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Psychotropic Drugs – Handling the Problem or Making It Worse?
LA Chapter of Citizen's Commission on Human Rights exposes how psychotropic drugs "work." - February 25, 2016 - CCHR LA
Vegan Cooking Competition Hits Manhattan with Spotlight on Brussels
Brussels sprouts are the new kale…. And they’re getting an even trendier treatment at U.S. Veg Corp.’s next vegan food competition, the Battle of Brussels, Monday, February 29, at V Sport Organic, 7-10 p.m. The public is invited to sample creations from up to eight chefs,... - February 25, 2016 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Maureen McGovern Headlines Concert Honoring Women
CreativeBridge Coalition (CBC) will celebrate the accomplishments of Mahoning Valley women with a unique evening of musical entertainment, titled Valley of the Divas, at the DeYor Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 16 at 7:30pm. - February 22, 2016 - Creative Bridge Coalition
Sigma Gamma Rho Hosts 2016 Youth Symposium "Building Partnerships to Support Our Youth"
Members of Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter believe in encouraging and mentoring youth as it is important to work with community partners to develop young people in all facets of their lives, educationally, socially and emotionally. - February 20, 2016 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
Northern Minnesota FTC (First Tech Challenge) Robotics Team Places at State Tournament, Advances to USA North - Super Regionals
It was a dream come true, for rookie team, Untitled 1 to claim the title of Winning Alliance Captain at the 2015-16 MN FTC State Championship on February 6, 2016. This qualifies the team to advance to the USA North Super-Regional Championship Tournament in Cedar Rapids, IA on March 17 – 19th. - February 19, 2016 - Untitled 1
The Youth Mentor's Workshop Initiates a Funding Campaign to Go National with Its Program
Mentors help kids learn how to turn dreams into reality. At the Youth Mentor's Workshop they are social entrepreneurs building a way for mentors to help others' dreams come true. The Workshop is made up of kids who are guided by mentors who receive financial support from revenues generated by the sales of 2MAC sports drinks. The drinks are made by ex-long term unemployed people training to go back to work in the food manufacturing sector. - February 18, 2016 - The Kid Mentor's Workshop
Save Our Cemeteries Announces a Run Through History 2016
Registration Now Open for Largest Cemetery Race in the U.S.A. Celebrating Its 15th Year. - February 18, 2016 - Save Our Cemeteries
"Safety for Sarah" Invites Film and TV Production Sets to Join in a Moment of Silence
The Sarah Jones Film Foundation continues its efforts to raise awareness for film and television production safety to commemorate the 2nd anniversary of Sarah's tragic passing on the set of the film "Midnight Rider." - February 16, 2016 - Sarah Jones Film Foundation
Save Our Cemeteries Announces First Lecture of 2016
“New Orleans - Life and Death in the Big Easy”: A Lecture by Cheryl Gerber - February 13, 2016 - Save Our Cemeteries
The Travelers Protective Association Awards Scholarship Grants
St. Louis-based fraternal benefit society presents 46 grants totaling $17,700. - February 10, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Save Our Cemeteries Gets Re-Interred Uptown
New Orleans Non-Profit Relocates to Larger Office Space in Garden District February 1st, 2016. - February 09, 2016 - Save Our Cemeteries
Food Bank of South Jersey Transitions to Automated Client Management System
Oasis Insight Supports Real-Time Record Keeping, Improves Accuracy of Reporting Between FBSJ and Partner Agencies - February 08, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Beta Eta Zeta Chapter's Annual Blue Revue Pageant: Babes in Toyland 2016
The Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Beta Eta Zeta chapter will host their annual Blue Revue Pageant with a “Babes in Toyland Theme” on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Stillman College Campus, Wynn Center, Presentation Room at 4:00 pm. The pageant is open to males and females ages 3-15. - February 08, 2016 - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Beta Eta Zeta Chapter
U.S. Veg Corp to Present 13-Course Vegetable Pop-Up in Brooklyn
“Plant,” a 13-course vegetable-forward dinner created by Chef Jay Astafa, will entice patrons to the next Meatless Monday presentation at Adelina’s in Greenpoint, on February 15, beginning at 7 p.m. Astafa is known for catering high-end events throughout New York City and for... - February 08, 2016 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Vegan Mac and Cheese Competition Takes NYC's East Village by Storm
A full house voted the delectably-named S’mac ‘n’ Cheez – a creation of chef Miranda Crespin – first-place at the recent Best Vegan Mac and Cheese competition at V Spot Organic on St. Marks Place. - February 01, 2016 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Ellen Kirby Joe, Noted Addiction Professional, Named One of Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2015
