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Growing Home Receives Renewal of Blue Ribbon Affiliation for Parents as Teachers
Parents as Teachers recognizes Growing Home’s program alignment with the evidence-based national model, inclusive of stellar data collection and impact documentation processes. - October 26, 2022 - Growing Home
Golf Tournaments Are Booming & Orange County Golf Events is Helping Organizations Along the West Coast to Navigate Their Planning Details
The event industry is flourishing, and rightfully so following two brutal years of planning hiatuses that crippled the economy. People are eager to get back to a sense of normalcy and are seeking out human connection in the form of social gatherings, including concerts, festivals, and sporting... - October 20, 2022 - O.C. Golf Events
Wynona’s House, Essex County’s Child Advocacy Center, Holds 2022 Training and Workshops on Child Maltreatment; Free Multidisciplinary Team Response Training Event
The Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center proudly presented its 2022 Training and Workshops on Child Maltreatment featuring internationally recognized child abuse expert Michael Johnson at Montclair State University on October 11, 2022. - October 20, 2022 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Just Released: 31st and Final Book in Epic "Journey to the West" Series of Easy-to-Read Chinese Novels
After five years of intensive work, the writing team of Jeff Pepper and Dr. Xiao Hui Wang have finally published their entire 31-volume series of graded readers based on the classic Chinese novel, "Journey to the West." This is the largest and most ambitious project ever undertaken to create a series of graded readers for people learning the Chinese language. - October 13, 2022 - Imagin8 Press
Inaugural Family-Friendly Sweetwater 5K with Big Cash Prizes for First, Second and Third Place Overall Winners
Families from the tri-state area are encouraged to kick off Fall and race at Sweetwater Riverdeck and Marina, 2780 7th Ave., Sweetwater, NJ on Sunday, October 15 at 9:00AM. All proceeds of the Sweetwater 5K support Healthy Kids Running Series (HKRS) and The Hammonton Rotary. HKRS programs ensure... - October 13, 2022 - Healthy Kids Running Series
The Center for Adoption Support and Education Partners with the Baltimore City Department of Social Services to Host a Fund Day for Families
The Center of Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) ™ in partnership with the Baltimore City Department of Social Services (BCDSS) hosted a Family Fun Day on September 24, 2022, at 2923 E. Biddle Street, in Baltimore. To celebrate the Grand Opening of the BCDSS KinCare Center for... - October 10, 2022 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Black Children’s Book Author Debuts New “Coco LaBon Kids” Online Store
Coco LaBon, children’s book author, is excited to announce the debut of her new online store and brand, Coco LaBon Kids. The store is scheduled to open on Saturday, October 8, 2022. Coco LaBon Kids is an extension of her children's books, and the online store will showcase many new custom... - October 07, 2022 - Coco LaBon Kids
Code Ninjas Guelph is Investing Over $75,000 Into Their Guelph-Based Center to Assist Children in Learning and Development
Code Ninjas Guelph provides coding programs for kids to make it easy on parents with convenient drop-in hours on weeknights and weekends. Since opening in 2020, owners Pamela Pandit and Jaymin Pandit have expanded their offerings to provide programming relating to coding, robotics, 3D printing and now, laser printing as part of their suite of learning programs. - October 04, 2022 - Code Ninjas Guelph
St. John’s Lutheran School Named Apple Distinguished School
On Monday, October 3, St. John’s Lutheran School announced their official designation as an Apple Distinguished School, joining the small but prestigious ranks of like-minded technology focused schools who have partnered with Apple in their educational pursuits. - October 04, 2022 - St. John's Lutheran School
National Adoption Competency Mental Health Training Initiative Extended Federal Funding for Five Years
The Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) has been awarded a 5-year, $10 million Cooperative Agreement from the Children's Bureau (CB), Administration for Children, Youth and Families (ACYF), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Department of Health and Human Services... - October 03, 2022 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Irish American Partnership Announces $500,000 in Educational Grants on Leadership Mission
Bringing the leading transatlantic educational charity’s year-to-date grant disbursement to $1.2 million, the Partnership is celebrated at a reception in the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. - October 01, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
NatureKue Introduces TSupport with 5-Ling Formula – Herbal-Based Dietary Supplement Supports Children with Tourette Syndrome; Child Psychiatrist Praises Product
NatureKue's TSupport is a dietary supplement for children ages 5 to 18 with Tourette Syndrome whose parents want to provide everyday support to enable them to return to their normal, daily lives. - September 22, 2022 - NatureKue
Rose M. Johnson Named Woman of the Month for May 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. – Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Rose M. Johnson of Centennial, Colorado has been named as a Woman of the Month for May 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of healthcare. About Rose M. Johnson Rose M. Johnson is the... - September 20, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Thrift Store Re-Opens to Expand Food Bank Services
Due to unprecedented demand, The Stanwood Camano Food Bank (SCFBS) has expanded services to include relocating its thrift store across the street from the food bank on 102nd Ave. in Stanwood. The grand reopening of the thrift store (the former Loco Billys) is Tues., Sept. 20, 10 – 11... - September 19, 2022 - Stanwood Camano Food Bank
AG Morgan Financial Advisors Scholarship Available for Business Students in the US
New York Financial Firm AG Morgan Provides Funding for Future Finance Professionals. - September 15, 2022 - AG Morgan Scholarship
Building Block Resolutions Introduces Floreo’s Innovative Virtual Reality Platform to Teach Social, Behavioral, Communications and Life Skills
Becomes first Southern California-based ABA clinic to access Floreo’s pioneering behavioral therapy metaverse for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. - September 14, 2022 - Building Block Resolutions
Showroom for Black Emerging Designers - Official Grand Opening
Pink Maison, the prestigious luxury showroom that offers student designer scholarships and provide exposure to emerging designers, announced its official Grand Opening in Downtown Atlanta. - September 13, 2022 - Pink Maison
Military and Veteran Families Encouraged to Sign Up for Soldiers’ Angels Adopt-A-Family Program
Soldiers' Angels Holiday Adopt-A-Family program pairs eligible deployed military and veteran families with businesses and individuals who want to help them celebrate the holiday season. - September 08, 2022 - Soldiers' Angels
Vincent Camarda Scholarship for Finance Students Accepting Applications Now
Entrepreneur and Finance Professional Vincent Camarda Gives Back with His Scholarship Fund for Business Students. - September 08, 2022 - Vincent Camarda Scholarship
Helping Girls Attain Economic Sustainability in Rewarding Careers
Transportation & Construction GIRL Day™ is September 29, 2022, 8:30am – 1:00pm. Transportation & Construction GIRL (TCG) encourages young women to enter the industry of construction and transportation. This year’s event will be an outdoor and indoor event with interactive... - September 07, 2022 - HOYA Foundation
Forever14 Puts Out a Call for Teams, Volunteers and Sponsors for the Great Race to End Teen Suicide
Today, organizers of The Great Race to end teen suicide are calling for teams, volunteers and sponsors for the outdoor adventure event taking place on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 at the Sky Tavern Ski Area. This family fun event is open to people of all ages. - September 07, 2022 - Forever14.org
Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation Announces the Launch of Its Pediatric Development Outreach Program
On Friday August 24, 2022, The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate its launch of a new Pediatric Development Outreach Program designed to provide families with... - September 02, 2022 - Skyrocket Pediatric Therapy Foundation
"Bullying Causes Brain Damage": Science Shows It Can be Reversed, New Book Reveals
Abuse survivor and mother of a bullying victim uncovers latest neuroscience on pervasive societal harm. - September 01, 2022 - Bullied Brain
Orange County Wing Chun Kung Fu School to Open Bringing Ip Man and Bruce Lee's Lessons to All Ages
The Dragon Institute, a new Wing Chun Kung Fu school, will open in Lake Forest, CA, offering lessons rooted in the teachings of Ip Man and Bruce Lee. It will hold its Grand Opening on Saturday, September 10 at 1pm. The Dragon Institute will have classes for children, teens and adults. - August 31, 2022 - Adam Williss Martial Arts
2022 Denali Dash Raises Record $175,000 for Seattle Children’s Hospital
Tech Company, its partners, and the community honor kids like Malachi Stohr. - August 30, 2022 - Denali Advanced Integration
Small Town Native African-American Physician Gives Back to Community with New Nonprofit
Dr. Tanika Long, a Barnesville native, has founded a new nonprofit organization, Full Circle of H.O.P.E., Inc.(FCOH) to help the community of Barnesville, GA/Lamar County. In this area, ~20% of people live in poverty, and the household income is directly proportional to the education level achieved. The purpose of FCOH is to positively impact the educational, social, spiritual, and physical lives of African American and other disadvantaged, marginalized students in Barnesville, GA/Lamar County. - August 23, 2022 - Full Circle Of Hope, Inc.
