Alright, I've been talking a lot about superheroes this week... but there are many individuals out there who save the day in real life! Here is a list of a few heroic organizations that I have admired and, in some cases, volunteered for over the years, along with links to learn more about their outstanding work:
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1. American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org
7. Humane Society: www.humanesociety.org
Dedicated to helping persons who face cancer. Supports research, patient services, early detection, treatment and education.
2. American Red Cross: www.redcross.org
Helps prepare communities for emergencies and keep people safe every day.
3. Amnesty International: www.amnestyusa.org
A global movement of people fighting injustice and promoting human rights.
4. Big Brothers Big Sisters: www.bbbs.org
A donor and volunteer-supported youth mentoring organization.
5. Greenpeace: www.greenpeace.org
Utilizes peaceful direct action and creative communication to expose global environmental problems and to promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future.
Works to protect animals through advocacy, awareness, rescue and emergency response, investigation of cruelty, and by providing care through sanctuaries and wildlife rehabilitation centers, emergency shelters and clinics.
8. Make-A-Wish Foundation: www.wish.org
Enriches the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work.
9. Meals On Wheels: www.mowaa.org
Provides home-delivered meals services to people in need.
10. Peace Action: www.peace-action.org
Encourages practical, positive alternatives for peace.
...please share information on any other worthwhile organizations that I may have overlooked!
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