Greeting Cards for a Cause: Charities Use Greeting Cards to Raise Money and Keep in Touch with Supporters

New Mexico work at home mom launches greeting card business to help charities, PTAs, civic organizations and sports teams raise money by selling automated greeting cards. Purchasers can send a high quality greeting card from their computer in less than 30 seconds. The cards are stamped, printed and sent in the U.S. mail.

Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- Greeting Cards for A Cause is an easy fund raiser with no up front costs and no delivering. Organizations sell prepaid cards for $25 good for 10 cards (including postage). Charities keep $15 per card. The cards work like a calling card. All the information needed to use the card is printed on the back of the card.

The average person sends 12 greeting cards per year at an average cost of $3 per card (not including the postage). They would send out more, but buying cards and putting them in the mail is time consuming and inconvenient. Greeting cards for a cause provides an easy way to send out the cards. On average, people who use this system send out over 70 cards per year.

A card is written on the computer, Greeting Cards for a Cause prints, stamps it and mails it. It takes 30 seconds to send a high quality greeting card. The cards are comparable to what you would buy in a greeting card store, but actually cost less at less than $2.50 per card (including postage).

Buyers can use their prepaid cards to send thank you cards to your supporters, birthday cards, or just cards to keep in touch. There are 25 categories of cards to choose from.

"Not only can charity groups benefit from selling the cards, the greeting cards for a cause system allows charities to quickly and easily send handwritten merged campaigns to supporters and donors," says Meredith Eisenberg, president of Greeting Cards for a Cause. "The cards have made my Team in Training fundraising much easier."

For more information visit http://greetingcardsforacause.com

        

Investment Firm Celebrates Historic 100th Anniversary with "Year of Service" Charity Campaign

Institutions often celebrate anniversaries with plenty of fanfare, but David A. Noyes & Company, a full-service investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago, is choosing a different route. During 2008, the firm will participate in various volunteer work and events, sponsorship programs and other types of charity efforts in the communities they serve. Dubbed, "A Year of Service," the campaign will partner with four Chicago area children's charities and one in Indianapolis.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) January 3, 2008 -- Institutions often celebrate anniversaries with plenty of fanfare, but David A. Noyes & Company, a full-service investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago, is choosing a different route. During 2008, the firm will participate in various volunteer work and events, sponsorship programs and other types of charity efforts in the communities they serve. Dubbed, "A Year of Service," the campaign will partner with four Chicago area children's charities and one in Indianapolis.

"As we debated how best to celebrate our centennial, we reflected upon the single value that has always been a constant at our firm -- a commitment to service," says L.H. Bayley, Chairman and Financial Advisor for over 50 years. "So, for our 100th anniversary, we decided to focus our efforts on serving those in need in our community."

And we are thrilled at the prospect of celebrating our 100th anniversary with acts of appreciation, kindness and charity to those folks we haven't been able to serve.

After an exhaustive review and analysis of various local organizations, the principals at the firm decided to focus on children's hospital and related charities. While much of the 2008 calendar is still in the planning process, the following organizations will be recipients of the David A. Noyes & Company "A Year of Service" campaign:

• Children's Memorial Hospital
• La Rabida Children's Hospital
• Ronald McDonald House
• Rush Children's Hospital
• Peyton Manning's Children's Hospital

"The beginning of a new year is always a very exciting time, but it's even more exciting for us because it marks a significant milestone," says Paul E. Murin, President and CEO. "And we are thrilled at the prospect of celebrating our 100th anniversary with acts of appreciation, kindness and charity to those folks we haven't been able to serve."

About David A. Noyes & Company

David A. Noyes & Company is a full-service investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago, with branches throughout the Midwest, including two in Indianapolis. Founded in 1908, the firm has the unique distinction of being the oldest New York Stock Exchange Member based in Chicago. The privately-held firm offers a comprehensive menu of products and services to individual and institutional clients.

For more information on David A. Noyes & Company visit www.danoyes.com.

