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LSA Applauds Senate for Clearing Way for ABLE Act to Become Law
Unprecedented Passage Creates Pathway to Independence for People with Disabilities. - December 22, 2014 - Lutheran Services in America
Community Foundation Awards $150,000 to Organizations Across the Region to Benefit Youth
Eighteen grants made to support the leadership skills of youth as they work to improve their communities and make a difference. - December 21, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Ethan Jostad Foundation Gives Gift of Childhood Cancer Research
Non-Profit charity donates to pediatric cancer research for most difficult to treat childhood cancers. - December 20, 2014 - Ethan Jostad Foundation for Childhood Cancer
Beyond the Boroughs National Scholarship Fund Announces Partnership with The Serena Williams Fund
Women’s Tennis Champion Teams Up with Beyond the Boroughs to Send Students to College. - December 19, 2014 - Beyond the Boroughs
The Heights Center Seeking Applications for Catalyst Kitchen Culinary Training Program
The Heights Center is seeking applications for its new Catalyst Kitchen Culinary Training program. The program will provide students with the essential skills needed to enter the food service industry in just 15 weeks. Classes will begin in January 2015. Tuition is based on verified family income;... - December 18, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
Vaikuntha Ekadashi Celebration at ISKCON Bangalore
ISKCON Bangalore, one of the most famous and the large Radha and Krishna temples of the country has launched the facility of free puja in the names of devotees / pilgrims / public. This facility is first of its kind for the benefit of the pilgrims on the auspicious festival of Sri Vaikuntha Ekadashi. - December 18, 2014 - ISKCON Bangalore
Collaborative Efforts to Naturally Solve Insomnia
One study estimated that an employee with insomnia loses about eight days of work performance each year. For the entire U.S. workforce, this adds up to an estimated $63 billion in lost work performance due to insomnia each year. - December 16, 2014 - SleepASAP
First Nations Foundation Launches the 2014 Indigenous Financial Literacy Report
Much anticipated, the 2014 launch of the "My Moola" program evaluation report aims to further evaluate the benefits of the My Moola program for Indigenous participants, and in particular identify enhancements that would support a broader national roll-out. - December 11, 2014 - First Nations Foundation
Beyond the Boroughs National Scholarship Fund Announces Opening Date for Their 2015 Application Process
Seven Year Old Scholarship Fund Started by Former NFL Offensive Lineman Tutan Reyes Pushes to Skyrocket Students to Their Next Level of Educational Success. - December 10, 2014 - Beyond the Boroughs
What Would Love Do Foundation Offering Be the Change Grants
Multi-media company What Would Love Do Int’l (WWLDI) in partnership with the What Would Love Do Foundation (WWLDF) announces it will award individuals $500 Be the Change Grants based on online written applications from its website, www.whatwouldlovedo.org. The Be the Change Grant program... - December 07, 2014 - What Would Love Do Foundation
Shop for Success Raises Record-Breaking Funds for Local Dress for Success Programs
Dress for Success SW Florida is pleased to announce this year’s Shop for Success event raised a record-breaking $73,000 to help support Dress for Success SW Florida and its mission of promoting the economic independence of local disadvantaged women. The shopping extravaganza’s previous... - December 04, 2014 - Dress for Success SWFL
Dementia Epidemic Drives Growth
Dementia Society of America Announces New Members to Board of Directors. - December 01, 2014 - Dementia Society of America
Tax Defense Network Foundation Now 501(c)(3) Registered Officially by the IRS
Tax Defense Network Foundation is officially approved by the IRS and is now recognized as a nonprofit charitable organization under category (501(c)(3)). All donations made to the Tax Defense Network Foundation will now be tax deductible. - November 30, 2014 - Tax Defense Network (R)
Five Local Schools to Compete in Santa to the Sea Neighborhood Cheer Challenge
NRG Energy will award cash prizes to spirited schools in the Santa to the Sea Contest during its 7th Annual Santa to the Sea half marathon and relay race on Dec. 14 in Oxnard. - November 27, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
8.5K in Los Angeles Raises $33,000 for PBTF
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, raised $33,000 in Los Angeles on Nov. 22. The 8.5K event at Griffith Park honored local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Adam, Bella, Brittney, Caitlyn, Cassie,... - November 27, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Tragedy to Triumph: Triumph Foundation Brings Hope & Resources to Paralyzed This Holiday Season
Triumph Foundation visits Southern California hospitals to bring people who have recently become paralyzed Care Baskets full of resources, have a Christmas party, and deliver a message of hope for life after spinal cord injury. - November 26, 2014 - Triumph Foundation
Midwest Disaster Consortium Created Through Partnership of Lutheran Agencies
Lutheran Disaster Response announces the development of a Midwest Disaster Consortium that will be focused on creating sustainability for essential disaster staff at Lutheran Disaster Response affiliate Social Ministry Organizations within a four-state region, including Minnesota, North Dakota,... - November 26, 2014 - Lutheran Services in America
Bible More Relevant Than Ever
2 Major Hollywood Blockbusters + 1 Year Anniversary, Millions of Bible App for Kids Downloads - November 24, 2014 - OneHope
Oxnard Auto Center Holds Toy Drive for Santa to the Sea
As presenting sponsor for the 7th Annual Santa to the Sea Half Marathon and Relay race, the Oxnard Auto Center will hold a special Toy Drive from Nov. 24 - Dec. 11 at each of its 11 dealerships. All collected gifts will be donated to the 11th Annual Santa to the Sea Toy Giveaway Event, scheduled... - November 23, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
French Named Vice President, Marketing and Communications at Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
In this role, French will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing marketing, integrated communications and brand strategies for the organization. She also will position CFSEM to current and prospective donors. - November 23, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Racing Babies Take to the Starting Line in Santa to the Sea’s Second Annual Diaper Dash
Santa to the Sea holds its 2nd Annual Diaper Dash Dec. 13 at the Marine Emporium Landing for babies under the age of one who love to crawl. The race is being capped at 35 babies. - November 22, 2014 - Santa to the Sea
Donations Needed for "Operation Christmas Care" for Area Children
The Heights Center and Gladiolus Learning and Development Center are seeking organizations and individuals to participate in the annual Harlem Heights Community Gift Drive. Local residents, businesses and philanthropic groups are asked to donate new, unwrapped gifts for local children. Gifts are... - November 21, 2014 - The Heights Foundation
BizWorld.org Expands Internationally to Three Additional Countries
BizWorld.org programs now available in Denmark, Mexico and the United Kingdom. - November 21, 2014 - BizWorld.org
Houston Runs to Help Kids with Brain Tumors
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, raised nearly $15,000 in Houston on Nov. 15. The 8.5K event at Discovery Green honored local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Mandy, Taylor, Tobin and... - November 20, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Community Foundation for Livingston County Partners with Leadership Livingston to Promote Civic Leadership
$20,000 Awarded to Citizen-Driven Projects to Improve Community. - November 19, 2014 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Namaskaar Foundation – World on Stage Hosts First Online Charity Auction November 15–22, 2015
In an effort to raise the funding necessary to strengthen foundation programming, the Namaskaar Foundation – World on Stage announces their first online Charity Auction, hosted by eBay Giving Works. The online auction begins November 15 at 4 p.m. and will end November 22 at 4 p.m., on the... - November 17, 2014 - Namaskaar Foundation
Beads of Courage™ Joins National #GivingTuesday Movement to Encourage Spending with a Purpose
Beads of Courage, Inc., a nonprofit organization supporting children with serious illness, has joined #GivingTuesday, a first of its kind effort to transform how people think about, talk about and participate in the giving season. Taking place on December 2, 2014 – the Tuesday after... - November 16, 2014 - Beads of Courage, Inc.
Jake Worthington to Perform at Starry Night Houston
Houston native Jake Worthington, a recent finalist on The Voice, will perform at Starry Night Houston on Saturday, Nov. 15 at Discovery Green. The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Starry Night 8.5K is an evening walk/run that shines a light on kids battling one of the deadliest forms of... - November 15, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Atlanta, San Francisco Top $100,000 for Kids with Brain Tumors
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, attracted 875 participants in Atlanta and San Francisco on Nov. 8. At start time, the events had raised $116,000. The crowds came to the 8.5K events at Centennial Olympic Park... - November 15, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Successful "Mind Your Business" Initiative at Stayokay Maastricht and New Expansion Plans Abroad
“Stop dreaming. Start acting. Mind Your Business.” A new international initiative from a young foundation now boosts entrepreneurial spirit in the Netherlands, after having some information sessions in Maastricht. - November 15, 2014 - Smile to the Future
John Paul DeJoria Pledges $100K to Dream Foundation to Serve the Final Dreams of U.S. Military Veterans
The co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems and The Patrón Spirits Company presents Dream Foundation with $100,000 commitment at 20th Anniversary Celebration of Dreams Gala. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Dream Foundation Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary by Honoring Strength and Spirit of 20,000 Dream Recipients
Distinguished guests, dream recipients and celebrities from around the country came together to raise vital funds to benefit end-of-life dreams. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
A Dutch NGO Offers a Unique Opportunity to the Young to Volunteer Abroad
Smile to the Future organizes new humanitarian trips to Africa in 2014. - November 10, 2014 - Smile to the Future
The Hon. Guy Moskit Appointed as Distinguished Senior Fellow of the Foundation for a World in Transition
The Foundation for a World in Transition, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment as Distinguished Senior Fellow of The Hon. Guy Roger Moskit, co-Managing Partner of Technifico, a boutique strategic consultancy advising European and North American companies pursuing trade and investment... - November 09, 2014 - Foundation for a World in Transition
Pr. Jameleddine Chichti Appointed as Senior Fellow of the Foundation for a World in Transition
The Foundation for a World in Transition, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment as Senior Fellow of Pr. Jameleddine Chichti, Professor of Finance, Director of the Doctoral School of the University of Manouba, Tunis, and Tunisia Director of the Co-Development & Investment Consortium. Pr. - November 09, 2014 - Foundation for a World in Transition
