Blogs

The Effect of Drought on Women and Children
Disease & Disaster Jun 03, 2012
Throughout Kenya and other developing countries, there is a clear demand for water as an integral part of daily living. As a natural resource, water is in scarce supply and the ongoing drought in Kenya has greatly harmed already vulnerable… Read More
Microfinance: A Lifeline for the Impoverished
Economic Topics & Microfinance Jun 01, 2012
Microfinance does not have a single definition that can be given, but rather a series of characteristics that we tend to attribute to it. Microfinance generally includes the following: Small loans given to those with low income (sometimes for… Read More
Global Pharmaceutical Access
Disease & Disaster May 25, 2012
Pharmaceuticals are the single most common public health intervention for prevention and treatment of diseases, but access is a significant limitation in the developing world. Physical and financial barriers are struggles that all nations share, but… Read More
Great Tips for Writing Your Sponsor Child! Greetings from around the globe
Children in Africa May 03, 2012
Developing a relationship with your sponsor child can be one of the most significant experiences of your life.  It’s indescribably wonderful to learn about the special little person in your life and know that your love and support is giving him… Read More
5 Meaningful Ways to Help Women Change the World this International Women’s Day
Women Empowerment & Gender Equality Mar 06, 2012
Whether raising families or running nations, women are taking charge and shaping the world in seriously exciting ways.  International Women’s Day offers a well deserved opportunity to trumpet this fact and celebrate women’s individual and… Read More
Volunteering Abroad: Is the encounter of two cultures enough?
Miscellaneous Feb 09, 2012
Poverty tourism promotes itself as a form of travel which aims to build solidarity and relationships between people living in impoverished areas and tourists, by visiting and, occasionally volunteering, in poverty-stricken regions. Yet in attempts… Read More
What are the biggest reasons why individuals donate to non profits?
Miscellaneous Jan 07, 2012
The reason why individuals donate to non profits is the emotional link that comes with it.  Another reason is because of the cause that the non profit has.  Individuals may be fully invested in it.  Some people just enjoy giving back… Read More
Basic Computer Training – a Dream for The African Youth That is Getting Closer
Technology & Education, Children in Africa Oct 27, 2011
The computer may be an integral part in the homes, schools and companies of developed nations but for Africans it is a distant dream. This could also be one of the reasons why the youth in African countries are unable to compete in the global market… Read More
Using Technology Training to Empower Girls and How You Can Help
Technology & Education, Women Empowerment & Gender Equality Oct 18, 2011
Today, without exception, we live in a technological age.  We live in a world where computers offer instant access to knowledge, communication, culture, and skill building opportunities.  We live in a time where a person can go to school,… Read More
Regreening Africa and The Legacy of Professor Wangari Maathai
Climate Action Can Drive Sustainable Development in Africa Sep 29, 2011
Maathai, the first African woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, in 2004, was founder of the Green Belt Movement.  This movement works at reforesting Kenya, stopping soil erosion and providing firewood for families by paying poor women… Read More

Make a Difference Today: Donate to the Year of the Pencil Campaign

On November 20th, this movement placed over 100,000 pencils into the hands 

of children across Sierra Leone in 20 schools.

Each pencil tells a story — of hope, opportunity, and possibility. 

Education is more than lessons — it’s liberation.

Every $25 helps children write their dreams. 

👉 Help provide pencils by donating today!