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Boys Hope Girls Hope helps academically capable and motivated children-in-need to meet their full potential and become men and women for others by providing value-centered, family-like environments, opportunities and education through college. This page is for the International Office. In the United States Boys Hope Girls Hope has 14 independent Affiliates operating in Baltimore, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Northeast Ohio, New Orleans, New York, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Southern California, and St. Louis. Internationally, we have two Affiliates operating in Guatemala and Mexico.

Charity for Change brings children together to see past their differences and work together for others in need to prevent bullying and violence and instill empathy and a giving spirit.

Mcity, the autonomous vehicle research center on the University of Michigan campus.Mcity is the only advanced mobility R&D center that combines early-stage research, testing in a real-world environment, and on-road vehicle deployments to further prove new technologies.

Illumina is a leading company in the field of genomics, specializing in tools and services for analyzing genetic material with applications in life sciences and clinical laboratories. Founded in 1998 in San Diego, California, by David R. Walt, Satnam Alag, Larry Bock, and John Stuelpnagel, Illumina primarily generates its revenue from sequencing instruments, consumables, and associated services, accounting for over 90% of its sales. The company’s high-throughput technology facilitates whole genome sequencing in humans and other organisms, while its lower throughput tools are designed for specific applications such as viral and cancer tumor screening. Additionally, Illumina offers microarrays for cost-effective genetic screening, which are used mainly in consumer and agricultural contexts. Through initiatives like Illumina Accelerator, the company fosters innovation by supporting startups with mentorship and access to essential resources, thereby contributing to advancements in personalized medicine and improving human health.