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Georgia Educators Explore Green Schools at U.S. Green Building Council - Georgia Chapter’s High Performance, Healthy Schools Summit Nov. 3-4
At the High Performance, Healthy Schools Summit representatives from over 25 school districts, private schools and higher education institutions will learn about green schools through workshops on energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor air quality, recycling and waste management, and environmental integrated curriculum. Top Georgia companies committed to sustainability and education have partnered with the USGBC-GA to sponsor the event and provide scholarships for schools. - October 28, 2011 - U.S. Green Building Council - Georgia Chapter
BanAmnestyNow.com Calls on 1,000,000th American to Sign Pledge Against Amnesty for Illegal Aliens
Since their founding, BanAmnestyNow.com ("BAN") has worked hard to raise awareness of the dangers of granting amnesty to illegal aliens criminally residing in the United States. BAN's petition is closing in on their 1,000,000th signature, and they call on Americans to join this effort. - October 28, 2011 - Conservatives Lead & Ban Amnesty Now
BanAmnestyNow.Com Calls for Presidential Candidates to Clarify Positions on Illegal Immigration
America's fastest growing conservative, grassroots anti-illegal immigration organization today called for presidential candidates of all parties to clarify their position on illegal immigration. - October 27, 2011 - Conservatives Lead & Ban Amnesty Now
Stop the Traffic in Humans by the Network for Peace
Network for Peace honors Media 4 Humanity and their founder, former TV reporter Melanie Siben, for their work to eradicate child trafficking in the United States. Media 4 Humanity attracts student interns from all over the country. More than 250 undergraduate and graduate students have undergone a rigorous internship program that prepares them to be leaders in the fight against modern-day slavery. Event details: October 26th at 6:30-9PM at Marymount School, Fifth Av at 84 St in NY. - October 26, 2011 - Network for Peace
WETSU Men's Division Presents “A Day to Make a Difference” in Support of Wind Youth Services
WETSU Men’s Division is supporting Wind Youth Services as the annual “A Day to Make a Difference” event by gathering members of the community to renovate and update the Wind facilities on Saturday, October 29th. Wind provides shelter and training for homeless teens in Sacramento. - October 26, 2011 - WETSU
Hanahan Mayor to Speak at Vigil for Victims of Anti-Gay Bullying
We Are Family hosts the second annual "It Gets Better, Charleston" candle light vigil to raise awareness of anti-gay bullying and to prevent suicides among LGBT teens. - October 26, 2011 - We Are Family
Solar Home Tour by Southern Nevada Chapter of American Solar Energy Society
This event offers you the opportunity to tour innovative green homes and buildings to see how you can use solar energy, energy efficiency, and other sustainable technologies to reduce monthly utility bills and help tackle climate change. - October 22, 2011 - Solar NV
After Not Guilty Verdict, Abuse Survivor is Featured in BBC Documentary, Signs Book Deal
A Florida woman, Stacey M. Kananen, is featured in a new BBC documentary on child abuse. Kananen—whose incredible story of abuse, betrayal, murder and survival will be published by Berkley Books—was found not guilty in 2010 of her mother’s murder. The BBC discovered her through... - October 22, 2011 - Amnesty for Abuse
PV Racking LLC Awarded $50,000 from BFTP
PV Racking LLC announced today the approval of a $50,000 investment from the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern PA’s Technology Commercialization fund to continue developing and promoting their innovative new “no clamps” solar racking system. - October 20, 2011 - PV Racking LLC
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. Reunites Missing 4 Yr. Old Jhada Clarke with Mother
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAM FI) announced today that missing four-year-old, Jhada Clarke, has been found safe and reunited with her mother. Jhada is BAM FI's 50th recovery since its inception. "We rejoice each time we can assist a family member in locating their missing loved... - October 19, 2011 - Black and Missing Foundation, Inc.
