Why One Day's Wages?

According to UNICEF, approximately 3 billion people live on less than US $2/day and 1.4 billion people live on less than US $1.25/day - the definition of those living in extreme poverty. In the midst of these staggering statistics, what can one person do? What can a person's "one day's wages" do in the face of such staggering statistics?

While we might not be able to save the world, we can absolutely make a difference. We can help change the world and in turn, be changed. While the issues are complex, experts and global organizations are in agreement: We have the capacity to end extreme global poverty.

While compassion is an important aspect of our humanity, ODW's goals are not merely to distribute funds, but rather, to partner with organizations already working to allow people to lift themselves out of poverty.

Why should you give one day's wages?

1. It's simple: One day's wages is about 0.4% of your annual income. Simply donate one day's wages or another amount you want to invest.
2. It's transparent: 100% of your giving towards projects goes directly to organizations and projects already on the ground. Through our site, you will learn how our collective funds are being invested to fight extreme global poverty.
3. It's empowering: Your voice matters, since you help us find, research, and evaluate the organizations we fund. You don't have to be a rock star or a celebrity to be influential in this global movement.
4. It's global: You're not alone. Join hundreds and thousands of others through the movement of One Day's Wages in making an impact.