Kiva lets you lend to individuals in the developing world. The loans are small and ranges from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars but you can start with just $25. You choose where the loan goes and when your loan is fully repaid, it becomes Kiva credits which you can re-loan to someone else; a virtuous circle. This is better than compound interests; truly a gift that keeps on giving.
dishola is food review by the dish. “The point of Dishola is for us all to contribute to - and benefit from - credible, precise food reviews. Dishola is different because it is focused. We’re focused on The Dish. You know, The Dish you’ve been craving since your last visit to Chiang Mai... The Dish you wish you could find when your mind is as empty as your stomach…”
TED has some awesome talks from some of the world’s most fascinating thinkers and doers. The concept behind TED is that great ideas change the way we think, our attitudes, our lives and ultimately, the world! There are a couple hundred talks currently available online with more to come and a majority of these talks are truly inspirational; check out Spaghetti Sauce and Photosynth.