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Kids with a Cause is a non-governmental organization (NGO) associated with the Department of Public Information of the United Nations, that allows the charity to expand its services to children around the world. Linda Finnegan founded the charity in September 1999, to teach principles and practices of philanthropy implemented through interactive programs involving celebrities and other youth volunteers. Their goal is "to provide solutions to specific problems affecting children who suffer from poverty, lack of education or health-related issues".〔http://www.kidswithacause.org/ Kids with a Cause〕 Members are responsible for the development and implementation of programs and projects designed to improve the quality of life for the less fortunate youth. These programs help to fulfill basic needs and enhance self-esteem. == Linda Finnegan == Linda Finnegan is a native from Southern Californian who began working with children at eleven years old when she created a local babysitting service. She holds a Child Development associate degree from the Child Development Consortium in Washington, DC.〔(Kids with a Cause )〕 Linda was awarded with “Excellence” in all thirteen areas of her discipline when she graduated. Her education focused on child psychology/development and early childhood education. Linda also received training in exceptional children and perceptual motor assessment training. Before she became involved with nonprofit organizations, Linda was involved in several areas involving children including teaching, enhancing educational curriculum, direction of summer camps, and children’s educational programs. She is also a published author and wrote and directed children’s academic and theatrical workshops. Companies including American Express, Deloitte & Touche, Grolier Interstate, Nabisco Brands,and Times Mirror use training programs that Linda has developed.〔(Kids with a Cause )〕 Linda’s first step in the non-profit world was her position as Executive Director of the Audrey Hepburn Children’s Fund in Los Angeles, California. 〔(Kids with a Cause )〕 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Kids with a Cause」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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