Slumdog Millionare

When it comes to movies I'm a few years behind. Tonight I FINALLY watched Slumdog Millionare, which I highly recommend if you have not seen it. After watching the movie, I went about a typical Sunday evening and sufing the web. I knew I needed to find an organization to go with my Thanksgiving theme, and I knew I wanted to go global. India and the children of India became my inspiration after watching the movie.

I came across a website who's mission is to help the millions of children that are impoverished in India (http://www.planindia.org/vision.aspx). Children are the future. I am still a firm believer that no child should go hungry, thirsty, and uneducated. They did not choose their life. We can help!!!!

Mission statement for Plan India:

Plan Vision Our vision is of a world in which all children realise their full potential in societies which respect people’s right and dignities. Plan Mission Plan strives to bring lasting improvements in the quality of life of deprived children in developing countries through a process that unites people across cultures and adds meaning and value to their lives by; Enabling deprived children, their families and their communities to meet their basic     needs and to increase their ability to participate in and benefit from their societies Building relationships to increase understanding and unity among people of different     cultures and countries. Promoting the rights and interests of the world’s children. Making the world a better place for children; these are the Strategic Directions of Plan India. Being a CCCD organization Making a long term commitment to children living in poverty To reach out to as many children as possible Working in partnership and alliances with partner NGOs, government bodies and     corporates. Being a recognised platform for children’s voice to be heard.