Richie-Madden Children’s Foundation
The Not-So-Simple Life
Nicole Richie and Joel Madden are lending more than their names to the Richie-Madden Children’s Foundation, which the dynamic duo established to bring meaningful opportunities to children in the U.S. and abroad. Nicole, via her new MySpace blog/vlog, shares a recent trip to a Southern California shelter for disadvantaged families, offering a candid, first-hand look at the young lives that are being positively affected via the Richie-Madden Children’s Foundation. Make sure to watch the clip all the way through to the end for a look at the boundless inspiration and phenomenal talent of an adorable future Hollywood superstar.
Nicole at Beyond Shelter
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Hi Everyone,
This past year, philanthropy has opened my eyes to so much need and so much beauty. I have also realized how easy it is to help, and how rewarding it feels to be able to make a positive difference in someone's life.
Last week, my friend Carlos and I brought a video camera to Beyond Shelter. Just the two of us. There are 175 children with families here, most of whom have been homeless at some point.
Today, they play in a concrete courtyard. Because of the neighborhood they live in, they have nowhere else to play. I met a woman who has ten children living in a three-bedroom apartment. The Beyond Shelter rec room only allows ten kids at a time. I wish you could all go there with me and see.
I'd like to share with you a glimpse of these beautiful children through my eyes.
Please watch this video, Text "CHILD" to "90999" up to 5 times, share this with as many people as you can -- and ask them, from your heart, to join you in bringing more light and laughter to these beautiful faces.
It's just you and me making this happen. There is so much we can do together to help. A playground is just the beginning. We can change the world -- you and I.
I'm asking from my heart, and I cannot do it without your help. Please, you guys. Thank you for watching, texting and passing it on.
Peace & love,
Nicole Richie
Text CHILD to 90999 - Week One Update
In the first week of the "Text CHILD to 90999" campaign, 1,825 people from almost every state in the US have text-messaged close to $10,000 to help build a playground for the kids at Beyond Shelter. That's an average of $1,400 every day from individual $5 donations.
The playground's cost is $35,000. We expect to raise the additional $25,000 in the next few weeks -- and we need your continued help.
There are a few ways to help:
--Text "CHILD" to "90999" - up to five times - to donate $5 per text
--Take the "Ask5" Pledge and Ask Five Friends to Text "CHILD" to "90999"
--Post the photos from Beyond Shelter (see RMCF photo albums) on your site
--Post the Widget on your MySpace and other social network sites
This campaign relies on the grassroots power of individuals like you to join together and make positive change happen.
We believe every child deserves a safe and special place to play.
Please help Nicole and Joel build the playground for kids at Beyond Shelter by texting "CHILD" to "90999".
Nicole Richie and Joel Madden are lending more than their names to the Richie-Madden Children’s Foundation, which the dynamic duo established to bring meaningful opportunities to children in the U.S. and abroad. Nicole, via her new MySpace blog/vlog, shares a recent trip to a Southern California shelter for disadvantaged families, offering a candid, first-hand look at the young lives that are being positively affected via the Richie-Madden Children’s Foundation. Make sure to watch the clip all the way through to the end for a look at the boundless inspiration and phenomenal talent of an adorable future Hollywood superstar.
Nicole at Beyond Shelter
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Hi Everyone,
This past year, philanthropy has opened my eyes to so much need and so much beauty. I have also realized how easy it is to help, and how rewarding it feels to be able to make a positive difference in someone's life.
Last week, my friend Carlos and I brought a video camera to Beyond Shelter. Just the two of us. There are 175 children with families here, most of whom have been homeless at some point.
Today, they play in a concrete courtyard. Because of the neighborhood they live in, they have nowhere else to play. I met a woman who has ten children living in a three-bedroom apartment. The Beyond Shelter rec room only allows ten kids at a time. I wish you could all go there with me and see.
I'd like to share with you a glimpse of these beautiful children through my eyes.
Please watch this video, Text "CHILD" to "90999" up to 5 times, share this with as many people as you can -- and ask them, from your heart, to join you in bringing more light and laughter to these beautiful faces.
It's just you and me making this happen. There is so much we can do together to help. A playground is just the beginning. We can change the world -- you and I.
I'm asking from my heart, and I cannot do it without your help. Please, you guys. Thank you for watching, texting and passing it on.
Peace & love,
Nicole Richie
Text CHILD to 90999 - Week One Update
In the first week of the "Text CHILD to 90999" campaign, 1,825 people from almost every state in the US have text-messaged close to $10,000 to help build a playground for the kids at Beyond Shelter. That's an average of $1,400 every day from individual $5 donations.
The playground's cost is $35,000. We expect to raise the additional $25,000 in the next few weeks -- and we need your continued help.
There are a few ways to help:
--Text "CHILD" to "90999" - up to five times - to donate $5 per text
--Take the "Ask5" Pledge and Ask Five Friends to Text "CHILD" to "90999"
--Post the photos from Beyond Shelter (see RMCF photo albums) on your site
--Post the Widget on your MySpace and other social network sites
This campaign relies on the grassroots power of individuals like you to join together and make positive change happen.
We believe every child deserves a safe and special place to play.
Please help Nicole and Joel build the playground for kids at Beyond Shelter by texting "CHILD" to "90999".