Illinois-based BIG SHOULDERS FUND serves schools with demonstrated need to ensure those schools remain open and continue to provide a quality, values-based education for Chicago’s children. Since its founding, the nonprofit has raised more than $400 million to support schools in four major areas: scholarships and enrichment, operational improvements, academic programs, and leadership development. Over last month’s holiday season, students from schools supported by the Big Shoulders Fund went Christmas caroling. FOX 32 CHICAGO was there.
New Jersey-based WE’VE GOT FRIENDS provides socialization opportunities for teens with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This program helps these extraordinary individuals develop their very own social groups through music, meals, movement, crafts, dance, and more, by creating a safe, comfortable, and fun environment where participants can be themselves and thrive in a space free from judgment or awkward looks – just lots of friends! THE MONTCLAIR LOCAL recently featured the nonprofit.
Arizona-based AMANDA HOPE RAINBOW ANGELS brings dignity and comfort into the harsh world of childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases across Arizona. Through the nonprofit’s Comfycozy’s for Chemo apparel, Comfort and Care Counseling, Major Distractions (spa days, sports camps, teen nights, etc.), and Financial Assistance, this dedicated team supports the here-and-now needs of families that have a child who is fighting cancer or a life-threatening disease. Last month, the ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY NEWS highlighted an innovative collaboration between its college students and Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels.