text: For the skeptics who might think Gordon's trip is a publicity stunt, note that he also started the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation, which funds treatment, research and improved quality of life for children with cancer. His work with AARP Foundation has helped the Drive to End Hunger campaign deliver 2.7 million meals to hunger relief organizations near NASCAR tracks. And he plans to return to Africa for more philanthropic work soon - this time to Rwanda - with his 4-year-old daughter Ella.
  OK, few of us have that magic combination of time, resources and ability to parachute into a distant land to help people in dire need. But we can still do our part: Visit Create The Good for volunteer opportunities near you!