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Economist Says Iowa Biodiesel Mandate Wrong Approach
Iowans for Consumer Fuel Choice (ICFC) today released an economic study analyzing the impact of a statewide biodiesel mandate, as proposed in Senate File 464 and currently being considered by the Iowa State Legislature. Economist Wayne Newkirk, Ph.D., a longtime Drake University professor and president of Economic and Financial Consulting, reviewed and addressed the effects of a state mandate on demand, prices, employment and tax receipts, as well as the impact to fuel marketers and retailers. - March 02, 2010 - Iowans for Consumer Fuel Choice
Jyotsna Colony Association: Republic Day Celebrations Held
Republic Day Celebrations were held at Jyotsna Colony on Tuesday, 26th January 2010, to celebrate the 61st Republic Day of the country. - March 01, 2010 - Jyotsna Colony Association
Jyotsna Colony Association: Police-Residents Meet Held
A Police-Residents Meet was held at Jyotsna Colony on Sunday, 24th January 2010, to educate the residents about the precautions they could take to prevent crime in their locality. - March 01, 2010 - Jyotsna Colony Association
Downtown Street Jam Returns with Irish Bands and Rock 'n Roll Recording Artist - "Smile Empty Soul"
Downtown Street Jam is a free outdoor community event that has become a signature concert series in downtown Riverside. - February 25, 2010 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
HSBCARES Launches Into First Year of Fundraising to Benefit Youth
Call for Sponsors to Support Youth and Programming, and Provide Vital Basketball Supplies to Non-Profits - February 24, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Equality Now Commends Saudi Arabia for Annulment of Forced Divorce
International human rights organization Equality Now welcomes the decision to overturn a forced divorce ruling in the case of Fatima and Mansour, in Saudi Arabia. After 4 years of separation, the family was finally reunited on Feb 17, 2010. - February 20, 2010 - Equality Now
Dwyane Wade, 2010 NBA All Star MVP, Raises Awareness for His Foundation at Star-Studded Dallas Event
Wade, a six-time NBA All Star and world champion for the Miami Heat, hosted an A-List VIP event at Dallas' Fashion Industry Gallery where some 2,000 guests danced the night away until 6am. - February 20, 2010 - Wade's World Foundation
Simply Referrals is Simply Networking
Local Businessman Seeks to Unite Other Local Businesses - February 19, 2010 - Simply Referrals
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization Holds Entrepreneur Event: the Foreign Buyer's Club: Setting Up a Business in Japan, from the Beginning of the Story to Now
Join the members and guests of FEWJapan for the March 2010 meeting. The guest speaker is Chuck Grafft, Founder of the Foreign Buyers Club Japan. He will share key tips to entrepreneurial success in Japan. - February 19, 2010 - FEWJapan
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization Holds Afghanistan Charity Benefit: Brownies and Books
On Saturday, February 20, 2010, bring and swap your unwanted books, DVDs & CDs and join members and friends of FEW (For Empowering Women in Japan) in a book/DVD/CD swap meet and brownies benefit for girls schools in Afghanistan. - February 19, 2010 - FEWJapan
Leonia American Legion Post #1 Host 2nd Poker Tournament for Vets and Troops
The first American Legion Post in New Jersey is thrilled to host another Casino Night to benefit Veterans' Charities and Scholarship funds. February 27, 2010 - the Casino Night will feature a Texas Hold'em Tournament and Black Jack Tournament. Buyin will be $50 when you pre-register at www.alpost1.org Free Food and Open Bar starts at 6pm. Check out their website www.alpost1.org or call Tony, (718) 755-2990 for more information or to register. Come on out and have some fun to support our Troops - February 14, 2010 - American Legion Post #1
Nonprofit Planeterra Mobilizes Community Relief Efforts in Wake of Flooding in Peru
Planeterra Appeals to Concerned Groups and Individuals to Make Online Donations to Peru Flood Relief and If Traveling to Cusco Bring Essential Items, Clothing and Food - February 13, 2010 - Planeterra Foundation
Zebra Restaurant and Charlotte-South Rotary Club Partner to Raise Money to End Polio Now
Rotary District 7680 is celebrating Rotary International’s 105th anniversary by partnering with local restaurants to raise money for The Rotary Foundation’s “End Polio Now” campaign. The Charlotte South Rotary Club is partnering with Zebra Restaurant on Tuesday, February 23,... - February 10, 2010 - Charlotte-South Rotary Club
Central New York Online Dating Service Announces First Baby
Couple Met Through Catchmakers in 2008; Baby Boy Due Around Valentine's Day - February 10, 2010 - Catchmakers, Inc.
BPSOS Unveils New Mission for Its 4th Decade
BPSOS enters its 4th decade of operation with a new name, new mission, and new priorities. Formerly Boat People S.O.S., the organization has changed its name to BPSOS to reflect its new mission, which is to “empower, organize, and equip Vietnamese individuals and communities in their pursuit... - February 05, 2010 - BPSOS
Iowans for Consumer Fuel Choice Coalition Announcement
Iowans for Consumer Fuel Choice is a coalition of public, private, business and labor organizations that wholeheartedly supports renewable fuels but vehemently opposes product mandates that manipulate our free market system and increase fuel costs for Iowans. - February 04, 2010 - Iowans for Consumer Fuel Choice
Learning Disabilities Conference Offers Information and Research from Experts in the Field for Parents, Professionals, and Adults with LD
The Learning Disabilities Association Conference in Baltimore, February 17–20 is the largest focusing on all aspects of learning disabilities. Over 200 breakout sessions and topical workshops by top experts in the field will include successful teaching strategies, mental health, adult issues, and classroom techniques; assessment and evaluation of children and adults with learning disabilities; research trends in language, reading, writing and math; and public policy considerations. - January 28, 2010 - Learning Disabilities Association of America
UNC Researcher to Speak on Life in Earth's Most Extreme Environments
The Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observing Society will be hosting Zena Cardman for a presentation on her work in researching life in some of Earth's most extreme environments. Cardman has traveled to the Arctic and Antarctica and is part of the Pavilion Lake Research Project deploying submarines... - January 24, 2010 - Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society
HSBCAMPS Dribbles Into Bellevue with an All-Star Coach Line-Up and a Mission to Give Back
HSBCAMPS and HSBCARES Partner with Non-Profit HOOPS 4 HOPE; Coaches Prepare for a Trip to South Africa in Summer 2010 - January 23, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
AmpleHarvest.org Campaign Announces iPhone App for AmpleHarvest.org. Donors Now Able to Find a Local Food Pantry Using Their iPhone and iPod Touch.
The AmpleHarvest.org Campaign announces the availability of the AmpleHarvest iPhone app, a free download from App Store, that enables anyone wishing to donate excess garden produce or store bought items to a local food pantry, to easily find one. - January 21, 2010 - AmpleHarvest.org
doterati Announces 2010 Leadership
doterati board of directors has been announced for 2010. The board will provide overall leadership to the nonprofit organization with the mission of advancing the interactive marketing, media and technology community through education and networking opportunities. - January 21, 2010 - doterati
BPSOS Joins Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities in Calling for Comprehensive Immigration
BPSOS, a national Vietnamese American community organization, announced today that it will participate in the National Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Week of Action in order to call on Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform. - January 16, 2010 - BPSOS
Hoosier Trails Council CEO Announces Retirement
CEO Randy Brown announces retirement after 22 years at the Hoosier Trails Boy Scout Council. There will be a retirement party at Seasons Lodge in Nashville, Ind., to celebrate his accomplishments. - January 16, 2010 - Hoosier Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America
Governor Proclaims Crime Stoppers Month in Its Fourth Decade
Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty has issued a proclamation declaring January to be Crime Stoppers of Minnesota Recognition Month. This non profit organization has been a useful tool in the fight against crime for law enforcement agencies across the State of Minnesota. It offers the unique ability to be separate and independent of law enforcement and a place for members of the public to come forward with information about crimes while they stay anonymous and potentially earn a reward. - January 16, 2010 - Crime Stoppers of Minnesota
HSBCAMPS and HSBCARES Partner with Non-Profit HOOPS 4 HOPE to Further Empower Youth in Disadvantaged Communities
HSBCAMPS Staff Join in the Fundraising Effort, Prepare for a Trip to South Africa in Summer 2010. - January 14, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization Holds Healthy Lifestyle Event: the Natural Way to Kickstart 2010
