District of Columbia Non-profit News (United States)

The Gray Panthers calls on leaders to repudiate Alan Simpson’s tirade.

Tate & Tryon, a Washington DC CPA firm focusing on serving nonprofit organizations, has been selected to present and participate in the 2012 AICPA National Not-For-Profit Industry Conference.

Event speakers are highlighting the importance of legislation (H.R. 3192), introduced by U.S. Congressmen Jim Costa (D-CA), and Frank Wolf (R-VA), to grant burial benefits to Lao and Hmong-American veterans at U.S. national cemeteries.

On Wednesday, May 23, 2012, Hope For The Warriors® will hold the annual Got Heart, Give Hope® Gala in Washington, D.C. Admiral James A. "Sandy" Winnefeld, Jr., Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will be the guest speaker for the Gala.

The U.S. Soccer Foundation and KIPP DC, grant recipient of the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s Annual Grants program, will hold an event to celebrate the grand opening of newly renovated Bundy Athletic Field.

IMS Global Learning Consortium and the SIF Association are proud to announce the release of version 1 of the Assessment Interoperability Framework (AIF).

The NC A&T State University Alumni Association - Washington,DC Chapter in the spirit of building unity will host a networking event along with members of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) at Lounge 201 in Washington, DC on May 17.

he National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR) has announced the theme for the 2012 Pollution Prevention Week as “Safer Chemicals for a Safer World” and poster design contest.

Hope For The Warriors® proudly unveils their new logo, emphasizing their focus on the needs and challenges of the military family unit.

Partnership will aim to foster dialogue and facilitate the full engagement of Latinos in the political process through joint on and offline efforts

Hope For The Warriors® will honor combat wounded service members, their families, and families of the fallen at the Got Heart, Give Hope® Gala. The black-tie event will feature television and movie actor Gary Sinise as the awards ceremony host.

Lint Center for National Security Studies Awards Scholarship to Intelligence and National Security Studies Graduate Student and University of Texas at El Paso “Students in Intelligence and National Security Group” Co-founder, Miguel Ibarra

Over 200 members are expected to participate in FAWCO’s (Federation of Women’s Clubs Overseas) Interim Conference in Dublin, Ireland on March 21-24, 2012.

Washington, DC – Conn Nugent, a veteran conservationist and foundation executive, has been appointed President of the H. John Heinz III Center for Science, Economics and the Environment.

Organized in partnership with The White House Initiative for Excellence in Education for Hispanics, the session will examine how the fusion of online and offline participation has prompted a revolution in civic engagement

The Boeing Company was presented with the National Council for International Visitors’ (NCIV) Corporate Citizen Diplomat Award today at NCIV's 2012 National Meeting.

Jennifer Clinton, Ph.D., was formally introduced as incoming President of the National Council for International Visitors (NCIV) during the Opening Plenary Session of the organization’s National Meeting on February 16.

The U.S. Soccer Foundation, the Major Charitable Arm of Soccer in the United States announced on February 3, 2012 that it awarded sixty grants totaling $2.4 million to non-profit organizations serving at-risk youth in twenty states.

The Electronic Signature and Records Association (ESRA), has announced its 2012 Board of Directors.

Tate & Tryon is pleased to congratulate the recipients of the 2012 Nonprofit CFO of the Year Awards. This year’s honorees will be recognized at the 2012 Nonprofit CFO of the Year Awards Luncheon on January 24th - Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC.

The Gray Panthers calls on leaders to repudiate Alan Simpson’s tirade.

Tate & Tryon, a Washington DC CPA firm focusing on serving nonprofit organizations, has been selected to present and participate in the 2012 AICPA National Not-For-Profit Industry Conference.

Event speakers are highlighting the importance of legislation (H.R. 3192), introduced by U.S. Congressmen Jim Costa (D-CA), and Frank Wolf (R-VA), to grant burial benefits to Lao and Hmong-American veterans at U.S. national cemeteries.

“Today, we have come from across the United States to pay tribute and remember our fallen soldiers who have died to secure the freedom that we all enjoy today,” said Colonel Wangyee Vang, President of the Lao Veterans of America Institute.

