NatGeo Images of Refugee Youth

Image Source:  nationalgeographic.com

Reknown for their powerful images, the National Geographic recently posted a photographic essay called, "Eyes of Refugee Children."  A powerful collection of images, photographer Muhammed Muheisen begs us to consider a compassionate and immediate call to action for this generation of caught in the refugee crisis.  Read more

Calling Social​ Innovators 

The Blossom Hill Foundation launched our inaugural social entrepreneur fellowship last month.  This is an incredible opportunity for youth social entrepreneurs to receive $10,000 to carry out an idea aimed to positively impact war-affected Middle Eastern communities – either in-country or displaced due to conflict – by developing a project, program or product for social good.

Applications are currently being accepted. Click here to learn more about eligibility and to download the application.   ​

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Rye Views Profile

Last November, Rye Middle School students spearheaded a fundraiser and art show to benefit the Blossom Hill Foundation and more specifically Syrian refugees.  Rye TV's public access program Rye Views featured the students and their inspiring teacher in this recent profile, which you can view here. 

Thank you again to the students and leadership of Rye Middle School for their generosity and commitment to making a difference!

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