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Our mission is to elevate the quality of life through human enrichment experiences for families that have children with life-altering conditions. 25 years ago, Kidd and Carol Cradick had a seemingly-routine sonogram for a naturally-conceived, otherwise normal pregnancy. But for Carol, it wasn’t the outlined image of her unborn baby that worried her. It was the unnerving description from the OB/GYN. Before long, they understood the possible complications this child could face following her birth. Even somewhat positive readings from future sonograms couldn’t shake the fear that their daughter may never walk or leave a wheelchair. Fortunately, Caroline Cradick was born healthy. It was then that Kidd made a commitment to help families whose outcomes vastly differed from their own. As with the birth of their own miracle, Kidd’s Kids was born: a charity devoted to families touched by tragedy or disease, families who rarely saw a smile on their children’s faces, families who struggled with serious economic strangleholds due to the high cost of medical care and deserved a few days of happiness. 
 Initially, the program began as a bus ride to Sea World in San Antonio, Texas. During the charity’s infancy, the Cradick’s struggled with a lack of experience and funding. However, thanks to the volunteer efforts from medical professionals, nurses and physical therapists, as well as the Kidd Kraddick Morning Show listeners’ willingness to embrace and fund the trip, Kidd’s Kids started growing at an exponential rate. As Caroline grew healthy and matured, so did Kidd’s Kids. She would eventually go on to fulfill her destiny as the face and executive director of Kidd’s Kids. By this time, the charity had evolved to feature a full charter plane trip to Disney World. To this day, the charity remains a family affair - a family that includes all of the children, their loving care-takers and families, and the Kidd’s Kids staff working in tandem. Together, they create memories that most thought were impossible. For this, Kidd Kraddick and Kidd’s Kids, shall always be remembered.

To improve the quality of life for families, sick children and infants throughout our communities by providing support when and how they need it most.

To empower and connect people touched by ectodermal dysplasias through education, support, and research.

A mission to improve total well-being through education

To celebrate the life of Chase Kowalski of the Sandy Hook tragedy, we are committed to inspiring community healing through family-focused triathlon events and wellness initiatives.

At Christine's Hope...We BELIEVE every child deserves the chance to be a kid regardless of their circumstances.We HELP create the next generation of community leaders by teaching kids how to help other kids.We GIVE HOPE to tens of thousands of children whether we are making a donation to a YMCA for kids to go to camp or involving student volunteers to pack pajama bags for children in shelters.We MAKE A DIFFERENCE in our local communities through the generosity of our donors and volunteers.

Surgeons of Hope's purpose is to bring local access to modern surgical care for indigent children with heart disease in Latin America. By building sustainable state-of-the-art pediatric cardiac hospitals, Surgeons of Hope provides lasting care to these children. Our motto "It's not only what we bring. It's what we leave behind" underscores our commitment to educating and sharing skills with our training programs that will enhance understanding and treatment of care.

The mission of Burlington City Arts is to sustain and enhance the artistic life of the greater Burlington, VT area by : • Supporting and promoting Vermont artists and advancing the creation of new work • Offering a wide spectrum of arts education and engagement opportunities • Presenting exhibitions and events that place Burlington in a global context, promote critical dialogue and encourage local participation • Serving the City of Burlington’s cultural planner by making the arts integral to the area's economic and civic development, urban design, and livability. • Fostering partnerships among the arts, education, human service and business communities

We are committed to funding research that will lead to a cure in the fight against DIPG, a rare pediatric brains stem tumor. We are also devoted to helping local families whose children are suffering from DIPG. Our goal is to provide information, resources and support to those who need it in the Indianapolis area.

Provide financial and emotional support to couples who are challenged with Infertility. New Blossoms awards grants to cover the cost of infertility treatments and holds support group meetings, as well as, community awareness.

Provide comprehensive family-centered services to individuals, families, and children affected by HIV/AIDS and other social and health-related barriers.

To help abused and abandoned children and struggling families improve their circumstances through  education, life-coaching, proper shelter, nourishment and work.