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
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