Not Forgotten Update 2014 - Smarter Every Day 126

STEP 1: VOTE!!! : Voting is over! I'll update you when I know something!
Step 2 DONATE: bit.ly/Donate2NotForgotten
Step 3: SHARE! - bit.ly/NF_P4A_FB The more people we get to vote for Not Forgotten the more boys we can help save.
If you're nervous about donating to a PayPal link, you can donate straight through their website or read more about what Not Forgotten does: www.notforgotten.org/
Read about the human trafficking issues in Peru here:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_t...
A huge thank you to Gordon McGladdery for scoring the video.
Thank you to Emily Weddle Design, LLC for her assistance with graphics.
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Destin
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[@mgh]

I just donated $100. I love your content Destin and this is a great cause! Best of luck.

[@jonathan90881]

I don't have any money to donate right now, but I shared it on all of the social media things I use!

[@smartereveryday]

Thanks, Jonathan! -Briley

[@quiglag]

I was only going to donate $1, but after reading all the comments about people not wanting to donate because it is a religious charity, I quickly changed my mind. $20 to cover 19 people who would rather children suffer than to learn about Jesus.

[@AnsinPls]

As a peruvian I'm very happy about this, but at the same time I'm sad. We have to wait until people from other countries come and help us, and don't get me wrong, that's totally fine, but my point is that our people (Peruvians) care less to none when it comes to help each other. My country is a capital-centered country, all and goes around Lima and just Lima and I think that's not fair for all the people living here. It got to the point where the people who aren't from Lima (example: from Arequipa) starts to hate you when you travel and they ask you: "Where are you from? -Oh I'm from Lima". The goverment is full is people who only seeks the power over the others and make bad decisions just to get money. So having said that, I'm very happy that people from other countries, not only the U.S cares about the situation of Perú. I'm sure that if we all work together we can make things better and start building a much better country. Thanks guys! P.D: Sry if I have some mistakes, Spanish is my native language. (+1 to this post if you want the people to know the real situation)

[@AnsinPls]

And btw if you wanna know the names of the fruits and plants (lol): -Piña -Ají -Plátano (Banana) -Papaya -Cocona -Hierba luisa -Mango

[@SteveJones172pilot]

That's a really interesting perspective, and I'm sure there's a little of that in every country. I work in Washington DC, and am quite sure that someone in Detroit would have similar feelings.. I struggle with donating to charities that simply go into a poor place and feed the people, enabling them to continue to live in their current miserable existance, but I think this seems very different - With this group, it looks like the end result will be more educated and happy, productive individuals leaving the area, and hopefully they'll pay forward what they were given once they achieve something... Like the policeman in the video..

[@SKU11CRU5HER115]

Praying for Peru and everybody around the world to notice.

[@elmonoreptiliano9878]

Visited Cuzco last year, and the alpacas taste really good!

[@TheJMyMJ]

Im from peru and i agree with you, everything revolves around of capital city

[@karlaasto]

Thanks for your help, Destin! We really appreciate it!

[@arsenicqueen69]

Are people really freaking that hard about a little blip of a Psalm at the end of a video showing how Destin and others helped families out? Really? I'm agnostic, and there is not an iota of this video that seems preachy to me. The easiest way for you to not get offended? Don't watch SED! Destin, way to go, man! You're making the world a better place bit by tiny bit!

[@jimmyscringlo]

***** Exactly. I'm agnostic as well, but the fact that they're converting them to believe instead of giving them the choice to believe or not bothers me.

[@Aj32678]

***** Don't forget that they will ALWAYS have a choice. Christianity does not allow for forced conversion, and don't mention the inquisition because those people were just misguided animals the way they treated people.

[@TammZee]

***** if it comes down to homeless/trafficked children being either smuggled/raped/mistreated or being loved/housed/and taught the "word of god" I'd rather them live in some comfort and make their own future decisions.. Love, An Atheist

[@Shangori]

Aj32678 We're talking about kids. It is not for nothing churches say: get them while they're young. Children listen to parents, they are, to them, figures of authority and will accept pretty much everything that is taught to them. They do NOT have a choice.

