He who has never denied himself for the sake of giving, has but glanced at the joys of charity.– Anne Swetchine
Runway Travel Co. makes a difference by contributing to organizations that make the difference. There are several organizations that are near and dear to our hearts. It is our pleasure to support these nonprofits. Travel is a luxury many can’t afford. That’s why it is so important to us to give back.
Gratitude Referral Campaign
Thank you to our clients who referred Runway Travel and booked through us! Runway Travel made a donation in their name to their charity of choice. We appreciate the referral and giving to causes that mattered most to our loyal clients. The organizations included the Rose Elizabeth Foundation, ACLU, Animal Welfare League of Arlington, National Aquarium, Charleston Hope, Rowing Cares, Howard Community College Educational Foundation Board, and Pet Helpers of Charleston.
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Kiva (Microfinance Company)
Kiva is a digital marketplace where individuals can lend as little as $25 to create opportunity for people around the world. More than 1.7 billion people around the world are unbanked and can’t access the financial services they need. Kiva is an international nonprofit, with a mission to expand financial access to help underserved communities thrive. They do this by crowdfunding loans and unlocking capital for the underserved, improving the quality and cost of financial services, and addressing the underlying barriers to financial access around the world. Through Kiva’s work, students can pay for tuition, women can start businesses, farmers are able to invest in equipment and families can afford needed emergency care. Runway Travel is proud to make a monthly donation.
Addi’s Faith Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing hope and support to children fighting against pediatric cancer. With over 175,000 children diagnosed with pediatric cancer each year and only 4% of federal research funding going toward pediatric cancer research, there is a great need for funding to support research into treatments to help find a cure.
Jessica Griscavage – Greater Good Charities
Greater Good Charities donates from feeding shelter pets to providing supplies to veterans in need — Greater Good Charities was born out of a desire to make a real difference. They work with over thousands of charity partners worldwide, and operate several of our own on-the-ground programs to ensure your donation has maximum impact.
Jennifer Waigand – Amnesty International
Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who are committed to preserving human rights worldwide, and creating a future where human rights are enjoyed by everyone and human right violators are held accountable. I truly believe that travel is the most powerful way to break down barriers, promote understanding, empathy, and tolerance, and embrace the richness of diverse cultures.
Mariah Jardine – Alzheimer’s Association
Alzheimer’s is a deteriorating brain disease that is caused by complex brain changes following cell damage. As Alzheimer’s advances, symptoms get more severe and include disorientation, confusion and behavior changes. An estimated 6.7 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia and there currently is no cure for the disease. Even though most people with Alzheimer’s are 65 and older, approximately 200,000 Americans under 65 are living with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Runway Travel is donating to help grow philanthropic support for Alzheimer’s research, which is important for finding new treatments to stop, slow and prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
Jennifer Dennis – American Red Cross
My charity of choice is the American Red Cross because of their unwavering commitment to saving lives and supporting communities in times of crisis. As a universal blood donor, I’m passionate about giving back by donating blood frequently, knowing it can make a life-saving difference for those in need. Beyond their vital role in maintaining the nation’s blood supply, the Red Cross provides critical relief and recovery efforts during major disasters, offering hope and support when people need it most. Their mission aligns with my values of care, compassion, and community, making them a cause I’m proud to champion.
Rachel Amatuzzi – Trust for Public Land
The Trust for Public Land creates parks and protects public land where it’s needed most so that everyone will have access to the benefits and joys of the outdoors for generations to come. Since 1972, they have protected 4 million acres of land and connected almost 10 million people to outdoor space.
Samantha Treeful – Lisasladsandlasses
In 2019, 48-year-old Lisa Scibilia, a wife and mother of three from Massachusetts, began experiencing persistent shortness of breath and a cough. Within a month, she was diagnosed with Stage IV non-small cell lung cancer caused by an ALK+ gene mutation.
Lisa’s Lads & Lasses was founded by local friends to support Lisa and others affected by ALK+ cancer. ALK Positive, Inc., a patient-led organization, works to improve life expectancy and quality of life for ALK+ patients by funding research, clinical trials, and patient education. Thanks to research, the current median survival rate has increased to 6.8 years. However, more research is vital for Lisa and other ALK+ patients to have a future.