Funding from The Tony and Renee Marlon Charitable Foundation will help students from a Las Vegas elementary school receive reading books and literacy services through Spread the Word Nevada.
iGotITtoo announces today that the Google, Inc. Charitable Giving Fund of the Tides Foundation has generously awarded a gift of $250,000 to expand our work across New York City. iGotITtoo is a non-profit organization working to empower underserved communities by providing training in fundamental computer skills and education regarding social services.
Nathan Jurczyk is encouraging people to give thanks this holiday season by finding local volunteer opportunities. "The holiday season is a perfect reminder of the abundance in our lives and a great time to help out those less fortunate." notes Nathan Jurczyk.
For its 2010 efforts EMBRACE received a City Council Resolution, from Councilman Carl Demaio, a California Legislature Assembly Resolution, from Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher and a Proclamation from the City of San Diego, from Mayor Jerry Sanders.
Camp Healing Powers, a division of Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, accepted a donation from Dr. Steven Warfield and The Back Institute on Saturday, November 20th. Sherry Hogan, the director of Camp Healing Powers was on hand to accept the check and thank Dr. Warfield and the staff of The Back Institute.
Phelps Stokes received a grant to implement a Health Leadership Development Initiative for Afro-Colombian high school students who have shown an interest in pursuing a career in the health sciences.
Diablo magazine and sponsors Wells Fargo, John Muir Health and others recognize a special group of volunteers who help strengthen the fabric of our community.
On Wednesday, December 1, 2010, from 6:30 pm - 8:30pm, Cocktails4Causes will host their inaugural event at The Drake Hotel. The Drake Hotel will be donating 50% of the bar proceeds to the Living Kidney Donors Network. This event is free to the public, and event information can be found at http://www.cocktails4causes.eventbrite.com.
Jerry Jaramillo also spent time volunteering for the 2010 Special Olympics held in Orlando, Florida. Special Olympics Florida serves 15,000 athletes and offers competition in 20 different team and individual sports. During the 2010 games, Jerry spent his time helping escort athletes to the location of their heats and helped present awards at the final ceremony. "Spending time with the Special Oly
PressPray.com has unveiled their widely anticipated online platform to bring prayer to patients in need. The website allows anyone to create a profile and instantly connect with other patients dealing with similar difficulties while allowing friends and family to stay updated on progress and offer support and prayer.
Children Are Us Foundation of Taiwan is to hold "2010 International Conference - Social Enterprise of Employment for Disability" on December 2, 2010 at Taipei Y17 Youth Recreation Center.
The Tournament of Roses Queen and Rose Princesses took time to enjoy afternoon tea and crafts with young girls living at Hillsides, a Pasadena foster care children's charity.
During the holidays, the financial challenge of meeting a family's needs are greater. With support from the community, Hillsides Family Center is able to provide relief to families struggling during the holidays.
Owner of Raleigh's English Garden Florist Will Help Attendees Spruce up their Homes for the Holiday Season at Assistance League® of Raleigh's Signature Fundraising Event.
"We are committed to follow the path of non-violence and peace. Standing here at the border, I can feel the wave of love and peace from across. I urge the citizens of both the countries to recognize the voice of peace within and create a violence-free world," said spiritual leader and Art of Living founder, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at the Wagah border in Amritsar today, addressing 5000 people from Punjab.