THE ARC OF THE UNITED STATES The Arc of the United States advocates for the rights and full participation of all children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together with our network of members and affiliated chapters, we improve systems of supports and services; connect families; inspire communities and influence public policy. www.thearc.org
AUTISM SPEAKS At Autism Speaks, our goal is to change the future for all who struggle with autism spectrum disorders. We are dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and to bringing hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder. We are committed to raising the funds necessary to support these goals. www.autismspeaks.org
THE PARENTING CENTER The Parenting Center has been providing families the tools to succeed in Fort Worth and Tarrant County since it was founded in 1975 through family life education classes, counseling, in home case management, and co-parenting services. The Parenting Center is committed to helping families build on their strengths and become successful. www.theparentingcenter.org
BEST BUDDIES TEXAS Best Buddies ® is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment. www.bestbuddiestexas.org
MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. The Foundation's mission reflects the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish® experience has on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors and entire communities. www.wish.org
NICK VUJICIC- LIFE WITHOUT LIMBS Our mission is to cross boundaries and break down barriers to build bridges that bring people to the love and hope found in Jesus Christ. www.lifewithoutlimbs.org
FEED THE CHILDREN Feed The Children is a Christian, international, nonprofit relief organization with headquarters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, that delivers food, medicine, clothing and other necessities to individuals, children and families who lack these essentials due to famine, war, poverty, or natural disaster. www.feedthechildren.org
TEXAS SCOTTISH RITE HOSPITAL Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children is one of the nation's leading pediatric centers for the treatment of orthopedic conditions, certain related neurological disorders and learning disorders, such as dyslexia. Today, Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children provides ongoing care for more than 16,000 children each year. There is no charge to patient families for treatment at the hospital, and admission is open to Texas children from birth to 18 years of age. www.tsrh.org
THE HUMANE SOCIETYOF THE UNITED STATES The Humane Society of the United States is the nation's largest and most effective animal protection organization—backed by 11 million Americans, or one in every 28. Established in 1954, The HSUS seeks a humane and sustainable world for all animals—a world that will also benefit people. We are America's mainstream force against cruelty, exploitation and neglect, as well as the most trusted voice extolling the human-animal bond. www.hsus.org
SAVE THE BABY SEALS! Please speak out for the hundreds of thousands of baby seals in Canada who are beaten or shot to death each year. IFAW is proud to have been consulted on Canada's historic legislative proposal to end the seal hunt.The time to act is now. Please urge Canada to support the Harb Seal Bill. www.stopthesealhunt.com
