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.

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Freedom Hunters

Freedom Hunters is a 501(c)3 military outreach program dedicated to honoring those who protect our Freedoms. Our mission is to salute the noble work of our courageous men and women of our Armed Forces.

Elizabeth, Colorado

Surge for Water

Surge for Water invests in communities with safe water, sanitation, hygiene and menstrual health solutions to help end the cycle of poverty.

Chicago, Illinois

Arm In Arm In Africa

TO DONATE VISIT: www.aiaia.org Arm In Arm In Africa is dedicated to changing the cycle of poverty and disease in South Africa with work in education, food distribution and healthcare in South Africa.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

The Grand Rapids Red Project

Reducing risk, improving health, and preventing HIV. Red Project works to prevent HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and Accidental Drug Overdose via Harm Reduction.

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Village Project Africa

In the village of Makutano, Kenya (one hour drive northwest of Eldoret) our mission is to Educate a child Equip and care for a widow Bring hope to a community Transform lives

NOBLESVILLE, Indiana

CURE CMD

Cure CMD's mission is to advance research for treatments and a cure for the Congenital Muscular Dystrophies. Cure CMD will also improve the lives of those living with CMD through engagement and support of our global community.

Lakewood, California

SAN FRANCISCO SUICIDE PREVENTION INC

San Francisco Suicide Prevention is the oldest community-based telephone crisis center in the United States. Founded in 1962 by a journalist from the British Broadcasting Corporation, the organization adopted a crisis management model developed by the Samaritans Centers in Great Britain and Europe. To this day the agency trains local volunteers who provide suicide prevention and crisis intervention services to callers. Over 500 other crisis centers across the United States now utilize the same concept. After the collapse of the State mental health system in California, San Francisco Suicide Prevention stepped forward to fill the demand created by insufficient community service funding. Over time, the agencyâ€™s workload grew to its current total number of volunteers trained since the agency began now tops 3,500, and the total number of calls answered exceeds 1,000,000. With a talented staff of 12 FTE, 150 volunteers, and an annual budget just over $1,000,000, San Francisco Suicide Prevention is one of the most cost-effective crisis care agencies in the country.

San Francisco, California

VETS WITH A MISSION

Reconciliation between the US and Vietnam. Especially Americans and Vietnamese who fought against one another - ARVN

NEWBERRY, South Carolina

Korean American Wellness Association

Korean American Wellness Association (KAWA) is a not-for-profit organization, committed to promoting wellness of the Korean American community through increasing awareness of mental health issues, education, and bridging resources.

Arlington Heights, Illinois

GirlVentures

GirlVentures offers transformative social change by providing opportunities for personal growth and inspiring participants to be effective leaders, environmental stewards, and advocates for themselves and others.

San Francisco, California

VisionTrust International

We invest in the development of vulnerable children, equipping them to grow into mature Christians. We do this by empowering local Christian leaders to meet the health, education, and spiritual development needs of these children so they can thrive in and positively impact their communities.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

WARRIOR BONFIRE PROGRAM

Warrior Bonfire Program provides opportunities that improve the lives of enemy combat-wounded veterans—Purple Heart recipients—on their lifelong journey of recovery and healing. We create activity-based, small group retreats that foster healing, build support communities, and transform lives. We place warriors, wounded in combat with others of a similar experience, in stress-free, safe, and secure settings designed to help our Purple Hearts become better individuals, discover their post-service purpose and encourage building strong family and community relationships.

Vicksburg, Mississippi

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