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It's the right thing to do.

I want to remind my self that I have done something to the progress of human civilization before taking my last breath on earth.

Every child should have a bright future. It's our job to make it happen.

life is precious

i need to give a meaning to my life

Should be enough for all if we share

We are all one people.

We all deserve an equal chance

everyone deserves to have the best life possible

I really don't like while I'm walking down the streets and I see people just lying there, with nothing else to do, and nowhere to go. I feel sorry for them. Gabriel, Age 9

We should all feel comfort knowing where our next meal will come from. Poverty is not and should not be taken as a given; correcting the imbalances in the world is good for all our souls.

Poverty is the root of all conflict

Grateful for our blessings, want to do what we can to help others...

it time to do that

May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy. Psalm 126 (v. 5)

If everybody chipped in just $10, we could wipe out world poverty. And why shouldn't we? It's 2009. WWJD? Can you not spare $10?

I just turned 2 and I like to share and make new friends.

it helps.....

It is my wish that all Mankind will be permitted to live with sufficient Health, Harmony and Prosperity.

I was given a chance and I want to return the favor.

we can! together, each one doing whatever we can

Be the change you wish to see in the world. :)

It's the right thing to do and the best for the planet.

it is the right thing to do. No one should go hungry. No one should live a life of desperation and fear. If there is enough love and compassion in the world, we can overcome poverty.

It takes so little too help people make important changes in their lives and the lives of their families and communities.

it's time to stop it

Anyone in the world deserves a quality life. Togheter we can stop the hungry around the world.

We in the west who throw away a lot of food each day while people are starving or barely getting enough food to survive, must help our brothers and sisters in poorer countries.

A little part we could do, a small improvement we would achieved for them. Cherio!

WE ARE ALL ONE FAMILY AND NOW IS THE TIME TO LOVE EACH OTHER AND HELP EACH OTHER THERE WILL BE HEAVEN ON EARTH, FOR WE ARE CREATING IT .LOVE&LIGHT

WE ARE ALL ONE FAMILY AND NOW IS THE TIME TO LOVE EACH OTHER AND HELP EACH OTHER THER WILL BE HEAVEN ON EARTH, FOR WE ARE CREATING IT .LOVE&LIGHT

This is our call.

Pernicious poverty destroys ones soul!

all beings deserve food, shelter and stability. May all beings be relieved of suffering.

Everyone deserves to live a quality life.

I dedicate this to my mother, Jackie Poling, in honor of her work to help poor mothers and children; and in thankfulness for her agape love, which has always made me rich.

Dear Mom, Thank you for your wise words of wisdom, kindness and compassion. We make this donation in your name....because you have always taught us the importance of giving to those in need. Love u

"human rights are women's rights - and women's rights are human rights." - Hillary Rodham Clinton Happy Mother's Day 2009

"human rights are women's rights - and women's rights are human rights." - Hillary Rodham Clinton Happy Mother's Day 2009

On behalf of my mom, Grandma R, and Grandma W, so that all mothers can provide the best opportunities for their next generations

Women and children deserve to live with dignity. this gift is in honor of my mother Josephine Gibb Penland who taught all of her girls how to live in dignity and to take care of themselves. Thanks Mom

Poverty harms everyone's future.

It's sad when people with the ability to share even a little looks the other way and pretend that everything is okay.

Seid barmherzig. Das Leben ist schon schwer genug! (Kurt Tucholsky)

Honoring my mother and my kids. I wish everyone has it as good as I do.

Honoring my mother and my kids. I wish everyone has it as good as I do.

In honour of Rita (mum) who works tirelessly for others and has been surrogate mum to many, on Mother's Day 2009.

No one should have to live in poverty

It is important to all of us.

Poverty is a vicious cycle and stiffles growth of human race. Non-equitable distribution of opportunities is a recipe for conflicts and unstability in nature.

For my sweet babboo - Misha

For my sweet babboo - Misha

it s our responsibility as a human being and the way you do it is great. MR Mohamed Yunus is one of a great man that do an amazing thing with a simple idea. He makes us happy to contribute.

we can.

By feeding another I am only feeding myself. We all deserve the respect that credit can give us. Thank you for all the work you do.

it pains me to know that men, women, and children are suffering.

Families need a chance to thrive.

I want the world to be a better place for everyone.

I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Kyrgyzstan and I understand first hand the challenges and heartbreak of poverty. My $20 can do a little - together we can do a lot.

Just because.

Every time we have good financial news - there is away to give back and share that. This is such a great way to do it. We give locally with a focus and at random. This initiative gives reach. Thanks

Because Christ calls... "Insofar as you did it to one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did it to Me.”"

everyone deserves food, clothing,shelter and safety

I am very fortunate to have a job, health, and relative luxuries compared to some others. My contribution was small, but I always think if everyone of us gave a tiny bit it might just make a difference. I like the work that Grameen does because it gives p

It is what will lift people to their potential. It creates a virtuous cycle.

it's disgraceful that it can still exist in a world with such greed and excess.