Date: Thursday January 14, 2010; Time: 7:00pm; Location: TokyoEnglishLifeline(TELL) Community Center Minami Aoyama; Price: ¥3000 for members, ¥6000 for guests. January meeting speakers August Hergesheimer and Susie Rucker, are experts at weight loss, detox, and anti-aging tips that fit with the fast pace of Tokyo life. - January 12, 2010 - FEWJapan
Fairfax Arts Coalition for Education Rally Tuesday, January 12th
FACE, or the Fairfax Arts Coalition for Education, will hold a rally to protect Band and String programs in Fairfax County Public Schools. FACE Boosters will release compelling research by researcher and music advocate, John Benham, in support of Fine Arts programs in schools. Everyone who has ever been associated with these programs has been invited to attend. - January 10, 2010 - Fairfax Arts Coalition for Education
Animal Disaster Response Training in Auburn on March 6 and 7
Lamorinda DART urges people interested in becoming animal first responders to join them at the Noah's Wish training. This training satisfies most of the requirements for DART membership. - January 08, 2010 - Lamorinda DART
Portraits of Literacy: The Florida Literacy Coalition Announces Photo Contest
First annual Florida Literacy Coalition photo contest. - January 07, 2010 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Coffee and Contacts Women’s Power Networking Offers Monthly Power Lunch Series
"Effective Social Networking: Boosting Your Business and Brand Online Power Lunch” hosted by Raleigh-based Coffee and Contacts, features panelists Alice Osborn, Eileen Batson, Olalah Njenga and Marilyn Shannon, Jan. 8, 2010 at Brio Tuscan Grille in Raleigh. - January 03, 2010 - Women's Power Networking
Jackthedonkey.com, a Social Network Where Supporting Charities & Causes Happens Freely & Regularly
JackTheDonkey.com, a new social network turning "click-for-revenue" into "click-for-a-cause," donates dollars for pics and “deep thoughts” to charities people care about to the tune of 1.1 cents every impression….and that’s just the beginning. - December 20, 2009 - JackTheDonkey.com
The Purple Heart Project: New Charity Provides Free Life Coaching for Wounded Veterans
The Purple Heart Project today announced free life coaching for wounded veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. - December 17, 2009 - The Purple Heart Project
HSBCAMPS Brings Pros and Youths Together for Basketball and Better Communities
Youth Basketball Camp Dribbles into Local Markets in Summer 2010 with a Non-Profit in its Line-Up - December 17, 2009 - HSBCAMPS
Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh Joins National Home-Building Effort in 2010
Funding awarded for one home in Oshkosh area and 2,000th home celebrated in Minnesota Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh learned recently that it has been awarded $58,000 to build one home in Oshkosh. This grant, providing 65 percent of the cost of construction, comes from Minneapolis-based Thrivent... - December 17, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of Oshkosh
Celebrate In Pink™ Launches Affiliate Program
Celebrate in Pink™, the sole provider of pink ribbon partyware, introduces an Affiliate Program that offers unique products that are sure to stimulate sales and at the same time promote socially responsible partying that leads to a greater good. - December 16, 2009 - Celebrate in Pink,LLC
Faces of Hunger Presents Student Film Contest at Action Center to End World Hunger, NYC Where Winners Will be Announced
Palms for Life Fund (*), will be holding a public screening to choose the winners of the 2009 Faces of Hunger in America film contest on December 21, from 3 to 5pm, at the Action Center to End World Hunger in Battery Park, New York City. In attendance will be Master of Ceremonies Xenia Siamas,... - December 16, 2009 - Palms For Life Fund
Gospel Forth Raises Money to Further the Gospel for Free
New Christian website allows visitors to give money to further the Gospel of Jesus Christ for free - simply by clicking. - December 14, 2009 - Gospel Forth
Rainforest Alliance Join Forces with Gap Adventures and Planeterra to Promote Responsible Business Practices
New Partnership to Expand Opportunities for Sustainable Tourism Companies in Costa Rica. - December 14, 2009 - Planeterra Foundation
Family Service Kicks Off Annual Holiday Giving Drive
Family Service’s Holiday Giving Drive is officially underway and will run until December 18. 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 12, 2009 - Family Service
