Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Give Back

I'm in my warm and cozy bed watching American Idol. I'm realizing how completely blessed I am. Tonight's show is their annual charity drive...American Idol Gives Back. Normally, I can't stand to watch shows like this because it makes me so emotional. I can't stand to see the children and families suffering. This particular show focuses on Africa and America. Last year was the first time American Idol did the charity drive. This year they are showing what the money that was raised last year was used for. Things like nets for people in Africa to put around their beds to help protect the families from malaria, mobile health vans that provide free check-ups for homeless and under privileged families in America, after school programs for children, etc. Last year I donated a small amount. This year I doubled my donation. I know that it is still a small amount, but it is enough to make a difference somewhere.


Our families have always been taken care of even when things were tight we all got by. If you'd like to help another family "get by" then click here Give Back and donate what you can. Even though the show is completed they are still accepting donations.




Love you all!

Jenn

1 comment:

Jeanne said...

I DVR'd the show, but haven't watched it yet. I hope I don't get too emotional. We definitely have it good here in the good ole' US of A.