Here is an eye-opener in terms of what you could do if you had $1.00 a day to give away. Women Thrive develops, shapes and advocates for policies that foster economic opportunities for women living in poverty. They believe that women are the key to ending global poverty. or as they say--"When you teach a woman to fish, everybody eats." The $1.00 opportunity here is explained on this page. Simply put, you are going to pledge $1.00 each day for a year by joining the Dollar-A-Day Circle.  This is a great website--check it out.
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For the birds 06/14/2010
 
The Gulf Oil Spill is going to be an area of concern for quite awhile, unfortunately. The American Bird Conservancy is a highly rated organization that can give you the latest information.
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Little Kids Rock 06/14/2010
 
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Do you like music? Do you like kids? Do you think kids and music go together like P&J?  Little Kids Rock is dedicated to bringing free musical instruments and music instruction to underserved schools across the country. Your donation of $100 could buy two guitars for a classroom. Remember, kids just want to [have] strum!
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When's the last time you had a lemonade stand? This could be a great family activity, or fun to set up anywhere on a hot day. Blood:Water Mission is an organization working to empower communities in Africa to work together against the HIV/AIDS and water crises. This is a really sweet idea--and they set you up with all the materials to run the stand and educate folks. Get in touch with your inner child and have a great day to support this organization and your neighbors in Africa!
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I found out about this organization through an article in the Brattleboro Reformer. I used to live in Vermont so I'm happy when I see other Vermonters doing good things. I'd like this one no matter what, though! Les Espoirs de Demain is helping children in Senegal in so many ways. It's a relatively new organization that will take donations of articles as well as money. Please check them out.
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I just added this book to the Resources page. It looks like an excellent reference book for everyday actions.
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Idealist.org 05/29/2010
 
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If you're reading my blog, you surely already know about Idealist.org. If not, stop reading this and go there. What I wanted to say is that they have some books out as well. The Idealist Handbook to Building a Better World is a great resource to keep in your office, especially if you work with young adults. It's the kind of book that you want to say "Steal This Book" about... if you're old enough to know what I mean!!
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Medshare 05/28/2010
 
It's very inspiring to read about organizations that are dealing with a specific aspect of healthcare. Medshare was an early favorite of mine because of their brilliant plan to bridge the gap between medical surplus and need. On their Critical Need Alert page they highlight a hospital each month. This month is Kirker Hospital in Niger--where only one third of the population has access to healthcare and 25% of children die before the age of five due to diseases and malnutrition. They are sending this hospital a 40-foot container filled with medical supplies and equipment.
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Don't forget to give today. Remember Give Time or Money adds sites each day. Visit often, please! And also please send suggestions. Thank you!
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When I first clicked on the website of Trees For Life I naturally assumed it was about planting trees in needy areas. And that's how it started in the 1980's. But like a tree, this organization has grown steadily in many different directions. The founder is sure that knowledge and working together are the keys for growth. I liked the very simple Trees For Life Pledge. I also like that they have virtual opportunities to volunteer and also internships. This is an organization to keep an eye on and remember for a time in your life when you have both time and money, because working with them would be very interesting and rewarding.
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