Houston Woman Magazine has released a special edition featuring “Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2015.” Featured in that list is Ellen Kirby Joe, Chief Executive Director of Passages for Women. Joe is charged with the entire operation of a stellar facility that addresses... - January 30, 2016 - Passages for Women
First Annual North Carolina Fine Wines Competition
The North Carolina Fine Wines Society, an organization that conducts competitions and events to promote the quality of North Carolina viticulture, wine, and agritourism to fund educational training and scholarships, announced the First Annual North Carolina Fine Wines Competition to be held in February 2017. - January 27, 2016 - Fine Wines of NC
Rewarding Others for Community Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Contributing to the greater good strengthens the community - January 20, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Fort Myers Beach Stakeholders Launch VOICE of FMB
This organization is passionate about proper development of Fort Myers Beach. They are a group of hardworking residents and business owners that are looking out for the town's best interests. - January 20, 2016 - VOICE of FMB
Donate to Those in Need at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA is collecting non-perishable food items and toiletries. - January 19, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
St. Louis-Based the Travelers Protective Association Presents Grant to Member
Pennsylvania woman awarded $1,000 grant. - January 17, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Dress for Success SW Florida Professional Women’s Group to Host Open House
Potential volunteers, clients and mentors are welcome at this fun event. - January 15, 2016 - Dress for Success SWFL
Food Bank of South Jersey to Host 110 Volunteers on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
A diverse group of volunteers – bankers, students, lawyers, faith-based organizations, sororities, physicians, and a recent beauty pageant winner – will have a common goal this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service: donating time and labor to help the Food Bank of South Jersey meet its... - January 13, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
American Venous Forum Announces BSN-Jobst Research Grant 2016 Winner
The American Venous Forum (AVF) selected one resident physician member per year to receive the prestigious BSN-JOBST Research Grant. The BSN-JOBST Research Grant provides a $100,000 research grant ($50,000 per year for two years) chosen through a competitive peer review selection process. - January 07, 2016 - American Venous Forum
Agilon Announces Their Strategic Partnership with ADVIZOR Solutions, the Leading Provider of Data Discovery and Analytic Modeling in Fundraising
AGILON, LLC is proud to announce their partnership with ADVIZOR Solutions to provide data discovery and analytic modeling solutions for Agilon’s One Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) and Donor Outreach solutions for higher education, health care and other not-for-profit... - January 06, 2016 - Agilon, LLC.
Keep Your New Year’s Resolution with a 20-Minute Work-Out
Use this high-intensity plan to blast more calories in less time. - December 30, 2015 - Play Like A Girl!
Phoenix Christian Motorcycle Association Chapter #1 Elects New Leaders
The Valley of the Son Riders, Chapter #1 of the Christian Motorcycle Association (CMA) announces updated chapter leaders fro 2016. The Valley of the Son Riders are the first chapter in Christian Motorcycle Association. Valley of the Son Riders, Chapter #1 Leaders for 2016: Dave Stevens --... - December 28, 2015 - Christian Motorcycle Association Valley of the Son Riders, Chapter #1 Phoenix, AZ
Criminon Tennessee Creating a Safe Community
Criminon Tennessee has been graduating students in its program since 2014 with great success. - December 25, 2015 - Criminon Tennessee
Support Humanity "Help the People of Chennai" Launches on Generosity
A recent fury of nature has taken many lives and destroyed many homes. The disaster occurred in Chennai and people are still trying to recover. Humans of Bihar is asking for people, all people, Hindu-Muslim, Sikh, Christians, everyone to help each other and break the shackles of religion. - December 19, 2015 - Humans of Bihar
Circle Round Best Practices Merges with Restorative Solutions, Inc.
Two leading restorative justice organizations in Boulder—Restorative Solutions, Inc. and Circle Round Restorative Best Practices, LLC—have agreed to merge under the name and auspices of Restorative Solutions, Inc. The company serves schools and justice systems. - December 18, 2015 - Restorative Solutions Inc
Matt Blatt Auto, Food Bank of South Jersey Team to Distribute 250 Christmas Dinners to Gloucester County Families
Glassboro-Based Automotive Dealership Donates $7,500 for Holiday Food Purchases - December 16, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
ITTS Empowering Women Internationally
An American Non-Profit Training Female Leaders to Build Social Enterprises - December 16, 2015 - I TALK TO STRANGERS Foundation, Inc.
