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UNITED SPINAL ASSOCIATION Back in 1946, a group of disabled veterans decided to band together to fight for better conditions for those suffering from the disabling effects of spinal injuries. Thus, the United Spinal Association was born. United Spinal Association may have been founded in New York, but its many chapters across the country assist thousands with crucial services in an effort to improve quality of life, access valuable resources, and remain as independent of their disability as possible. To learn more go to www.unitedspinal.org CARE With over 95 offices worldwide, CARE is proud to serve multiple humanitarian aid efforts since 1945. Believe it or not, CARE was the organization that coined the term “Care Package,” after sending tens of thousands of life-saving boxes at the close of World War II. Today, Care utilizes funds from donors to send vital food and medical supplies to war-torn areas. Learn how you can help at: www.care.org/donate HELPING THE EARTH ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS WILDLIFE CONSERVATION NETWORK Independently rated as one of the top charities in North America, Wildlife Conser