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Old Newsboys Day marks the 75th anniversary of fundraising for The Salvation Army; unofficial total…
WATERTOWN - Old Newsboys Day, an annual event in the city and some surrounding communities, continued on…
The Salvation Army in Sumter seeks fundraiser and volunteers for toy drive
December is the month of joy and joy, but it is also the busiest time of the year for the Salvation Army.
From the Red Kettle fundraiser to their Christmas relief program, the Salvation Army…
Potsdam Volunteer Rescue Squad receives NYS EMS Award for innovations in clinical delivery
Two Clarkson professors rewarded for their innovations
An UV-C exposure box built by Professors Doug Bohl and Christopher Towler to disinfect reusable N95 respirators used by first responders from the Potsdam Volunteer!-->>-->!-->>-->…
Chai Lifeline distributes 50,000 Hanukkah toys to critically ill children and siblings
(November 28, 2021 / JNS) Chai Lifeline will be distributing more than 50,000 gifts to sick children and their families across the United States and the world this Hanukkah season.
The organization, a leading international children's…
New Oregon Law Will Soon Protect Blacks From Discrimination For Their Hairstyles
In just over a month, a new Oregon law will come into effect, making it illegal in Oregon workplaces and educational institutions to discriminate against black people for their hairstyles.And instead of celebrating and calling it a day,…
Mozel Sanders Foundation Raises Mom of 8 with 1 Millionth Thanksgiving Meal – WISH-TV |…
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) - WISH-TV once again partnered with the Mozel Sanders Foundation on Thanksgiving Day to feed those in need.
This year, the foundation has taken an important step, which they hope will not…
Floods in British Columbia: As more rains loom, local volunteers and soldiers work to protect homes…
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People have stepped up to help those affected by the devastating flooding in British Columbia in every way they can, with many local Fraser Valley volunteers stepping up to lend their support.
At the same…
Public assistance needed to report wintering monarchs
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Now we need your help again.
Last winter, volunteers from the Southeast and Gulf states provided more than 5,800 monarch sightings. This winter, the partnership of universities, agencies and other organizations called Monarchs…
Southgate Goodfellows steps up efforts to help more families this Christmas – The News Herald
With all the uncertainty over the past two years, the Southgate Goodfellows have remained determined to adhere to their motto "No Kids Without Christmas", even if it has at times been difficult.
Veronica Leonard, who is the secretary of…
Pamplin Media Group – Shop With a Cop returns in person for 2021
Police Department join with kids in making Christmas special for families of young people. In mid-December, officers from the Newberg-Dundee Police Department will bring Christmas cheer to young people who might!-->…
Chilliwack volunteers jumped in to help Barrowtown bagging efforts – Hope Standard
Residents of Chilliwack rushed to participate in a late-night sandbagging effort Tuesday (November 16) at the Barrowtown Pumping Station in Abbotsford.
Crews, contractors and residents of the town of Chilliwack came to help…
It’s GO Time: Packing the Shoebox for Operation Christmas Child Underway at Free Methodist…
Red and green shoe boxes fill the sanctuary of the Free Methodist Church on Troy Road. These boxes, known…
Student volunteers recognized for helping Maryland’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts
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Meet the ‘village’ of volunteers who helped make the return of the LA Marathon possible…
The rush of race day culminates as thousands of Los Angeles Marathon runners take position at the start line with thunderous roars of support from loved ones echoing in the background. In a flash, the athletes set off on an adventure to…
Christmas parade needs our help | Characteristics
Some thoughts on the cancellation of this year's Christmas…
Giving Back to the Community on November 13 for Emory Cares Day | Emory University
Members of the Emory community will show their dedication to serving others by volunteering together in Atlanta and beyond for Emory Cares Day on Saturday, November 13.
