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Defy’s mission is to change mindsets to give people with criminal histories their best shot at a second chance. Defy’s vision is to reduce recidivism by 50% by leveraging entrepreneurship as a tool to increase economic opportunity and transform lives. They work to transform the skillsets and mindsets of currently and formerly incarcerated adults as well as the hearts and minds of the business community in support of a common thesis that people with a criminal history deserve a fair chance to reenter society and fulfill their potential.

The ACLU Foundation of Southern California's (ACLU SoCal) mission is to ensure that all persons are afforded the equality, liberty, and justice guaranteed to them in the Constitution and Bill of Rights. Through our integrated approach of community education, advocacy, and litigation, we challenge unconstitutional and unjust policies and practices. We most often serve those whose rights are consistently denied or compromised including students, women, prisoners, immigrants, communities of color, LGBTQ people, members of minority religions, people with disabilities, individuals experiencing homelessness, and economically disadvantaged people. With offices in Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland Empire, ACLU SoCal has been serving Southern California since 1923.

Founded in 1942, the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) is a multifaceted organization that occupies a unique place in the world of philanthropy. By mobilizing and leveraging the powerful voice and creative talents of the entertainment industry, as well as cultivating the support of organizations (public and private) and philanthropists committed to social responsibility, EIF builds awareness and raises funds, developing and enhancing programs on the local, national and global level that facilitate positive social change.Stand Up To Cancer, a division of EIF, raises funds to accelerate the pace of groundbreaking translational research that can get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives now.

SIF’s mission is to inspire efficient and accessible philanthropy. We engage with change-making leaders in the entertainment and creative communities, and beyond, to accelerate their social impact.

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has served as a leader in philanthropy for 30 years, bringing good people and good causes together in 43 counties in Middle Tennessee and Kentucky. Our donors come from every corner of the community to achieve their charitable goals and impact a broad range of needs. We ensure the excellent stewardship of lasting charitable funds and support nonprofits that are doing great work that matters for their communities.

The most magical sound in the world is that of a child's laughter. That is what fills the air at Give Kids The World Village—a wish-fulfilling, fanciful, carefree retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses, and their families. Give Kids The World Village is a 70-acre, nonprofit ""storybook"" Village located nearCentral Florida's most beloved attractions. Here, children and their families are treated to weeklong, cost-free fantasy vacations, complete with accommodations in the Village's whimsical villas, transportation, donated attraction tickets, meals, and much more. At the Village, these precious children learn that dreams really do come true, as they and their families are immersed in joy, hope, and non-stop fun for a few unforgettably happy days. Since 1989, the Village has hosted more than 130,000 deserving families from all 50 states and more than 75 countries. This extraordinary, life-changing experience is Give Kids The World's gift, made possible only through the generosity of dedicated corporations and countless individuals.

The wildfires devastated Los Angeles. So, we’ve come together to pool the resources, connections and expertise of the greater Los Angeles Tech Community to help those in need. This fund is dedicated to supporting the individuals, families and small businesses with the fewest resources to recover, across the Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Malibu and other affected areas of our city.

To mobilize the resources of the entertainment industry to raise funds to provide grants to AIDS service organizations and promote awareness of HIV/AIDS issues.

The American Theatre Wing advances the future of American theatre by celebrating excellence and nurturing the next generation: on stage, behind the scenes, and in the audience. We pursue this mission through programs that support theatrical excellence and inclusivity, and educate and engage the next generation of practitioners and audiences. For over 100 years, the Wing has been an integral part of the American theatrical community, providing critical support and recognition that has allowed the theatre to thrive.

To advance neurosurgical care of the diseases of the brain and spine in underserved communities worldwide through service, education, and support.

The Firework Foundation’s mission is to empower children from underserved communities by igniting their inner light through the arts.

ACTAI Global is a nonprofit whose mission is to support environmental conservation and economic empowerment through entrepreneurship. What began in 2007 as an intimate gathering in Maui has since evolved into a global community of Athletes, Conservationists, Technologists, Artists, and Innovators—the collective that forms the ACTAI name. Since incorporating in 2012, ACTAI Global has produced more than 100 events across 30+ cities, bringing together leading founders, investors, tech innovators, and impact‑driven thought leaders. Renowned for its invite‑only gatherings in destinations that also offer world‑class kitesurfing, ACTAI has become known for its unique blend of curated programming, adventure, and high‑caliber networking.