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Haiti
Beauty Redefined at Haitian Hospital
Many patients have been at the University Hospital in Haiti since the earthquake and, despite the uncomfortable living conditions there, do not want to leave because they have nowhere to go.
United States
Community Baby Showers
Today, I held another community baby shower in New York. I was and am always amazed by the number of pregnant, low-income women who need help.
United States
Operation Soldier Smile
There are many families of soldiers that have been hit hard by the economy and cannot afford to ship packages. These are the soldiers that we love to put on our Operation Soldier Smile roster.
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Dancing for Haiti
I bring characters to life through the art form of dance. When I was introduced to Haitian folklore and culture, I was awe-inspired and so struck by the richness of this place and of these people.
Rwanda
Soccer and Smiles in Rwanda
A story from a member
Four months before landing in Rwanda, I signed up to develop the sports program for Hope Shines, a nonprofit that's committed to enhancing the lives of orphaned children in the developing world.
Zimbabwe
Support for Orphans, Caregivers in Zimbabwe
One hot summer's day, a group of women sat under an acacia tree to talk about what they could do for the orphans and vulnerable children in their community. Seven years later ...
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Financial Help, Therapy for Special Needs Kids
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A Bike Ride to Help a Friend
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Moving Mountains in Mazatlan
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Lessons Learned in Haiti
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Hope Dances Eternal
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Honduras
Helping in Honduras
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A Salute to the Mentoring Midshipmen
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Pimp My Wheelchair!
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House for a Cure
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Helping Broken Families
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The Reluctant Step-Mom
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See the Change
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