The Unsilent Night Comes to Dallas
For the first time in its seventeen years of existence, Phil Kline’s “Unsilent Night” will take place on Tuesday, December 22 at both 7 PM and 8:30 PM in front of the Backbeat Café & Listening Room in downtown Dallas. Event details and extensive information can be found... - December 11, 2009 - Unsilent Night Dallas
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization Holds End of Year Event: FEW Jazzy Nights and Twinkling Lights
Date: Thursday December 10, 2009; Time: 7:00pm; Location: Stellato Restaurant Shirokanedai; Price: ¥5000 for members, ¥8000 for guests; It's FEWJapan's end of year celebration. FEW, was founded in 1981 by two foreign female entrepreneurs wishing to create a professional and social network empowering women in Tokyo. FEW has evolved tremendously since then. - December 09, 2009 - FEWJapan
Medical Marijuana Patient Activist Cheryl Shuman Named Executive Director for Beverly Hills NORML
Public acceptance of pot is at an all-time high, and the fact that women have drastically changed their attitudes may be what is most fascinating about the sea change in public opinion -- and policy -- regarding marijuana. In 2005, only 32 percent of polled women told Gallup they approved legalizing pot, but this year 44 percent of them were for it, compared to 45 percent of men. In effect, women have narrowed what had been a 12-point gender gap. - December 09, 2009 - Beverly Hills NORML90210.org
AmpleHarvest.org Site Now Helps the Hungry Find United Way 2-1-1 Resources
Connecting the Hungry with Local Food Assistance and Other Resources - December 05, 2009 - AmpleHarvest.org
The University of Toledo Chooses Agilon's Fundraising and Fund Accounting Solution
The University of Toledo will partner with Agilon to upgrade its alumni, fundraising, and financial information systems to improve information flow and maximize efficiency across multiple business units. - December 04, 2009 - Agilon, LLC.
Voluntourism Travelers’ Donations Raise Funds for a New Haven for Children Threatened by Homelessness and Poverty in Cuzco, Peru
Planeterra’s “Project Cuzco Kids” Will Provide Volunteer Opportunities for Adventure Tour Participants Exploring Peru's Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley. - December 03, 2009 - Planeterra Foundation
Lamorinda CERT and DART Announce February 2010 Training
Lamorinda CERT and DART announce the dates for their February Basic CERT Training. Participants will become disaster first responders, ready to assist local emergency responders in case of a disaster. CERT graduation is a requirement for participation in the Lamorinda DART training later this year. - December 03, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
A Call for National Unity Among African Americans Author of "the Black-Print" Makes an Appeal to African Americans
The lack of unity among African Americans is the major reason for the many ills that afflict our people and our communities. The disheartening truth is that many African Americans do not see themselves as one race of people. According to a survey by the Pew Research Center in 2007 titled “Optimism about Black Progress Declines – Blacks See Growing Values Gap Between Poor and Middle Class”... - November 23, 2009 - Going Beyond The Dream
Family Service Provides a Virtual Connection for Donors This Thanksgiving
Family Service recently kicked off their annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive for individuals and families in need. This year, along with collecting frozen turkeys and sides, they added a brand new Virtual Food Drive to the mix to make it easy for donors to make a difference. - November 15, 2009 - Family Service
North County Homeless Kids Walk for the ‘Slum Dogs’ of India
One would think an organization who is solving family homelessness for North County, San Diego would have enough to worry about; daily to-do lists, organization meetings, community outreach and of course solving family homelessness for 60 families in their Solutions University. However, when it... - November 14, 2009 - North County Solutions for Change
Special Olympics Invites Supporters to 8th Annual Gala and Live Auction
Special Olympics Northern California will hold its 8th annual fundraising gala on Nov.13, 2009 at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco. Presented by Chevron Corp., the Spirit of the Season gala will help raise money for sports equipment, training and competition in 2010. More than 13,000... - November 11, 2009 - Special Olympics Northern California