At its heart, Emory Cares Day is about putting into practice Emory's…
1,200-year-old dugout canoe hauled up from Lake Mendota | Local News
Tamara Thomsen and Mallory Dragt were thinking of taking a ride under Lake Mendota on a few underwater scooters, motorized gadgets that divers use to propel themselves through the water. It was a beautiful Saturday morning in June, and…
East Salem Rotary Club sends rescue supplies to Mexico for local firefighters
Firefighting equipment that has passed its legal lifespan in the United States is bundled and shipped to Mexican firefighters, saving them costly purchases.
Organizers meet last month when dispatching a heavy rescue…
Coffs Harbor volunteer explains why community service makes him ‘so happy’ – News…
Volunteers from the Coffs Harbor Lions and Coffs Harbor RSL sub-branch with Tex O'Grady raise money for the sailing program.
KEEN community supporter Darrell Groth, who lives in the Masonic!-->…
EDITORIAL: Raise your hand and volunteer
This newspaper has people calling over and over again and saying "We need to do something about _________!"
You can fill in the blank.
But this editorial…
News from the St. Anthony Park Community Council – Park Bugle
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Pedestrian crossing on the territorial road
With grants from the AARP Community Challenge and the Good Neighbor Fund at the University of Minnesota, District 12 brightened up the block of…
Why the 10th anniversary of the Women in Tech Summit is a success for the startup Philly
It sounds like the beginning of most startup stories: the rambling founders who discovered a better solution to an existing problem and put the time and effort into creating the change.The Women in Technology Summit (WITS) started 10 years…
Nonprofits Aim to Count City’s Homeless Population | New
A local Americorps VISTA volunteer aims to provide services to the…
Letter: Bosley endorses Bond as ‘most qualified’ for mayor / iBerkshires.com
For the publisher:I am writing to ask my fellow citizens of North Adams to vote for Lynette Bond for mayor on November 2nd. While I know and love both candidates, this election must be about who is most qualified for the…
Grant funds will support forest restoration efforts at Frying Pan Park | news / fairfax
The Fairfax County Park Board of Directors has approved a $ 20,000 grant application from the Mastenbrook…
Volunteers needed to perform the November 20 Military Appreciation Tailgate at BJC
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - Volunteers are needed at the Penn State Military Appreciation Tailgate for Servicemen, Veterans and their families on Saturday,…
Enjoy a ‘Poorly Drawn’ Portrait of Your Pet While Giving Back – NBC Los Angeles
What there is to knowShare a photo of your pet until October 21Donation of $ 15; donate through Pasadena Humane's Facebook post, then post your pet's photo and name in the commentsA Pasadena Humane volunteer will illustrate…
Stratford volunteer gardeners win $ 25,000 from Communities in Bloom
Breadcrumb Links New Local News Everyone in Stratford knows the must-see Bernie van Herk front yard on Huron Street. Author of the article: Chris Montanini Release date : October 18, 2021 ⢠53…
Jim Hightower: Power of the Pantry | Chroniclers
In June, Beto O'Rourke and I had the pleasure of visiting some 650 workers in Beaumont, Texas, who have been locked out of their refineries since May 1 by oil giant ExxonMobil. The simple act of entering the hall of the United…
Central committee resignations point to growing Nevada GOP dysfunction
In a time of endless political intrigue, the departures of a few staunch Nevada Republicans from their positions on two county central committees may seem unimportant.
Beyond the perfect storm of the national political climate, with…
More good people: Cyclists’ aid continues, including a Halloween party on October 24 in the…
Lonnell Wells in his Bike Give Back space at CambridgeSide shopping center with a young bike recipient. (Photo: Tom Meek)
A year ago, we shone the spotlight on the efforts of cyclists to help those at risk of Covid-19 and to fight racism.…
Silicon Slopes project aims to fight food insecurity
SALT LAKE CITY - The fifth annual Silicon Slopes tech and startup event kicked off Thursday in Salt Lake City, with a big focus on an effort to help Utahns cope with food insecurity.More than 40 guest speakers, including corporate…
Catholic Charities Seeking Volunteers for Holiday Programming
ST. CLOUD - Catholic Charities hopes to provide positive experiences for families in central Minnesota this holiday season.The non-profit organization launches its annual holiday programming and is in need of volunteers.Eric Vollen is the…
Mendota Trail to Open Three Trestles and Expand More Trails | Outside
BRISTOL, Virginia - The public is invited to attend the grand opening and dedication ceremony related to…
Big Cleanup: Volunteers Clean Up Local River Canals and State Beaches | New
Residents of the Multnomah Canal braved wet and windy conditions on Saturday, September 18 for their 5th…
Colwyn’s Bay Volunteer Award Winners Named
THE Colwyn Bay City Council announced the winners of the Colwyn Bay Volunteer of the Year Award.
