My birthday is almost here. I'm not usually excited about getting older, but this year I'm really thankful to have lived another happy, healthy year. I recently learned that millions of kids around the world don't live to see their fifth birthday because they don't have access to clean, safe drinking water. We can help change that.

I'm asking for any amount donated to this cause... Every penny of the money raised will directly fund clean water projects in developing countries. Even better, charity: water will show us exactly which projects we funded once they've been fully completed (which takes about 18 months). That means we'll know the locations and names of the communities we helped.

If you feel compelled to give to this cause I thank you very much. You don't have to do it in recognition of my birthday, but in recognition of others who might not get another birthday if we don't give! Thanks everyone! And may you each have many more happy birthdays! I am celebrating my 58th!!!