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Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans to the point that many felt we would never recover.  People came from around the nation to help us rebuild, from contractors and companies with know-how, to individuals who just wanted to help.  Now the Big Easy is back into swing and better than it’s ever been; it’s still the best city to dine in, the best place for live music and in the running for top spot in nightlife.

Twitter may still be new to the media locally, but in the city’s defense a lot of us had never heard of twitter unless we watched CNN. All that aside I have noticed in the last couple of months that more and more New Orlenians are on Twitter. From online geeks to local businesses, hear us. We firmly believe we can dive into this great cause for all the right reasons, more importantly we would like to be part of this great movement.

Now it’s time to prove that we can be just as caring and giving.  On February 12th, 2009, over one hundred cities worldwide will be hosting Twestivals, or Twitter festivals.  Our company will be the host for New Orleans.

All those who Twitter, as well as those who just wish to lend a helping hand, are being called together on February 12th for fun, festivities and a great cause – bringing sustainable, clean water to developing and underdeveloped countries.

Here are the facts:

•    1.1 billion people have no access to clean, drinkable water.  One in six people worldwide.
•    80% of all sickness and disease is caused by unsafe water and lack of basic sanitation.
•    More people die from these diseases every year than from all forms of violence, even war.
•    Although many communities have clean drinking water underground, they’re unable to access it.
•    One well can change a lot for a community.
•    One well costs anywhere from $4,000 - $12,000 to drill.
•    100% of the proceeds from the Twestival go to Charity: Water to drill these wells.

So, on February 12th, I’d like to invite you to join Level 343, Twitter and thousands of people around the world in this great cause.

Our first goal is $4,000.  If 100 people contribute $40 each, we’ll reach that goal.  The second goal is $12,000.  If those same 100 people contribute $120, we’ll reach the high goal.

Stayed tuned for further Twestival information, the New Orleans festival specifically, and an update on the goals.  More information about this wonderful cause, as well as a list of participating cities can be found.

I would like to hear from all the local media/advertising agencies, universities, radio stations, TV stations, etc. Therefore after you read this please send it to everyone you know who is online. I hope to see you there!

Please Follow all updates on the Location and EXACTELY what we will be doing on this date here