Mosquito Nets Save Lives

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January 13, 2010 • written by staff

Malaria kills…. about 1 million people a year, mostly people living in Africa. And here’s another sad fact:  Every 30 seconds a child in Africa dies from malaria.

With those sad statistics in mind, it is pretty amazing to realize that something as simple, as old school and as inexpensive as a mosquito net can save lives.  The United Nations foundation, Nothing But Nets provides insecticide treated nets, sets them up, and educates people about their value.

This week you will find paper cups in your first hour classroom to raise money for this worthy and straightforward cause. If you like charities that are clean, straight and simple, this is the cause for you– No bells or whistles, not much bureaucracy,  just money for a good cause.  Please give generously.  Your class has an opportunity to win breakfast, but more importantly, we all have a chance to be global citizens.  After the drive, you can still support this important cause by going to:

 http://www.nothingbutnets.net/nets-save-lives/

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