Beyonce will be using her powers for good on August 19th, and all of the days leading up to then! The singer has continuously released messages via Tumblr, urging her followers to support World Humanitarian Day by doing something for someone else – even if it’s small.
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In addition to her support website, whdIwashere.org, Bey will be filming a live video in New York City on the 19th, in hopes of reaching 1 billion people.
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This is such a great cause and everyone should be following suit! Support Humanitarian Day, and do something kind for another human being.
If you need some ideas on how to do this, or even if you don’t, turn the page and enjoy some recent King Bey pics while you read up on some ways to help! Most of our suggestions don’t cost a thing!
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Donate clothes or any useful items to your local Salvation Army! They are a trusted organization that helps the lives of many year after year. To learn more about how to help, visit www.use.salvationarmy.org
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Share something with someone less fortunate than you! It doesn’t matter if it’s as small as a sandwich or as big as a house! Give something to someone you know who needs it.
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Volunteer at your local nursing home! If you’re kind and patient, nursing homes can always use the extra help. Visit one in your area and ask them if they need any assistance. Or, go and play some games with the elderly… they like to have fun too!
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Give a gift to a friend or family member! Giving doesn’t only have to be about strangers! Show your family and friends you care about them. If anyone you’re close to has been having an especially hard time, spend the day with that person and let them vent.
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Support a trusted charity! People have become a little bit skeptical about just giving their money to companies in hopes that it will reach those in need. However, there are several organizations that have been trusted for years. Choose one! Or, maybe start your own?
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Smile at someone! You would be surprised at how much a genuine smile can brighten someone’s day. So, get those lips ready and stretch them ear-to-ear.
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Promote your favorite humanitarian website via Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram! Social networks are the fastest way to spread the word to people. Let them know about the movement online!
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Tell a friend about World Humanitarian Day! Word of mouth is still effective too! Have real conversations with friends about the importance of August 19th. Help Beyonce and the UN reach 1 billion people. Hopefully, those people will commit to 1 billion kind actions as well.
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Visit whdIwashere.org! This website is in direct support of World Humanitarian Day and therefore has lots of info on how to help out.
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Do something small that means something big to somebody! Even if your gesture only helps out one person, it’s major! No deed is too small.
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