Today's Word Nerd Wednesday is taking a somewhat more serious turn.
I have fun here on WNW, where we often discuss goofy language stuff or pet grammar peeves. But if you've followed me for very long, you know that my interest in language and words goes way beyond grammar.
I'm huge on bringing both adults and children into the 21st century through literacy and education. We're in place now where getting an education and knowing how to communicate (both read and write) are crucial to success.
Statistic after statistic shows that poverty is directly connected to education and literacy levels . . . especially the mother's. Increase the mom's education, and suddenly her children have a better shot at a happy, successful life.
That's why I'm joining bloggers during November to help raise funds for an LDS Philanthropies scholarship that helps single parents get degrees so they and their children can improve their lives.
From LDS Philantrophies (bolded section my emphasis):
During the month of November bloggers are uniting to help single parents like Megan. We can help bring hope with our goal to raise money for as many single parents’ scholarships as we can. At LDS Business College, each semester costs $1,800 or $3,600 a year, or $7,200 for a full two-year degree. There are 45 single parents currently in need. We can make a difference! Please choose to give and spread the word.
Why single parents?
• 28% of children now live with just one parent.
• 40% of children under 18 experience a parental breakup.
• 90% of single-parent families are headed by females.
• Single moms with children have the highest poverty rates.
• 60% of children living in mother-only families are impoverished.
• Single moms are more likely to be poor because of lower earning capacity.
• Single moms median income is only about 25% what a married couple make.
In recent years, LDSBC has placed 90% of its graduates.
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Me again. To hear Megan's story, click the speaker icon at the top of the widget in the side bar. For more information on participating in the scholarship program or on raising awareness(including getting the widget for your blog), visit LDS Philanthropies.
Even five dollars can help. (Just think: if all the bloggers who post about the scholarship, and all their readers, each gave $5, that would add up to a lot!)
Use the widget in the left column of my sidebar, and please spread the word!
2 comments:
This is a good cause. Thanks for calling our attention to it.
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Your widget's on the right, you silly goose! (Only now you can't change it, or else I'll look dumb. And that's all that matters!)
Hey, I'm doing my "I'll Write Your Family Christmas Letter" giveaway again this year, and anyone who contributes or puts the widget up or blogs about it can enter. So while you don't need me to write your letter (unless you want to send out the 'DeNae' version of your life!) let your readers know that they can pop over to my place and enter. This is such a great program; I'm so glad you're involved. You totally give us street cred.
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