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Hudson Pride Connections Center (HPCC) is a home and voice for the diverse LGBTQ community and our allies that advocates for our physical, mental, social and political well-being. We create safe and vibrant spaces to gather and celebrate our lives. HPCC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-governmental, community organization situated in the Journal Square neighborhood in Jersey City, one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in this country and home to the largest LGBTQ community in New Jersey. Hudson Pride was established in 1993 to serve as an advocate for both the LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS communities in Hudson County and more than 20 years later, we are still delivering a wide array of services, programs and events to meet their on-going needs. Our programs and services include LGBTQ support groups for youth, young adults, middle adults and seniors, specialized groups for HIV+ gay men, transgender individuals and women of color, community training and education focused on helping provider agencies to deliver LGBT and HIV competent services, LGBTQ health education, HIV outreach services, social service linkages and advocacy.

TheConnecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) organizes the recoverycommunity (people in recovery, family members, friends and allies) to 1) put aface on recovery and 2) provide recovery support services. By promoting recovery from alcohol and otherdrug addiction through advocacy, education and service, CCAR strives to enddiscrimination surrounding addiction and recovery, open new doors and removebarriers to recovery, maintain and sustain recovery regardless of the pathway,all the while ensuring that all people in recovery, and people seekingrecovery, are treated with dignity and respect.

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety is dedicated to saving lives and reducing injuries on our roads. The impact of traffic crashes is felt by every person and every family, in every state across our country. Each year, more than 33,000 lives are lost and 3,000,000 injuries are sustained, all at an economic cost of more than $230 billion. We aim to identify problems, foster research that seeks solutions, and disseminate information and educational materials that promote good traffic safety practices.

Since 2017, MedGlobal has worked to build the capacity of healthcare systems within countries affected by armed conflict, natural disasters, a lack of resources, and climate change. We have worked with national healthcare systems and individual hospitals and health facilities to design training and education for their healthcare workers, to improve physical infrastructure, policies, and protocols, and to provide the medications, medical supplies, equipment, and technology that they need to treat their patients.MedGlobal’s culturally diverse teams respond to the world’s humanitarian crisis by partnering with communities to provide innovative, sustainable, and dignified healthcare.

from the website: "Addiction is a disease, one that can be prevented and recovered from. At Power Forward, we take on this silent epidemic on three fronts. Through EDUCATION, by talking to at risk populations, sharing the risks, and risk factors, promoting compassion and understanding, pushing back the stigma, and creating opportunities for early intervention. Through EMPOWERMENT, by being there for people who are ready to change, showing what is possible with a sober life, offering scholarships that allow people to recover with Dignity. And through INNOVATION, by championing groundbreaking programs and research in the field of recovery."

The Lantern's mission is to provide quality sober living to the chemically dependent person and to educate and assist people with recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. The Lantern's long-term care philosophy is based on a 12-step model that recognizes drug and alcohol addictions as progressive, chronic and potentially fatal diseases. Our organization is open to all adult men and has no residency restrictions, while the geographic service area is primarily focused on Cuyahoga County, many of our residents are also drawn from the outlying suburbs.

AccessCNY offers person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our shared community. Services are provided with dedication, compassion, innovation, and commitment.AccessCNY provides services to over 3,000 individuals in five primary areas: programs for individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries (ABI), services for those with mental health issues, clinical services for those with disabilities, preschool education and Consumer Directed Homecare. All services empower individuals to reach their unique level of independence.

Save the Michaels raises awareness of prescription and other drug addictions. Abuse and misuse of these controlled substances leads to serious illness, depression, deaths from overdose and suicide, and the devastation of caregivers and loved ones. Save the Michaels House of Hope and Community Resources supports families during their loved one's journey through addiction and into remission. We provide a nurturing and supportive environment to parents, grandparents and spouses of addicted individuals. We practice compassion and promote education, self-help and wrap-around care before, during, and after treatment.

AshaUSA's m​ission is to provide culturally specific programs to the South Asian community t​​o foster health and harmony in their lives. Formed in July, 2014 in Minnesota, AshaUSA (Asha means hope) is a non-profit organization focused on engaging and empowering South Asian women, men, and children through culturally specific programs and services. Over 3.4 million South Asians (originally from India, Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka) live in the United States out of which about 44,000 live in Minnesota (2010 census). 75% of South Asian Minnesotans are first generation immigrants. The South Asian population in Minnesota has more than doubled since 2000. With the increase in population, challenges associated with acculturation in terms of health, youth development, and family relationships have become more distinct. There is a need for culturally specific programs that proactively address acculturation challenges for the South Asian community in Minnesota. ​

Guided by a passion to educate and empower patients to pro-actively inquire about the short and long term side effects of prescription medicine before accepting them, MedShadow Foundation seeks to help people understand the risks & benefits of medicines and prompt discussions between the patient and health care provider. This includes asking deeper questions to a physician or pharmacist, looking at the pros and cons of prescription drugs, and if appropriate, exploring other options. We empower our readers to learn about prescription drugs and become an engaged advocate in their own health and wellbeing.

For 40 years, Janus has remained dedicated to providing supportive, hope-inspiring and successful addiction treatment services in a professional and compassionate environment while assisting individuals and families on their journey toward wellness and recovery. Janus of Santa Cruz is the longest standing non-profit drug and alcohol treatment program on the Central Coast. Our credentialed staff provides a full scope of services and support for individuals and families, including detoxification, inpatient and outpatient treatment, perinatal treatment, DUI education, medication assisted treatment, behavioral health services, and sober housing.

Radiant Futures is building a safer community in Orange County. Originally founded as Womens Transitional Living Center, we were the first domestic violence agency in Orange County and the third in the United States. For over 45 years, weve been a committed partner and solid presence in our community. As Radiant Futures, our work continues to evolve as we provide inclusive, comprehensives services to everyone impacted by domestic violence and human trafficking. To build a community free of harm, we also equip our neighbors with education to prevent violence and abuse.