Village of Mastic Beach Wins Grants
The Village of Mastic Beach wins long anticipated grants for Comprehensive Plan. - December 14, 2015 - Incorporated Village of Mastic Beach
The Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival is Coming Back in Early 2016 Twice as Big
The Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival is coming back to Scottsdale on January 9-10, 2016 at the Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater. “Due to the overwhelming response to the 2015 launch event, the AZ Vegetarian Food Festival is now expanded to 2 full days of a diverse variety of vendors, speakers, entertainment and activities for all ages,” said Festival co-founder Nira Paliwoda. - December 12, 2015 - U.S. Veg Corp.
During National Diabetes Awareness Month The Gateway Family YMCA Focuses on Prevention
As the prediabetes rate continues to rise, few Middlesex and Union County residents know they are at risk. - November 30, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Supports Military Families
The Gateway Family YMCA offers opportunities to help military families during Military Family Month and beyond. - November 30, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
U.S. Veterans Corps (USVC) Hosts 2015 Toys For Lil’ Troops Holiday Toy Drive
Nonprofit Event Aims to Break Guinness World Record for Most Toys Donated in a 24-Hour Period - November 27, 2015 - United States Veterans Corp (USVC)
New Women’s Business Conference Held Using Live Video Streaming on Periscope
Women’s virtual conference leverages power of real-time engagement. Periscope conference uses live video streaming to deliver conference sessions for female entrepreneurs. - November 16, 2015 - Woman Up! Conference
Dress for Success Raises Record Amount at Annual Shop for Success Shopping Extravaganza
Dress for Success SW Florida held its annual Shop for Success shopping extravaganza on Friday, November 6 at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at the Bell Tower Shops. 5,000 square feet of designer clothing and accessories were on sale for unbelievable prices, with items starting as low as $5. Shop for... - November 13, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Durham and Orange Counties to Honor Local Veterans
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Serving Durham and Orange Counties, located at 5510 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., will honor, thank, and support local military heroes in a special way. Starting on Veterans Day through the weekend, all veterans and their families will receive a 10 percent off discount on... - November 12, 2015 - Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Durham and Orange Counties
Jewell Jackson McCabe Emerging Leaders Institute Announces the Leadership Class of 2015
The Jewell Jackson McCabe Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) announces the Class of 2015. Seven women will graduate 12/5/15, in celebration of 7 years training women to be global leaders. - November 11, 2015 - ELI
Jon and Loretta Runyan to Serve as Honorary Chairs for Food Bank of South Jersey’s Annual Fundraising Gala
The Food Bank of South Jersey – the area’s largest emergency food provider – is hosting its third annual Viva South Jersey Gala fundraiser. The event features a Las-Vegas theme complete with charity gambling, live and silent auctions, and dinner/dancing. A highlight of the... - November 11, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Durham and Orange Counties Now Accepts and Sells Mattresses
Your Mattress Donation Frustration is Over! - November 07, 2015 - Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Durham and Orange Counties
Food Bank of South Jersey Names Subaru of America Inaugural Winner of Champion Against Hunger Award
Automaker Honored for Its Long-Time Role in Supporting FBSJ’s Mission. - November 07, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Save Our Cemeteries Announces Final Lecture of 2015 Series
“Taken To The Grave: Lesser Known Tombs In The St. Louis Cemeteries” a Lecture by Sally Asher - November 06, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Sweet Adelines International Names 2016 International Chorus Champion, Scottsdale Chorus
Scottsdale Chorus, representing Region 21, Golden West, was honored with the title of International Chorus Champion at the Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition in Las Vegas this past October. Under the direction of Lori Lyford, the five-time Sweet Adelines International Chorus... - November 04, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Turkey Shortage, Rising Costs Threaten Thanksgiving Season for Thousands Served by Food Bank of South Jersey
Non-Profit Organization Projects 6,000 Turkey Shortfall; Solicits Emergency Support from Businesses and Residents in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem Counties. - November 04, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Sweet Adelines International Names 2016 International Champion Quartet, Speed of Sound
Speed of Sound, a quartet from Region 14, Heart of The Blue Ridge, was crowned the title of International Champion Quartet at the Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition in Las Vegas this past October. Speed of Sound won their first regional contest in Spring of 2012 and have been... - November 03, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Karen Breidert Receives Sweet Adelines International 2015 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Sweet Adelines International is pleased to announce Karen Breidert as the recipient of its 2015 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. As a 43-year member, Breidert has committed her time and expertise to advancing the mission of the organization, serving as International President from 1998... - October 30, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
"Natural, Relaxed & Beyond...Our Hair…Our Stories Hair Show”
Eta Nu Sigma is offering to the public a multicultural educational show that will highlight some of the newest and most advanced approach to the professional market in salon retailing, education, and distribution. Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter believes that professionalism and education are essential to the continued success and growth of the industry. - October 27, 2015 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated