Showing posts with label africa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label africa. Show all posts

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Power Up Gambia



This organization was started by my cousin Jess' friend Kathryn Cunningham Hall.
Kathryn has worked incredibly hard to promote this cause. She has worked both in the states and in Africa to spread awareness, collect funding and promote change.

Their philosophy is

"We believe that grassroots efforts that stay connected to their projects for the long term are the most effective. We keep our operating budget small to maximize the impact of your donation. We believe in solar power and equity in medicine – and we volunteer our time to make the biggest impact that we can."

Kathryn was in the running for a contest sponsored by the kid's choice awards called " Dosomething.org "
Here is her video about Powerupgambia.org


(Click on image to see video)

There are many ways to help Kathryn's organization. You can be a solitary donor or get many people, schools, businesses or organizations involved.

CHECK IT OUT! :)

Elettra Rossellini Wiedemann

I am a big fan of the Rossellini family.
Ingrid Bergman,
Roberto Rossellini,
Isabella Rossellini and most recently

Elettra Wiedemann Rossellini
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Elettra is a model who is also a dedicated activist. She uses her ties in fashion and international success to promote causes she believes in. She brings clothing and style into the causes to create a larger base for assistance.

Recently, the magazine, Nylon, did an interview with Elettra and Shalom Harlow about their efforts to use ec0-friendly cloth. They also discuss their attempts to get big name designers to convert and contribute.


(Click on image to see video)

Elettra also had an interview in InStyle magazine in regards to her efforts with



and




Some of the things they ask for can be pricey for the average human, but you can also make smaller donations.