The AWARE/OWARE Project: African Art Collectives Adapt Ancient Game to Promote Female Empowerment
The AWARE/OWARE Project: Six South African art collectives adapt an ancient game to promote female empowerment. - October 19, 2011 - Art Works for Change
Tickets Still Available for Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center’s Fundraising Spay-ghetti Dinner October 23
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center, Riverside, CA, is hosting a $10 per person spaghetti dinner October 23 to raise money for its Lifeline Spay/Neuter Subsidy Program which assists low-income pet owners living in the city of Riverside. - October 19, 2011 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Fort Worth Animal Control Office Under New Ownership
A All Animal Control is pleased to announce Vincent Flores has bought the Fort Worth location from the previous owners and was open for business on October 15, 2011. A All Animal Control of Fort Worth will be providing Fort Worth, Frisco, Irving, South Lake, Flower Mound, and surrounding areas with... - October 18, 2011 - A All Animal Control
The Arc of Luzerne County Announces Director of Program Development and Marketing
The Arc of Luzerne County announces the recent addition Karla Porter, Director of Program Development and Marketing, to its staff. - October 16, 2011 - The Arc of Luzerne County
Stevens Mass Spectrometry Reveals Evolution of Insect Biochemistry
Dr. Attygalle provides new insight into how certain parasites locate host ants. - October 15, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
National Ladies Professional Group Charters a San Francisco Chapter
National Ladies Professional Group, a public benefit organization that empowers women professionally and individually, launches a chapter in the San Francisco Bay Area today. The new chapter President, Ada Del Rosso, and Vice President, Christine Tomeo, will head up this effort in conjunction with the National Office to establish NLPG’s second chapter. - October 14, 2011 - National Ladies Professional Group
2011 American Solar Energy Society Houston Solar Tour and Green Energy Fair
Each year HREG and the Houston Solar Tour showcases solar electric systems along with other forms of renewable energy. This year's tour also showcases one of Houston's growing collections of solar powered buildings. Visit your choice of 17 different projects to learn what renewable energy is all... - October 14, 2011 - Houston Renewable Energy Group
Local Doctors Head to Guatemala with Humanity First
Team of Physicians traveling to Guatemala to perform as many free surgeries and eye exams. - October 14, 2011 - Humanity First
Famed Chef and Author Greg Atkinson to Speak at Eat Local Now Dinner Event
Star chef and author Greg Atkinson is the featured speaker at the 8th Annual Eat Local Now! dinner, a fundraiser for groups working to encourage our local food systems: Seattle Good Business Network, CoolMom and Sustainable West Seattle. Themed “Eat Good Food,” the dinner will be held... - October 13, 2011 - Eat Local Now!
NAWBO Greater Raleigh Launches Social Media Seminar Series
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Greater Raleigh announces a new three-part seminar series focused on helping business owners take advantage of social media. The NAWBO Social Media seminar series meets once a month for three months beginning in October. The seminar series... - October 08, 2011 - NAWBO Greater Raleigh
Planning Underway for Tennessee’s Human Rights Day Celebration
The planning for Tennessee’s Human Rights Day celebration has begun. - October 08, 2011 - United for Human Rights
Embedded Nanotechnology Devices for Monitoring National Infrastructure
Stevens engineers have demonstrated PZT nanofiber devices for use as embedded sensors. - October 08, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Charles Hamner to Receive North Carolina Award for Public Service
Chairman of the Hamner Institutes’ Board Of Directors is Among Six to Receive State’s Most Prestigious Civilian Accolade - October 07, 2011 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Celebrities STOMP Out Bullying
STOMP Out Bullying™ announces bullying prevention activities to raise awareness during October, National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. - October 07, 2011 - Love Our Children USA
Optimizing Offshore Wind Energy Funded by DoE
Stevens Institute of Technology receives a Department of Energy grant to make wind a more viable solution for America's energy needs. - October 07, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
AmpleHarvest.org Announced as Winner of the Glynwood “2011 Wave of the Future” Award
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative enabling thousands of food pantries to receive excess garden produce to be honored at awards ceremony in New York City. - October 06, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Dr. Chi-Cheng Huang to Speak at Kaya Children International Celebration and Fundraising Dinner
Local non-profit Kaya Children International will host its first celebration and fundraiser dinner on Thursday, October 13, 2011. The evening will include cocktails at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 7:00 p.m. a raffle, a musical presentation, and an address from keynote speaker Dr. Chi-Cheng Huang. - October 06, 2011 - Kaya Children International
Chris Ridabock, Energy Advantage’s President and COO, Recognized by the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance for His Contributions
Chris Ridabock, President and COO of Energy Advantage, was recognized by the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance (GTMA) for his long-time support and efforts in bringing new companies from across the globe to the GTA. - October 06, 2011 - Energy Advantage Inc.
QUWF Strongly Supports Ruffed Grouse Restocking in Missouri
The critical condition of the ruffed grouse population in Missouri requires immediate actions from multiple sources and the MDC. - October 05, 2011 - Quail & Upland Wildlife Federation
Lindsay Wagner's "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart" Hawaiian Retreat
Join Lindsay Wagner for a spectacular week-long "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart" on the magical island of Hawaii. - October 03, 2011 - "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart"
National Ladies Professional Group Launches Mentoring Program
National Ladies Professional Group, a public benefit organization that empowers women professionally and individually, launches its mentoring program and invites ladies of all experience levels from all industries to participate. - October 01, 2011 - National Ladies Professional Group
Houston Housing Authority is Awarded $980,000 to Provide Supportive Services for Low Income Houstonians
The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) was awarded $983,357 in competitive grants by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funds will help the Agency provide self-sufficiency training and supportive services to public housing residents. The Houston Housing Authority is the... - October 01, 2011 - Houston Housing Authority
The Ozone Hole Reaches South America
The Ozone hole has reached land and population areas in Argentina, Chile and The Falkland Islands. - October 01, 2011 - The Ozone Hole Inc.
2011 Columbus Walk Now for Autism Speaks - October 9th
The 4th annual Columbus Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on 10/9/2011 at Value City Arena at The Jerome Schottenstein Center on The Ohio State University campus. All event proceeds will support Autism Speaks’ work, both locally and nationally. Please join them. - September 30, 2011 - Autism Speaks, Columbus, Ohio
RAFI Triennial Awards Calls on Entries for Blogging Contest
To promote the inspiring stories and work of recognized development workers in the Visayas and Mindanao, the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI) launches the RAFI Triennial Awards Blogging Contest. - September 30, 2011 - Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc
The Houston Housing Authority’s Newest Partnership Will Benefit Homeless Veterans
The Houston Housing Authority has partnered with Cloudbreak Houston, LLC to provide affordable permanent housing for Houston’s veterans. The partnership is a Project Based Voucher program that is tied to Midtown Terrace Suites, a former Days Inn in midtown Houston. The partnership was made... - September 30, 2011 - Houston Housing Authority
The Houston Housing Authority and Comcast Partner to Provide Affordable Internet to Low-Income Residents
A partnership between the Houston Housing Authority and Comcast seeks to close the "digital divide" by offering public housing residents increased access to broadband services, computers and digital literacy training. Beginning this month, HHA’s residents are being offered... - September 30, 2011 - Houston Housing Authority
Stevens Institute of Technology Wins NSF Nanotechnology Undergraduate Education Grant
NUE-NEXUS program to give undergraduates early-curriculum classroom instruction and research opportunities in nanotechnology field. - September 29, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
RAFI Holds 3rd Run of Kabataan, Kultura ug Kabilin Heritage Tour
To provide the youth expanded learning on cultures from different periods by visiting local museums, the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) held the third run of its Kabataan, Kultura ug Kabilin (KKK) Heritage Tour last Sept. 24. - September 28, 2011 - Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc
Norwalk Seaport Association Stages Murder Mystery Dinner
The Norwalk Seaport Association is hosting an evening of fun, food and mystery, with all proceeds benefiting the Sheffield Island lighthouse. Come enjoy appetizers and dinner, while you and your table mates solve this exciting and entertaining mystery. “It’s great fun to stage this... - September 28, 2011 - Norwalk Seaport Association
6400 Heroes Worldwide Make the Oktoberfest in Munich Carbon Neutral
The Oktoberfest 2011 will be carbon neutral. 6,400 volunteers worldwide will make this possible by going on the Low Carbon Diet. “Climate and environmental protection must be fun, easy, and cool! This campaign shows how,” says Izai Amorim, also known as Mr. Cool Ness, the... - September 27, 2011 - Certified Coolness Limited
Horizons for the Blind Hosts Open House
Horizons for the Blind, a not-for-profit organization, recently relocated its headquarters to a new facility at 125 Erick St., A103, in Crystal Lake. To celebrate this move, Horizons is hosting an Open House and Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce Mixer on Oct. 18 from 2-7 p.m. Scheduled activities... - September 26, 2011 - Horizons for the Blind
Morning Star Fishermen: Educating the World on Aquaponics and Sustainability
Aquaponics is combining aquaculture with hydroponics. At the MSF North American Headquarters, MSF instructors are educating individuals from around the world so that they may teach others how to live more sustainably. - September 26, 2011 - Morning Star Fishermen
Enable America Partners with Raleigh-Triangle Employers to Increase Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities
Enable America, a non-profit organization devoted to improving employment for people with disabilities, wounded warriors and disabled veterans, has announced a full schedule of Job Seekers Workshops and Career Mentoring Days for October and November. With the unemployment rate for persons with... - September 25, 2011 - Enable America
New York Area Artists Raise Over $8,000 for the Orphans of Uganda at the First Annual UORDP Fundraiser - "Art for Uganda"
Fourteen artists and photographers from New York and Connecticut recently raised over $8,000 for Ugandan orphans. Ugandan Orphans Rural Development Program - UORDP (http://ugandasorphans.org, kicked off their first annual fundraiser, “Art for Uganda” with a cocktail party and silent... - September 24, 2011 - MCCA
RAFI’s COO Recognized as One of the 100 Cebuana Trailblazers
Dominica B. Chua, chief operating officer (COO) of the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI), is one of the 100 Cebuana Trailblazers. She is recognized for her work in the field of “Economic Engagement.” - September 23, 2011 - Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc
SlickWear.org, Eco Friendly Bags That Save Lives
SlickWear is bringing collaboration to online shopping by partnering with both eco friendly bag designers and a featured non-profit each month. Every bag on http://www.slickwear.org is made from eco friendly materials with a varying amount from each purchase, based on the total price of the bag,... - September 23, 2011 - SlickWear
Environmental Organizations, Watchdog Group Ucan Team Up for Water Pricing Forum
The Surfrider Foundation San Diego Chapter's Know Your H2O Committee will be hosting a Forum on Water Scarcity Pricing with Dr. David Zetland, Senior Water Economist on Wednesday, October 5th starting at 6:30pm at the San Diego Foundation (2508 Historic Decatur Rd., Suite. 200, San Diego, CA 92106). This forum is open to the general public. Complimentary refreshments will be served. - September 23, 2011 - Surfrider Foundation, San Diego Chapter
HeartShare Human Services is Reaccredited by COA
William R. Guarinello, President and CEO of HeartShare Human Services of New York, announced today that the nonprofit organization has been reaccredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). COA accreditation attests that HeartShare meets the highest national standards and is delivering the best... - September 23, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Adirondack Adventures Published
Adirondack Adventures Magazine is published by Adirondack Wilderness Adventures, Inc. This magazine is available on a bi-monthly basis. - September 23, 2011 - American Society for the Protection of Nature