just west of Regatta Pointe Marina, Palmetto FL on his Island Packet 31-foot sailboat, freshly wrapped with bold end-to-end TZM (The Zeitgeist Movement) graphics, and new name to match: Zeitgeist Ambassador. - August 11, 2014 - The Zeitgeist Movement
What Would You Like to Know About Sharks? Ask the Shark Experts.
More than 50 of the world’s top shark experts are allowing themselves to be auctioned to raise funds for shark conservation. Being auctioned are dinners (or lunches) with each. It is a unique opportunity to “talk shark” face-to-face, one-on-one, with a real authority on sharks! - August 11, 2014 - Shark Research Institute
Marriott Vacation Club Resorts in Hawai’i Achieve High Ranking Green Certification
Four of Marriott Vacation Club’s resorts in the state of Hawai’i recently achieved high rankings in Audubon International’s Green Lodging Program. Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club on Oahu and Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club on Maui both achieved Platinum Certification, and... - August 10, 2014 - Audubon International
Fresh Thinking: Growing, Eating, Living Classes at 21 Acres
Think Fresh and plan to learn new skills or expand your current knowledge. 21 Acres is gearing up with a variety of affordable, educational offerings. Cooking, canning, composting and more. - August 08, 2014 - 21 Acres
Breaking Down Barriers One Laptop at a Time
The Electronic Recycling Association announces partnership with CUPS Calgary. - August 08, 2014 - Electronic Recycling Association
The Rain Barrel: Some Things Old, Become New Again
As Americans are becoming more conscious of water use, along with the spread of droughts across the United States, rain barrels are becoming an essential part of the residential landscape. But where do rain barrels come from? Collecting and storing rainwater to use for later use has been in... - August 07, 2014 - The Rain Barrel Depot
Social Media and Music Team Up to Help Youth
Social network, My Broken Palace, has teamed up with rock powerhouse Nine Lashes to generate brand awareness. - August 07, 2014 - My Broken Palace
Enable America Partners with DirectEmployers to Improve Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities
Enable America, the nation’s first nonprofit solely committed to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, has joined forces with DirectEmployers Association in launching a dynamic and searchable online job portal: EnableAmerica.jobs. This online employment search tool... - August 07, 2014 - Enable America
At Sheldrake, Summer Isn't Over Yet and Fall is Already Planned
What to do this year in late summer and fall. - August 06, 2014 - Sheldrake Environmental Center
Operation Kidsafe International Announces Child Safety Event Coming to the Atlanta Area
You are cordially invited to the Kick off and Press Conference Friday, Aug 8, 2014 at 10am and the Child Safety Fair on Saturday and Sunday Live Music, Food and a face painter will be provided on Saturday. - August 05, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe Will be in the Matteson, IL Area Aug 9, 2014
Join Sutton Ford, local law enforcement, first responders and Operation Kidsafe for a free child safety fair. Parents can attend this event and at no Charge get a lifetime record of their child's digital fingerprints and a form that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency. Parents will also get valuable safety tips. Operation Kidsafe uses the latest equipment like the FBI and Secret Service. - August 05, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe