Hello Little Cabin Garden Party Philanthropic Party People...that's a mouth full.

In the Evite I announced we'd be collecting donations for two non-profits. This is one of them, Gig Harbor Gives in support of charity: water.

In most rural communities worldwide, women and young girls are responsible for walking to collect water for their families. Building a water project nearby can give women the freedom to pursue an education or earn extra income. Water Committees are often the first chance for women to step into elected leadership roles.

SEE EXACTLY WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES AND WHO IT HELPS.

charity: water believes in the power of proof. They use 100% of all public donations to directly fund water projects for communities in need, and they prove each one using GPS coordinates on Google Maps.

After this campaign is over, 100% of what we've raised will go directly to the field. charity: water will keep track of where it goes. Then, they’ll report back to you with info about the actual people your money helps.

Donate now, at the party or in the days to follow. Love this charity? Send the link to others and let's see how much above the goal we can get. We'll also have an Ipad set up where you can donate online and be able to view a running tally in real time. You donations are tax deductible and you'll receive this within a couple weeks of giving..unless you donate by check then it takes 4-6 weeks.

ONE COMMUNITY. ONE GOAL. ONE CAUSE.