Jazz Prodigy Eric Reed to Perform at Get a Life Childcare Foundation's First Annual 'Jazz to Support Life' Event
Mon, 30 Jun 2008, 19:15:42 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Get a Life Childcare Foundation, the only non-profit foundation in the nation dedicated to caring for children whose parents or siblings are living with chronic or terminal illness, will be holding their first annual Jazz to Support Life event benefiting the foundation's second child care facility in West Los Angeles.

Nonprofit Executives Converge on Washington, DC to Address Workforce Crisis Facing the Sector
Tue, 20 May 2008, 17:52:43 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The 2008 Nonprofit Human Resources Conference to be held in Washington, DC on September 28 - 29, 2008, hosted by Nonprofit HR Solutions, is the first of a series of annual events designed to bring together nonprofit human resources practitioners, executives, thought leaders, and researchers from diverse organizations nationwide. Attendees will address the significant human resources challenge facing the nonprofit sector.

Senator George J. Mitchell to Receive 2008 Eisenhower Medal for Leadership and Service
Mon, 12 May 2008, 08:50:12 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHILADELPHIA, Pa., May 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eisenhower Fellowships has announced that it will present the 2008 Dwight D. Eisenhower Medal for Leadership and Service to former U.S. Senate Majority Leader George J. Mitchell. Eisenhower Chairman General Colin L. Powell USA (Retired) will present the award to Senator Mitchell at its annual board of trustees' dinner in Philadelphia on May 15, 2008.

Sister Schools, an Educational Non Profit, hosts nine Ugandan Children on Seattle Area School Tour
Fri, 09 May 2008, 14:45:12 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SEATTLE, Wash., May 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sister Schools, a Seattle based non-profit that partners schools in Washington State with Schools in Uganda, East Africa, will host a group of nine Ugandan students on the 2008 Suubi Tour of the Seattle area. The tour will run from Thursday, May 8 through Tuesday, June 10.

Air Charter Association of North America Adopts Safety and Quality Assurance Program
Mon, 05 May 2008, 08:32:25 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BOSTON, Mass., May 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Air Charter Association of North America (ACANA), a non-profit organization dedicated to recognizing and promoting the highest standards of ethics, integrity and professionalism in the air charter industry has announced that ACANA members now have the ability to utilize Wyvern/PASS.

A Night of Inspiration: Summa Children's Foundation Honors USC Coach Pete Carroll for Anti-Gang Initiatives
Tue, 29 Apr 2008, 13:11:30 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., April 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly 900 people gathered on the evening of April 23rd for the Summa Children's Foundation's second annual gala, with a star-studded audience raising nearly $750,000 to honor USC football coach Pete Carroll and his non-profit organization A Better LA, for its work against gang violence. Actors Goldie Hawn, Henry Winkler and Sidney Poitier and sports legend Bruce Jenner joined in honoring Carroll.

'Freedom Run' to Benefit 9/11 Responders - Motorcycle Rally and Festival at Liberty State Park
Fri, 25 Apr 2008, 20:14:42 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HACKENSACK, N.J., April 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Over 2,000 motorcycles are expected to roll past New York's 'Ground Zero' on Saturday, May 10, as they participate in the 'Freedom Run' motorcycle rally and festival. Riding side-by-side, the motorcycles are anticipated to stretch for five miles and will pay tribute to the 9/11 first responders of the FealGood Foundation who are now gravely ill as a result of their service at the site of the World Trade Center collapse.

World Heavyweight Champion, Joe Hip, to Coach Indian Youth and Spar at Spooner, Wisconsin's Olympic Hopefuls Benefit
Fri, 11 Apr 2008, 19:14:21 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SPOONER, Wis., April 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Native Voices Foundation (NVF) is hosting a Future Olympian's Day Benefit in Spooner, Wisconsin, on April 16, at their Northwest Sports Complex. 'Thanks to Heavyweight Boxing Champion of the World, Joe Hip (Blackfeet), and 2003 Native American Heavyweight Champion, Harry Funmaker ('Ho-Chunk Hammer') coaching the region's rising stars,' said Suzy 'Chapstick' Chaffee, NVF's organizer.

