Virtual Charity Events

Celebrate Down Syndrome's (CDS) mission is to connect with families to provide information, to give support and to help them gain inner strength so they may be their own best resource. CDS seeks to provide education and information in the hope of fostering a fully inclusive community for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.

Excentia S. June Smith Center provides early intervention programs to meet the needs of infant and preschool children with developmental delays and disabilities. The mission of the Excentia S. June Smith Center is to provide the support necessary to enable people with developmental needs to live as independently and fully as they desire within their community.

Changing the Face of Beauty is a really neat organization. It is committed to equal representation of people with disabilities in advertising and media worldwide. By including people with disabilities, Changing the Face of Beauty empowers these individuals while changing the perceptions and igniting futures in the media and advertising industries.

Global Down Syndrome Foundation (Global) is a public not for profit 501(c)3 providing funding, outreach and advocacy in support of the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome (Crnic Institute) and the Anna and John J. Sie Center for Down Syndrome (Sie Center). Global’s mission is to significantly improve the lives of people with Down syndrome through Research, Medical Care, Education and Advocacy. We work to educate governments, educational organizations and society in order to affect legislative and social changes so that every person with Down syndrome has an equitable chance at a satisfying life.

The New Jersey Dietetic Association is an affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. NJDA represents over 5000 members serving New Jersey through the promotion of optimal nutrition, health and well-being. Our association serves as the professional voice for Registered Dietitian/Nutritionists, as well as Nutrition and Dietetic Technicians The New Jersey Dietetic Association's purpose is to optimize the health of ALL NJ residents. The NJDA is the professional voice for RDNs, NDTRs and nutrition/dietetic students across the state. We are committed to improving the nation's health and advancing the profession through research, education and advocacy.

The West Orange Warrior Band and Guard have a tradition of providing an exceptional music experience for our high school students. Our marching band and guard perform at all Warrior High School home and away football games and several marching band and guard competitions. There are currently 330+ students involved in our band program. In order to meet the needs of these students, we rely on our community for support. The funds raised will be used for the purchase of new instruments/equipment, maintenance of the uniforms and musical equipment, transportation, and allowing the program to continue to enrich student lives and represent our community by providing a quality musical experience for each and every student that participates.

Since 1986–over 30 years–Greyhound Friends of New Jersey (GFNJ) has been, and continues to be, dedicated to helping former racing greyhounds transition from their careers at the track to loving homes where they can live out their retirements being loved (and loving right back). Thousands of Greyhounds Helped Home with More on the Way GFNJ never says “no” to welcoming a greyhound; we are known for taking dogs in who need medical care for the short-term, like an injury, and those who need chronic illness care. In addition, we run an award-winning prison foster program that’s beneficial to the dogs and inmates who so beautifully care for the dogs. Because of our work, thousands of greyhounds have found their ways to adopters who love them. Of course, all of this takes time, dedication, volunteers, and money. By participating in 5k for Greys, you will be taking an important role in helping more greyhounds find homes.

The Highlander Club exists to enhance the student-athlete experience at Cairn University by increasing fan participation, enlivening school spirit, and raising funds to support the athletic programs of the University.

THON is a student-run philanthropy committed to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Our mission is to provide emotional and financial support, spread awareness and ensure funding for critical research ― all in pursuit of a cure. Since 1977, THON has raised more than $127 million for the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.

The Official Pennsylvania Memorial to the Victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks The Garden of Reflection 9-11 Memorial was created to remember and honor our loved ones and all 2,973 killed on September 11, 2001. It is situated in Memorial Park amid the natural beauty of Historical Bucks County farmland in Lower Makefield Township. The Memorial designed by Yardley architect Liuba Lashchyk AIA invites us on a walking Memorial Journey symbolizing “After Darkness…Light”. This Memorial Journey leads from sorrowful reminders of tragedy and grief towards luminous symbols of Hope, Peace and Celebration of Life. The dedication and support of so many individuals, organizations and volunteers has made this Memorial Garden possible. We thank you. We hope the spirit and symbolism of the Garden of Reflection will endure in your hearts as it endures in ours.

In early 2009, Viktor Ohnjec planned a long-distance ride from West Chester, PA to his parent’s home in Montreal, Quebec. A short time later, Viktor recruited a fellow cyclist, Mike Van Ryn to ride along with him. Mike’s brother, a local business owner, caught wind of their adventure and offered to pledge a dollar to the local SPCA for every mile Mike rode. The ride quickly gained the attention of the local cycling community, the media and residents and soon more money came in on behalf of the ride. Eventually, nearly $2000 was raised to benefit the Chester County SPCA with the help of many friends who contributed. Not bad considering this was not a charity ride. In the years since, Viktor and Mike have continued to ride and have consistently grown the number of cyclists participating in the event each year. And they have added a number of local businesses who act as collection points for a growing number of supported local SPCA/shelter along the route. Last year more then 25 riders completed the entire course with another 100+ riders joining for a portion. But most important of all, everyone who rides and who is involved helps to provide and care for the stray or neglected animals living at their local SPCA or Animal Rescue/Shelter. The result – since 2009 over $100,000 in donations has been received and from a broader audience! For 2015, Pedaling4Paws is expanding even further and will coordinate additional rides in Colorado, Florida, New York, and also virtual rides for those unable to join a ride. For more information about Pedaling4Paws and how you can apply to ride, or support a ride, please visit our website at www.pedaling4paws.org

