Rotary Club of High River international committee update 21 march 2019 v2Damian Boyle
The Rotary Club of High River International Committee provides updates on its global projects focused on Rotary's Areas of Focus. Projects support economic development and clean water in Honduras, education in Nepal and Mexico, vocational training in earthquake-resistant housing in Mexico, and a library/art center in El Salvador. Upcoming initiatives include portable eye clinics in Malawi through a partnership with the University of Mzuzu and Canadian Vision Care.
The document discusses Bond University's efforts to create educational pathways for Indigenous Australians through scholarships and support programs. It provides statistics on the growth of the program, including a 79% increase in Indigenous student enrollment since 2012. It highlights some student success stories and invites readers to support the program through sponsoring scholarships, contributing to bursaries, or participating in the annual Indigenous Gala fundraising event. The goal is to provide equal opportunities through education and close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
The 2015 Key Club International ConventionCody Saltsman
Cody Saltsman recently graduated from Steubenville High School after four years of academic, athletic, and extracurricular success. Among his many activities, Cody Saltsman served as a member and senior representative of the Key Club.
Since 2003, Eufaula Garrett has guided new business development for hip-hop legend Andre 3000’s Benjamin Company. A cum laude graduate of Florida A&M University, Eufaula Garrett stays active with her alma mater as a lifetime member of the alumni association.
RCE Shenandoah Valley - Introduction and OverviewHanna Stahlberg
The Shenandoah Valley RCE covers an area of 7,943 sq km in Virginia with a population of 317,000, though 25% live in the cities of Harrisonburg and Staunton. The RCE involves partnerships between several universities and organizations to foster collaboration around sustainability in the region. Key issues include protecting the agricultural, environmental, and cultural heritage of the valley while addressing challenges like urbanization, loss of farmland, maintaining rural culture, and increasing diversity.
Dayton Foundation African-American Scholarship OpportunitiesDaytonFoundation
The document describes 10 scholarship opportunities from the African-American Community Fund that provide financial assistance to Dayton-area African American students pursuing higher education. The scholarships honor notable African American figures from the local community and their contributions to education. They support students attending colleges, universities, and vocational programs with award amounts ranging from $500 to $2,000.
The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) will honor outstanding bioscience companies and individuals throughout the state at its Annual Awards Dinner, November 6, at the Denver Marriott City Center. This year’s event will feature keynote speaker Davis Phinney, Olympic medalist and cycling great who is successfully living with early-onset Parkinson’s disease and in 2004 founded the Colorado-based Davis Phinney Foundation.
This document provides an overview of alumni profiles and updates from Loyalist College. It includes short profiles of 3 alumni: Katrina Geenevasen, a 2012 journalism graduate who is now the editor of ReFINEd Kingston Magazine; Francis Kendall, a 2011 biosciences graduate who works in research and development at DuPont; and Dakk Sutthajaidee, a 2015 culinary management graduate now working as a chef apprentice. It also provides updates on upcoming alumni events, including the career fair and guest chef series. The president's message discusses the new 2020 strategic plan and achievements of the previous strategic plan.
Rotary Club of High River international committee update 21 march 2019 v2Damian Boyle
The Rotary Club of High River International Committee provides updates on its global projects focused on Rotary's Areas of Focus. Projects support economic development and clean water in Honduras, education in Nepal and Mexico, vocational training in earthquake-resistant housing in Mexico, and a library/art center in El Salvador. Upcoming initiatives include portable eye clinics in Malawi through a partnership with the University of Mzuzu and Canadian Vision Care.
The document discusses Bond University's efforts to create educational pathways for Indigenous Australians through scholarships and support programs. It provides statistics on the growth of the program, including a 79% increase in Indigenous student enrollment since 2012. It highlights some student success stories and invites readers to support the program through sponsoring scholarships, contributing to bursaries, or participating in the annual Indigenous Gala fundraising event. The goal is to provide equal opportunities through education and close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
The 2015 Key Club International ConventionCody Saltsman
Cody Saltsman recently graduated from Steubenville High School after four years of academic, athletic, and extracurricular success. Among his many activities, Cody Saltsman served as a member and senior representative of the Key Club.
