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Morton Grove Action Party Hosts “Meet the Candidates” Event
End the first month of the New Year with camaraderie and an “all-you-can eat ‘n drink” pizza and pop party. Join the Morton Grove Action Party at Giordano's in Morton Grove to meet the Trustee candidates for the April 5, 2011 municipal election. Incumbents Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and Maria S. Toth are running for re-election to the Morton Grove Village Board. - January 10, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
General James Amos, 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Brings Milestone Package to Afghanistan
Operation Gratitude today revealed that the organization's 600,000th Care Package, containing the keys to a Victory Vegas 8-Ball Motorcycle, was personally delivered on Christmas Day by Marine Corps Commandant, General James Amos, to a Lance Corporal deployed in the Sangin District of Helmand... - January 08, 2011 - Operation Gratitude
13yr Old Mary-Pat Hector Partners Up with Multiplatinum Producer Kevin "Khao" Cates to Make One of the Biggest Youth Movements in History
13 yr old Mary-Pat Hector, national president and founder of "Youth In Action" partners up with one of the music industry's most well known producers, multiplatinum producer Kevin "Khao" Cates and founder of "Bridge Da Gap" with one goal in mind and that's to save the lives of our youth. - January 07, 2011 - Bridge DA Gap
The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program Will Provide Paid Internships for Local Students
The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program will provide local students with paid internships at the City of Miami Gardens, sharing with them the opportunity to gain practical and professional experience in government. - December 31, 2010 - City of Miami Gardens
Universities to Compete in National Security Innovation Competition 2011
Only university competition awarding scholarships for innovation serving national security needs -- Call for papers - December 29, 2010 - Colorado Homeland Defense Alliance
The City of Miami Gardens Honors and Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King (MLK) “Unity in the Community “Holiday Celebration - December 29, 2010 - City of Miami Gardens
Historic Photo Event Comes to Sacramento
The ‘I AM EQUAL’ photo project shines light on human rights in state capitol. - December 22, 2010 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Announcing: I AM EQUAL PROJECT 2011 Photo World Tour
Human Rights & Equality photo project to visit 29 US cities in 2011 - December 22, 2010 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Family Service Employee Wins New Car Thanks to United Way “Miles of Smiles” Sweepstakes
This week, the United Way of Burlington County announced Deb Wolff of Family Service as the winner of a brand new 2011 Ford Fiesta Sedan SE sponsored by Holman Enterprises. Wolff was entered into the “Miles of Smiles” United Way Sweepstakes along with more than 2,000 eligible... - December 18, 2010 - Family Service
Top Secret Delivery of 600,000th Package with Keys to Motorcycle - Victory Motorcycles Donates a 2011 Vegas 8-Ball
To the classic roar of freedom at a "Support the Troops Rally" style event, a record-breaking two thousand cheering Operation Gratitude volunteers witnessed the arrival of a very special gift to be sent in the organization's 600,000th Care Package: A 2011 Victory Vegas 8-Ball. SSG... - December 16, 2010 - Operation Gratitude
High-tech Prizes and Social Media Boost Economic Development Message
Texas Community spreads message of robust economy using creative contest to drive website traffic. - December 15, 2010 - Mission Economic Development Authority
CASTLE of the Treasure Coast Raises $50,000 at Holiday Magic Event
The community came out in force for CASTLE's Holiday Magic Event, raising $50,000 in one evening to support Child Abuse Education and Prevention programs. More than 300 guests bid on jewelry valued at over $16,000, 75 bottles of wine and some very unusual silent and oral auction items. - December 12, 2010 - CASTLE of the Treasure Coast
Passages, Inc. Names Leila Perrin 2011 Board President
Leila Perrin has been named president of the Board of Directors for Passages, a non-profit organization based in Houston, Texas that provides residential treatment for women with chemical dependencies. Perrin takes the helm in January 2011, after having served on the Board since 2008, and succeeds... - December 10, 2010 - Passages for Women
NJ Blind Citizens Association Honors Humanitarians: Century-Old Charity Celebrates Champions of the Blind
The New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA), the oldest organization of the blind and visually impaired in the state, held their annual awards dinner this week honoring New Jersey’s most dedicated donors and volunteers to serve the historic charity over the past year. Honorees from... - December 09, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.
Capital Institute’s John Fullerton Spoke at Columbia University on the Importance of Finance and the Role of Students in Advancing Sustainability
Mr. Fullerton shared critical insights on the use of finance and impact investing to transform our unsustainable economy and revealed what the Capital Institute is doing to realize reform. - December 06, 2010 - Capital Institute
Capital Institute’s John Fullerton Discussed the Role of Finance in Creating a Sustainable Economic System at Investors’ Circle Fall Forum in Washington D.C.
Mr. Fullerton shared critical insights on the use of finance and impact investing to transform our unsustainable economy and revealed what the Capital Institute is doing to realize reform. - December 06, 2010 - Capital Institute
Operation Gratitude Collects Items for Troops and Army/Navy Game with Help from UPS & GalleryCollec
For the sixth year, Operation Gratitude will join thousands of Cadets, Midshipmen, alumni, parents, sponsors and fans at the 111th Army/Navy Game, to be held at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field Saturday, December 11, 2010. Collection boxes will be located at the entrance of Lincoln Financial... - December 05, 2010 - Operation Gratitude
Easter Seals South Florida, Inc. - Afterschool Tutoring Program
Easter Seals South Florida, Inc. announces the sponsorship of the Afterschool Snack Program, a subcomponent of the Child Care Food Program. This program is designed primarily to provide nutritious snacks to children in Afterschool Programs. Snacks are available at no separate charge to the children... - December 04, 2010 - Easter Seals South Florida
Operation Gratitude to Hit Unprecedented Milestone December 11
Organization Celebrates Shipment of 600,000 Care Packages to Troops. - December 03, 2010 - Operation Gratitude
Family Service Launches Annual Holiday Giving Drive
Family Service’s Holiday Giving Drive is officially underway and will run until Friday, December 17. The organization is collecting new, unwrapped holiday gifts for children, teens and adults in desperate need of support in over 60 Family Service programs. - December 03, 2010 - Family Service
Charity Serving the Blind Kicks Off “Celebration of a Century” with KORBEL as Official Sponsor of 100th Birthday Bash
The New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA) commenced a year-long “Celebration of a Century” of service on Thursday at their much anticipated 100th Birthday Bash. The exclusive event, held at McLoone’s Rum Runner, commemorated 100 years of unlocking opportunities for the blind and visually impaired and was attended by the charity’s most dedicated donors and volunteers, as well as clients. - November 24, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.
Local Start-Up TippingBucket.org Competing for $250,000 Pepsi Grant
TippingBucket.org, the Provo-based “drop in the bucket” fundraising website that promises to “change the world or your money back,” is in the running to become the first UT organization to secure a grant in the Pepsi Refresh Project. 340 organizations are competing to win a... - November 14, 2010 - TippingBucket.org
3 Sun Thanksgiving Restoring Original Meaning Through Year-Round Hobby and Cause
Bringing mainstream Americans and American Indians together in a spirit of kindness and historical honesty is the ambitious objective of a new year-round holiday hobby movement being spearheaded by newcomer, 3 Sun Thanksgiving. After company founder, Carrie Franzwa, came face to face some years ago... - November 10, 2010 - TIPS of Oregon / 3 Sun Thanksgiving
Pridelines Youth Services Unveils New Website
Pridelines announces the launch of the organization’s new website, www.pridelines.org. - November 10, 2010 - Pridelines Youth Services
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization November Event: Guest Speaker Chika Imakita, Marketing Manager UPS Japan
Ms. Imakita will share her experiences as an executive at a major international company in Japan. Event notice here: http://bit.ly/9G0ZFX - November 08, 2010 - FEWJapan
Infinity Insurance and AmpleHarvest.org Launch Virtual Food Drive
Infinity Insurance Matching Contributions to the AmpleHarvest.org Campaign - November 05, 2010 - AmpleHarvest.org
Nov. 2: Votesane.com to Provide an Insider’s View to Election Night Returns and Early Results via Twitter and Facebook
Votesane.com, the nonpartisan, online political “storefront," will provide early results and up-to-date insights with an insider’s perspective into Election Night returns via Twitter and Facebook. - October 31, 2010 - Votesane PAC
