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Holocaust Museum

2010-03-02T20:40:00.006-05:00

On Sunday, February 28th, the 1>0 girls and their families were invited to the opening of the newly renovated Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center Of Nassau County. It is located on 100 Crescent Beach Road in Glen Cove, NY.

The six galleries of the museum are filled with artifacts, videos, photographs and archival footage. Set up like a time line, each gallery takes you through all of the horrible events that occured from the beginning of the Holocaust all the way up to the genocide that still occurs today.

The 1>0 girls are honored to have a plaque with their picture in the sixth gallery of the museum. This gallery tells two very different stories. On one side are images of the genocide that has occured since the Holocaust. On the other side are the pictures of ordinary heroes who have stood up to injustice.

The girls were even more honored to meet Mr. Eddie Weinstein, a Holocaust survivor and author of 17 Days In Treblinka: Daring To Resist And Refusing To Die. This is an amazing book of survival. Several of the guides in the museum are Holocaust survivors themselves.

It was such a memorable afternoon and one that each of the girls and their families will treasure for many years to come.

For more information visit the museums website: www.holocaust.nassau.org or call 516 571-8040

Thank You Temple Beth Am

2010-02-23T21:56:00.002-05:00

Today, the 1>0 girls spoke to members of the Temple Beth Am youth group. Because of the generousity of these young people, 1>0 was able to raise over $300 for their charity! The girls continue to be inspired when speaking to others about their two worthy causes. The members of the Temple Beth Am youth group have become "Part of the Equation"!

1>0 - Every Saturday at Roosevelt Field

2010-02-16T08:34:00.002-05:00

Just a reminder to let you all know that the 1>0 girls have a booth at the Roosevelt Field Mall every Saturday in February and March. The booth is located on the first floor by Bath And Body Works. So many of you have already come by to show your support! So inspiring!!!!

Never Too Young To Become Part Of The Equation!

2010-02-14T13:21:00.004-05:00

We want to acknowledge two great kids who have recently made a donation to 1>0. Stelio Kanaras and Nicolette Skoufis raised $13.50 for 1>0 by selling raffle tickets to their families. They made the raffles themselves. The prizes? Hugs, kisses, their toys and random chachkas from Stelio's room. While $13.50 may seem like a small amount of money, it will go a long way and we're happy to say that Stelio, age 8 and Nicolette, age 7 have now become "Part of the Equation". They are making a difference in people's lives.

Roosevelt Field Mall - Westbury, NY

2010-02-04T21:43:00.003-05:00

The 1>0 girls will have a booth, at the Roosevelt Field Mall, every Saturday in February and March. Come down and support the charity! Your support will enable 1>0 to help the children of Ghana as well as provide free health care, to those in need, right here in our own country. The girls will be selling their tee shirts and jewelry and hopefully will be meeting you!!!!

Eric Peasah Came To New York!

2010-01-02T23:50:00.007-05:00

Eric Peasah recently came to New York to spend some time with us. Eric Peasah is from the IOM and he is the man who performs the rescue missions to save the enslaved children in Ghana. He updated us on the IOM's current operations and gave us even more detailed information on the process of the rescue missions, as well as information on our children. Eric stayed for dinner and we spoke to him about slavery in Ghana, as well as the life of children in Ghana. He also told us about the Ghanian culture and he even taught us two songs! One song is called “Da Na Si”. The words are:

Da Na Si Da Na a si. Da unya me na si

The lyrics literally mean “Thank Him. Thank the Lord” and it is a very popular saying in Ghana. He also taught us another song that is popular in Africa, particularly in Kenya:

Jambo Jambo bwana 

Habari gani? Mzuri sana 

Wageni mwakaribishwa

 Kenya yetu 

Hakuna matata

We are very fortunate to have such a close relationship with the three organizations that we support. It’s hard to believe that we have been able to accomplish so much in such a short amount of time. Three years ago, none of us would have imagined that we would be close friends with a man who lives halfway across the world, let alone saving the lives of children halfway across the world!

It was such a great and memorable night.

Thank You Caroline and Ashley!

2009-12-30T17:37:00.004-05:00

We wanted to write a blog acknowledging two girls who have been trying to raise $4300 for One Is Greater Than None. These girls are determined to each save a child!

Ashley Nesenoff founded the organization “Long Island Go Green Campaign” and has been committed to raising money and awareness for One Is Greater Than None. She already organized two fundraising events, a flashlight corn maze and a bowling event. She was able to raise around $300. The Long Island Go Green Campaign is determined to raise $4300 by January 2011! To learn more, you can visit the website at http://www.yourethink.com/.

