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International Friendship Inc. - Children in Crises [IFI-CIC] is a non-profit charity organization established in 1996 to help disadvantaged children and their families worldwide. We provide emergency assistance & humanitarian aid, focusing on improving the living standards & social perceptions of youth globally.
IFI-CIC humanitarian aid shipments contain medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, toys, books, essential clothing and household items. The shipments are distributed to hospitals, social service stations & community centers globally. We also work closely with a number of clinics and local charitable organizations in designated countries, and assist various organizations with large scale disaster relief such as the American Red Cross during the aftermath of 9/11.
IFI-CIC is also a pioneer in creating unique programs designed to promote healthy lifestyles and inspire positive thought. Our programs employ both conventional and alternative therapy methods, with an emphasis on sports, ecology & nature, music, art, community, education, and occupational placement.
Our mission
• To assist humanitarian aid & crisis relief worldwide
• To improve the living standards, social understanding & potential of risk-group youth
• To instill positive values of health, social integration, productivity and personal victory
• To sponsor & facilitate programs for underprivileged and disabled youth
• To organize community events and programs to benefit local and international youth
• To aid charitable organizations extending financial assistance domestically and abroad
• To respond to local crises and causes
Past & Present Affiliates include:
* The Byelorussian International Welfare Committee of Social Sphere Development *? International Public Association, Memorial Complex “Trostenets” * American Red Cross * Center for Underprivileged Children, Ukraine * Agricultural Aid, Dnepetrovsk, Ukraine * The Minsk Public Association GYLF * The Smorgon Public Association for the Visually Impaired * The Art Glory Fund for developing and supporting artistic and cultural endeavors * RussianNY * AASF – American Amateur Sambo Federation *
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