Arizona Non-profit News (United States)

Grant funds programs established by the AVON Program for Women and Justice at the O’Connor House focusing on a public awareness campaign, orders of protection, legal aid, and training

The Sonoran Institute announced today that Luther Propst, its CEO and founder, has notified its Board of Directors of his intention to step down. Propst will remain CEO of the Institute during the search process and until a new CEO is hired.

Grand Canyon outfitters and guides work alongside National Park Service personnel for the greater good of the Grand Canyon River Corridor; preserving the opportunity for future whitewater trips.

Friday, April 13th - Phoenix, AZ. The National Concierge Association's 2012 Fundraiser and Silent Auction.The fundraiser is taking place at Donavan's Steak and Chop House located at 3101 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ. and will start at 5:30 pm.

The attorneys from Dodge & Vega, PLC have recently reached out to the community to bring a prominent issue to light: Autism awareness. Join this firm on their journey of raising awareness, money, and hope for Autism.

7th and 8th graders from South Phoenix and across the Valley are encouraged to participate in a free Youth Leadership Conference hosted by Be A Leader Foundation and Valley Leadership

Food drive aims to fill empty shelves at local food bank: February 29 - March 9, 2012

Ms. May had been currently serving as Director of Golf and President Elect on the 2011 Board of Directors.May is currently the EVP of Sales & Marketing at CSI etc

Site Host: Frisco Police Department 7200 Stonebrook Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75034 TCLEOSE Credit Available CFRE Credit Available GPCI Credit Available

Aspey, Watkins & Diesel continues their annual tradition of providing tickets to senior care facilities.

Scottsdale, Arizona—The Fetch Foundation announces Tessie, the Belgian Malinois rescued from the county shelter has found a forever home.

Scottsdale, Arizona — The Fetch Foundation announces our first grant receipt. Cloud Star, produces an all natural line of dog food, treats and grooming products and of course the “Wag More Bark Less” line also has a grant program....

Leaders in the health and wellness fields are joining together to support re|shelter, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity formed last year to benefit people on the edge of homelessness due to disabling environmental intolerances.

The only virtual Dog Wash to benefit The National Canine Cancer Foundation. From Nov 1 to 30 join Petco, HALO, John Paul Pet, Best Bully Sticks, Modern Dog Magazine and FreeKibble.com to "Wash away Canine Cancer!"

Breast cancer survivor support organization, Send Me On Vacation (www.SendMeOnVacation.org), gains new board member Buzz Waloch of Aspen National Collections.

Rebekah Friend, Martin Murphy, and James McLaughlin to head Arizona AFL-CIO

PHOENIX, AZ - U.S District Court Judge G. Murray Snow issued a temporary injunction late Friday that blocks implementation of SB 1365, a discriminatory law which attacks the first amendment rights of union members in Arizona.

The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures will open a new temporary exhibit; Metal Monsters: Jim Roark’s Rusted Automobile Relics on Tuesday, October 4, 2011. The exhibit will be open through Saturday, November 19, 2011.

Did you know cancer is the number one cause of death in dogs over 2? Over 266 handlers and 383 dogs competed in the Texas Agility Shoot-Out to raise over $42,000 for Canine Cancer Research. Together, We are the Cure!

WIN a restored Luscombe Airplane at www.Luscombe.org Do not procrastinate!

The Bra Recyclers are providing bras to the Healthy Breast Program at UC Davis to be provided to homeless women at Homeless Connect 2012. The event will take place June 2, and it is estimated 700 homeless will be served at the event

A study of impacts on ground-water resources underlying the Sonoita Plain in SE Arizona indicates dramatic declines in ground-water levels that would result from the flow of water into the open pit copper mine proposed by Augusta Resources Corp.

Grant funds programs established by the AVON Program for Women and Justice at the O’Connor House focusing on a public awareness campaign, orders of protection, legal aid, and training

Heart 2 Heart Charity is a non-profit 501c3 organization that reaches out to help those who need it most. We give to a number of charities and help them along with donations.

The Sonoran Institute announced today that Luther Propst, its CEO and founder, has notified its Board of Directors of his intention to step down. Propst will remain CEO of the Institute during the search process and until a new CEO is hired.

Grand Canyon outfitters and guides work alongside National Park Service personnel for the greater good of the Grand Canyon River Corridor; preserving the opportunity for future whitewater trips.

Friday, April 13th - Phoenix, AZ. The National Concierge Association's 2012 Fundraiser and Silent Auction.The fundraiser is taking place at Donavan's Steak and Chop House located at 3101 E. Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ. and will start at 5:30 pm.

The attorneys from Dodge & Vega, PLC have recently reached out to the community to bring a prominent issue to light: Autism awareness. Join this firm on their journey of raising awareness, money, and hope for Autism.

Redflex Traffic Systems, a global leader in traffic safety technology, has released a new video on the company’s support for the Stop for Maya Foundation.

Jetset Magazine recently announced a partnership with one of the fastest growing national childhood cancer foundations, The B+ Foundation. The affluent lifestyle magazine and B+ are racing in the 2012 GRAND-AM Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge.

Join in, debate and interact at this Science Café, presented by The Children’s Museum Alliance. Dr. Elliott Cheu from the University of Arizona College of Science presents a conversation about "Our Dark Universe: The Search for Dark Matter."

7th and 8th graders from South Phoenix and across the Valley are encouraged to participate in a free Youth Leadership Conference hosted by Be A Leader Foundation and Valley Leadership

There are major differences between funding change, being part of change and creating change. Leaving a lasting legacy means creating change

UNICEF has made a remarkable achievement by reaching the target of providing a permanent access to safe drinking water to 89% of world’s population 5 years earlier from the deadline.

My 10 Counts Inc. will focus on the strength of community to achieve goals.

Food drive aims to fill empty shelves at local food bank: February 29 - March 9, 2012

Thunderbird’s Najafi Global Mindset Institute shares findings from four years of research ahead of global summit

Come to Dr. Seuss' birthday at 1pm on Fri. Mar. 2 at the spot…a Child’s Museum inside Prescott Gateway Mall. This special event will feature music and science. Get tickets by Feb. 28 $12.00 for 1 child+1 adult. Info at thespotmuseum.org/seuss

Seventh Roadrunner Ensemble returns to the Epiphany Concert Series with works of Brahms, Mozart, George Gershwin and Louise Lincoln Kerr. Sunday Feb. 19, 2012, 4:00 PM, 2222 S. Price Rd, Tempe. Proceeds benefit the church's building repair fund.

Friends for Life Animal Rescue is the guest of honor at a Sweetheart Yappy Hour on Wed, Feb 15th, 4pm - 7pm, to support pet rescue efforts. The Yappy Hour, hosted by Pete and Mac’s Gilbert, AZ resort wraps up a supplies drive for Friends for Life.

Sun Valley Animal Shelter is the guest of honor at a “Tail Gate” Yappy Hour on Fri, 2/10/12, to support pet rescue efforts. Hosted by Pete and Mac’s Avondale resort the party will wrap up a supplies donation drive for Sun Valley Animal Shelter.

W4KI.org is providing hope through safe water. We believe the lack of safe drinking water and sanitation facilities are the root causes of hunger, disease and poverty throughout the developing world.

The Smart Dog School of Fundraising, an Arizona-based school for animal welfare professionals, is holding two workshops in Los Angeles on February 8 and 9 - Direct Mail Fundraising and Volunteer Management.

Ms. May had been currently serving as Director of Golf and President Elect on the 2011 Board of Directors.May is currently the EVP of Sales & Marketing at CSI etc

Over $70,000 in scholarship funding will be made available through CCA's Reach Out Campaign

Spreading good cheer around Christmas time is something that isn’t new. People have been spreading good cheer for a long time.

Pete and Mac's Avondale Pet Resort is hosting a supplies donation drive for Sun Valley Animal Shelter running through Super Bowl Sunday, Feb 5th. Drop off donations at Pete and Mac's 13034 W Rancho Santa Fe Blvd.

Pete and Mac's Gilbert Pet Resort is hosting a supplies donation drive for Friends for Life Animal Rescue running through Super Bowl Sunday, Feb 5th, 2012. Drop off donations at Pete and Mac's Pet Resort in Gilbert – 321 E Elliot Rd.

Site Host: Frisco Police Department 7200 Stonebrook Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75034 TCLEOSE Credit Available CFRE Credit Available GPCI Credit Available

Family Promise of Greater Phoenix and Angels on Patrol Are Each Awarded $20,000 from McCarthy Building Companies; 4 Other Local Charities Received $5,000 Each

Aspey, Watkins & Diesel continues their annual tradition of providing tickets to senior care facilities.

The Bra Recyclers recently sent recycled bras to women served at The Healing Place of Wake County. Recycled bras help delay the number of textile waste entering the waste stream, while providing encouragement and support to women in need.

Scottsdale, Arizona—The Fetch Foundation announces Tessie, the Belgian Malinois rescued from the county shelter has found a forever home.

Scottsdale, Arizona — The Fetch Foundation announces saving Tessie, a 16 month Belgian Malinois from the Pinal County Animal Control.

Scottsdale, Arizona — The Fetch Foundation announces our first grant receipt. Cloud Star, produces an all natural line of dog food, treats and grooming products and of course the “Wag More Bark Less” line also has a grant program....

Scottsdale, Arizona — The Fetch Foundation announces the launch of our new website. The website was redesigned to help our visitors with easier navigation and to aid in our animal education efforts through our new blog portal.

Glendale, Arizona,— The Fetch Foundation and Peoria Fire Department will sponsor an elite Urban Search and Rescue K-9 workshop held at Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Facility December 2nd and 3rd, 2011.

Leaders in the health and wellness fields are joining together to support re|shelter, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity formed last year to benefit people on the edge of homelessness due to disabling environmental intolerances.

Sun Valley Animal Shelter is delighted to invite you to a Sangria & Salsa Yappy Hour Event on Friday Nov 18. Join us from 4pm to 7pm at Pete and Mac’s Pet Resort, 13034 W Rancho Santa Fe Blvd, Avondale. Call 623-536-2303 for details. See you there.

Clarification on the content that will be taught by Dr. Bev Browning at the Arkansas Grant Writing Boot Camp - NON-EDUCATIONAL CONTENT. There will be no quizzes, examinations, letter grades, or CEUs awarded for this Boot Camp.

Organization for Cultural Exchange Among Nations is currently seeking volunteer host families for several exchange students, ages 15 - 17, who are scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in January 2012.

Help raise funds for the National High School Basketball Association. Attend Dr. Bev Browning's Grant Writing Boot Camp in Conway, AR on December 1-2. Netbook computer giveaway prize; be in the first 20 to register and add your name to the drawing.

Pete and Mac’s Recreational Resort for Pets in North Phoenix is hosting a Yappy Hour to support Cavalier Rescue Foundation on Friday, October 25th from 4 – 7pm. $5 donation at the door. Raffle tickets on sale now.

The only virtual Dog Wash to benefit The National Canine Cancer Foundation. From Nov 1 to 30 join Petco, HALO, John Paul Pet, Best Bully Sticks, Modern Dog Magazine and FreeKibble.com to "Wash away Canine Cancer!"

Raise Will Help Thousands of Workers and Strengthen the Economy

Valley Residents Will Receive Free Ticket to the Children’s Museum by Dropping Off 3 Nonperishable Food Items at a Valley Ford Dealership Between Oct. 22-31, 2011

Breast cancer survivor support organization, Send Me On Vacation (www.SendMeOnVacation.org), gains new board member Buzz Waloch of Aspen National Collections.

Rebekah Friend, Martin Murphy, and James McLaughlin to head Arizona AFL-CIO

Workers, Students focus on movement building, organizing, social media and leadership development Follow along at www.aflcio.org/nextup or on Twitter: #NextUp11

Embassy Suites Flagstaff has created a chance for its guests to give to a worthy cause and save a little money at the same time. Their Donate Food package gives to St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance and benefits those in need in Arizona.