Unicef and Clay Aiken

Did you know that approximately 25,000 children die each day before their fifth birthday, largely due to preventable causes? Thanks to organizations like UNICEF this number is getting smaller every day. Last year, the number of child deaths worldwide declined to about 9.2 million. In 1990, that number was 12.7 million. That's definite progress, but that number should be zero. Your support will help UNICEF reach the day when no child dies of a preventable cause. No child, not even one, should die of causes we know how to prevent—diseases like malaria, measles or tetanus. So today, despite these tough times, I decided to help save children's lives and make a monthly pledge to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF. Even a small amount makes a huge difference. For instance, $5 a month (about 15¢ per day) can ensure five children are protected from measles. If we could all make this small commitment we may be able to see the day when no child dies of a preventable cause. Please visit unicefusa.org/join-with-clay and pledge today.

Sincerely, Clay Aiken UNICEF Ambassador Posted by Clay Aiken, UNICEF Ambassador on October 7, 2008 10:42 AM