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Drug-Free Tennessee Partnering for Prevention
Drug-Free Tennessee just participated in the Partners in Prevention 2018 Statewide Conference, spreading drug prevention initiatives that other organizations can use. - June 01, 2018 - Drug Free South
New Cookbook by Judy Kohl Serves Up Healthy Recipes to Make with Children
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new book that aims to introduce healthy eating habits to children in a way that is both fun and engaging. The entertaining and creative story teaches children about preparing foods, eating healthy and the importance of exercising. - May 30, 2018 - Dog Ear Publishing
Distance Teaching and Mobile Learning is Using AI to Fight Digital Injustice
The second paragraph of the United States Declaration of Independence starts that all man are created equal. Almost 250 years later it is still not the world we are living in today. There are many inequalities and access to education is one of them. Without proper access to learning materials many children are in a disadvantaged position. With the recent advancements in the artificial intelligence, machine learning and natural language processing there is an opportunity to address that. - May 29, 2018 - Distance Teaching and Mobile Learning
Community Rallies Behind Childhood Leukemia Warrior for a Blood Drive on June 2nd, Clifton Middle School Monrovia, CA
Monrovia Unified School District along with the Red Cross have committed to hold a large scale blood drive located at “Clifton Middle School” on Saturday, June 2nd 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This blood drive will be held in the name of James Speranta and the Children’s Leukemia and Cancer Unit at the “City Of Hope.” - May 28, 2018 - James Speranta Foundation
HomeAid Colorado to Collect Over 500,000 Diapers for Homeless Families
HomeAid Colorado is collecting diapers, wipes and formula for the Essentials for Young Lives drive. This year, the drive is expected to collect 500,000 diapers wipes and formula for homeless families and will be distributed directly to them on June 8, 2018 at Mile High Stadium, 10 a.m - 2 p.m. - May 26, 2018 - HomeAid Colorado
Skatepark Non-Profit in Pequannock Sets Goal of $100,000 for Phase One of a Concrete Skatepark
Pequannock Skatepark Association, a non-profit 501C3, launched a fundraising campaign to raise $100,000 for a phase one of a concrete skatepark Designed by Pillar Design Studios. On February 27th, Pillar Design Studios presented the design for a concrete skatepark in Pequannock, NJ. Pillar Design... - May 26, 2018 - Pequannock Skatepark Association
Drug-Free Tennessee Participates at Event for Recovery Congregations
Drug-Free Tennessee is the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, and just participated in a Recovery Congregations event with the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. - May 26, 2018 - Drug Free South
Society Failing Foster Youth Despite Uptick in College Programs, Report by Watchdog Non-Profit First Star Institute
First nationwide study of over 600 public 4-year colleges finds inadequate services, aid. - May 24, 2018 - First Star Institute
Now on Kickstarter: Spring in Sakuragaoka, an Original Work of Art by Award-Winning Kick-Heart Anime Background Artist, AYMRC
Well known for his collaborations with award-winning director and animator, Masaaki Yuasa, AYMRC’s pop-anime-style artwork now enters the puzzling world. - May 23, 2018 - Playing Grounded Ltd.
Denali Advanced Integration Partners with The Seattle Storm to Introduce Special "Birds Nest" Section of KeyArena
The "Birds Nest," presented by Denali, will host local non-profits who align with the mission and values of both organizations, allowing low-income families and groups to attend Seattle Storm games. - May 17, 2018 - Denali Advanced Integration
The Mighty Oak Youth Project Launches to Improve Access to Soccer for Area Youth
The Mighty Oak Youth Project is a new nonprofit organization based in Ann Arbor with an aim to increase accessibility and engagement in soccer for the youth of Washtenaw County. Through its cooperation with area youth clubs, TMOYP will provide scholarships for club soccer for families in need. The program has an initial goal of raising $10,000 for scholarships to be provided for the 2018/19 soccer season. - May 15, 2018 - The Mighty Oak Youth Project
CCHR Nashville Joins Protest in New York Against Electroshocking of Children
Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Nashville (CCHR Nashville) wants Tennessee law amended to outlaw electroshock, especially on children. - May 12, 2018 - CCHR Nashville
Vik Ghai Joins Child Advocates’ Board of Directors
Monte Sereno resident Vik Ghai, Co-Founder, CTO, and Board member at Quantum Secure, part of HID Global has joined the Board of Directors at Child Advocates of Silicon Valley. Vik brings a wealth of business and technology experience to Child Advocates. As an entrepreneur, adviser, and investor in... - May 11, 2018 - Child Advocates of Silicon Valley
Nicole E. Vick Honored as a VIP Member for 2018 by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Nicole E. Vick of Avon, Illinois has been honored as a VIP Member for 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. VIP Members exemplify tenacity. They realize that in order to reach... - May 09, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Football Quarterback Recognized for Her Courage; Diversity Non-Profit Rewards Those Who Follow Their Passion
Bailey McQuarrie, a 15 year old sophomore at Seabreeze High School in Daytona Beach, FL has received the BE Courageous award from Beyond Equality, Inc., a diversity non-profit. - May 01, 2018 - Beyond Equality Inc.
