Hi, my name is Bill and I am 40.
I feel like there needs to be a 12-Step Program for this. I am in the denial phase right now, so I just thought I would put my issues out there.
Seriously... I am feeling really good about turning 40. I'm embracing this passage into my 5th decade of life with a lot of anticipation. I'll share some personal reflections on that coming up in the next few days.
In the meantime I want to celebrate my birthday ODW Style...
ODW stands for One Day's Wages - a new non-profit organization just launched this year by Eugene Cho and his wife, Minhee, from Seatttle, WA - who have been an incredible inspiration to me through their dedication and commitment to the work they are doing.
This risk-taking couple was inspired to start ODW after traveling and seeing for themselves the disparity in the world. They are driven by the belief that we have the capacity to end extreme global poverty.
ODW is an international grassroots movement dedicated to ending extreme global poverty. ODW promotes awareness, invites giving, and supports sustainable relief through partnerships, especially with smaller organizations in developing regions. Our vision is to change global issues ofinjustice affecting millions of people, regardless of race, culture, sex, age, or religion.
ODW inspires people around the world to simply donate one day’s wages, or any amount you wish to invest; and to renew that pledge monthly, quarterly or yearly on their birthdays.
Today, on my 40th birthday, I am giving one day's wages (1/365th or .04% of my income) to help ODW make an impact in the world.
One of the organizations that ODW is in partnership with is Not For Sale - a group that fights sex trafficking in places like Nepal (where my daughter Miyah is from). So, when you give to ODW you are making a huge impact in the world by helping to do vital work - like rescuing young girls from being sold into the commercial sex trade.
You have to check out the amazing work of One Day's Wages.... and consider giving one of your day's wages on your birthday this year!
The Movement of One Day's Wages from One Day's Wages on Vimeo.
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