¿ªÔÆÌåÓýI agree that we need to be sure that it will be well spend. We most likely have to consult local people but also with that we need to be careful. Perhaps we could see if we can obtain some fund (provisionally) from clubs and if we find a good destination, we can buy stuff and donate it. If we are not confident on the beneficiaries, we simply don¡¯t spend it. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Ronald PA3EWP via groups.io
Sent: Wednesday, 9 November 2022 21:36 To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Madagascar2022] Charity Nosy-Be ? Hello Johannes, ? I have no problems to give something to a charity. But in that case I like to give it personally, so I know it is on the right place (and they don¡¯t spend it at the bar). ? 73 Ronald ? ? Van: [email protected] <[email protected]> Namens Johannes Hafkenscheid ? Dear all, ? Herewith a thought from my side. We as fortunate and rich "Westerners" are going to visit one of the poorest countries in the World (in fact Madagascar is top 3 poorest countries in the World). ? My idea would be to participate in some kind of charity while we are visiting. As we are already fully packed, brining items with us is not very realistic, however if we have some spare old mobile phones etc. this could be of help maybe. In addition we could do a fundraiser, but I would personally like to make it practical and concrete and for example purchase items for a school or Project directly while we are there, so we don't transfer money but donate goods and can see and show our lenders what we actually supported. ? I have some experience with charity and donating in Africa, but would like to hear from you about your ideas and thoughts. In the meantime I can search for some charities / NGO's around Nosy-Be. ? Looking forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, 73 Johannes Hafkenscheid ?/ / ?/??/ ? / |
