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MISSING PERSONS FOUN DATION
History- Each year millions of people throughout the world are reported as missing. Many run away or are forced out from homes where there is neglect, abuse, or intolerable circumstances. Others are abducted for sexual, political or criminal purposes. Many people attempting to avoid child support, contract payments, or legal proceedings elect to voluntarily join the ranks of the missing. A missing person is defined as any person of any age whose whereabouts are unknown to that person’s immediate family, legal guardian, spouse, friends, business associates, or anyone else with a special interest in that person. The Missing Persons Foundation was founded in 1989 to address the needs of missing persons and their families. The entire Management team and Board of Directors are volunteers and do not receive compensation. Since the inception of Missing Persons Foundation, over 550 clients have been served. Services are provided to needy clients free of charge. The Need - Most state and local law enforcement agencies do not have the staff and resources to pursue missing persons cases beyond the initial investigative stages. As a result, many affected families only option is to hire a private investigator which may be beyond their financial means. Some missing persons cases require investigative work outside US borders. The Missing Persons Foundation has offices and field agents worldwide to pursue domestic and international investigations. Most people are unaware of the staggering number of abductions that occur each year. As a result, many people lack the educational training to protect themselves and their children from these tragedies. Also, most parents do not maintain the necessary information about themselves and their children authorities need if a emergency situation arises. As a result, authorities waste valuable time in emergency situations collecting personal data. Programs and Services- • Location and Retrieval of Missing Persons MPF uses modern electronic and informational tracking technology and experienced field investigators to locate, recover, and reunite missing persons with their parents, family, or appropriate legal guardians. • Preventative Education Creation of national and international awareness of missing persons problems by developing community outreach programs to inform, educate and train adults and children how to avoid abductions and personal abuse. One of MPF’s educational programs is its Child Safety Kit. This kit enables parents to record their child’s vital information (height, weight, hair sample, photos etc.) to present to authorities in case of a medical emergency or abduction, saving authorities valuable time. MPF distributes over 300,000 kits to the public each year. • Counseling Services for Recovered Victims Rehabilitation programs and referrals for recovered victims and their families, who have been missing or abused. Why we need your support- The incidents of missing children and adolescents are increasing at an alarming rate. The proliferation of the internet has enabled predators to gain access to unsuspecting children globally and provided a platform to connect Traffickers of children and teens for prostitution with clients. Many of these children and teens lack the education and training to detect an on-line predator or a situation that draws them into an abduction. In addition, many parents lack awareness of the dangers of abductions for Trafficking and the computer skills to truly keep their children protected while they are on-line. As a result; MPF has expanded its educational programs and investigative services. The Missing Persons Foundation is launching a capital campaign in 2021 to establish a 5 “Safe Houses” located across the US. The purpose of the Safe Houses will be to provide a safe facility where at risk, abused or recovered children and adolescents can stay until they can be reunited with their family or returned to a safe environment. Your gift to the Missing Persons Foundation will help fund new and ongoing searches for missing people and directly support program expenses such as; Field investigators Electronic search fees Counselors Volunteer training and development Creation and distribution of educational materials (Child Safety Kits) Safe House program What You Can Do- Your contribution will greatly enhance MPF’s ability to provide continuing support to missing people and their families.
LAGUNA HILLS, California
BRAVE ENOUGH TO FAIL INC
Brave Enough To Fail is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit Student Motivational Program. Our mission is Increasing student achievement and cultivating a new generation of leaders, creators, and achievers. We accomplish this by providing free in-school motivational presentations, scholarships, and other resources to students. Audience sizes range from 100 to 700 students.
New Milford, Connecticut
IChange Volunteer
WE ARE A 501 (C)(3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO CREATE A CHANGE IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES IN LATIN AMERICA. VOLUNTEERS WORK ON DIVERSE PROJECTS IN HUMBLE GRASS-ROOT COMMUNITIES WITH THE COMMON GOAL OF MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT. THIS LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE ALLOWS VOLUNTEERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPAND THEIR GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE.
Tucson, Arizona
zSharp, Inc.
zSharp partners with Bay Area elementary schools to provide comprehensive, in-school music education to over 7,200 children who would otherwise have no formal music education.
San Francisco, California
Lifelong Learning Institute in Chesterfield County, Virginia, Inc.
The mission of the Lifelong Learning Institute is to provide lifelong learning opportunities for midlife and older adults. LLI provides education, fitness, and social activities for its members.
Midlothian, Virginia
CONSUMING KINETICS DANCE COMPANY (CKDC)
Our mission is to make dance accessible to all and expose the healing art of movement to our communities. Our vision is to use our unlimited passion for movement to build a diverse and welcoming community rooted in wellness and equity.
Saint Louis, Missouri
SCHOOLS FOR THE CHILDREN OF THE WORLD
Schools for the Children of the World is an international non-profit organization that works with local communities in developing countries to design and build schools for children in need. SCW has been working extensively in Honduras for over 15 years and also has projects underway in Haiti, Nigeria, and Liberia. SCW’s main objectives are to provide better educational opportunities through high-quality school facilities and to empower community members to improve their children’s futures.
Avon, Colorado
Key to Knowledge
Our Mission is to excel and improve the education environment in underdeveloped countries by providing students with the necessary school supplies to reach success.
WASHINGTON, District Of ColumbiaNYCMedics
NYC Medics’ two-pronged approach towards disaster focuses on both pre and post disaster impacts. Our primary focus has been responding to disasters and treating those affected in hard to reach areas. This is accomplished through our network of committed volunteer medical personnel, willing to deploy within hours of being contacted. In our training program in Kenya we are working with local government officials and organizations to build a sustainable, well trained work force in pre-hospital care, incorporating fire services cross training in basic first aid. By teaching and certifying a greater number of personnel in pre-hospital care, we hope to increase access to the healthcare system and provide basic life saving measures to those who currently lack access to these services.
New York, New York
Science Club for Girls, Inc.
Founded in 1994, Science Club for Girls is a registered 501(c)3 organization that fosters excitement, confidence, and literacy in STEM for girls and young women from underrepresented communities with free, experiential community-based programs. UPDATE
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Saved By Grace Ministries
Help Ex Offenders to Grow in Grace while producing Hope on a farm.
Florahome, FloridaLda Minnesota
Making a difference in communities through dedicated service and impact.
Golden Valley, Minnesota