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Electronic Cigarette Industry Update to Include Presentation from Former Ruyan Employee

LogoThe Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA), an electronic cigarette industry trade organization, has announced that industry insider William Bartowski will present at the industry update planned for April 23 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. Bartowski oversaw the landmark Ruyan U.S. patent submission which covers a significant portion of electronic cigarette technology on the market today.

Men in Silicon Valley "Walk a Mile" in High Heels to Raise Sexual Assault Awareness

What greater show of compassion is there than walking a mile in the shoes of another? That’s an example what men will be doing in downtown San Jose to raise awareness in support of the YWCA Silicon Valley Rape Crisis Center. 1 out of every 6 American women and 1 out of every 33 American men has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in his lifetime. The YWCA Silicon Valley helps more than 10,000 survivors of sexual violence each year. From counseling to advocacy the YW services provides survivors and their families through the devastating ordeal.

Presentation at Electronic Cigarette Industry Update Highlights Manufacturing Practices

LogoThe Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA), an electronic cigarette industry trade organization, has announced the first of 3 presenters at its industry update planned for April 23 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. Serial entrepreneur Anthony Miranda will be presenting on good manufacturing practice as it applies to the industry.

Volunteer Aid Nepal Opens Applications for Summer Volunteer Abroad Programs in Nepal

Volunteer Aid Nepal, a non-profit organization offers volunteer opportunities in the areas of teaching English in Schools & Buddhist monasteries, Childcare at orphanage homes, health care at rural health centers and construction/renovation works in outskirts of beautiful Pokhara City in Nepal.

Nonprofit Organizations' Sustainability Professor Assists Charities with Organizational Growth

Ask any charitable organization what the No. 1 concern is and they will always say money to keep operating. The No. 2 concern is finding enough people to help keep the programs running. Noted leadership expert, Dr. Daryl D. Green hosts an event to help charities reach the next level at a free book signing and Dance-A-Thon. The event is Saturday, April 13 from 7-10 p.m. at the Champion Ballroom in Knoxville, TN.

Electronic Cigarette Industry Update to Be Presented April 23rd

LogoThe Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA) will host a three-hour industry update at the Paris Hotel on April 23rd from 3:00PM to 6:00PM. The event will cover the state of the electronic cigarette (e-cig) industry as it has developed over the first quarter of 2013.

IWouldRun500Miles.com Covers One Man's Quest to Run 500 Miles to Support Cancer Research UK

Most people find running more enjoyable when they do it with friends. Friends push each other to exceed their limits and encourage them to participate in marathons, races, and events that they might be hesitant to try on their own.

Loving the 80's for Charity - 'I Love Meet and Greet Parking' Celebrates the 1980's with a Unique Donation to Red Nose Day

I Love meet and greet parking is celebrating the 1980's with a unique donation to Red Nose Day. On Wednesday 13th March and for every customer departing that day, I Love meet and greet parking will donate the difference between today's price of parking and the price back in 1984.

Terra Research Community Service Program Has Put Criminal Offenders in 1,750,000 Educational Classes

Terra Research Foundation, one of the country’s top educational organizations, is announcing an impressive milestone: the Terra Research Foundation Community Service program has now put criminal offenders in over 1,750,000 educational classes.

TCPI Praises Nationwide School Assessment Showing Great Need for Investment in Libyan Education Sector

LogoThe Children’s Project International (TCPI) praises nationwide school assessment showing great need for investment in Libyan education sector. Some 40 percent of the schools in Libya were damaged in the 2011 revolution according to a report released by the Ministry of Education (MoE) and UNICEF. These findings are based on a recent nationwide school assessment conducted by the MoE and UNICEF, which for the first time has given the Ministry a complete overview of the exact state of all schools in the country.

Small Charities Make a Big Difference - Introducing How 2 Improve

LogoHow2Improve.com offers new and innovative ways to give to local charities. With their online charity shop , they are offering products that give back to humanitarian organizations.

Online Campaign on Indiegogo to Help Stop the Poaching of Endangered Animals in Africa

Rampant poaching and illicit black market trading of wildlife and wildlife products has put many of Africa’s wild life species at a risk of going into extinction. Concerned by this disturbing trend, Helping Feet, a nonprofit Organization that focuses on protecting endangered African wildlife animals is aiming at creating awareness to the nefarious activities of illegal poachers, wildlife black market traders and the danger they pose to different wildlife species in Africa through a new feature movie titled, "Tolu, the African Elephant". To raise funds for the movie, Helping Feet is pleased to announce they will be launching fund raising campaigns on Indiegogo (http://igg.me/at/helpingfeet).

