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Habitat for Humanity

 * Today's article was written by Krystal William... What comes to mind at the word 'habitat'? Most people's answer will be something in relation to animals, such as polar bears struggling with global warming or the rare birds of the Galapagos, whose natural habitat has been reduced or altered by human activity. What gets sidelined in such associations is the fact that humans need a place to live, too-and human habitat is a burning issue throughout the world today, from the most industrialized to the developing countries and everywhere in-between. The recognition of a need to assist fellow humans in getting a roof over their heads has no greater advocate than the world-renowned organization Habitat for Humanity. What does Habitat for Humanity do? Habitat for Humanity International was founded in 1976 and now has branches in some 70 countries and all the states of the United States. Since its work started, the organization has collectively...

Amazing Organizations

 -- Referral Corner -- Ahh... It is time to once again celebrate just a few of the hundreds of thousands of amazing organizations that strive to make this planet a better place.  Global March Against Child Labor : is a movement born out of hope and a desire to set children free from servitude. They help protect and promote the rights of children, including access to free education. Their work also includes an action plan against poverty and illiteracy. GlobalMarch.org Action Against Hunger / ACF International Network is a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. Recognized as a leader in the fight against malnutrition, ACF works to save the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with sustainable access to safe water and long-term solutions to hunger. With 30 years of expertise in emergency situations of conflict, natural disaster, and chronic food insecurity, ACF runs life-saving programs in some 40 countrie...