They do more than just work on their product … from time to time they get involved with what’s happening in the world, and do what they can to make things better. It’s not the first time either.
Today I donated $5 to enable the “heart-of-BP-executive black” in my Tumblr Dashboard. Each $5 donation is matched by Tumblr and goes to one of three organizations helping to deal with the oil spill.
Even better, Tumblr sends you an emails with more details on how you can contribute to the situation:
There’s still more you can do to help:
- Spread the word. Make sure your friends know how much is at stake, and encourage your community to donate. You have a blog, don’t you?
- Contact BP and your local government. BP must devote any resources needed to clean up this mess. We can’t let up.
- http://www.votesmart.org/official_local.php
- http://www.deepwaterhorizonresponse.com/go/inquiry/2931/
- Help your community reduce its dependence on oil. Buy local goods and produce. Bike and walk more. Take advantage of public transportation.
Helpful, thoughtful information. The last bullet point in the list really echos my feelings — although BP should be held accountable for their shoddy practices, I can’t help but think this type of disaster could come from any of the other deep water rigs out there.
The best solution is for all of us to consume less. Period.
