NO ADVERTISING PLEASE FEEL FREE TO POST QUESTIONS, INFORMATION AND/OR EVENTS REGARDING SPECIAL NEEDS YOUTH...THANK YOU...~~THUMBS UP~~ ONE THUMBS UP NFP ORGANIZATION VISION: On January 14, 2011, 17 yr old Rainia NeNe” Holmes passed away from complications of Epilepsy. Epileptics usually experience a postictal period following a seizure, whereas they cannot speak temporarily; as a result her brother initiated a form of communication Rainia could use to let her family know that she was okay. So he encouraged her to give “One Thumbs Up” which not only served to convey her well being to friends/family, but more importantly it enabled her to remain positive despite the adversity she faced. This foundation has been established in her memory for Rainia was thoughtful, caring and loved helping others; she strongly believed in equality and wanted more than anything to gain her independence despite her disability. The One Thumbs Up Organization and seal reflect the resilience and strength displayed by Rainia and others like her. We honor Rainia by assisting Special Needs Youth. MISSION: The purpose of this organization is to support and empower Special Needs Youth by providing: • Scholarships: Needed to further education/or employment • Funding for Camp/Activities Primarily our goal is to enable Special Needs Youth to be more self-sufficient while enhancing their quality of life.
Posted on: Tue, 11 Mar 2014 04:06:42 +0000
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