Turning Point
Turning Point is an inspiring series of stories about everyday, ordinary people who are achieving truly extraordinary things with their lives. Each episode explores the significant, personal and often very moving "turning points" that transformed them into remarkable social entrepreneurs who are having an astonishing impact on other people's lives.
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Season 1
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E1
Clarks & Eagle Eyes
Meet Scott and Mary Beth Clark and their 21 adopted children, and Dr. James Gips, whose Eagle Eyes technology is transforming the lives of severely disabled children.
Mar 28, 2011 -
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E2
Fullmer Bros. Boxing Gym & The Erin Kimball Foundation
Three brothers keep young men off the streets and out of gangs; Sue and Don Kimball offer support for women and children trying to escape domestic violence and abuse.
Oct 2, 2011 -
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E10
Intermountain Therapy Animals
Volunteers at Intermountain Therapy Animals help uplift patients emotionally and physically.
Jan 2, 2012 -
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E11
Whitney Elementary
The principal at Whitney Elementary School finds her purpose in providing support to the community.
Jan 9, 2012 -
12
E12
Circus Project
The Circus Project helps homeless and at-risk youth through learning circus skills.
Jan 23, 2012 -
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E13
LILY's Morningside Village
Volunteers at LILY’s Morningside Village in Manhattan assist the seniors in their community.
Jan 30, 2012 -
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E14
Heart2Home
Heart 2 Home renovates homes to make them more accessible for those with disabilities.
Feb 6, 2012 -
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E15
Archi's Acres
Archi’s Acres assists veterans in their transition to private sector life with agriculture training
Feb 13, 2012 -
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E16
Out 2 Play
The Out 2 Play foundation transforms deteriorated schoolyards at elementary schools in New York.
Feb 20, 2012 -
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E17
Have Justice, Will Travel
Have Justice Will Travel provides free legal services for victims of domestic violence.
Mar 19, 2012 -
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E18
Musicians on Call
Musicians on Call brings joy to patients across New York City hospitals through the power of music.
Mar 5, 2012 -
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E19
BAADS
BAADS uses sailing to instill confidence and teach helpful life skills to those with disabilities.
Mar 12, 2012 -
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E20
The Gentle Barn
The Gentle Barn rescues severely abused animals and creates powerful connections with at-risk youth
Feb 27, 2012 -
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E21
Homeboy Industries
Homeboy Industries supports ex-gang members and offers them a second chance at life.
Mar 26, 2012 -
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E22
Diveheart
Diveheart uses scuba diving to build confidence and self esteem for those with disabilities.
Apr 2, 2012 -
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E23
Angel Flight West
Angel Flight West provides free air travel by volunteer pilots for sick children and people in need.
Apr 9, 2012 -
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E24
Operation Finally Home
Operation Finally Home builds custom homes for wounded veterans and their families.
Apr 16, 2012 -
25
E25
Domus
DOMUS helps at-risk youth reach their full potential through the power of education.
Apr 23, 2012 -
26
E26
Wasatch Adaptive Sports
Wasatch Adaptive Sports makes skiing accessible for people with special needs.
Apr 30, 2012 -
27
E27
Intersect Fund
Founders of the Intersect Fund use their nonprofit to help community members build small businesses
Jul 9, 2012 -
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E28
The Bread Lady
“The Bread Lady” has provided free food across Salt Lake City to those in need for over 20 years.
May 14, 2012 -
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E29
Sweet Beginnings
Sweet Beginnings trains and hires previously incarcerated men and women in Chicago.
May 21, 2012 -
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E30
South Shore Drill Team
The South Shore Drill Team of Chicago provides a creative outlet for inner-city youth.
May 28, 2012 -
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E31
Phoenix Multisport
Phoenix Multisports provides a community for recovering addicts to heal through the power of sports
Aug 6, 2012 -
32
E32
Eagle Eyes
Eagle Eyes develops technology that provides engagement for children with severe disabilities.
Jun 4, 2012 -
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E33
Erin Kimball Foundation
The Erin Kimball Foundation offers multiple resources for victims of domestic abuse to start over.
Jun 11, 2012 -
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E34
Adopt a Native Elder
The Adopt a Native Elder program connects Navajo elders with sponsors to aid their aging community.
Jun 18, 2012 -
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E35
Free Wheelchair Mission
Free Wheelchair Mission supplies free wheelchairs for those in need around the globe.
Apr 8, 2012 -
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E36
Dogwood Restaurant
Galen Sampson provides individuals the opportunity to start a new life with his restaurant, Dogwood
Oct 29, 2012 -
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E37
Thistle Farms
Natural bath and body care company Thistle Farms offers women in recovery a second chance at life.
Dec 6, 2012 -
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E38
San Pasqual Academy
San Pasqual Academy provides hope to youth in the foster care system of San Diego.
Oct 17, 2012 -
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E39
Sister Tesa
Hour Children helps mothers in the New York Prison system be reconnected with their children.
Sep 10, 2012 -
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E40
Global Medical Relief Fund
Global Medical Relief Fund helps children around the world receive critical medical attention.
Oct 10, 2012 -
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E41
The Clarks
The Clarks adopt children from broken homes across the globe in need of a better life.
Dec 13, 2012 -
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E42
Fullmer Bros. Boxing Gym
The Fullmer Brothers Boxing Gym provides young men the ability to overcome their troubled pasts.
Dec 13, 2012 -
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E43
First Descents
First Descents helps young cancer patients reclaim their lives through thrilling outdoor adventures
Dec 20, 2012 -
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E44
Harmony Project
The Harmony Project gives the underserved youth of Los Angeles a free, high quality music education
Oct 24, 2012 -
45
E45
Godparents for Youth
Godparents Youth Organization allows inner-city youth the chance to travel across the country.
Dec 21, 2012 -
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E46
Street Soccer
Street Soccer USA uses soccer as a development tool for homeless youth.
Dec 27, 2012 -
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E47
Echo Clinic
Volunteers at the Echo Clinic in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, provide free healthcare to those in need
Sep 24, 2012 -
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E48
Car Santa
Cars 4 Heroes fixes and donates cars to those in need in Kansas City, Missouri.
Dec 20, 2012 -
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E49
Farm Rescue
Farm Rescue plants and harvests for farm families struggling with an unexpected crisis.
Jun 17, 2012