777km cycle in aid of Burundi
Tax deductible
From May 26 for 7 days, I will cycle 777 km and climb 14,000m of elevation to raise funds for families and children in Burundi, one of the world's poorest nations recovering from civil war and genocide. The funds would allow Great Lakes Outreach (a charity), to continue offering 3 key programs that support families and children to step out of extreme poverty through education and economic empowerment. Every donation - whether $5, $10, or $50 - makes a difference; please consider giving what you can.
100% of your donation will go to the charity. I am covering all my costs for the cycling tour around Rwanda.
Your support would specifically fund these 3 projects:
1. BBAC gives pygmy families (a poor minority group) access to high-yield cows which produce 10 times more milk than typical cows. So far, the cows have transformed 400 families' lives, and their children can now go to school financed by milk sales.
2. New Generation helps street kids catch up on years of schooling they missed so that they can reintegrate and complete their education.
3. Gitega Academy is the first school in Burundi focused on raising the next generation of leaders, with an emphasis on leadership, moral character, and personal integrity.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of those who have much less than they deserve.
Mariko
PS Gofundme charges a small processing fee, which I think is fair given they provide a secure and quality service. However, if you do not feel comfortable with the fee, I would be happy to cover the cost -- simply send me an email:)
PPS You can read more about Great Lakes Outreach's work here
100% of your donation will go to the charity. I am covering all my costs for the cycling tour around Rwanda.
Your support would specifically fund these 3 projects:
1. BBAC gives pygmy families (a poor minority group) access to high-yield cows which produce 10 times more milk than typical cows. So far, the cows have transformed 400 families' lives, and their children can now go to school financed by milk sales.
2. New Generation helps street kids catch up on years of schooling they missed so that they can reintegrate and complete their education.
3. Gitega Academy is the first school in Burundi focused on raising the next generation of leaders, with an emphasis on leadership, moral character, and personal integrity.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of those who have much less than they deserve.
Mariko
PS Gofundme charges a small processing fee, which I think is fair given they provide a secure and quality service. However, if you do not feel comfortable with the fee, I would be happy to cover the cost -- simply send me an email:)
PPS You can read more about Great Lakes Outreach's work here
Organizer
Mariko Tak
Organizer
Burnaby, BC
Great Lakes Outreach
Registered nonprofit
Donations are typically 100% tax deductible in the US.