The nominations were reviewed by the Volunteer Awards Committee, which includes representatives from the local…
Pueblo West teenager donates thousands of shoes to community
PUEBLO - Not everyone can afford a pair of shoes of their own, and a local teenager wants to change that by collecting and donating thousands of shoes to the community.Her name is Madison Tatinski and she is 17 at Pueblo West High School.…
Keep Liberty County Beautiful: Time to Focus on Water Awareness
By Dr. Karen Bell, Keep Liberty Beautiful.It's that time of year when we focus on water awareness and the importance of cleaning our waterways. Who doesn't like to take a dip in the water on a beautiful hot day? Garbage and debris can…
Editorial: Donations needed for sterilization program | Editorials
Kingsport has a process in place to reduce its domestic and feral cat and dog population, and at $ 2,300…
Local volunteers show ‘enormous resilience’ | Fairfield City Champion
Volunteer Team of the Year: SWSLHD COVID-19 Palliative Care Team.When the South West Sydney Local Health District Palliative Care Service (SWSLHD) was suspended on March 17, 2020, palliative care volunteers were recruited to form a…
Green-fingered volunteers’ efforts turn into rewards
GREEN-FINGERED volunteers celebrate after winning awards again in a national competition.
Seasoned activists North Berwick in Bloom and Blooming Haddington both won gold prizes at the Beautiful Scotland Awards from…
Aramark employee volunteer time and services
Aramark employees volunteer, service at Page Animal Shelter and Bullfrog School
By Steven Law
Brittany Brink, Senior Director of Human Resources, and Tracy King-Garappolo, Deputy Director of Human Resources, Exercise Dogs housed at Page…
Father of missing SC man says Petito case has renewed interest in his son’s case
COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - The father of a missing Columbia geologist says the Gabby Petito case has renewed interest in his son's case.Daniel Robinson, 24, disappeared on June 23 from a construction site just outside of Phoenix, Arizona.David…
For the city of Vienna, Oktoberfest is a community group effort
Kids have fun with hoops at Vienna Oktoberfest 2019 (courtesy Vienna Business Association)
After a year off, Oktoberfest will return to the city of Vienna tomorrow (Saturday), bringing with it a beer and wine garden, live entertainment,…
River Watch increases volunteer effort during Oktoberfest in La Crosse
The student-led effort began in 2006 after several accidental drownings
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Tendring volunteers dig to clean up beach litter
A BAND of volunteers took to the golden sands of Tendring to help clean up over 10 miles of beaches.
The teams faced stretches at Clacton, Jaywick, Frinton and Walton as part of a national effort.…
Evergy employees give back to the community by volunteering | Business
Employees at the utility company Evergy are supporting the community's efforts by volunteering as part of…
Central Texas veterans continue to selflessly serve the community at VFW Post
WACO, Texas - âHonoring the Dead by Helping the Livingâ is a mission that may have started on that day, September 29, over 120 years ago, with the founding of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Today marks…
DVIDS – News – Volunteers clean up Cumberland Lake on National Public Lands Day
SOMERSET, Ky. (September 28, 2021) - More than 120 volunteers collected 276 bags of garbage, 53 farm and car tires, an old floating!-->!-->…
Who is responsible for overgrown planters outside of the GABP? Nobody knows
A pair of weed-infested planters outside the Great American Ball Park raise a lot of questions on social media, including who is responsible? The answer: no one seems to know. Like many die-hard sports fans, Kasey Fischesser describes…
Community Service Learning Center celebrates National Voter Registration Day – Grand Valley…
Although 2021 is not an election year, the importance of this free practice is still recognized in the community at Grand Valley State University and beyond.
