Indiana Non-profit News (United States)

A Mammoth Event to Benefit the Falls of the Ohio

What could be better than food, fun and funky music? Experience all three in one night in an effort to raise money for the food pantries of St. Joseph County. Join United Way's initiative "People Gotta Eat" during Foodstock July 30th!

The National Board of Directors for the American Teleservices Association ("ATA") is pleased to announce that Phil Grudzinski has been named Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

The Society for Nutrition Education (SNE) announces that Margo Wootan, DSc has been awarded the 2011 Helen Denning Ullrich Award of Excellence. The award will be formally presented at the 44th SNE Annual Conference in Kansas City on Monday, July 25.

The Board of Directors of United Way of St. Joseph County has announced a community distribution of nearly $2 million in funds raised to support health and human service programs in St. Joseph County.

With the impact of the economic recession, many businesses faced financial challenges throughout 2010. Simultaneously, human needs continued to rise and not-for-profit community organizations now face impending federal, state and local budget cuts.

Paws4Thor to benefit from shoppers at Nanoosa.com. 3% of all purchases made at Amazon.com will go to Thor to help his mother purchase and Autism Service Dog.

The St. Joseph County Public Library in South Bend, Ind., appoints Nicholas T. Schafer as development coordinator beginning July 3, 2011.

Showcases are part of the “Pain the Town Purple” event Venues holding showcases: Radio Radio (Fountain Square), Birdy’s (Broadripple), Talbott Street (Downtown).

My Sister's Place not only holds AA and NA meetings weekly. We are now holding a weekly meeting for women that may need support for anxiety and depression.

19 Indiana Campus Compact Campuses Receive Titles.

Representatives from 40 campuses will focus on course design, assessment, and research in service learning and community engagement

A grass roots response to discriminatory laws recently passed by the Indiana Legislature, The Purple Hat Project is launching “Paint The Town Purple! Day” to promote awareness of love and equality with support of citizens and local businesses.

United Way of St. Joseph County encourages community members to donate non-perishable items (canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, dish soap, shampoo, etc.) to the National Associaton of Letter Carriers' food drive, Saturday May 14th, 2011.

Restavec Freedom Alliance to be featured on Nanoosa.com through May 2011. 3% of Amazon.com purchases to be donated.

A Southern Indiana company is bringing a taste of Ecuador to Churchill Downs this year, all in the name of helping others.

As a grass roots response to discriminatory laws recently passed by the Indiana Legislature, The Purple Hat Project is launching the “Faces of Love” Photo Shoot Saturday, April 23rd at Fitness Now! to promote love, equality, and fairness.

United Way of St. Joseph County is proud to partner with The American Federation of Labor and the Congress of Industrial Organizations to host a Workers Memorial Service from 1:30–2:15 pm and Safety Sunday Event from 12:30–4:00 pm on May 1, 2011.

Darby McCarty, Chairperson of the Community Council stated, “We will hear an update at the April 20th meeting concerning the Town of Ellettsville’s Utilities Department by Mike Farmer that should be very interesting and informative.

Lafayette Community Church, one of the rising contemporary churches in Lafayette, IN, has announced it will be giving away free Bibles to people visiting them on Easter Sunday.

Governor Mitch Daniels has proclaimed February 11, 2010 as an official Indiana 2-1-1 Day. He invites all citizens to duly note this occasion. Celebrate by spreading the word about 2-1-1!

Ziker Cleaners and Junior League of South Bend, Inc. Announce the Eighth Annual Princess for a Night Event Community dress collection held February 14th through March 19th. Giveaway to be held March 26th at the College Football Hall of Fame

DWD Technology Group has been named to Sage Software's distinguished Presidents Circle for 2010, a distinction given annually to business partners and national consulting partners generating the highest sales revenue during the previous fiscal year.

TMG, Incorporated spent time volunteering at the Midwest Food Bank!

Nine Geist-area schools receive scholarships to fund health and wellness programs

Saturday, January 29th is Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day. Celebrate by scheduling an appointment with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance).

