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Can A Music Video Change The World?

2008-05-08 | Indie rock band Kindred Souls is sponsoring a photo contest on www.Fotki.com. The winning photos selected from entries worldwide will be used in their "Leap of Faith" music video bringing together people from around the globe and celebrating their personal triumphs.


Top ten travel destinations and volunteer opportunities for global 'voluntourism'

2008-05-04 | Many international volunteers find working in situations of extreme poverty, different cultures and languages to be personally challenging. UCSD Extension offers online courses to help travelers prepare for a productive, safe experience.


Shanti Uganda Jewellery Event at Maa Yoga Studio On Saturday May 10th, 2008

2008-05-01 | Shanti Uganda is a Vancouver, BC, Canada based organization dedicated to helping children, women and communities in Uganda find peace and health.


Ileostomy Surgery News: Olympia Medical Center Is New Home for Surgery Focused on Patients Experiencing Poor Or Failed Outcomes with J Pouch or Kock Pouch Procedures

2008-04-26 | Ileostomy surgery for patients who have had a poor or failed outcome with J Pouch or Kock Pouch procedures is now available through Olympia Medical Center. The operation eliminates the need for ileostomy patients to wear a bag or other external appliance.


Dr. Peter Badalamenti Fixes Broken Hearts by Teaching the Community to SMILE

2008-04-23 | Dr. Peter Badalamenti is helping to give brighter futures to Women in Need whenever he whitens a smile by donating teeth bleaching proceeds to the WIN Foundation.


REUSE NETWORK ASKS HOMEOWNERS & BUILDING PROFESSIONALS TO END DEMOLITION AND "RECYLE THAT HOUSE"

2008-04-22 | The Deconstruction & Buiding Materials ReUse Network, Inc. will launch its programs this week at the 5th annual "Alternative Building & Design Expo" in Santa Monica to motivate California homeowners and building professionals to 'think outside the roll-off.'


LOCAL HOMEOWNERS GET MUCH-NEEDED REPAIRS THROUGH "A BRUSH WITH KINDNESS" PROGRAM

2008-04-09 | Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles is kicking off its second year providing free repairs to local homeowners. Volunteers are needed Tuesday through Saturday to perform exterior repair services for homeowner families struggling to maintain their homes due to age, illness or income.


HUNDREDS OF LOCAL STUDENTS TAKE ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING CRISIS DURING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY'S ACT! SPEAK! BUILD! WEEK

2008-03-31 | Habitat for Humanity's Act! Speak! Build! Week 2008 empowers young people ages 5 to 25 to make a difference in their communities. Their efforts will be part of a worldwide initiative to educate themselves and their communities about the need for affordable housing and move people to social action.


Generation Y Expert Speaks to the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce on Attracting and Leading the Millennials

2008-03-31 | Leadership Consultant and Generation Y Expert, Bea Fields, recently spoke to the Bellevue, Washington, Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Forum on the topic of Leading at the Speed of Y: Attracting, Developing and Leading the Millennial Leader.


Medical Billing Software Medisoft Announces The New Version 14 of Its Popular Medical Billing Software Designed for Single Provider and Small Group Medical Offices

2008-03-16 | www.medicalbillingsoftware.com announces a new release of Medisoft Medical Billing Software Version 14, designed to help reduce costs, increase productivity, and provide better practice financial information to help the medical office run more efficiently and productively.


Peace Corp Reunion Photo Exhibition International Peace Corps Show August 20 - August 30, 2008

2008-03-14 | In conjunction with the International Peace Corp reunion in May 2008, The Center For Fine Art Photography will be holding an exhibition curated by Dr. Anthony Bannon from the George Eastman House in Rochester, New York.


RYAN BRAUN DONATES NATIONAL LEAGUE "ROOKIE OF THE YEAR" BONUS TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

2008-02-14 | Major League Baseball's Ryan Braun of the Milwaukee Brewers, has donated his National League Rookie of the Year bonus of $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity. Braun pledged the donation following his participation as Honorary House Leader during the 2007 Jimmy Carter Work Project in Los Angeles.


PLASTIC SURGERY COPYWRITER LAUNCHES GUY'S GUIDE TO PLASTIC SURGERY FOR MEN

2008-02-14 | Women are no longer the only ones who desire to enhance their appearances with a cosmetic medical treatment. Thanks to a new site focusing exclusively on male plastic surgery, men can also quickly and easily find a plastic surgeon, as well as the information they need to make an informed decision.


SUCCESSFUL EFFORT BY LOCAL TEENS

2008-01-22 | Eco Texas, a charity started by area teenagers, was successful in removing a large amount of bamboo and other invasive plant species at its workday on January 19th. The effort was designed to help preserve the local environment and was coordinated with park officials.


Franciscan Friars feature online "Spiritual Toolbox" for National Vocations Awareness Week

2008-01-14 | The Franciscan Friars of the Assumption BVM Province introduce the "Spirtual Toolbox", an online vocation resource, for men discerning, at www.franciscan-friars.org.


Peace and Sport Forum in Monaco

2007-12-20 | H.S.H Prince Albert II of Monaco commented. "It was the most comprehensive event ever organized on the subject of peace through sport. The mere fact of having brought together this significant number of 'actors' is a huge step forward and the "symbol of positive events to come."


Citizens Bank Names Champions in Action in Rhode Island and Connecticut: The Institute for Study and Practice for Nonviolence, and the Center for Women and Families

2007-11-08 | Citizens Bank is rewarding two nonprofit agencies with grants, volunteers and PR and promotional support.


Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm: Raleigh Plastic Surgeon Evaluates Fillers

2007-11-03 | Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm: Raleigh Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Law, a plastic surgeon with extensive experience and expertise with injections evaluates Fillers for wrinkle reduction.


A New Approach to Ethnic Rhinoplasty

2007-08-28 | Rhinoplasty or "nose job" is often sought by people of different ethnic backgrounds. The procedure is complex and results are best when overall facial appearance is taken into account.


Youth Basketball Coaches--Who's Your Mentor?

2007-07-19 | Most volunteer youth basketball coaches don't have the time or opportunity to travel to receive further education. A coaches mentor may be a solution.