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New Book Provides Powerful Tool for Church Leaders to Build Discipleship Plan
In his new book, "Innovating Discipleship: Four Paths to Real Discipleship Results," author Will Mancini offers a practical framework that moves the discussion beyond existing models and best practices. Instead of touting a new model for every church to adapt, Mancini provides a simple and powerful tool that guides church leaders, step-by-step, into the freedom and confidence found in designing a unique, effective discipleship approach for a specific time and place. - September 25, 2013 - Auxano
Child Safety Fingerprinting Station Opening in Anchorage, AK
Operation Kidsafe is opening a fingerprinting and child safety center in Anchorage. The center is totally free and totally private for all area families. - September 19, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $6,500 Grant to Purdue University for Flight-Training Program
Combat-wounded veteran to attend seven-week academy at no cost. - September 17, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Operation KidSafe Announces 2 Fingerprint Station Locations in Del Rio, TX
Two of the Operation KidSafe digital fingerprinting units will be available at no charge to area families, starting in Sept. 18, 2013 in Del Rio, TX. This system produces a lifetime safety record for a child and only the parent gets a record of the visit. Safety tips and education are also provided so parents can help arm their children with knowledge. - September 17, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
KIT One of Nine Finalists in American Airlines' "Flights.Camera.Action.3" Contest
San Diego based non-profit, Kids Included Together (KIT), lands one of the top spots in American Airlines’ (AA) video contest and they need your vote to win. One lucky voter will win 25,000 AAdvantage points. - September 14, 2013 - Kids Included Together
Local Dress for Success SW Florida Member, Laura Mobley-Williams Receives Worldwide Recognition
Barbara Dell, Executive Director of Dress for Success SW Florida, is proud to announce that Dress for Success Professional Women’s Group (PWG) member, Laura Mobley-Williams from Cape Coral won first runner-up at the International 2013 Success Summit for her Community Action Project (CAP). Her... - September 14, 2013 - Dress for Success SWFL
Paralympian Prepares for Epic Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Wounded Marine on quest to raise $1 million for charities that supported his recovery. - September 12, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Entrepreneurs Invited to Pitch Business Ideas and Challenges at Financing the Working Landscape Conference Nov. 7 in Middlebury
Third annual event connects members of the working landscape community for a day of networking, discussion, and education focused on the unique challenges faced by early stage and established businesses. - September 12, 2013 - Addison County Economic Development Corporation
Pedro Cayuqueo Awarded 2013 Samuel Chavkin Prize for Integrity in Latin American Journalism
The North American Congress on Latin America (NACLA) announces the selection of Pedro Cayuqueo as the 2013 recipient of the Samuel Chavkin Prize for Integrity in Latin American Journalism. The Chavkin Prize is awarded every 18 months to an outstanding investigative reporter working in Latin America... - September 11, 2013 - North American Congress on Latin America
DEA Youth Dance Program Expands to Arizona Through Donations from the M.A.S.H Coalition Against Substance Abuse and Target
Free After-School Program That Helps Kids Turn to Dance Instead of Drugs Enters Its 22nd State - September 11, 2013 - DEA Youth Dance Program
No Child Held Back Announces the Launch of the No Child Held Back Education Innovation Grant
The No Child Held Back Consortium announces the launch of the No Child Held Back Education Innovation Grant that will be available to 500 schools nationwide. - September 08, 2013 - No Child Held Back
The American Venous Forum - The Vein Forum Course: A Comprehensive Hands-on Course for Practicing Clinicians
The Vein Forum Course on October 11-12, 2013 at the Hyatt Boston Harbor in Boston, MA is targeted to clinicians in the fields of vascular surgery, interventional radiology, phlebology, interventional cardiology and hematology. The American College of Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. This entire course meets the requirements for Self-Assessment Credit. - September 06, 2013 - American Venous Forum
American Venous Forum: Call for Abstracts
The American Venous Forum is having its 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, LA. The deadline to submit an abstract for inclusion in the Annual Meeting is Monday, September 9, 2013, 11:59 pm EST. The deadline cannot be extended this year due to publishing commitments. - September 03, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Grayslake Teachers Can't Count? Community Consolidated School District 46 Common Core Math Presentation
The 43-second video clip that has recently gone viral of Community Consolidated School District 46’s Curriculum Coordinator Amanda August is only one, small, edited part of a 30-minute math presentation that was given to parents. The presentation in its entirety is posted on the D46 website... - August 27, 2013 - Community Consolidated School District 46
Black Transmen, Inc. Held Its 1st Trans Awareness Summer T-Shirt Campaign Offering All Artists the Opportunity to Submit Their Talent for T-Shirt Designs
Winner Announced: Congratulations to Mr. Mick Rose as the Grand Prize Winner of the BTMI 2013 T-Shirt Design Contest. Black Transmen, Inc is happy to announce that they have selected the T-Shirt Design entry "Black Power Fist." - August 22, 2013 - Black Transmen, Inc
Animal Lovers Take on the Kili Challenge
Climbing Kilimanjaro is often one of the top items on most South African’s bucket list, most find it daunting enough without the commitment of making it to Uhuru Peak for a cause they strongly believe in. In September a group of twenty-five climbers will be putting their passion for the... - August 21, 2013 - Sandton SPCA
