Live Without challenge Q & A
29/03/11 13:19
You asked, we’ve responded!
‘Live Without’ challenge Q & A:
Q: Do I have to participate each month?
A: Although we would love for as many people as possible to join the different challenges each month, feel free to participate as you feel led. We hope, though, that at least one of the six items is something that each person can somewhat see as a true ‘challenge’ to live without. Of course the end goal is to supply as much clean water as possible by our donations. But we also desire, though, that through this challenge we will all come away with a greater appreciation for what we daily take for granted; while at the same time becoming more aware of those around the world living each day without the most basic of necessities.
Q: For the April challenge, coffee, do I have to give up my coffee at home?
A: When we were brainstorming ideas for the challenge, we had in mind coffee drinks purchased from a coffee shop, coffee cart etc. Basically, a drink you go out of your way to buy.
For some people, though, coffee is not their thing. If you find yourself consuming other purchased drinks on a regular basis (soda, bottled water, sports drinks, cocktails etc.), then try and go without those drinks as a substitute for coffee. Whatever challenges you to live without!
Q: None of the six items listed are things that will challenge me. Can I substitute?
A: Of course! In fact, we encourage you to share with us what you are living without. If it’s not the suggested items, please leave us a comment here or on our facebook page and let us know what you’re
living without.
Q: Where do I make my donation at the end of each month?
A: To make your donation, please follow the red donate button at water4christmas.com.
Q: What tools will be provided to help remind me to ‘live without’ each month?
A: Please visit the Live Without page on our website for some useful tools (blog buttons, donation tracking calendars, postcards etc.). We also will be sending a reminder wristband to anyone who signs up here to join the challenge. We hope that these bands will be a daily reminder of the purpose for this challenge.
Please feel free to share your comments and questions regarding the Live Without challenge. We would also love to hear from you on our Facebook page.