Our Mission
The Giraffe Heroes Project (aka the Giraffe Project) moves people to stick their necks out for the common good, and gives them tools to succeed. We find real heroes and tell their stories over traditional and social media. These stories inspire others to move into action too, helping solve tough public problems. Knowing that inspiration is rarely enough on its own, we publish books and blogs, update www.giraffe.org, give speeches and workshops and publish an E-zine, all aimed at giving activists both the inspiring stories and the practical tools needed to effect real change. We can't do this without the help of people like you.
Our Impact
about 8 years ago
Grace Chirenje is one of almost 100 Giraffe Heroes the Giraffe Heroes Project has so far named in Zimbabwe, all of them fighting for freedom and justice in that troubled nation. See www.giraffe.org/global.
over 8 years ago — Flint, MI
The Giraffe Heroes Project named Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha a "Giraffe Hero" for blowing the whistle on the toxic water in Flint—and forcing a cleanup. We told her story everywhere, inspiring others to "stick their necks out" too. We'd done this for 1400+ heroes all over the world. See www.giraffe.org
about 9 years ago — SEATTLE, WA
These kids are part of a civic engagement program created by the Giraffe Heroes Project. See many more stories of heroes (of all ages) in action at www.giraffe.org