AmpleHarvest.org and Gardener’s Supply Company Launch “Pledge-A-Veg” Photo Contest
Opportunity for a gardener donating food to a nearby food pantry to win a $300 gift certificate from Gardener’s Supply Company. - August 20, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Freedom Fighters of America Becomes a 24/7 News Service
24/7 news, information and opinion service. - August 17, 2013 - Freedom Fighters of America
American Venous Forum Foundation and JOBST® - a Brand of BSN medical, Inc. Are Proud to Announce the 2014 BSN-JOBST Research Grant
The BSN-JOBST Research Grant will provide a one year, $50,000 research grant for original, basic or clinical research in venous or lymphatic disease. The competition is open to residents, fellows in a vascular training program, as well as physicians who have completed their training within the past five (5) years. The grant will commence on January 1, 2014. Grant recipient will be invited to attend the American Venous Forum (AVF) 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, LA. - August 16, 2013 - American Venous Forum
US Swim School Association Welcomes Two New Sponsors – Neptune-Benson and ETS Join Nation’s Premier Swim School Family
Industry leading pool filtering, UV disinfecting technology now available to members. - August 16, 2013 - US Swim School Association
Coalition’s Daughenbaugh Promoted to Vice President
Combat-wounded veteran joins leadership ranks at leading service organization. - August 14, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Exhibitor Opportunities Still Available at American Venous Forum - The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians
The American Venous Forum (AVF) is hosting The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians on October 11-12 in Boston, MA. Exhibitors at the Vein Forum will be provided the following opportunities: exhibit during the duration of the course, all meals and a Welcome Reception will be served in the Exhibit Hall to give each Exhibitor maximum exposure; network with leading clinicians in the field of vascular disease; and, engage with clinicians on the latest developments. - August 14, 2013 - American Venous Forum
American Venous Forum: The Vein Forum Course - A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians
The American Venous Forum is hosting The Vein Forum Course: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians on October 11-12, 2013 at the Hyatt Boston Harbor in Boston, MA. The Vein Forum Course is open to clinicians in the fields of vascular surgery, interventional radiology, phlebology, interventional cardiology and hematology. The course will be limited to 50 registered attendees in order to provide an outstanding faculty/attendee ratio. - August 14, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Legacy Ladies Announces the 2013 "Just for Girls" Teen Conference at Loyola Marymount University
Three hundred teen girls will participate in the Legacy Ladies’ “Just for Girls” Teen Conference… A Pathway to Leadership, at Loyola Marymount University on September 7, 2013. This year’s workshops will offer a dynamic day of programs that build self-esteem, establish... - August 11, 2013 - Legacy Ladies, Inc.
Black Transmen, Inc Announces New Leadership
Black Transmen, Inc. continues to bring unprecedented awareness to the challenges facing the transgender community. The first national non-profit organization of African American Transmen excitedly presents their impressive new leadership for 2013-2014. - August 11, 2013 - Black Transmen, Inc
Operation: Coming Home Breaks Ground on Sixth Hero Home
Volunteer Project Begins Work on Home for U.S. Army 1st Lt. Nathan Rimpf in Raleigh. - August 11, 2013 - Operation Coming Home
Local Elks Lodge to Continue Charitable Work
Austin’s local Elks Lodge #201 will continue its community outreach this Saturday, August 10th. The members of the local Lodge will proceed with the scheduled trip for special needs children and adults of the Austin area to attend Morgan’s Wonderland in San Antonio. The chartered bus... - August 10, 2013 - Elk's Lodge #201
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $10,000 Grant to Expand Veteran Job Opportunities Through IVET
Career transition workshops help wounded veterans prepare for civilian life. - August 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Oakland’s Dragonboat Racing Festival is Set to Paddle It Out on August 10
Oakland Renegades to host the 2-day race to determine who will be representing the United States from this region at the 2014 International Dragonboat World Championships in Italy. - August 09, 2013 - Oakland Renegades
The 17th Annual Dunn's Run to Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County
What: A 5-mile run/5K run and walk through Deerfield Beach. When: Race begins at 7:30am (Hillsboro Blvd. South of Federal Highway will close at 7:00 a.m.) Starting Line: South of the Main Deerfield Beach Parking located on Ocean Way and SE 2nd Street. Course/Distance: 5M&5K Run Timed (USATF Certified) 5K Walk- (3.10 miles) (not judged or timed). Timing System: The race will use the d-tag timing system. - August 07, 2013 - Boys & Girls Clubs of South Florida
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Event at Will County Farm Bureau
Join Operation Kidsafe, the Joliet Fire Department Department and Country Financial for a fun 2 day child safety fair. - August 04, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation KidSafe Announces Fingerprint Station Location in Langley, BC
One of the Operation KidSafe digital fingerprinting units will be available at no charge to area families, starting in August 21, 2013 in the Vancouver metro area. This system produces a lifetime safety record for a child and only the parent gets a record of the visit. Safety tips and education are also provided so parents can help arm their children with knowledge. - August 03, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
American Venous Forum Call for Abstracts
