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ARTreach Program aids in the acculturation process and
helps refugees learn to speak English. ARTreach is
bringing visual and theater art classes to the Catholic
Charities Refugee Resettlement Program in Houston to help
children arriving from Burma learn to speak English.
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Bayou Belles Charity
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Originally the Bayou Belles served only as a society, and consisted of a small group of Christian, professional women from Acadiana. The organization offered a place for support, networking, and social events. Today Bayou Belles CSO, Inc. function as a Non-Profit Corporation offering an umbrella of services to a variety of the smaller, local charities at no charge. Our services may include, but is not limited to Public Awareness Events, Charity Fundraisers, Group Volunteer Manpower, and a Philanthropic Youth Mentoring Program called Petite Belles and Beaux. The Bayou Belles will continue it's celebration of the Cajun and/or Creole culture while welcoming individuals of all race, religion, culture and age to join in our charitable efforts. |
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CHARGE syndrome is a recognizable (genetic) pattern of birth defects which occurs in about one in every 9-10,000 births worldwide. It is an extremely complex syndrome, involving extensive medical and physical difficulties that differ from child to child. Babies with CHARGE syndrome are often born with life-threatening birth defects, including complex heart defects and breathing problems. They spend many months in the hospital and undergo many surgeries and other treatments. Swallowing and breathing problems make life difficult even when they come home. Most have hearing loss, vision loss, and balance problems which delay their development and communication. All are likely to require medical and educational intervention for many years.
Thanks to the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation, individuals with
CHARGE syndrome and their families have a place to turn for
information, research, support and hope. |
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The Joe Joe Bear Foundation was created in memory of
Joseph David Ordaz who passed away on March 10, 2009 from
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia. The Joe Joe Bear Foundation
gives children with life threatening illnesses teddy bears
so they can have something to hold on to when they are
scared or alone because their families can't be around them
24/7.
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