So many families are affected by Alzheimer’s either directly or indirectly.
About:
The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
For More Information: Alzheimer’s Association
At the Gary Sinise Foundation, we serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need.
We do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities.
For More Information: Gary Sinise Foundation
Last November I put out a poll on what type of Charities you would like to see highlighted. I’m still taking suggestions!
As we approach the end of the year! I wanted to take a moment to thank those who have sent in names of charities so we can showcase, plus hopefully we’re exposing some less known charities to a wider audience!
For this post I would like for those who have charities they contribute to, and would like to have it showcased, to send me the name of the charity so I can prep for 2022 (I’m not even sure I’m ready to type 2022 yet!!!) On the other side if there is a certain style of charities (cancer research, Alzheimer, environmental etc..) you would like to see also let me know.
To make it easy for all – I’ve set up a form below the ‘Read More’ line.
So I figured this was a good day to talk about how needed LGBT Centers are, and the good they do within the community.
I’m posting the one in Los Angeles, but if you want to donate look into an LGBT center in your local community.
More info: Los Angeles LGBT Center
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
I’ve personally know more than one person who has fought and thankfully won against the disease.
BCRF is one of the best Charities and Research for Breast Cancer.
For More Information: BCRF (Breast Cancer Research Foundation)
As many have heard Hurricane Ida made landfall 16 years years to the date, August 29th, in New Orleans at winds up 140 mph.
If you’re looking for a way to help please check out Charity Navigator that has listed out the top charities that are on the ground helping.
Charity Navigator is a great source to research particular charities to see what their business practices, and where exactly the money goes. So if you ever have a question about a charity – use Charity Navigator.
In honor of Nico’s birds 🙂
American Bird Conservancy is dedicated to conserving wild birds and their habitats throughout the Americas.
Our Bird Conservation Strategic Framework — summed up in the ABC pyramid at left — shows how we approach bird conservation. It’s simple yet successful.
With an emphasis on achieving results and working in partnership, we take on the greatest problems facing birds today, innovating and building on rapid advancements in science to halt extinctions, protect habitats, eliminate threats and build capacity for bird conservation.
For More Information: American Bird Conservancy
As mentioned in the Qumolangama snippet on the last day of Seven Days – this is the Khumbu Climbing School.
It has a larger part in the finished story, but I did want to highlight it for his month’s charity.
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High in the Himalayas of Nepal near the beaten track to Everest, there is a humble pastoral village called Phortse that is perched among the clouds. You may not see it if you trek up the precipitous path more traveled, past Tangboche Monastery and beneath the breathtaking pyramid of Ama Dablam. But look to your left, across the gaping gorge of the Dud Kosi river and you will see a terraced knoll dotted with stone structures. It is there in the shadow of the holy peak, Khumbila, above a quiet birch forest that the Khumbu Climbing Center found a home.
The Khumbu Climbing Center (KCC) was launched in 2003 and over the past fifteen years has become a successful vocational program for indigenous people. Each winter for two weeks, technical climbing skills are taught along with English language, mountain safety, rescue, and wilderness first aid. Dr. Luanne Freer, who oversees the Everest base camp ER, attests that KCC skills and knowledge are saving lives at the roof of the world. Nearly one thousand Nepali men and women have now attended KCC since its inception.
In the beginning, our instructors were qualified western climbers and guides who had experience in the Himalaya. Most of the teachers are now Nepali but we continue to have a small Western team travel to KCC each season. They often include National Park rescue rangers and professional guides who generously offer their time and expertise. They pay their own way or get sponsorship to give of themselves to the Sherpa community. We at KCC are deeply indebted.
For More Information: Khumbu Climbing Center
Working across Kenya, our projects include anti-poaching, safe guarding the natural environment, enhancing community awareness, addressing animal welfare issues, providing veterinary assistance to animals in need, rescuing and hand rearing elephant and rhino orphans, along with other species that can ultimately enjoy a quality of life in wild terms when grown.
For More Information: Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Just sending out a quick message that if there is a charity that you would like showcased, let me know! The more the merrier. Let’s get as many of them out there for all to see.