Schoolhouse Rock Meets Hip-Hop: Grammy Nominated Rap-Producer Rekindles the Legacy of Bob Dorough
Just as Bob Dorough passed away this week, his “I’m Just a Bill” received another few decades of life thanks to Multi-Platinum, Grammy Nominated Producer Kevin “Khao” Cates who has written a sequel to “I’m Just a Bill” in the catchy Hip-Hop style from... - May 01, 2018 - Kevin “Khao” Cates
2313, Inc. Raises Money for Operation Smile in Charity Volleyball Tournament
2313, Inc. plays for a good cause and walks away with the trophy. Teaming up with local companies and members of the community to raise over $2000 for Operation Smile. - April 30, 2018 - 2313, Inc.
Pinwheels for Child Abuse Awareness
An average of 3600 human trafficking cases occur in Georgia yearly - too many of them are kids. The Church of Scientology with Interfaith Children's Movement want to make all of Georgia aware, in order to end Child trafficking. - April 27, 2018 - Church of Scientology Atlanta
HomeAid Colorado Dedicates EFAA’s 16th Street Transitional Housing with 5 New Units to Stabilize Homeless Families with Children
5 unit, 30-bed project made possible by the in-kind work of HomeAid Colorado and William Lyon Homes, the city and county of Boulder, State of Colorado and individual donors to serve homeless families with children in Boulder, Colorado. - April 26, 2018 - HomeAid Colorado
TotalABA Announces Strategic Alliance with Digital Health Forward
TotalABA, a leader in providing Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) software for helping people with autism spectrum disorders, is proud to announce a strategic alliance with Digital Health Forward. “The Digital Health Forward team has an extensive understanding of the current healthcare... - April 25, 2018 - TotalABA
Empowering Moms Everywhere "Being Happy Raising Happy"
Award winning book, "Being Happy, Raising Happy: The Empowered Mom’s Guide to Helping Her Spirited Child Bloom," by Maureen Lake, helps families design a wellness program that fits their lifestyle. It helps readers take the first step towards the start of their new journey by handing them the tools to revitalize their mind, body, and spirit. - April 24, 2018 - Maureen Lake, LLC
Dr. Brandon Martin Appointed New President and CEO of Home Field 4 Champions/L.A.
Home Field 4 Champions has announced the appointment of Dr. Brandon Martin as their new President and CEO. He assumed responsibilities on April 23, 2018. - April 24, 2018 - Home Field 4 Champions
PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance Hosts 12th Annual TS Family Camp
“We’re All in This Together” is the theme of the 12th Annual Tourette Syndrome Family Camp June 8-10, 2018 hosted by the PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance. Scheduled to be held at Black Rock Retreat in Quarryville, PA, this yearly camp has separate tracks for children and their parents/guardians. - April 19, 2018 - PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance, Inc.
Newly-Launched Toy, Dough Dots!™ Helps Preschoolers Create Worlds of Fun with Play, a Ball, and Dough
Dough Dots!™ gives nimble little hands a way to play with dough and keep it in an easily opened container that’s a toy in itself. - April 18, 2018 - United Pacific Designs, Inc.
