Global Poverty

VH1 Top 20 Celebs: Oprah Winfrey

Submitted by gweiner on Tue, 11/24/2009 - 16:40

Oprah Winfrey, the Queen of Giving, has donated over $300 million dollars to global charities.

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Tue 11.24, 5:00 PM
Thu 11.26, 11:00 AM
Tue 12.1, 11:00 AM
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Fri 12.11, 5:00 PM
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Wed 12.16, 5:00 PM

VH1 Top 20 Celebs Gone Good: Alicia Keys

Submitted by gweiner on Tue, 11/24/2009 - 16:02

Find out how Alicia Keys is making a difference around the world by donating her time to educational issues in the U.S, and as co-founder and ambassador to Keep a Child Alive.

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Tue 11.24, 5:00 PM
Thu 11.26, 11:00 AM
Tue 12.1, 11:00 AM
Mon 12.7, 5:00 PM
Fri 12.11, 5:00 PM
Wed 12.16, 12:00 AM
Wed 12.16, 5:00 PM

Submitted by alongstreet415 on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 14:59

the problem:

The problem goes beyond physical poverty. The problem is spiritual poverty. I went on a missions trip last summer 2011 to Ndola, Zambia, in southern Africa simply spread the love and good news of Jesus Christ.

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why it's important:

This is important to me because everyone needs a saviour. Yes, food, clothes, shelter, may all be very important. We did give away some of our clothes during that trip. What is more important however, is for a person to believe, know and except Jesus Christ as their savior.

the plan of action:

What we did was go to Africa. We street witnessed in the marketplaces, and at the highschool in Ndola. We also visited a nursing home and shared the gospel there. It was really awesome to see how people who had so little, and went through so much hardship, could be just so appreciative of what they have. The they had for their saviour and each other was amazing to see.

how you can get involved:

PRAY! PRAY! PRAY! Continue to pray for our friends in Zambia that they stay strong in their faith. Also donate to various organizations that help poverty in Africa.

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Submitted by Vorhees38 on Mon, 02/06/2012 - 13:07

the problem:

Increase the life style of young children in under-developed countries.

vital stats:

people impacted:

200

people involved:

why it's important:

It impacts me directly because I know what they are going through.

the plan of action:

1. This step has already been done in we went as a group to Bolivia and provided help for the school.

2. Continue to create the trips to these areas in South America for benefiting the community.

how you can get involved:

Contributing to Ascend Alliance.

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Submitted by JennaNodine on Sat, 02/04/2012 - 19:15

the problem:

Sierra Leone, Africa, has the highest rate of child mortality in the world, due to poverty, lack of education, its remote location, and poor water condition. This high mortality rate could be lowered through instructive education and appropriate medical provisions.

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people impacted:

300

people involved:

why it's important:

The issue of child mortality through the age of five is close to my heart because I personally know missionaries who are from Sierra Leone. They have whitnessed the problem first-hand and have told me stories that make me grateful to live in America. The death comes quickly, usually from a fever (which kills within a day), malnutrition (if the mother can not give milk, a newborn is given water until it can eat solid food), or hypothermia (During the night, even in Africa, the babies' body temperature decreases drastically. They freeze to death overnight). Preventing these unnecessary deaths is so simple, which is why I have to educate Americans on the subject.

the plan of action:

Currently, I have filled two collection barrels (shipping barrels each the size of an oil drum) with life-saving supplies that will soon be shipped to Sierra Leone, Africa. With the help of Peace Moravian Church and New Beginnings Moravian Church, I am positive that this will be an ongoing project, and plan to continue collecting supplies for children as well as cash donations (to pay to ship the barrel). Hopefully I can reach outside of the church and get other organizations to contribute!

how you can get involved:

I am collecting: Basic vitamins, Infant Fever-Reducing Tylenols or other medicine, powdered baby formula, infant blankets, first aid kits, thermometers, liquid insect repellant, mosquito netting, warm baby clothing, protein bars, and prenatal vitamins. Others can also donate cash to assist in either shipping the barrels to the country or buying more supplies. Any medical supplies, if you name it, they need it.

Please contact me through my website: http://sierraleonebarrelproject.webs.com/

Thanks!

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Submitted by msurguy on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 14:23

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the problem:

Fountain of Hope Youth Initiative was founded in 2003 by a group of youths impacted by the effects of HIV/Aids, poverty, limited access to information, degradation of environment, tribal & cultural intolerance. The primary objective of FOH is to engage the youths and entire community in seeking local remedies that would help in elimination or reduction of the above issues. Our goal is to offer a noticeable contribution towards achievement the Kenya’s Vision 2030 & The Millennium Development Goals. FOH exists to offer a platform for youths and the community to exercise social obligations and therefore as an organization we strive to promote the philanthropic culture to the local community.

