Hap Hathaway - From The Ground Up Farms
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From The Ground Up Farms, located in Chico, California, is a non-profit organization founded in 2013 after realizing how critical good nutrition, organic food and access to education was. We realized that our community has a serious food security issue. The organization’s mission is to heal our community by feeding them healthy nutritious food and teaching them how to grow their own. The food we grow is distributed at no cost to our community. They educate them by offering free nutrition education, cooking, gardening and various Life Skills workshops, which will all lead to...
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Tosha Tharp-Gaitanis - Pawsitive Friendships
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Pawsitive Friendships therapy dogs, cats, birds, horses, and pigs provide the encouragement that kids need; especially children with special needs who are not engaging, complying, or progressing in a traditional therapy session. https://www.pawsitivefriendships.org
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Nate Sheppard - The City of God
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The City of God is a 90 minute documentary by filmmaker Nate Sheppard. It explores the story of a Haitian community and their unusual approach to poverty alleviation. It focuses on Lemuel Ministries and its founder Manis Dilus as they seek to develop their community with dignity.
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Tammy and Mae - Lean On Me International
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The money donated to Lean On Me Registered Charity Corporation is used for community development initiatives to build a better place to live, to work, and to raise their families. Ultimately, we work to make sure the funds provide the greatest impact for those who need them the most.
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Mason Martinez - maselocal
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Mason is a 9 year old making the world a better place through is action and inspiration of others. Make sure to follow Mason on instagram @maselocal
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Matthew Trumm 2021 Addition
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Connect with Matthew and his projects
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Cliffton Schooley - Rammed Earth
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https://www.rammedearth.info/cliftons-rammed-earth-blog/
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Kristen Vincent - The Homes For Children
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At the Homes for Children, we provide hope and healing to troubled youth who are at-risk, abused, neglected so they can become independent, productive adults. We play a significant role in helping children heal while helping them reach their full potential.
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Bill Peterson - Friends of San Lucas
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Friends of San Lucas supports development in San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala. Our seven programs impact the lives of more than 25,000 people each year.
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Jim Lineberger - Valley Community Pantry
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12,025 families registered – 37,112 people almost an average of 3 people per family, averaging 131 new families per month
info_outlineFriends of San Lucas supports development in San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala. Our seven programs impact the lives of more than 25,000 people each year.
Healthcare Our hospital and health promoter program served more than 24,000 people on a pay-what-you can basis last year.
Education Our primary school provides quality, Montessori-style instruction for over 600 students. Almost all students receive scholarships.
Coffee Café Juan Ana supports small growers and compensates them at above-market rates. This Direct Trade Program supports families and strengthens communities by providing a dependable income for their best coffee.
Construction We build block, wood, and hybrid (a combination of block and wood) homes with fuel-efficient stoves and concrete floors. These homes impact families for generations. In 2019 we will build over 75 units of housing.
Charity This program provides monthly assistance for those identified as having the greatest need, including the elderly, disabled, and widows. The charity program also manages our school scholarship program and solicits and maintains the list of families who will receive stoves and/or homes.
Women’s Center A visitor favorite, this program promotes women’s advancement through classes and workshops. It also provides a safe place to gather and share experiences and dreams.
Visitor Program In 2019, more than 1,200 people visited to walk alongside the people of San Lucas. Groups come to San Lucas from all over the United States and range from small family groups to parishes, schools and medical groups.
https://sanlucasmission.org