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Spare Change the World
"Spare Change the World" is a grass roots charity donation program
that supports various non-profit groups dedicated to positive
social change throughout the world.
At our many fantastic festivals and rallies, Peacemonger offers
a "tip jar for charity." I am continually humbled as so many people
are happy to leave some very nice tips! Peacemonger tops off the
final count for any given festival to the next fifty dollars.
If we work it, we'll raise upwards of $200-$300 and more per festival!
A huge hug and THANK YOU! to all who've given to this effort.
You are all amazing.
To donate via PayPal, click on the image to the left. |
| This is a replicable system. It's fairly easy
and can be a hugely rewarding experience. I'm hoping fellow festival
vendors will try it out. With ten or twenty good jars, we could
help out a good cause with thousands of dollars from each festival.
We're working on it. I appreciate your feedback. Contact me and
let me know what your favorite charity is. It's a good chance
they'll end up on our list for "Spare Change the World." If you
attend or vend at any festivals or rallies, contact me by phone
or email as soon as possible. (559) 799 8801 for details on how
you can participate. I'll supply a free jar with a laminated "Spare
Change the World" header and you can give it a try yourself!
If you wish to donate directly, click the logo. We'll put it in
our next tip jar, THANK YOU! Your donation will go to support
one of many organizations, including Doctors
Without Borders, Families
of Victims of California Fires, Greenpeace,
Peace Pilgrim,
ASH (Action on Smoking
and Health), Habitat
for Humanity, Conscious
Alliance, Common
Ground Relief, and many more.
(We are always looking for other charitable organizations
to help out with fundraising, and i'd appreciate your suggestions.
Just contact me.)
Tom Hamilton - Personal donation $300**
Special Thanks to Tom Hamilton who donated $300 to Doctors
w/o Borders through our Spare Change the World program! Tom
wanted permission to put our "COEXIST" design on the roof of his
Mini Cooper. It was suggested he donate whatever he wished, so
THANKS, Tom for your generosity. It's folks like you that keep
us inspired and motivated! |
Peacemonger's
"Spare Change the World" Stats for 2007
Peacemonger's "Spare
Change the World" Stats for 2008
You are encouraged to visit our beneficiaries. We provide the
letter below as an example of one donation to the City of Greensburg,
KS, which was wiped off the face of the Earth in May, 2007 by
an F5+ tornado. (Slideshow coming soon.) Feel free to contact
any of these non profit groups to verify our donation. Thank you
for your confidence, and your support!
* High Sierra Foundation has established a special
fund to give direct aid to those affected by Hurricanes Katrina
and Rita, and thanks to support from the High Sierra community
we've been able to donate much-needed funds to the New Orleans
music community.
** We at Peacemonger are down to these two candidates
as having anything resembling our views on the important issues
of our time. Democratic Congressman Dennis Kucinich consistently
voted against the Iraq war and it's funding, as well as Republican
Congressional Representative Ron Paul. Both are outspoken about
brining the troops home immediately, and Dennis even introduced
legislation to do so <HR1234>.
He has proposed a bold, new policy to re-establish America's place
in the world. Kucinich has the only Healthcare plan that is really
universal: <HR676>
Dennis believes in diplomacy and a return to statesmanship as
the path to strong international leadership, a new policy of investing
in our communities and our infrastructure - a new policy of Strength
through Peace. Dr. Ron Paul believes in non-intervention abroad,
The reintroduction of Sound Money, rejects the encroachment on
civil liberties under the bush administration, and embraces the
promotion of Democracy by example, not by force.
† As 500,000 people are displaced from their homes
due to wildfires that rage through southern California, Common
Ground Collective is sending a delegation of volunteers to assist
with local relief efforts. Common Ground is a community-initiated
volunteer organization that offers assistance, mutual aid and
support to the New Orleans area. This delegation consists of eight
people, including Malik Rahim, a co-founder of Common
Ground Collective.
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We are also supporting a fair trial for the "Jena 6" and many other
civil/human rights travesties which are dominating news headlines. We
support their efforts and hope you do to.
Dear Jerry and
Peacemonger.org:
Please accept our appreciation and
sincere thanks for your generous donation in the amount of
$300.00 to the Greensburg Rebuilding Fund.
The City of Greensburg, Kansas has
not provided any goods or services in considerationfor this
donation. The City of Greensburg, Kansas is an organization
defined under IRS code section 170(c)(1) and qualifies for
the charitable contribution deduction under IRS code section
170(a)(1). The city will be managing the fund and will use
the money to restore the community of Greensburg.
Thank you for your support in our time
of need.
Thank you Jerry,for your interest in
our town. We believe and have hope in rebuilding Greensburg,
but need help. The task is overwhelming. To date we have received
$237,793.38 in this rebuilding fund.
Donations can be sent to:
Greensburg State Bank
P.O. Box 787
Greensburg, Kansas 67054
Checks can be made out to "Greensburg
Rebuilding Fund"
With kind regards.
Dea Corns |
| Peace
Pilgrim
July 18,
1908 - July 7, 1981
Spiritual Teacher, Non
Violence Advocate,
Peace Prophet
peacepilgrim.org |
"This is the way of peace:
Overcome evil with good,
and falsehood with truth, and hatred with love."
- Peace Pilgrim |
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Action
For Animals - Action alerts, events, volunteer and donation
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Animals
Asia - deals with dog/cat and bear farming in Asia, and allows
users to donate money to prevent this abuse.
Farm
Animal Reform Movement - FARM is a national, tax-exempt,
educational organization advocating a plant-based diet and rights
for farmed animals through six annual grass-roots campaigns and
other programs.
North
American Wolf Association - Lots of information about wolves
and stories that will touch your heart and hopefully move you
towards positive action in regard to them.
Vegan
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VegSource.com
- The mission of Vegsource is to offer the most up to date health
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Action
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Environmental Defense
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than 300,000 members and has been around since 1967. They have
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Fair
Trade Quilts & Crafts - They are a Fair Trade business
specializing in quilts, bedspreads and crafts created by artisan
coops from the developing world. See their lising in the most
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Greenpeace
- Gather information, interact with them and join them in
their struggle to keep the world safe from ourselves! Focus on
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and forests.
JumpstartFord.com
- Ford Motor Company likes to claim it's an environmental, forward-thinking
company. But, it's rhetoric does not match reality. Ford's failure
to innovate is fueling some of the world's worst problems. See
what you can do to help.
Mother
Jones - Celebrating 25 years of raising hell. They have web
exclusives that aren't found in their monthly magazine.
Save
the Rainforest.net - Save the Rainforest, one click at a time!
One click saves 20 sq. ft. of rainforest. They need sponsors,
too.
FEMINIST & WOMEN'S ISSUES
The
Feminist Majority - This site empowers women through research,
the sharing of information and effective action. Fax your Member
of Congress from their site, check out their events calendar or
donate to the cause, plus lots more.
The
Feminist Planet - They feature organic, eco-friendly and unique
items plus they offer a place to share your stories, fiction,
poetry and zines.
N.A.R.A.L.
- The National Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League.
Up-to-date information and ways to make a difference on choice
issues.
National
Organization for Women - They've got Action Alerts, News Highlights
(including their "Outrage of the Week"), an Activist Toolkit (Write
to Congress, Tell the Media, Send an e-Card, Sign a Petition)
and many interesting articles that you just won't see anywhere
else!
The
Vipe Girl - Vipe.org is a male-friendly feminist website that
deals with body issues. You'll see Vipe Girl wearing our "Standards"
shirt on the home page. Check it out!
WomanWithin.Org
- Woman Within International is a not-for-profit organization
offering educational opportunities for women to discover the power
of who they are and encourages women to communicate this in their
relationships, families, workplaces and communities.
GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL, &
TRANSGENDER
365Gay.com
- Canada's National Daily Gay & Lesbian Magazine
ACT
UP
- New York - ACT UP is a diverse, non-partisan group of individuals
united in anger and committed to direct action to end the AIDS
crisis. Check out their training for civil disobedience and Diva
TV netcasts!
Gay
& Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation - GLAAD is dedicated
to promoting and ensuring fair, accurate, and inclusive representation
of individuals and events in all media as a means of eliminating
homophobia and discrimination based on gender indentity and sexual
orientation.
