THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY:

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service. With more than two million volunteers nationwide, the American Cancer Society is one of the oldest and largest voluntary health agencies in the United States. WEB SITE: www.cancer.org.

THE AMERICAN INDIA FOUNDATION:

The American India Foundation is a nonprofit American development organization that is devoted to accelerating social and economic change in India. The AIF has invested in over 100 Indian non-governmental organizations while raising about $50 million since its inception. It is one of the largest secular, non-partisan American organizations supporting development work in India. WEB SITE: www.aifoundation.org

ARIZONA FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN:

The mission of the Arizona Foundation for Women is to promote innovative solutions to fulfill the unmet needs of Arizona's Women and Children. The Foundation promotes philanthropy by and for women, funds model programs, facilitates community collaboration and influences public policy so that women and children can live free from fear in a just society. WEB SITE: www.azfoundationforwomen.org

THE BRIDGES OF LIGHT FOUNDATION:

The Bridges of Light Foundation was established in 2004 with the objective of raising money that is distributed specifically for children who have been abandoned, abused or neglected. All money goes directly to helping these children. They are left to be cared for by the state, in hopes of being adopted by a foster care family who will love and protect them. In most cases, the children stay in these facilities until the age of 18. This foundation helps these children become young men and women who head off to college to live a productive life with mentors who will guide and help them succeed with strength from what they have experienced. WEB SITE: www.bridgesoflightfoundation.com

CENTER FOR SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL EDUCATION:

CSEE is an organization that helps schools integrate crucial social and emotional learning with academic instruction. In doing so, they enhance student performance, prevent drop outs, reduce physical violence, bullying, and develop healthy and positively engaged adults. www.schoolclimate.org.
WEB SITE: www.schoolclimate.org

CHICAGO BEARS - BEARS CARE:

The Chicago Bears have a longstanding tradition of supporting numerous charities and assisting those in need. Bears Care was incorporated in 2005 as a 501 (c) 3 organization committed to improving the quality of life for people in the Chicagoland community, especially disadvantaged children and their families, through targeted programs supporting education, youth athletics, and medical research and health awareness programs focusing on breast and ovarian cancer. WEB SITE: www.chicagobears.com

CHILDHELP:

Founded in 1959 by Sara O’Meara and Yvonne Fedderson, Childhelp® is a leading national non-profit children's charities dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and neglect. Childhelp’s approach focuses on prevention, intervention and treatment. The Childhelp® National Child Abuse Hotline, 1-800-4-A-CHILD, operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and receives calls from throughout the United States, Canada, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Guam. Childhelp’s programs and services also include residential treatment services; children’s advocacy centers; therapeutic foster care; group homes; child abuse prevention, education and training. WEB SITE: www.childhelp.org

CHRYSALIS:

Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping economically disadvantaged and homeless individuals become self-sufficient through employment opportunities. Since their start in 1984, they have helped over 30,000 individuals change their lives through jobs. WEB SITE: www.changelives.org

CITY OF HOPE:

City of Hope is recognized worldwide for its compassionate patient care, innovative science and translational research, which rapidly turns laboratory breakthroughs into promising new therapies. They are one of only 40 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers nationwide and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. An independent biomedical research, treatment and education institution, they are a leader in the fight to conquer cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. WEB SITE: www.cityofhope.org

CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION:

The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a nonprofit donor-supported organization, is to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease. The Foundation is the leading organization in the United States devoted to cystic fibrosis. It funds and accredits more than 115 CF care centers, 95 adult care programs and 50 affiliate programs, and has 80 chapters and branch offices nationwide. WEB SITE: www.cff.org

DESERT CANCER FOUNDATION:

Desert Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting residents in the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities who need financial assistance in obtaining screening, diagnosis and treatment for cancer and allied diseases. WEB SITE: www.desertcancerfoundation.org

HOME SAFE:

HOME SAFE is a nationally accredited, non-profit organization that has been serving abused and neglected children in Florida from newborn to age 18 since 1979. They provide a continuum of care through Preventative Services, Residential Care and Foster Family Licensing and Support that include PREVENTION programs to halt the cycle of family violence, PROTECTION for those who have been impacted by child abuse and PREPARATION for the successful transition of children and families toward self sufficiency and independence. WEB SITE: www.helphomesafe.org

FIGHTING BACK MENTOR:

The Fighting-Back Mentor Program provides 4th-8th grade students in South Santa Barbara County with compatible adult mentors. Mentors meet with their students for one hour per week at the student’s school campus. The commitment is a minimum of one academic year. Students are referred to the Mentor Program for a variety of reasons including: academic difficulties, challenging family situations, difficulty relating to peers, shyness, and negative behaviors or attitudes. Mentors help build self-confidence, resiliency, and social skills by developing a positive one-on-one relationship where support and friendship are provided. Fighting Back directs the program and coordinates the matches between students and mentors.
WEB SITE: www.casdasb.org

FOREVER YOUNG FOUNDATION:

Founded in 1993 by NFL Legend Steve Young, Forever Young Foundation® is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization. The Foundation serves children who face significant physical, emotional, and financial challenges by providing academic, athletic, and therapeutic opportunities unavailable to them. Forever Young Foundation has determined the best way to accomplish its mission is through the development and support of charitable organizations with a proven track record in delivering these services.

