Missouri Non-profit News (United States)

GO! Network, Inc. announced today that it will close its doors June 26, 2012. The competitive realities for donor dollars today made it difficult to maintain the financial viability of the organization.

Nick Gilham offering ‘jolting’ insights into LinkedIn and social media marketing for nonprofits

The St. Charles Community College Foundation is doubling the rhythm and the ribs for its third annual fundraiser, Rhythm and Ribs, set for 6-10 p.m. Friday, May 18, on the college’s campus in Cottleville.

Vicki LaRose, Civil Design, Inc., president and the 2012 Missouri Small Business Person of the Year, will be the keynote speaker presenting, “The Forgotten Heroes,” at the Missouri Venture Forum (MVF) May 4 breakfast meeting.

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan St. Louis welcomes Carlos Izcaray, renowned Opera and Orchestra conductor, as the keynote speaker at the annual Adelante Awards, held Friday, April 27 at the Sheraton Westport Lakeside Chalet Hotel.

In open-minded musical collaboration, American songwriter Kelly Myers chooses to work exclusively with Congolese pop singer, Jose Hendrix. From Kansas City, MO to Kinshasa, D.R. Congo their inventive true world pop CD gains nod of Grammy producer.

Don’t be left green with envy … Tickets going fast for “A Wicked Good Time,” the annual auction and dinner gala benefiting Marian Middle School.

Christy Leming, principal of Marian Middle School, was recently named a 2011-2012 Peabody Logos Leader in Education. The honor recognizes educators within the St. Louis area.

Groundbreaking campaign uses the power of personal networks to “connect for good” and benefit hundreds of charities worldwide

The nonprofit, Connections to Success announces the election of three new members to its board of directors. The organization is excited to enhance its capabilities by creating a more diversified board with leaders from different business areas.

5O1CONNECT Launches ‘Day of Service’ St. Louis initiative to help bring together greater St. Louis area nonprofits and volunteers with special, short-duration service opportunities for every type of civic-minded person or group.

Mike London and Fred Goldsmith Recognized at AFCA Convention.

National Center for Fathering giving away two tickets to one lucky dad.

The National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies Charitable Foundation announced today that Alan Protzel, director at The Marketing Alliance (TMA), was elected to its board of directors for a three-year term beginning in 2012.

St. Louis-Based Sunset Transportation Organized Logistics, Transported 50 Truckloads in 9 Hours

Projects support expansion of research at the Enterprise Institute for Renewable Fuels

Supporters of Children with Additional Needs (S.C.A.N.) is a support group for families of children with additional needs - families coming together to build a network of support and to share information.

at Danforth Center’s Conversations Series, Let’s talk… about solutions to eradicate global hunger

The Aflac Foundation awarded a $20,000 grant to The National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS) to help the NCCS’ Beyond the Cure Scholarship Program provide college scholarships to childhood cancer survivors for the 2012-2013 school year.

The Independence Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled its new brand identity. The changes include a new logo as well as the independence Chamber Mobile App.

GO! Network, Inc. announced today that it will close its doors June 26, 2012. The competitive realities for donor dollars today made it difficult to maintain the financial viability of the organization.

Nick Gilham offering ‘jolting’ insights into LinkedIn and social media marketing for nonprofits

Who Is The Holy Spirit? Find out from Steve and Kathy Gray and key members of their leadership team who will be teaching a practical, curriculum-based seminar on how they operate in the power of the Holy Spirit. You can flow in the Holy Spirit too!

Elizabeth Hix from Olathe, Kansas, a student at Olathe South High School, placed as a semi-finalist at the 29th annual English-Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition in NYC. Elizabeth won the ESU Kansas City Branch regional competition.

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan St. Louis hosted its annual Adelante Awards on Friday, April 27.

A recent survey indicates the favorable perception of Missouri's business climate has increased from 18 percent in 2008 to 42 percent in 2011.

5th Annual Event Highlights the Successes of College Bound Students

The St. Charles Community College Foundation is doubling the rhythm and the ribs for its third annual fundraiser, Rhythm and Ribs, set for 6-10 p.m. Friday, May 18, on the college’s campus in Cottleville.

Vicki LaRose, Civil Design, Inc., president and the 2012 Missouri Small Business Person of the Year, will be the keynote speaker presenting, “The Forgotten Heroes,” at the Missouri Venture Forum (MVF) May 4 breakfast meeting.

Wired Impact, a web design firm focused on nonprofits, is excited to launch its new website which offers a variety of resources to nonprofit organizations.

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan St. Louis welcomes Carlos Izcaray, renowned Opera and Orchestra conductor, as the keynote speaker at the annual Adelante Awards, held Friday, April 27 at the Sheraton Westport Lakeside Chalet Hotel.

The Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition is proud to announce the Sixth Annual Old Bags™ event, a silent auction of designer handbags, and the greatest girls’ night out in town! April 24th at the Frontenac Hilton Hotel from 6 to 9 p.m.

Art Expose – what is it? It’s an opportunity for you, or your group or organization to bring art to your neighborhood – however you define it! Businesses, churches, civic groups, or individuals, we can all use a little more art in our lives.

In open-minded musical collaboration, American songwriter Kelly Myers chooses to work exclusively with Congolese pop singer, Jose Hendrix. From Kansas City, MO to Kinshasa, D.R. Congo their inventive true world pop CD gains nod of Grammy producer.

The International Association of Conference Centers–Americas announces three scholarships this year to deserving students in hospitality programs.

LLS Mid-America Chapter, Southwest Missouri Man & Woman of the Year 2012 candidates Becky Overend (Nexstar Broadcasting) and Seth Elliott (Parlor 88) are hosting a fundraising happy hour event at Parlor 88 South in Springfield on Thursday, April 5.

