Save Darfur

From my understanding, the situation here is a combination of the situation in Uganda and the Holocaust. The site urges people to raise awareness and ask their local political leaders to help pass legislation against genocide. There are also opportunities to donate to relief efforts. What effects one place in the world affects us all. learn and enjoy.

Fatone Family Foundation

so remember that band N sync? YES YOU DO don't lie. Anyways that guy Joey Fatone from the boy band has a foundation that he made to contribute to other charities. He usually holds events that people can donate and all the proceeds go to local charities. Also, he is involved with something called my healing harmony which uses music therapy especially with kids who are recovering in the hospital. Read more about it if it interests you. Enjoy.

Hips

Its a crazy world out there. Just because people's lifestyles are not yours doesn't mean they don't have struggle. Just because people work the streets, doesn't mean they want to. Poverty, drug addiction, violence, and disease plague many cities in the world. This is one organization in Washington DC that is dedicated to helping out street walkers (if you get my use of language here). I heard about this on that National Geographic show Taboo when they had the episode about prostitution. Its as sick as it is interesting and really sad for all those who participate (mostly my opinion). Anyways. Enjoy.

Lets Move

So, we know that America is more obese and immobile as ever. This is a movement to change that around. Hopefully by curbing our own habits, we can help the next generation to do the same. We need to get out as much as possible and eat healthier and less. Enjoy :)

United Way

Here is another organization that is run by volunteers and donations. They do all sorts of projects around the world including helping with the efforts in Japan down to helping small communities break the poverty cycle. If you are looking for something to contribute to, this looks like it has many ways you can choose from to help. Whatever floats your boat. Enjoy :)

NFL Play 60

You know, the power of play. This is an NFL campaign to promote active lifestyles for kids. At least 60 min of active play a day. I wish this was a regime for everyone. Then people would be forced to play with me. Enjoy!

Girls on the Run

  So I am a fan of Secret deodorant on facebook. Random. But they posted this organization because they were having an essay contest. I really like that they did post this, because its a GREAT idea. Oh I love it a lot. They used to have kids runs at the Salt Lake City Classic (running event in Salt Lake) and I always had fun doing it. I wasn't good and it was only a mile. This program trains girls for a 5k, but at the same time, its an after school type program where they learn lessons on how to work with people as well as how to appreciate themselves. All this mixed with a good habit of exercise is an EXTREME package. Love love love it. Enjoy :)