One Little Girl's Wish Takes Off After Her Death
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One Little Girl's Wish Takes Off After Her Death
Eight-year-old Rachel Beckwith had a heart for Africa. Inspired when she learned how a little money could provide clean water for dozens of people, she set up a website asking for donations for the charity:water project instead of birthday gifts for her upcoming ninth birthday. Shortly after her big day, Rachel died from injuries incurred in a multi-vehicle accident. Local media publicized her story, and people from around the world have donated nearly $600,000 to her vision. Our thoughts are with her family and parents, who raised a remarkable little girl.
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Posted Fri, Jul 29th @ 5:01pm