Tag: Nonprofit

Something Different by Eric in Bryn Mawr provides an outlet for those with disabilities!

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Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania – Something different from Eric is more than just a store. It is a place where people with disabilities can learn, work, find independence and grow. The place opened in 2015, when Bernadette Wheeler and her husband decided to create something they could name their son Eric. Born with Down syndrome, Eric is now 30 years old and is the inspiration behind Something Different By Eric. Inside, you’ll find unique gift ideas featuring everything from sports memorabilia to items for dog and cat lovers. They try to…

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Wood Dale, Illinois nonprofit EarthPaint makes difference to people with disabilities, helps environment!

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Wooddale, Illinois – Chris McCarthy has been in the paint business for over 20 years. He’s always been annoyed with the thousands of gallons of paint being dumped as waste, as it will eventually pollute the environment. In 2013, McCarthy founded a non-profit company called EarthPaint, located in Wood Dale, Illinois. The company collects old paints, which are then recycled and made into a quality product that is used by both homeowners and professionals alike. Since its opening, EarthPaint has recycled more than 70 million pounds of paint, diverting more…

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