This is What it Should Always Feel Like to Give to Charity

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Zach Frechette
Former Editor in Chief of GOOD

June 17, 2009 • 1:16 pm PDT
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As part of PoverTee day, British nonprofit ActionAid has will create a customized video for anyone who participates in the global day of recognition and support for the world's poor. Donate two pounds (about $3.25) on or before June 26th and you too can be featured in a faux news report where an adorable British kid describes you as "like Bono, but less annoying" (or "like Mother Teresa, but prettier" if you're a girl) and Obama appluads your generosity.

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