Since 2003, Eufaula Garrett has guided new business development for hip-hop legend Andre 3000’s Benjamin Company. A cum laude graduate of Florida A&M University, Eufaula Garrett stays active with her alma mater as a lifetime member of the alumni association.
RCE Shenandoah Valley - Introduction and OverviewHanna Stahlberg
The Shenandoah Valley RCE covers an area of 7,943 sq km in Virginia with a population of 317,000, though 25% live in the cities of Harrisonburg and Staunton. The RCE involves partnerships between several universities and organizations to foster collaboration around sustainability in the region. Key issues include protecting the agricultural, environmental, and cultural heritage of the valley while addressing challenges like urbanization, loss of farmland, maintaining rural culture, and increasing diversity.
Dayton Foundation African-American Scholarship OpportunitiesDaytonFoundation
The document describes 10 scholarship opportunities from the African-American Community Fund that provide financial assistance to Dayton-area African American students pursuing higher education. The scholarships honor notable African American figures from the local community and their contributions to education. They support students attending colleges, universities, and vocational programs with award amounts ranging from $500 to $2,000.
The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) will honor outstanding bioscience companies and individuals throughout the state at its Annual Awards Dinner, November 6, at the Denver Marriott City Center. This year’s event will feature keynote speaker Davis Phinney, Olympic medalist and cycling great who is successfully living with early-onset Parkinson’s disease and in 2004 founded the Colorado-based Davis Phinney Foundation.
This document provides an overview of alumni profiles and updates from Loyalist College. It includes short profiles of 3 alumni: Katrina Geenevasen, a 2012 journalism graduate who is now the editor of ReFINEd Kingston Magazine; Francis Kendall, a 2011 biosciences graduate who works in research and development at DuPont; and Dakk Sutthajaidee, a 2015 culinary management graduate now working as a chef apprentice. It also provides updates on upcoming alumni events, including the career fair and guest chef series. The president's message discusses the new 2020 strategic plan and achievements of the previous strategic plan.
The document outlines a 4-stage professional development plan for service-learning:
1) Conduct needs assessments and select forum participants
2) Host 3 webinars in April-May on school climate and leadership
3) Encourage participation in an online professional learning community
4) Host a National Forum in June to further develop leadership skills
The Long Beach State Water-ski and Wakeboard Team is requesting donations from community members to help offset their general expenses for the 2007-2008 season. Their budget covers expenses like registration fees, insurance, travel costs, and equipment upgrades. As a non-profit organization, donations are tax-deductible. Donors who give over $500 will receive sponsor recognition on the team boat and apparel. The letter asks for financial support to help strengthen the foundation of the team and ensure its future success.
Bud Colligan Keynote at Monterey Bay Economic Partnership Summit January 29, ...budcolligan
Bud Colligan, Co-Chair of the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, presented this keynote address at the organization's first Regional Economic Summit in Seaside, CA on January 29, 2015. It reviews an economic development strategy for Monterey Bay and the formation and introduction of the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, focused on increasing economic prosperity, good jobs and quality of life for all residents of the Monterey Bay region.
The document provides information about gift planning options for Colorado State University. It includes testimonials from alumni who have made gifts to support CSU. Some of the gift options discussed that provide lifetime income and also benefit CSU in the future include charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and bequests through wills or revocable trusts. The document emphasizes that private support is important for allowing CSU to achieve its goals of teaching, research and service.
Delaware Valley College's Students in Free Enterprise team has been successful in both regional and national competitions since 1997. In the past year, the team organized various fundraising and community outreach projects, including a volunteer tax assistance program, campus cleanup event, and financial literacy workshops. The team also partnered with local organizations to teach business and money management skills to students with disabilities and help an international aid group donate animals to developing countries.
