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New Grants From Foundations and Corporations for July 14, 2011 Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:31PMFollowing are grants of $20,000 and more made by foundations, companies, and other private sources and published by The Chronicle on July 14, 2011. New grants are posted every Thursday.
JEF taps local celebs for drive Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:48PMTwo celebrities have lent their name to the Jacksonville Education Foundation’s membership drive.
University kicks off college experience program Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:47PMBy: T.N. KingFOCUS engages students in the arts The University welcomed ninth graders across East Baton Rouge Parish on Monday to experience a two-week college experience program. 'Focusing On College and Unlimited Success' is an arts, humanities and science summer immersion program offered and ...
Hacienda Heights science program extended to La Puente Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:36PMStudents at Sparks Elementary and Baldwin Academy in La Puente got a helping hand in math and science this summer, thanks to the Youth Science Center in Hacienda Heights.
The Verizon HopeLine Mission is to End Domestic Violence Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:34PM*Verizon Wireless supports community efforts and those that are in partnership with their outreach initiatives. One such project is the HopeLine cell phone recycling and re-use program, which was started in 2001. Consumers are invited to bring old cell phones and accessories and put them in a donation bin inside Verizon stores or mail them [...]
Lottery sets record for sales, funds to state education Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:33PMSales up 4.2 percent; HOPE Scholarships, other education programs funded at record $293.5M More
ART GALLERY CALENDAR: July 22 to 29 Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 1:43PMEDITOR'S NOTE: Calendars in the print version of Kitsap A&E have been edited for space and timeliness. Full-length versions of the calendars are available in the Entertainment section of kitsapsun.com.
Whidbey's Greenbank Farm grows farmers Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 9:09PMThe Greenbank Farm Agricultural Training Center educates students in the business of farming while housing. On five cultivated acres of farmland students learn large-scale organic gardening. Forty families help support the training by paying a fee to have fresh produce delivered every week.
Shelter for disaster victims comes in a box Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 8:23PMRotary International and its clubs all over the world — including four in Naperville — do a tremendous amount of good for mankind.The organization’s most widely known effort is a worldwide campaign to eradicate polio, which has been going on for more than 25 years.Over the years Rotarians have donated more than a billion dollars to the effort, and most recently have pledged to raise an ...
CCF Elects New Officers Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 9:04AMAngels Camp, CA-- The Calaveras Community Foundation has elected new officers. The new officers for 2011-12 include Vice-President of Administration, Scott Ratterman, Vice-President of Strategic
YDI at 40: The growth of a major community force Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 8:15AMA promising youth about to enter college goes out one night with his friends. He experiments with drugs. It's the '60s, and the thing youth are doing, much like today. But this young man ends up overdosing by accident, and dies.
5 eminent colleges to become self-financed Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:19PMAhmedabad, Jul 15 : The city's five prominent and old colleges run by Ahmedabad Education Society (AES) will turn self-financed from their present status of grant-in aid institutions by next year.
Area Sports Events Calendar July 16-23 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:05PMBobby Valentine 's Sports Academy , 72 Camp Avenue, Stamford, (203)-968-2872. Year-Round baseball/softball training for all age levels and skill levels that includes: A professional curriculum with proven results. Private Lessons (1 on 1 instruction).
The free ride is over NET passengers Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:23PMBad news if you ride the Norfolk NET in downtown. The free ride is over.
Nonprofit Group Goes to Fig Courtyard Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:36PMDOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - The California Community Foundation has signed a lease on a new home within Downtown.
The Coca-Cola Foundation Awards $1 Million in Grants for China Study-Abroad Programs Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:30PMThe Coca-Cola Foundation, the global philanthropic arm of The Coca-Cola Company, has awarded grants totaling $1 million to six U.S. colleges and universities to send approximately 160 students to study abroad in China over the next four years in support of the U.S.
Poole, Bray named to Walker, O’Brien watch lists Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:25PMKNOXVILLE - Tennessee senior tailback Tauren Poole and sophomore quarterback Tyler Bray were both added to preseason watch lists for their respective positions on Friday.
