During the last few months of 2008 a container was filled with many many gifts and donations. These included clothing, shoes, blankets, bedding, mattresses, computers, sewing machines, cloth for sewing, medical supplies, boxes of cuddly teddy bears, etc.
The clothing made up the majority of the contents, which is the most needed.
It was a truly amazing experience collecting, sorting and packing this container of gifts — they came from as far afield as Melbourne in Victoria and from all parts of Tasmania, north to south and east to west.
To all those who gave the people of Burundi says “Thank You.”
These gifts will be distributed throughout Burundi — to one of the poorest countries in the world from one of the richest countries in the world.
The container has now made it to Burundi. It has taken 3 months to get from Tasmania, Australia to Burundi, Africa via Singapore and Des Es Salem in Tanzania.
Our heartfelt thanks must also go to the Burundian Government, who have graciously freed us of all import duties. Your people will be truly Blessed and we are encouraged to do it all again.
We are currently in negotiations with a school in Tasmania who have 50 computers to donate and with another school in Queensland who are looking to offer funding for freight costs.
Giving is fun, and you too can join in the fun of giving.
If you would like to give to the cost of freight for the next container or to building of a house please visit our “donate” page where you can print our Donation Pledge Form, fill in your preferred payment method and where you would like your funds to be directed.
All donations over $2 are fully tax deductible and a receipt will be forwarded to you promptly.
Many, many thanks for your time, prayers and support.
