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The History of the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls - South Africa
After years of trying to make her dream a reality, in 2007, Oprah finally was able to open her Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa. Here is a look into what it took to get there.

An Overview and History of Oprah's O Ambassadors
An in-depth look at Oprah's philanthropic student program, O Ambassadors.

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 8 Finale Recap
Sunday, April 20, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 8 Finale Big Give Recap - Cameron, Brandi and Stephen competed to see who would be the last giver standing and walk away with the surprise million dollar prize. "The Shirt Off Your Back" challenge in Chicago was both tense and uplifting - so, who was the biggest giver?

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 7 Recap
Sunday, April 13, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 6 Big Give Recap - The remaining 3 contestants competed to see who would be left standing for the final challenge. "The Big Family Reunion" challenge found each contestant heading back to their home towns to give big.

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 6 Recap
Sunday, April 6, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 6 Big Give Recap - The 4 remaining contestants joined forces for a team give in New York City where they were challenged to make last wishes come true for 2 people with cancer.

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 5 Recap
Sunday, March 30, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 5 Big Give Recap - The 5 remaining contestants compete in the "Big Give Road Trip" all over the state of Georgia, with special guest Danica Patrick.

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 4 Recap
Sunday, March 23, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 4 Big Give Recap - The 7 remaining contestants set off to give big in Miami, Florida for "The $100,000 Giveaway" with money from the billionaire Maloof brothers, owners of the Sacramento Kings and Palms Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 3 Recap
Sunday, March 16, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 3 Big Give Recap - The 8 remaining contestants broke into teams of 4 to compete in the "Pass or Fail" mission with stars Andre Agassi and Tony Hawk.

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 2 Recap
Sunday, March 9, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 2 Big Give Recap - The remaining 9 contestants traveled to Denver to find their own person to help for the "Fast and Furious" mission.

Highlights from Season 1 Oprah's Big Give - Episode 1 Recap
Sunday, March 2, 2008 Season 1 - Episode 1 Big Give Recap - The 10 hand-picked contestants did their best to be the biggest giver for their first challenge. Not everyone gave as much as they could, so Marlene was the first to be sent home.

The History of Oprah's Angel Network
Oprah's Angel Network has done amazing work in the US and around the world for over 10 years -- so where did it all start? Here is a look at how Oprah was inspired to start this organization, and some of the projects viewers have helped fund.

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