Greetings!
I want to start off by wishing everyone a restful long weekend and Memorial Day this coming Monday. As we enjoy the long weekend, we will keep all our service members, humanitarians, aid workers, and first responders in mind. Our staff in local offices have been working hard to support students and their families during times of crisis and hopelessness. As many of you know,
we had a successful Facebook fundraiser, where more than 7,000 people donated over $270,000. At the same time, hundreds of others sent more than $100,000 directly to our office. We are humbled by the level of support that has allowed our team on the ground to expand its activities. Please read a brief report of our upcoming plans below.
Let us not forget about the tremendous damage the floods have caused and the casualties that it has resulted in. While the aftermath of the floods is not making front-page news, let us keep in mind the massive amount of destruction that was caused and how long-term assistance is required. Please continue supporting our efforts by
donating to our campaign
and educating others on the aftermath of this natural disaster.
In gratitude,
Kamyar Lashgari
President & CEO
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Child Foundation's strategic plan includes financially supporting at least 1,500 children and their families so they can focus on rebuilding their lives. Needless to say, if we are able to raise more funds, more families will be covered. After six months, we will evaluate each family’s situation, and if the children qualify for our programs, we will continue to provide them with (financial) academic scholarships.
We are also working on equipping schools with needed educational equipment and materials. According to UNICEF, over 1,000 schools have been damaged or destroyed, losing most of their equipment, such as computers, fax machines, books, lab equipment, etc. due to flooding. In coordination with local education authorities, Child Foundation will purchase and equip schools with needed educational equipment and materials so that children are able to get back to school and finish off the school year.
We are also helping students with school supplies and stationary so that they are able to finish the school year. There are thousands of students who need to complete their school year within a month, but they lack basic school supplies and stationary. Child Foundation had already started this project by providing over 3,000 packages for children so they can finish their school year without having to worry about replacing their supplies that were destroyed in the floods. Education is one of the greatest tools out of poverty, and we want to make sure students do not fall back on their studies. You can donate to our campaign by clicking
here
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Update Your Voice, Data, and Internet & Support Child Foundation!
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We are excited to share our new partnership with BetterWorld Telecom. If you’re looking for voice, data, and internet services for your organization, whether you are a
nonprofit, startup, or Fortune 500 company,
BetterWorld can create a customized solution based on your needs. We have been using BetterWorld for several years here at Child Foundation and are very satisfied with the service. Certain organizations based in California qualify for significant voice and data savings through BetterWorld, so be sure to mention if you’re in California!
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The best part:
BetterWorld will donate 5% of proceeds
from VoIP services back to Child Foundation for any of our donors who sign up with them. This program is a great way to get your organization communicating better while giving back to Child Foundation!
You can
fill out this form
to get a free consultation for your business
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Fundraising Iftar Event at MIT
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The
Persian Student Association
(PSA) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), in collaboration with Harvard University Iranian Student Association (HISA) and Taha Collective, are graciously hosting a flood relief iftar this coming Tuesday at the Stratton Student Center in Lobdell Hall. The event begins at 8:00 pm and all donations will go towards Child Foundation's
flood relief fund
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We thank the students of PSA for organizing this event to help those affected by flooding in Iran. For more information and to register for the event, click
here
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Are you the one I am looking for?
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Mohammad Mahdi is a 9-year old student from Shiraz, Iran. He is currently in 2
nd
grade. His parents are separated due to his father’s history of domestic violence and his mother has custody of him. Mohammad’s mother suffers from psychological and joint problems and can therefore not work. The family lives in an owned house. The family’s primary sources of income are through donations and government subsidiary programs.
With your support, Mohammad Mahdi will have the opportunity to remain in school and have the chance to have a better and brighter future.
After reviewing Mohammad Mahdi’s talents, interest, and motivations and taking into consideration the financial needs of the family, Child Foundation has granted a
$31
/month scholarship to the student. Join us in creating a better future for him. Please take action and sponsor Mohammad Mahdi as his sole sponsor for $31 per month
by clicking
here
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Fereshteh is a 12-year old student from Tabriz, Iran. She is currently in 6th grade. Her father has passed away, and her mother has custody of her. Fereshteh has a married brother that lives with his own family. Fereshteh’s mother is a housewife. The family’s primary sources of income are through donations and government subsidiary programs. The family lives in an owned house.
With your support, Fereshteh will have the opportunity to remain in school and have the chance to have a better and brighter future.
After reviewing Fereshteh’s talents, interest, and motivations and taking into consideration the financial needs of the family, Child Foundation has granted a
$31
/month scholarship to the student. Join us in creating a better future for her. Please take action and sponsor Fereshteh as her sole sponsor for $31 per month
by clicking
here.
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Thank you to all of you who attended presentations by our Senior Advisor for Outreach and Development, Masoud, while he was in the Houston area. Masoud met with supporters from the Association of Iranian American Professionals, the MCC, attended the Fariba Davoodi concert benefiting flood victims and presented at Texas A&M.
If you like to have a presentation in your town to introduce Child Foundation to your community, please contact him
here.
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