Gay
and Lesbian Athiests and Humanists - GALAH's main goals are
to support equal rights for lesbians, gays, transgenders, and
bisexuals; educate people about atheism and humanism; support
separation of church and state; and provide freethinkers with
opportunities to get to know each other. They have meetings in
San Francisco, CA, Washington, DC, and Los Angeles, CA.
Parents,
Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays - PFLAG is a
national non-profit organization with over 80,000 members and
supporters and more than 460 affiliates in the U.S.A. They celebrate
diversity and envision a society that embraces everyone, including
those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.
GayVote.com
- This site was founded prior to the midterm elections in 1998
with the goal of mobilizing the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered
vote. This site is a starting point for election education-- with
comprehensive high level information on races across the country
and then links where visitors can get more detailed information.
The
Mankind Project - The Mankind Project has two goals. The first
is to initiate men into a mature masculinity, to lead lives of
integrity, connection to feeling, and a renewed responsibility
for their personal mission in the world. And, the second goal
is to be of service to the community. They are "changing the world
one man at a time."
The
Men's Health Network - The MHN is a non-profit educational
organization made up of physicians, researchers, public health
workers, individuals and other health care professionals. They
were founded in 1992 by a group of men's activists and writers
interested in improving the health and well-being of men, boys
and families.
The
Men's Issues Page - While most everyone understands the concept
of rape, domestic violence and abuse, most people associate these
problems with women. Unfortunately, they can also occur among
the male population.
The
White Ribbon Campaign (Canadian) - "Men working to end men's
violence against women." The WRC is the largest effort in the
world of men working to end men's violence against women. It relies
on volunteer support and financial contributions from individuals
and organizations.
The
Entheogen Review - This is a quarterly publication that serves
as a clearinghouse for current data about the use of visionary
plants and drugs. Think of it as a network newsletter, the voice
of a community of subscribers seeking and sharing information
on the cultivation, extraction and ritual use of entheogens.
AIM
Movement.org -Grand Governing Council - This is THE main site
for the AIM movement. You can read about how AIM formally started
1968 out of the violence of police brutality in Minneapolis, MN
and the voiceless despair of Indian people in the courts. AIM
is attempting to connect the realities of the past with the promise
of tomorrow. They are the Warriors Class of this century, who
are bound to the bond of the Drum, who vote with their bodies
instead of their mouths. Their business is hope. American Indian Movement - This site gives us a background
of why AIM was started, a chronological history of AIM, suggested
reading materials and upcoming events.
Leonard
Peltier Defense Committee - The LPDC seeks the immediate release
of Leonard Peltier. The LPDC is the center of communication between
Leonard Peltier, his supporters, his family, the media, key government
officials, and all other relevant persons.
Western
Shoshone Defense Project
- Their mission is to affirm Newe (Western Shoshone) jurisdiction
over Newe Sogobia (Western Shoshone homelands) by protecting,
preserving, and restoring Newe rights and lands for present and
future generations based on cultural and spiritual traditions.
Act
Against War.org - What you can do now and what you can do
to act against war if and when it happens.
Adbusters
- These Canadians challenge corporate greed and help us to get
our senses back from campaigns like TV Turnoff Week, Reclaiming
Urban Space and Buy Nothing Day. Check them out and see if you
don't start to get yourself back!
The
Center For Public Integrity - Their mission is to provide
the American public with the findings of its investigations and
analyses of public service, government accountability, and ethics-related
issues via books, reports and newsletters.
Choose
The Blue - Do you know how much a corporation and its employees
put behind a political party, its candidates, and its causes?
Democrats.com
- They're the largest independent community of democrats. They're
the "aggressive progressives!" Join 'em, get their newsletter,
and be progressive!
Derechos
Cafe - A Human Rights Hangout - They're an international organization
working for the respect and promotion of human rights all over
the world. Their current focus is Latin America. They use the
internet as their primary communication and information tool.
DraftGore.com
- There is a growing movement of people who would like to see
Al Gore run for President in 2008.
The
Disclosure Project - This is a nonprofit research project
working to fully disclose the facts about UFOs, extraterrestrial
intelligence, and classified advanced energy and propulsion systems.
Real life X-Files!
