United States Non-profit News

CCUSD and Community Sustainability USA, a nonprofit organization, will launch an innovative pilot project at Linwood E. Howe Elementary to build awareness of sustainability in the school community and inspire behavior change at school and at home.

Grant Putnam is the auctioneer on Saturday, February 25, 2012 for the “Cellar”Bration for Education supporting Mary Woodward PSO. Wine Tasting with Stoller Vineyards, Barking Frog, Panther Creek, Whistling Ridge, and J Albin wineries.

Adopt-A-Future (AAF), a nonprofit organization that raises funds for Conejo Valley Neighborhood for Learning, has named Kevin Dorhout to its board of directors. Dorhout is a family law, estate planning, probate, business and real estate attorney.

The magicians of basketball team up with the wizards of freestyle soccer at Para Los Niños Charter School in a thrilling display of “round ball razzle dazzle” while connecting with students about the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle.

Cash4Books.net announces 100% matching program for DonorsChoose.org donations during the month of February.

Ministry of Intercession, Inc presents the Roast and Toast of Former NFL Wide Receiver Reggie Swinton. The event will be held at the Little Rock Peabody Hotel, March 16, 2012. Proceeds benefit the youth programs at Ministry of Intercession, Inc.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns consumers that scam artists are making phony phone calls claiming to represent the National Do Not Call Registry.

King Kullen, America’s First Supermarket, recently came to the aid of Long Islanders in need by hosting a “Check Out Hunger” campaign in its stores, raising $38,012.

Mrs. Palm Beach America 2012, Cynthia Griner will be volunteering at the Palm Beach Heart Ball this Friday, February 17 held at The Mar-a-Lago Club.

On February 17th, a group of gamers will be playing through the popular video game "Fallout 3" for over sixty hours, all while collecting donations for Child's Play Charity which gives entertainment and hope to those in children's hospitals.

10 Bellevue helps the local food bank. 10 Bellevue employees went door to door in Bellevue, WA to solicit donations. 10 Bellevue exceeded company expectations with over 100 lbs of non-perishable items delivered to HopeLink, a local non-profit.

An autobiographical piece, written & performed by Al Letson, a gifted nationally known performance poet & host of NPR's “State of the Re:Union,” told through monologue, poetry, song and multimedia.

Harleys for Heroes Sweepstakes announced its 2011 winner of the two Harley-Davidson motorcycles and a year's worth of gasoline. Proceeds from the sweepstakes went to the veteran's charity, the Healing Heroes Network.

DBSA-GC's 13th Annual Symposium is designed for consumers of services, family, friends, and coworkers of persons with mood disorders. There will be an extensive examination of mindful decision making in the process of achieving productive living.

Stellar student athletes receive scholarship from 16th Annual Basketball Academy. Downtown Locker Room, James Thomas Hubbard Memorial Scholarships and Academy MVPs Announced.

Goodwill Industries of the Coastal Empire, Inc. will present a Celebrity Fashion Show on March 1 at The Historic Ritz Theatre in Downtown Brunswick.

Winners Announced for the “Academy Awards for Nonprofits”

Fundraising gala hosted by Jubilee Arts to celebrate the art of urban dance and to support arts programming for underserved youth and families in Baltimore City

TRENTON – The Candlelight Concert for Epilepsy Awareness will be held on March 24, 2012 at The Patriots Theater in Trenton to raise funds and awareness of epilepsy.

Last week a 6 year-old was tragically killed by a supposed "Service Dog." Let's use this tragic accident to create awareness of rampant problem of what we term Imposter Service Dogs and suggest actions to help avoid repeats of these horrible events?

NAFA Fleet Management Association will help raise funds for St. Jude's Children's Hospital via a silent auction during the Association's annual conference in April.

CCUSD and Community Sustainability USA, a nonprofit organization, will launch an innovative pilot project at Linwood E. Howe Elementary to build awareness of sustainability in the school community and inspire behavior change at school and at home.

Monday, February 13, 2012 is a date that will go down in history for Wolcott Grange. It's the date that began a new chapter in the community as the family-oriented group reorganized and when the Connecticut State Grange reinstated their Charter.

Listeners in Elko and the surrounding area of northern Nevada can now enjoy KNPR news, talk and classical music programming on KLKR, Elko 89.3 FM.

Giving back to others who are less fortunate is something that is dear to Andrea’s heart, and is attached to her purpose as a rising star in the music and entertainment industry.

License renewal and continuing education information for Iowa-licensed psychologists.

United Charitable Programs' professional standards of operations can ease concerns of nonprofit fiscal sponsorship in the philanthropic world.

Claridge Court Announces New Hires Selene Madrid and Catherine Solie

Pine Ridge Vineyards announced today the relaunch of its Buy a Bottle, Plant a Tree campaign in partnership with American Forests.

Appalachian Trail Museum begins third season with new manager.

On Saturday, March 31, 2012, family, friends and fans will honor Darrell Lance Abbott, better known to most as "Dimebag" Darrell or simply "Dime" with a Motorcycle Run to benefit Kids Charity of Tampa Bay, a nonprofit organization

Following a successful canned food drive promotion, organic produce and natural grocery delivery service gives back to those in need

Student dancers from 12 area schools and 2 dance studios raise more than $2,500.00 for Dancers Responding to AIDS (DRA).

