One of the fondest memories that I have while growing up in the Philippines is my late father's generous Christmas tradition of helping the less fortunate.
Every year at Christmas day, he would visit depressed neighborhoods and give away money to children of all ages. He did this regularly that word spread and the line of children waiting for him every year grew longer. He found joy in helping and giving to those in need.
Philippine Flooding
Thailand Flooding
Major floods occurred during the 2011 monsoon season in Thailand which began around July 2011. The flooding is described as "the worst flooding yet in terms of the amount of water and people affected".
Over 600 people died and as of December 3rd, some areas still remained 6 feet underwater and many factory areas remained closed. You can help by
sending your donation to the Thai Red Cross.
Turkey Earthquake
Give and You'll Receive
Donate at least $25 USD AND you'll get a FREE ebook of your choice from O'Reilly Media
Between now and January 21, 2012.
Anyone who emails me a proof of their $25 USD or more donation to victims of the Philippine flooding, Thailand flooding and/or Turkey earthquake to charities listed above or charity of their choice will receive a FREE e-book voucher courtesy of O'Reilly Media.
All you have to do to claim your FREE ebook is email me a proof of your donation.
Spread The Word
Please help spread the word about this fund drive by sending this link:
Operation Christmas ShareLove: Philippines + Thailand + Turkey http://spgur.us/ShareLovePHTHTR
via e-mail, blogs, Twitter hashtag #ShareLovePHTHTR , Facebook, etc.
As the great Martin Luther King Jr. once said: "An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity."
Let's celebrate this season's spirit of giving by helping victims in the Philippines, Thailand and Turkey! Feel free to leave a comment or any questions you might have.