On Wednesday, May 23, 2012, Hope For The Warriors® will hold the annual Got Heart, Give Hope® Gala in Washington, D.C. Admiral James A. "Sandy" Winnefeld, Jr., Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will be the guest speaker for the Gala.

The U.S. Soccer Foundation and KIPP DC, grant recipient of the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s Annual Grants program, will hold an event to celebrate the grand opening of newly renovated Bundy Athletic Field.

IMS Global Learning Consortium and the SIF Association are proud to announce the release of version 1 of the Assessment Interoperability Framework (AIF).

The SIF Association is proud to introduce the redesigned SIF Certification Program including a new reduced pricing structure to enhance its existing value to the marketplace.

The NC A&T State University Alumni Association - Washington,DC Chapter in the spirit of building unity will host a networking event along with members of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) at Lounge 201 in Washington, DC on May 17.

he National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR) has announced the theme for the 2012 Pollution Prevention Week as “Safer Chemicals for a Safer World” and poster design contest.

NC A&T Alumni from the DC area "Rediscovered our Anacostia" at Earth Day events sponsored by the Anacostia Watershed Society at Heritage & Kingman Islands and near West Hyattsville Metro.

The National Grange cheers the DOL's decision to pull youth farm labor regulations, saying such regulations would have eliminated countless opportunities for youth to continue their work on family farms.

Hope For The Warriors® proudly unveils their new logo, emphasizing their focus on the needs and challenges of the military family unit.

On May 18, 2012 at 6pm, celebrate Haitian Flag Day by donating clothing and personal hygiene items at the Helping Haiti Happy Hour: Turtle Bay, 987 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10022. Suggested donation is $10 and special happy hour deals are in effect.

The National Indian Gaming Association brought over 5,800 attendees to the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California for their annual convention and tradeshow.

Partnership will aim to foster dialogue and facilitate the full engagement of Latinos in the political process through joint on and offline efforts

“It is not a matter of when, but a matter of who internet gaming will work for. With the reinterpretation of the Wire Act, having a seat at the table is not enough.” Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., stated.

San Diego, CA (April 4, 2012) – For the first time ever, a entire tribal nation has received the Wendell A. Chino Humanitarian Award at the National Indian Gaming Association’s 2012 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention.

Hope For The Warriors® will honor combat wounded service members, their families, and families of the fallen at the Got Heart, Give Hope® Gala. The black-tie event will feature television and movie actor Gary Sinise as the awards ceremony host.

Lint Center for National Security Studies Awards Scholarship to Intelligence and National Security Studies Graduate Student and University of Texas at El Paso “Students in Intelligence and National Security Group” Co-founder, Miguel Ibarra

Rep. Paul Ryan’s House budget proposal, unveiled on March 20, 2012, is being strongly opposed by the Gray Panthers who is outraged that this plan violates the values and best interests of the American people.

Over 200 members are expected to participate in FAWCO’s (Federation of Women’s Clubs Overseas) Interim Conference in Dublin, Ireland on March 21-24, 2012.

LATISM events are annual bilingual gatherings of the most powerful, prominent, and influential voices in the Hispanic digital and social media industry

Washington, DC – Conn Nugent, a veteran conservationist and foundation executive, has been appointed President of the H. John Heinz III Center for Science, Economics and the Environment.

Organized in partnership with The White House Initiative for Excellence in Education for Hispanics, the session will examine how the fusion of online and offline participation has prompted a revolution in civic engagement

On March 7, the U.S. Soccer Foundation awarded 13 Social Innovation Fund Sub-Grants, totaling $3.6 million over 2 years, to support the expansion of Soccer for Success, the Foundation’s program that uses soccer to combat childhood obesity.

The Washington, DC Chapter of NC A&T Alumni Association will honor six alumni who were instrumental in growth of one of the most influential A&T alumni chapters in the nation. The gala will support scholarships and the DC Alumni house.

