Today is World Toilet Day— and for those who take toilet facilities for granted, one may question the need for such an event. The fact is, more than 2.6 billion people worldwide, or 40% of the world's population, do not have access to proper hygienic sanitary facilities. Toilets matter — for health, the environment, and personal dignity. To learn more about this serious issue, go to www.worldtoilet.org.

Every small donation for world sanitary facilities can make a big difference. This holiday season, considering gifting a toilet to those in need. Even a gift of $1 is welcome. To donate, go to "Don't Blush. Sponsor a Flush".