Oregon's Darron Thomas named to Davey O'Brien watch list Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:15PMFive Pac-12 quarterbacks, including Oregon's Darron Thomas, were named to the Davey O'Brien watch list today. Here's the press release: FORT WORTH , Texas – The Davey O’Brien Foundation announced the 2011 Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award ® (The O’Brien) Watch List today.
2011 Davey O'Brien Quarterback Award Watch List Announced Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:57AMAggie quarterback Ryan Tannehill makes the list of the best signal callers in the nation
Marked Tree Rotary honors donors Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:48AMThe Marked Tree Rotary Club took the time last week to recognize several people, including those who have made contributions to Rotary's humanitarian programs. Rotarian Bill Stanley presented the...
Scholarships awarded to graduates Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:19AMSan Bernardino City Unified School District’s Class of 2011 earned a total of $6,829,053 in college scholarships and grants, which is more than a $2.4 million increase from last year.
U.S. Department of Education website lists Baker College of Muskegon and Muskegon Community College as among the ... Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:10AMMuskegon's two colleges — Muskegon Community College and Baker College of Muskegon — have reason to celebrate.
Nonprofit groups receive $319,500 in grants from local foundation Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:53PMThis year, one area foundation will award more than $2 million in grants and scholarships to charitable causes. The First Community Foundation Partnership awarded $319,492.04 to nonprofit organizations Thursday at the Community Arts Center, 220 W.
WMU Senior, Rachel Plaster, is one of four to win scholarship Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:28PMKatie King Western Herald A Western Michigan University senior received one of four $2,500 scholarships in the entire state of Michigan. Senior Rachel Plaster received the advertising scholarship by The Adcraft Club of Detroit. “The AdCraft Club of Detroit is the largest and oldest local advertising club in the nation,” Plaster said. “Every year they grant [...]
Hernando County Fine Arts Council in dire financial straits Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:54PMBy Logan Neill, Times Staff Writer Thursday, July 14, 2011 BROOKSVILLE — For nearly three decades, the Hernando County Fine Arts Council has served as the area's umbrella organization, providing support to the county's artistic communities. Tough economic times and dwindling support, however, have combined to cripple the organization the past year. The council's board of directors has shrunk ...
Barton Creek Greenbelt gets a fix-up Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:21PMAmericorps volunteers hard at work restoring Barton Creek Greenbelt. They've been at it all year, and still have about six months to go on the back-breaking project.
Hirshbein is new VFW commander for Pacific areas Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:29PMOn June 16, 2011, Barry Hirshbein from Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, was installed as the commander of the Department of Pacific Areas, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. The Pacific Areas is one of 54 departments located around the world.
Good citizenship sometimes is behind the scenes Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:49PMI have a new member to report this week - the Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama. The CFNEA helps create, grow and administer large funds, such as scholarships and grants. They help donors achieve their philanthropic goals.
DPS High School Students Secure Millions In Scholarships and Grants Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:09PMDetroit Public Schools high school students have secured nearly...
Sheriff's Office Kicks Off Annual Fundraiser Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:48AMThe Cumberland County Sheriff's Office launches its yearly fundraiser to help area organizations.
Appleman triathlon a family affair Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:20AMAthletes and volunteers from across the region are gearing up for the Appleman Triathlon this July — and one couple with local roots has been planning their involvement with the competition for much of the past year.
Winning Streak Turns Upstate Road Into 'Lottery Lane' Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 9:57AMA string of winners have store owners doing big business along one Upstate road.
Father and son have memorable fishing experience Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:45AMBig jet sled with two dudes, one guide, one assistant guide. The dudes are father and son; the father is 80, in a wheelchair, and neither has fished salmon or steelhead in years. One rod tip goes down. The other rod tip goes down.
ICT Fund awarded 115 million AED to date in scholarship funding to UAE National students through its Be'tha Program Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:15AMUnited Arab Emirates, 13 th July 2011(ME NewsWire): The ICT Fund, dedicated to the mission of creating homegrown technology innovations for the UAE, has funded scholarships amounting to a total of 115 million AED through its Be'tha Program.
