In mid 2010 the Monkey visited The Pearl, a giant man-made island and real estate development project that aims to create an Arabian Riviera near the heart of the Qatari capital.
Volunteering makes a difference. Even an hour of volunteer work per week can help nonprofits and community causes achieve success. Why not look for a volunteer opportunity by searching Idealist.org, Global Volunteer Network, or UN Volunteers?
No time to volunteer? Even a minor donation to GlobalGiving.org can support critical projects in communities around the world.
Or why not become a microlender via Kiva.org? Lend to a person in need, and watch as they achieve their aims and repay your loan.
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