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Midamerica Southwest Missouri chapter announce that Man and Woman is returning to Springfield, Mo., and we are pleased to announce the seven candidates we have running this year for Man and Woman of the Year.

"Article of Significant Interest, sighting the extreme norovirus flexibility suggested by these results may allow for broad antibody recognition, a finding of potential vaccine significance.”

Don’t be left green with envy … Tickets going fast for “A Wicked Good Time,” the annual auction and dinner gala benefiting Marian Middle School.

Christy Leming, principal of Marian Middle School, was recently named a 2011-2012 Peabody Logos Leader in Education. The honor recognizes educators within the St. Louis area.

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) name Emma Grace Heppner, age 5, and Ethan Hite, age 9, their 2012 Southwest Missouri Boy and Girl of the Year.

Groundbreaking campaign uses the power of personal networks to “connect for good” and benefit hundreds of charities worldwide

Pastors around the world are making plans to attend the Sozo Conference in Kansas City at World Revival Church. Pastor Steve Gray, a pastor to pastors, will speak specifically to the pastors attending the conference during an exclusive lunch session.

Feeding the 5000, Inc. organization located in Grandview, MO just outside of Kansas City, has added 32 different sites to our program to provide snacks and hot meals to kids in after school programs.

The action begins when doors open at 6:30 pm., with brain-teasing trivia games and contests beginning at 7:30 p.m. Free beer, soda and snacks will be served to all participants.

PaleoFX Partners announces kick-off of the PaleoFX Ancestral Momentum - Theory to Practice Symposium, March 14-17 held at the Stark Center located on the University of Texas-Austin campus.

Big River Telephone Employees Talk with Optimists Club about Events

Pete and Mac's Recreational Resort for Pets, Kansas City, MO is holding a Mardi Gras Yappy Hour to support MoKan Boxer Rescue. Tues, Feb 21, 4 - 7pm. $5 donation at the door. Raffle tickets on sale now. Great food and fun, great prizes, good deed.

Furry Kids Refuge is the guest of honor at a Sweetheart themed Yappy Hour on Wed, Feb 15th, to support pet rescue efforts. The Yappy Hour, hosted by Pete and Mac’s Lee's Summit, MO will raise funds with a $5 at the door donation and a raffle.

The nonprofit, Connections to Success announces the election of three new members to its board of directors. The organization is excited to enhance its capabilities by creating a more diversified board with leaders from different business areas.

5O1CONNECT Launches ‘Day of Service’ St. Louis initiative to help bring together greater St. Louis area nonprofits and volunteers with special, short-duration service opportunities for every type of civic-minded person or group.

The International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) is clarifying its role as the standard bearer of the meetings industry.

Mike London and Fred Goldsmith Recognized at AFCA Convention.

Humane Society of Greater Kansas City is holding a supplies donation drive from now through Super Bowl Sunday, Feb 5th, 2012, to support pet rescue efforts. Supply donations can be dropped at any Kansas City area Pete and Mac's Pet Resort.

Ed Mayuga, AMM Communications principal, will present at the inaugural meeting of the Leadership & Strategy Speaker Series presented by Friends & Alumni of St. Charles Community College, Charter Business and the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce.

Two area young friends organizations have joined together to host the second annual “Jazz Under the Stars,” a much-needed break from the winter blues and fundraiser to support the efforts of the Saint Louis Science Center and Jazz St. Louis.

501Connect Is Honored To Participate In Gallop's Unique Charitable Awareness and Fundraising Initiative

Law Firm is Enhancing its Support for Non-Profits with Unique Charitable Awareness and Fundraising Initiative

Women – arise! Get equipped to be the most effective woman you can be at the Arise 2012 Christian Women’s Conference in Kansas City. Join hundreds of christian women as they converge at this conference for a time of restoration and healing!

As a website that keeps your most important memories forever, LiveOn thought it a natural fit to help families facing terminal illness. That’s why they’ve started a charitable branch called LiveOn Cares.

National Center for Fathering giving away two tickets to one lucky dad.

The winners of the 2011 Central West End (CWE) Window Walk were announced today. Herbie’s Vintage ’72, decorated as “The Polar Express,” placed first in both the “Celebrity Judges” and “People’s Choice” categories.

Peter J. Stockmann, President of the International Association of Conference Centers-Americas has announced the election of new directors for a two-year term from January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2013.

Eric Greitens, Judge Jimmie Edwards and Rev. Dr. Martin Rafanan to be named Paul Harris Fellows from friendly “Baseball Wagers” between Mayors and Rotary Clubs of St. Louis, Philadelphia, Milwaukee and Dallas

The National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies Charitable Foundation announced today that Alan Protzel, director at The Marketing Alliance (TMA), was elected to its board of directors for a three-year term beginning in 2012.

St. Louis-Based Sunset Transportation Organized Logistics, Transported 50 Truckloads in 9 Hours

Ed and Ann Marie Mayuga, principals for the St. Louis-based public relations firm, AMM Communications LLC, public relations consultants of St. Louis, will present “Using Social Media PR Strategy to Land Your Next Job,” Dec. 6 at GO! Network.

Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition Announces 3,300 Holiday Wishes From Metro St. Louis Foster Children Are Waiting to Be Granted Right Now

Making America’s Largest One-Day Food Drive Possible: Trucking Companies and Drivers Donated Equipment, Services, Gasoline to Transport 1.8 Million Pounds of Donated Canned Goods

The 2011 Central West End (CWE) Window Walk kicks off its official two-week store-front window competition with a family fun-filled event Saturday, December 3, featuring Santa, a live ice sculptor demonstration and chestnuts roasting on an open fire.