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Applications for the the World of Difference UK programme have now closed, but here's some background information on what is involved in the scheme: The World of Difference UK programme, delivered by the Vodafone Foundation, will give 500 people the power to make a difference by taking a two month, paid placement with... a UK charity of their choice. World of Difference UK is open to anyone over 18 in the UK who has with the passion, drive and commitment to donate themselves to a charity. Applicants were able to identify a charity to suit their interests, skills and experience before applying. Applicants were able to use an online Charity Matchmaker tool to seek out a charity. For successful candidates, the Vodafone Foundation will pay the charity they choose £2,500 and they’ll get the balance when tax and National Insurance has been paid. Vodafone UK will also donate a new mobile phone and pre-paid credit to each of the 500 successful applicants so they can share their experiences with friends and family and inspire others to make a difference. The first placements begin in January 2010. In addition to the World of Difference UK programme, eight people have been selected to take part in the Vodafone Foundation’s World of Difference International programme. The winners (Nick Eastcott from Dorset, Kathryn Becher from Devon, Lucy Buck from East Sussex, Max Griffiths from Bolton, Noami Pendle from Bath, Zoe Vowles from London, Rebecca Webb from Southampton and Jain Reid from London) beat 1,000 applicants to work for their chosen charities overseas for 12 months, with salary and expenses paid up to £45,000. The international projects are now getting underway and we will be posting regular updates on their experiences. Read More