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Morehouse Athletics Trains with Metric Mate
Morehouse College Basketball and Volleyball teams use Alumni-Founded Metric Mate to Fuel Runs Toward History. - February 26, 2022 - Metric Mate
Jeanne Ziobro Joins PATHS Program LLC as Chief Product Officer
PATHS Program LLC announced the hiring of Jeanne Ziobro as chief product officer. Ziobro joins the company to expand its suite of social emotional learning (SEL) product offerings. Ziobro will identify problems in the educational SEL market, develop a product vision and strategy, and create partnerships and resources to enable hybrid curriculum delivery methods. - February 26, 2022 - PATHS Program LLC
FOXG1 Research Foundation Hosts Napa Valley Charity Golf Tournament to Accelerate Research for Pediatric Neurological Disorder
Scientists believe FOXG1 may hold the key to unlocking brain disorders affecting millions, including autism, Alzheimer’s, brain tumors and more. - February 23, 2022 - FOXG1 Research Foundation
Girls Ignited: Changemakers Summit 2022
Free virtual fireside chat and Q&A with girls and young women who are founders, entrepreneurs, activists, or in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) field and 25 years old and under. - February 23, 2022 - Merrill Keating
220 Media & Marketing Announces New Publication from Casey Morris, PhD Illustrates Equity and Equality for Our Younger Generations
Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. Equality. These might be tough words for children ages six years through twelve years old. But are they? - February 19, 2022 - 220 Media and Marketing
New Public Art in Santa Ana, California
On Sunday February 6th community artists revealed a new mural added to Fairview and Edinger, The Heavy Artist announced a gift to the community of Santa Ana. “Bending time and space” is located at the new “El Dorados BBQ.” The artists partnered with a local business owner to create a mural that would help bring more art and culture to the area. - February 12, 2022 - The Heavy
Big Changes Coming to the Youth Esports Industry
The North American Esports League was founded to create an opportunity for Elementary and Middle School Aged gamers to play each other in a competitive environment. Players compete in Team Esports Seasons with 8 weeks of matches and 2 weeks of playoffs which lead to the Esports World Series annually to decide who is the best in North America. - February 10, 2022 - North American Esports League
Sex Trafficking Statistics 2022 Worldwide (Bedbible.com Reveals)
Bedbible.com spent 2 months doing an in-depth report about worldwide sex trafficking. They gathered data from 172 countries, and analyzed 109,216 identified victims. - February 10, 2022 - Bedbible.com
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Luis A. Miranda Jr., Ed. Sec. Cardona Honor First Winners of Full-Tuition Posse Arts Scholarships to Bard, CalArts, and UNCSA at Awards Ceremony
Twenty-seven high school seniors have learned they will be attending college on full-tuition art scholarships totaling $5.2 million as participants in the new Posse Arts Program. Selected from public high schools in New York, Puerto Rico and cities across the country, the program’s inaugural... - January 27, 2022 - The Posse Foundation
New Middle Grade Book "Raven, Romda and Ravai: The Dark Beast" by Dave Maruszewski Presents a Fantasy World for the Antsy Reader
"Raven, Romda and Ravai: The Dark Beast" will be released at stores, including Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Bookshop.org, Booktopia, Indigo, Kindle, thriftbooks and BookBaby, on 2/8/2022. This is a book geared towards middle grade readers that involves an action-filled (epic) fantasy plot. - January 27, 2022 - Dave Maruszewski
MIND 24-7 Opens Second Location to Provide Immediate Access to Behavioral Health Services
New Service Center in Mesa, Arizona will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - January 25, 2022 - MIND 24-7
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Luis A. Miranda Jr., Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona to Celebrate Inaugural Class of Posse Arts Scholarship Winners at Virtual Awards Ceremony
The Posse Arts Awards Ceremony will honor the Posse Arts Program’s inaugural class, recipients of $5.2 million in full-tuition college scholarships from Bard College, California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA). Conceived in collaboration with Lin-Manuel and the Miranda Family Fund, the Posse Arts initiative connects young artists from public high schools across the country to top arts-oriented colleges and universities. - January 21, 2022 - The Posse Foundation
Online Bar Mitzvah Prep School Launches
A New, Flexible Online Option for Boys to Prepare for their Bar Mitzvah. - January 10, 2022 - My Bar Mitzvah Prep School
Buddy Bear’s Musical Adventure + A Magical Show for Toddlers and Preschoolers Premieres Exclusively on Apple iTunes and Google Play
After much anticipation by kids and parents around the world, Buddy Bear Adventures LLC announces the release of new and completely original show, Buddy Bear’s Musical Adventure on iTunes and Google Play. - January 07, 2022 - Buddy Bear Adventures LLC
Dr. Claudette “Claudia” Antuña Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Claudette “Claudia” Antuña of Seattle, Washington has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of mental health counseling services. These important... - January 05, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
GiantLands Theme Park Will be a Game Park Built on a Groundbreaking Vision
Wonderfilled is bringing to life an entirely new kind of theme park experience. Called GiantLands, it will be an incredibly immersive gaming destination based on Wonderfilled’s game by the same name. GiantLands will be the first game park of its kind, based in Wisconsin. - January 01, 2022 - Wonderfilled, Inc.
Little Aiden Press Issues Call for Nominations for the Inaugural Self Ink It Awards
January 31 Entry Deadline; Eligibility Extended to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Self Published Authors; www.selfinkit.com - December 31, 2021 - Little Aiden Press
Scientology Nashville Bringing Holiday Cheer to Victims of Kentucky Tornadoes
The Nashville Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers are active when disasters strike to help rebuild and recover. - December 25, 2021 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Big Savannah Toy Drive Concludes with Finale Event for Coastal Children’s Advocacy Center
The Big Savannah Toy Drive collected toys for the children served by Coastal Children’s Advocacy Center (CCAC) from November 26 through December 17. The toy drive concluded with a finale event on Saturday, December 18. For the festive finale, Old Savannah Tours provided a trolley to pick up... - December 23, 2021 - The Eichholz Law Firm
Mi Casa Resource Center® Delivers Holiday Spirit to Westwood Neighborhood
Mi Casa Resource Center®, Denver Police Department, and FirstBank provide nearly 1200 toys to the local community. - December 21, 2021 - Mi Casa Resource Center
Waukesha Area Soccer Clubs United for a Cause
Five area soccer clubs (Pewaukee Sussex United, Strike FC, Wave S.C., Elmbrook United, and Milwaukee Sport Club) are joining together to raise funds for the victims and families of the Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy. Together, they are calling their efforts Waukesha Area Soccer Clubs United for... - December 20, 2021 - Pewaukee Sussex United
Journalist Returns to His Homeland for Two Days to Experience the Spiritual Transformations at World Youth Day
Just 48 hours. That’s all Armando Machado had to capture the spirit, the stories and the spiritual journeys of those attending World Youth Day Panama 2019. It had been decades since Machado had stepped foot in his home country. In “Two Days in Panama,” he tells the story of the pilgrims who traveled there to find sacred inspiration in the presence of Pope Francis. - December 18, 2021 - Bublish
New Fantasy Picture Book Release - "Eli and the Mystery of the Hallowshine Dragon" by Eve Cabanel from Twenty Two House Publishing
Artfully written by Eve Cabanel and lushly illustrated by Ekaterina Ilchenko, "Eli and the Mystery of the Hallowshine Dragon" is a wonderfully imaginative fantasy picture book about the magical strength of friendship and courage. “An inventive and nicely illustrated fantasy emphasizing determination, bravery, and magic.” -Kirkus Reviews - December 16, 2021 - Eve Cabanel
Robert and Michelle’s Annual Holiday Party Unites Hundreds, Raises $75K for Local Children in Foster Care
Robert and Michelle Holiday is a tradition that has grown from a gathering of friends to a gathering of friends and community dedicated to helping foster children, full of love and a passion to make a difference. - December 15, 2021 - Speak Up for Kids
GBDCEI Annual Winter Carnival for Teens and Homeless
On December 18, 2021, 2 pm-8 pm, GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute will Host a day of food, music, gifts for teens 12-18, and personal grooming services for the homeless. - December 15, 2021 - GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute
Author Amanda Esch-Cormier Pens New Children’s Picture Book
A mother, with hopes and dreams of her own, avows that none compares to the love of bringing a child into the world. In this tender affirmation of love, a mother invites her adored child to explore their own dreams in their wild and beautiful life. Author Amanda Esch-Cormier’s soulful text combined with serene painterly illustrations, evokes the endless and tender love of a mother and child in her beautiful new picture book Wild and Beautiful. - December 14, 2021 - Amanda Esch-Cormier
The Social Skills Center Now Serving All Children Around the World
Social Skills Center is pleased to announce their online coaching program is now available to children and adults throughout the world including North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. - December 10, 2021 - The Social Skills Center
Free Breakfast and Lunch Meals During Winter Break
ThruGuidance Inc. will be serving Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) meals to children during the winter break Monday thru Friday from December 20 to January 7, 2022. The meal service dates, locations, and service times are below. Anderson Munger Family YMCA 4301 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA... - December 10, 2021 - ThruGuidance Ministries, Inc.
Beyond Spots & Dots Delivers Hope to Less Fortunate Children Through Toys for Tots Program
Agency contributes to Toys for Tots for eighth consecutive year by collecting toys for the holiday season. - December 09, 2021 - Beyond Spots & Dots, Inc.
Journey of My Mother’s Son Podcast Host Releases Second Book
Author and podcast host, Dan Clouser has re-released his book, The Beauty of a Diamond, Through the Eyes of a Coach with ten additional chapters. - December 08, 2021 - The Journey of My Mother's Son
Homeinc Creates the Stefano Barbosa Secret Santa Toy Drive
Homeinc, a real estate company in Florida, has just kicked off the first annual Stefano Barbosa Secret Santa Toy Drive in loving memory of their friend and co-worker, Stefano Barbosa. Stefano loved all things Christmas and was an avid biker and Lego fanatic. Homeinc is requesting donations of new bikes, bike helmets and Legos. All donations will be party of Santa's Workshop for foster children in Broward County. - December 08, 2021 - Homeinc
IDI Consulting Gives Back to the Community in Seventh Annual Toys for Tots Drive
Local IT consulting company collects toys for less fortunate children. - December 08, 2021 - IDI Consulting
WriteTouch Consulting & Kimokeo Foundation Announce a 15-Grant Project Partnership to Create a Cultural Out-of-School Program for Fluent Hawaiian Speaking Youth
WriteTouch Consulting and Kimokeo Foundation partner on a 15-Grant project to create an out-of-school program. - December 06, 2021 - WriteTouch Consulting
Na Lei Wili AHEC & WriteTouch Consulting 90-Grant Project for Funding Expansion and Growth of Hawai’i Health Career Programs
Na Lei Wili AHEC, a community-based nonprofit & WriteTouch Consulting, a premier grant writing agency, join forces to enhance Hawai'i Health Careers Programs. - December 06, 2021 - WriteTouch Consulting
Middletown, Ohio Businessman & Entrepreneur Matt King Makes History with Substantial Crypto Contribution to Community Center
On this Giving Tuesday, history has been made in Middletown Ohio. This is one of the first times in the United States that an endowment fund has been jump started by cryptocurrency. Local businessman and entrepreneur Matt King, who is the Director of Marketing and Business Automation at Hightowers... - December 04, 2021 - Stephen L. Hightower
Episcopal Community Services Names Julia Nemon Montijo COO
Episcopal Community Services (ECS) has named Julia Nemon Montijo as the new Chief Operating Officer. In her role as COO, Nemon Montijo will be responsible for ECS’s operations, including its Head Start and Housing & Clinical Services programs IT, Accounting, Facilities, and Nutrition Services. ECS serves more than 7,000 people in San Diego County, providing social services focusing on early childhood development, homelessness, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment. - December 03, 2021 - Episcopal Community Services
La Roca FC Partners with Summit Journeys
La Roca Futbol Club joins forces with Summit Journeys to help kids build confidence while experiencing new adventures. - December 01, 2021 - La Roca Futbol Club
Real Estate Boss Team to Hold Free Milk & Cookies with Santa Event in Manalapan, NJ
The Real Estate Boss and his Team from Coldwell Banker Realty are sponsoring a free event to the public. Milk & Cookies with Santa will be an interactive event, they will serve milk and cookies. You can take pictures with Santa, please remember to bring your cell phones and cameras. - December 01, 2021 - Real Estate Boss Team of Coldwell Banker Realty
Utah Attorney General, Sean Reyes, and Hall of Fame Baylor Coach, Grant Teaff, Honored for Leading National Initiative to Protect America’s Children
WACO, Texas (November 30, 2021) Utah Attorney General Sean D. Reyes and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton were honored alongside legendary former Baylor football coach Grant Teaff for their leadership in promoting the National Child ID Program. On October 16, at halftime of Baylor’s home... - November 30, 2021 - Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes
Utah Attorney General, Sean Reyes, Honored with National Man of the Year Award at Lambeau Field for Bi-Partisan Initiative to Protect Children
Utah Attorney General Sean D. Reyes was recognized at historic Lambeau Field as the 2021 Jerry Kramer NFL Child ID Award Man of the Year at a special pre-kickoff award ceremony on Sunday, October 24. The award was created in the name of Green Bay great and NFL Hall of Fame lineman Jerry Kramer who... - November 30, 2021 - Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS Partners with The Giving Block to Accept Cryptocurrency on #CryptoGivingTuesday and Beyond
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS looks to increase donations and attract younger, and tax savvy Cryptocurrency users to fight the battle against AIDS and extreme poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. - November 30, 2021 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS Joins the GivingTuesday Movement
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS joins the GivingTuesday movement, a global day of giving to ignite hope worldwide. - November 26, 2021 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Statement from the Catholic Community of Waukesha
Statement from the Catholic Community of Waukesha regarding the tragic event that took place at the Waukesha Christmas parade on November 21st and updates on injured members. Information for donations to the Parade Family Support Fund. - November 24, 2021 - Catholic Community of Waukesha
2021 Toys for Tots Collection Under Way in Flemington
Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington is teaming up with the US Marine Corps Reserve to support their annual Toys for Tots drive as a drop-off site. New, unwrapped toys may be dropped off at the Farmers of Flemington building located at 23 Royal Road in Flemington between 8:00am and 4:00pm M-F. - November 20, 2021 - Farmers Insurance Company of Flemington
Archimedes' Printing Shoppe's New Books Just in Time for the Holidays
Two books. Two true stories. Two very different audiences. Melt into the pages of the gorgeously illustrated children's book, "A Wabi-Sabi World," where perfection is joyously found in imperfection, then tuck in the kiddos and dive into the adult parody, "For the Love of A**holes," a can't-we-all-just-get-along ode to the jerks in your life. - November 19, 2021 - Archimedes' Printing Shoppe & Sundry Goodes
David Blaze Launches New Superhero Book for Kids
"Select Your Superpower" is an interactive adventure for middle graders. Children can become faster, stronger, invisible and can teleport, walk through walls, freeze time and even shape-shift into a marvelous creature. It’s all up to them! - November 19, 2021 - David Blaze
Operation E.L.F. Has Begun Delivering Magic Once Again
Operation E.L.F. was founded in 2000 and is a 501c3 tax-deductible charity. The elves are already gearing up for this holiday season. In their 21 years of working, the organization has fulfilled over 30,000 holiday wishes for children from Roxbury, Mass. to Brattleboro, Vermont. - November 18, 2021 - Operation E.L.F.
Be Strong International to Host Their Annual Winter Charity Gala in Support of Miami’s Individuals, Families and Communities
The event will highlight the true reason for the season at the spectacular waterfront, The Rusty Pelican in Key Biscayne, FL. - November 18, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Future Horizons Presents "I Have An Autism Boost!"
"This book can be used to educate a child, and their peers, about the many positive aspects of autism." - Dr. Temple Grandin - November 17, 2021 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Girls Shine in National Active Championship - NacFun
Girl power was on display in NacFun's National Active Championship for the month of October 2021. Out of the 100+ declared winners from various groups, 75% were female students from kindergarten to grade 12. The parent category toppers were female as well. Ms. Simranjit Kaur and Ms. Tharika topped... - November 12, 2021 - NacFun