Educational Wildfire Resource Empowers Homeowners and Aids Firefighters
Fri, 04 Apr 2008, 09:00:55 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
GRANITE BAY, Calif., April 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Prepare Stay Defend (PSD), a California non-profit organization, has launched a web site that empowers homeowners against wildfires; they are the first organization of its kind to support homeowners, nationwide, through their educational web site and on-line fire training.

Prince of Peace Kids Sow for Second Harvest
Thu, 03 Apr 2008, 09:35:04 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
COSTA MESA, Calif., April 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today was a perfect Southern California day for students at Prince of Peace Christian School: warm, sunny, with a 100% chance of learning. Students from pre-school to sixth grade observed and tended their seedling crop. The young plants are three to four inches high and ready to be harvested and transplanted to a field where food is farmed specifically for the benefit of local families in need.

Six Year-Old Indian Is Nastar National Ski Champion
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 14:43:19 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo., March 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'I won the gold because everyone helped me,' said 6 year-old Oglala-Sioux, Delaney Tyon, at Nastar's National Ski Championships, according to Olympic skier Suzy 'Chapstick' Chaffee, co-chair of Native Voices Foundation (NVF). The event including Canada and Australia, was held at Steamboat Springs, Colorado, last week.

Friends of Dogwood Fundraising Efforts - Atlanta Dogwood Festival
Thu, 20 Mar 2008, 09:38:02 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ATLANTA, Ga., March 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For its 72nd year, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival has added Friends of Dogwood Events that will allow festival goers to enjoy a private restaurant tasting, beverage samples and even access to private restrooms during the festival. The perks continue throughout the year with a variety of Friends of Dogwood events and partnerships with other organizations.

Columbia Tower Club Opens its Doors for 5th Annual Monte Carlo Casino Night and Charity Auction
Thu, 13 Mar 2008, 10:22:30 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SEATTLE, Wash., March 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Incredible glamour, amazing intrigue, and a worthy cause are back for another round in one of Seattle's most popular fund-raisers, the Columbia Tower Club's 5th annual Monte Carlo Casino Night on Saturday, April 19th, 2008.

International Group Launches Plan For Global Commons
Wed, 05 Mar 2008, 07:39:41 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PHILADELPHIA, Pa., March 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An unprecedented move to gather worldwide commentary on a new 'global commons' was announced today in Berlin by an international coalition including the Philadelphia nonprofit organization, Centre for Global Negotiations.

Shopping Locally to Help Women Globally
Mon, 25 Feb 2008, 07:59:56 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
AKRON, Pa., Feb. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Every year on March 8, millions gather in rallies and parades around the world to honor the achievements of women on International Women's Day, an occasion relatively unknown in the United States. Fair trade retailer Ten Thousand Villages will join forces with a national domestic violence prevention organization to celebrate the event in March.

14th Annual Ely Winter Festival Feb 1-10 Features Snow Sculptures, Entertainment for the Whole Family
Mon, 21 Jan 2008, 13:05:59 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELY, Minn. - Jan. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Preparations are underway for the ten-day Ely Winter Festival being held February 1-10, 2008 in Ely, Minnesota. The cornerstone of the festival is the International Snow Sculpting Symposium in Whiteside Park with 20 'amateur' blocks and 20 large 'expert' blocks each carved by a three-person team.

A Balanced Approach to Fire Protection Offers the Greatest Benefits
Fri, 02 Nov 2007, 10:40:03 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
IRVING, Texas - Nov. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A balanced approach to fire protection that includes the installation of both fire detection and suppression systems will save lives according to the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), and for that reason, NBFAA urges that consumers support two legislative initiatives now pending in Congress.

Local Rotary Club Puts 'Fun' Back in Fund Raising
Tue, 16 Oct 2007, 19:48:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Oct. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Got talent? Then the Rotary Club of Jacksonville - Oceanside is looking for you! Participate in the Club's first Talent Explosion, a competition featuring on-line voting for your favorite performance on YouTube.com. Oceanside Rotary Charities is a 501c (3) not for profit organization.

20th Year Anniversary of The Peninsula Golf Challenge Benefiting Local Nonprofit for At-Risk Youth
Tue, 02 Oct 2007, 22:35:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - Oct. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Golfers from all over the Bay Area will tee off to support Friends for Youth a nonprofit mentoring organization as the agency marks the 20th year of its Annual Golf Challenge at the exclusive Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club in Menlo Park. A full field of golfers is expected to attend this milestone event - Friends For Youth's most important fundraiser of the year.