Caroline Lucas is an elementary school student who heard us speak at her school in Glen Head, NY. She decided to make cookies and greeting cards to raise money for One Is Greater Than None. Her goal is to raise $4300 before she graduates high school. Recently she has been selling her holiday greeting cards at church fairs and is going to start making birthday cards, thank you cards and Valentines Day cards now that the holidays are over. She has already raised $400!

Both Ashley and Caroline are just two examples of young people who decided to “Become Part of the Equation” by raising money for our charity. Good Luck Girls!

Thank You Lynbrook South, Woodmere Middle School and North Shore Schools

2009-12-02T13:59:00.004-05:00

We've been busy speaking to students all over Long Island. The most recent schools were Lynbrook South, Woodmere Middle School, Sea Cliff Elementary, Glenwood Landing Elementary and Glen Head Elementary.

We were all inspired after speaking to these students. The support that we have received from them, their teachers, and administrators has been overwhelming. We were able to help hundreds of kids and educators become "Part of the Equation"!

1>0 Girls Attend First Annual Tween Summit In Washington DC and Sponsor Their First RAM Expedition!

2009-10-25T22:36:00.005-04:00

On October 10th, we all drove down to Washington DC to attend the AllyKatzz Tween Summit! Hundreds of tween girls from across the United States attended this amazing weekend event. The girls were lucky enough to hear many inspiring women speak.

Jess Weiner, an awesome writer for Seventeen Magazine, was the moderator at the summit. Among the speakers was Brandi Chastain, an Olympic Gold Medalist. She, along with the other incredible women spoke to these tweens about working hard, living their lives to their fullest and never giving up on their dreams. Hundreds of girls were there to realize that they can make a difference in the world! Even we were inspired! The event showed girls that even though they're not adults, they do have a say in this world!

We were even able to show our 1>0 video and sell our bracelets, necklaces and t-shirts at the event. In addition to raising a lot of money for our causes, we also raised social awareness! 1>0 also met and spoke to Brooke White, Jacob Latimore, and Debby Ryan! We gave them our jewlery and told them about our organization. They were all so supportive and Debby Ryan even twittered about us! It was a wonderful weekend!!!!

1>0 also sponsored our first RAM medical expedition on October 3rd and 4th in Grundy, Virginia. We are so thrilled to have been a part of such a successful weekend. There were 747 volunteers who provided $777,196 worth of medical care to over 1,000 patients. YES… 1,000 patients were given free medical services that weekend because of your support of ONE IS GREATER THAN NONE! We are looking forward to sponsoring more medical expeditions and supporting RAM in their mission to provide free medical care to Americans in need. For more information on RAM, please visit our website, http://www.oneisgreaterthannone.org/.

Sea Cliff Mini Mart

2009-10-02T21:24:00.002-04:00

The 1>0 girls will be selling their bracelets, necklaces and tee shirts at the Sea Cliff Mini Mart in Sea Cliff, NY. If you are in the area, make sure you make a point of coming to this amazing event down Sea Cliff Avenue. There will be live music, great food and lots of fun for all ages. The girls' booth number is 156. Come by and say "hello" any time between 10 am & 5 pm. The girls would love to see you!

America's Most Encouraging Teenagers

2009-09-26T13:08:00.006-04:00

The 1>0 girls earned the top prize of $5000 and the title of America's Most Encouraging Teens from The Encouragement Foundation. The girls were recognized for their outstanding example of service, showing the world that teenagers can make a difference.

The Encouragement Foundation sent a team to travel seven days to 14 major American cities, stretching from San Francisco to New York, to seek out and share the stories of teenagers who are striving to make a difference in their schools, communities and the world.

The trip began on September 5th in San Francisco and concluded September 12th, the National Day of Encouragement, in a celebratory event in New York City. This event commemorated the National Day of Encouragement and honored the organizations that partnered with 7 Days Across America. The event also included the premiere of One Drop, a personal documentary created by Wishing Well: Water for the World, about the international water crisis.

7 Days across America recognized 1>0, and others from around the United States, for their "great encouragement to the world". Check out http://www.7daysacrossamerica.com/

The 1>0 girls were honored to share the stage with such extraordinary teens. The 7 Days Across America Campaign proved, once again, that 1 person can make a difference in the lives of so many people.

"To the world you may be one person, but to that one person YOU may be the world."

Town Of Hempstead Citation

2009-07-15T21:47:00.002-04:00

On June 2, 2009 the 1>0 girls each received a Town of Hempstead Citation recognizing their work with the IOM, Touch A Life and RAM organizations. Supervisor Kate Murray, with the help of Councilwoman Angie Cullin, honored the girls for their hard work, incredible generosity and significant contributions to the citizens of our country and abroad. The girls were very grateful to receive their Citations and their families and other residents of Nassau County were and are very proud of them.

On Line Auction Taking Place Now!!!!

2009-05-24T13:59:00.003-04:00

The 1>0 on line auction begins today and runs until June 21st. All proceeds from the auction will go to benefit the 1>0 causes.

Go to http://www.biddingforgood.com/. Scroll down to SEARCH and type in One Is Greater Than None. It's so easy!

There are some amazing items being auctioned for every person, no matter what age.

Some of the items are:

Signed Demi Lovato CD "Don't Forget"

Jets football signed by the 2008 team

"Secrets of My Hollywood Life" series, with special message from author

Mauboussin white gold, diamond, and white onyx necklace

"With Love" perfume and "Joop" cologne

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Have fun bidding!

POWERLIST 2009

2009-04-21T22:23:00.003-04:00

What do the 1>0 girls have in common with Bill O'Reilly, Kathleen Rice, and James Dolan among others? The 1>0 girls were named one of the 50 most influential people on Long Island by the Long Island Press!

The Power List celebration was held on April 21st at the Airpower Museum in Farmingdale. The girls are so honored to be placed in the same catagory as the other 49 nominees. The girls met and spoke with Nassau County Supervisor, Tom Suozzi and Town of Hempstead Supervisor Kate Murray. They also enjoyed a guided tour of this magnificent museum!

It was a beautiful celebration filled with many wonderful Long Islanders doing extraordinary things!

Participate In The National 1>0 Bake Sale!

2009-04-11T16:58:00.005-04:00

How would you like to be part of the Biggest Bake Sale Ever?

Would you like to raise money for charity?

Would you like to be the Captain of a National Fundraising Event?

Do you want to "Be Part Of The Equation"?

It's sooooo easy ... just plan a bake sale at your school the week of

June 1st, 2009!

For more information about the 1>0 Bake Sale email:

event@oneisgreaterthannone.org

Together we can make a HUGE difference!

1>0 Girls Speak At Lynbrook South Middle School

2009-04-06T18:25:00.004-04:00

On April 1st, the 1>0 girls had the opportunity to speak to the students and teachers of the Lynbrook South Middle School. When they arrived, they were so moved to see many of the teachers wearing the 1>0 tee shirts that were sent to the school earlier in the week.

The school held 3 different assemblies so that the girls could speak to each grade separately. They spoke about their mission, showed the DVD summarizing their first year accomplishments as a charity, and answered students' questions.

The 1>0 girls were touched by the response of everyone at Lynbrook South. Students and teachers purchased bracelets, necklaces and tee shirts. Their generousity helped the girls raise almost $1,300.

But...it didn't end there! The Principal, teachers and students decided that they wanted to raise enough money to save 1 child. They are determined to add to the almost $1,300 until they have a total of $4,300.

Lynbrook South Middle School has become "PART OF THE EQUATION"! They are preparing to change the life of a child forever.

Thank You Emily Goldstein!

2009-04-06T17:54:00.003-04:00

The 1>0 girls have been asked by so many other kids, "How can I help?", "What can I do to raise money so that I can donate it to your cause?"

Emily Goldstein, of the Jericho Middle School, decided to do something. She decided that it was time for her to help change the life of a child. She bought some bracelets and a tee shirt. By doing just that, Emily became "Part of the Equation". However, she did not stop there.

Emily was so moved with the girls' charity that she decided to tell her Community Service teacher, Ms. Kipnis, about the 1>0 girls and their mission. Together with the other members of the Jericho Middle School Community Service Class, they held a bake sale. Emily and her friends raised $1,039!

Who would have thought that something as simple as a bake sale could bring in such a huge donation!!!! In Emily's own words, "All of us here at Jericho, think it is amazing that you created this organization to save these children. You have really inspired us."

Well, Emily Goldstein, we have news for you. YOU, your Community Service class, Ms. Kipnis and all the students and teachers at Jericho Middle School are the ones who inspire the the 1>0 girls. They think that you are all AMAZING! It's people like you who "Make A Difference!"

Jantsen's Gift: A True Story of Grief, Rescue, and Grace

2009-04-04T07:47:00.005-04:00

Nine years ago, Pam Cope owned a cozy hair salon in the tiny town of Neosho, Missouri, and her life revolved around her son’s baseball games, her daughter’s dance lessons, and family trips to places like Disney World. She had never been out of the country, nor had she any desire to travel far from home.

Then, on June 16th, 1999, her life changed forever with the death of her 15-year-old son from an undiagnosed heart ailment.

Needing to get as far away as possible from everything that reminded her of her loss, she accepted a friend’s invitation to travel to Vietnam, and, from the moment she stepped off the plane, everything she had been feeling since her son’s death began to shift. By the time she returned home, she had a new mission: to use her pain to change the world, one small step at a time, one child at a time.

Today, she is the mother of three children, 2 of whom are adopted from Vietnam. More than that, she and her husband have created a foundation called “Touch A Life,” dedicated to helping desperate children in countries as far-flung as Vietnam, Cambodia and Ghana.

Pam Cope’s story is on one level a moving, personal account of loss and recovery, but on a deeper level, it offers inspiration to anyone who has ever suffered great personal tragedy or those of us who dream about making a difference in the world.

The 1>0 girls are in awe of Pam Cope and her determination to change the world 1 child at a time. She is their hero and their inspiration to save as many children as possible.

You will be forever changed after reading her book.

To find out more about Pam Cope's charity, go to http://www.touchalifekids.org/.

1>0 Benefit Concert A Huge Success!!!

2009-03-21T20:30:00.005-04:00

The 1>0 girls want to thank everyone who attended the Benefit Concert, on March 20th, at the Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. You all became Part of the Equation and helped to make the evening a huge success!

The evening was filled with music, lots of love and some very special guests. A check for $68,800 was presented to Niurka Pineiro, from the IOM, and a huge supporter of the girls. The audience watched a DVD sent from Ghana. It was a message from the boys of Ghana thanking the girls for their efforts in rescuing them. It was so heartwarming to see these children happy and wearing what else? The One Is Greater Than None tee shirts the girls sent them, of course!

The girls were also thrilled to have Pam Cope join them. She had flown in from Ghana and made a stop in New York before returning to her home in Texas. Pam wanted to be with the girls on their very special night. The night would not have been complete without her.

The girls want to thank the bands who participated - Push Play, Tamarama, Graham Colton, Saving Jane and WOW! Look for these bands to make it big in the music industry! They were AWESOME! A thank you goes out to Chris Koon and Tiffany Giardina for doing an amazing job as the hosts of the evening. Tiffany also sang with Push Play and is another up and coming artist!

Most of all, the girls would, once again, like to thank Nicole Borden - the Chairperson - of the Benefit Concert and Jamie Klaben, Nicole Zion and everyone on their committee for making the whole night possible. The amount of time and work that went into planning and organizing this event is indescribable. Words can never express how fortunate the girls feel to have had this experience. Thank you.

Brownie Troop Meeting

2009-02-28T08:53:00.003-05:00

The 1>0 girls were invited to speak to the 3rd and 4th grade Brownie troops of School #8 in Oceanside, New York. These young girls are the future. They listened to a presentation outlining the purpose and accomplishments of the charity which included the watching of the 1>0 DVD. The Brownies were then given a chance to ask questions.

After enjoying some snacks together, Sammi, Anjelica and Ariel showed the Brownies how the bracelets are made. A few of the girls had the opportunity to try it for themselves. It was a wonderful afternoon where the 1>0 girls did what they love to do best - spread the word that everyone can become "Part of the Equation" and do something, ANYTHING to change the life of someone in need.

Keep wearing those necklaces girls!

One Is Greater Than None Benefit Concert

2009-02-17T20:50:00.004-05:00

ONE CONCERT - ONE TICKET - ONE LIFE

On Friday, March 20th from 7pm - 11 pm, some of today's hottest musicians including Push Play, Saving Jane, Tamarama (featuring Jay Lyon from MTV's "The City"), Graham Colton and WOW, will perform in the One Is Greater Than None Benefit Concert at the Hammerstein Ballroom at Manhattan Center Studios. The event will be hosted by one of today's up and coming talents, Chris Koon and the audience members can expect surprise appearances from addtional TV celebrities.

In addition to an evening of incredible music, the 1>0 girls will present a check for $68,800 to a representative of the International Organization for Migration to pay for the rescue and rehabilitation of 16 children in March!

