The impact of even relatively modest grants in Mongolia can be huge.

Being there really sealed for me the fact that the world needs to hold onto the culture they have. It is so transporting. It just takes you out of the place where you've been and into a completely new area.

Our board over there now boasts three ambassadors, of Japan, Turkey and the U.S..

I immediately fell in love with these great people.

John Hughes had such a huge impact on filmmaking.

This is something I have wanted to do for a long time, ... Athletes have a huge impact on so many people. Occasionally, some of them need reminding how important their example is. Frankly, we are all tired of the profanity-laced interviews and the overall perception by some that they are above the law. It is time to step up and take seriously the chance we have to make a difference for good in the lives of others.