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Regions Charity Classic Launches 2008 Regions Trivia Challenge

Chance to Win Two Football Season Tickets to Your Favorite SEC School*

Birmingham, Ala. (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 11, 2008 -- How well do you know your Regions Charity Classic, Regions Bank and SEC trivia? You have the chance to test your knowledge as part of the third annual “Regions Trivia Challenge” online sweepstakes, a Regions Charity Classic contest that lasts through midnight April 30, 2008.

In the three years since introducing this contest, the number of entries has tripled. It’s proven to be very popular with participants from all over the nation and a great way for people to learn about the Regions Charity Classic.

Participants may enter the sweepstakes by visiting www.regionscharityclassic.com and correctly answering six (6) trivia questions. A random drawing of all correct entries will be held on or about May 2, 2008, to determine the Grand Prize winner.

“The Regions Trivia Challenge is our way of rewarding our Regions Charity Classic fans across the U.S. for their sports knowledge,” said Scott Peters, Regions chief marketing officer. “In the three years since introducing this contest, the number of entries has tripled. It’s proven to be very popular with participants from all over the nation and a great way for people to learn about the Regions Charity Classic.”

The Grand Prize winner will receive:

• Two 2008 football season tickets to the home games of the Southeastern Conference (“SEC”) school of the winner’s choice (excluding the University of Florida) OR Two 2008-2009 basketball season tickets to home games of the University of Florida.*

• VIP Weekend at the Regions Charity Classic for the winner and a guest, including deluxe hotel accommodations at the Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa, VIP tickets to the tournament for two, one $100 gift card to be used at Brock’s Restaurant located inside the hotel, and one $100 merchandise gift card to be used in the Regions Charity Classic merchandise tent.    

The Regions Charity Classic presented by Bruno’s Supermarkets is part of the Champions Tour and will be held May 14-18, 2008, at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Ross Bridge in Hoover, Ala. A field of 78 golf professionals will be competing for a $1.7 million purse, with the winner receiving $255,000. In its 16-year history, the tournament is approaching $10 million raised for various charities.

Please visit www.regionscharityclassic.com for complete official sweepstakes rules and additional tournament information.**

*Grand Prize winner will have the option of receiving two (2) 2008 football season tickets to the home games of any SEC school other than the University of Florida or two (2) 2008-2009 basketball season tickets to the home games of the University of Florida.

**No purchase, payment of any kind or banking relationship is required to enter or win. Void where prohibited. Open only to legal residents of the District of Columbia and the states of United States (except Rhode Island and New York) who are 18 years of age or older at time of entry. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Grand Prize approximate retail value: $4900. See www.regionscharityclassic.com for official rules. Sponsors: Regions Charity Classic and Regions Financial Corporation.    

About The Tournament
The 2008 Regions Charity Classic presented by Bruno’s Supermarkets will be held May 14-18 at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Ross Bridge. Players anticipated to participate include Tom Kite, Bernhard Langer, Hale Irwin, Loren Roberts, Hal Sutton, Ben Crenshaw, Jerry Pate and many other great names. Brad Bryant became a two-time defending Regions Charity Classic champion during the sixteenth annual tournament. Since its inception, the tournament foundation is approaching $10 million for various charities. Please visit www.regionscharityclassic.com for ticket, sponsorship, volunteer, charity or general information.

About Regions
Regions Financial Corporation is a member of the S&P 100 Index and Forbes Magazine's "Platinum 400" list of America's best big companies. With $141 billion in assets, Regions is one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, trust, securities brokerage, mortgage and insurance products and services. Regions serves customers in 16 states across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates almost 2,000 banking offices and nearly 2,500 ATMs. Its investment and securities brokerage, trust and asset management division, Morgan Keegan & Company Inc., provides services from over 400 offices. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at www.regions.com.

Contact:    
Rose Kausler
(205) 262.2824
rkausler @ regionscharityclassic.com

Shanon Rust
(205) 264-7023
shanon.rust @ regions.com

        

Sports Fan Warehouse Launches Charity Sponsorship Program

Sports Fan Warehouse (http://www.sportsfanwarehouse.com) announces program that will give Local and National Charities and Fundraisers the opportunity to earn 10% of http://www.sportsfanwarehouse.com sales.

Dawsonville, GA (PRWEB) June 30, 2006 -- The new charity program at Sports Fan Warehouse gives Charity and Fundraising groups the opportunity to earn 10% of SportsFanWarehouse.com sales. Groups that provide a link to SportsFanWarehouse.com will receive 10% of all sales that are initiated from the Charity's web site.

"Each group that joins our program will receive a unique link that allows us to track sales generated by that group." said Tom Haley, general manager of Sports Fan Warehouse. "We even provide each group with a link to the statistics tracker so they can monitor their funds raised on a daily basis," Haley added. "We are very excited about this program and the opportunity to give back to the community."

In addition to the web site link program, Sports Fan Warehouse will also participate in Discount Card programs frequently used by local groups for fundraising.

To join the Sports Fan Warehouse Charity Program, or for additional information, please contact us.

Sports Fan Warehouse delivers quality NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR and NCAA licensed team logo merchandise from manufacturers like Riddell, Reebok, Majestic, Schutt, Wincraft, Northwest, Adidas, Franklin and Colosseum: just to name a few.

Are you ready for game day? Visit http://www.sportsfanwarehouse.com , Sports Novelties for Serious Sports Fans.

        

Luxury Lingerie Brand Implements Online User Generated Content Campaign to Drive Deeper Interaction with Consumers

SAN DIEGO (Business Wire EON) August 1, 2007 -- Brickfish, the online marketing platform, today announced a partnership with Frederick’s of Hollywood to launch the “From Your Design to Hollywood & Vine,” campaign to send one consumer-designed corset down the runway at their renowned annual celebrity charity event. Past shows have featured designs from celebrities including Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Charlize Theron, and Tea Leoni. Located at www.brickfish.com/fashion/corsetdesign, the “From Your Design to Hollywood & Vine” campaign invites fashion fans to create unique corset creations and post them online after which anyone can review, vote on and share their favorite designs. Winning designs will be chosen by campaign viewers and Frederick’s of Hollywood representatives.

From Your Design to Hollywood & Vine

“For the first time a consumer’s piece will be showcased on the same runway as creations by A-list celebrities because the Brickfish platform allows us to tap into talent in an incredibly engaging way,” said Yolanda Dunbar, senior vice president of brand and marketing for Frederick’s of Hollywood. “This campaign offers value on many levels, from integrating our consumers into the judging process to sharing our brand with a highly targeted Web audience. We are confident that using the Brickfish platform will help us forge a more intimate relationship with our consumers in addition to adding a unique element to our revered charity event.”

According to Dunbar, Frederick’s of Hollywood chose to partner with Brickfish to drive deeper brand interaction through User Generated Content (UGC). The Brickfish platform enables campaign participants to submit corset designs, review and vote for their favorite, and to share the concepts through email, Instant Messaging and hundreds of Internet sites, enabling multiple points of contact. The Brickfish approach drives true consumer-to-consumer viral behavior resulting in more consumers spending time with and talking about the brand. And because recommendations from peers typically carry more weight than many forms of advertising, the ability for viewers to easily share the entrant’s designs converts the campaign into a powerful viral machine.

“Frederick’s of Hollywood is leading the charge for a number of fashion brands seeking vehicles to help them forge more engaging relationships with their consumers,” said Shahi Ghanem, CEO of Brickfish. “Our UGC campaigns are a perfect compliment to advertising and marketing campaigns, and using this campaign to highlight promotional efforts for their annual charity event helps the consumer feel connected and involved with the company on a whole new level.”

The “From Your Design to Hollywood & Vine” contest ends September 14. For more information visit www.Brickfish.com.

About Frederick’s of Hollywood

For more than 60 years, Frederick’s of Hollywood has been the pioneer in innovative, alluring lingerie. Every time a woman in America puts on a piece of black lingerie, a push-up bra or a thong, she has Frederick’s to thank. With more than 150 boutique stores nationwide, world-famous catalog and online shop, Frederick’s has been recognized as one of the world’s most well known brands. Visit www.fredericks.com.

