I'd Rather Be Respected Than Loved.

Philanthropy Is Activism.

Oprah Winfrey's Global Influence Is Unparalleled. Not Only Has Her Generosity And Firm Belief That Education Is The Key To A Better Life Benefited Countless Women And Children Around The World, But Her Example Has Also Inspired Millions Of People To Give Back In Ways Big And Small.

Collecting Is More Than Just Buying Objects.

Public Education Is The Key Civil Rights Issue Of The 21st Century. Our Nation's Knowledge-based Economy Demands That We Provide Young People From All Backgrounds And Circumstances With The Education And Skills Necessary To Become Knowledge Workers. If We Don't, We Run The Risk Of Creating An Even Larger Gap Between The Middle Class And The Poor. This Gap Threatens Our Democracy, Our Society And The Economic Future Of America.

School District Policies And Practices Have Not Kept Pace With Student And Teacher Needs.