Scholarship America is a nonprofit organization that has helped over 1.7 million students pay for college since 1958. It operates programs like Dollars for Scholars that provide scholarships selected by local committees. The organization aims to make higher education accessible to all students regardless of their financial situation. It has distributed over $2.4 billion in scholarships and supports students in nearly 4,000 communities across the country.
The Rotary Foundation transforms donations into sustainable projects in six areas of focus: promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, saving mothers and children, supporting education, and growing local economies. It has spent $3 billion on projects over 100 years. Donations of as little as $0.60 can protect a child from polio. The presentation outlines Rotary Foundation expenditures and impact areas as well as ways Rotaract clubs can get involved in Foundation projects.
This document provides information about fundraising efforts and needs for the Fremont Public Library District. It serves over 37,500 residents across several municipalities. The Friends Group and Foundation conduct some fundraising like book sales and an annual gala. Assessments show growing Hispanic and Asian populations and more seniors. Needed services include ESL, job assistance, education, and technology access. The library aims to create a teen center, upgrade technology, and offer more programming for seniors and immigrants through a fundraising plan pursuing grants, corporate sponsors, individual donors, and special events.
Slideshow presentation that accompanies the talk given by Jared Stanley of J&J Acres during the 2014 GGSIM Conference, "Growing Health, Sustaining Wellness", in Meridian Mississippi.
The audio/video for this presentation can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj2RMfvPdG7s65XnM3o8LgZfCnizmKcVC
The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. joins all foundations in celebrating 100th birthday. The first Community Foundation was established in 1914 in Cleveland, OH.
Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union hosted their 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation in Summerville to benefit the American Cancer Society. Over 50 players joined local businesses and industry leaders to show their support through donations and sponsorships, raising $12,000 for cancer research. The tournament funds will be donated to the American Cancer Society at their Relay For Life event on April 25th to continue supporting efforts to prevent, detect, and treat cancer.
The document summarizes the annual report of the Kentucky FFA Foundation for 2012-2013. It notes several changes and accomplishments over the past year, including record sponsorships, a new executive director, and partnerships to provide food for the leadership training center. It also highlights the first endowed gift to the foundation from Glenn and Maggie Stith to fund Washington Leadership Conference expenses for over 120 students annually. Financially, the foundation had record income and expenses, with the majority from sponsorships and the new Ag Tag program.
Brad Deutsch Memorial Golf Tournament Partners with North Central Chapter PVA...Brian Deutsch
The Brad Deutsch Memorial Fund has partnered with the North Central Chapter of the Paralyzed Veterans of America for the third annual Brad Deutsch Memorial Golf Tournament on June 15th. Proceeds will benefit the Memorial Fund and Paralyzed Veterans. The tournament includes 18 holes of golf, cart, meal and prizes for $200 per team. The Memorial Fund was created after Brad Deutsch, a veteran and firefighter, passed away in 2010. The Paralyzed Veterans of America was chosen as the partner given Brad's military background and their aim of raising funds for local causes.
The Kallins, Little & Delgado law firm in Palmetto, Florida created an annual scholarship program in 2006 to help local high school seniors pay for college expenses beyond just tuition, such as dorm items, books, and clothes. Since its inception, the program has awarded over $130,000 in scholarships to 92 recipients. Scholarship winners have used the funds to purchase necessities that help them succeed in college like a car or computer. The program looks beyond just academic metrics to consider students' life achievements and hardships. Many recipients have gone on to careers in their communities thanks to the scholarship's support.
Golden Key International Honour Society is an academic honors organization with over 2 million members worldwide that invites top performing undergraduate and graduate students to join based on their academic achievements. The organization provides opportunities for academic recognition, scholarships, leadership development, career networking, and community service involvement to help members realize their potential. Benefits of membership include discounts, internship and job opportunities, scholarships, and involvement in local and international chapter events.
This document summarizes the generous support provided to the Lee's Summit Educational Foundation in the 2013-14 year through various donors and fundraising events. Nearly 18,000 students benefited from donor gifts which funded classroom grants, Chromebook technology, scholarships and other educational programs. It highlights the continued funding of Chromebooks for students, classroom grants for teachers, scholarships, and growing an endowment fund to support future students.
The document summarizes three charity events that took place in New York City in June 2015:
1) Cheftopia, an annual event hosted by renowned chefs to benefit Citymeals-on-Wheels, which raises over $880,000. Top chefs create dishes to sample.
2) The Hamptons Heart Ball, which raises over $750,000 for the American Heart Association. Howard Bluver and Dr. David Adams received awards for their work.
3) The Financial Services Cares Gala, which raises a record $2.4 million over 10 years for cancer research. Honorees include American Century Investments, The Stowers Institute, and Deborah
- The document examines the freshwater and sediment discharge of the Tana and Sabaki Rivers into Ungwana Bay in Kenya. It analyzes data on river flows, sediment concentrations, and estuarine processes collected between 2001-2002.
- The rivers experience seasonal variations in discharge and sediment loads tied to the biannual monsoon rains. Peak flows in the Tana River occur in May during the long rains and November during the short rains. Sabaki River flows are highest between March-June and November-January.
- Suspended sediment concentrations and loads in the rivers also fluctuate seasonally, with higher amounts transported during periods of peak discharge. The freshwater and sediments from the rivers influence the salinity
For more than 80 years, Members of WAGGGS have celebrated World Thinking Day on February 22, the joint birthday of Scouting and Guiding Founder Lord Baden-Powell and World Chief Guide Olave Baden-Powell. These are the 2011 greetings we received from Member Organizations. (Best viewed as Full screen)
The document outlines a 4-stage professional development plan for service-learning:
1) Conduct needs assessments and select forum participants
2) Host 3 webinars in April-May on school climate and leadership
3) Encourage participation in an online professional learning community
4) Host a National Forum in June to further develop leadership skills
The Long Beach State Water-ski and Wakeboard Team is requesting donations from community members to help offset their general expenses for the 2007-2008 season. Their budget covers expenses like registration fees, insurance, travel costs, and equipment upgrades. As a non-profit organization, donations are tax-deductible. Donors who give over $500 will receive sponsor recognition on the team boat and apparel. The letter asks for financial support to help strengthen the foundation of the team and ensure its future success.
Bud Colligan Keynote at Monterey Bay Economic Partnership Summit January 29, ...budcolligan
Bud Colligan, Co-Chair of the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, presented this keynote address at the organization's first Regional Economic Summit in Seaside, CA on January 29, 2015. It reviews an economic development strategy for Monterey Bay and the formation and introduction of the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership, focused on increasing economic prosperity, good jobs and quality of life for all residents of the Monterey Bay region.
The document provides information about gift planning options for Colorado State University. It includes testimonials from alumni who have made gifts to support CSU. Some of the gift options discussed that provide lifetime income and also benefit CSU in the future include charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and bequests through wills or revocable trusts. The document emphasizes that private support is important for allowing CSU to achieve its goals of teaching, research and service.
Delaware Valley College's Students in Free Enterprise team has been successful in both regional and national competitions since 1997. In the past year, the team organized various fundraising and community outreach projects, including a volunteer tax assistance program, campus cleanup event, and financial literacy workshops. The team also partnered with local organizations to teach business and money management skills to students with disabilities and help an international aid group donate animals to developing countries.
Scholarship America is a nonprofit organization that has helped over 1.7 million students pay for college since 1958. It operates programs like Dollars for Scholars that provide scholarships selected by local committees. The organization aims to make higher education accessible to all students regardless of their financial situation. It has distributed over $2.4 billion in scholarships and supports students in nearly 4,000 communities across the country.
The Rotary Foundation transforms donations into sustainable projects in six areas of focus: promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, saving mothers and children, supporting education, and growing local economies. It has spent $3 billion on projects over 100 years. Donations of as little as $0.60 can protect a child from polio. The presentation outlines Rotary Foundation expenditures and impact areas as well as ways Rotaract clubs can get involved in Foundation projects.
This document provides information about fundraising efforts and needs for the Fremont Public Library District. It serves over 37,500 residents across several municipalities. The Friends Group and Foundation conduct some fundraising like book sales and an annual gala. Assessments show growing Hispanic and Asian populations and more seniors. Needed services include ESL, job assistance, education, and technology access. The library aims to create a teen center, upgrade technology, and offer more programming for seniors and immigrants through a fundraising plan pursuing grants, corporate sponsors, individual donors, and special events.
Slideshow presentation that accompanies the talk given by Jared Stanley of J&J Acres during the 2014 GGSIM Conference, "Growing Health, Sustaining Wellness", in Meridian Mississippi.
The audio/video for this presentation can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj2RMfvPdG7s65XnM3o8LgZfCnizmKcVC
The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc. joins all foundations in celebrating 100th birthday. The first Community Foundation was established in 1914 in Cleveland, OH.
Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union hosted their 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation in Summerville to benefit the American Cancer Society. Over 50 players joined local businesses and industry leaders to show their support through donations and sponsorships, raising $12,000 for cancer research. The tournament funds will be donated to the American Cancer Society at their Relay For Life event on April 25th to continue supporting efforts to prevent, detect, and treat cancer.
The document summarizes the annual report of the Kentucky FFA Foundation for 2012-2013. It notes several changes and accomplishments over the past year, including record sponsorships, a new executive director, and partnerships to provide food for the leadership training center. It also highlights the first endowed gift to the foundation from Glenn and Maggie Stith to fund Washington Leadership Conference expenses for over 120 students annually. Financially, the foundation had record income and expenses, with the majority from sponsorships and the new Ag Tag program.
Brad Deutsch Memorial Golf Tournament Partners with North Central Chapter PVA...Brian Deutsch
The Brad Deutsch Memorial Fund has partnered with the North Central Chapter of the Paralyzed Veterans of America for the third annual Brad Deutsch Memorial Golf Tournament on June 15th. Proceeds will benefit the Memorial Fund and Paralyzed Veterans. The tournament includes 18 holes of golf, cart, meal and prizes for $200 per team. The Memorial Fund was created after Brad Deutsch, a veteran and firefighter, passed away in 2010. The Paralyzed Veterans of America was chosen as the partner given Brad's military background and their aim of raising funds for local causes.
The Kallins, Little & Delgado law firm in Palmetto, Florida created an annual scholarship program in 2006 to help local high school seniors pay for college expenses beyond just tuition, such as dorm items, books, and clothes. Since its inception, the program has awarded over $130,000 in scholarships to 92 recipients. Scholarship winners have used the funds to purchase necessities that help them succeed in college like a car or computer. The program looks beyond just academic metrics to consider students' life achievements and hardships. Many recipients have gone on to careers in their communities thanks to the scholarship's support.
Golden Key International Honour Society is an academic honors organization with over 2 million members worldwide that invites top performing undergraduate and graduate students to join based on their academic achievements. The organization provides opportunities for academic recognition, scholarships, leadership development, career networking, and community service involvement to help members realize their potential. Benefits of membership include discounts, internship and job opportunities, scholarships, and involvement in local and international chapter events.
This document summarizes the generous support provided to the Lee's Summit Educational Foundation in the 2013-14 year through various donors and fundraising events. Nearly 18,000 students benefited from donor gifts which funded classroom grants, Chromebook technology, scholarships and other educational programs. It highlights the continued funding of Chromebooks for students, classroom grants for teachers, scholarships, and growing an endowment fund to support future students.
The document summarizes three charity events that took place in New York City in June 2015:
1) Cheftopia, an annual event hosted by renowned chefs to benefit Citymeals-on-Wheels, which raises over $880,000. Top chefs create dishes to sample.
2) The Hamptons Heart Ball, which raises over $750,000 for the American Heart Association. Howard Bluver and Dr. David Adams received awards for their work.
3) The Financial Services Cares Gala, which raises a record $2.4 million over 10 years for cancer research. Honorees include American Century Investments, The Stowers Institute, and Deborah
- The document examines the freshwater and sediment discharge of the Tana and Sabaki Rivers into Ungwana Bay in Kenya. It analyzes data on river flows, sediment concentrations, and estuarine processes collected between 2001-2002.
- The rivers experience seasonal variations in discharge and sediment loads tied to the biannual monsoon rains. Peak flows in the Tana River occur in May during the long rains and November during the short rains. Sabaki River flows are highest between March-June and November-January.
- Suspended sediment concentrations and loads in the rivers also fluctuate seasonally, with higher amounts transported during periods of peak discharge. The freshwater and sediments from the rivers influence the salinity
For more than 80 years, Members of WAGGGS have celebrated World Thinking Day on February 22, the joint birthday of Scouting and Guiding Founder Lord Baden-Powell and World Chief Guide Olave Baden-Powell. These are the 2011 greetings we received from Member Organizations. (Best viewed as Full screen)
This document summarizes research on improving nutrition and management practices for farmed crocodiles in Australia. The research program was a joint effort between the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation and the Queensland Department of Primary Industries, with the goal of developing a sustainable crocodile farming industry. The research covered various topics to improve crocodile production, including developing manufactured pelleted feeds, determining optimal stocking densities and water levels, measuring effects of feeding frequency and temperature on growth rates, and treating wastewater from crocodile farms. The researchers aim to identify the best nutrition and housing practices to increase commercial viability of crocodile farming operations.
Perl is an interpreted programming language created in 1987 that provides powerful text processing capabilities. It is portable, supports rapid prototyping, and follows the philosophy of "there's more than one way to do it". To use Perl, it needs to be installed which is usually already done on Linux and Mac systems. Common Perl data types include numbers, strings, and scalar variables to store single values. Perl includes typical operators for mathematics and strings, and conditional statements like if/else to control program execution based on comparisons.
Lecture1 1 Perl for bioinformatics Davide Pisani & James Cottonnathanlawless
Bioinformatics uses computers to store, organize, and interpret biological data, especially from high-throughput technologies that generate large datasets. These technologies include genomics, proteomics, interactomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics. The amount of biological sequence data is enormous and growing rapidly, with over 7,000 ongoing genome projects currently and the human genome alone containing over 3 billion base pairs. Protein structure data is also extensively collected in databases like the Protein Data Bank.
This document provides an overview of several phyla within the kingdom Animalia. It begins by describing key characteristics of multicellular animals (Metazoa) including multicellularity, mobility, collagen possession, and heterotrophic feeding. It then summarizes important traits of sponges (Porifera), including their lack of tissues and organs and water canal systems. It also briefly outlines cnidarians, ctenophores, bilateral animals, and several protostome and pseudocoelomate phyla.
WN Rotary TRF Panel Program PowerPoint SlidesOperation Warm
These slides accompanied a panel discussion about how the programs of The Rotary Foundation changes lives. The slides provide an overview of the major programs of the Annual Programs Fund.
The document outlines the agenda for a Student Refugee Program Sponsorship 101 presentation which covers:
- An introduction to the SRP and what defines a refugee
- Statistics on global refugees and Canadian resettlement numbers
- An overview of the multi-year overseas selection and preparation process for SRP students
- The various partners involved in SRP overseas operations and student selection
- Common questions about student eligibility requirements and the selection process
- Support provided to sponsored students after their arrival and resettlement in Canada
- Responsibilities and requirements for local sponsoring committees in Canada
- Financial considerations including costs of sponsorship and funding models for committees
The annual report summarizes the activities of SOS over the past year. It highlights that SOS helped over 15,500 students prepare for 650 exams across 22 universities through Exam-AID sessions led by 350 volunteers. Funds raised through these sessions totaled $340,106 which were used to fund educational development projects in Latin America built by SOS volunteers. The report features the chapter at UBC which raised the most funds and was named Chapter of the Year. It also provides an overview of the types of projects SOS funds in Latin America including classrooms, kitchens, and chicken coops to improve nutrition and education.
