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Awareness Ribbons
Awareness ribbons are short pieces of ribbon folded into a loop, or representations of such, which are used in the United States, Canada, Australia, UK and other parts of the world as a way for the wearer to make a subtle statement of support for a cause or issue.The meaning behind the awareness ribbon depends on its color. Many groups have adopted ribbons as symbols of support or awareness, and as a result, many causes often share each color. Some causes may also be represented by more than one color. Red or teal may represent substance abuse, and purple or white may represent Alzheimer's disease.
Awareness ribbons are frequently pinned to clothing or tied around objects such as car antennas. When a more pronounced statement is being made, larger ribbons may be tied around objects such as trees and poles. Representations of awareness ribbons may also take the form of stickers, bumper stickers or magnets and are frequently affixed to vehicles.
Source: Wikipedia
For those who support Many Causes
Support your Cause!
Ribbons for Causes Light T-Shirt
The shirt reads: "Colors for every cause. Causes for every cure!" This design pays tribute to those who are fighting the good fight on many levels for hope, for a cure, for a solution, for an ending.
Light T-Shirt
Price: 21.99 
Ribbons for Causes Women's Dark T-Shirt
The shirt reads: "Colors for every cause. Causes for every cure!" This design pays tribute to those who are fighting the good fight on many levels for hope, for a cure, for a solution, for an ending.
Women's Dark T-Shirt
Price: 27.99
Rainbow of Ribbons Women's Cap Sleeve T-Shirt
A rainbow's image brings a peace of mind after a storm, and these colorful ribbons bring peace and hope for the many storms we face in our lives.
Women's Cap Sleeve T-Shirt
Price: 22.99
You Can't Get Blood From a Turnip!
source: the American Red Cross
We all expect blood to be there for us, but barely a fraction of those who can give do. Yet sooner or later, virtually all of us will face a time of great vulnerability in which we will need blood. And that time is all too often unexpected.From its beginning, the American Red Cross has formed a community of service, of generous, strong and decent people bound by beliefs beyond themselves. The honor, spirit and resources of the American people comes forth with neighbors helping neighbors in need - during earthquakes, floods, fires, storms - and also for the deeply personal and often quiet disasters that require a gift of blood.
To find out where you can donate, visit www.givelife.org or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543). If you live out of the U.S., please contact your local organization.
Want to know if you're able to give blood? Review the donor eligibility guidelines
If you have never donated blood before, here are some information videos about it. Just remember, when you donate blood, you are giving life!
Blood Donation Process
What to expect after donating blood
Got Blood?
Life's energy source
TEAM: Young Blood Light T-Shirt
Teens and young adults who donate blood rock, and they should take pride in their contribution of life to their community and can do so in style with this cool shirt!
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DONATOR Ringer T
Being a blood or organ donor is a special cause and you can share the news of this cause with this TERMINATOR inspired shirt design.
Price: 21.99
Are you my Type? O- Dark T-Shirt
Here's a cute shirt design that is ideal for everyone who has a blood type! Different designs are available for each blood type.
Price: 26.99
Blood Donor Women's T-Shirt
Are you a Blood Donor? Want to tell everyone so but in a different way? Show your pride in giving blood with this cool design. Available on t-shirts, women's apparel, dark clothing, and more.
Price: 23.99
ASL Blood Donor Baseball Jersey
Are you a Blood Donor? Want to tell everyone so but in a different way? Show your pride in giving blood with this cool sign language design. Available on t-shirts, women's apparel, and more.
Price: 25.99
got blood? Light T-Shirt
Give the gift of life and promote blood donation with the "got blood? donate today" design!
Price: 16.99
Cancer: the Not So Silent Killer
source: American Cancer Society / photo: Linda Bartlett
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and has more than 3,400 local offices. They are dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service. With more than two million volunteers nationwide, the American Cancer Society is one of the oldest and largest voluntary health agencies in the United States.The aim of the Society's research program is to determine the causes of cancer and to support efforts to prevent and cure the disease. The American Cancer Society is the largest source of private, nonprofit cancer research funds in the United States, second only to the federal government in total dollars spent.
The Society offers programs to help educate the public about cancer risks, early detection methods, and prevention. Knowing the facts about cancer can save lives. What you eat and drink, how you live, where you work . . . all these factors can affect your risk for cancer.
Primary cancer prevention means taking the necessary precautions to prevent the occurrence of cancer. Prevention programs are designed to help adults and children make healthy lifestyle choices that continue throughout life.