The American Venous Forum (AVF) will hold its 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, LA. The AVF Annual Meeting offers high-quality scientific analysis to those physicians interested in research, education and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. That AVF encourages all of its colleagues to participate in this growing educational program either by submission of a formal abstract for standard oral, quick shot presentation or poster presentation. - August 02, 2013 - American Venous Forum
YES Youth Education Support
NAMI Lansing is sponsoring a dialogue with Joanne Riebschleger, PhD, MSU School of Social Work, to discuss YES- Youth Education and Support on August 15, 2013 7:00 p.m. at the McLaren Educational Center on the Greenlawn Campus, corner of Greenlawn and Washington. YES is part of a greater initiative... - August 01, 2013 - NAMI Lansing Inc
TD Charitable Foundation Supports Food Bank of South Jersey with Donation
The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, recently donated a total of $10,000 to the Food Bank of South Jersey as part of the bank’s commitment to giving back to the community. - July 28, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Caryn Smith Appointed to Advisory Board for Dress for Success SW Florida
Dress for Success SW Florida has appointed Caryn Smith to their advisory board. She will serve as co-chair of the newly launched Entrepreneurial Spirit Program (E$P), which helps to provide women with the information, tools, and resources needed to start a one-person business. - July 28, 2013 - Dress for Success SWFL
Triumph Foundation is Ready to Celebrate and Let’ Em Roll in Valencia, CA
Triumph Foundation is celebrating its five-year anniversary by hosting the Let’em Roll Casino Night at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Valencia, California Aug 17th. - July 27, 2013 - Triumph Foundation
US Army Europe Band's Grey Cafe to Perform at Mom2Mom KMC World Breastfeeding Week Open House
USAREUR Band Combo brings the party with them as they join other military and private oganizations in celebrating World Breastfeeding Week - July 27, 2013 - Mom2Mom KMC
Mom2Mom KMC Hosts Big Latch On, World Breastfeeding Week Open House
World Breastfeeding Week 2013 highlights the importance of Peer Counseling for breastfeeding mothers. Mom2Mom KMC provides breastfeeding peer support for American military families stationed overseas in the Kaiserslautern Military Community. - July 26, 2013 - Mom2Mom KMC
Procter & Gamble Supports the Food Bank of South Jersey in the Fight Against Hunger
The Food Bank of South Jersey got a big boost to their No Child Hungry Initiative from Feeding America – the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity – and from Procter & Gamble. The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) has received a $20,000 grant from Feeding America, thanks to... - July 24, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,400 Grant to Hire, Train First Employee at Dog Tag Bakery
Innovative DC-based start-up committed to empowering combat-wounded veterans. - July 23, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Pet Adoption Event at The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center
In an effort to increase community involvement and raise awareness of animal overpopulation, The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center in collaboration with Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department, will be hosting a pet adoption event. All adoption fees will be ½ off. This event... - July 21, 2013 - Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center
Nashville Amnesty Group Receives Help from Neighbors to the South
Amnesty International is preparing for a statewide human rights conference at the end of September 2013, and is receiving support from the Southern Regional Office based in Atlanta, GA. - July 20, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
International Charity Anthology "Twist of Fate" Now Available in Paperback and E-Formats. All Proceeds Donated to Charity.
Representing the Indies In Action group, 60 authors and poets have combined to contribute 78 different writings in a charity anthology called "Twist of Fate," to help tornado victims in Oklahoma. The authors represent people from all around the globe. Nine countries are represented. It is a grassroots, group effort to help those who need it the most. All proceeds from the sales of the book will be donated to the May Tornadoes Relief Fund, administered by the United Way. - July 19, 2013 - Indies In Action
NACLA Launches Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign to Support Independent Journalism on the Americas
The North American Congress on Latin America (NACLA), publisher of the most widely-read English-language magazine on Latin America, NACLA Report on the Americas, has launched NACLA 2.0, an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. NACLA 2.0 is a campaign that will bring NACLA’s independent journalism... - July 17, 2013 - North American Congress on Latin America
BBQ Fundraiser Will Kickoff Cross-Country Bike Trip by Wounded Warrior and Paralympian Rob Jones
July 27th event by “Fired Up To Help” to benefit Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes. - July 12, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
3rd Level Consulting Joins US Swim School Association as New Sponsor
Leading consulting agency shares Association’s interests, goals in aiding swim school businesses. - July 12, 2013 - US Swim School Association
Students Against Violence Everywhere Welcomes New Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary to Executive Committee
National Nonprofit Appoints Four Members to Lead Board of Directors - July 12, 2013 - SAVE
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,000 Grant to Provide Housing for Homeless Female Veterans
Donation to Final Salute will provide transitional support for women and children. - July 11, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,000 Grant for Commissioning of Wounded Warrior Sculpture
“Heroic Challenges” to serve as inspiration for wounded veterans undergoing rehab. - July 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes