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Celebrate March for Meals 2023!

February 21, 2023

On March 22, 1972, President Richard Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 and established a national nutrition…

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February is Cancer Prevention Month

January 17, 2023

A substantial proportion of cancers could be prevented, including all cancers caused by tobacco use and other unhealthy behaviors. Excluding non-melanoma skin cancer, at least…

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Celebrating the Agents of Change this Black History Month

January 13, 2023

During Black History Month, which takes place each year during the month of February, there is much to celebrate about the past achievements and impact…

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February is Marfan Awareness Month!

January 13, 2023

Marfan syndrome affects an estimated 1 in 5,000 people regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender, and experts estimate that nearly half the people who have Marfan…

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January is National Poverty in America Awareness Month

January 12, 2023

Hunger and malnutrition, limited access to education and other basic services, social discrimination and exclusion, disabilities, restricted access to participation in the democratic process. These are…

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How to Take Your Business’s Employee Volunteer Program to the Next Level

January 12, 2023

Click Here to Tweet This Message! Whether your program was started 10 months or 10 years ago, periodically stepping back to take stock of your #EmployeeVolunteer…

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The Dulles Chamber of Commerce Minority Small Business Grant Open for Applications Until January 6, 2023

December 20, 2022

The Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce, a 501(c)6, in partnership with America’s Charities, a 501(c)3, has established two funds to help organizations in the Dulles…

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Coming Together for Dogfighting Survivors

December 16, 2022

An unknown number of dogs were chained in the woods on a recent Sunday morning, and rescuers could hear them barking before they saw them.…

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Happy holidays from America’s Charities! We have a lot to celebrate with you, including our new mission and vision

December 5, 2022

Thanks to your generosity and compassion, we’ve raised and distributed more than $800 million for more than 25,000 nonprofits globally through the workplace giving, matching…

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National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

November 29, 2022

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month encourages families, educators, health care providers, and community leaders to promote responsible decision-making when operating motor vehicles and encourage young people…

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World AIDS Day

November 29, 2022

Since 1988, December 1st has been recognized annually as World AIDS Day to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for people living with…

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Universal Human Rights Month

November 29, 2022

  Universal Human Rights Month recognizes the importance of basic rights and fundamental freedoms through education and advocacy, volunteer recruitment, and fundraising activities.  In recognition…

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