United Way of St. Joseph County will be holding their Annual Board Meeting on February 17, 2011 at 8 a.m. at Crowe Horwath in South Bend.

This formal training teaches youth the skills of using love combined with the practice of non-violent methods to resolve conflicts. And it's working. School fights have been avoided and several are ready to test for the first level… white belt.

United Way 2-1-1, a referral and information service for human, health, and social services, continues to distribute Family Wize prescription discount cards. The cards provide a great resource for those in need looking for prescription assistance.

Casket company awarded 2011 Pillar Award from Smart Business and Medical Mutual

Starting January 4th, individuals who meet the required qualifications can have their taxes prepared by an IRS-certified VITA/TCE Volunteer Preparer at one of the many VITA sites throughout St. Joseph, Marshall, Kosciusko and Elkhart Counties.

Local Indianapolis Pet Photographer Featured on National Blog

Locally and nationally, United Way and several generous corporate partners have created opportunities for consumers to give back to their communities through holiday gifts.

People Gotta Eat and Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry have arranged a reduced rate for processing of donated deer. For a $50 donation, people can secure a deer, or approximately 200 meals, for a People Gotta Eat food pantry.

Glenbrook Hyundai, the Happy Car Store, in Fort Wayne, Indiana has partnered with the Salvation Army to spread holiday cheer to less fortunate families of northeast Indiana throught the Angel Tree program. Stop in to pick up a tag for a local child.

United Way of St. Joseph County would like to show its appreciation for its company sponsors, donors, employee campaign managers, volunteers, & advocates. As a thank you for their support, United Way launched a new "Leadership Blog" on its website.

I believe that the one thing that all human beings have in common is that we all like music. With that being said, I often wonder why music is always the first thing to be cut out of our schools when we have budget problems.

An Irvington community forum concerning Good News Ministries' proposal to convert the Indy East Motel to a Family Support Center for homeless families will be held on Tuesday, November 9th at 7 PM in the Irvington Community School, 6705 Julian Ave.

As winter approaches and the temperature decreases, the volume of need increases throughout St. Joseph County. Fortunately, United Way's 211 Information & Referral Service is here to help.

Simply Amazing Market, a gourmet popcorn and fudge market located in Valparaiso is celebrating its grand reopening Saturday, November 13, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., and will feature a life-size Candy Land game (10 a.m. - 1 p.m.) for kids 12 and under.

Money Smart Week, October 16-23, is a program of the Federal Reserve that promotes financial literacy and wellness.  A series of free classes are designed to help people better manage their personal finances and investments.

United Way of St. Joseph County’s Initiative, People Gotta Eat, successfully raised $80,000, which was matched by anonymous donors. At this time, People Gotta Eat will be distributing $150,000 to its participating pantries.

On Friday, October 8, United Way of St. Joseph County is hosting a "UW Rally" to kick off its 2010 Campaign from 5-7 p.m. with a Pep Rally at 6:30 p.m. The event is open to the public.

United Way of St. Joseph County it requesting its fellow community members to make an impact in St. Joseph County by becoming an IRS-Certified VITA/TCE Volunteer Preparer.

Carz 'R' us the Beech Grove Charity benefit car show is scheduled for September 26th, 2010.

United Way 2-1-1 distributes discount prescription cards for those in need who do not have prescription insurance. These cards save people 20-50% off the cost of prescriptions.

Local cyber deal site opens latest location to bring unbeatable daily deals to consumers and give money back to local charities

Bliss Salon and Spa, a hair salon in Lafayette, IN, has announced they will be holding a “Color-A-Thon” to raise money for The American Heart Association. The event will be held on Sunday, October 10th from 1:00 – 5:00 pm.

Come Join our Celebration of Peace on the International Day of Peace, Tuesday, September 21, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana at Lovin' Life Ministries

Four Geist Reservoir area schools are beneficiaries of 2010 "Race Around the Reservoir" proceeds.