East
Timor Action Network/US - ETAN/US is a member of the International
Federation for East Timor, they support La'o Hamutuk (Institute
for Reconstruction Monitoring & Analysis, and they work with
the Indonesia Human Rights Network.
End
Homelessness Now - Every night over 700,000 people are homeless.
40% are women with children. Click on the button (on their site)
once a day to raise funds for shelters.
Hwy
X - You've got everything from Rachel Corrie who was killed
by an Israeli bulldozer, while protesting the demoliton of a Palestinian
home, to a link to the Rosicrucian Order! Absolutely a must to
check out! They've got a brand new Forum, so check it out!
Health
Care Without Harm - Their mission is to transform the health
care industry worldwide, without compromising patient safety or
care, so that it is ecologically sustainable and no longer a source
of harm to public health and the environment.
The
Hunger Site - Click on the button on their site to give free
food to those in need at no cost to you! 24,000 die daily. Please
help.
Michael
Moore - You can read his Oscar speech here on his site, sign
up for his newsletter, and be assured he'll tell you non-fiction,
as opposed to the stories and lies we're all used to hearing.
Order "Bowling for Columbine" from his site and support his work.
Peace
& Justice Center, Burlington, VT - Since its inception
in 1979, the Peace & Justice Center has been involved in projects
that address the fundamental causes of Vermont's social, economic,
and racial problems, as well as national and international areas
of concern, through campaigns, educational programs, and anti-racism
training that promote racial justice, equity, economic justice,
democracy and civic participation.
People
for the American Way - These folks are committed to defending
democracy and bringing the ideals of community, opportunity, diversity,
equality and fairness together to form a strong, united voice.
They conduct research, legal and educational work, and monitor
and research the Religious Right movement and it's political allies.
Protest.Net
- These folks offer a calendar of protests, meetings and conferences.
Check for protests in your region, read the protest news, or post
an upcoming protest in your area.
Support
Sanity.org - These folks are building massively-visible mass
support for an even-handed, two-state solution for Israel and
Palestine. Buy their pin and support their cause!
Teaching
For Change.org - They provide curriculum guides and other
resources to help teachers engage students in innovative classroom
activities that deal with issues of equity and social justice.
They have an online catalog of hundreds of multicultural anti-racist
books, videos, posters, and other classroom resources.
TransplantAwareness,
Inc. - They've got news, links, and contacts, plus t-shirts,
stickers and pins promoting organ donations.
True
Majority - Founded by Ben Cohen from Ben & Jerry's Ice
Cream, True Majority is a grassroots education and advocacy project
of Priorities, Inc. Register with them and you can send faxes
to your congresspeople and national leaders.
Union
Communication Services - They publish and distribute steward
advice, labor news, graphics and books that help progressive union
leaders rally their members and build their unions.
Voices
in the Wilderness - This is a campaign to end the economic
sanctions against the people of Iraq. They have myths and realities
regarding Iraq, the U.S. and economic sanctions, news and alerts,
photos and more.
Working
Assets Long Distance - Working Assets is a long distance,
credit card, Internet services, and broadcasting company that
was created to build a world that is more just, humane and environmentally
sustainable.
Boys
To Men Mentoring Network - Through a structured yet informal
program, they've created a unique and safe place where boys from
12 to 16 can regularly interact with committed, conscientious
adult men. With the understanding that inside each boy is a "man
of honor," these boys learn their own individual strengths, talents
and gifts, which they can develop into positive life skills and
share with their community.
Inner
Self - Get the best of their site delivered to your inbox
every week. Or, visit their site, dealing with health, relationships,
astrology, spirituality, parenting, creating realities, sexuality,
and holistic politics.
RoleMottos.com
- Franklin Greenwald, aphorist at large! We've carried his work
in our catalog. Now, you can get it direct!
SeanAlonzo.com
- SeanAlonzo.com is the official site of occult fiction author
Sean-Alonzo, exploring symbolism, alternative history, philosophy,
secret societies and other areas of the esoteric tradition.
Your
Expedition - This is an international motivation company that
inspires and enables people and teams to actively pursure their
dreams by providing unique, quthentic, personal storeies of dreams
in action as well as the knowledge and tools needed to take action.
Their business was launched through the Bancroft Arnesen Expedition,
the first all-women's crossing of the Antarctica by renown explorers
Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft.
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