Friends & Artists for Peace And Justice Partner for Peace Day
 | On Peace Day - September 21, 2010 - Friends of the Orphans and Artists for Peace and Justice will distribute food and help provide a day camp in Haiti through the Angels of Light program.
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Dr. Sharp, from Florida, helps support our children!
 | | Dr. Bruno Sharp, C.D., D.D.S., M.S., has generously offered to donate 30% of all online sales of his Natural Care Oral Products through September 15, 2010, to Friends of the Orphans! Celebrate your families and help give back to ours! |
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Making Music
 | A look at the NPH Guatemala orquestina (concert band) and their upcoming tour to the United States |
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The Roloffs of TLC's Little People Big World Visit Haiti
 | "It was an amazing visit," said the Roloffs after visiting NPH/NPFS. "The children were beautiful. The staff was unbelievable. Under such difficult circumstances, this is a place from heaven."
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NPH Guatemala Presents a New Student Magazine
 | A brand new student-run publication innovated and created by the children in the art therapy program is released at NPH Guatemala. The June issue is now online: English | Spanish |
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Haiti Earthquake Relief Updates
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Mexican Expression
 | NPH Mexico's high school seniors unveil the murals they painted in celebration of Mexico's bicentennial. |
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Tropical Storm Agatha Hits Central America
 | Three NPH homes have been affected by Agatha, the first tropical storm of the season, that officials say has killed 150 people and made thousands homeless in Central America.
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Medical Volunteers Needed
 | Medical professional volunteers supplement the care provided by our local staff, and they bring an advanced level of knowledge and clinical experience to our homes that we otherwise could not afford. |
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NPH Bolivia Celebrates Fifth Anniersary
 | The children enjoy games, a clown, a bonfire, barbeque and much more as they commemorate their home's birthday. |
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American Volunteer Establishes Special Education Project
 | Thanks to Kristin DeYoung, the individual needs of 15 children with learning challenges are now being addressed at NPH Dominican Republic. |
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NPH Launches Program to Aid Vulnerable Children in Haiti
 | As Haiti fades from the headlines, thousands of children are still living in dire conditions, vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. A new NPH/NPFS program is addressing this crisis. |
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Video Message from Father Rick in Haiti
 | Fr. Rick Frechette gives an update from the NPH/NPFS St. Damien Hospital in Tabarre, Haiti. |
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NPH Homes Offer Help for Haiti
 | Guided by principles of love, security, sharing, work and responsibility, NPH children are eagerly donating their time and money to help their brothers and sisters in Haiti.
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SPiN New York and MODELINIA Fundraiser Raises $20,000
 | The "Haiti Disaster Relief Fundraiser" was held on Wednesday, January 20, beginning at 9:30 p.m. at SPiN New York, a social ping pong club located in Gramercy. Led by actress Susan Sarandon, it featured a large number of celebrities and local fashion and design experts, and was open to the public. |
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Updates on American Volunteers in Haiti
 | It is with deep anguish that we confirm the deaths in Haiti of international volunteer Molly Hightower, 22, of Port Orchard, WA., and Ryan Kloos, 24, of Phoenix, AZ, who is the brother of Friends of the Orphans international volunteer Erin Kloos, 26, also of Phoenix. Erin was rescued from the Fr. Wasson Center and is in a Florida hospital. |
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Mural by Three Youths of NPH Bolivia Wins Award
 | Children from a variety of Bolivian schools were invited to participate in a mural competition in honor of the International Day of Non-Violence. Three boys from NPH, supported by their family, accepted the challenge. |
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Darlene Milord of NPH/NPFS Haiti Receives Prestigious Equestrian Award
 | One of more than 1,200 nominees, 22-year-old Darlene become the first recipient of the new Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Award—Against All Odds at a glittering ceremony in Copenhagen, Denmark. |
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Hollywood Recognizes Outstanding Work of Father Rick Frechette
 | At the 13th Hollywood Award Gala Ceremony on October 26, 2009, Father Richard Frechette, received the Hollywood Humanitarian Award for his work in Haiti. |
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NPH Graduates Gather in Monterrey, Mexico
 | It was a beautiful clear day in a week of rain, which perfectly set the tone for the Hermanos Mayores (Spanish for "Big Brothers and Sisters") Gathering. An annual reunion of former pequeños, the event continues to grow. |
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Couple Receives "Making a World of Difference" Award
 | On October 1, 2009, the Tempe Sister City organization honored Barbara and Don Liem for their work with Friends/NPH. Supporters for more than 30 years, the Liems have raised millions of dollars for the children of NPH. |
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NBA Basketball Star Charlie Villanueva Visits NPH Dominican
 | Teaming with Crocs, Feed the Children and Pan American Development Foundation, the Detroit Pistons player delivered a generous donation to the children. |