Three teens from Hewlett High School, Nicole Borden, Jamie Klaben and Nicole Zion are responsible for organizing the concert. The girls have spent endless hours organizing and planning every aspect of this benefit concert. The 1>0 girls are forever grateful to these inspiring teens who chose to become PART OF THE EQUATION and change the lives of so many children.

The Hammerstein Ballroom is located at 311 West 34th Street in New York. Ticket prices range from $40 to $75 per person and can be purchased at http://www.ticketmaster.com/.

If you spend $300 or more on ONE IS GREATER THAN NONE apparel at select Bloomingdale's locations, you will receive 2 complimentary tickets.

To purchase a "Pre-Concert Backstage Pass" please email Nicole Borden at nicoleborden2@gmail.com. Fans will receive a "swag" bag filled with assorted top teen trend items.

March 20th will be a night to remember and you can be a part of it!

Eric Peasah Came to Visit 1>0!

2008-11-23T22:34:00.004-05:00

Earlier this month, Eric Peasah flew in from Ghana to meet with the 1>0 girls. Eric is the man responsible for personally rescuing the children of Ghana who are sold into slavery. The girls were so fortunate to be able to spend the day with Eric and 2 representatives from the IOM. They were so inspired by his stories of the children and how their lives are forever changed once they are rescued. It made them more determined to raise the money needed to sponsor their own rescue mission of 25 children!

If you live in New York and are planning to shop on Long Island, the girls will happily wrap your holiday gifts at the Source Mall in Westbury, NY. They will be there from 11am to 9pm on Saturday, November 29th, Saturday, December 6th and Saturday December 20th.
The 1>0 girls will also be selling their bracelets and necklaces while wrapping your other gifts. They will personally wrap any 1>0 bracelet or necklace, you purchase, free of charge. They make such great gifts!

Don't forget the 1>0 clothing is available at Bloomingdale's and many other stores which are listed on the website. Each time you purchase a 1>0 piece of clothing, you're helping to save a life!

Also, look for the 1>0 clothing in the Alloy catalog along with special holiday pieces featured exclusively for Bloomingdale's in their holiday catalog - pg. 145!

More Supporters Become Part of the Equation!

2008-10-19T16:28:00.006-04:00

The 1>0 girls would like to thank those who have recently shown their support. Their generosity and that of so many of you have touched their hearts more than you'll ever know. The girls' goal of sponsoring a whole rescue mission, of 25 children, is slowly becoming a reality.

Thank you to the Men's Organization at the Merrick Jewish Center. They donated $720 to One is Greater Than None. What a wonderful way for this organization to support the young people in their own backyard!

Thank you to the campers, staff and alumni of Camps Baco and Che-Na-Wah for their donation of $500. What a wonderful message to send to their young campers and a great way to help them become "Part of the Equation"!

Thank you to the organizers of the Sea Cliff Mini Mart for allowing the girls to sell their merchandise again this year. They were able to raise $600 and met some wonderful people who wanted to become "Part of the Equation". A few have contacted the girls already!

Thank you to Tracy Kolis Larson for her generous donation of $300. Tracy has a small business where she bakes delicious cookies for all occasions. She donated the money she made from her last order to 1>0. Thanks Tracy!

Thank you to Zachary Smilowitz. Zachary spoke about 1>0 during his speech at his Bar Mitzvah. He announced, at that time, that he was also donating a portion of his Bar Mitvah money to 1>0. Here's another young person doing something to change the world!

Last, but not least, a thank you goes out to Zachary's sister, Rayna and her friend Rachel Krueger. Are you ready for this one? These two girls set up a lemonade stand. How much do you think they raised? These girls raised $160 for 1>0! That's right - $160 - just by selling lemonade. Way to go girls!!!!!!

Remember, any donation - no matter how small - is helping to change the life of someone. Whatever you decide to do - make a donation, organize or attend a fundraiser, create your own charity, etc...is important. Don't just sit there. DO SOMETHING!

Sea Cliff Mini Mart

2008-09-24T21:16:00.004-04:00

The 1>0 girls will be selling their merchandise at the Sea Cliff Mini Mart in Sea Cliff, New York on Sunday, October 5th. Come by and show your support. Find out the latest news from the girls themselves. They are close to having enough money to sponsor a whole rescue mission of 25 children. You can help make it possible. The Mini Mart will open at 10 am and the girls' booth number is 156.