"When I believe in something, it's no holds bar - I can do anything." - Frank Monaco

What do a missing finger and vacuum cleaners have in common? One thing - Magic.

Today we hear the incredible story of an individual who, after persevering through events in his youth, is taking center stage to perform magic to give back to others.

He uses the art form to not only wow and inspire audiences, but to bring a smile to communities in need.

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Music:"Funkorama"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

"We're literally trying to develop the bodies so the children can actually learn." - Jeffrey Mizell

The year is 2030. World hunger no longer exists.

That is the vision of the world that Rise Against Hunger aims to make a reality.

With the help of thousands of volunteers around the world, Rise Against Hunger has packaged over 355 MILLION meals to date, that have been sent off around the globe to aid in hunger relief.

This week on Forte - Alex Hart and Jeffrey Mizell give us the low down of what it's like to organize, coordinate, and execute these meal packaging events and what impact they've had on the frontlines of eliminating hunger.

An individual with a little time can make the biggest difference for an entire community in need.

Want to learn about their vision?www.riseagainsthunger.org

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Music:"Funkorama"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

"I wanted to make a con that my kids felt comfortable at." - Matt Deroma 

It's a camp and anime convention like no other, that brings together people of all ages, families and geeks alike.

Not only does Matt Deroma's Camp Anime feature rock climbing and archery, but it also brings together a community - where every kid, parent, and volunteer can feel at home to be themselves.

Check out the adventure: www.campanime.com

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Music:"Funkorama"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

“Your shoulders are throwing a party. They're waiting for your hair to arrive.” - The Longhairs

Advocate. Educate. Celebrate.

The Longhairs are on a mission to deliver all 3 to a community of men with long hair.

What started as an idea for Hair Ties For Guys™ has now developed into a global movement to mobilize the long flowing manes of the world.

Witness the movement: www.thelonghairs.us

Coupon code: "whatsyourforte" for 10% on all of their product!

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Music:"Funkorama"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

“Running is all about the journey.” - Jay Toole

He's a runner, entrepreneur, and lives for the feeling of race day.

Jay Toole's childhood passion for running and racing led him to create an organization that has enabled hundreds of runners to celebrate the gift of movement together.

Follow the journey: www.theruniversity.com

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Music:"Funkorama"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/