Good Will Hunting

It’s not every day you can save the world by eating and drinking (and lending a little). Lucky for you, Dining for Darfur, Kiva, and Carnival for Conservation give you those exact opportunities.

Read on…



DINING FOR DARFUR
Back in April 2006, Andrea Strong, a food writer (TheStrongBuzz.com) and local celebrity wanted to make a difference to the people of Darfur.

Boy, did she ever! Since founding and championing Dining for Darfur, a series of food and wine events with proceeds benefiting the cause, Strong has helped raise awareness about the genocide, and tens of thousands of dollars.

For her next event on August 21st (Tuesday), T Edward Wines supplies the vino (400+ wines), while Blue Ribbon, Cookshop, and Hill Country serve up signature dishes. Tickets are $125 each and benefit the International Rescue Committee (IRC).

T Edward Dining for Darfur Wine Tasing, The Puck Building, 295 Lafayette Street, diningfordarfur.org

KIVA
Hey, big spenders: twenty-five bucks may net you a week of Iced Caramel Macchiatos, but lend it to someone through Kiva and it could jump start their livelihood.

You’ll loan to small business owners in the developing world, and receive email updates on their venture as your loan is fully repaid in six to twelve months.

Consult kiva.org for more information.

CARNIVAL FOR CONSERVATION
Here’s all you need to know about the Carnival for Conservation: drink organic cocktails ($5), eat complimentary apps, play games and win prizes, all while benefiting The Trust For Public Land. 8/16 (Thursday), 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Silverleaf Tavern, 43 East 38th Street (Park Avenue South, (212) 973-2550, silverleaftavern.com