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people impacted:

2,000

people involved:

why it's important:

I believe in generosity and doing unto others as I would like it to be done to me.

the plan of action:

I am the webdesigner for FOHLC website, I built the website on my own hosting and I need help continuing working on the project so it could have more exposure and more impact for the local Kenya community

how you can get involved:

Donate, invest, share

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Submitted by kes0035 on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:28

the problem:

The purpose of Beloved Blankets is to collect fleece blankets to send to those in need around the world. A blanket not only will bring warmth to a person, but it also provides something one can call their own. A blanket can provide comfort to a person who may have nothing in this world, which is the object of my charity to bring blankets to those who have little to nothing in material possessions so that they may have something that brings them warmth and comfort.

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people impacted:

400

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why it's important:

The people that I send the blankets to have little to nothing that they can call their own. I enjoying giving these people something that can bring them comfort when they have no place to sleep at night, or no home of their own.

the plan of action:

I would like to start a drive at my school so that I can collect enough blankets to send to the kids in the South African settlement in Africa. I will use money to raise awareness about my project and provide supplies to make blankets to send to Africa

how you can get involved:

Others can help by donating money or blankets that I can gather to send to these kids.

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Submitted by lshouston on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:27

the problem:

I want everyone to get involved in trying to make a difference in today's society. Sitting back donating money is not always the best thing. I fell that If we get out and take action ourselves then the healing process can begin. Start by donating money to a family in need, buying a homeless person lunch and discuss how you can help get him/her out of such a rough situation, go to local schools and ask are there children in need of clothes, donate necessities such as toothbrushes and wipes to a retirement home, etc. The list goes on and on. I have acted on the previously mentioned actions; however, I do not do it for recognition, but instead just to raise awareness to those around me on how we can help. By doing this I hope they will do the same and get a friend to follow, and that friend follow, and so on. I do thank my brother for this nomination and I thank you all for allowing me to express myself and my vision. Thank you!

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why it's important:

This is important to me because my goal in life is to be successful. As stated by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Dr. Charles Nelms, and Ms. Solodad Obrien, you are not truly successful until you have given back and helped others around you.

the plan of action:

I would like to start an awareness program discussing the issues and how we can help.

how you can get involved:

By getting involved, being aware of what's going on in their community, and helping those around them.

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Submitted by jordan1.peters on Wed, 02/01/2012 - 20:02

the problem:

I'm trying to help solve the problem of homelessness, especially in Austin, Texas, where there are several bums on every corner. i'm not sure if these homeless people are young or old, product of the governments lack of responsibility, or if they are just products of bad decision making, but i do know that whatever their cases may be they don't deserve to be outdoors in bad weather. my idea of hotel style apartments specifically for the homeless with the needed accommodations would reduce crime rates, reduce people in emergency rooms, and show the people of the city that we not only care about them but are willing to give them help.

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why it's important:

This is important to me because some of my friends are homeless and trying to become more financially stable but without a home i realize it is almost impossible to become better off.i feel if there's enough to go around why are some people being left out. its a bit unfair and kinda communistic in a way but i feel that people who try to have better lives deserve a little help when they need while those who are already well off should be more willing to help those less fortunate, to reduce the amount of need people in general need from the government or other means of help.

the plan of action:

My plan is to make get my masters degree in architecture and design small studio apartments for homeless people that provide daily necesaties and other things that would help them become self sufficient. These apartments would be riddled throughout the city and rented out daily the same way a homeless shelter works but they would be nicer and more conducive to helping someone get on their feet (go to interviews, get educated, etc.). if we can get these homeless people on their feet they'll eventually be able to support themselves.

how you can get involved:

Others can help by helping me to organize my ideas and plans once i graduate from college. i will need connections in many areas that i cant get to just from being an architect. i will need reliable network and helpful hands and minds.

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Submitted by oakvalley on Wed, 02/01/2012 - 16:09

the problem:

Oak Valley is trying to build a well and water filtration system, that will be used to bring fresh water to a poor village in Africa.

vital stats:

people impacted:

1,000

people involved:

why it's important:

In this village, 100's are dying each day. As an individual and as school I feel that everyone has the right to fresh water, no matter what country, gender, age, etc. We are trying to make a difference and start a chain reaction..... can you help us?

the plan of action:

As a member of our school's ASB (associated student body) will be doing lunch time collections to raise money. Next, we have created a website that will have members of both our community, and around the world donate in a fast, easy, and secure way to donate. Lastly, we have been trying to set up little games and activities that will help raise money for our overall school goal... ($5,000)

how you can get involved:

Others can help by going to our website and donating or just spreading the word, apart from our school donation goal, we are trying to spread awareness of all the diseases that innocent people are acquiring do to lack of food, water, medical supplies, etc.