About Starkey hearing foundation
Starkey Hearing Foundation: Providing the Gift of Hearing to Those in Need
Hearing loss is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by various factors, including age, genetics, exposure to loud noises, and certain medical conditions. Unfortunately, many people who suffer from hearing loss do not have access to the necessary resources or support to address their condition.
This is where Starkey Hearing Foundation comes in. Founded in 1984 by William F. Austin, the foundation's mission is to provide hearing aids and other hearing-related services to those in need throughout the U.S. and around the world.
Over the years, Starkey Hearing Foundation has become one of the largest providers of free hearing aids globally. The foundation has helped over 1 million people across more than 100 countries regain their ability to hear and communicate with others.
The foundation's work goes beyond just providing hearing aids; they also offer comprehensive care that includes fitting and adjusting devices as well as follow-up appointments for maintenance and support.
One of Starkey Hearing Foundation's most significant initiatives is its annual "So The World May Hear" gala event held every summer in Minnesota. This event brings together celebrities, philanthropists, business leaders, and other influential individuals from around the world who share a passion for helping those with hearing loss.
The funds raised at this event go towards supporting Starkey Hearing Foundation's global programs that provide free hearing healthcare services such as screenings, fittings for custom-made ear molds or earplugs designed specifically for each individual’s needs based on their lifestyle or occupation (musicians), education on how best use these devices so they can get maximum benefit out them while protecting themselves against further damage caused by noise exposure etc., training local healthcare professionals on how best diagnose treat patients suffering from different types of deafness etc., research into new technologies that could help improve outcomes for patients with severe cases etc.
In addition to its global outreach efforts through events like "So The World May Hear," Starkey Hearing Foundation also partners with local organizations worldwide such as schools hospitals clinics NGOs government agencies faith-based groups etc., which helps ensure that its programs are tailored specifically towards meeting each community’s unique needs while leveraging existing infrastructure resources expertise networks etc., thereby maximizing impact efficiency sustainability scalability long-term success rates overall quality life improvements achieved beneficiaries served communities impacted positively through these interventions over time!
If you're interested in supporting this incredible organization's work or learning more about how you can help make a difference so everyone may hear better please visit our website today!