District of Columbia Non-profit News (United States)

On Tuesday, Nov. 1, the National Grange filed suit against a New York City-based agri-business Brooklyn Grange, LLC, that has used the Grange name without authorization for trademark infringement and unfair competition.

During the 145th Annual National Grange Convention starting in Tulsa on Tuesday, Nov. 8 National Grange President Ed Luttrell will discuss Grange policies on the U.S. Postal Service reform, rural broadband expansion and the 2012 Farm Bill.

Rob Garris, a public servant and social engineer is raising the bar and taking on the issues of poverty, crime and desolation in America.

Keri Marshall, ND, MS, with Tricks for Healthier Treats

LATISM Social Media Awards to recognize those who are making strides in reaching Latinos through social media, from marketing to small business, non-profit and civic work

The mission of Youth in Media and Education (Y.I.M.A.E.) is to promote artistic expressions and self-empowerment through a comprehensive program that covers all areas of academics, the entertainment/media industry and vocational training.

Comedians Esther Ku, Jason Weems and Vince Barnett join up for a very special night of comedy as Worldwide Comedy's "Comedy For A Cause Tour" comes to the Gala Theater in Washington, DC on Friday November 4, 2011.

Our focus is to empower and represent curvy women in a positive light and to help rebuild Haiti. Last year our tour allowed us to purchase land in Haiti. This year we hope to raise funds to build homes on those lands.

Twitter Town Hall Event With Latinos In Social Media (LATISM) To Kick-Off White House Hispanic Educational Excellence Week

The Organization’s Annual Bilingual Conference Will Feature Top Influentials And Thought-Leaders From A Wide Range Of Industries And Around The Latino Blogosphere

Local Organization to Make Huge Impact on Education Reform on the National Mall

Friends & RPCVs of Guyana will be holding a film screening of The Seawall and a fundraiser, October 27th, 2011 at 5:00 pm at the Goethe-Institut Washington, 812 Seventh Street, NW, Washington, DC.

Multinational Automaker Joins Forces With LATISM to Honor The Contributions of Latinos Involved In Social Media

Celebrity Club Alumni from Entertainment, Business, Military and Sports Join Forces, Asking America to Open 4 Million Doors for 4 Million Youth

The BPBF, Inc. hosts "The PINK Party," a Happy Hour event benefitting Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The event will take place Thurs., Oct. 6 from 7-9 pm at Eden's Lounge, DC (1716 I Street NW). All attendees are asked to bring donations for entry.

Micheal Martin, of Pennsylvania, will bring years of expertise and love for organization with him to position with the National Grange.

New PSA Directed by Ron Howard Features 21 Celebrated BGCA Alumni; Campaign Issues Call to Action on Behalf of America's Kids Most in Need

National Grange President Ed Luttrell says Grange members expect legislators to approach financial decisions as everyday Americans do with their personal finances.

The American Heart Association and CommonHealth ACTION talk health post-Huricane Irene, strategies to impact heart disease, and the Survey on the Aging on The Strategy Sessions Radio Show on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 11am EST.

Two-day program in Chicago, IL to feature over 100 top speakers, performances and tracks on Public Service, Business and Leadership, Personal and Community Influence

In support of Wash., DC area school children, The BPBF, along with The Sintia Mesa Foundation, is holding a back to school drive Sat., Aug. 13 - Sat., Aug 20 at drop-off locations in Wash., DC & Landover, MD.

Metro Comedy Presents Rachel Feinstein, Ed Blaze and Vince Barnett in Washington DC

The River East Emerging Leaders, DCNOMA and the Southeast White House are sponsoring a three-day architectural summer camp for young teens residing in Washington, D.C’s Ward 7 and 8 communities August 4-6, 2011.

On Wed., Aug. 3 at Jin Lounge (2017 14th St NW), from 6-9pm, The BPBF, Inc. along with The Group will give females and males an opportunity to ask the questions they’ve always wanted, and to whom they’ve always wanted to: the opposite sex!

The Two-Day Conference Will Bring Together Community Leaders And Government Officials For An In-Depth Look At Top Hispanic Issues

New Blog to Provide Extensive Spanish and English Content Created For and By Latino Online Influentials

Improving opportunities for young people is the theme of the 17th African Union Summit, now taking place in Equatorial Guinea along Africa’s west coast. The meeting, which began on June 23, runs until July 1.

The World Cocoa Foundation held the 1st Chocolate Fest Event at the Indonesian Embassy in Washington, DC. Thanks to our corporate sponsors Kraft Foods, The Hershey Company, Mars Incorporated, Cargill and Dependable Distribution Services.

Last Comic Standing Winner, Alonzo Bodden and Jazz Legend, Denny Seiwell to perform at a veterans’ benefit event at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center

Pritzker Military Library relaunches site, integrates with kiosks, and achieves highest membership numbers ever on the Mediachase eCommerce Framework (ECFTM).

Washington DC – June 19, 2011: Over 20 members of the local running group, DC Capital Striders (DCCS), met downtown to volunteer their time at the DC Triathlon.

Catholic University has received an intent-to-sue legal notice, suggesting that its plan to gender-segregate all of its dormitories would constitute illegal sex discrimination under the District of Columbia's Human Rights Act

New Staff Will Strengthen Training for Financial Aid Professionals

Nueva Vida, a support network for Latina women with cancer, announced its partnership with Pollo Campero in a cancer awareness campaign to last the month of June.

Our Place DC joins George Washington University, Department of Theatre and Dance, to present “Finding Our Place” an original play by Leslie Jacobson

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Over a week ago on Saturday, May 14, 2011, Amenawon Foundation hosted Nets for Hope-DC at the historic Bohemian Caverns in Washington, DC. Read more to see what they are doing with the money raised.

Hundreds to Gather for a Close Look at Technology Trends, Mobile Innovation and Digital Marketing Strategies

BlogWorld NY event to Include LATISM Panel to Unveil Results of the Largest Study of Latino Blogosphere

Get your press pass to attend and learn about the latest student aid news and trends

Panelists Include Latino Bloggers, Activists, and Government Relations To Discuss The Emerging Hispanic Political Clout

McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP Chief Recruiting & Development Officer Jennifer S. Queen was named to fill a one-year vacancy in the position of vice president of the National Association for Law Placement.

“Celebrating the Diversity of Cocoa Origins” World Cocoa Foundation Partnership Meeting

One hundred young people who have been in foster care have been named Outstanding Young Leaders of 2011 by FosterClub, the national network for young people in foster care, in celebration of May's National Foster Care Month.

Guy Lambert is set to host Nets for Hope on May 14, 2011. The event will raise critically needed funds to purchase mosquito nets and prevent the spread of malaria which is the leading cause of death in Nigerian children less than five years old.

Two World T.E.A.M. Sports athletes will compete in the Capital of Texas Triathlon in Austin May 30. The Washington non-profit will also host an event exposition booth at the Palmer Events Center in Austin promoting the Face of America Texas ride.

For people in the United States, mosquitoes can be a minor summer annoyance but for thousands of African children, preventing mosquito bites can be the difference between life and death.

Volunteers of America will host a panel discussion on women and aging.

National Council on Interpreting in Health Care board election results

Listen on April 26th at 9pm ET on www.party934.com to Kimberli Russell of VH1's Basketball Wives, Wife of Retired NBA Player Bryon Russell, Owner of Faith N Fitness, Board Member of the Non-profit WOVA