Taking full advantage of its strengths and influence, Forever Young Foundation primarily focuses its efforts in Northern California, Arizona, and Utah. Development efforts include the creation of Forever Young Zones©, which include technology labs in Y.E.T. Centers© (in cooperation with the NFL) and interactive, recreational therapy areas in health care facilities, and the support of approved community outreach programs and local charitable organizations whose purpose is to serve children. WEB SITE: www.foreveryoung.org

GARDEN OF HOPE AND COURAGE:

The GARDEN was a lifetime dream of Jan Emfield, inspired by the courage of people faced with cancer. The GARDEN OF HOPE AND COURAGE will serve as a living testament to compassion, hope and love, and is dedicated in loving memory to the sons, daughters, husbands, wives, and dear friends whose lives have been forever changed by disease. WEB SITE: www.gardenofhopeandcourage.org

GILDA'S CLUB WORLDWIDE:

Gilda’s Club mission is to create welcoming communities of free support for everyone living with cancer - men, women, teens and children - along with their families and friends. Our innovative program is an essential complement to medical care, providing networking and support groups, workshops, education and social activities. WEB SITE: www.gildasclub.org

MINNESOTA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM:

Minnesota Children’s Museum is a 501(c)3 non-profit community education institution committed to sparking children’s learning through play. Grownups and children from infants to 10 years find a “smart play” environment that challenges children in a fun way and helps them achieve important learning milestones. Families learn and play together while they enjoy creative, interactive exhibits and programs. WEB SITE: www.mcm.org

NEW YORK THEATRE BARN:

The New York Theatre Barn is a not-for-profit theatre company dedicated to the investigation, development, and advancement of new evocative works. WEB SITE: www.nytheatrebarn.org

OKC POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE:

The Oklahoma City Police Athletic League is a charter member of the National Association of Police Athletic Leagues. The National Association of Police Athletic Leagues is recognized as the largest juvenile crime prevention program in the nation. PAL is dedicated to reducing crime by providing safe, healthy alternatives for children from high risk neighborhoods. PAL is available to all children who wish to participate. WEB SITE: www.okcpal.org

PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS:

PACE provides girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training and advocacy. PACE values all girls and young women, believing each one deserves an opportunity to find her voice, achieve her potential and celebrate a life defined by responsibility, dignity, serenity and grace. WEB SITE: www.pacecenter.org

ROBERT GAMEZ FOUNDATION:

The Robert Gamez Foundation Mission is to support children's health and education programs in Central Florida. Some of the charities that have benefited from the Foundation are: Florida Hospital's Max and Buddy Program, Make A Wish, Help Now Shelter's Children, Celebration Schools, Children's Crisis Center, Challenger Division of Celebration Little League, Give Kids The World, Boys and Girls Club of Osceola County, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and Arnold Palmer Hospital. WEB SITE: www.robertgamezproam.com

SHEPHERD'S HOPE:

Through the combined efforts of volunteer physicians and other health-care professionals, schools, hospitals, and faith congregations, Shepherd's Hope Health Centers provide quality, non-emergency medical care to those in need. WEB SITE: www.shepherdshope.org

SUCCESS FOUNDATION:

Today's teens face innumerable challenges. The SUCCESS Foundation™ believes our youth can better meet those challenges by using the principles of personal development-enhancing skills like goal-setting, dream-building, self-motivation, time management, and creating high self-esteem and a sense of purpose. The SUCCESS Foundation's mission is to help teens develop these skills so they may reach their full potential.
WEB SITE: www.successfoundation.org

TICO TORRES CHILDREN FOUNDATION:

The Tico Torres Children Foundation is the benefactor on behalf of the Be A Star Foundation and the Autism Project of Palm Beach County The Be A Star Foundation assists thousands of critically ill children and their families in our local area. The Foundation, a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization voluntarily raises funds for the Pediatric Oncology Support Team and the Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation. The Autism Project of Palm Beach County (APPBC) is a parent sponsored, non-profit organization incorporated to generate funding for services, resources, and education to improve the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families in Palm Beach County, Florida. WEB SITE: www.ticotorresclassic2009.com

TUITION GRANTED FOUNDATION:

The Tuition Granted Foundation is a Certified 501 (c)(3) Non-Profit Organization founded in 2005 by academic professionals and business leaders motivated solely by the prospect of assisting deserving college-bound students with the financial assistance necessary to achieve academic greatness.
WEB SITE: www.tuitiongranted.org

URBAN YOUTH LEAGUE:

The mission of the UYL is to assist at-risk youth and underprivileged youth in becoming leaders in their communities. UYL strives to build self-confidence and self-worth in youth through one-on-one mentoring, life skills training, exposure to the arts and music, sports, and different cultures with the ultimate goal of building young leaders for tomorrow.
WEB SITE: www.rickywatters.com/uyl.php

TUITION GRANTED FOUNDATION:

YMCAs serve thousands of U.S. communities, uniting children and adults of all ages, races, faiths, backgrounds, abilities and income levels. Across the nation, YMCAs are committed to helping: Children and youth deepen positive values, their commitment to service and their motivation to learn; Families build stronger bonds, spend time together and become more engaged with their communities; Individuals strengthen their spiritual, mental and physical well-being. At every stage of life, YMCAs are there to help children, families and individuals reach their full potential.
WEB SITE: www.ymca.net