The UN Millennium Development Goals
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The 8 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were agreed to by all the world’s countries and leading development institutions, an unprecedented effort to meet the needs of the world’s poorest, all by the target date of 2015.
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- Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger
- Achieve universal primary education
- Promote gender equality and empower women
- Reduce child mortality
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Improve maternal health
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Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases
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Ensure environmental sustainability
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Develop a global partnership for development
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The Blue House Connection
St. Matthew’s Pledge Benefits Blue House. Learn how a St. Paul church is helping the Blue House meet some of the Millennium Development Goals, supported by the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota.
Major non-profits and religions have also made commitments to the Millennium Development Goals, as described below. But YOU can make a big impact for one small organization with a direct donation to Hope Multipurpose, Inc.
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Does your organization or faith community want to support the Millennium Development Goals? Consider supporting the Blue House to make a significant impact in the lives of its children. For more information, contact Marilyn Grantham (651 644-5422 or m.grantham@comcast.net). We can make a presentation on the Blue House at your house of worship.
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