In Brief | Local Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 4:21AMNine Big Islanders receive money from ODKF The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation announced on Monday it awarded $150,000 in college scholarships and grants to 67 Hawaii high school athletes and nonprofit organizations involved in water sports and volleyball, and nine of the recipients hail from the Big Island.
LCC disputes it's a high-cost college Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 3:00AMLansing Community College appears on a list of the most expensive public two-year colleges in the nation put out last month by the U.S. Department of Education.
Salisbury wins $900K state grant Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 2:47AMSALISBURY — The town has received a $900,000 Community Development Block Grant from the state that will help improve roads and housing for the poor and provide scholarships for children. This marks the fourth year in a row, and the fifth year of the last six, that Salisbury's application was approved in the very competitive grant process.
In brief: City Council begins budget talks today Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:21AMCity Manager Joyce Wilson on Tuesday submitted her proposed budget for the fiscal year that will start Sept.
Tonga, New Zealand team up to reach development goals Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:10AMThe Governments of Tonga and New Zealand endorsed a Joint Commitment for Development today in Nuku‟alofa, outlining shared strategies for reaching development goals in Tonga, including the Millennium Development Goals.
UTEP To Get $1.27 Million In Grants For Research Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 7:00PMThe National Science Foundation and the Department of Health and Human Services awarded the University of Texas at El Paso $1.27 million in federal grants for research into solar energy and computer technology and to assist students pursuing careers in health fields, the office of U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes announced Tuesday.
Monroe farm celebrates milestone with concert Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:44PMBY CHRISTINA HABERSTROH Staff Writer A nearly 200-acre farm that doubles as a haven of happiness for children with disabilities is celebrating its 25th anniversary. read more
Foundation's latest cycle helps 14 agencies Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:32PMThe Blue River Community Foundation has announced its latest set of grants to programs across Shelby County.
St. Rose of Lima in E. Hanover graduates 24 Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:26PMEAST HANOVER TWP. - Saint Rose of Lima Academycelebrated graduation on Friday, June 10,for its 24 eighth graders with a mass and ceremony in church, followed by a dinner party and dance for the gradua
Comedy night to benefit Verona United Soccer Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:16PMVerona United Soccer Club is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a night of comedy. “Comedy Night” will feature three New York City comedians, Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Verona Community Center. Tick
Verona Boosters beefsteak dinner is Saturday, February 6 Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:13PMTickets are now on sale for the annual Verona Sports Boosters beefsteak dinner, which will take place at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 6, at the Verona Community Center on Bloomfield Avenue in Verona. The ev
Tufts University completes $1.2B ‘Beyond Boundaries’ campaign Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:30PMTufts University has completed its $1.2 billion Beyond Boundaries campaign, the largest fundraising effort in the university’s 159-year history, despite the most challenging economic environment in decades.
Rodale Institute and Uncle Matt’s Organic Announce Your 2 Cents Program to Fund New Farmers Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 10:58AMKUTZTOWN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rodale Institute today announces the launch of Your 2 Cents, an innovative program that unites consumers and companies in support of the next generation of American farmers. The Your 2 Cents program is designed to raise funds to support student scholarships for sustainable agriculture degrees, military veterans establishing careers in organic farming, and new ...
Handsome rewards for goodwill work Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 8:48AMGoodwill means good wages for thousands of Canadian charity workers.
Here’s to 30 years Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 6:16AMResidents, family and friends attended Saturday’s 30-th anniversary ceremony to mark Friendship Manor’s milestone. Photo By Jean Ann Miller/The Courier
Donations to help learning programs Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 11:50PMLincoln Financial Foundation recently awarded grants totaling $117,774 to 15 local nonprofits that sustain learning. City Year New Hampshire received $10,000 for its Whole School Whole Child program in Manchester, where City Year is active in the five most underperforming elementary schools in the state. A $10,000 grant to Concord Family YMCA will provide scholarships for low-income children to ...