Local Organizations Team Up to Donate $26,000 to Children Fighting Cancer and Autism in the Central Valley
Central California organizations work together to raise $26,000 donating proceeds of their fundraiser to the Children's Hospital of Central California that treat children diagnosed with cancer and the Carlos Vieira Foundation that helps needy families living with autism. - November 06, 2014 - Carlos Vieira Foundation
Yuri’s Night Supports the Explorers at Virgin Galactic
The Yuri’s Night team was saddened to learn on Friday of the tragic accident in Mojave during the testing of SpaceShipTwo. The team stands with Virgin Galactic during this time and their thoughts are with Virgin Galactic, their partner companies, and their families. - November 03, 2014 - Yuri's Night
Dream Foundation’s 20th Anniversary Gala and Auction Will Raise Vital Funds to Benefit End-of-Life Dreams
Distinguished guests and foundation friends will include honoree, John Paul DeJoria, performers, Bill Medley, KT Tunstal, and David Ryan Harris and live auctioneer, Andrew Firestone. - November 03, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Alive Juices Partners with Tigerlily Foundation
Nutritional juice company Alive Juices is excited to partner with the Tigerlily Foundation to help raise funds, awareness and healthy drink options. Through this partnership, Alive Juices will work with Tigerlily and its Ambassadors to educate young women about the benefits of "mindful"... - November 02, 2014 - Tigerlily Foundation
Exceptional Children's Foundation Launches New Website
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF), a 2014 Top-Rated Nonprofit, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website (www.ECF.net). ECF has been improving the lives of children and adults with special needs since 1946. ECF’s new website clarifies ECF’s niche as a provider of... - October 29, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Join Us for a Morning of Hope and Awareness at the 7th Annual Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research
Join over a thousand runners, medical professionals, brain tumor survivors, families, friends, TV and movie stars at the 7th Annual Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research Sunday morning, November 2, 2014 at Dockweiler State Beach, Playa Del Ray. The 5K/10K race, along with a Kids Fun Run, and... - October 24, 2014 - TBKF
Interact Art Museum of Atlanta is Coming Up with Its First Ever Unique Pop Up Exhibition of the Newly Defined Genre of Interact-Art with Built-in Photo Opportunity
Locally owned Interact Art Museum (IAM) – Atlanta announced today that it will be holding its first ever pop-up exhibit titled “Beyond the Obvious” on October 25th – November 2nd at 482 Edgewood Ave. Halloween-themed art that lends itself to human interaction will allow... - October 23, 2014 - Interact Art Museum LLC
Boston, Philadelphia Join Starry Night to Cure the Kids
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, attracted more than 500 participants in Boston and Philadelphia on Oct. 18. At start time, the events had raised $61,000. The crowds came to the 8.5K events at Joe Moakley... - October 23, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation Receives Grant from the LA Lakers Youth Foundation
Exceptional Children’s Foundation (ECF) is pleased to announce the award of a grant from The Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation. This grant will help provide services for nearly 200 K-12 students with special needs at ECF’s Kayne Eras School. The Los Angeles Lakers Foundation focuses... - October 22, 2014 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
"Stop Dreaming. Start Acting. Mind Your Business": Smile to the Future is Ready to Host Its First International Business Summit for Entrepreneurs in Maastricht
A young Dutch non-profit organisation now offers new informative sessions about entrepreneurship in the Netherlands - October 19, 2014 - Smile to the Future
Website Launched Specifically for Good Deeds
First and only website geared towards doing good deeds in your own community, for your neighbor, friend, stranger or anyone who needs help. - October 19, 2014 - WorldOfHumanity.com
Author Brian F. Martin Reaches Out to Help Adults Recover from Childhood Domestic Violence
Brian F. Martin is on a mission to move beyond "awareness" and into healing for adults who grew up with domestic violence at home. His book, "Invincible: The 10 Lies You Learn Growing Up with Domestic Violence, and the Truths to Set You Free," was published just in time to help this year's domestic violence awareness campaigns make a real difference. - October 16, 2014 - CDV – Children of Domestic Violence
Louisville-Based FoodCare to Help Health Associations Drive Dramatic Improvements in Nutrition Literacy, Community Engagement
Next-Generation Clinical Nutrition Guidance Platform to Seamlessly Connect Patients and Caregivers with Personalized Nutrition Information. - October 15, 2014 - FoodCare Inc.
Bill Medley, KT Tunstall and David Ryan Harris to Perform at Dream Foundation’s 13th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala
Award-winning performers take the stage to support the Dream Foundation on November 8th at the Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara, California. - October 15, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Santa to the Sea to Donate $5 for Every Runner That Registers to Run in October to the National Breast Cancer Foundation
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Santa to the Sea will donate $5 for every person that registers for the race during the month of October to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. “It’s sad, but everyone knows someone who has been affected by this illness,” said Mike... - October 15, 2014 - Santa to the Sea