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The age-old ethics of lending a helping hand to your neighbor remain especially significant these days, with social and economic inequality heightened by the pandemic. 

Find out how People’s Resource Center brings neighbors together to support the basic needs of a community, creating a dynamic of trust and aid. 

Want to support People’s Resource Center? https://www.peoplesrc.org/ 

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We are living in unprecedented times, where the protection of our precious planet should be an urgent priority within our thoughts, our actions and our politics. 

Sunrise Movement unites young Americans who are taking action to combat the climate crisis and works to create 1000s of jobs in the renewable sector. 

Find out how to become part of the movement towards a greener future. 

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Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease is the most common hereditary kidney disorder. It affects over 12 million people worldwide and causes the kidneys to swell painfully and eventually fail.

Find out how the PKD Foundation works with academic researchers and drug companies to find effective treatments and improve the care and wellbeing of patients.

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Many rural families in Latin America are stuck in a poverty trap. Without access to education, healthcare or a reliable salary, it’s difficult to break free.

Find out how Agros helps equip poor, vulnerable Central Americans with the skills and education they need to become successful landowners with a sustainable income.

Want to support Agros? https://www.agros.org/ 

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Working class families across the US often fall through the gaps in government-based support; earning enough money to survive but without the funds to support their children through the education system.

Find out how The Child and Family Network Centers provide low-income kids with free access to bilingual preschool and family support. 

Want to support CFNC? https://cfnc-online.org/ 

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Latest figures show that 1 in 54 children in the US have been identified on the autistic spectrum. Diagnosis alone though, does not provide the understanding and comfort that an individual needs to lead a fulfilling life. 

Find out how the Asperger/Autism Network provides education, community and support for people with an Asperger/autism/neurodiverse profile.

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In the USA, immigrants are often denied fundamental human rights. They can be held in cells for months without knowing when they’ll be released.

Find out how AI Justice advocates for immigrants who enter the USA, helping them present a strong case against deportation and campaigning to improve their conditions.

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There’s been a surge in animal adoption during the coronavirus pandemic.

Pet Partners recognizes that a relationship with an animal can be deeply therapeutic. Human-animal bonds have helped patients with a broad spectrum of conditions.

Find out how they connect volunteer pet teams with isolated, lonely or ill people of all ages.

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Poaching is a widespread issue that affects many areas in Africa. With the rise of urbanization and increased tensions between farmers and large animals, it is vital to protect wildlife as well as people’s livelihoods.

Big Life Foundation is an anti-poaching NGO based in Kenya and Northern Tanzania.

Find out how you can support African communities and help conserve their ecosystems.

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All political and global transformative movements can be traced back to a passionate group or even a single person, with the drive and motivation to instigate change.

Points of Light mobilize people to take action by connecting volunteers with organizations in the social sector. 

Find out how you can use your voice to help others get engaged or take the first steps of action yourself.

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