I just learnt about this initiative this year and have submitted a project called Backyard Tree Nurseries. I'm waiting to hear whether our project made it to Top 25 projects, which will qualify it for Round 2 and possible winning of a share of $2.5mil split between top 5 winners.

http://www.membersproject.com/about/index.html 

This is an amazing opportunity to share what people are passionate about, what makes them tick and what change they want to see in the world. I encourage everyone to think of a project for next year or support someone who does! And of course, I would greatly appreciate your vote for my project in Round 2 of the Contest. You can check back to this page

http://www.membersproject.com/project/view/80XKMF

after September 9, 2008 and vote for it IF you are an AMEX cardholder (Round 2 voting is limited only to cardholders). THANK YOU VERY MUCH!