Health is a fundamental human right, and there are many positive developments in global health that offer hope for a healthier and more equitable world. According to the World Health Organization, global life expectancy has increased by more than 20 years since 1950, and maternal and child mortality rates have declined significantly in many countries. There have also been major advances in medical research and technology, with new treatments and cures being developed for a range of diseases and conditions. In addition, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of preventative health, with many countries implementing public health campaigns and policies to promote healthy lifestyles and reduce the incidence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. These positive trends indicate that progress is being made in improving global health outcomes, and that there is hope for a future where all people have access to the health care and support they need to thrive.

Nonprofits Supporting Health

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AIDSfreeAFRICA

AIDSfreeAFRICA is a community of professionals dedicated to empower Africans in becoming self-sufficient in pharmaceutical drug production. We envision a world free of HIV/AIDS, made possible by a universal capacity to produce lifesaving drugs.

Ossining, New York

Norooz Clinic Foundation

The Norooz Clinic Foundation dismantles barriers to mental health, improves outcomes, and advocates for a stigma-free world by utilizing culturally competent care, expanding community outreach, and leveraging the latest advancements in technology.

ReCover Girls Outreach Initiative

Making a difference in communities through dedicated service and impact.

Camp Summit

Camp Summit is a "sleep away" camp for children and adults with disabilities. We offer weeklong camp sessions during spring break, summer and fall months as well as weekend sessions and respite days. Campers are offered a wide variety of traditional camp activities in our barrier-free environment all of which are adapted for our campers' abilities and not limited to their disabilities.

Dallas, Texas

NURSING BEYOND BORDERS

Nursing Beyond Borders is a 501(c)3 public charity which exists to provide healthcare and education to children and their communities on a global scale.

Santa Monica, California

Cancer StrongHER

Cancer StrongHER promotes an active lifestyle for female survivors of all types of cancer through fitness boxing, tennis, yoga, Pilates, FitCamp, Taekwondo and other activities that are free-of-charge to all female survivors who wish to participate. We give survivors the chance to fight back against cancer and regain control of their well-being through a free and fun active-lifestyle program.

Keller, Texas

Landisburg EMS Inc

Providing the best emergency care possible in Western Perry County!

Landisburg, Pennsylvania

Rural Community Health Worker Network RCHWN

Community Health Workers are in the frontlines of our communities, helping individuals, families, and groups to navigate complexity, overcome barriers and connect to necessary health and social service resources. Our Mission is to support Community Health Workers (CHWs) in their ever-changing communities and to raise awareness of the CHWs valuable contributions. Our strategy for pursuing this mission is: Awareness The “I am a CHW” Campaign and Partnerships, which give CHWs a platform to share their stories and raise awareness about the value they add in their communities. Network To create a broader network of CHWs that provides opportunities for strong peer-to-peer connections, advocacy, and continued education. Outreach To promote the C.O.R.E. Project that helps community members connect to necessary resources and overcome barriers. Our Vision is to grow a National Community that celebrates CHWs and creates visibility for their contributions. Our Values: • Collaboration • Empowerment • Leadership • Empathy • Passion • Resident Voice

Midland, Michigan

Cherab Foundation

Cherab Foundation is a nonprofit for children with neurological or genetic impairments that affect communication with a focus on autism and the rare orphan diagnosis apraxia. Our mission is providing evidence-based and integrative approaches to help our special children with therapy, nutrition, socialization, and awareness, especially those that are at-risk in the US and the rest of the world, including low and middle-class countries. Without support, children in these situations are falling through the cracks in diagnosis, treatment, and then education and life.

Jensen Beach, Florida

GREEN CITIES FUND INC

Green Cities Fund was founded in 2005 by husband and wife Tom Miller and Tran Tuong Nhu to provide "start up" assistance to small humanitarian projects. It is tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and a registered California public benefit corporation. FEIN 20-3911647 Tom's law firm pays all overhead costs, so 100% of all contributions are dedicated to project support.

Berkeley, California

All The Difference, Inc.

All The Difference, Inc. provides Delaware and the surrounding areas with a unique way to work with children and adults with developmental differences. We offer an outpatient clinic that takes an integrated approach to occupational therapy, speech therapy, parental education, involvement and training for addition home-based support. This array of services is provided in the unique and innovative model of The Greenspan Floortime Approach (TM)/DIR developed by Stanley Greenspan, M.D.

Wilmington, Delaware