To learn more about this organization, their various programs or to find out ways that you can help in fighting the life taking disease of cancer, please visit the American Cancer Society official site.
Cancer Awareness
Think Pink! Jr. Jersey T-Shirt
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is in October, but this message is one that can be spread any time of the year. A graceful and artistic design of a woman's profile with a pink ribbon and the words "Think Pink". For every shirt that is sold $1.00 will be donated to the American Cancer Society!
Price: 25.99
Remission Rocks Fitted T-Shirt
Remission rocks with rockin' electric guitar design for the cancer survivor! Great design for celebrating cancer survivorship!
Price: 18.99
Beautiful Survivor Women's Plus Size Scoop Neck T-
Beautiful fairy for the beautiful (and brave) cancer survivor. Makes a heart-warming gift to those you love who have battled cancer. "Beautiful cancer survivor" in fairy green and black.
Price: 29.99
Cheek to Cheek Women's Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Cheek to Cheek with brown ribbon for colon cancer awareness and the colorectal cancer survivor survivor.
Price: 22.99
Are we there yet? Women's Light T-Shirt
Are we there yet? with pink ribbon to remind people that we still have not found the cure for breast cancer. Perfect shirt for the breast cancer survivor and/or breast cancer advocate.
Price: 16.99
Cancer Free Women's V-Neck T-Shirt
Cancer-free. For everyone who has battled against cancer and is in remission or has totally beaten the disease.
Price: 19.99
Warrior Princess Women's Cap Sleeve T-Shirt
Warrior Princess- caption in pink camouflage in stencil style with a pink ribbon. A great t-shirt design for any warrior princess fighting the good fight against breast cancer.
Price: 23.99
Breast Cancer Survivor Women's Dark T-Shirt
Are you a breast cancer survivor or know someone who is? Then this is the perfect design for you. Stand out as a cancer survivor with this great design.
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Bald is Beautiful Women's Dark T-Shirt
Bald is beautiful in hot pink on black tee shirt.
Price: 24.99
Remission: Possible Baseball Jersey
Cancer is an ugly enemy, but with a positive attitude, strong family and friend support and the modern miracle of medicine, Remission: Possible!
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Organ Donation...Life Donation!
source: U.S.Department of Health and Human Services Secretary's Organ Donation Initiative
Organ Donation, while a wonderful part of modern medicine, is sometimes misunderstood. Each day, about 77 people receive organ transplants. However, 18 people die each day waiting for transplants that can't take place because of the shortage of donated organs. The number of people needing a transplant continues to rise faster than the number of donors.About 3,700 transplant candidates are added to the national waiting list each month. There are now more than 92,000 people on the waiting list. Experts suggest that each of us could save or help as many as 50 people by being an organ and tissue donor.
There are no age limits on who can donate. Newborns as well as senior citizens have been organ donors. If you are under age 18, you must have a parent's or guardian's consent. If you are 18 years or older, you can show you want to be an organ and tissue donor by signing a donor card. Carry the card in your wallet. In some states, you can state your intent to be an organ donor on your driver's license. Even if you sign a donor card and/or state your intent on your driver's license, make sure your family knows your wishes! Your family may be asked to sign a consent form in order for your donation to occur. You may also want to tell your family health care provider, lawyer, and your religious leader that you would like to be a donor.
What organs and tissues can I donate?
Kidney
Heart
Liver
Lung
Pancreas
Intestines
Cornea
Skin
Bone
Bone marrow
For more information about organ donation and how to become an organ donor please visit OrganDonor.gov's official site. For those outside the U.S. please visit livingdonorsonline for links to international organizations. And remember, you can't take it with you!
Hey Buddy, can you spare an Organ?
Organ Donor Organic Cotton Tee
Help spread the word of this important cause and life giving event...organ donation. You can't take it with you.
Price: 26.99
Organ Recipient Kids Light T-Shirt
Organ recipients have a great reason to celebrate life and being an organ donor allows this to happen.
Price: 19.99
Organ Donor Ribbon Dark T-Shirt
Are you an organ donor or know someone who is? Then this is the perfect design for you. Complete with green ribbon and "I Love You" hand/sign language symbol.
Price: 24.99
Peace Love Life Women's Plus Size V-Neck T-Shirt
Peace. Love. Life. Three giving life silhouettes in a row, a Peace sign in soft blue, a Love Heart pink, and a Butterfly symbol in green with the words Be a Hero. Be an Organ Donor.
Price: 32.99
Organ Donation. A gift for li Kids T-Shirt
Organ Donation. A gift for life. Organ Donation: Thousands wait for the gift of life. Be a Hero. Be an Organ Donor.
Price: 23.99
Two Butterflies Are One Long Sleeve T-Shirt
"Two Lives Intertwined By A Miracle. Be A Hero. Be An Organ Donor." Beautiful pink and green butterfly intertwined to become one and bring awareness beauty of life and importance of organ donation.
Price: 28.99
Liver Giver Jr. Raglan
Recipients of a liver can wear this design with pride as they share the great news that Organ Donation Saves Lives! Give the Gift of Life!
Price: 18.99
Lupus: One Disease with Many Targets
source: Lupis Foundation of America
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, heart, lungs, blood, kidneys and brain. Normally the body's immune system makes proteins called antibodies, to protect the body against viruses, bacteria, and other foreign materials. These foreign materials are called antigens.In an autoimmune disorder like lupus, the immune system cannot tell the difference between foreign substances and its own cells and tissues. The immune system then makes antibodies directed against itself. These antibodies -- called "auto-antibodies" (auto means 'self') -- cause inflammation, pain and damage in various parts of the body.
Inflammation is considered the primary feature of lupus. Inflammation, which in Latin means "set on fire," is characterized by pain, heat, redness, swelling and loss of function, either on the inside or on the outside of the body (or both).
For most people, lupus is a mild disease affecting only a few organs. For others, it may cause serious and even life-threatening problems. Although epidemiological data on lupus is limited, studies suggest that more than 16,000 Americans develop lupus each year.
The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) estimates between 1.5 - 2 million Americans have a form of lupus, but the actual number may be higher. More than 90 percent of people with lupus are women. Symptoms and diagnosis occur most often when women are in their child-bearing years, between the ages of 15 and 45.
In the United States, lupus is more common in African Americans, Latinos, Asians, and Native Americans than in Caucasians.
For more information please visit Lupus Foundation of America's official site.
Shedding Light on Lupus
Bad Flare Day Ash Grey T-Shirt
For those that have Lupus, IBS, Cancer, Arthritis, Endo, you can relate to what a "flare" is and what it feels like, This product can reflect your pain mood level and make others aware of how you feel.
Price: 25.99
What's Your Excuse? Jr. Jersey T-Shirt
Do you have someone that just don't understand "why" your house is a bit messy? This design is perfect for putting that snobby visitor in her place.
Price: 26.99
Cure Lupus NOW Baseball Jersey
The message on this design is pretty stright and to the point!
Price: 24.99
Lupus Butterfly Loop Kids Light T-Shirt
Price: 21.99
Disability gives them a Special Ability!
source: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Today, there are more than 54 million Americans living with a disability, representing a full 20 percent of the U.S. population. Almost half of these individuals have a severe disability affecting their ability to see, hear, walk or perform other basic functions of life. In addition, there are more than 25 million family caregivers and millions more who provide aid and assistance to people with disabilities.On February 1, 2001, as part of a nationwide effort to remove barriers to community living for people with disabilities, President Bush announced the New Freedom Initiative. This is a comprehensive plan that represents an important step in working to ensure that all Americans have the opportunity to learn and develop skills, engage in productive work, make choices about their daily lives and participate fully in community life. The Initiative's goals are to:
-Increase access to assistive and universally designed technologies;
-Expand educational opportunities;
-Promote homeownership;
-Integrate Americans with disabilities into the workforce;
-Expand transportation options; and
-Promote full access to community life.
Although progress has been made over the years to improve access to employment, public accommodations, commercial facilities, information technology, telecommunications services, housing, schools, and polling places, significant challenges remain for Americans with disabilities in realizing the dream of equal access to full participation in American society.
For more information about the New Freedom Initiative please visit www.hhs.gov and remember, disability does not mean no ability!
Disabilities Doesn't Mean "No" Abilities!
Disability No Limits Yellow T-Shirt
"Disability poses no limits to success" - Motivational, optimistic t-shirts and gifts for disabled persons or disability advocates.
Price: 18.99
Disability Power Women's V-Neck Dark T-Shirt
Disability power: wheelchair racing is faster than running! Disabled means differently-abled. With this design you can show people that you are turning your disability into a strength!
Price: 25.99
I love basketball Kids Light T-Shirt
Design for disabled kids or young boys who love basketball!
