Category: NonProfit and Charities
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NJ Coalition Fights Destructive Impact of Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind South Project
BEACH HAVEN, N.J. — Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI), a New Jersey citizens group working to protect the ocean and local shore communities from the destructive impact of the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind South project, has notified federal agencies of its intent to sue Atlantic Shores under the Endangered Species Act and Outer Continental…
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Global Environmental Leaders Kick Off Climate Week NYC at HBCU Green Fund’s Fourth Annual Climate Justice Summit
HARLEM, N.Y. — Amid growing global calls for climate reparations and justice, over 350 global leaders, activists, and students convened in historic Harlem for the HBCU Green Fund’s fourth annual Climate Justice Summit: People Deliver. This event kicked off Climate Week NYC with two days of impactful discussions addressing urgent climate challenges facing marginalized communities…
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ThriveFEST 2024 at Lutheran Home Celebrates Active Aging, Learning and Community Connection
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — Lutheran Home invites the community to discover the art of positive aging at ThriveFEST 2024, celebrating life, learning and longevity. This educational event showcases a 134-year legacy of aging with grace and neighborly care and will deliver valuable insights for everyone – from seniors and caregivers to adult children looking to…
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World-Renown BIPOC Leaders to Speak at Climate Justice Summit Kicking Off Climate Week NY in Harlem
NEW YORK, N.Y. — MEDIA ADVISORY: The Climate Justice Summit: People Deliver, a dynamic event that marks the start of New York Climate Week, will convene climate justice leaders from around the world to discuss global collaboration and knowledge exchange. Hosted by the HBCU Green Fund, Donors of Color Network, Columbia World Projects, ACE Observatory,…
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Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex in conversation with young recipients of The Diana Award at the 2024 Concordia Annual Summit
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, will participate in the 14th Concordia Annual Summit in New York, where The Diana Award will take center stage in a conversation focused on youth empowerment and mental health. The Duke will join Dr. Tessy Ojo, CBE, CEO of The Diana Award, alongside two recipients…
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HBCU Green Fund Presents GreenFest 2024: A Celebration of Sustainability, Culture, and Community Unity
ATLANTA, Ga. — The HBCU Green Fund is proud to announce GreenFest 2024, a vibrant celebration of sustainability, culture, and the power of unity within the Black community on Saturday, September 7, at Truly Living Well Farm in Atlanta, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The free, public event will feature food, live performances, eco…
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Grey Muzzle Grant Gives Senior Dogs at The Sacramento SPCA a Second Chance
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — There’s good news for old dogs this summer as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at the Sacramento SPCA are among the winners. The Sacramento SPCA is one of 100 animal welfare groups chosen from nearly 400 applicants to receive a grant to help local…
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Lutheran Life Communities Combines Spirituality with Positive Aging in September’s ‘Aging Gracefully’ Sunday Series
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — Lutheran Life Communities is hosting an “Aging Gracefully” sermon series at all four of their Chicagoland locations this September, focusing on the Five G’s of Aging: Gather, Grow, Give, Go, and Gratitude. This enriching series is non-denominational and open to all. The Sunday series will be held weekly starting September 8…
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Mr. Darren Walker, Dr. Albert Bourla, and Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to be awarded Concordia Leadership Award at the 2024 Annual Summit this September
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The Concordia Leadership Council is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Leadership Award: Mr. Darren Walker, President of the Ford Foundation, for the nonprofit sector; Dr. Albert Bourla, Chairman and CEO of Pfizer, for the private sector; and H.E. Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General of NATO, for the public sector.…
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Lutheran Home’s ‘Best Friend’s Guide to Dementia’ Series Kicks Off
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — Lutheran Home is hosting a complimentary “Best Friends Guide to Dementia” educational series starting this month. The healthcare campus is part of non-profit Lutheran Life Communities and provides the most comprehensive constellation of memory support services, options and resources in Arlington Heights.