Philadelphia and its surrounding counties hold the unenviable distinction of having one of the highest prostate cancer mortality rates in the nation (32.1 / 100,00 versus a national average of 20.7 / 100,000). The region is also home to a population highly diversified in age, race, and ethnicity-all of which are key risk factors for prostate cancer.
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The Humpty Dumpty Institute (HDI) works around the world to inform and foster dialogue amongst critical stakeholders on key global issues. We do this through our programs with the U.S. Congress and the United Nations, engaging young people, supporting cultural diplomacy, and working on humanitarian programs. HDI often uses visual arts to foster dialogue.
Rome, Italy - The Pope began his speech by expressing his gratitude to the institution, which also promotes “comprehensive development”, especially of “the poor, refugees, immigrants” and also of “growing number of people affected by war and violence.”
Executive Director Morgan DeNicola visited Rwanda as the Central African country marked the 30thanniversary of a monthslong rampage that killed some 8000,0000 people.
The Shanahan Education Foundation is committed to providing education and learning opportunities to indigent, underprivileged and economically challenged youth. Their aim is to break generational poverty through development of human capital in society.
Get on the Bus is a Program that provides free transportation to children to visit a parent who is incarcerated in California State Prisons. This year we partnered with California Artist, Melanie Kirschner Oomen to give the children and their parents an incredible painting experience to bring the families close together.
Six philanthropic football personalities, including the NFL’s first female coach, received this year’s Steinberg DeNicola Humanitarian Award.
Washington, DC - We are pleased to share an update on the outcome of all the work of the Grants Committee over the last few months. The Grants Committee received 166 grant requests from the Vatican in the Fall of 2023. The Committee conducted a grant-by-grant evaluation of each of the submissions totaling $14,191,403 with the help of the online grants management system. This system has provided a digital efficiency for document submission and storage, as well as for improved committee communication.
New York City, NY - The Humpty Dumpty Institute (HDI) works around the world to inform and foster dialogue amongst critical stakeholders on key global issues. We do this through our programs with the U.S. Congress and the United Nations, engaging young people, supporting cultural diplomacy, and working on humanitarian programs.
Philadelphia, PA - The Cosmo Cares team partnered with Ron Jaworski’s Foundation, Jaws Youth Playbook, and Philadelphia Eagles Alumni Cheerleaders for their 3rd Annual Prom Drive. Over 800 gently used dresses, shoes, purses, and jewelry were donated. The Prom Drive was held at the Boys & Girls Club of Germantown, where girls selected a dress and accessorizes. All teens attending the event received a dress, shoes, purse, and goodie bag filled with makeup and skincare products to help them shine on their special night!