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Ciudad de los Niños Grand Opening Dedication in Matamoros, Mexico
 | On September 5, 2009, John Shinsky's dream of opening a home for orphaned and abandoned children became a reality. The celebration was attended by 150 people, including Pro-Football-Hall-of-Famers, and a CBS Sports film crew. |
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American Dentist Volunteers Services in Bolivia During Vacation
 | Christopher VanDerhoef—the brother of a volunteer, a Godparent, and a dentist—was generous enough to combine his vacation with some work in his field, work that our children really needed. |
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Agriculture Program Started at NPH Dominican
 | Casa Santa Ana is the fourth NPH site to benefit from the work of Agronomists Eduardo Briones Alonso and Pilar Fernandez. Their dedication and hard work will provide additional food for the home as well as teach the children about nutrition and how to raise crops. |
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New Orphanage Welcomed to Friends/NPH Family
 | John Shinsky, a former Michigan State University football star, and his wife Cindy have founded a new orphanage in Matamoros, Mexico, called Ciudad De Los Niños (“City of the Children”). Partnering with Friends and NPH, the home will operate under the same unique model as the other nine NPH homes. |
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NPH Honduras Remains Safe Despite Political Unrest
 | After days of tension, disputes, and protests, the President of Honduras was ousted and flown to Costa Rica. Throughout it all, everything has remained calm and peacful at NPH. UPDATED 7/6/2009 |
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Graduation Celebrated at NPH Dominican
 | The school year ended with a day to remember for the kindergartners. Teachers, staff, the other children and family members were on hand to help them celebrate an important milestone – their first graduation. |
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Schools Closed in Guatemala Due to Flu Outbreak
 | As a result of a countrywide outbreak of Swine Flu, schools across Guatemala have been closed until the beginning of July. This includes NPH's school. UPDATED 7/15/2009 |
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Earthquake Hits Honduras; NPH Is Safe
 | Early on Thursday, May 29, 2009 a 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Honduras. The shaking was felt at the NPH home, but no one was injured and there was no damage. |
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FRIENDS Is Coming to a TV Near You
 | In conjunction with an organization called Heroes of Hope, Friends of the Orphans has created a poignant seven-minute video and related 60-second commercial that highlights the plight of orphaned, abandoned and disadvantaged children. UPDATED 5/29/2009 |
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Construction Begins at NPH Peru
 | After a great deal of hard work and planning, construction has begun at NPH Peru. In March, enthusiastic volunteers arrived to pour the foundation and begin building the home's structures with the help of the pequeños. |
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No Cases of Swine Flu Reported at NPH Mexico
 | As many as 103 deaths are thought to have been caused by an outbreak of the swine flu in Mexico, according to the country's health minister. Fortunately, there are currently no cases reported at the NPH home. UPDATED 5/5/2009 |
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Friends of the Orphans Introduces an Updated Look
 | We have freshened up our logo with a new color scheme and added a wonderful tag line to describe the work of Friends and the Orphans and Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH). Together, we are: “Raising Children. Transforming Lives.” This updated approach will help us in strengthening our visibility and extending our reach to many more caring people. |
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Celebrating 20 years of Helping Disabled Children in Honduras
 | Originally a home for children with AIDS, Casa de los Angeles at NPH Honduras now cares for pequeños with extreme disabilities. Staff and friends were on hand to help the children celebrate the home's 20th anniversary on March 10, 2009. |
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NPH Haiti Turns 22
 | At Sainte Hélène in Kenscoff, the children, former pequeños, staff and guests spent a fun-filled day telling stories, sharing with each other and just being happy to be together to celebrate the home's 22nd year. |
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NPH Dominican Celebrates Six Years as a Family
 | On January 6, children, staff, volunteers and visitors celebrated the home's anniversary with games, performances, a special lunch and cake. |
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New Workshop at NPH Honduras Prepares Youths for the Future
 | In the last few months of 2008, a special workshop was started to help students who have experienced challenges and frustration in other workshops due to learning disabilities and attention difficulties. The workshop focused on teaching handicrafts like jewelry and piñata making. |
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Hollywood in Haiti to Help Children in Need
 | In early December 2008, Paul and Deborah Haggis, Madeline Stowe, Josh Brolin, Diane Lane, Maria Bello, Bryn Mooser, Jimmy Jean-Louis, Michael Stahl David, and former Senator John Edwards were in Haiti for the inauguration of the country's first Rehabilitation Center for disabled children - NPH's Kay Saint Germaine. |
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Graduations Celebrated at NPH Guatemala
 | Unlike most U.S. schools, the school year in Guatemala is January through October. However, in both places, graduation is an important occasion that recognizes and rewards the hard work and accomplishments of students. It is a day that signifies that children have taken a step closer towards their future as adults. |
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