Links

In alphabetical order, these organizations are special to me:

Appalachia Service Project
A Christian ministry that inspires hope and service through volunteer home repair in central Appalachia.

Authors Guild
Supporting working writers and protecting authors’ rights since 1912.

Boyds Mills – Formerly Highlights Foundation
Intimate and inspiring workshops for children’s authors and illustrators.

Connecticut Storytelling Center
Connecting lives one story at a time.

Hobo Nickels
The Hobo Nickel Society is quite interesting.

Johnstown Area Heritage Association
A non-profit organization that exists to preserve and present the region’s nationally significant stories.

Johnstown Inclined Plane
The Johnstown Inclined Plane is the steepest vehicular incline in the world.

Kick for Nick
A precious story and campaign to honor one of America’s fallen heroes, Nick Madaras.

Relay for Life           The American Cancer Society Relay For Life event is a life-changing experience that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease.

Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators
The international professional organization for writers and illustrators of children’s literature.

Toastmasters International
Empowering individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.