These are organizations that contribute to a wide range of causes closest to my heart       

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Living in Louisiana while attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe has given me a close  perspective on the tragedies and tremendous suffering of everyone affected by the recent hurricanes.  I encourage everyone to give to the American Red Cross in support of the rebuilding of our Gulf coast communities.

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    This is Rosie, my adopted Manatee.  She lives at Homossassa Springs State Park near Crystal River, Florida.  You can adopt a Manatee too.......

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	Locks of Love Photos    Press Release Locks of Love is a non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children 18 years & younger suffering from long term hair loss.
	Hendrick Marrow Program Founded in 1997 in partnership with the Marrow Foundation and the National Marrow Donor Program, the program educates the public about marrow donation and raises money to add volunteers to the NMDP Registry and helps cover patient expenses.
	The Jeff Gordon Foundation Dedicated to help support the physical, social and intellectual needs of children and families throughout the US. The Jeff Gordon Gordon Foundation awards grants to worthy causes and supports The Marrow Foundation, Riley Hospital for Children and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
	Regina and Dr. Patch Adams at the ULM School of Pharmacy......Yes, there really is a Dr. Patch Adams and he does not look like Tom Cruse.