United States Non-profit News

AIWN’s screening of Miss Representation, an award-winning documentary film about the role of the media in shaping women’s perception of their own power and potential for leadership, made a big impact on audience members in Atlanta.

Global consumer footwear company Brown Shoe Company and their Famous Footwear retail stores have joined as sponsors of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military.

As part of National Small Business Week, May 20-26, Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina reminds local small business owners of resources that provide assistance for little to no charge.

Heather Fitzenhagen, an attorney, mediator and marketing director for Condo & HOA Law Group, PLLC, has been appointed as a member of the Founding Board of Directors for the new non-profit Betty Allen Ovarian Cancer Foundation.

The Flagler County Chamber of Commerce & Affiliates recently welcomed SERVPRO of Flagler County as its newest benefactor.

Major charitable partner provides programs geared to Metro-Atlanta youth that encourage formal music education.

Chapman Partnership answers an increased need for sheltering the homeless, together with its public sector partner Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust, by opening a new 44-bed family dormitory this summer in downtown Miami.

Essentials for Young Lives® Drive, a community-wide effort to collect essential baby items like diapers and formula for homeless infants and toddlers in the metro Atlanta area collected over 63,000 items!

Shoot 2 Score Hoops (S2S), a non-profit organization created to give back to the Houston-area youth and surrounding community, is focusing on developing the next generation of healthier and successful children through basketball training.

Sites in Skid Row, Westlake and Temple Beaudry serve as hubs for the Senderos program, which aims to transform parents into community leaders

Ingenuity, enthusiasm, paper, water, and wind combine to raise money for a wonderful cause.

For the past 10 years, Pastor Mac Hammond’s church, Living Word Christian Center, has transformed 3 of its summer church services into community service nights. The mission of these events is to bless their community with random acts of kindness.

The Library Foundation of Martin County is pleased to announce two new board members, Lois McGuire and Carrie Kinzer Philipbar.

Former boxing star and champion Ray Mercer continues to help make a difference in the lives of inner city youth though Find A Dream

BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military.

United Way and Miss National US Incorporated join forces to help students across the country improve reading skills and build positive attitudes about education

“Eliza Neals,” the Detroit award winning blues rock singer and “Pink Pump” the chic boutique will celebrate the new store "P2 Exchange" on June 28th 2012 @7pm. Eliza will perform and 10% of the proceeds from new album sales go to MusiCares®!

A new series on radio and the web to provide a comprehensive investigation into mortgage crimes. No program in the press or media has taken on to expose in detail this story that has bought our nation much pain and suffering. This is a

Save the Date for Friday, June 29th, 2012 for The Second Annual Herm Edwards Charity Golf Tournament in Monterey!

JR's Comedy Club, Valencia CA, to host Comedy for Law Enforcement, Friday, June 1st at 8 p.m. to benefit Wives Behind the Badge, Inc.

Since 2009, mybergen.com, the popular northern New Jersey website, has featured hundreds of videos from events in Mahwah, NJ and many other North Jersey communities.

Chosen Ministries to partner with Rescue International to Provide Aid to Needy Children in the Cape Town, South Africa Township of Kayamandi.

Local 342, Concerned Union Workers, New York State Assemblyman Rory Lancman, and RWDSU Local 338 Call on Bishop of Brooklyn Nicholas DiMarzio to End Queens Home’s Damaging Staff Cutting Policies

Women Marines of all ages to meet in Philadelphia. A gathering of Marines from WWII to active duty, our Marines and auxiliary members meet to discuss National business and work as we lead the organization into the future.

On June 1, the Trenton Ecumenical Area Ministry (TEAM), which seeks to generate reconciliation and harmony among diverse Mercer County groups, will honor several area church parishioners and Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County.

University Movers are proud sponsors of the 3rd annual Charity Golf Tournament benefitting Hugs for Cubs

KEEN, Inc. and FootZone are the winners of The Conservation Alliance Outstanding Partnership Awards for 2012.

