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There are 600 million adolescent girls in the developing world. They are an undeniable force for social and economic impact. But only if given the opportunity. Around the world, girls are denied a formal education because of social, economic, legal and political factors. And in being denied an education, society loses one of its greatest and most powerful resources. The Malala Fund aims to change that. You can learn more about Malala and her foundation at:http://www.malalafund.org/
The goal of the Davis Phinney Foundation is to improve the lives of people living with Parkinson's. The Foundation provides information, practical tools, and inspiration to people living with Parkinson's Disease. The Foundation sponsors a number of programs and initiatives. The "Victory Summit" is a day for inspiration and learning. Members of the Parkinson's community can hear presentations from internationally recognized researchers, clinicians, and therapists. The Davis Phinney Foundation also sponsors the "Every Victory Counts" program, and the "Living Well Challenge." Details on these valued programs can be found on the Foundation's website. See: http://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org/
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"Tell Every Amazing Lady about Ovarian Cancer" or "T.E.A.L." is a mission of the Louisa McGregor Ovarian Cancer Foundation. "T.E.A.L." works to promote awareness of the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cancer, to enable early detection, and to help find the cure. Ovarian Cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States. The symptoms of Ovarian Cancer are often vague and subtle, making it difficult to diagnose. In the U.S. alone, there will be around 22,000 new cases of Ovarian Cancer diagnosed this year. T.E.A.L. sponsors fundraising walks and other events. T.E.A.L.'s website offers information on Ovarian Cancer and lists helpful resources for cancer patients. The annual T.E.A.L. Walk/Run for Ovarian Cancer is held every September in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. Our next Walk/Run will be Saturday, September 7, 2013. Learn more about T.E.A.L. and their effort to combat Ovarian Cancer at: www.tealwalk.org
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The Bruce Lee Foundation is working to extend Bruce Lee's legacy through events, educational programs, martial arts instruction, and a future Bruce Lee Museum. The foundation believes that the late Bruce Lee can serve as a quality example for young people to follow, and that his legacy can enrich lives, open minds, and break down barriers. The foundation is raising funds to build a Bruce Lee Action Museum in Seattle, Washington. The Bruce Lee Foundation website offers a lot of information on Bruce Lee and the foundation's work. See: www.bruceleefoundation.com
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Creative Growth is a non-profit visual arts center in Oakland, California, that provides art programs, educational training, counseling, and vocational training to adults living with disabilities. The Creative Growth Art center provides a professional studio environment for artistic development, gallery exhibition and representation, and a social atmosphere among peers. The center offers a Creative Growth Gallery that is open to the public. Here, works of art from the members and clients of the center are put on display...with some for sale. Learn more about the Creative Growth Center and the great work that they are doing, at: www.creativegrowth.org
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The Solar Impulse is an ultra-light solar airplane capable of flying day and night without fuel. The Solar Impulse team wants to promote renewable energies by flying around the world in a solar airplane, without fuel or pollution. "Our airplane is not designed to carry passengers, but to carry a message," said one of the team leaders. Flight testing will begin in 2014, and the flight around the world is scheduled for 2015. The Solar Impulse will land in each continent in the Northern Hemisphere. Educational programs and presentations will be a part of the Solar Impulse mission. Learn more about this amazing plane, at: www.solarimpulse.com
10The Solar Impulse is an ultra-light solar airplane capable of flying day and night without fuel. The Solar Impulse team wants to promote renewable energies by flying around the world in a solar airplane, without fuel or pollution. "Our airplane is not designed to carry passengers, but to carry a message," said one of the team leaders. Flight testing will begin in 2014, and the flight around the world is scheduled for 2015. The Solar Impulse will land in each continent in the Northern Hemisphere. Educational programs and presentations will be a part of the Solar Impulse mission. Learn more about this amazing plane, at: www.solarimpulse.com
In 1976, Dick Traum became the first amputee runner to complete the New York City Marathon. Years later, Dick Traum founded the Achilles Track Club, now called Achilles International.
Achilles International is a 'community of support" for athletes with disabilities. The group has chapters and members in over 65 locations in the United States and abroad. Able-bodied volunteers and disabled runners train together in an environment of support and community.
Achilles International has developed specialized programs for children and veterans...Achilles Kids and Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans.
From the Achilles International website: "While our programs focus on athletics, the truth is, sports are simply the tool for accomplishing our main objective: to bring hope, inspiration, and the joys of achievement to people with disabilities."
Achilles International's signature event is the "Hope & Possibility Five-Miler" a race where able-bodied and disabled athletes participate side-by-side.
If you would like to donate to Achilles International, please go to: www.achillesinternational.org
The mission of the Haitian Health Foundation (HHF) is "to improve the health and well being of the poor, the sick, and the infirm."