GRACE Founder, Natasha Martin, Goes Beyond Microfinance and Reviews Grant Proposals to Help Grassroots Community-Based NGOs in Africa Address HIV/AIDS Epidemic
Wed, 19 Sep 2007, 18:05:00 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. - Sept. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Natasha Martin, founder of Grassroots Alliance for Community Education, G.R.A.C.E. explains 'where the money goes' for grant and microfinance projects to a group of philanthropists in Northern California. These donors learn the complexities in deciding which three Kenyan grassroots community-based NGO (non-governmental organization) projects should be the recipient of a five thousand dollar grant.

The National Children's Oral Health Foundation and Previser Announce Initiative to Reduce Oral Disease Among Disadvantaged Populations
Tue, 10 Jul 2007, 13:45:00 EDT — Edited by Chris Simmons
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - July 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Children's Oral Health Foundation (NCOHF), and PreViser Corporation, today announced a joint initiative to collaborate in an effort to improve the oral health of low income children nationwide. The NCOHF's non-profit mission is to eliminate oral disease, and promote overall health and well-being for economically disadvantaged children.

Study Shows $1.9 Billion in Economic Activity and 44,546 Jobs Are Generated Annually by the Nonprofit Arts and Culture Industry in Pennsylvania
Mon, 11 Jun 2007, 18:56:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HARRISBURG, Pa. - June 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Citizens for the Arts in Pennsylvania (CFA/PA) announced today the results of the economic impact of the nonprofit arts industry in Pennsylvania. These statewide results were compiled as part of the most comprehensive economic impact study of the nonprofit arts and culture industry ever conducted in the United States. Entitled 'Arts & Economic Prosperity III,' the study was conducted in 156 communities and regions.

Tehachapi Hospital Foundation Seeks Funds to Save Rural Critical Access Facility
Wed, 18 Apr 2007, 14:39:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
TEHACHAPI, Calif. - Apr. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Tehachapi Hospital Foundation, an IRS 501(c)(3) organization, is actively seeking funds to build a new hospital in a region between Lancaster and Bakersfield, CA - Tehachapi. The present Tehachapi Hospital is unable to meet state-mandated earthquake safety requirements; the existing structure cannot be retrofitted.

For Your Eyes Only: Columbia Tower Club Opens Doors for Public to Attend 4th Annual Casino Night and Charity Auction
Wed, 28 Feb 2007, 15:00:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SEATTLE, Wash. - Feb. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Incredible glamour, amazing intrigue, and a worthy cause are back for another round in one of Seattle's most popular fund-raisers, the Columbia Tower Club's 4th annual Monte Carlo Casino Night on Saturday, March 24th, 2007. Proceeds of the evening benefit Rise N' Shine and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

EliasFest: Voice of the Voiceless Music Festival to Raise Funds for Zimbabwean Youth
Fri, 23 Feb 2007, 00:01:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SHERBORN, Mass. - Feb. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Elias Fund, Inc. announced today that on May 5, 2007, ten bands from across the Northeast will perform in Acton, Massachusetts, to champion one cause known to thousands by one name: Elias. In honor of this Zimbabwean father of three sons, and on behalf of hundreds of other people and their communities, music fans with change on their minds will come together in Nara Park for EliasFest: The Voice of the Voiceless.

Fairytale Deal Transforms Builder's Surplus into Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's ReStore
Mon, 22 Jan 2007, 13:58:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Jan. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Who says wishes don't come true? Call it a fairytale ending, the ultimate Christmas gift, an answered prayer, or just good karma, but something magical happened at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity (TCHFH) this past holiday season.

Vibrant Valentines Jewelry Helps African Families Leave Poverty Behind, One Bead At A Time
Thu, 18 Jan 2007, 19:26:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
BOULDER, Colo. - Jan. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Women can sport strings of pink, red, and purple beads this Valentine's Day to show their caring for industrious African women working their way out of extreme poverty. Nonprofit BeadforLife offers Valentines Day-hued bracelets, necklaces, chokers, and other jewelry - also available in many other vibrant colors - handmade by Ugandan women who are HIV-positive or refugees from a brutal civil war in Uganda, all of whom were living on less than $1 a day.

