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And remember, it doesn't have to end with Ian's campaign. Unsafe water and a lack of basic sanitation cause 80% of all disease and kill more people than all forms of violence, including war. We can change that. Visit www.charitywater.org to donate.
We are blessed so that we may bless others.
In light of the recent "aquapocalypse" in Boston, Nashville and other places, I thought this would be a prime opportunity to bring to light another water situation.
Almost 1 billion people in our world don't have access to clean water. The cleanest water they do have is nowhere near as clean as the reservoirs we, in Boston, were using as a water source during our "water crisis." They cannot go to a store and buy bottled water.
So, what does this mean?
Unsafe water and a lack of basic sanitation cause 80% of all disease and kill more people than all forms of violence, including war. We can change that. Just $0.98 gives 1 person clean water for 1 year.
That's why I'd like your help. This June, for my 24th birthday, I'd like to give instead of receive. It's my goal to raise $5,000 through charitywater.org to donate a well that would supply 250 people in a developing country with a reliable source of clean water for 20 years.
24=250. To me, this is immensely important. I'm asking for donations of $24, but any amount of money, large or small means someone will have access to clean water. That's what matters. I deeply hope you will consider giving to this campaign. 100% of your donations will change lives for the better; your thoughtful gift will bring joy; and your generosity will make me forever grateful.
To donate, see how your donations are spent in the field, and learn more please visit http://mycharitywater.org/ian24250. Feel free to contact me—I'd love to talk to anyone and everyone about it. And, if you'd like, pass this along to others who may be interested.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for considering this.
We are blessed so that we may bless others.
Ian.