The Future India: Seeking for a United Nation

Every nation’s bright future always comes from the peace and unity of nation’s people. Nowadays, many youngsters in every country give their special participation in making their country achieve their brighter future. The Future India for instance, is a great organization of talented youngster in the nation that seeks people unity for their nation’s brighter future. There will be less crimes, less political conflicts and less nation’s problems as people in one nation cooperates with each other to achieve better change in their future. The Future India is a good example of a social welfare organization that has the best objectives from youngster in the country that strives to provide better welfare of the nation.

Electronic Cigarette Trade Organization SFATA Grows Membership

LogoA workshop aimed at educating members of the electronic cigarette industry and community about impending regulation was presented by the Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA) at the end of January. The workshop (E-Cig Summit 2013) was the first in a series designed to align and unify the electronic cigarette industry's efforts to advocate for fair and balanced regulations.

Unity and Friendship Promoted by the World Youth Organization

The World Youth Organization is basically non-governmental and works specifically for social welfare as well as spreading unity among different individuals all throughout the globe. The WYO functions as a non-profit corporation while at the same time working hand in hand with young individuals from various geographical areas with the main focus on unity and friendship.

Electronic Cigarette Industry Regulatory Efforts and Views Clarified

LogoAn open comment period was held by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration through January 16th to accept input on innovative products and treatments for tobacco dependence. The comment period included a public hearing in December.

Heavyweight Great Henry Tillman Joins the Fight for the Underprivileged

LogoTillman, a 1984 U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist, was asked by Foundation President and Henry Armstrong’s grandson Edward Scott Jr. to take part in a float celebrating the 100th birthday of the pound-for-pound great at the Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Los Angeles on January 19th.

28th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Kingdom Day Parade

LogoOn January 19th, the Henry Armstrong Foundation participated in the 28th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Kingdom Day Parade in Los Angeles, Calif. with the help of numerous sponsors and professional fighters past and present.

A New Online Tool for Patient Support - www.RxCuris.com

LogoPharmaHelps™ Network, the consortium for pharmaceutical brands that actively support and assist the patient, provider and healthcare community, announced the debut of its new patient support tool, RxCuris.com. Designed as a one-stop shop for all patient types and disease types, RxCruis is a free anonymous information tool with the most comprehensive support and assistance information available for patients. The free RxCuris search engine delivers a highly customized output for the user without requiring disclosure of any personal information. RxCuris.com is uniquely designed not only to assist physicians and patients by delivering patient centric information in one location. A health care provider or any other patient advocate may access the site themselves or refer patients directly to the site for the patients' use.

Toys"R"Us Canada Returns as Diamond Sponsor for 18th Annual Starlight Gala

LogoStarlight Children’s Foundation Canada is pleased to announce Toys“R”Us and Babies“R”Us Canada are returning as Diamond Sponsors for their 18th annual Fundraising Gala on April 6, 2013 at The Fairmont Royal York.

SFATA Inaugural E-Cig Summit Sums Up Current State of E-Law with Help of Former FDA Chief Counsel, Ralph Tyler, Esq.

LogoThe Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA) held its 2013 E-Cig Summit, Monday January 28, 2013 at The Oquendo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. In attendance were approximately 100 stakeholders from the personal electronic vaporizing unit (“PEVU”) segment of the market place, which included manufacturers, distributors and retail sellers of electronic cigarettes as well as representatives from The U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA (“FDA”). The purpose of the summit was to educate stakeholders on regulatory and legal issues facing the electronic cigarette industry.

Stainless Steel Bracelets Honoring U.S. Military Kick-Starts New Battle to Improve Lives for Country's Veterans.

Made from beautiful stainless steel and reminiscent of the P.O.W-M.I.A. bracelets that millions donned in the 1970s, the debut product from Forever Grateful is set to bring the bracelet back into fashion. However, unlike those sold over forty years ago, each bracelet will provide vital funds to two veteran-centric 501 (c.) 3 public charities.

Former Chief Counsel to the FDA Speaks at E-Cig Summit 2013

LogoE-Cig Summit 2013 is the first of an ongoing series of electronic cigarette industry workshops presented by the Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA). The event – held on the 28th of this month – will be at Oquendo Center in Las Vegas and is free to attend. The keynote speaker will be Ralph Tyler, former chief counsel for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Popularity of E-Cig Summit 2013 Forces Venue Change

LogoE-Cig Summit 2013 is the first of an ongoing series of electronic cigarette industry workshops presented by the Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA). Overwhelming interest in the workshop from many electronic cigarette industry stakeholders and community members has now forced a change in venue and schedule. The event – now held on the 28th of this month – will be at The Oquendo Center in Las Vegas.

Children's Charity PreciousNeeds Launches Newly-Redesigned Website

PreciousNeeds, a non-profit charity organization that is dedicated to helping disabled children walk, has just launched its newly-redesigned website. The site is now more user-friendly and easy for visitors to navigate, and also includes additional information about the charity and how it is helping kids across the globe have better lives.