MAKING A DIFFERENCE
We do our best work when we improve things for others
Some of the causes and nonprofits where we choose to invest our time, energy, and voices are listed below. We will continue to expand upon this page as the team grows and our ability to support causes expands accordingly.
STEAM and Education
Education is a critical success factor to achieving our personal career goals around the world, and STEAM-oriented education programs enable kids to apply critical thinking skills while developing life skills and and passions that will serve them – and society – throughout their lives.
The Movie Institute
The Movie Institute works with kids ages 10 and up to train them on life skills through the art of motion media.
Whether they are interested in stop motion animation, screenwriting, cinematography, SFX, makeup, or another specialty, mentors who work in the industry provide guidance while the kids work together to create movie magic.
FIRST Lego League
FIRST Lego League is an international organization that introduces kids in elementary, middle, and high school to the full scope of STEAM through robotics.
FLL is structured in a way to teach kids about teamwork and values such as “coopertition,” which goes to the heart of being a good sport. The organization is a great co-ed experience and provides a strong volunteer experience for coaches, judges, and more.
What Should we Add?
With many education and STEAM nonprofits struggling as funding models change, the teams at Avail Inspiration are evaluating to determine what other named organization we will feature and support here.
We anticipate making this selection in late 2025 for implementation in 2026.
Being Kind to One Another
We know it’s not politically preferred in the current climate to say out loud that we’re into support for LGBTQ+ communities, DEI, or other organizations that support across marginalized groups to try to attain greater equity, equality, inclusion, and social justice in the U.S. But we believe in these ideals…
Human Rights Campaign
The Human Rights Campaign’s goal is to ensure that all LGBTQ+ people, and particularly those who are trans, people of color and HIV+, are treated as full and equal citizens across the country and around the world.
We appreciate their research and their workplace equity and equality efforts, as people should feel safe at work. We also applaud their work for quality in voting rights.
American Civil Liberties Union
The ACLU has been in existence for more than 100 years, with a goal to push all Americans towards the ideals of the Constitution. To achieve a more perfect union, we must look beyond “one person, party, or side.”
With that in mind, the ACLU defends civil rights for everyone, knowing that restrictions for some limits the freedom for all. This means they cover a vast set of issues 24/7 on behalf of everyone.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. They provide 24/7 free and confidential crisis counseling through phone, text, and chat.
Additionally, they offer a safe online community, resources, research and advocacy to support the mental well-being of LGBTQ+ youth. Their info is great for parents and allies too.