Austinites are invited to attend “Hoops for Hope” at the Long Center from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday. The event is hosted by nonprofit Smile Never Fades.
05/16/2012 08:25 AM
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Local nonprofit, Austin Speech Labs, is doing its part to help educate the community and teach stroke survivors to talk again.
05/09/2012 12:27 PM
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The nonprofit South Austin Caregivers works to make sure the elderly always have a lift. Find out more in this edition of “Life in Action.”
05/02/2012 01:38 PM
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The Lone Star Paralysis Foundation is a nonprofit raising money for research and helping patients along the way.
04/25/2012 09:58 AM
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and CASA is always looking for volunteers. Find out how you can help in this edition of “Life in Action.”
04/18/2012 12:32 PM
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Children in the foster care system miss out on many of the luxuries other children have a chance to enjoy, a major one being music lessons. In this "Life in Action," learn about one Texas nonprofit which is working to bring the joy of music to foster children.
04/11/2012 01:54 PM
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One local nonprofit is making sure every Central Texas World War II veteran gets a chance to visit our country’s memorials built especially for them. Find out more in this edition of “Life in Action.”
04/04/2012 04:25 PM
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One nonprofit putting the healing power of art to good use. Find out more in this edition of “Life in Action.”
03/28/2012 11:21 AM
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Every year, kids miss class and even drop out of school because they don't have the money for appropriate clothes. The Assistance League of Austin doesn't want that to be an excuse for any child. Through Operation School Bell, the organization is clothing 3,500 students each year.
03/21/2012 11:01 AM
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Dress for Success is a nonprofit that’s helping women put their best foot forward. Find out more in this edition of “Life in Action.”
Updated 02/15/2012 10:18 AM
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In this edition of "Life in Action," learn about Giving City Austin, a nonprofit magazine which focuses on other nonprofits working to improve Austin in their own way.
02/08/2012 03:47 PM
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Lola Stephens was born and raised in Lake Charles, La., where she learned to cook Cajun soul food. She brought her talent to Austin more than 30 years ago. Now, she's on a mission of sharing her love for food with Austin’s homeless.
Updated 02/01/2012 03:07 PM
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The Texas After Violence Project seeks to share stories of people who have been directly affected by violence of any kind. Workers with the nonprofit hope hearing real-life stories will help promote more empathy to those who have fallen victim to violence. Find out more in this edition of "Life in Action."
Updated 01/18/2012 01:03 PM
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In this edition of "Life in Action," learn more about an area nonprofit which has made it its mission to educate the public about the benefits and uses of stem cell therapy.
01/11/2012 02:50 PM
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During the holidays everyone feels more charitable. In particular, it's a time when people think of feeding those who are hungry. Officials at the Capital Area Food Bank of Central Texas appreciate that, but hope people will maintain the sentiment throughout the year.
12/18/2011 01:34 PM
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If you're looking for a new way to do some good, you may want to consider becoming a foster or adoptive parent. That's the message the Settlement Home for Children is spreading this holiday season.
12/11/2011 01:47 PM
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Losing a loved one is never easy. Whether the loss comes by death, divorce, or abandonment, it's hard to heal. One local nonprofit has opened its doors and welcomes people into a place to heal.
12/04/2011 01:55 PM
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During the month of November, 33 Austin schools pulled together to make a difference in their community by gathering food and coats for the needy. St. Gabriel's School was one of the participants. They raised more than 4,000 pounds of food and are continuing to raise awareness about poverty.
Updated 11/23/2011 10:51 AM
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Every year, Travis County leaders congratulate dozens of children and their new families at an annual adoption day event. One Austin man has worked for years to make the day extra special for former foster children.
Updated 11/09/2011 03:45 PM
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One Austin-based nonprofit is using the game of golf to build the self-confidence and character of kids while teaching them to play. Learn more about First Tee of Greater Austin in this edition of "Life in Action."
11/02/2011 12:26 PM
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