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The William Meredith Foundation and Poets-choice.com Are Pleased to Announce the Publication of SOMETIMES SAY MY NAME, Prose Poems by Herbert Woodward Martin
Master poet Herbert Woodward Martin imagines the life of Willie Short, a young African American service worker who contracts AIDS and deals with the physical and spiritual ramifications of his illness. We watch the deterioration of his body and the final spiritual triumph as he faces death and the unknown. It is a remarkable achievement of the imagination as Martin traces the life of one who mattered for his courage facing a fate that awaits us all. - December 12, 2020 - The William Meredith Foundation
CACAF Solace Virtual Series Brings Mental Health to the Forefront
The Caribbean American Cultural Arts Foundation (CACAF) is presenting a limited-edition series on mental health called, Solace Virtual Series: What’s Stressing You? The series, which began on Saturday, November 28 and featured Dr. Jeff Gardere, will continue each Saturday through December 12. - December 10, 2020 - Caribbean American Cultural Arts Foundation
Operation Food Search Hires Kristen Frazier
Frazier to serve as St. Louis nonprofit's Human Resource and Diversity Equity Inclusion Manager. - December 10, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Tigerlily Foundation to Lead Historic Special Session on Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Virtual Symposium
Tigerlily Foundation, a national breast cancer organization established by a Black, first-generation immigrant woman and patient-led organization will open the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS). Maimah Karmo, President and Founder of the Tigerlily Foundation, has set the stage for a new... - December 07, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
India Can Still Achieve TB Elimination Target by 2025
The International Institute for Human Development, India (IIHD India) and Indian Association of Respiratory Care (IARC) organized a live seminar to deliberate on how to ensure continuity of TB Care in COVID19 crises. Dr. Ruchi Sogarwal, Chief Executive Officer, IIHD India said, “COVID19 has... - December 07, 2020 - International Institute for Human Development
Adoptions From The Heart Building Beautiful Families Calendar
Adoptions From The Heart releases annual calendar to support birth parents in need. - December 06, 2020 - Adoptions From The Heart
Tigerlily Foundation to Lead Historic Special Session on Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Virtual Symposium
Tigerlily Foundation co-hosts this historic special session in collaboration with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), titled Setting the Stage for Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership, on December 8, 2020, to discuss continued collaborative action towards health equity in breast cancer care, at SABCS 2020. The event is designed to foster transformational dialogue and lead to specific strategies to end barriers at every level of healthcare for people of color. - December 05, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Operation Food Search Receives More Than $1.9 Million
Nonprofit secures second round of CARES Act funding from St. Louis County. - December 05, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Executive Chief Resident of Orthopedic Surgery at Columbia Irving/NewYork-Presbyterian, CBRE Chief Financial Officer Elected to Posse National Board of Directors
The Posse Foundation has welcomed Dr. Nana Sarpong, executive chief resident for the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center through NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, and Leah Stearns, chief financial officer at CBRE, as the newest members of its national board of directors. - November 20, 2020 - The Posse Foundation
Pasta for Packs Raises More Than $21,000
Proceeds to benefit Operation Food Search's backpack program. - November 19, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Nation United Foundation Launches “The Incident Report” to Help Increase Awareness and Address Acts of Hatred, Racism & Discrimination in Lacrosse
Nation United Foundation, nonprofit affiliate of Nation United Lacrosse, launches “The Incident Report” for the purpose of increasing awareness and addressing acts of racism in lacrosse. The organization began beta testing the portal on August 3, 2020. The Incident Report is a virtual... - November 14, 2020 - Nation United Foundation
Operation Food Search's Annual Golf Tournament Raises Over $77,000
27th annual "Swing to Heal Hunger" fundraiser benefits nonprofit's programs. - November 14, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Local Animal Rescues Team Up for Pet Food Drive This Friday
Pet food drive will benefit Operation Pet Solutions, keeping pets in loving homes. - November 12, 2020 - Renegade Paws Rescue
Adoptions From The Heart’s Paper Heart Project Goes Virtual in November 2020
The nonprofit’s annual National Adoption Month fundraiser moves to an online fundraising platform. - November 06, 2020 - Adoptions From The Heart
Racing for Heroes Awarded Grant from Sports Car Club of America Foundation to Support Motorsports Therapy Program
Racing for Heroes is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Foundation to enhance the Motorsports Therapy Program to be more inclusive for veterans that are severely disabled. - November 06, 2020 - Racing for Heroes
Dementia Society of America Presents "Broadway Alive!"
