Project: Educate Ethiopia

I began throwing this idea around during the summer: 25 million Americans donate $20 each. That would be enough to pay for a year's worth of books and uniforms for EVERY child in Ethiopia. $20: the price of a compact disc, a DVD, less than a tank of gas. I think this type of targeted solicitation would have greater appeal than simply increasing federal international aid. Americans need to feel like they are contributing toward a specific, achievable goal.

Normally, I would fervently protect my ideas but if a philanthropist takes the initiative to create this project, Godspeed and good luck.