At the beginning of this year the advocates, organizers and lawyers at Consumer Watchdog promised to take on insurance and healthcare companies, fight for online privacy and build a community of activists who could spread the word about our work for consumer protection and social change.

Here’s a quick look at some of Consumer Watchdog’s 2011 successes by the numbers:

·       $295 million in savings on auto, homeowners and renters insurance policies;

·       Two major health insurers canceled or substantially reduced planned rate hikes;

·       One anti-consumer mega-merger blocked — AT&T's deal with T-Mobile;

·       40,000 fans on Consumer Watchdog’s Facebook page connecting with 13 million friends.

But with all the numbers in the world, right now we’re looking for a few specific numbers:

$25        $50      $100

There are only a few hours left before we wrap up 2011. Please make a tax-deductible contribution of $25, $50, $100 or whatever you can afford before you close down for the year.

Consumer Watchdog got a lot done in 2011. With your support, we can promise to do even more in 2012.

Thank you for all your support and Happy New Year.