The outpouring of enthusiasm for José Abreu’s wish from people around the world has been amazing.  So, when the Abreu Fellows Program launches this fall, we want to have one scholarship that represents that support.  We developed the Facebook Causes page to allow all of you to give micro-donations – $10, $25, $50, $100 or more – to raise $25,000 (one full scholarship).  Just think, 2500 people donating at $10 equals one Abreu Fellowship raised.

While giving of oneself – through time or money – is definitely its own reward, we have sweetened the deal.

We have 4 incredible rewards for the top donators/recruiters** to this cause.

Donate $50 (or recruit 5 friends @ $10) and be acknowledged on the TED blog once the Abreu Fellowship is raised.

Donate $100+ (or recruit 10 friends @ $10) and be put in a ‘thank you raffle’ for a TED gift bag (incl. TED 2009 DVD’s &  other fun goodies)

Donate $500+ (or recruit 50 friends @ $10) and be put in a ‘thank you raffle’ for a TED2010 web stream pass.

Donate $1000+ (or recruit 100 friends @ $10) and be put in a ‘thank you raffle’ to win a TED Associate Membership (a year-round TED experience that includes conference DVDs, the famed TED Book Club and other special touches)

So start recruiting! Here are 4 very simple ways to introduce your friends to this cause:

Use your status update: Attach the Causes tab to your update. I’m inspired & invested in this new model for social change

If your birthday falls between now and mid-August, use the birthday wish app.

Share the 4 min video: A video that can change a child’s life and transform a community: http://on.ted.com/x

Tweet it: Music has the power 2 change a life & transform a community. I’m investing in this model 4 social change: http://on.ted.com/l

And remember…

One fellow, mentored.
Hundreds of children, inspired.
A community, transformed.

**We are measuring top recruiters/donators using the Facebook/Causes software – so for your efforts to count, please ensure that your friends join (& donate) through your Facebook/Causes invite!

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