Starkey Hearing Foundation
Millions of children suffer from hearing loss. Each child that receives the gift of hearing is another individual who can grow, prosper, and contribute to making our world a better place. We are committed to improving the hearing lives of people, one child, one mission at a time.
It is truly your generosity that makes this possible. Since 2000, Starkey Hearing Foundation has donated more than 383,282 hearing instruments with people in need across the globe. From the United States, to Asia, to Africa…our Hearing Angels are spreading love and joy through the gift of hearing and bringing smiles to the faces of tomorrow.
Thanks to Hearing Angel Efforts:
- More than 383,282 hearing instruments given worldwide
- More than $35 Million donated
- Hundreds of missions have been taken across the globe
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Mozambique, Africa — 2008
Africa
47,528 hearing instruments provided
Our work in Africa has just begun. With your help, we can do even more. To date, the Foundation has traveled to Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Somalia, Sudan, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, West Africa, Zaire, Zimbabwe and Ivory Coast.
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Kathmandu, Nepal — 2008
Asia
44,136 hearing instruments provided
Hearing Angels have forged many new friendships while giving the gift of hearing in countries such as Bangladesh, Singapore, China, Nepal, Taiwan, Vietnam and India. To date, the Foundation has traveled to Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Bohol, Marshall Islands, Vietnam and Korea.
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Europe & Middle East
25,926 hearing instruments provided
This area has a diverse range of cultures, languages and environment. But, all countries share the need for hearing assistance and education. To date, the Foundation has traveled to Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, England, Germany, Israel, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine, Kosovo and Moldova.
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San Juan, Puerto Rico — 2008
Central America & Caribbean
39,286 hearing instruments provided
Many people see the beautiful beaches and drink luscious drinks while vacationing in this area. What many don’t see is the enormous need for hearing assistance that exists. To date, the Foundation has traveled to Antigua, Belize, Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Granada, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico, St. Lucia, Guatemala and Trinidad.
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Toluca, Mexico — 2009
Mexico
84,015 hearing instruments provided
There is a tremendous need for hearing impairment assistance south of our border. With the proximity Mexico offers, there is great opportunity to help. To date, the Foundation has traveled to Guadalajara, Delicias, Monterrey, Hermosillo, Tampico, Cuidad Victoria, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Puerto Vallarta, Morelia and Mexico City.
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South America
26,675 hearing instruments provided
From its Northern borders to its Southern tip, the need for hearing instruments and education is everywhere we look in South America. To date, the Foundation has traveled to Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, British Guyana, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru and Venezuela.
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Phoenix, Arizona — 2009
United States
115,716 hearing instruments provided
Hearing loss affects one in ten people in the U.S. – approximately 34 million Americans. With hearing impairment affecting one in twelve 30-year-olds and one in eight 50-year-olds, the Foundation continues to have much work to do at home.
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