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Five years into the Tony Hawk Foundation, our efforts are now visibly successful. Most of our grant recipients have completed skateparks in their towns, and we have awarded more than $1.3-million. This money has helped support and partially fund 291 skatepark projects across the U.S., but the most rewarding aspect is seeing the joy on the faces of kids who realize their years of perseverance have finally paid off. It doesn't take long for cities to realize that their modest skateparks get more use than the local tennis courts or baseball fields. We are proud to be a part of this process of enlightenment.
The quality of public skateparks is improving and their numbers are growing, but let's not forget where they are needed most. Low-income areas and cities with too many at-risk kids are often overlooked because of their limited ability to raise funds or a lack of support from civic leaders. The more successful the foundation is at fundraising, the more we can help these communities.
My main job at the foundation's biannual grant-application review meetings is to approve and suggest changes to skatepark designs. But my favorite thing is seeing the parks themselves. I've had the privilege of attending a few grand openings, and the appreciation of the local skaters is overwhelming. It's a blast to see the finished product, especially when they've taken my design comments into consideration. Even more gratifying is the sense of pride that the locals have when they finally get to ride the fruit of their labor.
The foundation staff is doing an amazing job helping communities with their skatepark projects, organizing fundraising events, reaching new donors, and raising the awareness of our mission. Chances are that you have heard about THF because of their efforts. We still have a lot of work to do, so your support is greatly appreciated. With your help, we can give kids a positive outlet for their energy, and a safer community for them to grow up in.
--Tony Hawk
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Trace Adkins
It was because of his daughter’s experience that country music sensation Trace Adkins was motivated to join the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN). “I know firsthand how important FAAN’s efforts to increase funding for food allergy research are,” says Trace.
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Andre Agassi
"Children today face so many obstacles. If I can make a positive impact on at least one child's life, then it has all been worthwhile," says tennis great Andre Agassi who founded the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation.
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Clay Aiken
American Idol and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Clay Aiken is co-founder of National Inclusion Project
While earning his degree, he worked with individuals with autism. Through The National Inclusion Project, Clay envisions a world where children of all abilities are offered the experiences of full inclusion.
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Laila Ali
Laila Ali , an athlete and champion of health and fitness, has always been a strong advocate of promoting women's and girls' involvement in sports and athletics, as well as hunger relief initiatives.
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Muhammad Ali
Since leaving the ring he once dominated, Muhammad Ali has directed his energy and resources to championing the causes of the developing world. The Muhammad Ali Center’s mission is to share the legacy and ideals of Muhammad and to inspire adults and children everywhere to be as great as they can be.
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Aly and AJ
As co-chairpersons for the Children’s Advisory Board of the AmberWatch Foundation, sisters Aly and AJ have also requested that fans attending their concerts make donations to the foundation rather then bringing gifts.
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Reporters are often looking to spotlight new and innovative ways to give during the holiday season, and it doesn’t get any better than GoodSearch and GoodShop.
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American Red Cross for Haiti Relief
First Lady Michelle Obama in partnership with the American Red Cross has released a public service announcement telling people what they can do to help the situation in Haiti.
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Bradford Anderson
Bradford Anderson, a native of Meredith, NH and actor who currently plays the role of “Damian Spinelli” on ABC’s General Hospital, is a supporter and fundraiser for the Manchester Animal Shelter (MAS).
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