Malaria is an ugly way to die.
What for many of us is a backyard pest, is a lethal injection for millions of children.
I've had Malaria. I got better. Most children don't.
You still have time to throw a party. 25 April is World Malaria Day. Have a party and celebrate each $10 raised to save lives. Follow the links here for tips and suggestions. Get your muso friends together. Arrange a bit of food, maybe some games, whatever will draw a crowd. Pass the plate or bowl or bucket. Maybe you're not in a position to send a huge check, but together, with your friends, you can do something.
"Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little."
- Edmund Burke
Why bed nets?
Bed nets are effective. The latest insecticide-treated bed nets are a very effective way to prevent mosquito bites. In sub-Saharan Africa, the use of insecticide-treated bed nets could potentially prevent 1 million child deaths. (4) Studies show that when villagers sleep under a treated net, malaria incidence is reduced up to 50-60 percent. (5)
Bed nets are inexpensive. They cost less than $10 and can last up to four years.
"Nothing liberates our greatness like the desire to help, the desire to serve."
-Marianne Williamson
If you don't wanna throw a party but want to donate in multiples of $10 US, go to IDES.org. Every $10 buys a net that will save more than one life as the kids tend to crowd together when they sleep.
All the money goes to what you designate it for.
No admin costs will come out.
International Disaster Emergency Services:
Offering help and hope to our hurting world.
-Walter Anderson
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