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The American Cinematheque was created to 1) honor and promote America's indigenous art form: the Moving Picture; 2) present the full range of film and video, not otherwise available, to the widest possible audience; 3) establish a forum for an on-going dialogue between filmmakers and their adiences, 4) provide high profile exhibition facilities for other independent film and video festivals and organizations; and 5) encourage and support new talent by creating a showcase for their work.

When a child is born with a severe hearing loss, the impact on the parents and the problems facing the child are staggering. John Tracy Clinic is a place where parents of young deaf children can find hope, guidance and encouragement. Its purpose is to train and support parents in helping their young deaf children develop the communication skills necessary to reach their full potential. The Clinic was founded by Louise Tracy, wife of actor Spencer Tracy, whose son, John, was born deaf.

The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International is dedicated to the conservation and protection of gorillas and their habitats in Africa. We are committed to promoting continued research on their threatened ecosystems and education about their relevance to the world in which we live. In collaboration with government agencies and other international partners, we also provide assistance to local communities through education, training and economic development initiatives.

UMDF's mission is to promote research and education for the diagnosis, treatment and cure of mitochondrial disorders and provide support to affected individuals and families.

THE ARCHER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS IS AN EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITY THAT SUPPORTS AND CHALLENGES YOUNG WOMEN TO DISCOVER THEIR PASSIONS AND REALIZE THEIR TRUE POTENTIAL BY A) PROVIDING A RIGOROUS, INTEGRATED COLLEGE PREPARATORY CURRICULUM THAT FOSTERS CRITICAL THINKING AND INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY

Our mission is to provide support to families of those in the military who have been wounded, injured or killed during combat operations.  The families of our casualities suffer in many ways, some financially, some psychologically.

Pajama Program's mission is to promote and support and comforting bedtime routine and healthy sleep for all children to help them thrive. Pajama Program provides new pajamas and storybooks, sleep health education, and caring connections to help make bedtime better for children facing adversity and their caregivers. Through innovative, nationwide programming and focused efforts in New York City, Atlanta, and metro-Detroit, Pajama Program makes a comforting bedtime routine and a good night's sleep more accessible. Pajama Program meets its mission with the help of a national network of volunteers, generous donors, and thousands of community-based organizations across the United States, including Puerto Rico. Since 2001, Pajama Program has delivered over 7.5 million Good Nights for Good Days.

American Jewish World Service is the leading Jewish organization working to fight poverty and pursue justice in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. Through philanthropy and advocacy, we respond to the most pressing issues of our time—from disasters, genocide and hunger to the persecution of women and minorities worldwide. With Jewish values and a global reach, AJWS is making a difference in millions of lives and building a more just and equitable world.

Shoes That Fit tackles one of the most visible signs of poverty in America by giving children in need new athletic shoes to attend school with dignity and joy, prepared to learn, play and thrive. A new pair of shoes can be a life-changing event for a child. School attendance, self-esteem and behavior improve. Physical activity increases. Smiles return. All from an often over-looked item—a good pair of shoes. Our vision is that, one day, every child in America who needs new shoes gets new shoes, allowing all children the opportunity to reach their highest potential.

Virginia Mason Medical Centers the Medical Center mission is to improve the health and well-being of the patients it serves through the delivery of high quality, cost-effective care The Medical Center provides integrated health services through a teaching hospital licensed for 336 beds and multi-specialty group practice of more than full-time 465 physicians

Our mission is to save the lives and support the families of children and young adults who are genetically predisposed to sudden death due to heart rhythm abnormalities.

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly.