Time and time again, over and over, we hear about the "value" of education. So much so, that the message is lost.
After spending almost a half year in Mexico with my family, and seeing the incredible difference between the "haves" and the "have-nots", this message of education will never be lost on me. Especially after observing that one of the biggest differences between the two is education.
With that sentiment, I want to introduce you to, if you don't already know about it, One Laptop Per Child. This, IMHO, will fundamentally change education throughout the world, and therefore the lives of countless children and families.
This holiday season, please help Ben's Basement give a least one of these away to a child. Unfortunately, I alone, can't afford the $199 price tag, so I'm asking the readers of this site to match my $20 donation (if that's still too rich for you, any amount will help and be gladly accepted).
On behalf the child who'll receive this life changing gift: Thank You!
Ben
UPDATE:
I now have a total of $80.00 $60.00 pledged towards a laptop for One Laptop Per Child. Let's keep it going until we hit $199 so a deserving child can receive this useful gift.
Thanks to all who pledged so far.
Ben
