Oprah Winfrey’s charity, The Angel Network, is closing its doors. The network ceased accepting donations this week and also stated that upon its upcoming eradication, the remaining funds would be dispersed as it sees fit. Although it seems like a surprise to most, being that Oprah’s widely popular talk show is finally coming to a close, well it seemed only a matter of time that her foundation would follow suit.
The Angel Network was launched in 1998 and was funded by donations from Oprah’s viewers. Nearly thirteen years later and over $80 million raised for charity, The Angel Network is finally calling it quits.
Some of the best-known projects from Oprah’s Angel Network include rebuilding efforts for the Gulf Coast communities who were devastated by the damages that Hurricane Katrina left in its wake. It was also responsible for the construction of over fifty-five rural schools in over twelve different countries.
Although her foundation may be closing its door, Oprah Winfrey certainly hasn't backed out from further philanthropic efforts. Upon the start up of her new cable network, which will run twenty four hours a day and set to begin in January 2011, Winfrey plans on highlighting and raising funds for countless charitable organizations in the coming years.
Certainly do not count Ms. Winfrey out just yet America and friends. With a heart as big as the ocean, and a designer pocketbook to match, Oprah will always been open and willing to lend a helping hand. Like grandma used to say, “When one door closes, another one opens!” So don’t head for the hills screaming just yet, we think that something immense is on the horizon from this unforgettable media mogul. Have YOU helped save the world today?
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