This annual report from the Haskayne Founders' Circle summarizes their activities from 2014-2015. It thanks the generous donors who are members of the Circle for supporting business education. It highlights ways that donor support has enhanced the student experience, advanced research, and created community connections. Examples given include scholarships, global study opportunities, business competitions, and engaging events with distinguished speakers. The report recognizes the 2014-2015 members and volunteers who help connect business leaders to the school.
The Paige Foundation supports education, senior citizens, and animal welfare through various programs. In 2016, it awarded over $122,000 in scholarships to 39 students and supported 5 students long-term. It also donated $75,000 to support senior meal programs and facilitated a $1.5 million loan to establish a comprehensive elderly care program. Additionally, it donated $10,000 to a program keeping pets with their low-income senior owners.
The document summarizes the positive impact of the Boys & Girls Club on youth in East Gainesville. It discusses how the Club aims to help youth realize their full potential through programs that promote competence, usefulness, belonging, and influence. It highlights national awards won by the local Club for its health, arts, and character development programs. Partnerships with schools and organizations help provide volunteers and resources to support an outcome-driven experience for youth. Research shows Club members have lower dropout rates, better academic performance, fewer absences, and lower crime rates.
Scholarship America is a national nonprofit organization that has helped over 1.7 million students pay for college since 1958. It operates programs like Dollars for Scholars that provide scholarships selected by local committees. The organization aims to make higher education accessible to all students regardless of their financial needs. It has distributed over $2.4 billion in scholarships and also manages funds like the Families of Freedom Scholarship for 9/11 victims' families.
The Community Foundation of Morgan County will distribute over $500,000 in scholarships to county residents in 2008. The foundation administers scholarships from several funds and endowments, as well as the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program. Scholarship criteria vary and include factors like financial need, intended field of study, GPA, and education level. The foundation provides information on its website and through various seminars and application assistance sessions to help residents apply for scholarships.
The Paige Foundation donated over $254,000 to non-profit organizations in 2018 to support their missions of helping older adults, animals, and education. For older adults, they provided funding for healthcare, transportation, and housing assistance programs. They also facilitated a $1.5 million loan. For animals, they donated to the San Diego Humane Society's PAWS program which keeps pets with low-income seniors. For education, they funded over $189,000 in scholarships to 98 students attending Colorado and California colleges. The Foundation engages donors and evaluates the non-profits they partner with to maximize community impact.
The Paige Foundation contributed over $254,000 to non-profit organizations in 2018 and facilitated a $1.5 million loan. It supported older adults, animals, and education. For older adults, it donated to organizations that provide healthcare, transportation, and meals, allowing seniors to age at home. It also supported animal welfare groups helping keep pets with low-income seniors. For education, it funded over $189,000 for 98 students' college education. The Foundation aims to be a catalyst for donations and volunteers to further support local charities.
The Paige Foundation contributed over $254,000 to non-profit organizations in 2018 and facilitated a $1.5 million loan. They support older adults, animals, and education. For older adults, they donated to organizations that provide healthcare, transportation, and meals to low-income seniors. They also support animal welfare organizations, including one that keeps pets with their low-income senior owners. For education, they funded over $189,000 for 98 students to attend college and partner with K-12 organizations serving low-income youth.
At YES Canada we provide study abroad and student exchange programs to over 20 exciting countries across the world!
