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Nigel Barker

Nigel Barker, renowned fashion photographer, author, and judge on the reality show "America's Next Top Model," has volunteered in Tanzania and has seen first hand the difficulties for African girls.  Nigel spoke with SHARE founder Shannon McNamara in Washington, D.C. at the U.N. Girl Up Pep Rally on January 12, 2011. He was very interested in hearing about SHARE's work in the East African country. 

Landon Donovan, Captain LA Galaxy, and Juan Pablo, Captain, NY Red Bulls

The Red Bull Arena lit up on the night of August 14, 2010, in front of a sold out crowd of 25,000 fans for the New York Red Bulls vs. Los Angeles Galaxy match.  SHARE founder Shannon McNamara had the honor of doing the official coin toss to start the game. Shannon was also introduced to Landon Donovan, Captain of the L.A. Galaxy, and Juan Pablo, Captain of the N.Y. Red Bulls.

The SHARE video presented at half-time detailed SHARE's mission to deliver a more promising future to less fortunate children in Africa. It was an amazing evening.

Senator Robert Menendez

SHARE founder, Shannon McNamara, had the opportunity to visit with U.S. Senator Robert Menendez in his office on Capitol Hill.  Senator Menendez was very impressed with SHARE's accomplishments.

Steve Adubato

Steve Adubato invited SHARE founder Shannon McNamara to be a guest on his television program, One-on One.

One-on-One with Steve Adubato news program features SHARE, 2011

One-on-One with four-time Emmy Award-winning anchor Steve Adubato gives insight into today's world. One-on-One discusses compelling, real life stories and features political leaders, CEOs, television personalities, professors, artists and educational innovators who each share their experiences and accomplishments.  

Michelle Kwan

Michelle Kwan spoke with SHARE founder, Shannon McNamara, and U.N. Girl Up Teen Advisors Jenna Bailey, Olivia Layton, and Bridget Duru, at a reception celebrating the 100th Anniversary of International Women's Day at the White House on March 8, 2011.