Price: 23.99
Disabled Children Light T-Shirt
Disability awareness and children's rights slogan: "Help disabled children reach their potential"
Price: 19.99
Disabled = Differently-abled Women's Plus Size V-N
Do you stand for disability rights? Check out this disability awareness t-shirts and gifts: "Disabled means differently-abled". Physically challenged people develop different skills to compensate for their impairment.
Price: 31.99
Stay Green and Show your Support!
It's in the Bag!
Ribbons For Causes Tote Bag
This design pays tribute to those who are fighting the good fight on many levels for hope, for a cure, for a solution, for an ending.
Price: 17.99
Organ Recipient Tote Bag
Organ recipients have a great reason to celebrate life and being an organ donor allows this to happen.
Price: 17.99
Organ Donor Tote Bag
Help spread the word of this important cause and life giving event...organ donation. You can't take it with you.
Price: 17.99
Pink Ribbon Pom Pom Tote Bag
The perfectly heaven sent way to raise awareness for breast cancer. Complete with angel wings, halo, and of course, a pink ribbon.
Price: 19.99
Sunflower Focus on Living Tote Bag
Vibrant flower designs on tote bags and messenger bags. The message reminds us to focus on living. Made from original watercolor paintings.
Price: 16.99
Poppy Focus on Living Tote Bag
Vibrant flower designs on tote bags and messenger bags. The message reminds us to focus on living. Made from original watercolor paintings.
Price: 16.99
Breast Cancer Survivor Tote Bag
You have been on one of the adventures that life brings you and you need to tell everyone that you survived! You are a Breast Cancer Survivor and you have outlived and out lasted it all!
Price: 19.99
Warrior Princess Tote Bag
Warrior Princess- caption in pink camouflage in stencil style with a pink ribbon
Price: 16.99
Give of Yourself Tote Bag
"Want to help others? Give of yourself. Be A Hero. Be An Organ Donor." People hand-in-hand with each other and an green awareness ribbon.
Price: 20.99
Other Great Items to Bring Awareness to Great Causes!
Ribbons For Causes Mousepad
Keep your mouse rolling in style on our durable cloth top mousepad. A great gift for geeks, gamers, or anyone with a computer. Rubber backing prevents the mousepad from sliding. Machine washable.
Price: 13.99
Ribbons For Causes Throw Pillow
Add stylish fun to any room with our roomy Throw Pillow. It measures a sprawling 18" X 18" with an 11" X 11" image area so you can lounge in comfort. It's made of ultra-soft brushed twill with a sturdy canvas image area. Ships with pillow insert. Removable zippered cover for easy laundering.
Price: 18.99
Ribbons for Causes 2.25" Button
Express yourself! Pin on our attention-grabbing buttons. It's a great way to wear and share what's on your mind. Add them to a fun banner or fabric for a unique decorating twist. Also available in a smaller size and also in 10 and 100 packs! Magnets are also available!
Price: 4.99
Ribbons for Causes Journal
Scribble important stuff - lyrics, recipes, addresses, and more. Our Wire-O bound, 160 page journal has your choice of papers and measures 5" x 8", a handy on-the-go size to fit in your backpack.
Price: 12.49
Ribbons For Causes Wall Calendar
Keeping track of important dates on your calendar is easy when you can view 12 months of inspiring images that reflect your personal interests. Our high-quality calendar is printed on thick 100lb cover weight paper and adds impact to any room.
Price: 19.99
Reader Feedback
ina_mar wrote...
Great causes and great lens! Thanks for taking the time to collect all those causes and slogans!
Posted August 19, 2008
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Hey, this is a great lens! Lots of good information and articles, nicely done!
Posted August 15, 2008
AkJeff wrote...
Thanks for pulling together all these resources about different causes.
Posted August 15, 2008
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Thumbs up for a fabulous lens!
Posted August 15, 2008
Don't Call Me Special: A First Look at Disability
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Blood Donors and the Supply of Blood and Blood Products
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Giving Life, Inspirational Stories of Hope for Organ Donors and Recipients
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Some Hearts Have Wings: A True Story of one family's Gift of Life
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Chicken Soup for the Surviving Soul: 101 Healing Stories About Those Who Have Survived Cancer
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Thriving After Breast Cancer: Essential Healing Exercises for Body and Mind
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Hey, I Didn't Sign Up for This! A personal story of living with and surviving lymphoma and breast cancer
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Man to Man: Surviving Prostate Cancer
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Healing Children's Grief: Surviving a Parent's Death from Cancer
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