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American Girl, 12, Builds 27 Homes in Haiti
By Good News Network Tuesday, November 15, 2011
In just three years, Rachel Wheeler raised more than $250,000, which helped build brand new earthquake-proof homes that have given shelter to 27 families that were living in tent cities since Haiti's earthquake.
What's next for the determined Florida pre-teen? Building a new school in the disaster-ravaged country.
WATCH the Making a Difference video below...
(You can also READ the story at NBC Nightly News)
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