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Tampa Crossroads' Athena House Looking for Homeless Female Veterans
Athena House is home for up to 16 women Veterans at a time. If you know a homeless female Veteran in the state of Florida, they can help. - July 07, 2019 - Tampa Crossroads, Inc.
National Mill Dog Rescue Implores Pet Owners to Act with Care This Fourth of July
As residents begin planning their Fourth of July celebrations, National Mill Dog Rescue is putting out a plea asking that animals be kept in mind, as there is often an increase of lost pets following the Fourth of July. - July 04, 2019 - National Mill Dog Rescue
North Florida Land Trust is Urging Florida Cabinet Members to Save Fish Island
The community can contact the Florida Cabinet to ask for their support. - July 03, 2019 - North Florida Land Trust
Day of the African Equestrian Returns to North Carolina on October 19th
2nd Day of the African Equestrian (DOTAE) will honor equestrians of African ancestry active in national and international level pursuits on Saturday, October 19th. The gala will take place at Harambee Farm – located in the Green Creek Township of Polk County, North Carolina, USA. - July 02, 2019 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
Safe House Project Partners with Hotel Industry on New Campaign to Fight Human Trafficking
Safe House Project's vision is to see communities across America unite to end domestic trafficking and restore hope, freedom, and a future to every survivor. Safe House Project is proud to be partner with the American Hotel & Lodging Association to launch the No Room for Trafficking campaign, which builds on the hotel industry’s long-standing legacy and commitment to combat human trafficking. - July 02, 2019 - Safe House Project
Door Opens for Rewilding America’s Wild Horses Via FY2020 Interior Appropriations Budget
Half a Decade of Research and Political Collaboration Yields New Vision on Wild Horse Management Via Rewilding - June 27, 2019 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
KIB, Emma’s House, Irving Elks Lodge, All Things Made New Collaborate; Group Makes No-Sew Blankets
The atmosphere at All Things Made New (ATMN) was lively on June 14, when Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) staff, summer campers and staff of Emma’s House, and members of the Irving Elks Lodge 2334 visited. The groups enjoyed fellowship and a pizza party. They also participated making... - June 27, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
PATHFINDER Publishes White Paper on Sustainable Development
PATHFINDER’s white paper, How to do Sustainable Development Right: The Case for the Social Enterprise, contends that social entrepreneurship is a far better – and infinitely more promising – response to the calls for global sustainable development, than not-for-profit organizations. - June 27, 2019 - PATHFINDER
L.A. Entrepreneur is Honored for Her Groundbreaking Work with Autistic Musicians
This week, Founder and Executive Director of Jazz Hands for Autism, Ifunanya Nweke, is being honored by the Los Angeles-based Empowerment Congress as one of its distinguished 40 Under 40. The annual award recognizes young leaders for outstanding achievement in the fields of labor, business, public... - June 25, 2019 - Jazz Hands for Autism
New Chesapeake Based Non-Profit, SilverTree Seniors, Launches with Christmas in July - A Drive to Benefit Seniors in Need
A new non-profit, SilverTree Seniors, is set to launch their first initiative in Hampton Roads with a “Christmas in July” donation drive to benefit local Seniors in need. - June 25, 2019 - SilverTree Seniors
North American One-Armed Golfer Association Golf Tournament
The North American One-Armed Golfer Association is holding a Tournament in Tampa at Innisbrook Resort that began on June 23, 2019 and will conclude 4 days later. This is a group of disabled golfers with phenomenal stories of resilience. - June 24, 2019 - North American One-Armed Golfer Association
Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 7-Year-Old Girl in Mississippi
Katy was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at 2 years old. Her family is hopeful that a service dog will provide assistance to calm Katy during times of anxiety and be a constant friend. The dog is named after fallen officer Senior Deputy Jessica Laura Hollis. - June 22, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Partners with Keep Irving Beautiful Group; Conducts Cleanup at City of Irving’s Running Bear Park June 8
Members of Irving’s Second Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints collected 1,300 pounds of trash and recyclables at the City of Irving’s Running Bear Park on June 8. The group of 18 adults and 11 youth completed 87 service hours during the cleanup. The group’s... - June 19, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
United for Human Rights Honors Outstanding Educators Across Florida at their Champions for Freedom Awards Banquet
As part of its commitment to recognize and acknowledge one of the most important factors in advancing student achievement, the teacher, United for Human Rights will host its annual Champions for Freedom Awards Banquet on Saturday, June 22, 2019, where they will be presenting the award for Top... - June 19, 2019 - United for Human Rights Florida
Orang Asli Youths Benefit from KidZania Visit Through Deutsche Bank's Born to Be Youth Programme in Partnership with Global Peace
Orang Asli youths from Janda Baik experience their dream jobs on day trip to KidZania. - June 18, 2019 - Global Peace Foundation Malaysia
Reclaim Pride Coalition Announces "Queer Liberation March" in New York City: People’s Protest March Planned for Sunday, June 30, 2019
The Queer Liberation March steps off from Sheridan Square at 9:30 a.m., June 30th and proceeds up 6th Avenue. There will be a midpoint gathering in Bryant Park at 11 a.m. where supporters are welcome to meet up before joining the march. The march will end with a Rally in Central Park's Great Lawn at 1 pm with disability access on the corner of East 85th Street & 5th Ave. - June 15, 2019 - Reclaim Pride Coalition
NSSF and NCPC’s McGruff® Animated Gun Safety Videos, Named Bronze Telly Winners in Social Responsibility in Branded Content in the 40th Annual Telly Awards
The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) is pleased to announce its McGruff® on Gun Safety videos in partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), Not Cool, Kyle and Molly's Mischief, have each been awarded Bronze Tellys in the Social Responsibility category for Branded... - June 14, 2019 - National Crime Prevention Council
Citizens for Queens Announces Campaign to Restore Accountability to Local Politics
Democratic multi-candidate committee formed to support candidates who will focus on constructive solutions to problems facing the borough and expand opportunity for all through inclusive growth - June 12, 2019 - Citizens for Queens
Exit 82 Theatre Company to Host Toms River's First-Ever LGBT+ Pride Celebration
All Are Welcome to Partake in This Historic Event on Saturday, June 22 - June 12, 2019 - Exit 82 Theatre Company
EarthHero Becomes Certified B Corporation Using Business as a Force for Good
EarthHero, a proud B Corp. and eco-friendly e-commerce platform, makes sustainable living easy through education & access to eco-friendly goods. - June 12, 2019 - EarthHero
Midlands Opportunity Job Fair Looks to Change Lives
Prosper Strong Foundation, Ynotu2, Saving our Sons and WFMV present Midlands Opportunity Job Fair, providing employment opportunity for those who are unemployed and under employed. Whether that barrier is no work experience, lack of transportation, criminal background or a disability, all members... - June 07, 2019 - Ynotu2 Inc.