Recent UCLA Grad Starts Non-Profit, Delivers $30,000 in Medical Supplies to Ethiopia
Fri, 29 Dec 2006, 18:35:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SAN RAMON, Calif. - Dec. 29 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Streams of Life International (SOLI), founded by Ashley Noah, a 23-year old recent UCLA graduate, led a team of volunteers to Ethiopia to provide medical care, donate $30,000 USD in medical supplies, and refurbish a pediatrics room. Their efforts were concentrated at the Assosa Hospital, located in the Benishangul-Gumuz Region of Ethiopia.

Free Indeed Ministries, Inc. Releases Cult Security Alert for State of Florida
Fri, 15 Dec 2006, 17:16:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Dec. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Free Indeed Ministries, Inc., a non-profit trauma organization specializing in helping adult victims of childhood trauma and organized cult activity, has released an alert about an underground cult of extremist activity that is underway in Florida, specifically the Jacksonville area.

Rabuor Village Project: Long Term Care Insurance Will Power a Solution to African Poverty
Thu, 30 Nov 2006, 23:59:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
KIRKLAND, Wash. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Starting this year, long term care insurance, which enhances the security of longer-living Americans, will indirectly improve lives in AIDS-plagued Africa also. Today LTC Financial Partners LLC, the nation's most experienced long term care insurance brokerage, announced that it would contribute 2% of its profits each year to the Rabuor Village Project, a comeback model for villages throughout Africa.

Non-Profit Trauma Recovery Organization Announces Security Alert Program to Increase Abuse Awareness
Thu, 09 Nov 2006, 15:51:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Nov. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Free Indeed Ministries, Inc., a non-profit trauma organization specializing in adult victims of childhood trauma, is launching a national 'Security Alert' division to all state parenting agencies, churches, and concerned civic groups.

Media Advisory - Special Event at the Tempe Improv Benefits Homeless Pets
Mon, 30 Oct 2006, 21:32:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
TEMPE, Ariz. - Oct. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The first annual Comedy for Canines event will be held at the Tempe Improv on Nov. 15, from 5 - 10 p.m. The event will feature comedy from Mark Cordes and Friends with 100 percent of proceeds benefiting the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Animal Safe Hospice (MASH) and Animal Rescue Center (ARC).

Hospice Cremation and Funerals Offers Hope to Families in Need
Mon, 23 Oct 2006, 21:38:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
HARBOUR HEIGHTS, Fla. - Oct. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new company brings hope to those who need it...at a time they need it most. Officials from Hospice Cremation & Funerals, Inc. have announced the company has received IRS approval of a non-profit 501(c)(3) status and is now fully engaged in service. The first organization of its kind, the company is poised to be a 'God-send' for end-of-life patients who cannot afford dignified cremation or funeral services, often due to a financial draining of resources due to an extended illness.

Promise of a New Home May Doom Non Profit Ferret Shelter with Over 100 Animals
Thu, 28 Sep 2006, 17:30:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Sept. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Since the announcement of an anonymous couple being willing to donate to purchase a building for Ferrets Unlimited Ferret Shelter, things have gone horribly wrong. According Shelter Director Jean Caputo-Lee, surrenders are up 70%, couple that with mounting veterinary costs ($9500 in six months), and a severe decline of donations, the shelter is looking at a grim future.

Eyes of America at T.D. Waterhouse Center
Wed, 12 Jul 2006, 21:32:00 EDT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
ORLANDO, FL - July 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Children learn best when they are having fun and Eyes of America's Power Zone Kids is helping to do just that. The organization, part of non-profit Child Watch of North America, Inc., and its youthful musical group recently released their song, Bee Wise Immunize and have recorded the first 3 of 8 songs that will be on their new CD 'Stay Safe, Stay Healthy' set for release in October, 2006.

Igloo Products Corp. Expands its Pink Ribbon Cooler Program
Fri, 02 Jun 2006, 15:55:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher L. Simmons
KATY, TX - June 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Igloo Products Corp. is honored to donate $30,000 to support the fight against breast cancer through the Igloo(R) Pink Ribbon Cooler Program. For the second consecutive year, Igloo Products Corp. has chosen the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation as the recipient of its donation.