The Brave Foundation Hosts Harry Potter Film Release Party for the Northwest Community
The Brave Foundation is pleased to announce that it is hosting a Harry Potter 7 Release Party for the Northwest community on Wednesday, November 17th, from 6:30pm to 9:30pm at Tacoma's Temple Theater in honor of the release of the final Harry Potter movie: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Part 1. - October 27, 2010 - The Brave Foundation
Action Party of Morton Grove Announces Slate of Candidates for 2011
The Action Party of Morton Grove proudly announces its slate of candidates for the April 2011 municipal election. Three trustee seats on Morton Grove’s Village Board will be on the April ballot. The Action Party has slated Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and Maria S. Toth. All three are current sitting Trustees. - October 26, 2010 - Action Party of Morton Grove
NJ Charity for the Blind Celebrates a Century of Service All Are Invited to 100th Birthday Bash
The New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA) at Camp Happiness will commemorate 100 years of unlocking opportunities for the blind and visually impaired this November, and everyone is invited to join the celebration. NJBCA will kick off a year-long “Celebration of a Century” with a... - October 23, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.
Pro-Oregon Launches Medical Marijuana TV Ad for Measure 74
New commercial launched in favor of passing Oregon's Measure 74 regulated supply system for Medical Marijuana. - October 21, 2010 - PRO Oregon
Doing Gd is Launching Trendy Sandals with Interchangeable Straps
Designed by NUS Students, made by amputees in Jakarta - October 19, 2010 - Doing.Gd
Crime Stoppers Annual Report Issued
The FY2010 Annual Report shows that Crime Stoppers of Minnesota is valuable to the fight against crime by helping Law Enforcement agencies. With tip level tripling “Our work to provide statewide access for the public to submit crime information anonymously, has been useful collecting facts they would not otherwise have access to in their work to solve crimes,” said Nick Luciano, Board Chair, who continued “Our report intends to share this good news with all in Minnesota.” - October 17, 2010 - Crime Stoppers of Minnesota
Planeterra Foundation Partners with STA Travel on New Voluntourism and Community Development Initiatives
STA Travel embarks on a new responsible travel journey through a partnership with Planeterra Foundation, a leader in global volunteer vacations. - October 17, 2010 - Planeterra Foundation
Girl Scouts Fall Festival to be a Hauntingly Good Time
Jersey Shore Spooktacular, Monmouth and Ocean counties' only Fall Festival planned by teenage Girl Scouts for all members of the community, is the perfect opportunity for families looking to enjoy the fall weather and have some seasonal fun. Every year, these hard-working and dedicated girls plan... - October 16, 2010 - Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore
New Image Emergency Shelter to Host Its Annual Fundraiser a Dinner Gala & Cruise Celebrating 21 Years of Service
Celebrities come out to support New Image Emergency Shelter' Charity Voyage. They will cruise for a cause to help raise awareness and funds in the fight against homelessness in Los Angeles. New Image has provided services to nearly 1 million unduplicated clients. - October 14, 2010 - New Image Homeless Shelter
Votesane’s Political Pundits Spar About Tea Party’s Future Post Mid-Term Elections
Is the Tea Party a new brand, part of the Republican Party or just a fairy tale created by powerful, monied interests? Political pundits—Karen Finney and John Feehery—Votesane’s featured columnists, share different takes on the Tea Party and its future in their weekly debate... - October 13, 2010 - Votesane PAC
Barbara Hemphill, Professional Organizer and Author, Featured Speaker at Women’s Power Networking Luncheon
Barbara Hemphill, “America’s Favorite Organizer,” and bestselling author of the “Taming the Paper Tiger” series, shared info to peaceful productivity at WPN Power Lunch Oct. 8 in Raleigh. - October 09, 2010 - Women's Power Networking
Girls Achieve Dreams Through Girl Scout Fall Product Sale
Girl Scouts throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties will be selling nuts and magazines from October 1 through November 15. Girls will take orders and hold booth sales during this time period. All products will be delivered in time for Thanksgiving. - October 09, 2010 - Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore
