American Foundation for AIDS Research

As we are all aware, HIV/AIDS affects our community in great numbers. This Charity Drive, for the American Foundation for AIDS Research, is our first bi-monthly charity, as we are hoping to maximize as much participation as possible. Not for the sake of exceeding any previous dollar amounts, but to increase awareness and educate one another through the likes of philanthropy, selfless support, and humanity involvement.

The American Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR) identifies critical gaps in our knowledge of HIV/AIDS, and supports promising early-stage studies that often lack the preliminary data required by more traditional funders. Through its Research program, amfAR is advancing efforts to prevent HIV infection in those who are vulnerable and to improve treatment for people living with HIV/AIDS, with the ultimate goal of eradicating the virus.  Through its Public Information program, amfAR generates awareness of the need for better treatment and prevention methods, and publishes educational materials on important AIDS-related research, treatment, prevention, and policy issues. As a respected voice on HIV/AIDS, amfAR frequently provides media commentary on research developments and other aspects of the epidemic.

Medications such as Truvada, Atripla, Ziagen, Racivir, Retrovir, Epivir, and Viread to name a FEW were all developed through heavy research in pharmaceutical laboratories. It’s through funding and support our medical experts are able to work closer towards fighting, abating, and eventually curing the disease. Funding also helps provide medical support for impoverished Americans and people all over the world.

To contribute, visit http://secopsangels.chipin.com/american-foundation-for-aids-research:

(1) Click on the orange ChipIn button on the right hand side (under the contribution stats)
(2) On the item price under "Your Order Summary" in the left column, please enter your desired contribution ($5 is the asking donation, feel free to donate more if you wish).
(3) Click "Update"
(4) Sign in to your PayPal account and confirm payment options/billing info.

-Visit: http://www.amfar.org/ to learn more about amfAR.

God Bless

Child Abuse Prevention

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month!!! The Child Welfare Information Gateway promotes the safety, permanency, and well-being of children, youth, and families by connecting child welfare, adoption, and related professionals as well as the general public to information, resources, and tools covering topics on child welfare, child abuse and neglect, out-of-home care, adoption, and more. A service of the Children's Bureau, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, we provide access to print and electronic publications, websites, databases, and online learning tools for improving child welfare practice, including resources that can be shared with families.

Child Welfare Information Gateway consolidates and builds upon the services formerly provided by the National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and Neglect Information (NCCANCH) and the National Adoption Information Clearinghouse (NAIC)

Here are a few unfortunate statistics regarding child abuse and its horrific effects:

·      2.34 children out of 100,000 die from injuries relating to their abuse, with 80.8% of deaths occurring in children under four years old.

·      For every incident of child abuse or neglect that gets reported, it’s estimated that two others go unreported.

·      Physical abuse accounts for 17.8% of documented child abuse cases each year.

·      Abused children are more likely to abuse alcohol and become addicted to drugs, and one third will later abuse their own children.

·      Of all prison inmates, 84% were abused as children.

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human services  

To find out more on child abuse and how YOU can help save lives and do your part in prevention, visit:

http://www.childwelfare.gov/preventing/preventionmonth/

God Bless, and remember, the children are our future!!!! <3

Team Roberta

Support Bryant's Cause to Cure Leukemia:

For those who do not know.. My mom was diagnosed with Leukemia (2) years ago and it has been a tough battle. I am asking all those who call me FRIEND to make a donation to advance research. EVERY PENNY COUNTS.. Thanks in advance.

Please join me in supporting Team Roberta and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation. Every dollar we raise counts as one vote and the candidate who gets the most votes/raises the most money is named the local Man or Woman of the Year. Please forward this email to your friends and help Support Team Roberta.

Please visit my fundraising page. To make a pledge, please click here: http://nca.mwoy.llsevent.org/TeamRoberta

-Bryant R.

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