[@Novenae_CCG]

Just as a side note: '' I'm an agnostic'' doesn't mean anything. Your gnositicsm or agnosticism refers to your theism/atheism/anti-theism. Theism: I believe in a god. Atheism: I have no belief in a god. Anti-theism: I believe there are no gods. Gnosticism: I think that what I belief can be proven. Agnosticism: I think the subject at hand can't be proven or disproven. So, if you're agnostic, all you're saying is that you don't think the existence of a god can be proven, but it doesn't say what you actually believe. If you're _not sure_ there is a god, but there _could_ be one, then you're neither a theist, nor an anti-theist. You're atheist (atheism still allows for gods to exist!).

[@leotills3017]

Destin, you're my hero. Hail and well met, fine sir. I was so touched, I donated. Your soul shines so brightly, it's easily apparent that the Lord walks by your side.

[@leotills3017]

We all have our flaws.

[@firstnamelastname4752]

Something seems odd about a furry praising god.

[@leotills3017]

There is nothing wrong with dressing up to spice up your intimate life.

[@Crystel150]

Being Peruvian and having seen up close the struggle families and children face with getting an education especially orphaned I deeply appreciate what your doing and couldn't be more touched, DFTBA GUYS!!!!

[@sarahunderwood8952]

I LOVE that you guys show your exact accounting. That makes a big difference when it comes to being able to trust our resources with you!!

[@mari_shirley]

Thank you so much for this! I was born in Lima, Peru, and I am so happy that Project for Awesome helped built the orphanage. I donated, it's great to be part of such an awesome thing

[@Farfromhere001]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! -From Cusco, Peru!

[@Flopsaurus]

What an awesome way to share the impact of donations from your followers. You're doing this right for sure! I really hope you win again!

[@laifu.the.mudi1]

I'm thankful for everyone with the same attitude as you and your companions. Great work and we all owe you a great debt of gratitude!

[@TylerMayMedia]

Destin! You always have the best P4A videos! I love seeing how our money goes to helping people! What Not Forgotten is doing in Peru is amazing!

[@marym361]

It's so awesome to see what the P4A has done in real life! Sometimes giving money and getting perks watching livestreams can feel disconnected from the real issues that we're talking about. Thanks for this great video :)

[@lyserg0zeroz]

Ooh, finally time for this one. Excellent work Destin!

[@crazyzippyfumblefish]

This is a great thing you are doing! Project For Awesome is always one of my favorite parts of the year! Keep it up man!

[@TammZee]

for all those "nay-sayers"... regardless of your religious affiliation THAT particular quote is actually COMPLETELY related to this video and their cause and not preachy at all.. it's something that we should abide by in daily life regardless of religion.. Every life is meaningful and if you have the drive/cause/funds to change/support the lives of those less fortunate.. whether you're an atheist, a jew, a christian, a buddhist , than you should help in any way you can... This movement/project is amazing and I'm glad there are people out there like you. Love, An Atheist

[@milad.nikzad]

How thoughtful! I would've never thought of that. This is such a great cause!

[@KGiustOD]

You've got my vote. You're a genuine and good person. I'm sure I speak for many when I say we all support you.

[@thisisbecker]

Beautiful. I love hearing about the great work you guys have done!

[@Saikaru09]

Donated! It's awesome to see that something actually happens with the donations!

[@KunoichiN3rd]

This is so great!! I love to see how the money helped out!

[@sophieelliott3932]

So beautiful. It's incredible to see the amazing things people can do. Thanks for being so awesome!

[@racegirl518]

This is awesome! Congrats and thanks for all your hard work

[@ryannicha]

good job destin! glad you show where peoples donations went to

[@untappedinkwell]

Great video. I loved seeing all of the things you did with your funds last year. Thanks so much! And you were right, I did like the decorative plants.

[@ReadHeadPat]

this is great. This is why I love P4A so much. Thanks for making this video and just being awesome over there in Peru. Not Forgotten definitely has my vote. Happy P4A and DFTBA!

[@pianoman159]

This is amazing man! You're changing lives.

[@thetrianglewaffle]

that's awesome dude, I'm defiantly donating again!

[@rreid1993]

That is amazing dustin. I hope you keep this us. It is great to see what the money is going towards. Hope everything goes well for you

[@dftbalizzy5127]

This is amazing, wonderful job!