September 28 marks National Voter Registration Day, a testament to democracy in…
Phoebe Prepares For COVID-19 Mass Delivery Recall
September 26 - ALBANY - Phoebe plans to reopen mass vaccination sites once she receives clear instructions from the federal government on how and when she can begin offering COVID-19 booster shots.The Food and Drug Administration has…
Volunteers needed: Sep 26, 2021 | Way of life
East Texas Literacy Council, a non-profit organization based in Longview, has an immediate need for…
South Stormont recognizes recent recipients of Fran Laflamme Volunteer of the Year and Young…
SOUTH STORMONT - South Stormont honored two community volunteers this week: Marland E. Maloney received the Fran Laflamme Township Volunteer of the Year award while Lindsay Winters was named South Stormont's Young Volunteer of the…
Monument Marathon volunteers keep marathon on track | Lifestyle and youth
Let's listen to it for the runners!Community members are encouraged to step out on Saturday, September 25 to cheer on the Platte Valley Business Monument Marathon. This list of places is offered to join the crowd along the way: - CHEER…
“Oregon Loves New York” by Sally Bourrie Now on Amazon
A True Story of American Unity After 9/11: The American Story for a Divided CountrySILVER SPRING, Md., September 24, 2021 / PRNewswire / - Oregon loves New York: a story of American unity after 9/11 is now available on Amazon and global…
Forest fire victims who have nothing left have hope thanks to motorhome donations
QUINCY, Calif .-- Holding a bag full of duct tape and snacks, Woody Faircloth boards a motorhome complete with rugs and curtains. Beside him, his 9-year-old daughter, Luna, interviews a family who has just donated the recreational…
Volunteers needed for building the Window Dressers community
DEXTER - Volunteers are needed to help build 280 simple wood window inserts each day from October 14-21 at Dexter Town Hall. Help us out on one or more four hour shifts, with a free lunch provided daily. No experience necessary,…
Coastal cleanups bring volunteers to Cape Cod beaches
HYANNIS - Coastal cleanups recently began on Saturday, September 18, 2021 with the goal of cleaning up and protecting beaches on the Massachusetts coast, including Cape Cod and the Islands.
Running throughout September and early November…
Athol Daily News – Fire chief is looking for volunteers for emergency response team
ATHOL - The Athol Fire Department is looking for motivated residents to assist in the aftermath of any variety of emergencies that the service and other first responders may need to respond to. The coordinator of the recruiting effort is…
Engaging Women on the Front Lines of Reconstruction Efforts in Iraq
During years of conflict, ISIS destroyed the Aldolouiya Bridge in the Salah Ad-Din region in 2014, disconnecting 80,000 Iraqis and separating communities. Rebuilt in 2017 with funds from the World Bank Emergency…
Westporters should reach out to Afghan refugees
Westport is not the real world.Across most of the planet, people don't live in homes with cathedral ceilings, swimming pools, and four-car garages filled with Range Rovers. Unlike billions of human beings, we fall asleep with secure roofs…
Heal the Bay volunteers collect over 5,000 pounds of trash
SANTA MONICA, Calif .-- Heal the Bay hosted its 32nd annual shoreline cleanup event on Saturday with 2,735 volunteers who clean up 35 sites in Southern California.
Student Daniela Quiroz is one of the volunteers who showed up to clean up…
Join the Tumacácori Weed Whackers for National Public Lands Day | Destinations
Those looking to leave town but also want to lend a hand in supporting public lands are invited to join the…
Volunteers clean 10,000 needles at Everett homeless camp – KIRO 7 news Seattle
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. - More than 10,000 needles will be removed from a vacant 15-acre homeless settlement in Everett, kicking off a three to four week cleanup effort led by volunteers.Lush foliage adorns the side of the road from…
Thoughts from an ACS volunteer
Sep 18, 2021
Thoughts from an ACS volunteer
USEA / KTB Creative photo.
