Blog-Restart. Lets talk advocacy- AID's and more

I always come back to wanting to use my blog. I found a great name I like, I just haven't found a great purpose, until now. So... it's advocacy! Specifically for gay rights, AID's and HIV related issues, gay youth, coming out, and of course the random things I find interesting (World According to Chris).

So I started a tradition this year with my mom, talking everyday. Even if it was just to say hi, which it never is, I make sure I call her every morning. So after talking this morning she inspired me to do something great especially with a lot of this free time that I have. (and here is the background) She has a ministry, Second Chance Services, that feeds the homeless. It is still building, but she has fed hundreds of people, and with the help of others, she had her biggest event most recently on Thanksgiving day. There were several sites through out NJ that fed the homeless; lot's of man hours and money went into the event, ALL DONATED OR VOLUNTEERED. She said to me, you don't have to have money to start and do something great.

I figured with my web-savvy ways and social media influence, I can raise awareness on issues, and in turn raise money for great causes. So my goal now for the next coming weeks is to start a fundraising campaign for the AID's walk in NYC. Now I know a lot of people are doing something, but I want to be a contributing factor to it. My goal is to personally raise over $1000.00 and get 5 people to walk.

I know this is very possible with help, passion, and determination. I want to make a difference in as many ways as I can so to start, I have a lot of time I can be giving to the cause. Spread the word and if you live in NYC, stay tuned for more info regarding what you can do for the actual walk. I will be keeping you updated on my progress; site links for donations, educational and informative articles, and much more. Eventually I will also be posting about events and ways regarding the support to an end to homelessness, one mouth at a time. I believe through my mothers ministry, and with just 1 person, a difference can be made. Stay tuned #greatthingstocome