Spirit of America

Spirit of America http://www.spiritofamerica.net is an United States based non-profit organization whose mission is to extend the goodwill of the American people to assist those advancing freedom, democracy and peace abroad. From their website:

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"Spirit of America was founded by Jim Hake, a businessman who The Los Angeles Times says, "draws on a fundamental faith that his country is trying hard to be all that it aspires to." 9/11 made apparent to him, as with many, that America and the freedoms America symbolizes are at risk. Having benefited from those freedoms and being familiar with the sacrifices of those who have served America, Jim sought an opportunity to contribute. "

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They have been primarily involved in efforts in the Middle East democracy building process. Spirit of America has "provided school and medical supplies, sewing machines, hand tools, watches, water barrels, clothing, soccer gear and toys in response to needs identified by American personnel; contributed equipment to Iraqi-owned television stations to establish a better alternative to Al Jazeera. We helped Iraqi men whose arms were amputated by Saddam Hussein get a new start on life. We provided support to the pro-democracy protestors in Beruit, Lebanon in their march toward democracy and are working through a school partner program to put American and Iraqi children in communications. The project undertaken by Spirit of America are many and diverse, yet, ultimately, are all designed to have a direct and positive impact on the lives of the people working towards peace and freedom.

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External Links

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http://www.spiritofamerica.net

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