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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
Registration Now Open for the Oakland’s First Dragon Boat Racing Festival
Oakland Renegades to host the inaugural 2-day festival and race. - July 09, 2013 - Oakland Renegades
Covidien and Organogenesis to Host Workshops at American Venous Forum: The Vein Forum
The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians will take place on October 11-12 in Boston, MA. The course provides a unique educational opportunity - State of the art lectures by leaders in venous disease are complemented by hands-on practice with models. AVF would like to thank Covidien, Organogenesis, Inc., Cook Medical Inc., Tactile Systems Technology Inc., Vascular Insights LLC and Volcano Corporation for hosting workshops during The Vein Forum. - July 08, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Zonta Club of Douglas County Installs New Officers; Group Awards $7,750 in Scholarships, Grants
The Zonta Club of Douglas County recently installed new officers for the 2013-14 term, awarded a scholarship to a high school senior and presented grants to six nonprofit groups. Marcy O’Toole, Zonta Lt. Gov. for District 12, installed the following members as club officers: Rhonda... - July 04, 2013 - Zonta Club of Douglas County
THEARC in SE Honored as One City Location of the Month
Ward 8 arts recreation campus serves as multi-purpose venue for any size film production. - July 04, 2013 - Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus
Why Women Must Lead from a New Perspective
New Chair of Women’s Philanthropy at Jewish Federations of North America Plans for the Future. - July 02, 2013 - Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford
Black Transmen, Inc. Maryland/DC Chapter, Vann Millhouse, Meets with The FBI to Educate About Trans Awareness and Inclusion
Vann Millhouse, Black Transmen, Inc - Maryland/DC Chapter met with the Federal Bureau of Investigations broadcasted to FBI satellite offices as far as San Juan, Puerto Rico to educate the agency about creating an inclusive work space. - July 02, 2013 - Black Transmen, Inc
Black Transmen, Inc. Celebrating Pride Internationally
Black Transmen, Inc. is pleased to announce their involvement in the global Pride celebrations taking place across the world. - July 02, 2013 - Black Transmen, Inc
Organogenesis Joins Medical Device Industry Leaders at American Venous Forum: The Vein Forum
The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Clinicians will take place on October 11-12 in Boston, MA. The course provides clinicians a unique educational opportunity. State-of-the-art lectures by leaders in venous disease are complemented by hands-on practice with models and edited video presentations. The goal of the course is to educate and update practicing clinicians regarding the latest theories and developments in the clinical practice of vein disease management. - July 01, 2013 - American Venous Forum
2013 Summer Celebration in Washington, D.C.
Support Women Entrepreneurs on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at the Thurgood Marshall Center, located in Washington, D.C. Strong Women Alliance will bring together women from the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area for a one day celebration. The Summer Celebration is an opportunity for women to celebrate each others achievements, and get a mental break from the day to day stresses. It's a one of a kind event where women entrepreneurs embrace each others niche brands. - July 01, 2013 - Strong Women Alliance
GiveGab Presents Webinar on “Making Volunteer Management Easier” in July
Social network for volunteers will demo website designed with the goal of more, happy volunteers. - June 30, 2013 - GiveGab
Krav Maga Worldwide Chief Instructor Darren Levine Holding a Carjacking/Abduction/Active Shooter Defense Seminar at Krav Maga Orange County’s Irvine Location
Two day seminar in August at Krav Maga of Orange County teaches essential skills for avoiding or escaping harm during a Carjacking, Abduction, or Active Shooter situation. - June 30, 2013 - Krav Maga Orange County
Amnesty International Prepares for Tennessee Conference
Amnesty International is preparing for a statewide human rights conference at the end of September 2013. - June 29, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $7,500 in Grants to VA Hospitals Across Western U.S.
Multi-state grants will fund variety of services for wounded veterans. - June 27, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
U.S. Veterans Arts Program Receives $7,500 Grant from Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Donation will fund innovative art-therapy programs for wounded veterans. - June 24, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Drag Nuns to Take Over Long Beach Night Club to Raise Money for SoCal LGBT Veterans and Service Members
2nd Annual LGBT Military Ball planned for 4th of July Weekend at Club Ripples in Long Beach, CA. - June 21, 2013 - Los Angeles Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence
Volunteers to Assemble One Millionth Care Package
Operation Gratitude will be the first military support charity to send one million care packages. - June 21, 2013 - Operation Gratitude
Broward Sheriff and Other Dignitaries Salute OIC of South Florida Graduates
Opportunities Industrialization Center of South Florida (OICSFL) and the Broward Sheriff Office share an inspiring graduation ceremony. - June 20, 2013 - OIC of South Florida
Food Bank of South Jersey Announce New Board Trustees at Annual Conference of Their Charitable Feeding Network
More than 250 food pantries, kitchens and shelters from Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem Counties will attend the Annual Food Bank Conference June 21st at the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) in Pennsauken, New Jersey. The conference, sponsored by the Food Bank of South Jersey, will focus... - June 19, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Rabbi Shlomo Braun Visits Aleh Foundation Supporter in Rockville, MD.
Rabbi Shlomo Braun, Founder and Director of Aleh Foundation recently made a trip to Washington, DC and met with several former associates from the days when he was a congressional staff member. There, he made a presentation about important issues of concern to the Brooklyn Jewish communities, as well as updated them of the unique services Aleh provides for the disabled population. - June 19, 2013 - Aleh Foundation
DEA Youth Dance Program Receives The thalo Critics’ Choice Inspiration Award Donation at Critics’ Choice Television Awards Show
Free Program That Helps Kids Turn to Dance Instead of Drugs Plans to Grow to 30 Cities by 2014. - June 19, 2013 - DEA Youth Dance Program
Meet NY Times Best-Selling Author at Sheltering heARTS
Laura Schroff, NY Times Best-Selling Author of: An Invisible Thread: The True Story of an 11-year-old Panhandler, a Busy Sales Executive, and an Unlikely Meeting with Destiny, Keynote Guest at Sheltering Hearts. - June 18, 2013 - Sheltering Hearts
AmpleHarvest.org to be Presented at International Philanthropy Conference in Athens Greece
Panel exploring best practice examples and new ideas for the non-profit sector to highlight AmpleHarvest.org's solution to hunger and food waste. - June 18, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
Dave Matthews Band and REVERB Select Food Bank of South Jersey
Dave Matthews Band and their Promoter REVERB are expanding their Bama Green Project support of farmers to include food banks with a series of concerts in 34 cities across the country. In the Philadelphia area, the Band, and their Promoter REVERB, selected the Food Bank of South Jersey as a... - June 16, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Food Bank South Jersey Partners with Feeding America in Largest Hunger Study in the Country
In an effort to determine demographic profiles of emergency food clients in South Jersey, the Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) in conjunction with Feeding America is participating in the largest study of charitable food assistance in America. Known as Hunger in America, this study has been... - June 15, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Medical Device Industry Leaders to Host Workshops at AVF Vein Forum
The American Venous Forum (AVF) would like to thank leading medical device industries for hosting workshops during The Vein Forum: A Comprehensive Hands-On Course for Practicing Physicians. The American Venous Forum (AVF) is dedicated to improving the care of patients with venous and lymphatic disease through education, research and technology. - June 14, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Teams with Feed The Children to Distribute Goods to Wounded Veterans
Massive donations of books, bottled water and more delivered to U.S. Army bases - June 13, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
American Venous Forum Updates: Call for Abstracts - The Vein Forum - AVF Membership
Call for Abstracts - The Vein Forum - AVF - June 12, 2013 - American Venous Forum