In celebration of 75 years in business, The Oriental Trading Company sponsored a contest called 'Make the World More Fun.'

The entries are in and the final judging of the entries will be begin on August 5th 2008. You can vote for your favorites until August 4th 2008.

The Oriental Trading Company has narrowed down all of their entries to the top ten in their 'Make the World More Fun' Contest.

Read and rate these stories to help decide who will receive $10,000 in cash plus $5,000 cash and $5,000 in products from Oriental Trading to the person and organization mentioned in the winning idea. Click HERE to read and vote on your favorites! Remember, you only have until August 4th!

The Head Start Program that serves children from low-income families

Slum Children in Nairobi

Children with Cancer at DeVos children’s hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Country Acres Home for children that have been removed from their abusive homes or from parents going to jail for drug use.

Former Child Slaves in Ghana

Camp Sunsibs for children who have siblings with cancer.

Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs and the Marian House Soup Kitchen.

Excelsior Youth Centers Incorporated for teen girls.

Ambassadors for Children's work with Columbian schoolchildren

or

Pacific Express Parade Corps, a community music program for children from 5 to 17.

Read their stories and rate your favorites. Help one of these deserving causes to win some fun from Oriental Trading Company.