383,282 Hearing Instruments Distributed Worldwide
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Hearing Facts
Hundreds of millions of people worldwide have moderate to profound hearing loss in both ears.
People with untreated hearing loss can suffer from depression, isolation and withdrawal.
Children with hearing loss have difficulty learning and gaining the self-esteem to succeed in school and life.
News and Events
Every mission brings new stories and new lives touched by the gift of hearing. Check back often for the latest headlines and see how your generous gifts continue to make a real difference here and around the world.
Steve Nash, Jason Richardson, Matt Barnes,Alando Tucker and Bill Austin
Phoenix Suns, NBA Cares & SHF Team Up
March 31, 2009 – Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Phoenix Suns players, the SHF mission group and sponsor Discount Tire came away victorious in bringing the Gift of Hearing to grateful Arizona children and their families. Two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash joined teammates, Jason Richardson, Matt Barnes and Alando Tucker, along with former Suns players Mark West, Tom Chambers and retired Harlem Globetrotter, Meadowlark Lemon to witness and encourage the hearing recipients as they were fitted with digital hearing instruments. Together, with sponsor Discount Tire, they helped the SHF hearing mission team demonstrate our joint commitment to community through improved hearing.
Number of Hearing Instruments Distributed: 200
Yashi Rice and fans
Tampa Hearing Mission
May 4, 2009 – Tampa, Florida, United States
Local Tampa celebrities, Pop/R&B sensation Yashi Rice, Bob Buckhorn, political contributor for Bay News 9 and Al Austin joined Bill Austin to lead his team of foundation staff, local volunteers and sponsors to bring the Gift of Hearing to 100 Floridians in need. A La Carte Event Pavilion provided an incredible venue for the event and food for staff and participants. Sponsor representatives from Publix Super Markets Charities were also on hand to witness and encourage the children as they were fitted with their new digital hearing aids.
Number of Hearing Instruments Distributed: 200
Chuck Wicks and fans
SHF Goes Country at CMA Music Festival
June 14, 2009 – Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Hearing Angels helped spread the gift of hearing at the Country Music Association’s Music Festival in Nashville, Tenn. The mission team was supported by CMA CEO Tammy Genovese, sponsors Big Machine Records and Music City Merchandise, with an impressive list of recording artists and celebrities, including country artist, Chuck Wicks.
Number of Hearing Instruments Distributed: Over 200