Columbia Tower Club Invites Public to Charity Gala, Casino Night
Thu, 06 Apr 2006, 15:43:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
SEATTLE, WA - Apr. 6 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In one of Seattle's most popular fund-raisers, the Columbia Tower Club will hold its third annual Casino Night on Saturday, April 29, on the top floor of the Columbia Center, the tallest building west of the Mississippi. The general public as well as club members may purchase tickets, a departure from the club's members-only norm.

Cartoons on Belarus' President Lukashenka Printed Across Europe
Thu, 09 Mar 2006, 13:36:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
MINSK, Belarus - Mar. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Maidan International welcomes Central European newspapers' solidarity with Belarusian civic activists. Central European newspapers line up with Belarusian cartoonists to show solidarity with the people, who were, and still are, abused by the brutal regime of Belarus' president Aleksander Lukashenko.

Author Patrick Carman and Agros International Donate Children's Books for Literacy Project in Central America
Mon, 13 Feb 2006, 15:47:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
SEATTLE, WA - Feb. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The New York Times best-selling children's author Patrick Carman, and Agros International, a Seattle-based, non-profit organization that works with poor, rural families to help them escape poverty, are teaming up with Scholastic to bring libraries to 25 communities in Central America and Mexico. Carman, best-known for his highly successful 'Land Of Elyon' book series, has made a commitment to put books into the hands of children in Central America and Mexico.

California-based Non-profit Organization Proclaims 2006, 'The Year of the Champion'
Thu, 02 Feb 2006, 14:16:00 EDT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
SAN DIEGO, CA - Feb. 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Be A Champion Foundation established the 'Be a Champion Program' in 2001, and supports youth (K-12) in the areas of leadership/character development, reading literacy, computer education, health education, mentoring and scholarship. The Be A Champion Foundation has campaigned to motivate youth to higher standards of physical and mental fitness and has declared 2006, 'The Year of the Champion.'

The Newcomen Society Names Dan Malloy New Chairman
Wed, 11 Jan 2006, 17:03:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
EXTON, PA - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Newcomen Society of the United States is pleased to announce that Mr. Daniel V. Malloy was recently elected as Chairman of their Board of Trustees. Mr. Malloy currently leads the Financial Risk Management practice of Benfield Inc., one of the world's leading reinsurance intermediaries.

Palo Alto University Rotary Club Funds 10K for El Salvador Based Projects
Fri, 30 Dec 2005, 12:37:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
PALO ALTO, CA - Dec. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As people across the globe are drawn closer together by the Internet and improved telecommunications, Rotary clubs long at the forefront of service have evolved new strategies for bringing their expertise and funding to those in need. Recently, a team of Rotarians from the Palo Alto University Rotary Club completed a two year effort during which the group conducted extensive research.

South End Holiday Market in Boston MA offers a Weekend of Unique Shopping
Tue, 15 Nov 2005, 15:17:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
BOSTON, MA - Nov. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- You'll want to spend the whole weekend at the 2nd Annual South End Holiday Market, Friday, December 9 through Sunday, December 11. The event will benefit Washington Gateway Main Street, a non-profit organization focused on the revitalization of the Washington Street area in Boston's historic South End.

Man Makes Quilt to Help Find a Cure for Cancer
Tue, 01 Nov 2005, 13:28:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
CRAFTSBURY, VT - Nov. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Quilt4Cancer.org, whose objective is to "eliminate the tragedy of cancer in our lifetime," was officially launched today at an event in Derby, Vermont. An advocacy, education and fundraising organization focused on providing support in the fight against cancer, Quilt4Cancer also announced its first fund raising project.

The Newcomen Society Supports Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
Wed, 14 Sep 2005, 15:59:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
EXTON, PA - September 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Newcomen Society of the United States is helping Hurricane Katrina victims by donating 100% of the proceeds of their online sales, from now until December, 31, 2005, to The American Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund and The Salvation Army. The Newcomen Society of the United States is a 501(c)3 non-profit, tax-exempt, educational foundation founded in 1923 to promote, study, and recognize achievement in business and the American system of free enterprise.

