But many of those ministries also struggle with the question: How can Christians meet needs in ways that really help the poor? He encourages micro-lending and investing to encourage small business initiatives, urging that grants be offered sparingly. Their ministry may be able to focus only on one need, such as providing food for families or individuals who need help. Toni Medina, coordinator of the food pantry at First Baptist Church in Elgin, Texas, recognizes without the help her church provides, some families in her community east of Austin would suffer.
In , 27 percent of Elgin residents lived below the poverty line, compared to a state average about 23 percent. More than 11 percent of Elgin residents reported income below 50 percent of the poverty line.
Single-parent households headed by women comprised more than three-fourths of the poor families in Elgin. The food pantry, which receives support from the Texas Baptist Hunger Offering, has safeguards and systems in place to avoid abuse. Beyond that, we can help others realise that it is possible to end extreme poverty, that we are already making significant progress, and that practical steps can be taken to overcome the challenges that remain. As we reflect on the changes of the last generation, we can look forward a generation and see a real prospect of extreme poverty not existing.
Click here to learn about the Millenium Development Goals. Sign up Sign in with Facebook Sign in with Apple or. Rerequest with Facebook. This account has been deactivated. Governance To see an end to extreme poverty, there are three big issues that we need to see action on — governance, aid and trade. Trade Ultimately, extreme poverty ends when local communities can trade their way to a better future. The key to tackle poverty does not lie in doling out benefits to the needy.
The focus here should be on equipping them with all the necessary tools quality education, healthcare, safety and security, professional skills, etc. NGOs like Save the Children are providing children of today who are the future of tomorrow theright tools and paving the way for them to march ahead in life. The organisation is helping deprived children get a chance at a fulfilling childhood by providing them quality learning opportunities, access to healthcare, protection from abuse and harm and relief and rehabilitation during disasters and emergencies.
The idea is to empower the most marginalised children of India to grow up into mature, healthy and skilled adults who can earn a decent livelihood and leave behind the life of poverty.
However, for all their activities, NGOs are reliant on donations. If you have the heart and the bent of mind to help people come out from the quagmire of poverty, what better thing to do than to donate to a credible and trusted NGO working for disadvantaged children. Your money will be put to efficient use to conduct social welfare projects for children and enable them to get a sound childhood. When thousands of donors contribute to NGOs on a regular basis, the latter build a pool of fund which is then used to devise and execute projects which bring poor children under the purview of several benefits.
You can use your social clout and organize different types of fundraising activities. This includes marathons, social events, concerts, birthday fundraiser, etc. The latest in the world of fundraising is Crowdfunding. You can also run marathons or accomplish other feats as a way to raise money, as long as you ask people to be your sponsor. You can also ask for donations to different charities rather than receiving gifts for your birthdays, weddings, or other events.
This can be done by buying products from websites that donate a portion of their proceeds to charity, or from nonprofit organizations that sell shirts or other merchandise to help the cause.
The Borgen Project even has a Visa Card that has no annual fee, and some unique card designs. Basically, when possible, buy from places that will help the cause.
This can be done by living your life as normal, but adding in charity donation so that everyone can get involved. On the other hand, you can also host poverty-based events or parties with the pure purpose of raising awareness on poverty and discussing its issues.
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