Moderna, Inc. CEO Stéphane Bancel, Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO David Solomon, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper, Among 2022 Mentors for Jeff Ubben Posse Fellows Program
Moderna, Inc. CEO Stéphane Bancel, Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO David Solomon, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper, Americares President and CEO Christine Squires, and Redfin President and CEO Glenn Kelman will each host and mentor a member of the fifth cohort of Jeff Ubben Posse Fellows in... - August 11, 2022 - The Posse Foundation
The 13th Annual Shyne Awards Recognize Outstanding Teens Who Are Making an Impact in Their Communities
The Shyne Awards Foundation, a non-profit organization that recognizes the positive achievements of young people, will host their signature annual event, “The Shyne Awards,” a premier national awards ceremony that celebrates the positive achievements of young adults between the ages of 13-24 throughout the United States. - July 14, 2022 - The Shyne Network
Save the Children of Ukraine Fundraiser
A fundraiser to raise funds for Poland welcomes refugee center in Poland. - July 13, 2022 - Chef Roc Productions
Micron Technology & STE(A)M Truck Host a Free 2-Day Technology Camp at Big Brothers Big Sisters Metro Atlanta
STE(A)M Truck is excited to partner with Micron Technology to deliver the first ever Atlanta-based Chip Camp, a free 2 day STEM camp for students from the Atlanta area. Micron Technology has hosted Chip Camp for the past 20 years at their U.S. headquarters in Boise, Idaho and STE(A)M Truck is... - July 12, 2022 - STE(A)M Truck
Hispanic Unity of Florida Receives $100,000 Grant from Share Our Strength to Promote the Child Tax Credit and Support Extended Tax Services
No-Cost, Expert Tax Preparation - Including Amended Returns – for Eligible Individuals in Broward County Through Mid-October - July 07, 2022 - Hispanic Unity of Florida
Healthy Kids Running Series Launches "Flavor Dash" with Celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo Jr.
A New Online Video Series Showcasing Easy & Healthy Recipes for Busy Families - July 06, 2022 - Healthy Kids Running Series
Christ Church’s Signature Annual Gathering Welcomes Thousands for Prayerfest 2022
A day-long prayer and worship festival for the nation and world. - July 06, 2022 - Christ Church USA
Husson University Pharmacy Camp to Give Students a Taste of Professional and University Life
A pharmacy summer camp will run from July 18 – 20, 2022 at Husson University’s Bangor campus. The three-day camp gives high school students an opportunity to experience what it means to be a professional pharmacist. Educational modules focused on laboratory skills, compounding, patient counseling, hospital pharmacies, and pharmacy-related careers will be offered in a hands-on learning environment. - July 06, 2022 - Husson University
Veteran's Son with TBI Featured in SHIFT Magazine After Writing Children's Book
Veteran's Son Writes Children's Book After Auto Accident. - July 04, 2022 - Shift Magazine
Celeste 2022 Midterm Election, Author Claudette Milner Publishes Her Analysis of the Critical Issues Facing This Country
Claudette Milner releases two editions from her Forgiven of Our Transgressions series entitled "Forgiven of Our Transgressions: Karen, Attack on Our Children" and "Forgiven of Our Transgressions: No Path to Citizenship." The Forgiven of Our Transgressions series has 28 Editions and is Available on Amazon US, UK, AU, CA, DE, FR, NL, JP, BR, ES, MX, SE, PL for purchase. - June 27, 2022 - Claudette Milner
Foundation Supporting Indigenous Students to Return a Half-Million Dollars to a Catholic Organization
The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation Board Chair, Tony Williams, plans to announce the Board’s decision to return the $500,000 endowment to the Sisters of Saint Anne and terminate the 4.5-year-long relationship. In his announcement, Tony Williams will explain his Board’s decision... - June 24, 2022 - Verna J. Kirkness Foundation
Heart to Heart with Adoptees
Adoptees and their discovering their identity. - June 24, 2022 - Adoptions From The Heart
Tra Publishing to Release "The Rare, Tiny Flower," by Kitty O’Meara
