Volunteers Sharron and Ellen (Shao Gao) travelled to Liangshan in early November to do the first years distribution trip of goods with the monies raised so far. All children except one came to the local project exhibition dinner and distribution day. Ch Ha couldn’t make it for a very good reason - one of the elder children at 15, Ch Ha had skipped a school year due to a lack of shool fees. His schools fees have been donated by a local sponsor and Ch is enjoying school again il in the nearby county township.
The 14 children were given blankets, warm water proof winter coats, snow boots and a small library was started for the them to use on a drop in basis at a local NGO centre. Shy but sweet words of thanks were expressed by all. The kids and grandparents were amazed that their art works had been exhibited in Shanghai and send you their thanks for the goods.
We’re hoping you will be able to attend, not only to enjoy these gorgeous prints but to dig deep into your pockets to help these children in need!
Malafi Photo Initiative Opening
The opening will take place at 6pm Wednesday September 3 @ Boonna 3 Cafe on 1690 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Wuxing Lu ( 淮海中路 1690 ) Tel: 6433-0835
Questions? Feel free to contact us: friends(at)malafi.org
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