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bantaba
Switzerland
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 Posted - 16 May 2006 : 18:11:03
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I am in the process of setting up a 501C (3), I just graduated with Master in Social Work.
I am currently working with the federal government. The 501C (3) will basically help students from poor families with tuition fees. The bulk of the income for the start up and maintenance of the foundation will come from me. I will also write a grant and will go to various schools especially high schools to solicit some funds. The idea is to make people aware of ways that they can contribute to alleviate poverty in Africa. I think education is the best solution in solving many of Africa's problems.
Maybe UK can be another base of the foundation and perhaps some members of the Bantaba would like to get involved. More information will be available as time goes on.
Any suggestions
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kondorong
Gambia
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Posted - 16 May 2006 : 19:03:13
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| Count me in. I am ready to be a part of this venture. However i have not grant writing experience in the US but i have some energy to spare. |
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.” |
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leokat
United Kingdom
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Posted - 16 May 2006 : 19:12:05
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I'd be happy to help in any way I can.
I'm a qualified childcare social worker(dip SW) with a degree in Health and Community Studies.
I do not work at present due to ill health so have plenty of free time. |
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jambo
3300 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 19:47:54
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| happy to help, extra pair of hands, fund raising or awareness raising. |
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Newfy
Western Samoa
462 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 22:39:58
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Sounds interesting bantaba... if its to be a supporter
of grassroots, pls count me in. I write grants as part
of my work, need statements, health plans, evaluation
etc. financials however are not my strong point... |
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kondorong
Gambia
4380 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 22:55:34
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Originally posted by Newfy
Sounds interesting bantaba... if its to be a supporter
of grassroots, pls count me in. I write grants as part
of my work, need statements, health plans, evaluation
etc. financials however are not my strong point...
Good to know you write grants. Do you live in the United states and do you operate a private consultant or work for some organisation? |
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.” |
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bantaba
Switzerland
61 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 23:05:45
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I took a grant writing course while doing my masters, so I am kind of familiar with. I will be glad to work with you Nefy in writing this grant. I currently reside in U.S
Thanks for your enthusiasm
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Newfy
Western Samoa
462 Posts |
Posted - 20 May 2006 : 09:11:59
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At my present job at a nonprofit organization I write grants in the
US. I have taken classes, but more important is the writing of the
grants and learning through experience. We always work as a team at my present job, no one person rows the canoe! |
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bantaba
Switzerland
61 Posts |
Posted - 20 May 2006 : 17:17:01
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| Can definitely use your experience in writing a sound and well rounded grant, it will be easier to work with somebody who has been doing grant writing as a profession. Would you mind telling me what State you are residing |
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Newfy
Western Samoa
462 Posts |
Posted - 20 May 2006 : 22:15:51
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| Bantaba, just to let you know I live and work in Hawaii. If you need more information, feel free to contact me at my email adress. Mahalo. |
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