Mascot Books Has Announced the Debut Children's Book from Local Raleigh Author, Kristin Lacy-Locklear Greene
Mascot Books announces the release of "The Ogurt Shop" by Kristin LL Greene. - April 18, 2018 - Kristin Greene, Author The Ogurt Shop
Join the Hammond Police and Operation Kidsafe for Free Child Safety Days
Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Events are happening all across the U.S. and Canada. An event has been scheduled for your area. Parents get a free Amber Alert ready form. As a part of Bill Hood Ford Lincoln Safety Month, Operation Kidsafe will be in Hammond. - April 18, 2018 - Operation Kidsafe
IndieGo Publishing Announces the Release of "Joy Bliss This: A Teacher’s Journey," by William Quigley
“Joy Bliss This: A Teacher’s Journey,” by William Quigley, published by IndieGo Publishing, is the story of the people and events that have impacted the author’s journey as a teacher. He shares his story with soul-baring honesty, his failures as well as his joys and successes. In doing so, he hopes to provide a better understanding of kids, teaching, and education at a time when communities are struggling to define what makes these great - kids, and the ways we nurture and educate them. - April 17, 2018 - INDIEGO Publishing
Playworld Pictures' Young Adult Novel "Lost in Time" Inspires Youth to Learn About World History
Playworld Pictures, an award-winning feature film and television production company, will focus on young adult literature in 2018. CEO and Producer, William Garcia, a 30 year veteran of journalism, filmmaking, and television will bring his Suncoast Emmy award-winning talent to young adult fiction... - April 17, 2018 - Playworld Pictures
IDI Consulting Supports the Pittsburgh March for Babies, a March of Dimes Signature Fundraiser
IDI Consulting is pleased to announce its silver sponsorship of the Pittsburgh March for Babies, a March of Dimes event. The event is being held on April 22nd, 2018 at Heinz Field with proceeds going towards research, education and programs that will improve the health of moms and babies. The... - April 17, 2018 - IDI Consulting
A New Elephant Hero is Born! Presented by World Castle Publishing
Adorable, sweet, and just lovable! Meet Thunder, A baby elephant, that is touching the hearts of viewers throughout the internet with a series of 30-second animation shorts. Thunder the elephant and his animal friends are sure to make a mark as they teach our children about the dangers these majestic creatures face every day. - April 16, 2018 - World Castle Publishing, LLC
Girl Group Enterprises 2018 Summer Camp Provides Arts, Activities and Tools for Calming Anxiety
Girl Group Summer Camp is a two-week program dedicated to helping girls explore new ways of calming and communicating. Recognizing that there are multiple ways of knowing, each day of camp is structured around the Girl Group framework of Think, Write, Talk, Do, Be. Daily rituals incorporate the five senses and encourage mindfulness, flexibility and compassion. - April 16, 2018 - Girl Group Enterprises
Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts Hires New Artistic Director, Robyn Henderson Keller, to Launch Pre-Professional Ballet Program
Dallas Academy of Music and Performing Arts (DAMPA) Conservatory and Academics Program welcomes Robyn Henderson Keller as new artistic director. Keller, a Dallas native and former professional ballet dancer, will lead the new Pre-Professional Ballet Program, designed for ballet students who are... - April 13, 2018 - Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts
Plant Five for Life Launches Pilot Program at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC
Plant Five for Life will pilot its first program planting five native trees as a gift to every child born at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC this April, Arbor Day month. A total of 5,000 trees will be planted for 1,000 newborns. The Plant Five for Life community network of partners, including... - April 11, 2018 - Plant Five for Life
Vital Literacy Program, Experience Corps Bay Area, Faces Funding Gap -- April 29 Recognition Event to Raise Awareness and Funds
Aspiranet’s Experience Corps Bay Area literacy program is facing a critical funding gap that threatens the program’s ability to serve Bay Area students in need. Community members are invited to support and celebrate ECBA’s success at the upcoming “From Readers to Leaders” event, April 29 hosted by GitHub at their headquarters in San Francisco. - April 11, 2018 - Aspiranet
Hearts Stretch to Make Room for Blended Family in Award-Winning Memoir by Niki Tschirgi
“Stretch-mark My Heart” is the latest book released by Dog Ear Publishing to earn the company’s Award of Literary Excellence. The memoir describes one couple’s experience of building a family through adoption. - April 09, 2018 - Dog Ear Publishing
The Akshaya Patra Foundation Appoints Nutritionist Ms. Divya Sathyaraj as Its Goodwill Ambassador
