Fundraising

Memorial Fun Run/Walk. Nate was a student in our school that was killed on his tractor a few years ago. The entire student body of my high school, the feeder school students, and the community members all come together for this day of honor and fundraising. All the proceeds from this 5K go to a scholarship in Nathan’s memory for a student pursuing a career in technology, just like…

Its organization The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2003 by a group of veterans in Roanoke, Virginia (Who We Serve, n.d.). The WWP Founders wanted to create an organization that catered to and represented the veterans who fought in war as a result of the September 11, 2001 attacks (Who We Serve, n.d.). The WWP has locations in the United States, which include Georgia, Illinois, Colorado, California, Florida, Tennessee, New York, Arizona, Texas,…

Another exciting year for us at Literacy Connections has come to an end. This year is remarkable for so many reasons: • In July 2015, Literacy Connections became the lead agency of the Hudson Valley Literacy Consortium serving six counties: Dutchess, Columbia, Greene, Orange, Sullivan and Ulster. We are extremely excited about this new role and look forward to strengthening our collaboration with our sister organizations and exploring all the possibilities that this new role offers. •…

Striving to be noticed in the political world Donald Trump is becoming more and more famous because of the remarks he has made about different issues. For many years, Trump has been helping with charity, selling merchandise, and the responsibility he takes on himself. Everybody knows Trump by his remarks he says as a republican candidate. Trumps background has been reviewed and what you see is what you get. Granted that Trumps attributes are negative, but notice other candidate attribution…

THON canning is more than simply about getting to get together with friends over a weekend in the fall, it is about raising money to support the search for a cure for pediatric cancer, and support the Four Diamonds Foundation in its mission to aid children impacted by the disease. The following paper discusses why the decision to cancel canning events indefinitely at the Pennsylvania State University, while supported with valid arguments, is not the best option for the Penn State/THON community.…

and my peers organized fundraisers to benefit for our future. We are scholars that help to build confidence as to speak with their mind and have their voice heard. In AVID meetings, I had my classmates volunteer, to comment their own ideas for fundraising. As president I do value everyone's opinion and just make sure we have the respect we all deserve. In the beginning of this year I had no idea that I would become president but just because I am president I don't see myself…

These opportunities extend to within Bain itself. As I am reluctant to give up the many extracurricular activities that I am involved with now and am ecstatic that Bain offers opportunities for me to engage in fundraising activities including its Community Impact Day, as well as organizations including BGLAD. Bain also encourages me to bond with my colleagues in a welcoming culture, such as by starting a running group, the kind of work culture in which I yearn to…

26-29. “This is the most amount of sports we put on in one weekend, at one area,” said Steve Helm, Special Olympics Texas public relations coordinator. “It’s a really great turnout year after year and we’re very fortunate to be here.” More than 300 fundraising efforts throughout the year supported the 4-day competition, which is the largest event for Special Olympics Texas. During the Games, athletes from more than 17 regional areas across Texas contend in track and field, basketball, cycling,…

Furthermore, the decision pertained to allowing unlimited funding in candidate elections. As a historical PAC, End Citizens United remains unable to take donations higher than $5000 from a single donor. This explains why End Citizens United's fundraising efforts remain so remarkable. Not only has the organization managed to mobilize their political base, they also managed to attract people who do not ordinarily donate. In addition, the organization plans to create campaign reform on all levels…

Elmira, N.Y.(WENY)-- One local high school choir is gearing up to sing at a historic venue in New York City. The Notre Dame Choir will perform in a concert at Carnegie Hall in March. While that's a few months away, they're holding a fundraising concert Monday night with some special guests. "They were able to do this because of the fact that they have gotten gold ratings in different compeititions they have done, different festivals that they have gone to in 2015 and 2016," says Susan…