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Paras climbs Kilimanjaro
Page creator: Paras Kamdar
Event: Accenture Kilimanjaro Trek 1
Event Date: 27th Aug 2009
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Kamdar vs. Kilimanjaro
About my charity : Voluntary Service Overseas Voluntary Service Overseas
VSO is a leading development charity with almost 1,500 skilled professionals currently working in over 34 countries. VSO's unique approach to international development is founded on volunteers, working together and with local communities to fight poverty and achieve lasting change.
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Fundraising target:  £4,000.00
Donations so far:  £ 4,445.00
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My personal message:

 Thanks for taking the time to visit my fundraising page!  You are here because you're interested in supporting a cause that will help provide education, create opportunities and generate hope for those that cannot afford to do so on their own.

To recap:  In August, with a team of 30 trekkers, I will attempt to climb Mount Kilimanjaro and reach the summit at 19,340 feet as part of the culmination of a global effort to raise money for Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) development initiatives in East Africa. 

The funds raised by you, me and my fellow trekkers will support VSO's work in East Africa.  Here are some numbers and examples to give you an idea of the impact we can make from our joint contribution:

 £50: provides HIV and AIDS training for a VSO volunteer to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS in local communities throughout Zambia.

 £250: helps a VSO volunteer to train 20 local teachers in special teaching methods and in the management of Special Needs Units in Kenya in order to support children with disabilities.

 £1000: funds a community-initiated project in Gambia that, with the support of a VSO volunteer, could help set up small enterprises run by local communities.

If you would like to contribute to these types of initiatives, please click the SPONSOR ME NOW button and Justgiving will take you through the donation process.  FYI, Justgiving is the easiest, fastest way to sponsor me, all transactions are secure and the funds will go directly to VSO.  NOTE: Since VSO is registered in the UK, all transactions are in British pounds (1 GBP = 1.5 USD).  You also have the option to mail me a check made out to VSO; let me know and I'll give you my mailing address.  All donations are anonymous.  And lastly, all travel costs to Tanzania and additional trek costs will be covered by me out of my own pocket.

Finally I just want to say, it doesn't matter how much you give as long as it comes from the heart.  Every penny counts and making a difference in the life of even one family or one child is well worth the effort.

If you have any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to contact me, I'll be happy to address them. 

Thanks for all your support!

Paras

paras1220@gmail.com / 512-413-0105
Date Amount Tax Bonus  Comment
05/09/2009 £15.00 n/a forgot to donate before you left! hope all is going well! 
26/06/2009 £31.00 n/a Goodluck!  
25/06/2009 £15.00 n/a  
24/06/2009 £21.00 n/a Wishing you all the best! 
24/06/2009 £207.00 n/a All Hands Raffle. Thanks everyone! 
21/06/2009 £31.00 n/a Bring me back something cool.........like an alpine Giraffe! I hear they are smaller than regular Giraffes. Thin air and what not. 
15/06/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck chief! 
13/06/2009 £50.00 n/a Kevin & I wish all the best. Good luck. Keep in touch 
12/06/2009 £50.00 n/a I'll be the first to get you past your goal, good luck! 
10/06/2009 £11.00 n/a Good luck!!! Congrats on hitting 4000!!! 
09/06/2009 £31.00 n/a The one at the is for good luck. 
08/06/2009 £31.00 n/a May you be the warrior the mountain calls you to be. 
07/06/2009 £25.00 n/a good luck and best wishes! 
07/06/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck Paras! I know you will be great!  
07/06/2009 £31.00 n/a  
05/06/2009 £35.00 n/a Keep up yuor noble mission Paras !!! 
05/06/2009 £35.00 n/a TOYD! almost there... 
04/06/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck Paras! We'll all be cheering you on! 
03/06/2009 £30.00 n/a Good luck brother! Send us a photo from Uhuru Peak! 
03/06/2009 £15.00 n/a best of luck... 
03/06/2009 £30.00 n/a You're going to do awesome!!! oh and...dont forget your organic babywipes :)  
03/06/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck! Your actions are inspiring! 
03/06/2009 £15.00 n/a Good luck, buddy! I hope you conquer kilimanjaro by reachng the peak. Don't let the sherpas hold you back, yo!  
02/06/2009 £50.00 n/a Good Luck on your endeavor Paras! 
02/06/2009 £50.00 n/a good luck climbin mt. hiroshima! or was that mt. kawasaki? 
02/06/2009 £10.00 n/a Good luck man. This is a great cause and have fun along the way. 
02/06/2009 £25.00 n/a Go west young man...and he kept going!! Good luck and send pictures... 
02/06/2009 £10.00 n/a goodluck! 
28/05/2009 £25.00 n/a Have a great climb! 
26/05/2009 £100.00 n/a Are there fat chicks at the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro that we aren't aware of??? 
21/05/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck, Parrrrrrrrrrrus :-) 
19/05/2009 £60.00 n/a Have a blast and Safe Travels! 
18/05/2009 £100.00 n/a Good Luck! Paras. May your dream be fullfilled. 
16/05/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck man. May the force of SSB be with you! 
10/05/2009 £75.00 n/a make like miley cyrus and climb that mountain. also ride a giraffe if you get a chance! 
06/05/2009 £100.00 n/a This should be a great adventure for you. Have fun.  
04/05/2009 £100.00 n/a Remember to stretch. Good Luck! 
04/05/2009 £15.00 n/a Good luck on your adventure!! 
03/05/2009 £40.00 n/a Wishing you the best on your inspirational journey! 
01/05/2009 £25.00 n/a  
01/05/2009 £24.00 n/a  
01/05/2009 £20.00 n/a Rock it out! Good luck! You are definitely an inspiration :) 
28/04/2009 £50.00 n/a wishing you Paras all the best & good luck!!!!!!! 
24/04/2009 £25.00 n/a Good Luck!!! When you get to the top you gotta scream "yyyeeeeaaaahhhhh!!" 
20/04/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck Paras! This is an awesome thing you're doing! 
20/04/2009 £25.00 n/a Good Luck! Keep up the good work 
17/04/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck and thanks for doing good in the world!  
17/04/2009 £25.00 n/a not sure you'll get soggy cereal during this but i'm sure you'll find other sources of inspiration every morning - good luck! 
10/04/2009 £75.00 n/a Good luck! Take me with you next time! 
08/04/2009 £25.00 n/a My tip to climb Kilimanharo is "Listen to Rocky Balboa soundtrack" and shoot....Just Kidding Bro.....You are doing wonderful Job Paras....Good Luck !! 
08/04/2009 £25.00 n/a Great luck!! 
06/04/2009 £100.00 n/a Hope you keep up the good work, keeping searching and the clarity will come 
04/04/2009 £200.00 n/a Be inspired and keep the good work going - may SWAMI help you accomplish your mission.  
31/03/2009 £50.00 n/a Grab a gym membership and start training, good luck! 
30/03/2009 £40.00 n/a If you can climb Mt. Si, you can climb Kilimanjaro. Lets hike Baker this summer to get you ready! 
30/03/2009 £25.00 n/a Way to give back Paras. Put a flag on top of that Mt for me or something. :-) 
30/03/2009 £17.22 n/a goodluck on Kili.. you big sexy mountain climber you 
24/03/2009 £50.00 n/a Good work! Start training! August is not too far.  
24/03/2009 £15.00 n/a Best of luck. That mountain doesn't stand a chance. 
24/03/2009 £250.00 n/a Wish you all the best and may your noble intentions always find a helping hand. 
24/03/2009 £15.00 n/a Good luck Paras! 
23/03/2009 £50.00 n/a Do a Hook 'Em Horns at the top! 
17/03/2009 £75.00 n/a Awesome and inspiring stuff - Wish this journey of yours never ends and in that you will find your true happiness. What a great start to the journey ! 
16/03/2009 £50.00 n/a Good luck! we wish you all the best keep it up 
16/03/2009 £50.00 n/a It's so great! We wish you all the best & Good luck!! Go break a leg! 
12/03/2009 £31.00 n/a All the best Paras  
24/02/2009 £65.00 n/a Good Luck Paras - may the force be with you 
20/02/2009 £67.00 n/a Good luck! Tell the lamas i said wutup... 
19/02/2009 £50.00 n/a It's awesome you're doing this, Paras! Best wishes! 
17/02/2009 £31.00 n/a Keep on keepin on 
11/02/2009 £50.00 n/a This is an amazing thing you are doing! I'm happy to donate to the cause. Best of luck to you! 
11/02/2009 £50.00 n/a Good luck and watch where you poo! 
11/02/2009 £50.00 n/a you've climbed mt. bonnell before so you should be good 
07/02/2009 £20.00 n/a Best of luck! 
06/02/2009 £70.00 n/a Good Luck!! 
06/02/2009 £30.00 n/a  
06/02/2009 £50.00 n/a What a great cause Paras. Good luck! 
05/02/2009 £22.78 n/a my donation stands out :-) way to inspire us paras! 
03/02/2009 £25.00 n/a Good luck bud 
02/02/2009 £50.00 n/a The mountain fears the pretty eyes 
02/02/2009 £25.00 n/a wear something fabulous, k? 
02/02/2009 £90.00 n/a Remember: dont croo in your pants while on the mountain! 
29/01/2009 £60.00 n/a Go kick Kili's ass and make us Longhorns proud!! 
26/01/2009 £100.00 n/a Good luck! 
21/01/2009 £69.00 n/a Thanks for making a mountain out of a molehill everyone...I LOVE YOUR SOUL PARAS 
21/01/2009 £50.00 n/a better get to training  
20/01/2009 £50.00 n/a Good Luck. How about a fund raiser in Austin? I'll bring the bands 
19/01/2009 £35.00 n/a GOOD LUCK!!!! 
19/01/2009 £35.00 n/a Good luck, Paras! 
19/01/2009 £40.00 n/a Good luck! 
19/01/2009 £18.00 n/a So awesome you are doing this. Good luck! 
19/01/2009 £21.00 n/a Good Luck Paras! 
17/01/2009 £50.00 n/a Keep up the good work Paras. Good Luck! 
16/01/2009 £35.00 n/a  
30/11/2008 £100.00 n/a the mountain awaits.. 
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