Perhaps one of the best reasons for being a member of the…
Ruth Mullen: political activist and much more | The Riverdale press
By ETHAN STARK-MILLER
Ruth Mullen was known in many circles throughout her life. But in this corner of the Bronx, she's probably best known for her strong political activism.
This was…
It takes a Onekama village
ONEKAMA - Patrick and Valerie Harmon may have recently been transplanted to Onekama village, but when the couple needed help, the community was quick to lend a helping hand. Former Chicago residents, the Harmons moved to Manistee County…
Organizers to start new campaign to recall LA DA County George Gascón – Daily News
Faced with the improbability of collecting the 580,000 petition signatures needed before the looming October 26 deadline to force a recall election, organizers trying to oust Los Angeles County District George Gascón announced…
Health care workers will be honored by the Ice Dogs
Many thanks to all of the healthcare workers and volunteers who have protected us during the pandemic.
The Dryden GM Ice Dogs will honor everyone involved in the COVID-19 vaccination campaign!-->…
Florida Schools Need Help With COVID, No More Petty Arguments
This article represents the opinion of the Tampa Bay Times Editorial Board.Let's not pretend COVID-19 is in the mirror, that schools are back to normal, or that students and teachers are safely installed in learning environments on campus.…
Former and current fire chief recounts rescue efforts | News, Sports, Jobs
Photo of Eric Tichy Matt Coon was 28 when he and a group of residents of Chautauqua County traveled to New York for a 24-hour shift to provide relief after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.…
Injured bald eagle safe in local rehab after multi-agency rescue
JACKSON COUNTY - A joint effort of several agencies gave an injured bald eagle a chance at survival.
Jackson County Sheriff's Department officials said their office responded to the 7:30 a.m. call on Sunday…
Seymour can’t get over a bad start as a volunteer | Sports
CHURCH HILL - Every coach who spoke to Team Seymour after the game had the same message, they felt the…
Gritman calls for help from volunteers | Local
Gritman Medical Center in Moscow has joined other hospitals in Idaho in an effort to recruit residents with…
When I was in trouble my neighbor pretended she didn’t know me – East Bay Times
DEAR HARRIETTE: The other day I left my house in a hurry and forgot the key to the main entrance to my apartment complex.
Harriette cole
When I returned about an hour later, I spotted my neighbor, who I usually see outside while she was…
Hundreds to Participate in SDSU Heart and Stroke Walk | Information Center
Students, faculty and staff across campus are preparing and raising funds for the September 18th event.
During his last military…
NCO’s quarantine food program gives comfort to Mendocino County community – The Willits…
As the county fell dormant with COVID-19 shelter-in-place orders, volunteers in the quarantine relief program began to act. A coordinated effort between Mendocino County and North Coast Opportunities, the quarantine program aims to…
“Magnificent”: The Ward family move into their reconstructed house 3 months after the…
It was almost unbelievable, but more than three months after Christy Ward and her daughter Pressley saw a…
Volunteers needed: August 22, 2021 | Way of life
East Texas Literacy Council, a non-profit organization based in Longview, has an immediate need for…
Greater Wellington Supports Increasing Hatching Statistics of Banded Dotterels with New Strategy
Wednesday August 11, 2021, 3:46 p.m.Press release: Greater Wellington Regional Council
As banded tÅ«turiwhatu / dotterel hatching statistics increase on the coastline from…
Novavax vaccine volunteer says it was used as ‘fodder’ for trial after restrictions…
A man who participated in the Novavax covid vaccine trials earlier this year said he "would not choose" to repeat the trial after finding out that travel to the EU is limited for those who have it. taken.Damian Reynolds was among!-->…
Houston Restaurant Weeks Makes Notable Change in Donation Process
Houston's most popular charity dinner brought a noticeable change to its donation procedures. Houston Restaurant Weeks still support the Houston Food Bank, but it's no longer the all-volunteer effort it had been when founder…
Hundreds of volunteers help teams fight forest fires in Turkey
