Padd Solutions

This week is World Water Week. Donate at a local restaurant or online to help bring safe drinking water to children in developing countries. To find a local restaurant accepting donations or to donate, go to the website. This is sponsored by UNICEF.

http://www.tapproject.org/

I have been a fan of Anthony Green for a long time now. For some people, his voice probably isn't appealing, but for me, it's the reason for my heterosexual crush. Last week, I listened to some of his solo stuff, but also ran through all of the Circa Survive tracks on my computer. Below is a track from their latest album, 2007's On Letting Go.
Also, go to Invisible Children's website, learn about their mission, and donate 99 cents to receive an exclusive Circa Survive song. Even if you aren't a fan, at least support the cause. $1 can make a difference.

Artist: Circa Survive Track: In the Morning and Amazing... MP3

Artist: Anthony Green Track: Stone Hearted Man MP3

Visit TOMS shoes - all you have to do is buy a pair of shoes and someone in a developing country will get a pair as well. Once again, a little thing you can do that will go a long way. The shoes are pretty affordable at $38 - and remember, thats a pair for you and a pair for someone who really needs them.

While this may be a repeat for some people, I figured I would post it again just in case anyone missed it last time.

Ever thought about world poverty? When you really think about it, the numbers are staggering: almost 3 billion people live on less than $2 a day, every 3.6 seconds someone dies of hunger (that is 4 million a year), and malaria kills 1 million people every year.
So what can you do? Well, start off by visiting the FreeRice.com website and increasing your vocab. The advertisements pay for donations of rice to the UN World Food Program. Every little bit helps...and you'll be smarter too.

In keeping with the goal of having the blog be socially conscious, I'd like to encourage you to check out Kiva.org
The idea behind the site is that by using the power of the internet to network people, entrepreneurs in developing countries can apply for and receive loans to get their business on its feet. Where does the money come from? That's where you come in. By making a contribution of at least $25, your money will be sent to a microfinance institution that manages the loan. You'll receive updates about the progress of the business. Once the loan is repaid, you get your money back or you can loan it to someone else.
Interested to see what $25 can do? Visit Kiva.org