The Dementia Society of America® will be presenting its first online fundraising entertainment program on Sunday evening, November 22, 2020, at 6:00 pm (ET). The program, called "Broadway Alive!™," will feature a special performance by Keith Spencer, a nationally recognized... - November 05, 2020 - Dementia Society of America
West Palm Beach Kiwanis Club Speaks Up for Kids with Generous Computer Donation
Twenty new Dell computers were donated to bridge the technology gap for Palm Beach County child victims of abuse. - November 05, 2020 - Speak Up for Kids
Recognition of Wisconsin Pediatricians: Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) presented awards to deserving pediatricians and community members for their lifetime work and during the calendar year 2019. - November 01, 2020 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Operation Food Search Recognized as One of the Nation's Top Independent Food Banks
Food Bank News ranks St. Louis nonprofit based upon revenue and local support. - October 29, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Be the Difference Foundation Presents the Second Annual Runway for Hope Fashion Show, Online This Year, Benefiting Mary Crowley Cancer Research
This exciting fashion show goes virtual, featuring ovarian cancer survivors styled by popular fashion influencers in an engaging story format. - October 23, 2020 - Be the Difference Foundation
Mutal Aid Organization Event Provides Haircuts, Legal Advice for Those in Need
The Black Inmate Commissary Fund LLC’s upcoming event, “Restoration & Reparations” will be held on November 21, 2020 from 8:00am to 7:00pm EST hosted by Lakewood Church of Christ 1966 Lakewood Ter SE Atlanta, GA 30315. The event is open to the public and will focus on those... - October 23, 2020 - The Black Inmate Commissary Fund
15th Annual Wag-O-Ween Fundraising Event to be Held This Weekend
The organizers have made logistical changes to this year’s event due to COVID-19. - October 20, 2020 - Wag-O-Ween Savannah
Dr Ruchi S Honoured with Women Excellence Award 2020
The Indian Achievers Forum has honoured Dr Ruchi S, Founder & CEO, International Institute for Human Development for her contribution and efforts in professional achievement and nation-building. “My gratitude to the Indian Achievers Forum for this recognition. It gives me amazing... - October 17, 2020 - International Institute for Human Development
Announcing BrainTrain’s New TechTools: MemoryXCel and MemoryTrain
New game-like working memory and problem solving PC software to help children and adults enhance their attention, working memory, listening comprehension & mental processing speed. - October 15, 2020 - BrainTrain, Inc.
Clubgoers Can Hit Up a Virtual Club Without Leaving Home for a Good Cause
Global Breakthrough Specialist and founder of Unsilenced Voices, Michelle Jewsbury, had begun to grow tired of the isolation resulting from COVID-19 and recently came together with Digital nomad and founder of Wyze Tribe, Melanie McSally, to create another innovative way to bring the socialization... - October 14, 2020 - Unsilenced Voices
Black Lives Matter Tops Global Ranking of Activist Movements
2020 has seen a remarkable, global increase in grassroots movement activity, with concrete impact on society and policy; philanthropic backing is still lagging behind. - October 14, 2020 - The Altruist League
Tigerlily Foundation Launches the "My Life is My Legacy" Hero Campaign
Tigerlily Foundation launches the “My Life is My Legacy” Hero campaign to highlight the various ways individuals are impacted by metastatic breast cancer (mBC) and to increase education and awareness in young women. - October 13, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Operation Food Search Hosts Pasta for Packs
Proceeds to benefit agency's Operation Backpack program. - October 11, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Adoptions From The Heart Holds Live Celebration Event for 35th Anniversary
Adoptions From The Heart celebrates 35 years of serving the community. - October 11, 2020 - Adoptions From The Heart
Adoptions From The Heart’s New Online Classes Featuring Panels Highlighting All Triad Perspectives
This October Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH) will be holding special webinar educational courses made up of panel discussions from all members within the adoption triad. Adoptive parents, birth parents, and adoptees will speak from their own perspective of common themes and events experienced by... - October 10, 2020 - Adoptions From The Heart
Free ADHD Test App for K-12 Schools from BrainTrain
Over a million US students with ADHD never get the help they need. - October 09, 2020 - BrainTrain, Inc.
BBCF and Hope Credit Union (HOPE) Award First Municipal COVID CARES Recoverable Grants to Communities Fighting the Pandemic
The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF), Hope Credit Union (HOPE) and several partners today announce the first round of recoverable grants for a new program that gives numerous Alabama Black Belt cities across 16 counties immediate access to capital for COVID-19 response needs. Perry County... - October 07, 2020 - Black Belt Community Foundation
CSH Awarded $1.4M from CDFI Fund
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) awarded $1.4M to CSH in the latest round of funding announced last week. CSH will use this new infusion of capital to increase and streamline the development of affordable housing with services... - October 01, 2020 - Corporation for Supportive Housing
Live Like Sam Foundation Holds Second-Annual Live Like Sam Day Celebration
Live Like Sam Foundation, a Park City nonprofit organization that supports youth from diverse backgrounds in developing a healthy sense of self-identity, character, and purpose by fostering well-being through educational programs and mental health initiatives, today announced the second-annual Live... - October 01, 2020 - Live Like Sam Foundation
Iraqi Children Foundation Launches First Virtual Global Event "Road to Baghdad"
On October 1, the Iraqi Children Foundation (ICF) will launch Road to Baghdad, this inaugural virtual mission aims to travel 6,202 miles in support of Iraq’s most at-risk orphans and street children during COVID-19. - September 30, 2020 - Iraqi Children Foundation
Enterprise Holdings Foundation Donates $18,000 to Operation Food Search
St. Louis nonprofit to use funds for its Emergency Food Response initiative. - September 30, 2020 - Operation Food Search
New BrainTrain TNT Reading System Includes Neurofeedback
TNT is the fun way to learn to read, develop attention and build memory power. - September 27, 2020 - BrainTrain, Inc.
Cambridge Friends School Leads COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts in Schools with Installation of Upper Room Germicidal Ultraviolet Lighting (GUV)
Progressive Quaker school applies antimicrobial technology as part of comprehensive in-person reopening plan. - September 25, 2020 - Cambridge Friends School
Deloitte US CEO Joe Ucuzoglu, Weill Cornell Medicine’s Physician Organization President and CEO Dr. Robert Min Among 2020 Mentors for Jeff Ubben Posse Fellows Program
The Posse Foundation successfully held its first virtual Jeff Ubben Fellows program this past summer. Deloitte US Chief Executive Officer Joe Ucuzoglu and Weill Cornell Medicine’s Physician Organization President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Robert Min each virtually hosted and mentored a... - September 24, 2020 - The Posse Foundation
Songs for World Peace Premieres 60+ Songs by 70+ Artists from 60+ Countries in Celebration of International Day of Peace
Today, Songs for World Peace is launching a year long event in honor of International Peace Day with more than 60 songs from as many countries with more to come. Learn more about the project, its founders and artists, as well as today's music events. - September 21, 2020 - Songs for World Peace
Black Theatre Festival Issues a Worldwide Call for Healing Through the Arts
The Atlanta Black Theatre Festival (ABTF) is pleased to announce its 2020 Theatre-At-Home Experience, a virtual four-day call to connect communities and move the conversation towards healing through the arts. The full schedule includes award-winning performances from all over the world, two town... - September 21, 2020 - Atlanta Black Theatre Festival
Community Impact Network's Task Force Serves 200,000 Meals During Pandemic
Partners provided meals and additional resources to Normandy School District area. - September 20, 2020 - Operation Food Search
Tigerlily Foundation Partners with Pfizer on #InclusionPledge to Eliminate Disparities for Black Women Living with Breast Cancer
Tigerlily Foundation announced today that Pfizer, Inc. has joined the #InclusionPledge – an unprecedented initiative focused on diversity, inclusion, and eliminating disparities for Black women living with breast cancer. The #InclusionPledge provides a transparent and tangible framework across multiple healthcare sectors to identify and track equitable actions that will result in measurable and improved outcomes for women of color facing a breast cancer diagnosis. - September 16, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
BrainTrain Releases Test of Attention and Executive Functioning for In-Home Testing
MeSA test can be used by healthcare professionals to evaluate the symptoms of ADHD, Dementia and Learning Disorders using an iPad. - September 16, 2020 - BrainTrain, Inc.
LA Nonprofit CatCafe Lounge in Danger of Closure
Organization saves hundreds of cats each year from euthanization; COVID’s impact has reduced attendance and donations. - September 10, 2020 - CatCafe Lounge
Study Points to a New Unexplored Therapeutic Target for C9ORF72-mediated ALS
A novel discovery from scientists at the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) is the first to indicate that asymmetric di-methylation of arginine could be a promising target for ALS therapies. - September 09, 2020 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Science of Spirituality Sponsors Major Giving Campaign During the Pandemic
Science of Spirituality Centers all over the world have been active in reaching out to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Leading the way is the Science of Spirituality International Meditation Center in Lisle, Illinois, the organization’s global headquarters. Supporting and working in... - September 09, 2020 - Science of Spirituality
St. John’s to Host Virtual Dribble for the Cure on Sept. 26
Red Storm men’s and women’s basketball teams to support Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation. - September 05, 2020 - Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
Aranyani Announces Launch of the Aranyani Educational and Vocational Trust
Aranyani, the luxury handbag brand from India, is announcing the launch of the Aranyani Educational and Vocational Trust. The trust’s purpose is to help Aranyani employees educate their children, as well as to help other children in the Bangalore neighborhood of the factory. - September 04, 2020 - Aranyani
Non-Profit To Great Lengths Launches with 1st Annual Silly Walk Competition at Liquid Alchemy Beverages in Wilmington, DE
New non-profit based in the Delaware Valley helps under-served individuals achieve their highest life potential. - September 03, 2020 - To Great Lengths, LLC