The mission for the Aquarium is to inspire conservation of the ocean.
Frolicking sea otters, fast-swimming sharks, pulsating jellies and waddling penguins — our world-class exhibits and breathtaking scenery instill a love of the ocean in our visitors. With over 200 exhibits and 80,000 plants and animals, the Aquarium is a window to the wonders of the ocean.
They have great educational services, and do a lot of work with rehabilitating sea animals, plus studies and conservation of the Pacific Ocean.
For More Information: Monterey Bay Aquarium
And to share the one of their live cams – Bird Cam! It really is entertaining watching these guys run around!
The Vincent Van Gogh Museum is designed specifically for the artist. They have a large collection of his paintings, along with his personal letters, and is world known for their research.
And with many museums, has been shut down due to the pandemic. For this years Charities we’re emphasizing museums, theatres, artists, and culture that has been affected by the pandemic and could use some help to stay open.
For More Information: Van Gogh Museum
PS: All of the charities we have promoted, have been researched and we’ve personally sent donations to over the years.
New Adventures is an iconic and ground-breaking British dance-theatre company, famous for telling stories with a unique theatrical twist. For over 30 years Matthew Bourne and New Adventures have delighted, inspired and nurtured people of all ages and backgrounds: audiences, artists and the next generation. We create world class productions and engaging projects, reaching thousands worldwide every year.
Sir Matthew Bourne OBE is widely hailed as the UK’s most popular and successful choreographer and director.
For over 30 years he has been creating and directing dance for musicals, theatre, film as well as his own highly successful, award-winning companies.
Matthew is the creator of the world’s longest running ballet production, and has been recognised by numerous international awards. He was knighted in the Queen’s New Year Honours 2016 for services to dance, and awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Award – one of the most coveted honours in the world of dance – in recognition of his outstanding services to the art of ballet.
On a personal level – Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake has been a major inspiration. Just recently had the honor to watch Car Man and was blown away.
The theatre, actors/dancers, and New Adventures productions has been hit hard during the Pandemic, as have many theatres and museums.
I’ve personally donated to their Dance School to help these ‘kids’ be able to keep learning dance. Also because it’s fun they call their Dance School – Swan School!
For more information and how to donate: New Adventures
As we wind up this year (thank god) please take a moment to look back at the charities that have been posted and remember them into the next.
Also if you have any charities you would like me to showcase in the next year, leave a message on this post or email me at (sylumclan@gmail.com).
The Western United States and Canada typically see wildfires each year, especially between August and November. In 2020 “Above Normal significant fire potential is expected across much of the Great Basin, northern California, Pacific Northwest, and northern Rockies.” According to the National Interagency Fire Center’s (NIFC) National Interagency Coordination Center (NICC) – the body that coordinates wildfire resources across the U.S in their August 1 update.
And we’re already seeing that prediction come to be. There are several major fires burning across North America and as of the morning of August 19, there were 75 large uncontained fires identified by the NICC with the goal of full suppression and another 18 major wildfires being managed under another strategy such as controlled burn.
In California, as of Aug. 19, there have been at least 5,762 fire incidents so far in 2020. Compared with 5,800 incidents by the end of October in 2019. California Governor Gavin Newsome declared a state of emergency for the entire state of California on August 18th as a result of the significant fires and the critical fire weather conditions.
Immediate needs include shelter, evacuation support, family reconnection, food, health care (especially due to the excessive smoke and poor air quality during the COVID-19 pandemic) and case management. Due to COVID-19, additional resources will be required to evacuate safely into non-communal facilities.
Long-term support will be needed for the rebuilding of homes, income recovery, agricultural needs and additional preparedness support to vulnerable populations and mental health and psychosocial support. The combined threat of COVID-19 and wildfires are causing extraordinary anxiety and trauma in affected populations.
For a complete list of all active wildfire incidents across the United States, please visit the National Interagency Fire Center or the National Wildfire Coordination Group’s InciWeb.
For More Information: Music for Relief