About Brickfish

Brickfish is an online marketing company that has created a new platform for driving consumer interaction and response through User Generated Content (UGC). Companies use the Brickfish platform to launch advertising and marketing campaigns that spark the creation of brand-relevant UGC, such as blogs, images, video and audio. Campaign content is shared in a peer-to-peer fashion via email, IM and thousands of sites across the Web and campaign participants are rewarded for creating, voting, reviewing and sharing campaign content. Brickfish tracks consumer interactions with this content and then provides customers with comprehensive analytics on campaign reach and performance. This approach provides better value than traditional online marketing approaches such as display-based advertising and key word buys. Many features of the Brickfish platform and its underlying technologies are patent-pending. Brickfish is headquartered in San Diego, Calif. with personnel in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

        

Events by Brawin Plans 1st Annual "Girls Gone Riding For Charity"

Events by Brawin and Girls Gone Riding...for Charity has designated the charity that will receive the proceeds of their first motorcycle charity event.

(PRWEB) April 22, 2007 -- Imagine a day where fabulous women line up along the lakefront on their chromed out motorcycles. They're all decked out in their gear and ready to ride. And at the end of that ride, they present a check to their favorite charity and proceed to party the night away.

And that charity is...

The 1st Annual "Girls Gone Riding...for Charity" is pleased to announce that the proceeds from this unique motorcycle event will benefit the Chicago Abused Women Coalition.

In 1976 a landmark meeting was held in Chicago to address the crisis of women abuse. This gathering resulted in the formation of a task force that ultimately became the Chicago Abused Women Coalition.

With no models for guidance, relying only on the experience of the women who had survived domestic abuse, CAWC initiated the first domestic violence services program in Chicago. In 1977, they established the first shelter for battered women and their children.

CAWC programs provide shelter and support services to women and their children who are victims of domestic violence. All CAWC services are based on a philosophy of self-help and are designed to empower women to enhance their safety and well being. Since CAWC's inception as the first domestic violence program in Chicago, the agency has served over 26,000 women and children. The Chicago Abused Women Coalition is committed to ending domestic violence.

"Girls Gone Riding...for Charity" is thrilled to support the advancement of the Chicago Abused Women Coalition. Learn more about CAWC by visiting their website at www.cawc.org

Please mark your calendar for Saturday June 23rd, 2007. Pre-registration for this event is a must.

Registered riders will be escorted on a leisurely, scenic ride. Please visit our website at www.brawin.com for up to date ride details.

If you are a motorcycle enthusiast of any gender and any experience level, then we cordially invite you to come out and take part in what is sure to be an exciting event.

The registration fee is $20 for solo bikers and $35 for bikers with passengers. Please visit the website to download registration forms.

In order to meet our fundraising goal for this event, we need your financial support so we ask that you consider sponsoring this event.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Brawin at 312.953.0906.

Stay tuned. More exciting announcements to come.

Be a part of the excitement that is … "Girls Gone Riding!"

For more information contact Brawin of Events by Brawin
312.953.0906.

        

Investment Firm Celebrates Historic 100th Anniversary with "Year of Service" Charity Campaign

Institutions often celebrate anniversaries with plenty of fanfare, but David A. Noyes & Company, a full-service investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago, is choosing a different route. During 2008, the firm will participate in various volunteer work and events, sponsorship programs and other types of charity efforts in the communities they serve. Dubbed, "A Year of Service," the campaign will partner with four Chicago area children's charities and one in Indianapolis.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) January 3, 2008 -- Institutions often celebrate anniversaries with plenty of fanfare, but David A. Noyes & Company, a full-service investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago, is choosing a different route. During 2008, the firm will participate in various volunteer work and events, sponsorship programs and other types of charity efforts in the communities they serve. Dubbed, "A Year of Service," the campaign will partner with four Chicago area children's charities and one in Indianapolis.

