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Severely Malnourished Children Receive UNICEF Aid
Famine has been declared in South Sudan, Somalia, Nigeria and Yemen, and in nine additional countries across Africa and the Middle East. Approximately 1.4 million children are suffering from severe acute malnutrition in these countries. To support UNICEF’s efforts in … Continue reading
UNICEF Mobilizes Resources to Provide Assistance in Hurricane-Ravaged Puerto Rico
Since Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico in September 2017, causing one of the worst natural disasters in the history of the island, UNICEF USA has been strongly committed to the needs and welfare of the most vulnerable children … Continue reading
UNICEF Continues to Support Zika-Affected Countries
Transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito, the Zika virus (ZIKV) has brought devastating consequences to Latin America and the Caribbean since a February 2016 outbreak. While symptoms of Zika are generally mild, ZIKV has been linked to birth defects … Continue reading
Reflections… an update from Kendall on the foundation’s ongoing impact
Another year has passed, and I want to take this opportunity to share with you some of what we have been doing with the foundation… Since I last reported to you in January of 2017, we have awarded thirteen grants … Continue reading
Paradox Sports Thank you
Dear Mikesell Foundation, Sherry, Laura, Julie and Kendall, We truly appreciate you supporting Paradox Sports adaptive climbing programs again in 2017. Your donation of $1,000 on October 20, 2017, will be a huge assistance for our 2018 ice climbing trip … Continue reading
Rebuilding a school after devastating earthquakes strike Nepal
In 2015, Nepal was devastated by earthquakes, and many of their schools were destroyed. The dZi Foundation works in partnership with some of the most remote communities in Nepal to create lasting improvements in their quality of life. The devastating … Continue reading
2017 Grants: Experiencing Nature
The Chris Mikesell Foundation supports programs that help kids experience the outdoors in hopes that they will gain a love and appreciation for nature and our environment, just as Chris had. In 2017, the Foundation supported these organizations with grants … Continue reading
2017 Grants: Protecting the Environment
The Chris Mikesell Foundation supports programs that preserve and protect our environment so generations to come can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. In 2017, the Foundation supported these organizations with grants to further that part of the mission. Bartlett Arboretum, … Continue reading
2017 Grants: Supporting WSCU
The Chris Mikesell Foundation supports programs that provide scholarships and support to Western State Colorado University, Chris’ alma mater. In 2017, the Foundation supported these organizations with grants to further that part of the mission. Western State Colorado University Wilderness … Continue reading
2017 Grants: Worldwide Outreach
The Chris Mikesell Foundation supports programs that assist people in desperate need around the world. Chris was fortunate enough to travel, and saw that there was a great need. He wanted to have a positive impact on those who suffered. … Continue reading