MUGLA, Turkey - Actor Tevfik Erman Kutlu was on hiatus from filming in Istanbul when forest fires that devastated parts of southern Turkey first broke out.Desperate to play a part in the efforts to put out the fires, he and five friends…
After a year of social assessment, these students took matters into their own hands – HS…
It started with four West Covina students feeling frustrated with the policing decisions their community leaders were making. The idea came in May 2020, and amid political polarization and a National account on police brutality, the…
TN: State acknowledges Valero’s sophistication for workplace safety record
Nashville, TN (WorkersCompensation.com) - - The Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) recognized Valero Refining Company - Tennessee, LLC in Memphis with its second Volunteer Safety Through Accountability and…
Kentuckiana’s Ronald McDonald House in need of donations as house nears capacity
Ronald McDonald House in Kentuckiana is helping a record number of families, and the organization needs your help to continue serving them. Ronald McDonald House offers free accommodation to families whose children…
La Motte, Iowa Fire Department raises money to replace 41 year old fire truck
Volunteers at a small fire station in La Motte, Iowa, want to replace their 41-year-old fire truck.
The department's 1980 GMC tanker is one of six fire trucks at the station. There is rust on the body, tank and water pump that…
Volunteer contractor services to keep the family safe, replacing the bridge connecting the Canso…
CANSO - If you drive around the community of Canso, you will probably never see Robert Bond's house, even though he lives on Main Street. Or you could say its driveway entrance is on Main Street, but the…
Upcoming: CASA-CAN / Toby’s House Charity Run
GREAT FALLS - The CASA-CAN / Toby's House Charity Run kicks off Thursday, July 22 in Great Falls. The event is a fundraiser for two organizations that help children in Cascade County.Of Facebook event page:Run, walk, roll, pull, push,…
Volunteer for “Get the Lead Out” of the Maumee River
You can sign up to help clean the river of trash, fishing lines and lead lures to keep it looking great!
WOOD COUNTY, Ohio - Perrysburg-based Partners for Clean Streams have been running…
After deadly riots in South Africa, volunteer army leads defense and cleanup efforts
DURBAN, South Africa - Noxious smoke from days of rioting and widespread looting loomed over parts of this lush seaside town over the weekend as residents took to the streets to defend their homes and businesses against further…
COVID-19 response unfolds underground in junta-led Myanmar
The total death toll has already increased by 50% this monthMilitary leader calls for volunteers and cooperationOxygen shortage for people with COVIDThe public's self-help response echoes that of past disastersJuly 18 (Reuters) - For a…
Over 1,000 volunteers fill 30,000 backpacks for Bay Area kids in need
TAMPA, Florida - The first day of school is just around the corner and WWE wrestler and global ambassador Titus O'Neill is making sure the kids in the community are prepared. More than 1,000 volunteers filled 30,000 backpacks with…
Go Fourth Lewes thanks the community
Go Fourth Lewes is excited to put our third 4th of July fireworks display on the books. It's a lot of planning, a lot of money to collect and a lot of moving parts to manage, but seeing the joy of our locals and visitors is worth it!…
Painted birdhouses, a real tweet for these nursing home residents – The Brighter Side
Residents of two Virginia long-term care facilities enjoy the sight of dozens of freshly painted birdhouses hung in their buildings thanks to a community effort.
United Way of Roanoke Valley hosted a paint and hang event in…
Communities share forest fire preparedness activities with the online Firewise reporting tool
Removing pine leaves and needles from gutters reduces materials that embers can ignite.
July 13, 2021 - By Pamela Kan-Rice - Forest fires are more and more frequent, intense and destructive in California. While there are several…
Caltrans Works Clean Up California in Eureka – Redheaded Blackbelt
Clean California is more than just a slogan, it's a call to action.
Caltrans picks up trash on state highways and encourages the public to do their part to keep their local communities clean and beautiful. As part of a statewide day of…