Washington, D.C. February 22, 2012 – Daddy’s Girl – is please to announce the launch of the only nonprofit organization focused on Father – Daughter healthy relationships serving the Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland area.

The Boeing Company was presented with the National Council for International Visitors’ (NCIV) Corporate Citizen Diplomat Award today at NCIV's 2012 National Meeting.

Jennifer Clinton, Ph.D., was formally introduced as incoming President of the National Council for International Visitors (NCIV) during the Opening Plenary Session of the organization’s National Meeting on February 16.

MHN Health Promotion Director Ana Fadich statement today, in support of new CDC’s guidelines which recommend the same vaccination treatment against HPV for boys as have been in place for girls since 2006

The U.S. Soccer Foundation, the Major Charitable Arm of Soccer in the United States announced on February 3, 2012 that it awarded sixty grants totaling $2.4 million to non-profit organizations serving at-risk youth in twenty states.

The Electronic Signature and Records Association (ESRA), has announced its 2012 Board of Directors.

"National Veterans Hotline" Swamped with calls about Marines Urinating on Taliban

The U.S. Soccer Foundation, with the support of D.C. United Women, will set up a mini-pitch at the NBC4 Health and Fitness Expo to get children active using the sport of soccer. Children will also have the opportunity to meet D.C. United Women.

Tate & Tryon is pleased to congratulate the recipients of the 2012 Nonprofit CFO of the Year Awards. This year’s honorees will be recognized at the 2012 Nonprofit CFO of the Year Awards Luncheon on January 24th - Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC.

Judy Lear, the National Chair and Acting Executive Director, along with staff met directly with Sen. Wyden and his staff to express their concerns and directly convey disapproval of his proposal and its association of the Gray Panthers name.

New LATISM Chapters Now Serving Central Florida, Houston, San Antonio and Philadelphia. In Addition, Two Existing Chapters in Los Angeles and DC Have Been Re-Launched.

5th Annual Kicks For Kids Charity Shoe Drive & Concert featuring Harmony Muzik, Meek Mill, Kingpen Slim, Gods'Illa, Uptown XO, Black Alley + more! Doors open at 4:00pm.

The recipients of the 2011 Inaugural River East Emerging Leaders Distinguished Service Awards were released today while the Board of Directors' Award will be announced during program on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Honfleur Gallery.

Tracee Wilkins of NBC4 will host River East Emerging Leaders' Inaugural Distinguished Service Awards on Thrusday, Dec. 15, 2011

Singer Zahra Universe has teamed up with GiveThe World Your Heart and Lullalee Productions to host a night of music in Silver Spring, MD on Saturday December 17 from 4-7pm at Fire Station 1 Restaurant & Brewing Co. to benefit children’s literacy.

The recent FCC application withdrawal for the proposed AT&T/T-Mobile merger will significantly delay the build-out of rural broadband, the National Grange said Friday, and further put rural Americans behind their urban and suburban counterparts.

The National Grange spoke against proposed regulations by the U.S. Dept. of Labor that would limit the ability of teens to assist in farming operations across America, calling the proposal “destructive” to the agriculture industry.

TC Wallace Foundation Hosts Its First Annual Children’s Christmas Party Benefiting Homeless and Disadvantaged Children in Washington, DC.

During his annual address, National Grange President Edward Luttrell advanced the Grange's platform regarding USPS reforms, rural broadband expansion, cutting spending and more.

Delegates for the National Grange passed more than 50 resolutions during the145th Annual National Grange Convention held in Tulsa, Okla., including support of USPS reforms, expansion of rural broadband and changes to U.S. dairy policy.

The National Grange created policy supporting United States Postal Service reforms during its 145th Annual Convention earlier this month, stressing the need for USPS service in rural areas.

The National Grange, in conjunction with Yankee Candle, have created a fundraiser program benefiting local Granges and the O.H. Kelley Farm through the sales of candles with Grange logo and tagline, "American Values. Hometown Roots." on the label.

Sold-Out Bilingual Event To Feature Top Speakers And The Leading Latino Influentials in Health, Education, Business and Civic Engagement