Charities

Because Awareness is Always in Style
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December 2011:
December is Red Ribbon Month, or AIDS awareness month.  I have written at length about my feelings towards AIDS research and how I think HIV/AIDS should never be considered "A Gay Problem".  It's a Human Problem and it's up to us to find a solution.  Aside from the the links listed below in the Charities list, you can also show your support by creating a digital panel for the 2011 AIDS Quilt.


October 2011:
Want to be part of something amazing?  My favorite singer, Ally Burnett, is offering you a chance to be in her new video, "We Are All The Same."  The goal of the video is to help kids who feel bullied and depressed know that they are not along, and there are people out there who can help, but we need YOU to contribute.  Click here to learn more.


April 2011:
Tornadoes ripped through the south eastern US, leaving lives lost and a trail of devastation in their wake.  The American Red Cross is doing everything they can, but they need your help.  Click here to see what you can do.

March 11th, 2011:
A massive 8.9/9.0 magnitude earthquake hit the Pacific Ocean nearby Northeastern Japan at around 2:46pm on March 11 (JST) causing damage with blackouts, fire and tsunamis.
Google has provided resources for you to help the people affected by the disaster. Even if you are not able to donate anything, please pass this along to everyone you know. Japan is a beautiful country, steeped in rich traditions, and has always held a special place in my heart. I studied Japanese culture for several years and have fallen in love with with it. Please do what you can, every little bit helps.
Click here to go to Google's resource page.

March 3rd, 2011:
"Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world." - Marilyn Monroe
I just discovered Rock the Red Pump, which takes place on March 10th.  It's in order to promote solidarity for the women and girls around the world who have HIV/AIDS.  The red shoe is a symbol of empowerment for us ladies.  I'll be participating this year!  You should, too!

The Red Pump Project
January 13th, 2011: I just discovered the FCKH8 Campaign.  AND I LOVE IT.  It's purple and glittery and uses the F-Bomb.  And best of all, it promotes Gay Rights.  It is... THE FUCKING BEST.  check out their website and this awesome video (the actual video is after about 25 seconds of outtakes) :
November 20th, 2010:  A message from my good friend, the Ginger DJ:
"Brian Merritt was the inspiration for me to play music, and to be a better person.  My brother from another mother.  He left us too soon, but he'll never be forgotten. 
We'd like to help raise some money for the family he left behind."



Donate money to the Brian Merritt Memorial College Fund.
Just click the "send money" tab, and enter Iansocha@gmail.com.

Why are you giving this guy money? Click here for the story.
October 20th, 2010: The recent media attention on the suicides due to bullying really hit home for me.  I was a victim of terrible child hood bullying, and I also lost one of my closest friends to suicide in 2006.  Bullying comes in many forms, and its not normal, or natural.  I urge everyone out there to take part, either with donations or making a video of your own story and submitting them to the It Gets Better Project. (http://itgetsbetterproject.com). 
Check out my video for the It Gets Better Project:






April 30th, 2010:  The April 20th, 2010 Gulf Of Mexico Oil Spill is one of the biggest environmental disasters in the history of the world. Below are links to point you in the right direction to help. If you live in the Southern Coastal States, contact your local chapter of the Environmental Protection Agency, or your Governor to find out what more you can do. We need Volunteers from all over!
The EPA - The Environmental Protection works around the clock to protect our natural resources.  Check here to find out what you can do for your local chapter.

WWF - The World Wildlife fund will be taking donations to help animals that will be affected by the disaster.

Dawn Soap - Surprisingly, Dawn Soap has been helping save wildlife for years. Their products were used to help clean up animals during the Exxon-Valdez, and they are donating money to help disaster efforts.

Audubon Nature Institute - The Institute is accepting donations and sending volunteers to help the animals and plant life of the wetlands of Louisiana.


Below is a list of Charities and Awareness Organizations I've been involved with at one time or another.  While I can't possibly give as much time or money as I would like to these worthy causes, I can spread the word to others and hope to help make a difference for the millions of people and animals these charities affect.

Animal Rights and Global Conservation
ASPCA
Conservation Network
Earth Hour
Humane Society
PETA
Save the Rainforest
Save the Whales
World Wildlife Fund

Cancer /Terminal Illness
American Cancer Society
Love Harder
March of Dimes
New Lungs For Chuck
Susan G Komen Foundation

Disaster Relief Efforts
American Red Cross
Chile
Haiti
Japan
South Eastern US

Gay Rights/Suicide Prevention/Anti-Bullying
Change.org 
FCKH8.COM
Freedom to Marry: Support Gay Marriage in All 50 States
Human Rights Campaign  
It Gets Better Project 
NOH8
Speak Out 
The Trevor Project



HIV and AIDS
ACT UP
Join Red
MAC AIDS FUND
One Tough Pirate
Rock The Red Pump
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