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Preserving Our Natural Resources for the Future
Posted by on April 13, 2012 at 1:16 PM EDTLead by Chairman Harold "Gus" Frank, the Potawatomi Community proves their commitment to protecting Mother Earth and "ensuring that future generations will have access to clean air, water and land," by incorporating renewable and energy-efficient initatives into their daily lives.
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Raising the Bar: The One Year Anniversary of Joining Forces
Posted by on April 12, 2012 at 3:38 PM EDTIn its first year, Joining Forces has helped translate the gratitude of millions of Americans into service in support of our troops and their families
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Sustainable Farming for Global and National Food Security
Posted by on April 12, 2012 at 12:14 PM EDTThe Ray Family Farm, run by Chad and Jodi Ray, is a model for educating, empowering and inspiring young would-be farmers across the country. Dedicated to the ideal that our roots are tied to food security and environmental sustainability, the Rays also believe our world needs can be met on a smaller scale with tens of thousands more young farmers around the world.
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Investing in America’s Health Care Workforce
Posted by on April 11, 2012 at 4:52 PM EDTHealth Care reform funding creates the opportunity for an increased presence of practicing primary care professionals in communities across the country.
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Dr. Jill Biden Honors Winners of the Joining Forces Community Challenge
Posted by on April 11, 2012 at 4:49 PM EDTAll twenty of the JFCC finalists are winners who are are making a difference in the lives of military families every single day
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Time-Lapse Video: The 2012 White House Easter Egg Roll in 1:48
Posted by on April 10, 2012 at 2:18 PM EDTTake a look at the full day of fun, from many different angles, in one quick video
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Finding Purpose in Obedience: Seeking to Do My Part
Posted by on April 5, 2012 at 12:42 PM EDTHaving witnessed the simple wins mentorship programs like the Philadelphia Suns provide youth, especially those lacking family support and guidance, Harry Leong is committed to continuing mentorship within the AAPI community. Using sports as a means to connect with with them, Harry and the rest of the Suns are cultivating lifelong charcteristics within students and young people.
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Dreaming Big: Pain is Temporary, Quitting is Forever
Posted by on April 5, 2012 at 12:04 PM EDTPaul Kim has led Kollaboration, a Korean-American talent show turned non-profit organization that focuses on empowerment through entertainment, to critical acclaim. Despite his father's hopes for his life, Paul chose a nontraditional path to succes, but continues to believe that Kollaboration works because it has a tremendous team "[working] toward a common goal [that] doesn't quit until they've succeeded."
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Striving for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Visibility in our Asian American Communities
Posted by on April 5, 2012 at 11:56 AM EDTAcceptance, acknowledgement and above all else visibility are the things Elena Chang and Suma Reddy strive for. Their work with the Asian Acceptance Project (APP) speaks volumes to their passion for and pride in the Asian American and Pacific Islander LGBT community.
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Knocking on Your Door: Community Service in Action
Posted by on April 4, 2012 at 12:36 PM EDTCora Tomalinas facilitates change in her community by actively awakening and appealing to the hearts and minds of the people -- the true meaning of People Acting in Community Together (PACT).
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