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Coatsville, Pennsylvania currently doesn’t have any coffee shops, and most of the places to hang out in the evenings are bars or serve alcohol. For those in recovery and those who want a family-friendly atmosphere, there really aren’t many locations in the city that fit the bill. Vicki Marsh wants…
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Crohn’s disease, a type of chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), is estimated to affect more than half a million people in the United States, and millions more worldwide—with the number of diagnosed cases increasing over time.* Characterized as a chronic disease, Crohn’s is lifelong and there is currently no cure. …
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Sara Arnold was on holiday in Ethiopia when she visited a small village outside of Gondar. She had a copy of her book, “The Big Buna Bash,” which is a fictional children’s story about the Ethiopian traditional buna coffee ceremony. “Although they couldn’t read it,” says Arnold, “they were so…
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In the heart of the Lehigh Valley, an organization is making waves, bridging the gap between newcomers seeking refuge and opportunities and the resources that can change lives. Meet M.I.R.A. Resources, a dedicated team committed to empowering migrant, immigrant, refugee, and asylee families who now call the Lehigh Valley their…
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Although almost 20% of the country’s population is Latino, which is the largest minority in the United States, there is an under-representation in federal, state, and local governments. In fact, 25% of Americans under the age of 18 are Latino, and the ethnicity is also 1.7x more likely to be…
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NW Kids founder Jeremy Bowers overcame abandonment, neglect, and homelessness throughout his childhood and youth. Seeking out ways to help others in similar situations, he traveled the world and spent a year in the Balkans. He ended up in Jalisco, Mexico with a serious knee injury that needed surgery. Bowers…
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In areas of Africa, deeply ingrained beliefs and a lack of education about disabilities perpetuates the illegal but prevalent practice of killing children born with disabilities. Termed “mercy killing,” this action is often a result of cultural and social pressures, including the mother being shunned by her husband, family and/or…
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In Reading, PA, For The City Foundation has built up a goal to reshape sports culture not only locally, but all over the world. In fact, their mission statement is “to impact our community by leading and mentoring youth toward positive life choices through the platform of athletics.” Founded by…
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Corey & Kimberly’s Ride Continues is a community group that has united to raise awareness about addiction, fight the stigma around this disease and support those who are or have been affected by it. The organization was founded by Chuck and Susan Deprill, who tragically lost their son Corey in…
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For some jewelry brands, inspiration for a collection might come from art, nature, fashion or fantasy; for Paradise Jewelry Collection founder Brooke Mitman Rivera, the inspiration is social impact. Founded in 2022, Rivera’s jewelry company aims to “restore paradise on Earth” by raising awareness and financial support for various humanitarian…
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