FINDING

PURPOSE

While Healing Hearts

Finding purpose and being of service can help bring solace and peace following the pain of loss, and provide opportunities to channel powerful emotional energy for good. No act of kindness is ever too small, and the ripple effect that is generated can inspire feelings of goodwill, hope, and healing in those it reaches. When it comes to finding a cause, organization, or person to lend your support don’t forget to do your homework, then listen to your heart…

Heart-Centered Organizations

that Bring Hope and Healing

To help get you started, we have listed below some wonderful organizations we support -- Perhaps they will stir your heart as well… WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN is the first to the frontlines, providing fresh meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. The World Central Kitchen (WCK), founded by Chef Jose Andres, responds to natural disasters, man-made crises, and humanitarian emergencies around the world. The WCK is a team of food first responders, mobilizing with the urgency of now to get meals to the people who need them most. Deploying a model of quick action, leveraging local resources, and adapting in real time,they know that a nourishing meal in a time of crisis is so much more than a plate of food—it's hope, it's dignity, and it's a sign that someone cares. WE FEED PEOPLE, a Ron Howard directed documentary premiered in May of 2022, and takes you behind the scenes of the beginning of WCK. UNITED 24 was founded in 2022 by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to raise funds and support for the Ukraine departments that need them the most including department of defense, and for humanitarian and medical aid related programs. see video here WORLD VISION was founded in 1950 by Bob Pierce and since that time has continue to provide humanitarian needs and support to children and families in need. Today they operate a regional base in Romania, which has provided the close proximity necessary to quickly assist and support Ukraine during this crisis. MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERS/DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) cares for people affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, natural and human-made disasters, and exclusion from health care in more than 70 countries. When disaster strikes, its teams of doctors, nurses, logisticians, and other staff are often among the first on the scene—sometimes arriving in a matter of minutes. Because of its financial independence teams are able to freely evaluate medical needs, reach communities in need without restriction, and directly provide high quality medical care. INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL Corp (IMC) was founded in 1984 by Dr. Bob Simon to respond to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. Since then, he has expanded his team to ensure communities around the world have access to essential healthcare services and critical supplies. It’s Mission - to deliver emergency medical and related services to those affected by conflict, diaster and disease, no matter where they are, no matter what the conditions. They also train people in their communities, providing them with the skills they need to recover, chart their own path to self-reliance, and become effective first responders themselves. see video here HELPING PARENTS HEAL is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting bereaved parents. Through support and resources, HPH aspires to help individuals shift from a state of emotional heaviness to hopefulness and greater peace of mind. HPH goes a step beyond other groups by allowing the open discussion of spiritual experiences and afterlife evidence in a non- dogmatic way. HPH welcomes everyone regardless of religious or non-religious background and encourages open dialog. ASPCA The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® is a national leader in animal rescue and protection. The ASPCA works to save animals from acts of animal cruelty including dogfighting, puppy mills, hoarding, neglect and other cruel situations. It provides for animals in need of medical care and behavioral rehabilitation, and helps thousands of animals each year find loving homes. The ASPCA also responds to energencies when disaster strikes and fights for stronger laws to protect animals. St.   Jude   Children’s   Hospital   opened its doors in 1962 to treat the most challenging childhood cancers and pediatric diseases.Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel,housing, or food, so they can better focus on helping their child live, regardless of the duration or the cost of care. The goal of St. Jude is to by 2030, cure at least 60% of children with six of the most common kinds of cancer worldwide - providing cutting- edge treatment at no cost to families.

Sharing Stories We each have amazing stories to share. Personal experiences of triumph over tragedy, of the transformative power of grief, of hope and healing, and of the ripple effect generated by acts of courage, kindess, generosity, support and compassion. If you would like to share a heartfelt and inspiring personal story as a guest on an upcoming episode of Shared Tears Podcast - Ripple Effect, please contact us for more information.

Lifted Voices In an effort to raise public awarenness, some feel compelled to speak out, in spite of or fueled by their personal story, and become important voices for change and reform. We welcome open and frank discussions about the difficult but important topics and collective challenges of our time. Let’s not become complacent or stand silent, but instead lift our voices and share our stories as a force for good. If you would like to share your personal story or expertise, as a guest on Shared Tears Podcast - Ripple Effect, please contact us for more information.

Healing Hearts Farm Sanctuary (HHFS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit farm animal rescue and sanctuary located in the rolling hills of Tehachapi, California. Dedicated to helping animals that are neglected, abused, unwanted or slaughter bound, HHFS provides a compassionate and safe refuge. Its mission is to foster healing through building connections between animals, people, and nature.