Rush Limbaugh, the famous deaf radio personality and well known political commentator, recently donated $500,000 to the House Ear Institute (HEI). You can also see HEI's September 16, 2009 news release on Rush Limbaugh's donaton as well.
The HEI is known for their research role for the cure and restoration of hearing loss. Approximately 50% of HEI's annual budget comes from generous contributions. Rush' latest half of a million dollar contribution to HEI will certainly help speed up the process in finding a cure for hearing loss.