CHANGE AT HOME
Pennies for Peace (P4P) is lucky enough to hear inspiring
stories from children of all ages, from all over the world,
who are partnering with P4P to make a difference in the
lives of others. With their spare change and a little bit of
kindness, these boys and girls, are providing children in remote regions of the
world with educational opportunities they might never have had otherwise.
Jason is a great example of the amazing initiative some students take.
“I earn my money by recycling cans and bottles from neighbors and my mom’s
work. I like to donate when I see people in need. We also have a jar at home
we call the “Mr. Phil” jar named after a neighbor who is an
amazing man. We put our extra money/change into the jar
throughout the year and when we find a family or a cause who
needs a donation, we use that money. The school 2nd grade
book club was reading Listen to the Wind and in that back
of the book it said that a penny buys a pencil and one dollar
pays for a month of education so I wanted to donate to the
kids who need school supplies and an education”
Don’t miss out on your chance to make a difference, just like Jason. Here are a
few ways to get started:
• A friendly competition – shake out couch cushions, look under your
bed, and see who can collect the most coins.
• Get and give - Do you get an allowance? Each month donate a
portion to P4P. You can save up for that video game you’ve always
wanted and help a child in need.
• Something for everyone - Parents, teachers, and businesses, we
have something for you too. Check out penniesforpeace.org to
learn about our free resources, toolkits, and curriculums.
All donations (100 percent!) go directly to projects overseas, including building
new schools, repairing and improving existing schools, and purchasing equipment
such as uniforms, furniture, and school supplies for students and teachers in
Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan.
Join Jason and Pennies for Peace today.
Learn more or register at penniesforpeace.org.
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