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The Arc of the Capital Area, a nonprofit organization, is committed to empowering central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through compassionate case management and innovative programs.

The Epilepsy Association of Nova Scotia (EANS), a registered charity founded in 1980, has nearly 1,000 members. Overseen by a Board of Directors and employing one full-time staffer, EANS is the only epilepsy organization in the Maritimes. It provides information and offers counselling, advocacy, a quarterly newsletter, and a classroom education program (featuring “Kids on the Block” puppets) for students in Grades 4-6. Since 1980, EANS has reached out to almost 30,000 people through its education programs, and information/counseling/advocacy services. There are local Chapters province-wide and in New Brunswick, and a social/recreational club in Halifax. A new children's program is now being piloted. In 2008, 9-year old Cassidy Megan (an EANS member) started “Purple Day for Epilepsy – March 26” with the help of Epilepsy Nova Scotia. This is now a global campaign in which supporters around the world wear purple to raise epilepsy awareness. EANS continues to spearhead the campaign.

The philosophy of The Sharon Home is founded on Jewish tradition, which encompasses respect for elders and responsibility for the welfare of others. This tradition take into account recognition of support that has been generously given by the community - past, present and future - and it is understood that it is the cornerstone of our achievements. We recognize that staff and volunteers are the most important resources. We understand that our mission can only be achieved through the combined efforts of staff, volunteers, clients and their caregivers. We provide an environment that encourages people to learn and flourish. We continuously strive to improve in the delivery of health and social services to the elderly and their caregivers. We provide care that emphasizes and capitalizes on the individual strengths of each client and family member and embraces the notion of autonomy.

For over 90 years the Kingston Rotary club has been active in our community developing initiatives that enhance the quality of life for families, with a special emphasis on children. Major supported activities include RKY Summer Camp, the Boys and Girls Club, Easter Seals, early childhood literacy and youth leadership. The Kingston club sponsors the Queen's University Rotaract Club and two Interact clubs for High School students in the local community.

The Evanosky Foundation exists for the purpose of generating funds to support two main objectives. It will support pediatric leukodystrophy research as well as assist and care for children and families affected by one of the leukodystrophies and/or other disabling conditions.

The LAM Foundation urgently seeks safe and effective treatments and ultimately a cure for lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) through advocacy and the funding of promising research. We are dedicated to serving the scientific, medical and patient communities by offering information, resources and a worldwide network of hope and support.

The Isaac Foundation was created to in 2006, shortly after our son Isaac was diagnosed with MPS VI. Our goal is to raise funds and awareness, in order to find a cure for Isaac and all children with this devastating and progressive disease throughout Canada and the rest of the world. We are a volunteer run charity, with all money raised going directly to MPS research projects throughout the world. More information can be found at www.theisaacfoundation.com.