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National Atheist Party Taps Into Online Activity to Support Fundraising
National Atheist Party has partnered with San Francisco-based GoodSearch.com to enable its members to donate to the charity through casual online activity and dining out in their local area. - August 16, 2012 - Secular Party of America
Graham Kerr Headlines AmpleHarvest Seattle Festival Which Will Provide Fresh Produce to Local Food Bank
Locally Grown Fresh Food to Become Increasingly Available to Food Bank Clients as AmpleHarvest.org, the Internet Solution to Hunger and Malnutrition, Comes to the Seattle Area. - August 15, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
Sven Dietrich Elected Vice Chair of the Technical Activities Committee of the IEEE
Dr. Sven Dietrich, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the Stevens Institute of Technology, has been elected Vice Chair for the IEEE Computer Society Technical Activities Committee. The Technical Activities Committee oversees the many task forces, technical committees, and technical councils of the Society. - August 15, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Employees Connect with Massachusetts’ Schools
Company Demonstrates Commitment to Community and Sustainability with Grant to Green Education Foundation (GEF) - August 15, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Anti-Abortion Group Targets the Iowa State Fair with Display of Large, Bloody Photos of Aborted Babies
Abortion billboard trucks hit the streets of Des Moines in a campaign to bring a powerful pro-life message to Iowa voters in advance of the November 6 elections. - August 12, 2012 - The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform
Children of All Nations Launches New Latin American Adoption Program
Children of All Nations has opened a new adoption program in Honduras to continue finding forever families for the world's orphans. - August 12, 2012 - Children of All Nations
Shark Experts and Celebrities to be Auctioned Online During Shark Week
What do a shark attack victim, a model, a world-famous artist and a television host have in common? They all love sharks and each would like to sit down and have lunch or dinner (one-on-one) with you and show you why. More than 50 of the world’s top shark experts and celebrities are on the... - August 11, 2012 - Shark Research Institute
Top Shark Experts to be Auctioned Online During Discovery Channel's Shark Week
What do a shark attack victim, a model, a world-famous artist and a television host have in common? They all love sharks and each would like to sit down and have lunch or dinner (one-on-one) with you and explain why. More than 50 of the world’s top shark experts and celebrities are on the... - August 11, 2012 - Shark Research Institute
Stevens Researchers Make Seminal Contributions to Dynamic Wireless Technologies
IEEE Communications Society lists four Stevens papers among “Best Reading Topics in Cognitive Radio.” - August 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Website Launch for SocialPeer - Social Networking for Social Workers
SocialPeer is proud to announce the launch of their new website - Social Networking for Social Workers - A social networking site specifically designed to cater to the social welfare professional & educational communities. - August 09, 2012 - SocialPeer
Kickin' It Challenge Raises More Than $20,000 for the San Diego Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation
All funds will remain locally in San Diego thanks to San Diego’s first youth soccer tournament to benefit breast cancer research and support. - August 08, 2012 - Kickin’ It Challenge
Cost of Freedom Project Launches Voter Education Campaign
The Cost of Freedom Project has partnered with the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation’s Unity 2012 Voter Empowerment Campaign and The Andrew Goodman Foundation to educate voters about the new photo ID requirements. - August 08, 2012 - Cost of Freedom Project
Black Founders Brings the "Ideas are Worthless" Conference to San Francisco with Keynote Speaker Steve Blank
On September 6, 2012, Black Founders will bring their "Ideas are Worthless Conference" to San Francisco. Previously held in both New York City and Atlanta, the San Francisco conference continues the "Ideas are Worthless" theme which encourages tech entrepreneurs to rapidly move from idea to execution. - August 07, 2012 - Black Founders
OP Music House Partners with Macy’s for Seventh Annual “Shop For a Cause”
Macy’s will partner with OP Music House to invite customers to participate in Macy’s seventh annual “Shop for a Cause” charity shopping event. Macy’s 2012 Shop for a Cause will take place on August 25, 2012; customers can purchase tickets now from OP Music House. Macy’s Shop For A Cause is a unique one-day-only shopping event created to support local charities’ fundraising efforts, which have helped raised more than $42 million for charities across the country since 2006. - August 07, 2012 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
Anti-Abortion Group Targets the Streets of Northern Virginia with Display of Large, Bloody Photos of Aborted Babies
"The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform (CBR) will drive large box trucks bearing graphic images of first-trimester aborted babies on the public streets of Northern Virginia from Monday August 6 to Sunday August 12 in an effort to educate voters about preborn children and what abortion does to them. - August 06, 2012 - The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform
Anti-Abortion Group Targets the Streets of Colorado Springs with Display of Large, Bloody Photos of Aborted Babies
"The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform (CBR) will drive large box trucks bearing graphic images of first-trimester aborted babies on the public streets of Colorado Springs from Monday August 6 to Sunday August 12 in an effort to educate voters about preborn children and what abortion does to them. - August 06, 2012 - The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform
The National Atheist Party Partners with Foundation Beyond Belief
The National Atheist Party (NAP) has partnered with Foundation Beyond Belief, an organization that contributes 100% of donations received to charities around the world whose work is compatible with humanist values. By partnering with Foundation Beyond Belief, the NAP will be able to nominate and... - August 06, 2012 - Secular Party of America
Adirondack Wilderness Foundation Awards Scholarship to Moriah Central School Graduate
Natasha Pratt, a graduating Senior at Moriah Central School is the 2012 recipient of the Adirondack Wilderness Foundations' Annual scholarship. - August 06, 2012 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
Stevens Researcher Recognized for Leading Role in Noise Control Engineering
Institute for Noise Control Engineering elects Dr. Marehalli Prasad of Stevens Institute of Technology as a Director. - August 04, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Free Sample Course from GEF Institute’s Sustainability Steward Series Available Now
Sustainability Steward Series Introduces Basic Concepts of Sustainability in Engaging New Format - August 04, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
GEF, Bonnie Plants, and Gardener’s Supply Company Create How-To Video to Promote Gardening
Video Demonstrates Building and Planting a Raised Bed Garden for Schools, Homes or Offices - August 04, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Summer Games Celebration in Honor of the 75th Anniversary of the Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the completion of the Appalachian Trail with a summer games competition. - August 03, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Brooklyn Native-Young Entrepreneur, Scholar, Mentor and Now Author Releases Book
International Men’s Day Award winner Community Activist and Entrepreneur Keishorne Scott releases his book “L.I.F.E.” L.I.F.E. is an acronym for Love, Insecurities, Friends and Envy. The book also addresses Life, Family, and other relevant issues like bullying and self-esteem. His... - August 03, 2012 - Be Positive Campaign, Inc
Loudoun County Virginia Board of Supervisors Violates the Separation of Church and State
In a 6-2 vote, on July 17, 2012, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors ignored constitutional safeguards guaranteeing the separation of church and state when it approved a measure to fund and recognize the placement of religious symbols on the county courthouse during the December holiday season. - August 03, 2012 - Secular Party of America
Tennessee to Hold Celebration of Human Rights Day in December
The planning has begun for the Tennessee celebration of International Human Rights Day in December. - August 03, 2012 - United for Human Rights
Back to School ... Back to Bullying Prevention with STOMP Out Bullying™
BonTon Stores Inc. Partners with Stomp Out Bullying™ - August 03, 2012 - Love Our Children USA
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Celebrated a Belated Earth Day at Fenway on July 7, 2012
Energy Challenge Contest Winner Threw Out the First Pitch in Honor of Earth Day - August 02, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Violent Display of Hate Towards President Obama in Greenwood, Arkansas
Apparently, many Greenwood, Arkansas rodeo fans' idea of family entertainment includes violent displays of hate toward President Obama. - August 02, 2012 - Secular Party of America
Breaking Wireless Communications Barriers for Improved Emergency Response
Stevens PhD Candidates win second prize for contribution to 2012 Software-Defined Radio Challenge. - August 01, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Ice Cream for a Cause Fundraiser Gives Back
A local fundraiser for a 2 year old with a rare illness, brought a great turn out and raised almost $900 to help cover the costs of the toddler’s medical bills. Aaron Wolsey, who has X-linked hyper-lg M immunodeficiency, does not have an immune system and his medical bills have reached an... - July 31, 2012 - Brieanna Peipelman
Operation Kidsafe Free Saftey Program at Friends of Argenta Fun Day
The 3rd annual Friends of Argenta Fun and Safety Day is on Saturday, August 11, 2012. Loads of free activities for the kids and adults. - July 29, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
Bay Area Fathers and Families Encouraged to Participate in the 8th Annual High Promise Dads Fatherhood Conference and Wellness Fair
The 8th Annual High-Promise Dads Fatherhood Conference will be held on Saturday, August 25th, at Cathedral of Faith in San Jose, CA. This event features in-depth workshops that provide positive parenting tips, tools, and community resources for Bay Area fathers and father figures. - July 27, 2012 - Building Peaceful Families
Svetlana Malinovskaya, Expert in Quantum Physics, Elected Chair of Theoretical Physics Community
Dr. Svetlana Malinovskaya, Associate Professor in the Physics Department at Stevens Institute of Technology, was elected as Chair of the Theoretical Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics Community (TAMOC). As chair, Dr. Malinovskaya will coordinate the activities of TAMOC, including the... - July 27, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Everybody Wins! New York Announces Two Board Appointments
Julie M. Allen and Charlie Nguyen have been elected to the Board of Directors of Everybody Wins! New York. Founded in 1991, Everybody Wins! is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and facilitating children’s literacy programs in public elementary schools. For 20 years, EW... - July 26, 2012 - Everybody Wins! New York
Hamner Institutes to Offer Course on the Principles of PBPK Modeling
Hamner to Present Course on Physiologically-Based Pharmacokinetic Modeling and Its Applications. - July 26, 2012 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
OP Music House, Inc. Receives 2012 Best of Orchard Park Award
OP Music House, Inc. has been selected for the 2012 Best of Orchard Park Award in the Community Organizations category by the Orchard Park Award Program. - July 25, 2012 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
GoodPawsGoodCause.org Helps Charities “Speak” with Personalized T-Shirts
Now pet parents can give their dog or cat a voice and let them “speak” for the cause they care about. With Good Paws Good Cause personalized Fur A Home™, Fur A Cure®, and Fur The Earth™ T-Shirts , customers can add their pet’s photo, name or breed to the back of any shirt with $5.00 being donated to Good Paws Good Cause charities. In addition, local organizations can work directly with Good Paws Good Cause to create their own fundraising effort. - July 24, 2012 - Good Paws Good Cause, LLC
U.S. Gas & Electric Reaches 200,000 Customers
U.S. Gas & Electric has successfully reached 200,000 customers. This increase doubles the organization’s customer base since last year. - July 21, 2012 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Getting the Green Deal Done: Key REC Contract Terms, Definitions, and Project Developer Tips
Join experts from the trading, marketing, and renewable energy developer sectors as they describe the ins and outs of contracts for Renewable Energy Credits (RECs). - July 21, 2012 - Renewable Energy Markets Association
Local Area Business Invites Operation Kidsafe to Safe Guard Area Kids
Operation Kidsafe is touring the United States and Canada. They have a stop in your area. This is a great program for parents to attend and get a safety record for your child. - July 20, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
Allentown Area to Host Operation KidSafe National Safety Tour
Bennett Automotive Group will be providing families with the latest all digital equipment at two sites in Allentown. Same type of equipment that is used by the FBI and Secret Service. No need to bring anything. Just bring the kids. No personal information will be taken. Free for every child. - July 20, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Event in Hutchinson, KS
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. - July 20, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe National Safety Tour Coming to Lyons, IL
Operation Kidsafe is on a National Tour to protect children and educate parents. Operation Kidsafe has safe guarded over 700,000 children in the past 10 years in the U.S. and Canada - July 20, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
Energy Advantage Inc. Complies with CICA 5970 Certification for Sixth Year in a Row
Energy Advantage Inc., a global leader in providing total energy and environmental management services, complied for the sixth year in a row with the Canadian government’s strict Section 5970 of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA). - July 19, 2012 - Energy Advantage Inc.
GEF Institute Offers Sustainability Certification for Career Tech/Votech Students
Online Certification Program Prepares Students for the New Green Economy - July 19, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
ICLEI Releases Green Business Challenge Web App for Cities
Innovative new application helps local governments run a friendly competition for their business communities, saving millions in energy costs and following leads of Chicago, Houston, 8 others - July 18, 2012 - ICLEI–Local Governments for Sustainability USA
World’s First IT Carbon Footprinting SaaS Service Launched
New approach means organisations can accurately target and manage their IT carbon footprint - July 16, 2012 - CO2High Limited
New License Plates Promote “Sharing the Road” for Bicycles, Cars
A new specialty license plate promoting the need for motorists and bicyclists to “Share the Road” has debuted on Illinois streets. The turquoise plate has the silhouette of a bicyclist along with a simulated yellow caution “Share the Road” street sign. The text: "Same... - July 15, 2012 - League of Illinois Bicyclists
REMA Commends the CFTC's Ruling on the Swap Definition for Nonfinancial Commodities
Renewable energy trade association praises the inclusion of RECs in the forward contract exclusion. - July 13, 2012 - Renewable Energy Markets Association
Houston Housing Authority and Houston Community College Partnership Provide Free Classes to Residents
Houston Housing Authority and Houston Community College have partnered to offer public housing residents free post-secondary training, including adult literacy classes, ESL and career readiness and placement classes. This partnership is a watershed moment in the expansion of HHA’s... - July 13, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority