Blog

From WWD: “Rachel Roy and Damon Dash’s oldest daughter, Ava Dash, is the latest offspring of famous parents to join the modeling ranks. The 17-year-old signed with DT Model Management two days ago. The company, owned by David Todd, also reps Steven Speilberg and Kate Capshaw’s daughter Destry Allyn Speilberg; Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger’s…

On April 19, we celebrated four heroes who are changing children’s lives every day. Read their inspiring stories and see how you can be a hero, too.

Read the full story here. “LOS ANGELES–World of Children, a global recognition and funding organization for individuals exclusively serving the needs of vulnerable children, announced the full slate of extraordinary individuals to be honored at the 2017 World of Children Hero Awards on Wednesday, April 19 at Montage Beverly Hills. One of those individuals is…

“The World of Children organization, which funds and recognizes individuals globally who are exclusively serving the needs of vulnerable children, March 7 announced Megan Pasricha as one of its recipients of the 2017 World of Children [Alumni] Awards. Pasricha is a co-founder of Global Youth H.E.L.P., a nonprofit that runs health, education, and leadership training…

2017 Alumni Honoree Meghan Pasricha writes about her experience leading a youth movement on Thrive Global. Here is an excerpt from the article: “Young people are often told, ‘you are the leaders of tomorrow.’ At Global Youth H.E.L.P., Inc. we urge young people to become leaders today by taking the first step and turning their…

“World of Children®, a global recognition and funding organization for individuals exclusively serving the needs of vulnerable children, today announced the full slate of extraordinary individuals to be honored at the 2017 World of Children Hero Awards on Wednesday, April 19 at Montage Beverly Hills. Model and child advocate Lily Aldridge Followill will present the…

Today, Iyob Tessema, an Ethiopian running coach in Los Angeles, completed the L.A. Marathon, which took 25,000 runners on a 26.2 mile course from Dodger Stadium to Santa Monica. But unlike many of us, Iyob was not daunted by the distance. Four years ago, he achieved a milestone: he completed 50 marathons before turning 50. Today’s…

“World of Children, a global recognition and funding organization for individuals exclusively serving the needs of vulnerable children, today announced the full slate of extraordinary individuals to be honored at the 2017 World of Children Hero Awards on Wednesday, April 19 at Montage Beverly Hills. Model and child advocate Lily Aldridge Followill will present the…

“World of Children, a global recognition and funding organization for individuals exclusively serving the needs of vulnerable children, announced the full slate of extraordinary individuals to be honored at the 2017 World of Children Hero Awards on April 19 at Montage Beverly Hills. Brooke Burke-Charvetwill return for her third year as the Master of Ceremonies…

“World of Children®, a global recognition and funding organization for individuals exclusively serving the needs of vulnerable children, today announced the full slate of extraordinary individuals to be honored at the 2017 World of Children Hero Awards on Wednesday, April 19 at Montage Beverly Hills. Model and child advocate Lily Aldridge Followill will present the…

“Brooke Burke-Charvet, Actress, TV Personality, and CEO of ModernMom, will return for her third year as the Master of Ceremonies for the event, which will include a cocktail reception, dinner, and special performance by the Carlthorp School Chorus from Carlthorp School in Santa Monica, CA. “I think that anybody who has a small idea that…

Dr. Jorge Rojas-Zegers knows firsthand how often children are injured by burns, and how debilitating it can be. In Northwest Argentina – where he is training a medical team to care for burn victims – 8,000 children suffer from burn injuries every year. In Chile – where his program, COANIQUEM, is located – 80,000 children suffer from…

This blog post is part of an ongoing series to highlight our newest Honorees. Today, we are excited to introduce you to Meghan Pasricha, co-founder of Global Youth H.E.L.P. On April 19, Meghan will take the stage to receive our 2017 Alumni Award at the World of Children Hero Awards. The event will also honor the…

Last week, a group of our supporters visited two World of Children Honorees in Israel and Palestine to see firsthand how our generous donors have unlocked the future for children. The group started their trip in Israel, where they spent the day with 2014 World of Children Alumni Honoree Chaim Peri at the Yemin Orde Youth Village.…

We are excited to announce the 2017 World of Children Alumni Honorees and our very first recipient of the World of Children Crisis Award! All four heroes will be honored at the 2017 Hero Awards in Los Angeles in April.

We visited Dr. Jumana Odeh in Palestine, where we met children whose lives have been changed, thanks to your support.

Leila is a warm, joyful girl growing up in Palestine. Read about how 2008 Honoree Jumana Odeh and the Palestinian Happy Child Centre is helping her thrive.

2008 World of Children Health Honoree Dr. Jumana Odeh has spent her career helping Palestinian children with disabilities. She founded The Palestinian Happy Child Centre (PHCC) in 1994 to provide treatment and care for children suffering from trauma, neurological disorders, and learning and developmental disabilities.

Our group of supporters visits 2014 Honoree Chaim Peri at the Yemin Orde Youth Village, where they meet smiling faces full of hope for the future.

Thanks to the Yemin Orde Youth Village and 2014 Honoree Chaim Peri, this young boy is now an amazing painter and student. Read his story in today’s blog post.

This week, along with a group of wonderful supporter, our Founders Harry and Kay will visit two World of Children Honorees in Israel and Palestine. The group will see firsthand how our generous donors’ support has unlocked the future for children in these two programs. First Stop – Israel, where 2014 Honoree Chaim Peri and…

Video from INARA Click here to donate to INARA’s work through the World of Children Crisis Award

Two international organizations will provide significant funding and support to INARA, founded by CNN senior international correspondent Arwa Damon to serve Syrian child refugees Dublin, CA – Feb 22, 2017 – Arwa Damon, CNN senior international correspondent and Founder of INARA, has been named as recipient of the first ever World of Children Crisis Award. INARA provides…

International Awards organization will provide significant funding and support to nonprofit leaders serving children in crisis-affected situations, beginning with Syrian refugee children Dublin, CA – Jan 5, 2017 – World of Children, headquartered in Dublin, California, has announced its newest Award program. The Crisis Award recognizes individuals making extraordinary contributions to children affected by war,…