The Akshaya Patra Foundation has appointed Ms. Divya Sathyaraj as its Goodwill Ambassador. Her participation is an expression of her interest to serve children. - April 08, 2018 - The Akshaya Patra Foundation
Victoria McGrath Foundation Launches in Time for Boston Marathon Bombing Anniversary
Five years after she was injured in the Boston Marathon bombing, and two years after her tragic death in a car accident, Victoria McGrath’s family is launching a foundation dedicated to “opening doors and uplifting lives.” The foundation will support causes Victoria was passionate about including caring for children with disabilities, refugee children, and veterans and their families. - April 06, 2018 - Victoria McGrath Foundation
Allstate Brings Free Operation Kidsafe Event to San Diego
Join Allstate and Agent Doug Eisold for a fun filled family event with food, activities and first responders with tips on how to keep you and your family safe. Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Events are happening all across the U.S. and Canada. An event has been scheduled for your area. - April 06, 2018 - Operation Kidsafe
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Makes Plans for Summer 2018
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee is preparing for a summer of events, beginning in June for World Environment Day. - April 06, 2018 - The Way to Happiness
Lend a Hand Uganda - USA Hosts Its Fourth Annual "Night on the Nile" Fundraising Gala
All proceeds will go towards the construction of a private kitchen and cafeteria at Ggangu Heritage Primary School to further streamline the existing lunch program. - April 04, 2018 - Lend a Hand Uganda USA
Old Louisville is Celebrating the 7th Annual Springfest in Toonerville Trolley Park on May 19
Springfest is Old Louisville's biggest springtime festival and neighborhood market and is always free and open to the general public. Springfest kicks off at 10 a.m. and rocks, eats, and shops until 9 p.m. - April 04, 2018 - Toonerville Neighborhood Association
The Law Office of Michael D. Waks Announces Annual Essay Contest for Students Living with a Disability
The Law Office of Michael D. Waks announced its Third Annual Essay Contest to help Students Living with a Disability. The contest focuses on students who face unique challenges in attaining higher education and achieving career goals while living with a disability. - April 04, 2018 - Long Beach Personal Injury Lawyer & Car Accident Attorney Michael D. Waks
Drug-Free Tennessee to Host Workshop on Education Materials
Drug-Free Tennessee is preparing for International Day Against Drug Abuse with several educational events culminating in a training workshop about keeping young people away from drugs. - April 04, 2018 - Drug Free South
Get Involved Company Helps The Children’s Center Raise Awareness of Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month
April 2018 is Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in Wyoming & Susquehanna Counties. - March 30, 2018 - Get Involved Company
Florida Company on a Triple Bottom Line Social Impact Mission in Agriculture
Growmor, LLC is a newly formed sustainable agriculture and education company in Florida on a social impact mission. Not only does Growmor seek to bring flavor and variety back into your diet they also seek to empower the under-utilized through Agrication - agricultural education. They say their... - March 28, 2018 - Growmor
"The Keeper of Fire" by Davina Marie Liberty Now Available; In New YA Novel Young Girl Escapes Abuser – in a Metaphor
"The Keeper of Fire" reveals a fantasy story written because of child abuse. - March 27, 2018 - Liberty Reads
Bridges of Indiana Celebrates World Autism Day April 2, 2018
Bridges of Indiana (State-Wide) and Bridges Autism Therapies in Evansville will recognize World Autism Day on April 2, 2018. Bridges invites clients, families, guardians, care team members, community members and other interested parties to its offices in Evansville, Indianapolis, Terre Haute,... - March 27, 2018 - Bridges US
Discover Where Adventure Begins at The Gateway Family YMCA Summer Day Camp Open House
YMCA Summer Day Camp keeps youth moving, learning and exploring. - March 27, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Sundra Michele Bauman, CEO Chosen as a Woman of Distinction by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Sundra Michele Bauman, CEO of Phoenix, Arizona has been chosen as a Woman of Distinction by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. Each quarter we choose four women for our distinction... - March 24, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Mayor Tom Bradley 100th Anniversary Stand Up and Walk It Out Rally Joins Forces with the Women’s March & March for Our Lives in Support of the 17 Murders in Parkland, FL
Today, the Collaborative Expansion, producer of the Mayor Tom Bradley 100th Anniversary Celebration, announced its Stand Up and Walk It Out Rally slated for March 24, 2018, at Grand Park, 200 N Grand Ave, 90012, in downtown Los Angeles. Collaborative Expansion has joined forces as the Mayor Tom... - March 21, 2018 - Collaborative Expansion