More studies are offering evidence of a causal relationship.

Industry leaders from across the fluid power supply chain will converge on Hawaii, March 7-10, 2012 for the 2012 NFPA Annual Conference, one of the best opportunities for industry decision-makers to come together for education and networking.

Four Delta Company "Desert Rats" 405th Civil Affairs Battalion, Receive Lenovo Netbooks Before Being Deployed to Afghanistan on a Civil Affairs Mission

Grant Putnam is the auctioneer on Saturday, February 25, 2012 for the “Cellar”Bration for Education supporting Mary Woodward PSO. Wine Tasting with Stoller Vineyards, Barking Frog, Panther Creek, Whistling Ridge, and J Albin wineries.

Catering to managers from around the world who want to become more knowledgeable about Social Media and Crisis Management, ICOR and C4CS® have launched an e-Learning course entitled "Harnessing the Power of Social Media in Crisis Management."

Easter Bunny and many other costumed characters. Departures 9:30 am,12 noon and 2:30 pm. Run as a fundraiser to help railroad historic preservation.

Nancy Gruver, Founder of New Moon Girls, has joined the faculty of the Global Alliance for Preventing Relational Aggression (GAPRA). Gruver is the fifth national expert to step up to provide bully prevention training to schools and individuals.

Bailey’s Fine Jewelry donated nearly $30,000 to charities in 2011 through the A Time to Give program, created by the Bailey family as a way to support and give back to the community, while providing watch battery replacements to patrons.

Local Nonprofit Presented U.S. Marine Sgt. Carlos Evans And Family With New Home In 2011

Florida Public Employees Partnership releases special video appeal from wife/mother/veteran corrections officer, as part of final push to defeat SB 2038, the Republican Party of Florida's controversial prison privatization bill.

Employees guide ISTS’ charitable efforts through annual initiative

Adopt-A-Future (AAF), a nonprofit organization that raises funds for Conejo Valley Neighborhood for Learning, has named Kevin Dorhout to its board of directors. Dorhout is a family law, estate planning, probate, business and real estate attorney.

AFP New Jersey Chapter receives the Ten Star Award for performing specific activities designed to increase professionalism within fundraising and public awareness of the importance of philanthropy.

Thanks to Gulfside Regional Hospice Gift of Presence volunteers, Gulfside’s patients do not have to be alone at the end of their life. Instead patients take comfort in having a trained volunteer with them during their last moments.

Los Boy Scouts estan Triste con el Anuncio de la Caida de nuestro Eagle Scout, Patterson

TAALK offers CSA Best Practices training to parents and teachers in the Miramonte community free of charge

February 5 marks the first anniversary of the New START agreement between the United States and Russia. An open letter signed by organizations and individuals from around the world expresses concerns to Obama and Medvedev.

The magicians of basketball team up with the wizards of freestyle soccer at Para Los Niños Charter School in a thrilling display of “round ball razzle dazzle” while connecting with students about the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle.

Cash4Books.net announces 100% matching program for DonorsChoose.org donations during the month of February.

You're Invited as Aaron Baddely shares his story. Great photo opportunity.

Saint Paul’s College is the proud recipient of a $1,000 donation from the Brunswick Literacy Council (BLC).

Cindy Shadron is the Executive Director of The Forgotten Ones charitable ministries. Cindy's vision is to implement the Shiloh Ranch for aging foster children and homeless who have outgrown the government run system.

Top Ten Ways to Help Animals on Valentine's Day According to Igor Purlantov

Ministry of Intercession, Inc presents the Roast and Toast of Former NFL Wide Receiver Reggie Swinton. The event will be held at the Little Rock Peabody Hotel, March 16, 2012. Proceeds benefit the youth programs at Ministry of Intercession, Inc.

Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina warns consumers that scam artists are making phony phone calls claiming to represent the National Do Not Call Registry.

LATISM chapters to host Social Media Week events in Washington DC, Miami FL, New York NY and San Francisco CA

Homeopathy Institute of the Pacific (HIP) will establish public health clinics in San Francisco to treat returning veterans with homeopathy—an approach that has seen positive results in a six-year pilot program in the Bay area.

The law firm of Baker, Zimmerman & Perez is a proud sponsors of the 4th Annual Florida Panthers Foundation Golf Classic on February 20th at the Parkland Golf & Country Club.

Local Indianapolis women's organization is hosting a free meet and greet to share information about the group and its activities.

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.

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.

Successfully Achieving an Outstanding Number of Registered Volunteers around the World

King Kullen, America’s First Supermarket, recently came to the aid of Long Islanders in need by hosting a “Check Out Hunger” campaign in its stores, raising $38,012.

Collection agency donates more than $30,000 to charity and offers up over 300 employee volunteer hours in 2011

Julie Laudicina, Recipient of the Knot award…shares her success with her online business, Kicks-off Series of free workshops online business practices and ecommerce.

CACFP Sponsors eligible for $100 gift card as they are encouraged to share ideas for observing CACFP Week on ChildCareInfo.com

Do you know an awesome single parent? If so, we want to recognize them at our upcoming Annual Single Parent Brunch to be held at the Cortez Hill Family Center.