We’re more than a social service agency: At ChoiceOne our sole desire is to the share the redeeming Gospel of Jesus Christ. Our entire staff, both professional and volunteer, is committed to being obedient to the “Great Commission”. We have chosen the area of unplanned pregnancy and sexuality as a vehicle to open the door for intimate relationships to develop so that the hope found in Jesus can be proclaimed. Ministry & Vision Statement Our Mission: to act as a positive change agent in the areas of human sexuality, family unity, and pregnancy; to provide women and girls along with their partners, practical assistance and positive alternatives to abortion; as well as to provide STD screening, STD support counseling, abstinence training/school-church programs, bereavement counseling, parenting classes, relationship counseling, family counseling, father’s program, GED, employment training, medical assistance, and referrals for housing and adoption. Our Vision: is to be the first choice for women who are not only facing unplanned pregnancies but also those who are vulnerable to the consequences of sex (physical, emotional and spiritual) outside of marriage in the Mercer, Burlington, Northeast Philadelphia, and Bucks County areas.

The Cairn Fund helps students financially who might otherwise not be able to attend Cairn University. At Cairn University, students are invited to walk a different path. A path that will challenge them, inspire them, and prepare them for life and work. With over 60 undergraduate programs and a diverse range of academic activities, a Cairn University education is centered on Jesus Christ and the Word of God and provides a broad perspective on the world that is engaging and purposeful, one that will change their life and take them in a direction that will make a difference in this world and the lives of those around them. We know these are important days. The need for men and women of character, who are biblically minded, well-educated, and professionally competent is great. We believe that a Cairn education prepares graduates to meet that need. By supporting the Cairn Fund, you are helping support students to travel this path and make a difference.

Watoto is an holistic care program that was initiated as a response to the overwhelming number of orphaned children and vulnerable women in Uganda. It is positioned to rescue an individual, raise each one as a leader in their chosen sphere of life so that they in turn will rebuild their nation. The Watoto model involves physical care, medical intervention including HIV/AIDS treatment, education - formal and technical, trauma counseling and spiritual discipleship. We exist to raise the next generation of African leaders, by pursuing excellence in academic and practical skills, integrity in conduct and moral values, so that each one becomes a responsible Christian and a productive citizen. We aim to replicate the model in other countries across the continent so as to fast-track the rescue of orphaned children and vulnerable women in Africa.

TEAM 413 - GRACERUNNER MINISTRIES is the largest ministry for endurance athletes in the world. Founded in 2003, TEAM 413 has offered athletes a great way to share their faith forward. TEAM 413 exists to share the love of Christ in the athletic arena, promote the physical, mental, and spiritual health of the athlete, and compete in road races across the country. Our mission is to... Share the love of Christ in the athletic world through words and actions; Promote the physical, mental, and spiritual well being of the athlete; Minister to runners in road races across the country as we run "side by side." We believe that the truth of "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" in Philippians 4:13 is our call to serve Christ in ALL we do.

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The Hope Express was founded in 2006 for the purpose of raising awareness of pediatric cancer, raising funds to help children and their families fight pediatric cancer, and to bridge the gap between the pediatric cancer patients and families on the 7th floor at the Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA and the Dancers at the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (aka THON). THON is a year round fundraising event benefiting The Four Diamonds Fund, Conquering Childhood Cancer. The largest event for The Hope Express, and the inspiration for the organizations name, is a 135 mile relay race like non-other. Through the early evening, night and most of the next day, teams of runners brave the cold, February weather and slopes of the Appalachian Mountains between Hershey, PA and State College, PA, to arrive in time for the start of the THON dance marathon. Since the intent of the run has always been a symbolic way of tying the families and activities at the Medical Center to THON, the runners are past PSU Alumni who were heavily involved in THON while attending PSU, and past patients and their family members. While many pediatric cancer patients attend THON each year, there are many families who are not be able to attend THON because their children are too sick to leave the hospital. This run is a way for those families to express their regards to the kids at THON by sending a note or a letter, thus the name The Hope Express, based on the Pony Express that ran tirelessly from point A to point B just to deliver a message. So too the Express runners carry those messages from the kids in Hershey to the dancers in State College, to deliver cards and letters generated by the pediatric cancer patients.

Pursuing Athletic Excellence … Developing Christian Character These are the two goals for which Messiah Athletics is known. Doing one without doing the other is not good enough at Messiah, we hold each other accountable to meeting these goals. Pursuing Athletic Excellence is important, but equally important is the way we compete. As we work at developing character, how do our student-athletes carry themselves during competition? How do they do in the classroom? Are our athletes serious students? Do they demonstrate sportsmanship as they compete? Does their faith impact the way they approach the game? Developing Christian Character is every bit as important to us. The Men's and Women's Swim Teams at Messiah strive to be the best while developing Christian character and living it in their daily lives and through their competitive performances.