Downtown Street Jam Goes Country Western
Downtown Street Jam is a free community event that draws thousands of people to downtown Riverside. On Saturday, October 16 from 2 to 9 p.m. Downtown Street Jam will feature the best in Country Western and Blues music. - October 08, 2010 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
Family Service Breaks Ground on Supportive Housing Residence
Family Service broke ground yesterday on a new, affordable supportive housing residence in Evesham for three women with disabilities. The new home will take the place of an old barn which was torn down in July of 2008 and make way for new housing for individuals at risk of homelessness. Construction on the new three bedroom two bath home, will begin this week and be completed by spring of 2011. - October 08, 2010 - Family Service
Sustainable 1000 Highlights 15 of the Most Sustainable Organizations in America
Sustainable 1000's Green Radio features more than a dozen environmental, community-focused groups and corporations each week. These insightful conversations will cover local food, farmers, organic diets, business development, renewable energy, and more. Join the leaders of this new way of doing business, organizing communities, and protecting the ecology. - October 06, 2010 - Sustainable 1000
Easter Seals South Florida Small Miracle in Miami Luncheon Raised $275,000
During a very special hour on August 26 at the University of Miami – Hurricane 100 room, another small miracle happened for Easter Seals South Florida - $275,000 raised. 180 new friends, old friends and community leaders gathered to learn more about Easter Seals impact in Miami. Ricardo, an... - October 05, 2010 - Easter Seals South Florida
Morton Grove Action Party Maintains Its Long Tradition of Encouraging Community Involvement in Government
The Action Party of Morton Grove encourages citizens to get involved in local government by actively volunteering to keep open, honest and effective leadership in their village. While no local offices are on the upcoming ballot, the organization encourages every eligible citizen to register and vote in the upcoming November 2, 2010 General Election. - October 05, 2010 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Operation Gratitude & Operation Homefront Join Forces for Pepsi Refresh Project
Patriotic Americans are just a click away in supporting non-profits serving military service members and their families, and it does not cost a dime through the Pepsi Refresh Project through the month of October. - October 03, 2010 - Operation Gratitude
Keyport IHOP Donates Funds for the Blind During Blindness Awareness Month: Century-Old Local Charity to Receive Funds and Hold Free Eye Screenings at Restaurant
October is Blindness Awareness Month, and to help support programs for the blind, Keyport IHOP will generously donate ten percent of sales every Tuesday in October to the New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA), a charitable organization dedicated to unlocking opportunities for the blind and... - October 01, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.
Celebrate In Pink Launches “Who’s Got the Plate” Fundraiser Campaign
Celebrate in Pink™ announces fun way to raise money during the month of October for TigerLily Foundation. - October 01, 2010 - Celebrate in Pink,LLC
Morton Grove Action Party Hits the Streets for Fall "Walk & Talk"
A record number of Morton Grove Action Party volunteers, members, officers, directors, and elected officials took to the streets of Morton Grove (specifically precincts 52, 54, and 55) going door-to-door to take the pulse of the public and to hear what residents had to say about what is going on in their neighborhoods. Voters’ opinions, comments, and suggestions were solicited. - September 30, 2010 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Votesane.com Adds New Feature: “Sanity Checks by Uncle Scott,” an Irreverent Diatribe about Politics, Sports, and Life
Votesane.com, the nonpartisan, political web portal recently launched by VotesaneTM PAC, added another interesting regular column called “Uncle Scott’s Sanity Checks” to its stable of political features. These columns, authored by veteran political fundraiser Scott Douglas,... - September 30, 2010 - Votesane PAC
Bumpspot.com Announces Unique Website on Current Mideast and Jewish Issues
Providing nuanced analysis of "in the news" issues related primarily to the Jewish people, Israel and the Middle East while compiling leading Arab and Israeli web resources in one easy-to-use site - September 29, 2010 - Bumpspot