Pronouncement in El Salvador Deems Forests to be Living Entities
Yesterday, on World Environment Day, the Legislative Assembly of El Salvador approved a pronouncement deeming that “forests are living entities.” The pronouncement also states that each person must commit to caring for, preserving, and respecting forests and to promoting concrete... - June 07, 2019 - Earth Law Center
Youth for Human Rights Announces Summer Art Contest
Youth for Human Rights and its parent organization, Tennessee United for Human Rights, spread their message through educational tools, hard-hitting videos and inspirational messages. - June 01, 2019 - United for Human Rights
Keep Irving Beautiful Welcomes Connectrac Employee Volunteers Beautify Trinity View Park
Employees from Connectrac, a Dallas-based company that develops and provides wireway systems and accessories, recently enjoyed a day off in order to volunteer with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB). The group gathered at Trinity View Park on the morning of May 24, ready to work with KIB and City of... - May 31, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Vizient Employee Volunteers Partner with KIB for Beautification Project Benefits Irving Family Advocacy Center
The Irving Family Advocacy Center has a fresh look, thanks to the efforts of a team of employee volunteers from Vizient, Inc., and Keep Irving Beautiful. On Thursday, May 16, seventeen Vizient team members, joined by a North Lake College Service Learning student and an additional KIB volunteer, met... - May 30, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
New “fasting to Feed” Campaign Launches During the Month of Ramadan
Humanity First USA (HFUSA), with the support of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA, is launching its Fasting to Feed campaign during the final 10 days of Ramadan this year through June 6, 2019, in an effort to help Americans suffering from hunger. By fasting for over 16 hours a day during this month,... - May 26, 2019 - Humanity First
Global Peace Foundation Malaysia Lights up Sarawakian Village with Solar Energy
In the small village of Sion in Sarawak, 45 families have been living without electricity for the past 27 years. Through Global Peace Foundation Malaysia's All-Lights Village initiative, the solar energy was brought to relieve the energy poverty in Sion. - May 25, 2019 - Global Peace Foundation Malaysia
North Florida Land Trust’s Stewardship Director Makes Educational Advancements in Natural Resources
Elizabeth Guthrie will be entering the University of Florida’s Natural Resources Leadership Institute. - May 25, 2019 - North Florida Land Trust
Alliance Opposes Legislation to Roll Back Site Neutral Reforms
H.R. 2552 threatens to raise healthcare costs for patients and taxpayers, fuel consolidation, and decrease transparency. - May 24, 2019 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
Lampkin Foundation Calls for Volunteers for June 1 Tree Planting Event
Join D’Andre D. Lampkin Foundation volunteers and its community partners as it holds its second neighborhood tree planting event Saturday, June 1, 2019. This year’s event will take place at Ontario’s Veterans Memorial Park located on Grove and D St. The event will run from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Anyone interested in lending a hand can drop in anytime that morning. - May 23, 2019 - D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation
Publisher Confirmed for First Earth Law Legal Textbook
Today, Earth Law Center finalized a contract with Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory, U.S., of the famed “red and black” Aspen Casebook Series, to publish the first ever law school textbook on Earth Law, including the Rights of Nature movement, entitled "Earth Law: Emerging Ecocentric Law." - May 23, 2019 - Earth Law Center
Mississippi Forestry Commission Names New Director of Information and Outreach
Effective May 16, Jason Scott has joined the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) as the new Director of Information and Outreach. “Jason’s 10 years of experience in public relations make him a strong addition to the Mississippi Forestry Commission’s communication... - May 23, 2019 - Mississippi Forestry Commission
Ultimatum Inc. and iDEAQUEST Launch #Care4Us Campaign for Mental Health Month
This May, Ultimatum Inc. and iDEAQUEST are inviting people to share their personal stories around mental health and wellness using the hashtag #Care4Us. Each post on Twitter that uses the hashtag #Care4Us will activate a donation to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The first $500 in donations will be matched by the Ultimatum campaign sponsor, iDEAQUEST. - May 13, 2019 - Ultimatum Inc.
