What if we could all use this opportunity to drive attention to those using social media for good? We thought that sounded like a positive step, so this week we're highlighting 5 great causes, charities and non-profits to follow on Twitter. Which 5 "follow for good" Twitter accounts should we recommend next Friday? Let us know in the comments!
Follow Friday: Recommended Twitter Follows
@earthhour - Earth Hour 2009 takes place on Saturday March 28th (tomorrow), asking everyone around the world to turn off their lights for one hour at 8:30pm local time. We recommend following for information on the campaign and wider global warming topics. Current follower count: 7,045
@SU2C - Dedicated to accelerating groundbreaking cancer research and saving lives, Stand Up To Cancer is a cause we can all get behind. Follow this charitable services fund on Twitter for cancer information and fundraising drives. Current follower count: 2,048
@12for12k - 12for12K has a tagline that we wholeheartedly support: "changing the world through social media". Each month, this online challenge tries to raise $12K for a chosen charity. This month they've exceeded all expectations, raising $15,000+ for ShareOurStrength, a nonprofit working to end childhood hunger in the United States. Current follower count: 370
@savethechildren - In its mission to create lasting change for children worldwide, Save the Children currently tweets around once per day with creative ways you can help the cause. Current follower count: 1,726