The Newcomen Society Honors Kent State University as it Approaches 2nd Century of Service
Wed, 07 Sep 2005, 13:43:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
EXTON, Penn. - September 7 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Newcomen Society of the United States will honor Kent State University and its President, Carol Cartwright, with the prestigious Newcomen Award, at an awards ceremony on Friday, October 7, 2005. Continuing in its 82-year-old tradition of recognizing organizations that have helped promote the American free enterprise system, The Newcomen Society honors Kent State University as an example of academic and innovative excellence.

Connecting Through Dance Celebrates 5 Years of Partnering with the Visually Impaired
Mon, 13 Jun 2005, 13:50:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
OAKLAND, Calif. - June 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Saturday, July 16, Bay area ballroom dancers will gather to honor Connecting Through Dance's fifth year anniversary and raise funds for the non-profit organization that has used dance to bridge the gap between the visually impaired and sighted communities.

VOICES to Receive Prestigious Public Service Award in Recognition of Outstanding Service to Communication Impaired Children
Thu, 14 Apr 2005, 15:28:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The VOICES Association, the national nonprofit organization for children with communication disorders and their families, has been chosen to receive the 2005 Public Service Award from the California Speech-Language Hearing Association (CSHA), it was announced today. VOICES is being recognized because it has made 'a significant contribution to the field of communication disorders' and 'for its outstanding service to children with communication disorders and their families,' according to CSHA

Non-Profit Organizations to Receive $22K in Free PR Grants and Marketing Support
Fri, 28 Jan 2005, 15:55:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Neotrope(R), a brand identity and marketing firm established Jan. 1983, is donating $22K in free public relations and newswire services to worthy non-profit and charitable organizations to celebrate its 22nd anniversary. Neotrope previously donated $25K worth of services in 2000, and has provided discounted or free services to various non-profits for more than 20 years. Organizations may apply for this program starting Jan 28.

Chicago Artists 'Get Inspired' to Help the Homeless - Non-profit Organization Showcases Local Artists Work to Benefit the Homeless
Thu, 27 Jan 2005, 17:57:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
CHICAGO, IL /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Inspiration Corporation is hosting its 12th Annual Inspired Art Auction on Friday, March 18th from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM in the Preston Bradley Hall at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington. Please list this event in your event calendar or plan to attend to cover the event.

Voyage for Life Sets Sail to Encourage Organ Donation
Thu, 20 Jan 2005, 12:54:00 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
MINNEAPOLIS, MN and SAN DIEGO, CA /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Organ Donation for Life, Inc. today announced that Voyage for Life 2005 will embark from San Diego, California in April of this year. Captain Ardell Lien, a heart/kidney transplant recipient, will solo circumnavigate his small sailing vessel around the world to increase awareness about the urgent need for organ donation.

Spinning Straw Into Homes: Necessity Housing to Build Ten 'Straw Panel' Residences in Sri Lanka
Fri, 14 Jan 2005, 15:41:00 EDT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
LOS ANGELES, CA /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Necessity Housing, a nonprofit corporation dedicated to providing economically and environmentally sustainable housing in developing areas around the globe, recently received land and donations adding up to $50,000 for construction of a ten home village in Sri Lanka. The homes will be built out of materials made from straw, an abundant, annually renewable material.

Global Resource Alliance Will Climb Mt. Kilimanjaro to Raise Money for Tanzanian's AIDS Orphans
Thu, 13 Jan 2005, 20:48:00 EDT — Edited by Beverly West
VENTURA, Calif. and MARA, TANZANIA /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Global Resource Alliance today announced that 'AIDS Orphans Summit - Kilimanjaro' will begin on January 22, 2005. GRA Director Lyn Hebenstreit will be joined by GRA team members Tara Blasco, Tania McCracken as well as the leaders of several African non-governmental organizations on this six-day trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for AIDS orphans and community development projects in the Mara region of Tanzania.

100 Computers In 100 Days Will Be Refurbished For Reuse And Used By Community Nonprofits And Public School Teachers Around The Bay Area
Fri, 17 Dec 2004, 19:20:00 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN FRANCISCO, CA /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Computers and Laptops donated this holiday season to Computer Recycling Center's (C.R.C.) End-Of-the-Year Drop-Off event will go to the 'Hundred for One-Hundred' project. 100 computers in 100 days will be refurbished for reuse and used by community nonprofits and public school teachers around the Bay Area. C.R.C. is a 501-c-3 nonprofit organization.