Thank You to everyone who donated to GRDP and gave gifts for the kids that I met at the orphanage. Every contribution helped and we've been able to reach out to many entrepreneurs, an orphanage, and a domestic violence foundation. It's amazing how much we packed into 10 days and all thanks to the help of many friends and family members who supported me and GRDP. Please know that you have made a difference and I really appreciate your help.
If you haven't made a donation to GRDP yet, please do - the donate button is on the right. My fundraising efforts will continue until at least May, 2010.
If you would like to forward this blog to your friends/family, please do. The more awareness I can generate the more we can all help Rwanda and it's people.
I have arrived in Kenya and will be on holiday for the next 10 days before heading back to Canada. I don't plan to check email, etc until I get back, but if I do I'll be sure to update you on my Kenyan safari.
All the best and happy holidays.
XO
Please donate $50 to Global Relief and Development Partners' Social Entrepreneurship Program and Faith Victory's Orphanage in Kigali, Rwanda. Every dollar makes a difference.
- About Me
- An avid volunteer, Melanie Woodward has built a life based on passion…passion for learning and for discovering and travelling the world. Melanie had an incredible, life-altering volunteer experience with Global Relief and Development Partners in Kigali, Rwanda in December, 2009. Her self-funded trip to Rwanda is one of several initiatives Melanie has undertaken for the betterment of the Rwandan people. She is also working with Gisimba Orphanage, Faith Victory Association, she is funding the education of a 15 year old orphan she met in Kigali, and plans an annual art fundraiser (www.artforafrica.info). Melanie is thrilled to be working with Global Relief and Development Partners, where their level of passion matches her own. Melanie’s formal education and experiences volunteering have prepared her for this life-changing journey. She has traveled to over 26 countries, working and volunteering in many of them. A former event planner for events like the Juno and Grey Cup festivals, Melanie has combined her organizational spirit with her humanitarian heart for the greatest experience of her life.
Map of Rwanda