Local Nonprofit Serving At-Risk Youth Through Sailing
Receives Tax Exemption from the IRS - May 12, 2019 - Sailing Project Endeavor
Eco Freelance Support Launches New Services for Ecotourism, Retreats
Eco Freelance Support provides custom online, business and practical solutions for Ecotourism, Retreat, Wellness Professionals and Conservation. - May 10, 2019 - Eco Freelance Support
Keep Irving Beautiful Seeks Nominations for Annual Awards Mayor and KIB Awards Honor Irving’s Difference Makers
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) is asking for nominations for the 2019 Mayor and KIB Annual Awards. The awards honor local individuals, organizations and businesses that have gone above and beyond in making Irving a better place to live, work, play or visit. KIB will recognize these... - May 02, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
The D’Andre D. Lampkin Foundation Earns GuideStar’s Highest Seal of Transparency
Platinum Seal Allows Donors to Focus on Progress and Results. - May 01, 2019 - D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation
Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 10-Year-Old Girl in Hawthorne, NJ
Valentina, a 10-year old girl living in Hawthorne, New Jersey, has received a very special delivery today of her very own Autism Service Dog from SDWR to assist her and help better communicate her needs. Based in Madison, Virginia, Service Dogs by SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred and... - May 01, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Keep Irving Beautiful Recognized as Gold Star Affiliate by Keep Texas Beautiful; 85 Texas Communities Honored by Statewide Nonprofit Organization
Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB), a statewide grassroots environmental and community improvement nonprofit organization, recently named Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) a Gold Star Affiliate. This designation is granted to 85 of KTB’s nearly 300 affiliates. Gold Star recognition is the highest... - May 01, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Acosta, Mosaic Employee Volunteers Hold Annual Service Day with KIB Group Paints at Running Bear Park
Employee volunteers from Mosaic Sales Solutions and Acosta Sales and Marketing recently participated with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) in a service project to clean Irving’s Running Bear Park. Thanks to the team’s effort, the park is now brighter and more inviting. The project was part... - April 26, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
$7,500 SDWR Autism Service Dog Grant Awarded to 9-Year-Old Boy in Mentor, OH
Tristen, a 9-year old boy in Mentor, Ohio, has received a very generous $7,500 Grant towards his very own Autism Service Dog from SDWR. - April 24, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
$12,500 SDWR Autism Service Dog Grant Awarded to 8-Year-Old Boy in Lawrence, MA
Max, an 8-year old boy living in Lawrence, Massachusetts, has received a very generous $12,500 Grant towards his very own Autism Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, or “SDWR,” to assist him and help better communicate his needs. SDWR, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization... - April 19, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 7-Year-Old Boy in Monroe, NJ
Michael, a 7-year old boy living in Monroe, New Jersey, has received a very special delivery today of his very own Autism Service Dog from SDWR. - April 19, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
LoneKauri.com Announces Partnership with Premium Wooden Sunglasses Manufacturer
Ecommerce company, Lone Kauri Road Ltd. has entered into a partnership with wooden sunglasses NZ-based company Vilo to supply premium mens and womens sunglasses. Vilo is an environmentally conscious company that manufacturers wooden sunglasses and watches from ecologically conscious bamboo and... - April 18, 2019 - Lone Kauri
$10,000 SDWR Autism Service Dog Grant Awarded to 8-Year-Old Boy in Deer Park, WI
Nolan, an 8-year old boy living in Deer Park, Wisconsin, has received a very generous $10,000 Grant towards his very own Autism Service Dog from SDWR. - April 17, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
QUWF Commissions Bear and Son Cutlery for Its "10th Anniversary Commemorative Knife"
As a leading conservation organization, QUWF celebrates its 10th year with a commemorative knife, made in the U.S.A. by American craftsman and American materials. - April 17, 2019 - Quail & Upland Wildlife Federation
AmpleHarvest.org Announces New Board President
AmpleHarvest.org announces the appointment of John Powers, Deloitte Chief Corporate Development Officer, as President of AmpleHarvest.org Board of Directors. - April 17, 2019 - AmpleHarvest.org
Mother’s Day Weekend Meso Run Becomes an Annual Event to Help Fight Mesothelioma
The second Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Meso Run/Walk 5K will be on May 11 in Griffith Park’s Old Zoo and aims to raise awareness of and funds for research on mesothelioma. - April 12, 2019 - Mother's Day Meso Run
Lampkin Foundation Annual Report Highlights Stories and Impact of Key Initiatives
$1000 in university scholarships, disaster relief for fire victims, and foundations' food scarcity initiative continues. - April 11, 2019 - D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation
Javelin Agency Teamed Up with Keep Irving Beautiful for Giving Day Volunteers Clear Debris, Collect Litter at Bird’s Fort Trail
The Irving-based Javelin Agency recently worked with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) for the second year as part of its Giving Day 2019 event. Employee volunteers worked with a variety of local nonprofit agencies on April 4 for a day of community service. KIB’s group of twelve met at Bird’s... - April 11, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful