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American Cancer Society – May 13, 2013

On May 15, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Stacey Kupfer from American Cancer Society: Relay for Life. The Relay for Life is set for May 18, 2013 at Central Park and plans to raise $500,000 in fundraising this year. Each year, more than 4 million people in over 20 countries raise much-needed funds and awareness to save ...

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Habitat For Humanity – May 6, 2013

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On May 6, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity San Fernando/Santa Clarita Valleys was founded in 1990 as an affiliate for Habitat of Humanity International.  We are a locally run, independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving North Los Angeles County, building houses for low-income working families and veteran families.  To date, we ...

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Family Promise – April 29, 2013

On April 29, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Terry Comp, Laurie Ender, Chris Najarro and Gary Choppe of Family Promise. Family Promise discussed their events coming up this year which will be highlighted by Box City. Participants set a goal to raise $100 in pledges and contributions and sleep overnight in a cardboard box “home” as a ...

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Bridges To Ability – April 15, 2013

On April 15, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Rob Muir from Bridges to Ability. Bridges to Ability improves the lives of teens and adults with disabilities through quality vocational, educational, social, and recreational programs. The foundation provides a “Bridge” to the continuity in much needed activities and services, to keep their clients stimulated, active and social, and ...

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Project Kindle – March 18, 2013

On March 18, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Trina Harrison from Project Kindle. Project Kindle strives on improving the quality of life for children, young adults and families through year-round recreational experiences, educational programs, and support services. Project Kindle’s primary purpose is to serve those with serious illnesses, special needs and other life challenges by provide ...

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Bridges to Ability – March 4, 2013

On March 4, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Rob Muir from Bridges to Ability. Bridges to Ability improves the lives of teens and adults with disabilities through quality vocational, educational, social, and recreational programs. The foundation provides a “Bridge” to the continuity in much needed activities and services, to keep their clients stimulated, active and social, ...

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American Cancer Society: Relay For Life – February 25, 2013

On February 4, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Danika Sanchez and Stacey Kupfer from American Cancer Society: Relay for Life. The Relay for Life is set for May 18, 2013 at Central Park and plans to raise $500,000 in fundraising this year. In California Santa Clarita is third in the amount of fundraising by one ...

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The Michael Hoefflin Foundation – February 4, 2013

On February 4, 2013 Janice Murray, host of the Non-Profit Spotlight Show, sat down with Gillian Stone, Executive Director of The Michael Hoefflin Foundation and discussed the events the foundation has planned for 2013. Events included: The 2013 Santa Clarita Wine Fest and the 2013 Walk and 5K run for Children with Cancer. The Michael Hoefflin Foundation for Children’s Cancer is a public non profit ...

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SCV Scholarship Foundation – January 28, 2013

On January 28, Janice Murray sat down with Elaine Foderaro, president of the SCV Scholarship Foundation, and discussed the scholarship’s history and how the foundation helps change lives. The SCV Scholarship Foundation focuses on recognizing and rewarding exemplary work and to encourage higher education for graduating seniors of William S. Hart Union High School District. The Foundation anticipates more than $200,000 in scholarships will ...

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Heads Up Therapy on Horseback – January 21, 2013

On January 21, Janice Murray sat down with Nancy Pitchford-Zhe of Heads Up Therapy on Horseback and discussed what programs and events Heads Up have planned in the upcoming months and the rest of the year. Therapy On Horseback, where many dreams come true for young and old. Heads Up was established in 1986 and is dedicated to providing therapeutic riding for ...

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