[@HeyAmberly]

This is so awesome! You're a great person!

[@highadvantage]

Wow. You're the man. Proud of you, brother. You have some serious goals and motivation.

[@pastelnerd3419]

I got a little teary eyed watching this. You guys have come so far. *sniff*

[@fifaboys99]

Donation done ... keep up the good work. U guys are awesome.

[@Chris0825]

This is amazing!! Great job!

[@pngforged]

Keep up the good work! I love all that you do!

[@annaf3077]

Great video! This is my first project for awesome and it's so awesome to see people across the globe come together to collaborate and help others. I have a thought provoking question for hank/John. What do you get when you cross a joke and a rhetorical question? Happy P4A AND DONT FORGET TO BE AWESOME.

[@andresthekingtel]

i love what you are doing and i like how you share how the money was spent.

[@OnsideHaddock72]

Wow, even if half of your subs donated $1 you could have 1.1 million dollars.

[@smartereveryday]

Do you have any idea how big of a deal that would be? We could build a school on the property or something even more amazing.

[@MiningBlock]

SmarterEveryDay I just donated a dollar, lets get this thing started! gyazo.com/cede1b6756b86f6fc4e9ebca95876360

[@smartereveryday]

MiningBlock Dude... spread the word. Anyone willing to post it around in your social media feeds would be greatly appreciated. There are boys ready to come off the street now. Not Forgotten is already in contact with a local judge.

[@MiningBlock]

SmarterEveryDay I definitly will, it's so sad knowing that people are fighting to simply live and find food and clean water while I'm here complaining about sitting at a desk working 8-4. You don't realize how good you've got it until you see those who don't have anything. Great video, keep up the good work

[@OnsideHaddock72]

#onedollar could be a trending topic? Maybe?

[@Kelo60]

I've actually wanted to help out in places like this. The only problem is I have a bad mental illnesses that require I take meds that are hard to find in places such as these. So until then I donate 30% of my SSI check every month to a charity that I feel needs it. I would love to help out. And transparency is this biggest thing for me. I will deff be looking into helping out until I am well enough to help people myself. Much love. And thanks you for doing awesome work.

[@nobodycares85]

That is outstanding, I'm totally amazed and very impressed.

[@steveroman9759]

Wow i'm half Peruvian. My dad is from there and he took me there when I was very young and i saw and lived first hand in poverty in a month. It warms my heart to see organizations like these looking out for my people.

[@PinkCorvid]

This looks like a fantastic charity. Great video! And yea Emily!!!

[@kayJM39]

It's so great to actually see where the money is going, and the impact it has made. Thank you for this video :)

[@theladytennant]

Absolutely fantastic video!

[@pchenester]

thats amazing! I am going to donate knowing that my money is actually contributing to something actually!

[@fuchion15]

Throat got all lumpy watching this. This is absolutely incredibly, thank everyone for your incredible part in making this happen!

[@manyrainbows]

Awesome video. this looks like a super awesome charity. Voted!

[@nerdfighteremma]

so awesome! this sounds like a really amazing cause. i almost cried. :') voting for this one. happy p4a!

[@darkfire090]

Looked like you guys had so much fun! Amazing video.

[@86BRETT86]

The more and more I watch your videos the more amazing person I see that you are. Keep being awesome Destin!!!

[@Peachwhaler26]

So many great things in this video, much love

[@FlyKiwi]

It is wicked cool to see the good that last year's P4A did, donating is one thing but it's so exciting to see the money in action!

[@afghandydynamite9767]

Amazing job guys!

[@bawnsii]

Merry Christmas Destin, You really outdone it :)

[@1987tomtomtom1987]

Hey great videos! Might be worth mentioning that the vote is only a click, no email/password like most other sites!

[@smartereveryday]

Good call!

[@SavannahCullen]

Tears, I am so moved.

[@ManuelRospigliosi]

I'm from Lima, Peru! Thank you for what you're doing, man! :D

[@LegallyLeader]

It's so cool to see how things are getting better after last year! Good job, Destin! #P4A

[@DrBoss873]

Subscribed recently, what a nice guy this guy is!!

