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This Valentine’s Day, send your heart to the Horn of Africa. While many of us are showered with affection this time of year, 1.5 million people in Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia are surviving only because of the compassion you’ve shown them. We’ve accomplished so much already with your support. But the fight is far from over. Carmen, you can help deliver lifesaving food, clean water and vital medical supplies to families in the Horn of Africa and others in urgent need around the world. Make a donation today in honor of a loved one, and send them a special Mercy Corps Valentine eCard to commemorate your gift. In some regions, the rain has started to fall, but it has often brought more devastation instead of relief. Roads that deliver critical food and supplies are flooded and impassable, and contaminated water is fueling the spread of diseases like cholera. Although most media attention has moved on, the crisis persists — millions are still in need. Every day, children and families are still going hungry. With your support, Mercy Corps can help families recover and rebuild, by providing job training and small business grants, and helping farmers boost their crop yields through drought-resistant seeds. Together we can offer long-term solutions that will help keep families alive — and help them thrive in the future. Please send your heart to the Horn of Africa today, by making a gift in honor of your loved one. Your compassion will change lives — in the Horn of Africa and around the world. Sincerely,
Dan O’Neill Founder |
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Join ERW’s Lobby Day in Olympia, March 22nd!
When the Washington state legislature introduced a bill that would expand domestic partnership benefits in 2009, you stood up and told your legislators to do the right thing. On Valentine’s Day, Senator Ed Murray and House Rep. Jim Moeller introduced legislation that would grant marriage equality to same-sex couples. We need your help again to make sure that your legislators know what matters most to you. http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=YuaE4dj8GIeGpByrH3OHpg..
Please join our friends at Equal Rights Washington at their annual Lobby Day in Olympia on March 22 to tell your legislators that equality for all communities, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity is important to you. Equal Rights Washington will make sure that you have all of the tools and information needed to make your visit a success. http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=G2sU6GoO-OwaOJCp_xWZOA..
Equal Rights Washington Lobby Day
Tuesday March 22 | 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Capitol Campus | 416 Sid Snyder Ave. SW | Olympia, WA
Click here to register for Lobby Day! http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=0pZcLQ-2quOAJT2YzAkeWA..
In addition to priority bills that deal with safe schools and family recognition, this year’s Equality Day will include an increased emphasis on preserving funding for HIV services and prevention.
Help make Lobby Day a success. Every Wednesday is volunteer night at ERW’s headquarters in Seattle where volunteers can help prepare and plan for Lobby Day. For more information, please click here.
Thank you,
President
P.S. Be sure to tell your friends and family to get involved, as well. Just click here and make sure your community is standing with you.
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Who supports workplace equality? Before you shop, read this …
Some businesses support LGBT workplace equality – and some don’t.
Which ones do you want to support when you’re out shopping around town?
With our new 2011 Buying for Workplace Equality guide and iPhone app, it’s easier than ever to find out where companies stand on workplace equality.
Browse the online version or download a free copy! >> http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=6eRH2GMGcCH_tExeBbTgCw..
From clothing to computers to kids’ stuff, from the latest hairstyles to the grocery aisles, we’ve collected data on hundreds of businesses. And some of the differences between companies selling similar products and services might surprise you:
Macy’s (100%) vs. Saks (30%*)
Staples (100%) vs. Office Depot (45%)
Nike (100%) vs. Adidas/Reebok (15%*)
UPS (100%) vs. FedEx (80%) vs. DHL (30%*)
Whole Foods (85%) vs. Trader Joes (15%*)
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams (100%) vs. Pottery Barn/West Elm (30%*)
Take a Sneak Peak inside …click on link below
http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=G_XuEnthL12P6yva3wP7TA..
Get the iPhone app:click on link below
http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=SBJkK7ij85YKZGNQ0NUm5Q..
Text SHOP and the company or product name to: 30644 click on link below and check it out
http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=i0Qg4bzy-m66yxkBECBDpA..
In today’s economy, it’s vital that we support the companies, products, and brands that have equal workplace practices for the LGBT community. As you look for that perfect pair of shoes or a great gift for a loved one this Valentine’s Day, you can use the information in this guide to help make your shopping decisions.
Check out the online guide, download a free copy, or get all the info on your phone.
http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=pkTCX-IStVD1ibzj2DGiAw..
Thanks, and happy shopping!
Warmly,
Joe Solmonese
President
* This year, HRC has provided an estimated score to businesses that have not, after repeated attempts, responded to the survey. An estimated score is reflective of the information that HRC has been able to collect without help or input from a business. Learn more here. http://www.hrcactioncenter.org/site/R?i=SnBpYTtfnITdrpf0M7dH6w..
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