Stories of Success

Over the years, we have witnessed remarkable stories of success. From the heroic efforts of citizens rebuilding the Gulf Coast to women walking miles to distribute books in the world’s most dangerous regions, the resolve of our grantees and program participants has inspired us to share their stories.

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United States United States

Voices from the Network: A Movement for the Moment

Program officer Sheelah Muhammad searches for organizations that share her passion for solving the health crisis in low-income, urban communities.

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United States United States

Literacy Courses Benefit Immigrants and Community

The Teton Literacy Program passes on its love of literacy to the local community, enriching the lives of the children and adults it instructs.

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United States United States

Voices from the Network: A Guiding Spirit

From helping teens read to building schools around the globe, supervising grants manager Annie Streer discusses both the symbolic importance and real impact of the Angel Network.

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United States United States

Standing Up for Kids

By founding StandUp For Kids, former Naval officer Rick Koca took his compassion to the streets in an effort to help homeless teenagers regain their footing and find new hope.

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United States United States

A Prescription for Change

A burdened health care system finds relief through Project HEALTH, an organization that recruits college volunteers to work at family help desks in medical centers.

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South Africa South Africa

Voices from the Network: Connecting Communities

Angel Network program officer Gregg Sherkin discusses how his experiences in South Africa motivate him to help developing communities create sustainable strategies for long-term success.

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More from the Archive

Education | United States

Challenging Students to Dive Beneath the Surface

Education | United States

Advocating for Healthier Schools

Education | United States

Grooming a New Generation of Entrepreneurs

Education | United States

Global Fund Generates Priceless Returns for Children

Education | United States

Interrupting the Virus of Violence

Education | Dominican Republic

Caribbean Book Donation Program Brightens Day

Basic Rights | Afghanistan

Empowering the Women of Afghanistan

Basic Rights | Pakistan

Laying a Foundation for Peace

Basic Rights | Afghanistan

Helping Afghan Children

Education | South Africa

TEACH South Africa: Young Educators on Frontline of Change

Basic Rights | United States

A Safe Haven in Times of Need

Education | United States

Cabrini Green Mentor Expands Networks for Students

Leadership | United States

Insights from a Teacher of the Year

Communities | United States

Revitalizing a Reservation, Preserving a Culture

Basic Rights | United States

The Quest for Food Justice

Education | United States

Working to End Africa's Book Famine

Communities | United States

Serving Up Snacks of Knowledge and Guidance

Basic Rights | United States

A Heartfelt Mission Grows

Communities | United States

Using Dr. Seuss to Keep the Peace

Education | United States

Teenagers in Trouble Turn to Books for Support

Education | South Africa

Creating Schools Project: Model Approach to Building Schools

Education | United States

Stirring Up Change in D.C.

Communities | United States

Building a Lasting Spirit

Leadership | United States

Centers and Mentors Team Up to Unlock Dreams

Leadership | United States

A World Bigger than Their Backyard

Leadership | United States

O Ambassadors Leader Profile: Dennis Devorick

Leadership | United States

O Ambassador Student Profile: David Woulard

Communities | United States

Across Generations, Hope Finds a Home

Education | United States

New Opportunities for Appalachian Women

Education | United States

Great Expectations for At-Risk Teens

Communities | United States

Donor Profile: In a Class by Herself

Communities | United States

Architects of Change

Communities | United States

'Divine Appointments' Help Rebuild Community

Leadership | United States

O Ambassadors at Ridgeview Elementary

Communities | United States

Rebuilding Rural Louisiana

Leadership | United States

Earl Wooster High O Ambassadors

Leadership | United States

O Ambassadors at Major Pratt School

Leadership | United States

O Ambassadors at Most Precious Blood School

Communities | United States

Family Sticks Together After Katrina

Communities | United States

Building a Life After Katrina

Leadership | United States

O Ambassadors at Lockhart Middle School

Leadership | United States

O Ambassadors at Ulysses Byas Elementary School

Basic Rights | South Africa

Bringing HIV Education, Services to Youth

Basic Rights | Kenya

Support for Women with HIV

Education | South Africa

School Sits at Center of Community

Education | United States

A Book for Every Child

Education | China

Sending Children to School

Communities | Kenya

Empowering Women in the Community

Communities | Sri Lanka

Learning Skills for the Future

Communities | United States

Helping Gulf Coast Communities Come Back Stronger than Ever



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