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March is National Reading Month – Join RIF So All Children Have the Ability to Read and Succeed
It’s a startling fact that 25 million children in the U.S. cannot read proficiently and by the fourth grade, 65% of children are reading below…
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – Take Care of Your Health!
Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer in both men and women and the second leading cause of cancer death in the United…
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Celebrate the Extraordinary Achievements of People with Down Syndrome and Other Disabilities
In 2018, people with Down syndrome and other disabilities are celebrating extraordinary achievements. They are graduating high school with their peers, attending postsecondary programs, enjoying…
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World Water Day: Nature for Water
This World Water Day, we’d like you to imagine a few simple scenes. First, imagine yourself on a sweltering summer day, drinking a refreshing cup…
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Recap: Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey made landfall on August 25 and was the strongest hurricane to hit Texas in more than 50 years. The storm killed 77 people. Harvey also…
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Recap: Hurricanes Irma and Maria
Hurricane Irma made landfall in Florida on Sept. 10 as a Category 3 storm after leaving a trail of destruction through the Caribbean, including significant…
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Superheroes Unite to Protect the Future of Children Diagnosed with Cancer
“Your child has cancer” – it’s the worst news a parent can hear. For some families, this heartbreaking news comes just months after their son’s…
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The Marfan Foundation Helps Baby Andy Progress Through His Journey With Neonatal Marfan Syndrome
Our lives changed significantly in September 2016 when we welcomed our precious baby Anderson “Andy” James to the world. Before his arrival, we had never…
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Reading Is Still Fundamental
There is a significant and cyclical literacy crisis facing America today and it begins with our children. 34 percent of children entering kindergarten lack the…
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On #GivingTuesday Give the Gift of Sight
This #GivingTuesday Orbis encourages supporters to give the gift of sight by participating in our matching challenge. One of our generous donors has agreed to…
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Be a #DreamMaker this #GivingTuesday
Many of our greatest memories are made with the children in our lives, whether it be our children, nieces, nephews, or grandchildren, center around the holidays;…
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Tackling Poverty in Appalachia
Those living in poverty in Eastern Kentucky, and Central Appalachia generally, deal with chronic and serious challenges. Much progress has been made in tackling poverty…
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