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The World Series... of good
In the spirit of the World Series, we’ve decided to hold our own competition of sorts to see which of the teams in the running for the coveted championship, New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies, rates highest in volunteerism. I mean, it is what we at DoSomething.org are all about, right?
We’re happy to announce that both teams are committed to making a difference in their communities. Both have an extensive list of outreach programs. Here are a few highlights for your viewing pleasure.
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October 28: Lung Health Day
This day was created to bring attention to, duh, the health of your lungs. DoSomething has decided to focus on indoor air pollution. Why? Because the air quality in your home and school can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. Scary stuff, huh? But don’t fret, all hope isn’t lost.
Just the Facts
First you should know the dangers. The three most common and dangerous indoor air pollutants are:
See VideoYoung Global Leaders wants YOU!
The Young Global Leaders has started a campaign to get you in on shaping the future. I mean, you will inherit the world, right?
What is it?
The Youth Task Force involves a campaign to solicit feedback from young people under 25 around the globe. The focus is to get you to provide input to the Global Redesign Initiative of the World Economic Forum. So how do you offer this feedback?
See VideoMan buys hotels and tells staff: Americanize your names!
Hotel owner, Larry Whitten, was on a mission to resurrect a failing hotel he just purchased. Doing so entailed some moves that have riled people up and have some even calling him prejudice.
The former Marine’s new rules included:
See VideoRacism or just being selective?
Six black college students are crying racism after being turned away from a popular Chicago night club.
See VideoOctober 24th: Make a Difference Day
Billed as the most encompassing national day of helping others, Make a Difference Day is an initiative dedicated to helping others and motivating communities to make social action an integral part of their lives. Um, sounds like was DoSomething.org does every day, right?
Still, we’ll all for community action, so look around your 'hood and see what needs to be done… then do it!
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