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- Crowdrise and New York Marathon Work on Fund-Raising
The actor Edward Norton and his partners started Crowdrise, with a mix of edginess and good-humored competition, to bolster online giving.
- Dodgers’ Charity Is Said to Be Under Scrutiny
The office of the California attorney general has opened an investigation of the Dodgers’ charitable foundation, a person with knowledge of the action said.
- Gift to the Harn Museum
The museum at the University of Florida in Gainesville has announced that Dr. David A. Cofrin has bequeathed 312 works of Asian art estimated to be worth $4.2 million.
- Some Fear Armstrong Inquiry Will Taint Charity
As a federal investigation into doping takes shape, some fear the effect on the reputation of Lance Armstrong and his charity work.
- The Charitable-Giving Divide
Why giving the rich a break doesn’t necessarily do anything for the poor.
- Druckenmiller to Close His Hedge Fund
Stanley F. Druckenmiller told clients that he was quitting the business and shutting down his investment firm, Duquesne Capital, after 30 years.
- The Candidate and the Charity
While Haiti’s electoral commission is deciding whether Wyclef Jean meets the requirements to run for president, Mr. Jean must answer questions surrounding his charity.
- In Twist, Nonprofits Honor Technology’s Failures
While technology’s potential to bring about social good is widely extolled, its failures have rarely been discussed.
- Star’s Candidacy in Haiti Puts Focus on Charity
How Wyclef Jean, the hip-hop star, has guided his charity in Haiti offers one barometer of his ability to lead.
- In Shaky Recovery, Pledging Fortunes Takes Extra Effort
Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett can give half their billions to charity and not blink. The merely rich have to think harder about when and how much.
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- New NAMI Peer-to-Peer Classes for People Living with Mental Illness Offer Interactive Curriculum in English and Spanish
Classes across the country will start this fall.
- Pet Care Trust Grant to American Federation of Aviculture Brings Positive Results
In January 2010 the Pet Care Trust awarded a supporting grant of $10,000 to the American Federation of Aviculture (AFA) in Austin, TX for development of the online curriculum 'Fundamentals of Aviculture, Level II".
- CASL Leader Charlie Slagle Challenges Participants to One-Mile Race
For a second consecutive year, Charlie Slagle, CEO of the Capital Area Soccer League (www.caslnc.com), is challenging CASL players, coaches and families to "Beat the Old Man" during the fifth annual Magnificent Mile Race (www.magmilerace.com).
- People Shop - Homeless Pets Live
LoyaltyClicks Offers Online Shopping Mall To Save Animals Lives
- World of E Cigarettes: American Cancer Society Shuns E Cigarettes in Favor of the Real Thing
Electronic cigarettes have been on the market in the United States for several years, but only recently have special interest groups noticed that their presence is making a dent in both cigarette and stop smoking pharmaceutical sales.
- Park West CARES Initiative Extends Donations
Park West Gallery continues donating apparel to local organizations.
- September 18th, 2010 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - Pretty Princess Parties of NJ, NBC10 Philadelphia, and the Little Smiles Organization host the 1st annual Comedy for Kids benefiting sick children.
856-404-1863 Children's entertainment event features face painting, princess party characters, superheros, ice cream, magicians & balloon entertainment. "Little Smiles" is a non profit organization - NBC TV will be hosting the celebration live.
- Trivani International Produces Hairspray with Anti-oxidants
Trivani International is a network marketing company who is dedicated to providing quality products to their consumers. All of their products are toxin free and adhere to Trivani Internationals "do no harm" philosophy.
- The Ice House All Star Comedy Show to Benefit Hillsides Charity
50th Anniversary Marks The Ice House as the Oldest Comedy Club
- Social Media and Gaming Industry Join Together for "Points for Pakistan"
Major social gaming and social media companies collaborate to raise awareness and funds for humanitarian assistance after Pakistan flooding
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