Justin Bieber raises nearly 200k for Pencils of Promise Organization

Canadian cutie, Justin Bieber, is lending his name to an organization that helps establish schools in areas where education is not readily available for children. Pencils of Promise is a nonprofit charity created by Adam Braun. Braun is hoping Justin’s attachment to the charity will help raise funds for more schools to be built in third world countries. PoP has already built 30 schools.

Justin’s involvement with the actual fundraising is minimal. He just happens to be the prize waiting for the lucky few who raise the most money for the cause. Braun estimates more than 75 million children are not given the opportunity for an education. Something that most people in developed countries could not fathom.

Justin Bieber and Braun got together and created the “Schools 4 All” campaign. Young people are challenged with the task of creating personal fundraising pages in an effort to raise donations for the cause. Whoever raises the most money will get a visit from Justin and Braun to the school of their choice. What an amazing motivator for kids everywhere.

PoP believes it can change the world for the better with just one pencil at a time. The campaign started on April 15th and wraps up on June 30th. The 17-year-old singing sensation sat down to film a short clip promoting the cause with founder, Braun.

So far, the campaign has raised a staggering $192,609 dollars. These funds will build 9 new schools. Katrina Davies is leading the charge with an amazing $17,545! You go girl! Only 2 days are left, and anybody can help out our favorite Canadian by donating to PoP. It looks like Miss Davies is about to meet one of the biggest stars on the planet.




Source: Wakey Wakey News