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Proud to be part of U.S. Association of Blind Athletes - USABA's effort to bring the Paralympic sport of Blind Soccer to Miami this past weekend as the city becomes our eighth Building Blind Soccer site in the U.S.
We could not have done it without partners such as the U.S. Soccer Federation, Virginia Jacko and the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc., Thomas Anthony Abraham and the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation, Barry University Soccer, Christopher Columbus High School Soccer and Florida Power & Light.
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During the St. Jude Memphis Marathon, Chairman Thomas A. Abraham met Jacob, a St. Jude survivor. Their talk about the hospital’s legacy was a heartfelt tribute to those who've made St. Jude the beacon of hope it is today. Celebrating the heroes of St. Jude, past and present.
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At the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, our Chairman's chat with Don Albert, a St. Jude Heroes Ambassador, was truly moving. Running for his nephew Dan, a 20-year pediatric cancer survivor because of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, his story underscores the remarkable impact of St. Jude, and the power of community.
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في حدث ماراثون سانت جود ممفيس، كانت محادثة رئيس مجلس إدارة مؤسسة أنتوني آر أبراهام مع داني ألبرت، سفير سانت جود هيروز، مؤثرة حقًا. فهو يركض لابن أخيه دان، أحد الناجين من سرطان الأطفال منذ 20 عامًا نتيجة دعم مستشفى سانت جود لأبحاث الأطفال، فتؤكد قصته التأثير الملحوظ لسانت جود، وقوة المجتمع.
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“Dear Anthony,
I hope this message finds you well and filled with the same warmth and friendship that has bound us together for over three decades. It's incredible to reflect on the journey we've shared and the remarkable impact you've had on hearts and minds around the world.
Your mission to open hearts and minds, to embrace individuals with intellectual disabilities with compassion and understanding, has created a new chapter of inclusivity and friendship in our world. The Anthony R. Abraham Foundation and its board take immense pride in our enduring support and friendship with you and the incredible organization you founded, Best Buddies.
The name "Best Buddies" itself encapsulates the essence of your message—love conquers all, and by becoming best buddies, we shatter the barriers of discrimination and exclusion. Your dedication and leadership have turned this message into a global movement, one that promotes brotherly love and friendship on an unprecedented scale.
Today, as we celebrate your achievements, we extend our congratulations not only to you, Anthony Shriver, but also to your remarkable team and the countless supporters and volunteers who have made Best Buddies a beacon of hope and unity. We, the board of the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation, look ahead with anticipation, ready to pass on the legacy we've built together to the next generation of board members. They too will carry forward the bond of friendship that has enriched our lives over the years.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your extraordinary journey, for introducing us firsthand to the incredible worth that people with intellectual disabilities bring to our lives. Through your work, we've deepened our understanding of the profound love they share with the world, rooted in a spirit and ambition that resonates with all of us as we navigate this shared journey of life, together in brotherhood and sisterhood, for the love of humanity.
Thanks for inviting us to yet another enlightening event where we had the opportunity to connect with your Best Buddies, hear their inspiring stories, and share laughter and heartfelt appreciation for the challenges they navigate in a world that sometimes misunderstands and discriminates against them due to their intellectual disabilities. As we conclude this latest adventure, we leave with a sense of empowerment, knowing that through love and empathy, we can become advocates for compassion and greater understanding.
In closing, I wish you Godspeed, my dear friend Anthony, as you continue to spread love throughout the world. Your tireless efforts and unwavering commitment serve as an inspiration to us all.
With admiration and the utmost respect for the profound impact you've had on bringing love into our world.”
Thomas A. Abraham
Chairman, Anthony R. Abraham Foundation
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In the heart of the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, our Chairman Thomas A. Abraham witnessed the unwavering dedication of St. Jude volunteers like Priscilla. Special shoutout to her and all the #StJude volunteers for their tireless efforts. Your dedication ensures every child battling cancer receives the support they need. Thank you for being heroes every day.
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Over150 participants gathered for the USA Blind Soccer - Kickoff for Inclusion event in Miami, a collaborative effort by the U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA), the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation, and Miami Lighthouse for the Blind. This event offered a unique opportunity to meet athletes from the first-ever USA Blind Soccer Men’s National Team, enjoy a blind soccer demonstration, and engage in the sport firsthand.
Special thanks to all those who participated and made this possible, including the amazing President & CEO of Miami Lighthouse for the Blind Virginia Jacko; internationally renowned artist Romero Britto; the U.S. Soccer Federation; Barry University Soccer; Christopher Columbus High School Soccer; and Florida Power & Light.
“This pioneering effort reinforces our commitment to the transformative power of sports, creating opportunities, dismantling barriers, and promoting inclusivity for the visually impaired.”
Thomas A. Abraham, Chairman of the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation and Sport Ambassador for USA Blind Soccer
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