A picture book that follows the success of her viral poem and best-selling book about the pandemic. - June 23, 2022 - Tra Publishing
Mother Shares Harrowing Story on How Her Child Overcame Abuse: Wynona’s House’s Latest Family Success Story Gives Hope to Other Families to Overcome Child Abuse
With June being recognized as Children's Awareness Month, Wynona’s House Child Advocacy Center is sharing the story of a local family who has benefitted from Wynona’s House’s services. To ensure the family’s privacy, this family success story has been provided anonymously. - June 23, 2022 - Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center
Detroit-Local Marc Davis Publishes New Children's Book, "Finding Nylah's Superpowers," to Help Children Find Their Superpower
Finding Nylah’s Superpowers is a funny, compelling, and accessible story that teaches young children about self-worth, bravery, and celebrating their differences. - June 20, 2022 - Marc Davis
AfroBrainiac Media, Inc. Launches Ed-Tech Company to Transform S.T.E.A.M. Education
The company combines Afrofuturism and digital technology to engage a new, diverse generation of S.T.E.A.M. learners. - June 19, 2022 - AfroBrainiac Media, Inc.
Skate Buds Fitness Camp Drastically Improves Youth Fitness Levels Through Innovative & Engaging Programming
In October 2021, The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Clubs of Atlanta contracted the consulting services of Aaron Johnson, a self-proclaimed kids’ fitness guru, to improve their students' results on the National Youth Fitness Assessment. Participants were organized into three groups according... - June 16, 2022 - Aaron Johnson Fitness Club International
Art of the Americas Presented at Florida International University
Twenty-four scholars around the globe and a myriad of world-class artists collaborated with a South Florida art teacher to reach out to children with art from their cultures (Cuba, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Guatemala, Venezuela, Colombia, Chile, Peru, Brazil, Argentina, and the United States). - June 14, 2022 - Rebecca Hinson Publishing
Free Digital Summer Camp from GIGIL STEM Kits
GIGIL offers free online digital summer camp complete with a DIY STEM Challenge, STEM Kit bundles, and free educational resources. - June 14, 2022 - GIGL
Chocolate Gift Box of Treats for Every Occasion
The Chocolate Spectrum Café and Academy, a retail and wholesale operation that trains and employs individuals with special needs, has just launched a new line of chocolate gift boxes, Gift Box of Treats for Every Occasion. These Gift Boxes include Chocolate Treats: Fudge, decorated chocolate bars, truffles, molded chocolates, chocolate covered Oreos and chocolate covered pretzel rods. These items are presented in a smart and sturdy thematically-colored gift box with a colorful label. - June 10, 2022 - The Chocolate Spectrum
Race Unity Day Conference Announced
The Bahá'ís of Scottsdale will be hosting a conference themed “Social Transformation and Promoting Race Amity in Education.” - June 09, 2022 - The Bahá'ís of Scottsdale
Sarah Appleman MS, OTR/L Releases Play With Your Food Sensory Processing Courses
Learn how to soothe children with sensory processing disorders through downloadable courses. - June 07, 2022 - Play With Your Food
Local Authors Kim Childress and Barbara Herndon Among Guests Slated for Reading Rocks in Rockford 2022 Annual Book Event at Krause Memorial Library
Reading Rocks in Rockford celebrates the love of reading and Michigan authors and illustrators of books for all ages in Author's Row. Local authors Kim Childress and Barbara Herndon team to share and sign children's books including Herndon's latest picture book, You're the Hugs to My Kisses, and Find Your Future In Art, by Childress. - May 28, 2022 - Childress Ink
Workout to Save Lives - Liam's Life WOD
May 25, gyms around the world do Liam’s workout in honor of 15-month Liam Kowal who was killed by a drunk driver. Over 100 gyms worldwide participating in the workout in 2022; from gyms in southern California, like Krav Maga Worldwide, Crossfit Horsepower, Crossfit to the Core, Crossfit Coveted, Crossfit Downtown Santa Ana, to gyms all over the US and throughout parts of Europe. - May 25, 2022 - Liams Life Foundation