The organization's main facility is located in Jeremie, a city located in the western end of Haiti. HHF also provides support to over 100 rural mountain villages.
HHF's founder Dr. Jeremiah Lowney was recently honored by the White House as a "Champion of Change" for his group's work in Haiti over the past 31 years.
The Haitian Health Foundation is a very efficient charity. Less than 8% of public donations are spent on overhead and administrative costs.
Learn more about HHF, and see if you can help. www.haitianhealthfoundation.org
"Books for all," is the slogan for Worldreader. Worldreader gives people in the developing world access to digital books. "Using e-readers and mobile phones, we provide children and their families access to tens of thousands of local and international e-books, so they can improve their lives."
Worldreader reports that 50% of schools in sub-Saharan Africa have few or no books. In fact, most children in Africa never own a book. "With the power of digital books we can change that," claims Worldreader.
See if you can help Worldreader with their mission to provide books to all. Go to: www.worldreader.org
d.light is an international social enterprise company serving households without access to reliable electricity. 1 out of 3 people don't have reliable access to electricity. d.light is working to bring customers reliable power so they can enjoy a brighter future.
The company aims to empower the lives of at least 100 million people by the year 2020. d.light accepts the belief that companies can make a profit and do good by creating products and services for the world's poorest people.
On the d.light website, customers can purchase products. 10% of net proceeds from these online sales go towards d.light's "Give Light Program," a program that provides solar lanterns to kids without electricity.
Learn more, at: www.dlightdesign.com
Team Gleason is working to find a cure for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). Team Gleason was started by Steve Gleason, a former NFL player who was diagnosed with the disease in 2011.
Team Gleason works to increase public awareness for ALS, raise funds to empower those living with the disease to live rewarding lives, and works to find a cure.
Steve Gleason's motto is "no white flags," never surrender to ALS.
Last month, Steve Gleason and several of his former teammates hiked in Peru and visited Machu Picchu.
Learn more about Steve Gleason and his foundation, at: www.teamgleason.org
You can explore the cosmos from your computer with NASA's "Eyes on the Solar System" program.
"You control space and time," on the 3-D environment that NASA is providing on their "Eyes on the Solar System" website.
Visitors to the site watch an introduction and then can view video tutorials to get started.
There's a lot to see on "Eyes on the Solar System." Check out your universe, at: http://eyes.nasa.gov
Thomas Jefferson wrote this a few weeks before his death. It was part of letter that he sent declining an invitation (he was in poor health) to attend an event celebrating the Declaration of Independence.
"All eyes are opened, or opening to the rights of man. The general spread of the light of science has already laid open to every view the palpable truth, that the mass of mankind has not been born with saddles on their backs, nor a favored few booted and spurred, ready to ride them legitimately, by the grace of god. These are grounds of hope for others. For ourselves, let the annual return of this day forever refresh our recollections of these rights, and an undiminished devotion to them."
Sometime in the future, there will be 3D printing vending machines. Actually, the future is now!
Dreambox has installed a 3D printing vending machine on the campus of UC Berkeley.
Here's how it works: The customer chooses and uploads a design...the print is sent to the local Dreambox...the customer receives a phone message when the item is finished printing.
Learn more about this new and amazing service, at: www.3dreambox.com
Major League Baseball and the MLB Players' Association is working with the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) to prevent skin cancer. "Play Sun Smart" is a program that brings organizations and individuals together to prevent skin #cancer through early detection and prevention tips.
Through the Play Sun Smart program, tens of thousands of skin cancer screenings have been performed.
You can learn more about the "Play Sun Smart" program through the AAD's website.
Go to: http://www.aad.org/spot-skin-cancer/what-we-do/play-sun-smart#.UcheBj54aDY
Operation Surf is "healing and honoring heroes." Operation Surf makes use of the healing power of the ocean to help wounded soldiers. Participants enjoy a week long event, and receive surfing lessons from world-class instructors.
"The Participants had life-altering wounds in defense of our freedom; it seems like the least we can do is help them recover."
Operation Surf is a recognized rehabilitative program by the U.S. government, but does not receive federal funding. The program relies on public donations.
Learn more about Operation Surf, and see if you can help, at: www.operationsurf.com.
The Robin Hood Foundation has been called, "one of the most innovative and influential philanthropic organizations of our time."
The Robin Hood Foundation targets poverty in New York City. The group searches for, funds, and partners with programs that are helping the poor. The Foundation employs a rigorous evaluation system, and cancels funding to grantees that do not meet their established goals.
The Robin Hood Foundation Board pays for all administrative costs, thus 100% of donations go to program funding.
The Robin Hood Foundation and its founder Paul Tudor Jones were recently featured on 60 Minutes.
Learn more about the Robin Hood Foundation and how you might help, at: www.robinhood.org