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Dress for Success SW Florida Announces PURSEonality Drop-Off Locations
Donate your new and gently used handbags and purses to benefit women and kids. - February 19, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Fall in Love with Heart Health During American Heart Month
The Gateway Family YMCA Provides Heart Health Tips. - February 18, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Share Health This Valentine's Day
The Gateway Family YMCA Offers Valentine’s Day Plans. - February 14, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Queen of Hawaiian Jazz to Perform for "The Hidden Jewels of Jazz" Fundraiser
Fundraising event notification - February 13, 2015 - The Dapper Dan Society
Crisis Situation: 212 Animals Are Losing Their Home. The Clock is Ticking for One of the Largest Equine and Animal Sanctuaries in North America.
Villa Chardonnay Equine and Animal Sanctuary, one of the largest in North America, is a safe haven focusing on elderly and "special needs" animals. Unexpectedly they are losing their home and the deadline to move out is April 2015. The "Forever Home Legacy Campaign" has been launched to raise funds for a new home. - February 11, 2015 - Villa Chardonnay, Horses with Wings, Inc.
Habitat on the Hill
Representative from South Shore Habitat for Humanity travels to Capitol Hill to advocate for expanding homeownership opportunities. - February 11, 2015 - South Shore Habitat for Humanity
Dress for Success Expanding in Southwest Florida
Feb. 12 VIP Grand Opening and ribbon cutting by Donna Noce with The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce - February 07, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Foreign Language Book Fair and Open House
The International School of Arizona will be hosting a foreign language book fair with books in French and Spanish. - February 06, 2015 - International School of Arizona
Johney Kim Joins IIPCC’s Board of Governors
The non-profit IP organization, International IP Commercialization Council (IIPCC), has appointed a new member to join its Board of Governors. - February 05, 2015 - IIPCC
Patton Veterans Project Receives $5,000 Grant from Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Donation enables wounded warriors to participate in therapeutic filmmaking workshop. - February 03, 2015 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
NBA All-Star Challenges USA to Three-Point Contest
Growing ministry group Paradisus Dei partners with NBA Champion Rashard Lewis in Put Up A Prayer, a national three-point contest in support of marriage and family. - January 31, 2015 - Paradisus Dei
American Venous Forum's 27th Annual Meeting - New Program Added: Allied Health Specialty Symposium
The American Venous Forum's 27th Annual Meeting in Palm Springs, CA will feature for the first time a Specialty Symposium dedicated to allied health interests. The symposium will be held on Friday, February 27, 2015 at 1:10 - 4:10 pm at the Westin Mission Hills. Registration for the symposium is... - January 28, 2015 - American Venous Forum
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,000 Grant to Our Military Kids
Donation will enable children of wounded warriors to enjoy favorite activities, live more normal lives. - January 26, 2015 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
New Entrepreneurial Spirit Program (E$P) Seminar Series to Begin Feb. 4 for Women Who Want to Start Their Own Business
Local business leaders lend their expertise, Dress for Success SW Florida graduates inspire. - January 25, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Six Bends to Host PURSEonality Collection Party and “Brew and Burn”
Jan. 28 event to benefit Dress for Success SW Florida and Blessings in a Backpack - January 21, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Sip & Dip: a Wine and Food Tasting Community Event
The newly formed Southeast Queens Chamber of Commerce is serving up a fun business card exchange for professionals and business owners in Queens and beyond. Sip some local wine and dip into some of the most tantalizing, eclectic foods of Southeast Queens. - January 17, 2015 - Southeast Queens Chamber of Commerce Inc
Rewarding Others for Community Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Contributing to the greater good strengthens the community. - January 16, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
JFCS of the Suncoast Awarded Grant to Fill Service Gaps for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS) was awarded a three-year grant by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) as part of an Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative: Specialized Support Services Project. JFCS will increase system of care efficiencies and fill existing service gaps for people living in the community with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders or ADRD. - January 16, 2015 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Start Your New Year’s Resolution Early at the Cardio Challenge
The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch is hosting a Cardio Challenge - January 15, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Food Bank of South Jersey, BJ’s Charitable Foundation Team to Provide 19 Pantries with Infrastructure Upgrades
Critically-Needed Refrigeration Equipment Increases Capacity to Distribute Nutrient-Rich, Perishable Foods - January 14, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc. Launches New Website to Promote Services for Adults and Children with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc. (IPPI) today announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information on programs and services for adults and children with autism and other developmental disabilities in Connecticut, Maryland (dba Mid-Atlantic Human Service Corp.), Massachusetts and New Hampshire. - January 09, 2015 - The Institute of Professional Practice Inc.
