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Blog Action Day: Doing My Part to End Poverty and How You Can Help

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The sad but true fact is that over half the world’s population, a staggering three billion-plus people, live in poverty. However, the good news is that while this is a complex issue, we can end this within our lifetimes if we work together!

Today, Wednesday, October 15th, is Blog Action Day. Blog Action Day is an annual nonprofit event that aims to unite the world’s bloggers, podcasters, and videocasters to post about the same issue on the same day. This year’s Blog Action Day is drawing attention to poverty and giving the blogging community a platform to have our voices heard on this issue.

I’m proud to let you know that I will be donating all proceeds earned from affiliate links today on Deal Seeking Mom to Project Peanut Butter, a worthy cause that provides malnourished children in Malawi and Sierra Leone with a ready-to-use therapeutic food made from peanuts.  This fascinating program has been shown to result in up to a 95% recovery rate for participating children.

Several of the Elevenmoms have challenged ourselves to raise at least $50 for this cause. If I raise less, I will cover the difference out of my own pocket. If I raise more, it will all be donated. Not only that but Walmart has generously agreed to match every dollar that the Elevenmoms raise today!

So how can you help? Check out my special freebies roundup post that is comprised of current freebies offered through sites that I am affiliated with. Every freebie you sign up will generate affiliate earnings that will be donated to Project Peanut Butter.

Let’s work together to end poverty now!



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  1. LisaB

    Oh this sounds great! I will put a plug up on my blog for you. I think it’s neat that Wal-Mart is going to match the funds raised also. Good job to all 11 moms for setting that up!

    LisaB´s last blog post..In Loving Memory

  2. LisaB

    Oh this sounds great! I will put a plug up on my blog for you. I think it’s neat that Wal-Mart is going to match the funds raised also. Good job to all 11 moms for setting that up!

    LisaB´s last blog post..In Loving Memory

  3. Meredith

    It’s great that you’re getting involved and spreading the word! Thanks for posting about Project Peanut Butter, that’s a new one to me.

    I’ve also posted about poverty today on my blog, and I’m giving away a gift certificate to Kiva.Org, an organization that provides loans to businesses in developing countries and lets you choose a project to invest in. Here’s the link:
    https://bittycakes.wordpress.com/2008/10/15/give/

    I’ll also be sure to check out your giveaway roundup!

    Meredith´s last blog post..Give

  4. Meredith

    It’s great that you’re getting involved and spreading the word! Thanks for posting about Project Peanut Butter, that’s a new one to me.

    I’ve also posted about poverty today on my blog, and I’m giving away a gift certificate to Kiva.Org, an organization that provides loans to businesses in developing countries and lets you choose a project to invest in. Here’s the link:
    https://bittycakes.wordpress.com/2008/10/15/give/

    I’ll also be sure to check out your giveaway roundup!

    Meredith´s last blog post..Give

  7. Alexis

    I think that you have made a really good point here, by donating even a little money, you can make a big difference. Everyone should do their part, whether that’s giving money or donating clothes, blankets, and food. We can all help in many different ways. I think it’s really great that you 11 moms are stepping up and helping out!

    We’re also blogging about poverty today, check us out! As a nonprofit organization our blog offers resources to those in poverty with the goal of helping them develop the skills they need and ending the cycle.

    Alexis´s last blog post..Mapping Your Financial Future: A Guide – Part 3

  8. Alexis

    I think that you have made a really good point here, by donating even a little money, you can make a big difference. Everyone should do their part, whether that’s giving money or donating clothes, blankets, and food. We can all help in many different ways. I think it’s really great that you 11 moms are stepping up and helping out!

    We’re also blogging about poverty today, check us out! As a nonprofit organization our blog offers resources to those in poverty with the goal of helping them develop the skills they need and ending the cycle.

    Alexis´s last blog post..Mapping Your Financial Future: A Guide – Part 3