Pencils of promise is a for purpose organization that builds schools, trains teachers and funds scholarships. Adam Braun, the founder, worked in the financial industry but had a calling, a purpose he had to fulfill. When backpacking he asked a child in each country "what would you like the most". After a boy in India answered "A pencil" it stuck with him until he had to do something about it.
Educating our children lifts them and their communities out of poverty.
In addition to helping these communities these schools are observed for learning strategies that can be put to use globally.
Not originally my first or starting pick but listened to very cool videos today - thanks Toby
http://breakfastwithted.blogspot.com/2014/05/eggs-curry-and-adam-braun.html
http://tedxtalks.ted.com/video/The-Five-Phrases-That-Can-Chang;search%3Atag%3A%22tedxcolumbiacollege%22
Adam has a great perspective on success and goals.
Contribution = $20, hopefully it will not always be money but with full-time job and full-time family this is what can be offered for now.
Week 1!
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