History
The organization's roots began in 1997 when Andrew began his five-year battle with cancer. Throughout the process, a legion of friends and family members came together to offer support to the family. This devoted support - combined with Andrew’s strength, courage and desire to always help others - led Andrew’s uncle, John Sousa, to formally begin the process of applying for non-profit designation. The foundation was named in Andrew’s honor as “Andrew’s Helpful Hands Foundation”.
In 2004, AHH reached a milestone by gaining its official 501(c)(3)status from the IRS.
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