It's Computer Learning Month for Charity!
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Ranked #698 in Volunteering, #110,020 overall | Donates to Young Inventors International, American Institute of Architects, KIVA
What "type" of stuff can you do in October?
It means, that you're one step closer to helping a deserving charity get the financial and in-kind support they need. And it's all about technology. What could be cooler?
This month we've selected three charities that fit the computer theme:
KIVA
Young Inventors International
American Institute of Architects
My bet is you have some super creative ways to get attention for a lens to support one of these charities. Or all of them! When you're done, post your lens link below. It might end up featured.
Ideas for your lens
- Teach a Squidoo tip. Screenshots or video are super cool.
- Profile your favorite computer books.
- Teach a programming language.
- Show off your favorite wireless accessories.
- Dig up the coolest looking mouse pads.
- Tell a story about something cool you did online.
- Share tips on making a living online.
Donate Directly to KIVA
Kiva is the world's first online lending platform connecting online lenders to entrepreneurs across the globe. Make a loan to an entrepreneur in the developing world for as little as $25.
Help Young Inventors International
Young Inventors International Inc. (YII) is a not-for-profit organization with a mandate to help driven and outstanding engineering and science university students develop their skills and networks of professional and entrepreneurial opportunities.
American Institute of Architects
The AIA is the voice of the architecture profession. We're more than 83,000 members strong. The organization serves as the voice of the architecture profession and the resource for our members in service to society.
One of your lenses could be about computer book recommendations
How Computer Games Help Children Learn
Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 07/05/2009) 
A Guide to Computer User Support for Help Desk and Support Specialists, Third Edition
Amazon Price: $70.15 (as of 07/05/2009)
Computer Help for Seniors in Easy Steps
Amazon Price: $11.69 (as of 07/05/2009)
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Post your lens link here
Did you create a lens to celebrate Computer Month and donate to one of our October Spotlight Charities? Post it here! We'll pick a few great ones to showcase at the end of the month.
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Animals against Palin T-shirts
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How To Add Animoto Video To Your Squidoo Lens
This is free and so much fun! Create sassy little more...1 point
More ways to help
- tutor a child or senior (or hook up the kids to tutor the seniors!)
- donate your old computers and accessories to organizations that need them
- donate your old cell phones to shelters for 911 service
- donate a wireless router to a library or hospital. This can give internet access to dozens!
- paper, ink, and office supplies that go along with the computer are also always in need
Say hi!
chefkeem wrote...
5*s and a hearty SquidAngel Blessing for this great lens concept, Kimberly!
Posted October 29, 2008
Frankster wrote...
Great lens with good ideas and fun to boot. Bear hugs, Frankster
Posted October 05, 2008
AMK wrote...
Smart Idea fora lens to encourage others to focu on charities. Having a diffirent topic for every month too. I am very impressed!
Posted October 04, 2008
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