As part of a life-vow I have made which is at the basis of much of my art, I donate 10% of my income from all art sales to help provide opportunity and education in developing countries. Donations thus far have focused mainly on library and school construction projects through various organizations, including:
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Peace Corps' Partnership Program provides funding for community-initiated projects being overseen by our volunteers serving around the world. Since its inception in 1964, the Partnership Program has assisted thousands of Peace Corps Volunteers, in every Peace Corps country, in order to benefit the health and well-being of host communities. 100% of contributions are directed to specific volunteer projects through the website.
www.peacecorps.org
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Bridges Across Borders is an international, non-governmental organization formed to address the root causes of violence and hatred in the world. Bridges Across Borders sets about dissolving the imagined and imposed borders and weaving relationships between nations; teaching skills for peaceful conflict resolution. Tasks include initiating projects and seeking assistance for communities in need of basic services and sustenance, working to provide educational opportunities, promote Fair Trade cooperatives, and localized economies.
www.bridgesacrossborders.org/
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