eyeApplaud: Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Support us and we shall grow; especially in times like these when our voices being heard is necessary. Considering the changes that may loom on the political front, its imperative that we support and promote progress and philanthropy. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund epitomizes that. The philanthropy was founded more than 20 years ago, with the objective of providing assistance to people attending the 47 Historical Black Colleges and Law Schools nationwide. The fund held its 23rd Annual Awards Dinner recently in New York City. The event featured the Guest of Honor Patti Labelle, co-hosts Anthony Anderson and Nicey Nash, Anika Noni Rose, Laura Izibor, and more.

- Basquiat

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EyeAm AWARE

Here at elleELLEeye we cannot get enough of philanthropy! We live to spread love to others and definitely hope our actions have inspired people in some way. This month, we acknowledged Breast Cancer Awareness Month & National Lupus Erythematosus Month with posts and events. However, we also understand this time is also dedicated to other causes.

So here's a list of some more observances during October. We understand that each is important, and that there are many people that have been affected by them.

• Domestic Violence Awareness Month

• Health Literacy Month

• Healthy Lung Month

• National Dental Hygiene Month

• National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

• National Infertility Awareness Month

• National Physical Therapy Month

• National Spina Bifida Month

• Rett Syndrome Awareness Month

• Sudden Infant Death (SIDS) Awareness Month

• World Blindness Awareness Month

• American Pharmacist Month

• Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month

• 3D Ultarsound Awareness Month

Do you observe any of these?

If so, drop a buzz.

Urs trulee,

KareemaBee

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To Be or Not To Be...

A humanitarian. The choice is yours, just like it is the discretion of others. Some find it in their soul to be of assistance to those in less fortunate situations. Without such philanthropic natures in this world, where would we be? Without the Boys and Girls Clubs, the Cub Scouts, the Children's Aid Societies, Christian Children's Funds, etc. where would those who have a need turn?

I bring this point to a head as a mark of reverence, and celebration similar to First Lady of California Maria Shriver's Minerva Award gala. The event took place October 26th in Long Beach, CA. Oprah Winfrey received an award for her charitable efforts as notables such as Maru J and Michelle Obama looked on.

Other receiving awards for their Humanitarianism were: Sanda Day O'Connor, Oral Lee Brown, and Sister Terry Dodge.

Click here for more information about the Minerva Awards
- Basquiat

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