Website: https://www.uso.org/

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About United Services Organizations

Since before the United States entered World War II, the USO (United Service Organizations) has been the bridge between the American public and the U.S. military. In times of peace and war, the USO has consistently delivered its special brand of comfort, morale and recreational services to the military. The USO, a congressionally chartered, private, nonprofit organization, relies on the generosity of individuals and corporations to support USO activities.

Today, the USO delivers its programs and services at more than 130 locations around the world. In recent years, the USO opened centers in Kuwait, Qatar and Afghanistan to support service members participating in Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, as well as centers in Vicenza, Italy, and at the Dallas/Fort Worth, Raleigh/Durham and Denver International Airports.

Recognition: Sam Oschkowsky

Website: laguardians.org
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About Guardians of the Jewish Home for the Aged

For nearly 100 years, the Los Angeles Jewish Home for the Aging has been lifting spirits, restoring health, and making the richness of life an everyday event for our community’s precious elderly. Each year, nearly 1.000 frail seniors are fortunate enough to have a wonderful new place to call Home.

Caring for our elderly Jewish mothers and fathers is a most rewarding way to give back to the vulnerable seniors who have bequeathed such a rich life and meaningful traditions to us all.

Over 600,000 Jews live in Los Angeles. But there is only one home for the elderly that offers kosher food, a warm Jewish environment and Jewish holiday celebrations. The Jewish Home appreciates the commitment the community has shown to its mission of nurturing and enhancing the lives of the residents.

Recognition: Leeor Alpern

Website: http://www.ptvla.org
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About Program for Torture Victims

For over 28 years, the Program for Torture Victims has been working towards alleviating the suffering and health consequences of state-sponsored torture among refugees and asylum-seekers in the greater Los Angeles region. PTV provides the supportive framework necessary to restore the well-being, identity, and dignity of survivors of torture.

The program has helped to heal over 3,000 torture survivors by providing free medical, psychological, and case management services; and by networking with other professionals on behalf of clients to access free legal aid, dental care, HIV/AIDS treatment, interpreter services, ophthalmology specialization and gynecological treatment for women who have undergone female genital cutting.

PTV\\\’s clients are victims of state-sponsored, paramilitary, or tribal violence whose only \\\’crime\\\’ was to belong to a particular tribe, clan, political party, social group, or religion. As the only torture treatment program in the Greater Los Angeles, an area that is home to the largest population of refugees and asylum seekers in the United States,

PTV serves clients come from 65 countries in Africa, Latin America, the Middle east, and Asia. In addition, PTV staff also write psychological and forensic evaluations and serve as expert witnesses in asylum cases. PTV is also dedicated to creating public awareness about the plight of thousands of people who are survivors of human rights abuses, about the after effects of torture, and about the personal and interpersonal process of healing.

Recognition: Andrea Schmitt of PTV

Website: mptf.com
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About Motion Picture & Television Fund

The Motion Picture & Television Fund was created by such industry luminaries as Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks and D.W. Griffith, who realized the need for reaching out to those in the entertainment industry who fell upon hard times. It was founded with a benevolent spirit intent on providing assistance to those in the motion picture industry who were in need.

Going far beyond traditional health care, MPTF offers a continuum of care for the very young to the elderly by providing quality healthcare, child care, residential living and care for older adults, as well as social and charitable services. MPTF is not just a place to call when you’re ready to retire. It is an energetic community of caring that reflects the vitality of the industry it serves.

The MPFT’s mission is to enrich the lives of people in the Southern California entertainment community by continuously evolving to meet their health and human services needs. It is dedicated to offering programs and charitable services which are provided with compassion and respect for the dignity of the whole person.

Recognition: Michael Tomlinson

Website: http://newlifebeginnings.wordpress.com
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About New Life Beginnings

NLB is a grassroots community supported organization established by two homemakers who saw the needs of homeless pregnant women. Since their inception, they have purchased several buildings and shelter units that they call “Next Step” toward independent living.

The mission of NLB has been to provide pregnant women a safe shelter and the ability to deliver healthy babies with dignity, while learning to become contributing members of society breaking free from the welfare cycle. The shelter and programs serve an economically poor, undeserved, and diverse population of homeless women, infants and children. NLB serve a diverse religious and cultural population.

Recognition: Michael Tomlinson

Website: http://www.shearim.com/
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About The Shearim USA Charitable Trust

Shearim College of Jewish Studies for Women in Israel is committed to educating Jewish women to deepen their knowledge and commitment to their heritage. They teach classes in Jewish text, history, ethics, thought and tradition. Each student learns at her own pace, integrating her studies and experiencing her growth on an individual level.

Most importantly, She’arim assist each student in developing her relationship with G-d. She’arim College of Jewish Studies for Women offers an exceptional approach to education that combines personalized teaching, textual study skills and an integrative approach to personal growth. She’arim relates to each student as a unique person. She’arim’s faculty are experienced educators with diverse backgrounds and approaches. Their knowledge of Torah, combined with their caring attitude, allow students to learn and grow in a warm and supportive environment.

Recognition: Joy Furer

Website: http://www.simsfoundation.org
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About Sims Foundation

The SIMS Foundation’s mission is to provide access to and financial support for mental health and addiction recovery services for Austin-area musicians and their families. With over 200 live music venues and internationally recognized music festivals, Austin is hailed as “The Live Music Capitol of the World” for good reason. Unfortunately, many musicians find themselves struggling financially and emotionally. That’s why SIMS is here to help Austin musicians stay in tune.

Recognition: Miriam Raviv