The Latino Entrepreneurial Network (LEN) of SE WI recently hosted a Small Business Conference with the Multicultural Entrepreneurial Institute (MEI) in Milwaukee, WI helping over 100 Entrepreneurs Learn About Tangible Business Opportunities.

Come to Pulitzer Fountain to Walk Against Aids May 20th, Online Fundraiser Begins Midnight May 18th with TriForce GameMaster!

The Howard County Citizens Association (HCCA) held its 50th annual meeting on May 14, with election of a new board of directors and an excellent general discussion of residents concerns and possible HCCA priorities for the coming year.

In a room packed with volunteers, board members, community leaders and legislators, Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County (ICGMC), recently honored hundreds of its Mercer County volunteer caregivers.

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.

The staff of Brandywine Senior Living at Middlebrook Crossing, a premier assisted living services provider in NJ, is starting a monthly fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimer's Association, beginning Thursday, May 24th with a Bake Sale.

The Semper Fi Fund, a nonprofit providing financial support for injured and critically ill members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families, has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride.

Cynthia Griner will be representing Palm Beach at the Mrs. Florida US Continental 2012 Pageant. This year’s Mrs. Florida US Continental Pageant will be held on May 27th at 7:00 at the Palm Beach State College, Eissey Campus Theatre.

DanceCenter Invites Las Vegas Community to Help Support Arts Camp For Kids with Intellectual Disabilities

Limited tickets available for a space-age celebration that lands in the Big Apple on May 23 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of one of America’s first manned space launches with Mercury astronaut Scott Carpenter and more celebrity guests.

PORON® Cushioning will sponsor of the Law Enforcement Torch Run benefitting Special Olympics CT. PORON Cushioning will donate $1 to the Special Olympics CT* for every new “Like” it receives on its Facebook page from May 17 – 25, 2012.

Mike and Nate Bike from Key West to Niagara Falls beginning June 25th Benefitting The Wounded Warrior Project

Mt. Washington Elementary in North East Los Angeles, is holding a benefit concert to SAVE THE ARTS: A Night of Music this Saturday, May 19th in the Multi Purpose Room at Mt. Washington Elementary. $10 Adults, $5 Children - Box Dinners for sale

Nurse Practitioner Healthcare Foundation announces the recipients of the 2011-2012 Purdue Pharma Pain Management Awards, to educate and research in the area of pain management. Five awards of $5K each were given to nurse practitioners and students.

Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey – Space still available at Girl Scout Summer Camp for all girls entering grades 1 – 12. A variety of programs are available for Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts.

A Summer To Serve challenges two brothers to experience the full spectrum of volunteering this summer. From high level strategic work with non-profits and entrepreneurs, to manual labor on highways and farms, they will do it all.

Hemp Heals Music Festival, featuring ska-punkers Sublime with Rome, hip-hop heavyweights Cypress Hill and punk-reggae group Pepper, is hitting Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing this summer on Saturday, August 25th. Tickets ON SALE NOW LiveNation.com,

The Klein United Methodist Youth Choir from Spring, Texas will present a program on Thursday, June 7th at 7:00 pm at Dillon Community Church in Dillon. The choir primarily performs praise and worship music songs led by acoustic guitar.

Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay Appoints Hype Group the Task of Creating New Campaign

The Caring Canvas Goes on the Road Again! Southampton, NY Welcomes a Day of Art with Alternatives for Children

Great Escape Theaters will partner with Make-A-Wish® Georgia and Alabama during May in an effort to raise $40,000 to help make the wishes of local children come true. Movie goers can make a $1 donation at the box-office when purchasing tickets.

FXB International's Tracer Study includes findings that, from their starting point as the poorest households in their communities, FXB-Village participants show greatly increased income and savings, and access to clean drinking water and education.

The board of directors of Blind Children's Learning Center names Kathleen Buehler as President and Executive Director to lead the strategic planning for the future direction of the 50-year-old nonprofit organization.