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Chicago's Green Tech Growth Celebrated, “An Evening With The Worms” at The Plant
Chicago is becoming a leader in Green Technology. The Plant is the premiere urban farming incubator and will become the meeting ground of some of Chicago's most forward thinkers. - February 28, 2013 - Paganics
Mispro Biotech Services Announces Partnership with The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Preclinical experts open vivarium facility in Research Triangle Park - February 28, 2013 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Nashville Chapter of Amnesty International Gears Up for Fourth Annual Conference
Amnesty International’s Nashville chapter has much to look forward to in 2013. - February 27, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
Dr. Chandramouli Named IEEE Communications Society Distinguished Lecturer for 2013 and 2014
Stevens professor breaks down cell phone network barriers and evaluates effects of social networks. - February 27, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Olive Tree Initiative Week Begins at UC Irvine February 25th
Olive Tree Initiative (OTI) at Irvine will host a series of events focused on “Conflicts and Transitions” around the world during the OTI Week at UC Irvine February 25th-March 1. These events are open to the public. - February 24, 2013 - Olive Tree Initiative
U.S. Gas and Electric Named One of the Region’s “Best Place to Work” by South Florida Business Journal
U.S. Gas & Electric was named as one of “The Best Places to Work” in South Florida by the South Florida Business Journal. - February 24, 2013 - U.S. Gas & Electric
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Announces Partnership with QPS Holdings, LLC
Global CRO Establishes New Research Triangle Park, North Carolina Based Operation and Research Center - February 23, 2013 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
National Grid and Green Education Foundation Kick Off The Green Energy Challenge T-Shirt Contest For K-5 Student in Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Winner Will Have the Opportunity to Throw Out the First Pitch at Fenway Park. - February 21, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
San Francisco Chronicle Journalist to Moderate Compass Family Services' Panel Discussion on Family Trauma, Homelessness, and Poverty
Compass Family Services is proud to announce its first in a series of panel discussions on the topic of "Breaking the Cycle of Homelessness and Poverty" on Wednesday, February 23, hosted by SNR Denton at their law offices in San Francisco’s financial district. The discussion will... - February 21, 2013 - Compass Family Services
Regional Child Safety Event Launched by Kiddie Academy in Stoughton MA
The entire area can attend this free program. Kiddie Academy has invited Operation Kidsafe to fly in special equipment like the FBI uses. Parents can get a lifetime set of digital fingerprints and safety tips to start a family safety action plan. - February 20, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe and California Highway Patrol Team Up for Kids
Operation Kidsafe is flying in special equipment for this event. Parents will receive a free set of digital fingerprints and photo. CHP will be conducting child safety seat inspections. Pittsburg Police Department, Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department, American Medical Response will be there with lots of fun safety programs. - February 20, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Free Adoption Workshop for Members of the LGBT Community in Orange County, NY, on March 2, 2013
Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Port Jervis, NY will be hosting a free workshop on Saturday, March 2, for members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community who are considering starting a family through adoption. Facilitating the workshop will be staff members from Friends in... - February 18, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
The Association Of Professional Animal Waste Specialsit
March Dog Doody Defrost Warning -It’s Melting, Melting... - February 18, 2013 - aPaws
Volunteers Return to Guatemala for 2nd Medical Outreach Camp
Students, medical volunteers prepare to provide medical services and medicine to thousands of rural Guatemalans. - February 15, 2013 - Humanity First
Wake Education Partnership Names Sponsors for 30th Annual Pieces of Gold Student Performance
Event Benefiting Building Leaders Initiative will Include PNC as 30th Anniversary Sponsor for 2012-2013 School Year. - February 15, 2013 - Wake Education
National Grid Unites Organizations to Bring Sustainability Education to Boston Students
Students at Blackstone Elementary and Across Boston Participate in National Green Week - February 14, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
AmpleHarvest.org Receives $10,000 Grant from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Grant awarded as part of a nutrition initiative helping those living with HIV/AIDS, to an innovative cloud based hunger/nutrition campaign that enables millions of growers to donate excess garden produce to local food pantries. - February 12, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Lorraine Prowse and Taylor Bowman Named Top Amateurs of 2012
Arabian Horse Association members Lorraine Prowse and Taylor Bowman named top amateur riders of 2012. - February 09, 2013 - Arabian Horse Association
Olive Tree Initiative at Berkeley to Host Concert for Peace
Olive Tree Initiative (OTI) at Berkeley will host a concert for peace on February 10th at 7:30PM in the Wheeler Auditorium at UC Berkeley. - February 08, 2013 - Olive Tree Initiative
Humanity First USA Awarded NVIDIA Foundation’s 2012 High Impact Grant
International humanitarian non-profit organization receives $50,000 for community development project - February 07, 2013 - Humanity First
A River of Opportunity: How the Yadkin River Can Provide Wealth and Jobs for North Carolina
If the state of North Carolina were to obtain the Yadkin Project license and facilities for the Yadkin River, it would result in 353 to 557 new permanent jobs, $17-28 million in additional labor income each year and $17-30 million in additional value-added each year, according to an economic report... - February 07, 2013 - Central Park NC
Boston Public School Students Participate in National Green Week 2013
Students empowered to become champions for waste reduction and single stream recycling. - February 07, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Sandton SPCA Launches 2013 Kilimanjaro Challenge
The Sandton SPCA is set to launch its much anticipated 2013 Kilimanjaro Challenge at a prestigious black tie event on the 2nd of March at the Johannesburg Country Club, Woodmead. Following the immense success and overwhelming support for the 2012 Kilimanjaro expedition, where 29 enthusiastic... - February 07, 2013 - Sandton SPCA
Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Event in Brighton, MI
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. - February 06, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe at the 46th Annual York Builders Association Home Show
Latest all digital equipment will be on site. Same type that is used by the FBI. No need to bring anything. Just bring the kids. No personal information will be taken. The York City Police Department will also conduct seminars on the proper installation of child restraint seats along with lots of other fun activities. - February 06, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
"Virginity" Independent Feature Film Tackles Major Human Rights Issue
"Virginity," a film by director Saaed Khoze (starring Michelle Farivar, Jessica Hendrickson, Vera Nova, Nina Nayebi and Kamran Malak Motiei), is an independent feature-length film based on true events. It tackles the perverse subject and worldwide epidemic of "honor killings"... - February 05, 2013 - LA Independent Film & Entertainment
The National Atheist Party Calls Proposed Arizona Graduation Oath an Attack on Constitutional Rights
Republican lawmakers in Arizona are proposing a bill that would require seniors to pledge an oath to God before being allowed to graduate high school. The National Atheist Party objects to this interpretation of the Constitution. - February 02, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Texas School Integrates Green Education Foundation’s (GEF) Green Building Unit in Core Science Curriculum
Xcel Energy Foundation Supports Sustainability Education in Texas with Grant to GEF - February 02, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Morton Grove Farmers Market Announces Vendors for February Winter Market
The Morton Grove Farmers' Market announces it's Winter Market Vendors. The February Winter Market will be on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the American Legion Civic Center, 6140 Dempster St., Morton Grove, IL 60053 http://mgfarmersmarket.com/february-winter-market-vendors-announced. - February 01, 2013 - Morton Grove Farmers' Market
Ottawa Home Sets National Energy Record
A home in Canada's capital city has achieved the country's highest rating for energy efficiency in a residential renovation, scoring 90 on the federal EnerGuide for Houses rating. - February 01, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Paws & Think, Inc., Unveils New Executive Director and Branding
Paws & Think Inc. appoints new Executive Director while launching new branding identity. - January 30, 2013 - Paws & Think Inc.
Enable America Supports Directive for Students with Disabilities and School Sports
Enable America, a nonprofit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is commending the U.S. Department of Education’s new directive that students with disabilities must be given equal opportunity to participate in school sports, either on traditional teams or... - January 30, 2013 - Enable America
Olive Tree Initiative to Host Israeli Dr. Gershon Baskin, Responsible for Israeli Soldier Gilead Schalit Release
Olive Tree Initiative (OTI) will host Dr. Gershon Baskin, Ph.D., for an intimate conversation about the Middle East conflict. He will be the first speaker in a speaker series this year that OTI will host. The speaker series will bring speakers to UC Irvine who have been involved with the peace process to talk about “20 Years After the Oslo Peace Accords (1993-2013) – What Happened to Peace in the Middle East?” - January 28, 2013 - Olive Tree Initiative
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
Nashville Amnesty Chapter Elects New Officers for 2013
Amnesty International is a global movement of people fighting injustice and promoting human rights. In Nashville, the chapter works to educate and eradicate worldwide abuses. - January 28, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
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
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Kicks Off National Green Week 2013
K-12 sustainability education and programming sponsored by Sprint. - January 27, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Three New Leadership Books
Workbook, collection of essays, and affirmations promote mindful, optimistic leadership. - January 25, 2013 - The Fruition Coalition
Stevens Undergraduates Present Research on Reducing Back Pain
Lower back pain is the second most common cause of disability for adults in the United States. Faced with the rising number of individuals suffering from the condition, undergraduate students Emily Noonan and Hanna Sidoti at the Stevens Institute of Technology will be presenting their research on... - January 24, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The National Atheist Party Announces Partnership with Black Nonbelievers, Inc.
Announcement of NAP partnership with Black Nonbelievers, Inc. - January 22, 2013 - Secular Party of America
HeartShare Opens New Home for Six; Honors Tamara Tunie and Gregory V. Generet
Since the age of 3, William has lived at a developmental center in Queens Village, NY. The campus-style living is the only way of life he has known for 53 years. But on this week, William walked up the front steps of a house sitting at the end of a cul-de-sac. As he opened the front door to the... - January 19, 2013 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Four Online Capacity Building Classes for Nonprofit Organizations
Winter 2013 classes focus on fundraising, marketing, board development, and strategic planning - January 19, 2013 - The Fruition Coalition
2nd Annual Winter Festival at Evergreen Lake
Evergreen Park & Recreation District invites snow lovers and athletes to the 2nd Annual Winter Festival at Evergreen Lake, sponsored by Never Summer, on Sat., Feb. 9. The Festival features a Ski and Snowboard Rail Jam, Ice Bike Race, Fishing Derby, ice skating and more, just 35 minutes from Denver. Enjoy competitive snowman building, the Snow Castle Play Area, Snowflake Circus, snow slide, sleigh rides, dogsled rides, music, food, drink and more -- finishing with fireworks at night. - January 19, 2013 - Evergreen Park & Recreation District
AbleForce Offers Employment Opportunities to Military Veterans, People with Disabilities, and Others
AbleForce, Inc., an employment training and placement organization that promotes, enhances and facilitates work opportunities across the country, needs job seekers to submit their qualifications, to be considered for a growing number of employment opportunities across the U.S. “AbleForce... - January 16, 2013 - AbleForce, Inc.
Stevens Students Enter National Academy of Engineering Ethics Video Contest
Team of engineers proposes reassessment of nuclear energy as a sustainable power source as part of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Online Ethics Center (OEC) Energy Ethics Video Challenge. - January 16, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
A Better People Expresses Disappointment in Government of Israel Around Treatment of Peaceful Palestinian Protesters
Israel deployed military forces to remove peaceful Palestinian protesters that had established the temporary village of Bab Al Shams. - January 15, 2013 - A Better People
A Better People Condemns the Government of Kuwait for Its Sentencing of Twitter User Eyad Al-Harbi
Kuwait citizen and twitter user Eyad al-Harbi has been sentenced by the court system to two years in prison for defaming the Emir. A Better People, The Human Rights Organization, formally condemns the Emir and his governments actions in this case. - January 11, 2013 - A Better People
Great Circle Industries, Inc. Joins Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council
Great Circle Industries, Inc. (GCI) recently joined ISC-Audubon as a Platinum Member. GCI’s support and membership allows ISC-Audubon to expand their efforts to promote sustainability worldwide, and to Spread the Seeds of Sustainability. - January 10, 2013 - ISC-Audubon
Humanity First USA Executive Director Visits Mali and Liberia
Mr. Munum Naeem travels to West Africa with leadership team to evaluate ongoing humanitarian projects. - January 05, 2013 - Humanity First
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY This Coming Friday; Registration Open to All Families
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting a full day adoption workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY, on January 11th, 2013, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. Pre-registration is required. - January 04, 2013 - Friends in Adoption