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Jun 01
2010
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Here is something you do not see every day ... but some think should: a foundation shutting its The foundation started by Oprah Winfrey, The Angel Network, will shut its doors when she goes off the air.
I never watched Oprah often - sick days on the couch like most working women I imagine - but I have (again, like most women) admired her. And to this latest move I say Hurrah!
And it has been quite a ride ... she has raised more than $80 million from 150,000 donors, helped rebuilding efforts post Katrina and building fifty-five rural schools in a dozen countries.
For those of you about to grab a pen: the final grantees have been chosen, and the charity is no longer accepting grant requests or donations. Unless, of course, you are writing to say thanks. Oh and a mention that the CF is One Of Your Favorite Things wouldn't hurt.
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