We are always and eternally living within a universe where everything, seen and unseen, comes from one source and we are all one with that source. If you believe it, you can achieve it.

It is the single biggest cause of suffering in the world. Whether it's financial or resource poverty it causes hunger, illness, lack of education which all lead to personall and societal suffering.

poverty is awful, and sharing feels good.

We can do it

It is a good way to change the world and leave your mark. For those of us who have the means, it isn't a drop in the bucket but can change lives for those who are financially less fortunate.

Living in the US we do not know true poverty

Women hold up half the sky!!

We are on this planet to teach and to learn - it is our choice as to what depth we do each of these.

in this period of crisis, the rich countries should focus more and more to stop powerty.

For Vika, You have a wonderfully kind and generous heart. Your depth of caring for others is complemented by your sharp intellect. You make the world a better place. Happy Valentine's Day, Kim

there should be NO poverty at all and it is really possible in this one world we can do it

From Lino to Marta with infinite love. You are the woman with whom I want to spend the rest of my life. Buon San Valentino Cerbiattina dolce!

Happy Birthday Santi & Bryon. Because when you follow a man with dirty feet & radical ideas, then loving the least of these matters most. Thanks for showing me shrewdness- Keep it up.

We're all God's children.

what a silly question........

Nobody should have to live like that in the modern world.

For Mom, Lee and Rob L - With love and gratitude for supporting me in my endeavors far from home.

This as a valentine from our family to you!

Yes we can.

with enough people with awareness who are willing to take an action, it is possible.

every human is without exception entitled to the very dignity, justice and fairness that impoverishment otherwise denies them.

No one should die of huger.

It is not fair that so many people are dying of starvation when so many of us could do a lot for helping them.

podemos

we must...and we can.

Yes, we can

These childern were begging to surivie on the streets in Lagos Nigeria. They and all childern deserve shelter,food and a chance for an education. I hope we help them all

Because this organization is proven to be an effective way to empower the poor by lifting themselves out of destitution and breaking the vicious cycle that keeps them in a perpetual state of poverty.

I wish my good fortune to be available for everyone.

Every human being deserves the opportunities that I`ve enjoyed. Some of us, "the lucky ones", can help finance this new social justice. To me, Grameen spells opportunity!

it's important to make all the kids on earth feel better and be happy.

it will help the children get clothes, homes and stay healthy. And that's important for kids like me.

one world ul

It's not fair for any child to have to endure poverty.

Because I can help.

Where there is a will there is a way.

Our world is only as strong as those most in need.

It's amazing how a donation that is relatively small for a US citizen can accomplish so much in other parts of the world

Sharing is Caring

we must all help one another

we want our children to care about things in this world that are important, like eliminating poverty.

we want our children to care about things in this world that are important, like eliminating poverty.

It's a moral imperative. If we can eradicate poverty, then the various other ills that plague our planet will be much easier to fight. We must help people gather the strength to fight for their lives!

people in so many places around the world deserve to have a better life.

everyone should do what they can, when they can

May Divine Love Pervade!

Every person is of infinite and unchanging worth.

The children are the future

The world should give space to all the humans to live in harmony. Every one should provoke a thought and help the poor with possible resources so that they work and can live with dignity and economical freedom. They have proved this time and again.

Merry Christmas World!

it's not the way it's supposed to be

In his big world there is no reason for anyone to be poor.

We can and we should!

This gift is given for Natalie, who understands that Jesus commands us to love our neighbor, and that helping people who are hungry or hurting is a great way to show them His love.

We must be the change we wish to see in the world (Mahatma Gandhi). Merry Christmas, Jim and family.

Happy Holidays to Mom & Dad, Leena & Adam, Adam, Ronny & Karen. The world is too small to let poverty continue to decimate the lives of so many.

I was bullied a lot and though I'm now wealthy I can barely go outside or talk to people but I make a decent salary and want to end as much suffering as I can. G.F. This is a great photo w/the pixels!

I want others to be as blessed as I have been.

Everyone deserves the ability to lead a life free from abject poverty.

It is about our future for men on earth

For Christmas this year a donation has been made on your behalf to the Grameen Foundation, to support all the work they do for people who are poorer than you. Merry Christmas Nia

When you're older I hope you'll learn about all the great things the Grameen Foundation has done with this, your Christmas present. Merry Christmas John.

In honor of Carolyn and Charlie Kiefer who work hard to enable people to fulfill their God-given possibilities.

no woman should every have to worry about feeding her children. We can live in a world without poverty!

Everyone deserves a right to a life that allows for personal development and happiness.

In lieu of Christmas gifts to Bill, Jane, Doug, Laura & Daniel.

For my wife, Barbara, whom I love. We want to live together in a world where we've made a difference. Merry Christmas and Happy 2009 to EVERYONE.

Everyone has a role

we can

Maddie, Alexis, Trent and Abby deserve a better and more just world.

Every human being deserves a better a life & it is our duty to help in any possible way & make their lives worth while. We make a living by what we get but we make a life by what we give.

If our generation doesn't then all our achievments shall amount to little...

It's break my heart, and I hope that my life change financially for better -as soon as possible- in order I can help more and more. "because is giving that you receive..." " you must each make up your own mind as to how much you should give"...the Lo

my sister Lizi is my inspiration; one person can change things, and one by one, women can change the world

it just isn't fair that so few have so much.

Because there isn't any good reason why we are not able to make the tremendous resources of the world extend to each of its citizens in a meaningful way. Every person deserves a dignified life.

hardworking people deserve better. Sharing wealth is good, if its being used for constructive purposes.

Together we can make it happen.

Every person deserves a chance to pursue their dream.

No better self esteem than with a service or product to sell. I too am an entrepreneur-a book coach.

We are so blessed.

"YES WE CAN" (Obama) and we all deserve a chance

Everyone deserves a chance in life.

I want my daughter Rosemary to read in history books about a time when children died from starvation and insufficient medical care.

Poverty should really belong in a museum

every person deserves basic human rights such as health and education.

Everyone deserves happiness.

To honor our son and daughter-in-law, Beatriz ,who works to help women fight poverty daily. To help our grandchildren grow up in a world where people help each other. To celebrate the election of Barrack Obama, who we hope will help this become a reality

Merry Christmas Jamie, Wynne & Herb Love, Kathy

it is essential that the basic needs of everyone are satisfied, only then we can possibly understand that we are all equal: humans, animals and nature! if we harm others, we harm ourselves.

to share the unjustly distributed wealth of world to those who need.

It crushes the spirit.

it's very very sad that people all over the world are wasting food and others are starving!

"It is a tragic mix-up when the United States spends $500,000 for every enemy soldier killed, and only $53 annually on the victims of poverty.” -- Martin Luther King, Jr.

Lauren left us this year, but she left behind a legacy of kindness and love. We will miss her.

Poverty caused violence and wars. Reduce poverty - promote peace...

we have to...

Economic policies can be hurtful as well as powerfully helpful. Its important to defend equal access and opportunity for everyone.

its the right thing to do.

We must be the change we wish to see in the world. - Gandhi

I believe we can.

its a hardship we all could do without

one should have to live that way.

Because everybody needs to live a good life

Everyone is entitled to see the sun rise each day and feel a sense of peace and security as they do.

All people should have hope for their future, especially the little children.

We have the means to end poverty. If we lack the will, it will never happen! I want to act on my will to stop poverty.

it ain't right

bringing people out of poverty will leverage the full potential of the human race towards the scientific and cultural advances of the future

http://www.michaelmuse.com/2008/12/calling-all-my-readers.html

our future depends on it.

It is only right that no one should starve.

every little bit we can give helps

i feel that it is a responsibility to which so many are indifferent and ignorant

Every human being has the right to access their share of the world's wealth of natural resources - land, water, food... We are all from the One family after all...

Everyone is equally important.

on behalf of the students in the Service, Society and the Sacred class at HKIS, they believe that tomorrow will be bring a better world and they want to be a part of making that become a reality.

every child deserves a bright and limitless future.

We have been blessed with so much that we take for granted every day; 'to whom much has been given, much will be required'.

one world, one love

We are our sister's keeper. When one of us suffers, we all suffer. Let's win against poverty. Give and it will be given unto you - a good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over.

with today's technology and innovation, there is no reason for it in this world.

The end oif poverty will unleash untold human potential and creativity, and the web is a powerful tool to advance that cause.

We can. The solutions exist but aren't widely applied.

Stopping poverty can help individuals rise above their situations & seize opportunities they might otherwise have to pass up. Compassion is likely to spread when fewer of us go hungry or w/o shelter.

We are put on this earth to see each other through. Poverty takes many forms & everyone is fighting a battle. Love your neighbor.

here is my updated message

In honor of Mary Vokes Irvine

We need everyone's potential to build a greener, better world for our children and the following generations. A little to us is a lot to others.

the world and its peoples must grow more fruitful.

we all share our world; we can share our wealth.

We are the change.

Because it is actually possible if we all work together - adults, children, all of us.

everyone should have the opportunity to a healthy, fulfilled life.

A mission I can believe in and support

Because EVERYBODY deserves the same blessings that I have.

Because we can make a difference

Overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity. It is an act of justice. It is the protection of a fundamental human right, the right to dignity and a decent life . . . -- Nelson Mandela

It is only fair that everyone have the opportunity to live free from the burden of destitute poverty.