The vast African continent continues to be home to the poorest, most wretched, most desperate people in the world. Millions starve to death each year. Millions more die from diseases that could be treated very successfully if only some medical facilities were available. It is especially the plight of innocent kids that truly needs much more attention from the rest of the world. It is the responsibility of everyone that lead more privileged lives to donate to poor children in Africa.
Very few people can claim that they are not aware of the misery suffered by African kids every day. Images of suffering, hungry, ill and abused kids are printed and broadcast on almost a daily basis. Sadly, so many people view such images and stories of little more than passing interest. It is happening very far away and it has nothing to do with them. At least, this is what they tell themselves.
Not everybody is untouched. There are many people that do everything that they can. Celebrities have held concerts and performances and European royalty has clearly demonstrate their willingness to get their own hands dirty. These people should be applauded, but much more needs to be done if a future is to be created for millions of African kids living without help and without hope.
Aid organizations and many wealthy countries do much to help African kids but a few huge efforts simply cannot make a lasting change. What is necessary is the active involvement of millions of smaller donors. One person may not be able to achieve spectacular results, but millions of people can, together, indeed make a massive difference. The truth is that the vast majority of people really can afford to help, even in a small way.
Giving money, even small amounts, on a regular basis is one of the easiest ways of being involved and to contribute towards the efforts of aid organizations. It is vital, however, to be careful about who money is given to. Their are, unfortunately some organizations that see hungry kids as an opportunity to make money. Donations should always be made to well known organizations with a long and reputable track record.
Money is not the only way in which to help. There are many excellent organizations that offer youngsters the chance to travel to the African continent and to spend some time helping to educate young people, to help build houses, to construct water pipelines and a myriad of other worthwhile projects. By offering skills, time and effort it is possible to make a very real and lasting difference.
Not everyone has money and not everyone can spend some time on the continent. However, anyone can do something to help keep the plight of the African kids in the minds of the friends, family and colleagues. Almost anyone can organize the collection of clothes and food and most aid organizations will welcome such efforts. Nobody should ever think that they have nothing to contribute.
It is not possible to live in isolation in this modern world. The maladies of Africa should be of concern to everyone. What happens on this continent will inevitably have global consequences. African children are crying out for help.
Very few people can claim that they are not aware of the misery suffered by African kids every day. Images of suffering, hungry, ill and abused kids are printed and broadcast on almost a daily basis. Sadly, so many people view such images and stories of little more than passing interest. It is happening very far away and it has nothing to do with them. At least, this is what they tell themselves.
Not everybody is untouched. There are many people that do everything that they can. Celebrities have held concerts and performances and European royalty has clearly demonstrate their willingness to get their own hands dirty. These people should be applauded, but much more needs to be done if a future is to be created for millions of African kids living without help and without hope.
Aid organizations and many wealthy countries do much to help African kids but a few huge efforts simply cannot make a lasting change. What is necessary is the active involvement of millions of smaller donors. One person may not be able to achieve spectacular results, but millions of people can, together, indeed make a massive difference. The truth is that the vast majority of people really can afford to help, even in a small way.
Giving money, even small amounts, on a regular basis is one of the easiest ways of being involved and to contribute towards the efforts of aid organizations. It is vital, however, to be careful about who money is given to. Their are, unfortunately some organizations that see hungry kids as an opportunity to make money. Donations should always be made to well known organizations with a long and reputable track record.
Money is not the only way in which to help. There are many excellent organizations that offer youngsters the chance to travel to the African continent and to spend some time helping to educate young people, to help build houses, to construct water pipelines and a myriad of other worthwhile projects. By offering skills, time and effort it is possible to make a very real and lasting difference.
Not everyone has money and not everyone can spend some time on the continent. However, anyone can do something to help keep the plight of the African kids in the minds of the friends, family and colleagues. Almost anyone can organize the collection of clothes and food and most aid organizations will welcome such efforts. Nobody should ever think that they have nothing to contribute.
It is not possible to live in isolation in this modern world. The maladies of Africa should be of concern to everyone. What happens on this continent will inevitably have global consequences. African children are crying out for help.
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You can find a summary of the reasons why you should donate to poor children in Africa at http://www.mumzyschildrenrelieffoundation.org right now.
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