I was hoping to never have to write an “I’m sorry because I haven’t updated ya’ll on the project lately” letter, but that is exactly what the last update and this update are. In these last two (ah, two whole months!) there has been so much happening in my life, all of which were time-demanding, but blessings. Although I’ve been busy, Project 2009 has always been on my mind. I do have to admit that over this last month, I have lost a bit of steam as far as making the Project known to each new or existing relationship, however great opportunities keep presenting themselves that fire me right back up!
1) I have had quite a few friends come up to me out of the blue and say, “I have a gift for Pache! (the piggy bank that dollars are collected in.)” To hear their excitement, and to know that they want to be a part of Project 2009 touches my heart—THANK ALL OF YOU! Also, I’ve had a friend suggest to me that our goal for the year should be to raise $2,009. That idea excites me tremendously—and although it is much higher than my original goal, I say LET’S DO IT!
2) There have been three donators now that have asked if they could donate all of their excess change to the Project, which of course is ok! The highest donation the Project has received so far from a single person so far has been $30--$25 of which was in change alone! Thank you Dustin Denzer, and all others who have donated unwanted change—you make a huge difference in the success of the project!
3) There has been some talk about creating a real homepage/website for Project 2009, which will evolve into more than just a blog. This would most likely be next year, and the project would, of course, adopt a new name.
4) Many ideas have been suggested to me as to where to donate the fund in December 2009. Here are some options to keep in the front of your mind—feel free to email me others! (kchristoffers07@winona.edu)
a. I have a friend, Rachel Stein, who volunteered at a wonderful organization in Uganda called Empower a Child. (http://www.empower-a-child.org) Through this organization, you are able to sponsor a child for just $30/month, and they receive the opportunity to go to school, be fed, and learn more about God. The founder and director, Wilson Kabeera, was here in Winona just last week, and I got the chance to talk to him all about Empower a Child, and how it works. I am 100% confident that the children who are sponsored receive everything they need to succeed and grow closer to God. Also, Rachel is going back to Uganda next week and is living and working with EAC for an entire year! Just think, if the project earns just $360 over a year’s time, WE could sponsor a child for a year, and Rachel would get the chance to work with them first hand every day. I would love to hear your feedback on this option!
b. Christ for Children International (http://christforchildren.com/index.htm) is an option I listed on the last update. Great things are continuing to happen in Fresnillo, Mexico including a growing church body, options for music lessons for worship leaders, and the youth program/feeding. Please read more about CFCI by clicking on the link above! Also, I would be glad to answer any questions you may have Remember I experienced the work they do each day when I was there in March, and I assure you that they are doing wonderful things in the name of Jesus Christ.
c. There are many great opportunities here in MN that we could all get involved with, and/or put our money towards. The two organizations that have been on my heart lately are The Ronald McDonald house (http://www.rmhmn.org/) , and Feed my Starving Children (http://www.fmsc.org). Both of these organizations provide food to those who are enduring rough circumstances such as battling cancer (McDonald house) or living in impoverished communities (FMSC.) I encourage you to volunteer at either of these places, as they provide a great way to bond with those you love as you serve together, and God’s children will be graced by your humble acts of kindness!
Please remember that I am willing to talk to anyone at anytime about ideas for Project 2009. I would love to hear your input on the options listed above or anything new that is on your heart.
Once again, thank you endlessly for being a part of this project! I promise to continue working to develop this project for God’s Glory!
Be Blessed,
Kayla <3 Love>
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