[@meet1348]

This is such a wonderful thing u r doing sir and people like u make this a better place to live in

[@BrooklynCalls]

Respect! Keep up the good work!

[@RennatWebs]

Just sent $2 your way. Glad to see my previous donations are being put to good use!

[@TheAInfinity]

Everyone go go now donate. This is something worth donating for. I love this guy and everything that he does. Thank you Destin.

[@Mewzyque]

Wow. It's really nice you made a video to show the people who donated where their money is being put. When money becomes a tangible, concrete building that we can see, it makes us all feel good.

[@shahhossain]

Thank you so much

[@The1RosePhoenix]

If I have to be stuck in bed with a sprained ankle, I'm glad it's during P4A so that I can hopefully help out by watching videos and voting and donating and getting people to do the same

[@Kerbesk]

That's my country! Thank you for what you're doing, since unfortunately Peru is filled with people in need of a second chance. You've definitely got my vote.

[@Hintz6]

Your motivation to do good for others and make an impact on others lives with your means is inspiring. Thank you for sharing.

[@LSFprepper]

VOTED AND SHARED!

[@choricaviar7217]

hey guys you´re awsome. i´m from peru and i just wanna thank you for that!!

[@md3groot]

God bless you. Truly awesome!

[@sequind]

Aww this makes me so happy because I have spent months helping the people of Peru!!!!

[@dperez1044]

Wow Destin, you are such a good man doing good for the youth out there... I just voted and donated 20 bucks, hope it can help!

[@jordansmith9176]

I am voting now! This is a great cause. (By the way, Hank should be here in just a few minutes, looking at the comments. Love you, Hank! Huge fan.)

[@blazebluebass]

This is wonderful!

[@areyoureally123]

Good work Destin!

[@DeconvertedMan]

I love the fact that this is 100% transparency!

[@Jonh30files]

i wish and hope this will go the best it can be.good luck!

[@MadisynBowen]

Such a wonderful cause! So glad that p4a helped so much last year and hopefully we can get more for these kids this year!

[@jordansmith9176]

Watching Hank watch this video is more entertaining than one would expect. I try to see the glare on his glasses to see where he is, lol.

[@DrDeathAribertHeimHk47]

You're doing a great thing, thank you.

[@T3hN3wB]

Dustin you rock man, you really do. GL!!

[@andreamoore7035]

Awesome projects. I voted for this last year and voted again this year. It's important.

[@Fritschge128]

Destin, you are AWESOME!

[@marylagua5079]

Great cause!! That’s a wonderful job.❤️

[@CurlywiggysChannel]

i actually love you such an inspiration

[@LorenaFlag]

As a peruvian, I can't thank you enough!!! It is amazing what you guys are doing for the less privileged kids in my country. I hope more people donate and you continue helping them. I will donate and if there is any other ways that I can help, just let me know. I can translate to spanish or do whatever you need me to do. Let me know. THANKS SO MUCH!!! :)

[@WhileTrueCode]

A bit choked up bud.. Keep up it, sir.. Truly a treasure

[@STARWARSNERDTIME666]

It is completely amazing to see how you used the money! Great job and DFTBA!

[@LorenzoBredaggwp]

You're awesome, man!

[@Cronuz2]

Donated 10$. First time i've ever donated. Thanks for your hardwork and your effort. Wish I was half the man you are :-) Greetings from Norway.

[@elab394]

Great work.

[@hat_maus]

Emily and Destin were my favorite part of p4a2013! I'm so glad I didn't miss this part of the livestream!

[@OsRsSavant]

GREAT JOB DESTIN!

[@OsRsSavant]

SmarterEveryDay Thank for being you Destin :D Know that you have people looking up at you. Congrats on the new born. Thanks for showing me everything you have.

[@renzofranco4421]

Thank you Destin, the foundation and all the people who donated for doing this for those children. Sadly we don´t have a very good goverment at any level here, so it makes really happy to see that someone is doing something to help them. I hope you can raise enough money to continue doing this wonderful job this year. :)

[@capmoq]

You're simply amazing.

[@SciJoy]

Voted. I love this charity. Awesome DFTBA jerseys too.