The question shouldnt be what we ought to do, but what we can do. _ Rory Stewart Congratulations to the AcholaAremo Foundation humanitarian persons of the year 2014! We honor and thank you for giving yourselves to public service to better our world: * Dr. Wendy Ross, is opening new worlds to autistic children and their families. Since 2010, her nonprofit, Autism Inclusion Resources, has helped hundreds of families navigate challenging social situations, such as sporting events and airport travel. *Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg, lost his 2-year-old daughter to leukemia in 1981. Today, his nonprofit, Kids Kicking Cancer, uses martial arts to help children battling serious illnesses manage pain during medical treatments. The group has provided free lessons and support for 5,000 children and their families. *Jon Burns, is rallying fellow soccer fans to help children from poor communities in cities hosting the World Cup and other major tournaments. Since 2006, his nonprofit, Lionsraw, has engaged more than 500 volunteers in construction projects and educational programs that have benefitted nearly 6,000 children. *Ned Norton, for the last 25 years, Ned Norton has provided strength and conditioning training to people living with a variety of disabilities. He now trains more than 120 people every week through his nonprofit, Warriors on Wheels. *Juan Pablo Romero, FuentesAmid the violence in his native Guatemala, Juan Pablo Romero Fuentes turned his familys home into a haven for young people. Since 2006, his nonprofit, Los Patojos (the Little Ones), has provided educational opportunities and support to more than 1,000 children. #Empowerment
Posted on: Thu, 11 Dec 2014 00:35:14 +0000
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