Fundraising Update

First, a huge thank you to everyone who has donated and/or spread the word about our work. Fundraising is by far my least favorite task, but since it's necessary, well, it's necessary. We have raised 42% of the total that we need in order to set a travel date and make reservations. (This is not the full amount that we will need, but it is the majority and will allow us to get started while we work on a base of ongoing support.)

This is GREAT! I am so very appreciative of everyone who has understood the need and felt the desire to be a part of the solution.  I can't say we are done yet, though. We must raise the other 60% as quickly as possible. Ideally I'd like to transition at the beginning of the school year but really AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!  If you have donated already, would you be able to pass on the link to our blog to friends and family? Would you be able to send an email and let others know why you think Eagles Wings is important and what it will mean to the children and staff to have a full-time person leading the program? Do you have a church group or other small group that you would like to show our video to?

If you haven't donated yet, would you be able to think of a few friends to partner with to make a group donation of $100? Could you clean out your garage and sell some things on eBay, at a garage sale or on Craig's list? (A clean house AND a donation!)

And please remember to link to AMAZON through our link at the top of this page AND check out Just Love Coffee/Eagles Wings. These two sources are bringing in funds, and every bit helps! Also, keep an eye on our "How You Can Help" page as I post new opportunities that we are working on.

With a heart full of thanks..
Donna

For anyone who is wondering why we need $25,000, please realize that as a volunteer, it is my responsibility to raise the support needed for all travel expenses as well as "life" expenses for me and the girls. Eagles Wings provides the apartment where we will live along with three or four Eagles Wings children. There will also be some basic household provisions (food allowance and cleaning supplies), but I must pay for all of our insurance, schooling for the girls, clothing, personal items, etc etc as well as our small storage unit here in the US. Travel and insurance are our biggest expenses, while our overall living cost is just a fraction of what it is in the US.