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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

ALAMO AREA RAPE CRISIS CENTER

To provide help, hope, and healing to those impacted by sexual violence and cultivate a safe, nonviolent community

SAN ANTONIO, Texas

Global Health Council

Through the following focus areas of Policy & Advocacy, Member Engagement, and Connections & Coordination, GHC works toward equitable, inclusive and sustainable solutions to global health challenges.

WATER FOR LIFE

Making a difference in communities through dedicated service and impact.

KALONA, Iowa

Global Partners in Hope

Led by local partners and staff, we enable access to clean water and sustainable health care centers, powered by renewable energy.

OMAHA, Nebraska

Renewal Life Community Development Corporation

Our mission is to help individuals and families move toward long-term stability by expanding access to safe housing, equipping residents to advocate for their neighborhoods, supporting educational growth, and creating clear pathways to employment and economic mobility.

Earth Economics

We quantify and value the benefits nature provides. Our work drives effective decisions and systemic change through a combination of education, natural capital analysis, and policy recommendations.

TACOMA, Washington

LOVE INC OF NEWAYGO COUNTY

Our Mission is to mobilize local churches to transform lives and communities In the Name of Christ

GRANT, Michigan

Lolliclock

Lolliclocks broad mission is to help 33,000 children in need around the world by 2020. The money required to do that will come through selling quality time pieces. Each item purchased will help feed a child.

Healing Together

We equip everyday people with tools to build resilient communities by breaking and preventing cycles of trauma and harm.

Oakland, California

SELF HELP INTERNATIONAL

Self-Help International is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to alleviate hunger by helping people help themselves. Self-Help serves poor rural communities in Ghana and Nicaragua, working to break the cycle of poverty by fostering self-reliance so communities can thrive independently long after Self-Help is gone.

Waverly, Iowa

San Antonio Youth Literacy

Our vision is that every child in South Texas enters 3rd grade reading at level.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas