Adam Keller's story with HooplaHa began when he set out to propose to his boyfriend Jared Marinelli, in secret, flash-mob fashion. This video digs deep into his troubled past - one that where he hurt many people he loved and even...

Cleaning For A Reason provides the gift of free house cleaning to women undergoing any type of cancer treatments. Founded in 2006 by Debbie Sardine, this non-profit is changing cancer patient's lives!



The idea is to...

Do you have a secret admirer? Perhaps, you have someone who you openly admire. It could be a charitable celebrity or even a family member.... Whoever it is, we'd like to know. Who do you admire most? And what is their most valuable...

Do you have a secret admirer? Perhaps, you have someone who you openly admire. It could be a charitable celebrity or even a family member.... Whoever it is, we'd like to know. Who do you admire most? And what is their most valuable...

With all the turmoil in the world right now, it is good to know that there are things that can be done by each of us individually and collectively to make the world a better place. Whether you live in Seattle Washington, Berlin Germany...

With all the turmoil in the world right now, it is good to know that there are things that can be done by each of us individually and collectively to make the world a better place. Whether you live in Seattle Washington, Berlin Germany...

There may be no right answer on how to grieve a loved one, but Michael G. Reagan has found a way to help.



Michael Reagan is a portrait artist and a Vietnam veteran. 13 years ago he started drawing portraits of the...

How can a father's love for his child change the world? Let me introduce you to Jeff and Kennedy Snyder.



Kennedy Snyder was 2 years old when she was diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor. According to the American...

Jeff Konchalski was born with spinal meningitis and throughout his childhood he was constantly fighting off illnesses. As a teen, he was often mocked for his inability to play sports and "run with the crowd"… all due to his...

The Human Library is not your typical library. Yes, there are stories waiting to be shared, but not in the way that you're used to.



The Human Library is a global movement, where you can check out HUMAN books! It is...

Francesco Clark had a life-changing accident and now lives life as quadriplegic. Now, an ambassador for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, President of Clark's Botanicals, and host of HooplaHa's Stories That Inspire,...

While most young kids are looking forward to playing with friends or going to birthday parties, this 7-year-old is working to help others. Maia Bastianelli is an artist who is using her artwork to raise money for children with...

To be a nationally ranked athlete is hard, but to be a nationally ranked athlete who is told to stop all physical activity is even harder. At age 11, the doctors told competitive jump-roper Leanne Joyce to immediately stop all...

"Outlaw" motorcycle riders and gangs are often viewed in a negative light, but this gang, B.A.C.A. is breaking that stereotype. B.A.C.A. or Bikers Against Child Abuse is an international non-profit charity organization whose main...

In the words of Poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, "Music is the universal language of all mankind." For Tenor Saxophonist Dusty Rhodes, this is the anthem that he lives by.



Prior to embracing the magic of music, Dusty was at...

Dogs are known for being loyal, lovable, and big-hearted by nature, which is why we all want what's best for them. One woman who knows this better than most is former Israeli army intelligence officer, best-selling author, and...

Many know Mark Imhof as Mark "The Dog Guy" because of his passion for helping shelter dogs. In fact, Mark volunteers as a groomer at the Animal Care Centers (ACC) of NYC, an organization that takes in over 30,000 animals a year!...

Passions speak to the heart and soul and undoubtedly add to a person’s overall well-being. For actress, director, businesswoman, and mother, Melissa Joan Hart, one of her passions is Operation Shower. Founded in 2007, Operation...

The Human Hug Project is made up of three people with three different lives, but all face one obstacle- PTSD. Together, they are the Human Hug Project. Ian Michael is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Gino Greganti is a veteran of...

Everyone needs a place where they belong… and that place is Zeno Mountain Farm in VT! Zeno Farm was created in 2008 and is run by Will and Vanessa Halby, and Peter and Ila Halby. At Zeno Mountain they believe that the most important...

Adults With Disabilities (AWD) Synchronized Swim is the first of its kind in the United States. The sport is more than mesmerizing, it is helping people with disabilities take their lives back. Leading the way for this club and...

In honor of International Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we bring you a very special 14-year-old boy, Gabe Sipos, and Gabe’s Chemo Duck Program. Born on New Year’s Day 2002 in Nashville, Tennessee, Gabe was diagnosed with...

Ricochet is one of the most world famous, award-winning surf dogs who loves the sport, but most importantly SURFS WITH PURPOSE! She surfs solo, with children, adults, pros, celebrities, other dogs! But her most important role is the...

Supporting the arts is Allison Stockel’s main passion in life. After graduating NYU with a BA in Television Production and Music, she went on to produce television specials and shows for the likes of CNN, ABC, The Food Network, MTV...