We normally leave it to the governments to take charge of alleviating poverty. However, our small efforts can help to promote inclusive growth and alleviate poverty, both in our neighborhood and globally. Our small efforts collectively can have a huge effect on the lives of millions.
In our neighborhoods, there are a number of charitable organizations/volunteer groups that help the poor and needy. We can volunteer at those organizations, or make monthly donations to them. A simple search on a search engine can list a number of charitable organizations in our area. Organizations like Habitat for Humanity, Kiwanis Club, and local church groups are great places to volunteer to help those in the local community.
Internationally, there are a large number of organizations doing commendable work to help the poor. Some of those organizations (the list is by no means exhaustive) are:
1. World Health Organization
2. UNICEF
3. Save the Children
4. Care
5. BRAC
6. Grameen Bank
7. Kiva
8. Red Cross
9. The Malala Fund
10. ...... and many more
The advantage of giving money to our local or foreign charities is that most of the money goes directly to the benefit of those in need. Less money is lost in the way as it moves from our pockets to those who are in need.
The donations need not be large, one time amounts. If we all donate $5 or $10 per month to these organizations, we can create a world of difference.
Instead of waiting for world leaders to take actions to reduce poverty, we all can do our small part to make extreme poverty history in this world.
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