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The Paige Family Foundation donated over $209,000 in 2017 to non-profit organizations supporting senior citizens, education, and animal welfare. This included $40,000 for a senior citizen program, $1.5 million loan and $10,000 grant to establish a new senior care program, and $30,000 contribution to a California senior care facility. The Foundation also donated $15,000 to a program providing pet care and services for low-income seniors. In education, the Foundation funded over $154,000 to support more than 83 students, doubling the number impacted compared to the previous year.
The passage summarizes The Inside Ride, an indoor cycling event that raises funds for childhood cancer. It describes a participant's positive experience from the June 5th, 2010 event in Toronto, noting the passion of the organizers and the event's ability to raise awareness in the financial district. The participant encourages support for The Inside Ride to help children with cancer and their families.
The document outlines Humboldt Area Foundation's strategic goals for 2020 which include transforming communities' abilities to solve problems, strengthening community capacity, building partnerships, strengthening internal infrastructure, and ensuring sustainable strategy and accountability. It discusses developing leaders, supporting community initiatives, strengthening nonprofits, increasing access to education, and serving as a catalyst for economic development.
What is the best way to promote Rotary's most prestigious personal development program? Learn why we should begin promoting Rotary Youth Exchange as a scholarship, how we can do this, and hear success stories about successful Study Abroad Scholarship applicants. Facilitators: Stuart McDonald and James Landmann
This article discusses Julia Hulme, an animation graduate from Loyalist College who now works as a 3D specialist at Research Casting International (RCI) reconstructing dinosaur fossils. After a work placement at RCI during her studies, Julia was offered a full-time job where she uses her 3D skills from Loyalist to build digital models and full skeletons of dinosaurs from fossils that are up to 65 million years old. The article highlights RCI's work providing museum exhibits worldwide and its collaboration with Loyalist College by hiring animation graduates. It also recognizes RCI founder Peter May for receiving entrepreneurship awards for his successful business.
This presentation was provided by Rebecca Benner, Ph.D., of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
How to Manage Reception Report in Odoo 17Celine George
A business may deal with both sales and purchases occasionally. They buy things from vendors and then sell them to their customers. Such dealings can be confusing at times. Because multiple clients may inquire about the same product at the same time, after purchasing those products, customers must be assigned to them. Odoo has a tool called Reception Report that can be used to complete this assignment. By enabling this, a reception report comes automatically after confirming a receipt, from which we can assign products to orders.
Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
A Free 200-Page eBook ~ Brain and Mind Exercise.pptxOH TEIK BIN
(A Free eBook comprising 3 Sets of Presentation of a selection of Puzzles, Brain Teasers and Thinking Problems to exercise both the mind and the Right and Left Brain. To help keep the mind and brain fit and healthy. Good for both the young and old alike.
Answers are given for all the puzzles and problems.)
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This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
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2011 Scholarships Summary
1. Girl Guides of Canada – Guides du Canada Available Scholarships for 2011 www.girlguides.ca/scholarships
2. Overview This presentation briefly summarizes the 2011 scholarships available to girl and adult Members of Girl Guides of Canada – Guides du Canada. This year we are awarding a total of 33 scholarships. For complete details and applications, please visit: http://www.girlguides.ca/scholarships
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10. Col. Karen Ritchie Memorial Scholarship Karen Ritchie was a dedicated, lifelong Guider and GGC Board Member who believed in the importance of empowering Canadian girls and helping them to find their voices. Following her death in an automobile accident in 2008, the Karen Ritchie Memorial Bursary was established at the request of Karen’s husband, retired Chief Warrant Officer Don Peddle. Donations in Karen’s memory enabled GGC to award $2,000 bursaries to assist four Members in pursuing their education goals.
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13. Scholarship Supporters We wish to thank the Individuals , Guiding Units , Trefoil Guilds and Foundations for their generous support for these scholarship donations, including the following donors:
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17. For complete details and applications, please visit: http://www.girlguides.ca/scholarships www.girlguides.ca www.girlguidesCANblog.ca http://twitter.com/girlguidesofcan