"As we debated how best to celebrate our centennial, we reflected upon the single value that has always been a constant at our firm -- a commitment to service," says L.H. Bayley, Chairman and Financial Advisor for over 50 years. "So, for our 100th anniversary, we decided to focus our efforts on serving those in need in our community."

So, for our 100th anniversary, we decided to focus our efforts on serving those in need in our community.

After an exhaustive review and analysis of various local organizations, the principals at the firm decided to focus on children's hospital and related charities. While much of the 2008 calendar is still in the planning process, the following organizations will be recipients of the David A. Noyes & Company "A Year of Service" campaign:

• Children's Memorial Hospital
• La Rabida Children's Hospital
• Ronald McDonald House
• Rush Children's Hospital
• Peyton Manning's Children's Hospital

"The beginning of a new year is always a very exciting time, but it's even more exciting for us because it marks a significant milestone," says Paul E. Murin, President and CEO. "And we are thrilled at the prospect of celebrating our 100th anniversary with acts of appreciation, kindness and charity to those folks we haven't been able to serve."

About David A. Noyes & Company

David A. Noyes & Company is a full-service investment firm headquartered in downtown Chicago, with branches throughout the Midwest, including two in Indianapolis. Founded in 1908, the firm has the unique distinction of being the oldest New York Stock Exchange Member based in Chicago. The privately-held firm offers a comprehensive menu of products and services to individual and institutional clients.

For more information on David A. Noyes & Company visit www.danoyes.com.

        

WhenToWork, Inc., Release WhenToHelp.com Volunteer Scheduling Solution Solves Charity Woes

WhenToWork, Inc., makers of online employee scheduling software, today announced the release of WhenToHelp.com, online scheduling software for charities and other volunteer-based organizations. The company also announced it would provide free subscriptions of WhenToHelp Lite to qualifying charities.

Tustin, CA (PRWEB) January 3, 2008 -- WhenToWork, Inc., makers of online employee scheduling software, today announced the release of WhenToHelp.com, online scheduling software for charities and other volunteer-based organizations. The company also announced it would provide free subscriptions of WhenToHelp Lite to qualifying charities.

Four in five charities registered with the IRS -- an estimated 174,000 organizations -- use volunteers, according to a brief from the Corporation for National and Community Service. And, as the brief notes, charity organizations face losing those volunteers if they are not effectively managed.

"Turnover is a costly problem for any organization," says WhenToWork Director of Operations Mary Adzich "but for a volunteer-based charity it can be catastrophic. We created WhenToHelp to make scheduling and communication easier for organizers and the volunteers they manage.
Our formula is very simple: Help organizations keep volunteers happy. When volunteers are happy, they're more likely to stay and to encourage others to join them."

Adzich says the key to WhenToHelp is its cross-matching capabilities. The service stores volunteer availability and preferences, which can then be matched to the organization's needs. The program returns the optimal schedule in seconds and, once published, volunteers receive their schedules by email and are able to log on to submit updates, contact other volunteers or change their preferences.

Online volunteer management and scheduling saves organizers time and phone calling, but it's only half the battle, according to Adzich. The other half, she says, is timely communication.

"Last-minute changes are a reality with service organizations," says Adzich. "The most successful volunteer-based groups are those flexible enough to quickly reschedule or redirect volunteers without compromising the quality of services they provide to the community."

WhenToHelp notifies volunteers of changes through email or text message, and organizers can set preferences to automatically accept changes or to require approval before updates are made. The program is accessible from any computer with an Internet connection and has an easy-to-use, drag-and-drop interface.

WhenToHelp and WhenToHelp Lite are available through online subscription at http://WhenToHelp.com. WhenToHelp subscriptions start at $15 per month, based on duration and number of users. Discounts are available for multi-month, pay-ahead subscribers. Paid subscriptions allow greater flexibility and customization, and remove all restrictions on the number of shifts and volunteers that can be added.

A 30-day free trial is available at http://WhenToHelp.com. Qualifying charities - US 501(C)3 organizations and Canadian Registered Charities - can apply for extended free use beyond the trial period.

About WhenToWork, Inc.:
WhenToWork is a leading provider of online employee and volunteer scheduling systems for business owners and managers, charity organizations and non-profits. Its flagship solutions, WhenToWork and WhenToHelp, simplify the management of staff scheduling and one-to-many communications. The company's mission is to provide fast, reliable and affordable quality services to all customers. Founded in 2000, WhenToWork is based in Tustin, California, and serves small, medium and large companies nationwide. More information can be found at www.whentowork.com.

If you'd like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Ginny Apke at (949) 481-4701, or by email.

Additional topics of interest
-   Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts Drive Creation of WhenToHelp
-   WhenToHelp Subscriptions Free To All Qualified Charities
-   Siblings Meld Math, Communications and Science Careers to Solve Organizational Need
-   Philanthropic Commitment Brings Orange County, California Company New Business Success

Testimonials, awards, and industries served
-   WhenToWork, Inc., customer testimonials: http://whentowork.com/testimonials.htm
-   WhenToWork Leads Public Transit Agency to Innovation Award
-   Client Industries: Emergency medical services, police and security services, parks and recreation, universities, food services, hospitality sector, retail stores, libraries, medical, city services.

        

Intelligent Office of Garden City, NY to Support and Advocate for the Children's Sport Connection Charity

Intelligent Office of Garden City, NY announces that it will be supporting and serving as an advocate for the Children's Sport Connection, a charity that collects and provides new and used sporting goods to children of families in need.

Garden City, NY (PRWEB) March 25, 2008 -- The Intelligent Office of Garden City, New York will provide financial support and advocate for the Children's Sport Connection. The Children's Sport Connection is a charity dedicated to collecting slightly used sporting equipment and to funding athletic participation for the children of families in need.

"I have been involved in organized sports for as long as I can remember," said Roger Kahn, owner of the Intelligent Office in Garden City, New York and former All-State swimmer from Hewlett High School. "Sport participation is a healthy diversion and character-builder. The lessons and benefits of sport participation and athletic competition are something that you can take through your whole life. I still swim competitively on a national level, and I wouldn't change it for the world. Anything that we can do to support and encourage a young person's athletic participation will have positive results for both the child and the community."

"I was introduced to the Intelligent Office and Roger through the Long Island Way", said Patricia D' Accolti, founder and president of the Children's Sport Connection. The Long Island Way connects charities and corporate sponsors across Long Island. "We are a growing charity, and we need both athletic equipment and funding. Our involvement with Intelligent Office and other community-minded businesses on Long Island helps us to meet the needs of children we are looking to serve," said Ms. D'Accolti.

The Intelligent Office in Garden City will be working with Ms. D'Accolti and the Children's Sport Connection to collect lightly used sporting equipment and to raise funds and awareness of the charity's mission.

Intelligent Office is the nation's leader in virtual offices and remote/outsourced telephone reception services. Intelligent Office -- Garden City has been voted LI's Best Executive in a Long Island Business News readers' poll.

        

Presented By Hopevolleyball.com
Music Styles 70s, 80s, 90s
DateJune 02, 2007
Time 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location Toronto, ON
Venue Name Toronto Island
Venue Address Toronto Island
Event Type Sports, Fundraiser or Benefit, Outdoor
Ticket Prices varies
Ticket Outlets www.hopevolleyball.com
Phone 416-972-7344
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Website http://www.hopevolleyball.com

Additional Information Volleyball Charity Tournament in its 20th year - June 14, 2008

Join the fun and excitement with over a 5,000 participants at HOPE'S 20th annual Charity Volleyball Tournament this June 14, 2008 at the Toronto Islands. From beginners to pros everyone is welcome....join as a team or as an individual. Proceeds of the event go to local charities that tend to get overlooked. Charities for this year are Future Possibilities Canada Inc., www.fpcanada.org and Sheena’s Place, www.sheenasplace.org

Great outdoor feel good event. Make sure to mark the date on your calendar..sign up early to take advantage of the early bird discount. More information can be found at www.hopevolleyball.com