SpecialEffect

Sorry it has been a while again. I am working on it. There was just too much going on in my mind. Here I am though, back with another charity. This one is based in the UK, but it is a really good idea. These guys are dedicated to help people with disabilities be able to enjoy video games. Basically just putting technology to the test to see what they can do to help disabled people live a similar life to those who were blessed enough not to have those sorts of problems. Enjoy.

Childs Play

This charity is dedicated to helping get toys and games to children's hospitals nation wide. It is an awesome idea. Hospital stays can be super long and really expensive. Games can make it more like home AND they can stimulate the mind AND make the stay less grueling and depressing. They have a donate button. Just look at all the sponsors! Enjoy

I. C.A.N. D.O.

Sorry its been ages. Ive been sick both body and mind. Im almost recovered but my mind is right. Here we are with another program I participated in my elementary years. It is a dance program for 5th graders in the Salt Lake City area where Ballet West (Salt Lake City's premiere ballet company and academy) volunteers to help teach. The style is mostly jazz, with simple gestures that the kids can easily do in sync while allowing them to have fun while exercising. At the same time, they work towards a goal. A performance at the end of the year. Also, if the kids show extra passion and ability, they are invited to the swat team where they go to dance on saturdays and learn extra dances and perform for charity exhibitions. It is fantastic, I miss it, it was a ton of fun. Good program to start in other schools as well.


I cant find any videos. what a shame.

Early Moments Matter

My boo sent me this link too. Its an organization set to help parents learn how to built healthy attachments with their children so that they develop healthy emotions and mentalities. Its part of a broader campaign about mental health partnered with PBS. So I'm guessing there was a special on TV about this. Anyhow, if you are a parent, or just want to learn about how attachments are formed and what constitutes a healthy one, check it out.

Operation Smile

This Organizaion is dedicated to helping children around the world with cleft palets and other facial deformities who cant afford it have operations to help out their situation. I have a few friends that have had cleft palets. One who I am super close to has been through a ton of surgeries. Imagine if you couldn't even have one? I found out about this on an ad on the side of my hotmail. Imagine that. Learn more and stop judging on looks. Instead of making fun of imperfections, why not help and fix them? Enjoy.

Save Darfur

From my understanding, the situation here is a combination of the situation in Uganda and the Holocaust. The site urges people to raise awareness and ask their local political leaders to help pass legislation against genocide. There are also opportunities to donate to relief efforts. What effects one place in the world affects us all. learn and enjoy.

Fatone Family Foundation

so remember that band N sync? YES YOU DO don't lie. Anyways that guy Joey Fatone from the boy band has a foundation that he made to contribute to other charities. He usually holds events that people can donate and all the proceeds go to local charities. Also, he is involved with something called my healing harmony which uses music therapy especially with kids who are recovering in the hospital. Read more about it if it interests you. Enjoy.

Hips

Its a crazy world out there. Just because people's lifestyles are not yours doesn't mean they don't have struggle. Just because people work the streets, doesn't mean they want to. Poverty, drug addiction, violence, and disease plague many cities in the world. This is one organization in Washington DC that is dedicated to helping out street walkers (if you get my use of language here). I heard about this on that National Geographic show Taboo when they had the episode about prostitution. Its as sick as it is interesting and really sad for all those who participate (mostly my opinion). Anyways. Enjoy.

Lets Move

So, we know that America is more obese and immobile as ever. This is a movement to change that around. Hopefully by curbing our own habits, we can help the next generation to do the same. We need to get out as much as possible and eat healthier and less. Enjoy :)

United Way

Here is another organization that is run by volunteers and donations. They do all sorts of projects around the world including helping with the efforts in Japan down to helping small communities break the poverty cycle. If you are looking for something to contribute to, this looks like it has many ways you can choose from to help. Whatever floats your boat. Enjoy :)

NFL Play 60

You know, the power of play. This is an NFL campaign to promote active lifestyles for kids. At least 60 min of active play a day. I wish this was a regime for everyone. Then people would be forced to play with me. Enjoy!

Girls on the Run

  So I am a fan of Secret deodorant on facebook. Random. But they posted this organization because they were having an essay contest. I really like that they did post this, because its a GREAT idea. Oh I love it a lot. They used to have kids runs at the Salt Lake City Classic (running event in Salt Lake) and I always had fun doing it. I wasn't good and it was only a mile. This program trains girls for a 5k, but at the same time, its an after school type program where they learn lessons on how to work with people as well as how to appreciate themselves. All this mixed with a good habit of exercise is an EXTREME package. Love love love it. Enjoy :)