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Blog Action Day 2010: Water

Amy Sample Ward

More people have access to a cell phone than to a toilet. As hand-held mobile devises connected to the internet spread to cities, villages, remote communities around the world, we need to continue finding ways to use these tools to make a positive impact. 350 action in Oman Dive Center. billion people lack access to toilets.

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Why You Should Never Feel Bad About Asking Someone To Give

Bloomerang

Do you get heart palpitations when you pick up the phone to make an ask for a philanthropic gift? Don’t feel bad asking; unless survival is at issue, giving trumps hoarding. We also spur a ripple effect of generosity through our community. Do you ever worry about “intruding” before you send out a fundraising appeal ?

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