Stories of Hope & Freedom Upcoming Documentary on Sex Trafficking in the U.S.
Executive Produced and Narrated by Natalie Grant, In Plain Sight: Stories of Hope and Freedom features six modern-day abolitionists as they fight sex trafficking across America. A free* screening is scheduled Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 6:30pm Marcus Majestic Cinema. It will be followed up by a time of Q & A with State Representative LaTonya Johnson, a survivor, and others. - January 08, 2015 - Redeem and Restore Center
Wildflower Group Hosts an Evening of Support for Women in the Transitions of Divorce and Widowhood
Denver based Wildflower Group, which supports women during divorce and widowhood, is pleased to announce their Wildflower Wednesday event. - January 07, 2015 - Wildflower Group
Town of Lake Park Sunset Celebration
A free concert held the last Friday of each month along the Intracoastal Waterway. Free Admission and Free Parking. - January 06, 2015 - Town of Lake Park
One Week Countdown Until the Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival Launches in Scottsdale, AZ
the first annual Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival, to be held Saturday, January 10, 2015, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater. The Festival is organized by U.S. Veg Corp which is best known for its internationally acclaimed New York City Vegetarian Food Festival. - January 05, 2015 - U.S. Veg Corp.
The Denver Woman's Press Club Hosts Annual Unknown Writers Contest
In the spring of 2015, the Denver Woman’s Press Club will recognize the winners of the Unknown Writers Contest, an annual contest that sheds light on unpublished writers in the categories of short-form fiction, non-fiction essays and poetry. Entries are now being accepted until February 17,... - January 04, 2015 - Denver Woman's Press Club
YMA Gift Benefits Special Needs Kids in the Mahoning Valley
Special needs kids benefit from recent Youngstown Music Awards event. - December 30, 2014 - Creative Bridge Coalition
Make Your “Someday” Today: New Jersey YMCAs Come Together to Bring Resolutions to Reality
Local YMCAs Hold First-Ever Statewide Fitness Event on Jan. 10 to Promote Positive Personal Change and Good Health. - December 30, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Arizona Gets First Vegetarian Food Festival
The team behind the famous NYC Vegetarian Food Festival brings its special sauce to the southwest for the very first Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival in Scottsdale on January 10th. - December 29, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.
The Professional Developmental Football League Futures Game
Pro Football Scouting event held day before Pro Bowl. The Professional Developmental Football League (PDFL) today announced a professional football workout game at Independence High School (6602 North 75th Ave Glendale, AZ 85303) on January 24th, 2015 from 10AM to 4PM. - December 28, 2014 - The Professional Developmental Football League
"From Fool to Fortune: the Archetypal Journey of Fortune Creation," James Wanless, PhD – a Saturday Morning Talk & Workshop
The general public is invited to join the Phoenix Friends of C.G. Jung at 10:00 am on January 17, 2015 at The Casa (Franciscan Renewal Center), 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale (in The Santa Barbara). Dr. Wanless’ lecture and workshop will broaden your understanding and teach you how to use the Voyager Tarot deck—his amazing 21st century personal navigation tool. - December 22, 2014 - Phoenix Friends of C.G. Jung
Louisville Marks 40 Years of Chanukah in the Public Sphere
Chabad of Kentucky to Light Up One of 15,000 Public Menorahs Worldwide, Universal Symbol of Religious Freedom. - December 21, 2014 - Chabad of Kentucky
Harvardwood's 2014 Writers Competition Winners & Most Staffable TV Writers
Announcing the winners of the 2014 Harvardwood Writers Competition & the writers selected for Harvardwood's Most Staffable TV Writers of 2014. - December 19, 2014 - Harvardwood
JFCS Opens Call for Veteran Nominations to Recognize Excellent Service
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS), the premier local safety net social service organization, is currently seeking nominations from the community for veterans who inspire patriotism, provide service to others and offer hope to veterans. The awardees will be... - December 18, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Tommie Sunshine Signs on to Play Multiple Dates on the Beats Drop Cancer 2015 Fundraising Tour
One of the hottest hashtags in electronic dance music is making its vision a reality, as #BeatsDropCancer gears up for their US Tour with EDM powerhouse Tommie Sunshine officially onboard for the cause! - December 16, 2014 - Electronic Music Alliance
The Greater Cleveland Unit of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers Announces Red Flags to Watch for During Holiday Visits with Aging Parents
When families live far away from one another, the holidays may be the only opportunity that long-distance caregivers and family members have to personally observe older relatives. Age-related decline can happen quickly. Family members who haven't visited a loved one recently may be surprised at... - December 05, 2014 - Careplan Geriatric Care Managers
Shop for Success Raises Record-Breaking Funds for Local Dress for Success Programs
Dress for Success SW Florida is pleased to announce this year’s Shop for Success event raised a record-breaking $73,000 to help support Dress for Success SW Florida and its mission of promoting the economic independence of local disadvantaged women. The shopping extravaganza’s previous... - December 04, 2014 - Dress for Success SWFL
New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Guadagno Visits Food Bank of South Jersey as Part of "Season of Service" Campaign
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) will host New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno at its headquarters in Pennsauken on December 3, 2014. The visit is part of the Christie Administration’s Season of Service campaign – a statewide tour that highlights the impact of... - December 03, 2014 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Gigaton Gifts Puts a Tree in Every Holiday Card
Low-cost program lets customers fight climate change, deforestation and poverty when sending holiday greetings by helping to restore ecologically critical mangrove forests. - December 02, 2014 - Gigaton Gifts
Thai Students with No Handicaps Use Sign Language to Learn English
Over 90 grade one to nine students enjoy the use of a simplified sign language in learning English by acting out the lyrics of the song they are singing at a free English camp ran by Filipino teachers. - December 02, 2014 - FATE Thailand
Will These Kids Make It to School Next Year? Mosqoy Needs Your Help to Fund Their Programs in the Peruvian Andes.
Mosqoy, a registered Canadian-Peruvian charity working with indigenous youth in Peru, funds Peruvian students from rural communities to attend post-secondary education, supports indigenous weavers to sell their traditional textiles at fair-trade marketplaces and works with elementary schools, high... - November 29, 2014 - Mosqoy
Tragedy to Triumph: Triumph Foundation Brings Hope & Resources to Paralyzed This Holiday Season
Triumph Foundation visits Southern California hospitals to bring people who have recently become paralyzed Care Baskets full of resources, have a Christmas party, and deliver a message of hope for life after spinal cord injury. - November 26, 2014 - Triumph Foundation
Food Bank of South Jersey Announces Details for Holiday "Turkey Drop"
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) announced today that its annual turkey drop event will be held on Saturday, November 22, from 8 am to 1 pm, at the organization’s headquarters on 1501 John Tipton Boulevard in Pennsauken, NJ. The largest emergency food provider serving Camden, Gloucester,... - November 22, 2014 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Project Abby Aims to Improve the Lives of Kids with Autism in Latin America
Project Abby aims to improve communication and learning for kids with autism in Latin America. They have created toys and technological tools that they want to distribute to 500 low-income autism families this Christmas, as well as a follow-up from their psychologists and therapist (3 months) and to link them to a specialized institution in their community! - November 19, 2014 - Project Abby
Be Immersed in Culture and Art of the African Diaspora at the 2014 African Diaspora Holiday Bazaar and Crafts Fair
African Diaspora Unification East Bay presents the first Annual Bazaar & Crafts Fair to celebrate the people, art, knowledge and cultural vibrancy that has resulted from the dispersal of Africans throughout the world. The goal is to open dialogue between the many people that call the Bay Area... - November 18, 2014 - African Diaspora Unification
Operation: Coming Home Begins Construction of Home for Marine Cpl. Ryan Wightman
Nonprofit Organization and Royal Oaks Homes to Build Ninth Hero Home in Fuquay-Varina Neighborhood - November 16, 2014 - Operation Coming Home
R4 Alliance Marches Forward for Veteran Advocacy with the Patriots Parade Initiative
R4 is a national alliance of organizations supporting Our Military Family joining forces to improve quality of services. R4 has over 38 member organizations who have served over 140,000. R4 is launching the Patriots Parade inspiring America to accomplish personal summits in honor of the fallen to support the living. - November 13, 2014 - R4 Alliance
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti to Receive Civic Leader Award at the Breath of Life™ Awards on November 20, 2014
On November 20, 2014, Breathe California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) is pleased to recognize Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti with the Civic Leader Award for his fresh, innovation efforts to create a healthier, greener, more sustainable Los Angeles. Mayor Garcetti’s nomination as the... - November 13, 2014 - Breathe California of Los Angeles
Food Bank of South Jersey Launches Hope Mobile Pantry for Veterans
Veterans in need of a helping hand will soon have it consistently from the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ). The largest source of emergency food assistance in South Jersey, FBSJ is adding the Army National Guard Armory in Cherry Hill, NJ to the list of sites that it will service regularly with its... - November 10, 2014 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and Los Angeles Community College District Join as 2014 Breath of Life™ Award Honorees
Breathe California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) is pleased to announce that two new honorees, including Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), will be recognized at the 2014 Breath of Life™ Awards Gala on Thursday, November 20, 2014 beginning at 6pm at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. - November 08, 2014 - Breathe California of Los Angeles