Donations in kind going to The Gambia
Today, we loaded some parcels in a container going to The Gambia.
This time, we also support a little organization, called "Animal Care Home Gambia", that is helping cats and dogs.
They take in injured, homeless and orphaned pets and are in urgent need of kennels and pens for their patients. These are not easily available in The Gambia, that's why we send them. We also
added some wound desinfectant, cat and dog toys and other little surprises.
Have a look at their work there: https://www.facebook.com/HappyAnimalsHappyPeople
If you want to support them, please let us know. They are always in need of pet and medical supplies.
We also added 3 big boxes of clothings and other necessities for families again.
The container will be on the way by 02 January 2024.
Corporate Christmas Cards 2023
Central National Europe purchased 500 custom-made Christmas cards.
The money will contribute to various projects, that are still in need of funding.
We'll also send some urgently needed things in a container before Christmas.
More info soon.
This year I decided to stick with the woodland animal theme again and draw a wild female brown bear, that I met in the Slovenian forests last September.
Yet another storm in the Gambia
In the night of 12 to 13 July 2023 The Gambia heavy rains and strong winds have caused quite a lot of damage again. Even our little car got damaged by a citrus tree, that had fallen and
broken a window. (FYI: No donations are being used to repair this damage)
But of course, other neighbors were more seriously affected.
Amadou's house lost large parts of the roof and had to be repaired as soon as possible, as more rainfall was to be expected very soon.
We were able to supply beams and covered the costs for a new corrugated metal sheets to replace the damaged parts of the roof.
Luckily, during the weekend friends came together and managed to finish the repair job.
Many thanks to the donors who made this quick help possible.
Please consider donating.
DONATION ACCOUNT of GAMBIAid
IBAN: AT 31 3209 2000 0281 1289
BIC: RLNWATWWGAE
GAMBIAid Computer Class
We started a computer school as it improves (job) prospects and adds valuable abilities to people's CV.
The majority of Gambians doesn't have access to this kind of education, despite being a key skill nowadays.
The course takes 3 months and, of course, we also focus on educating especially young women.
We are employing a professional teacher and are renting a classroom, so the students are receiving the best possible training in an appropiate setting.
Please donate:
The purpose can be determined, otherwise the donation will be used for the most recent project.
Bank account of GAMBIAid:
IBAN: AT 31 3209 2000 0281 1289
BIC: RLNWATWWGAE
Please support our work!
Update 3: Bansang Water Well Project
The constructions for the Muritani well in Bansang are making progress.
Tiles have been laid and spilled water will be drained properly.
The tab area is way more hygienic like this.
Please donate:
The purpose can be determined, otherwise the donation will be used for the most recent project.
Bank account of GAMBIAid:
IBAN: AT 31 3209 2000 0281 1289
BIC: RLNWATWWGAE
Please support our work!
Update 12: Construction Site - Catastrophe in Gambia
We were finally able to finish the roof. Originally, there was temporarily not enough and only poor covering material (rusty or just plastic without any proper weather protection). We were able to order something better at short notice and replace the old one, which was converted into a garden fence without further ado.
The family moved in immediately, even though there aren't even any beds inside. Currently, the mother sleeps on a mattress, the children on mats. But they are happy about the privacy and all the space, they are incredibly proud and happy.
Next, windows have to be installed because it gets very hot inside and the temporary corrugated iron shutters have to be closed, especially at night, for security reasons.
A few pieces of furniture, especially beds would be great and maybe an outside toilet, ideally for the neighborhood so that more people can benefit from it.
We have to be careful, because our support has unfortunately also caused a lot of envy.
Although we tried to keep our names and organization anonymous in the neighborhood so that we don't have any problems privately, the info leaked and unfortunately led to some rather unpleasant hostilities.
The family itself - especially the widow - was partly put under pressure to remarry quickly and to sell the house, since one could use the money much better for one's own purposes, etc.
But she has remained steadfast and would like to stay independent and self-determined, of course keep the house and not get married anytime soon, contrary to any traditions.
We don't let that stop us from doing our work either and we still try to help as many people as possible. Some just don't want to understand that we can't help everyone and that this money comes from donations and that we are not millionaires.
But of course the gratitude prevails. Unfortunately, envy can be found anywhere.
We are very grateful for the great support from all sides.
Please consider donating.
Reason: storm victim
DONATION ACCOUNT of GAMBIAid
IBAN: AT 31 3209 2000 0281 1289
BIC: RLNWATWWGAE
Update 2: Bansang Water Well Project
The constructions for the Muritani well in Bansang have already begun.
The water tank height got increased, piping will be added soon, bricks are being laid...
Please donate:
The purpose can be determined, otherwise the donation will be used for the most recent project.
Bank account of GAMBIAid:
IBAN: AT 31 3209 2000 0281 1289
BIC: RLNWATWWGAE
Please support our work!
Update 1: Bansang Water Well Project
Construction for the well updating in Bansang has already begun.
Please donate:
The purpose can be determined, otherwise the donation will be used for the most recent project.
Bank account of GAMBIAid:
IBAN: AT 31 3209 2000 0281 1289
BIC: RLNWATWWGAE
Please support our work!
Bansang Water Well Project
One of the water wells in Bansang is in dire need of updating. Defects and diseases are imminent.
The area around the taps has to be tiled so it can be kept clean and people don't have to wade trough mud and dirt. Especially during rainy season (flooding and severe storms) there is a high risk that the well will be damaged.
It must therefore be fixed and optimized accordingly. The piping from the water tank also needs to be improved and protected.
We are very grateful for the great support from all sides.
Many thanks to the donors who support our projects.
We still need your help please.
Please donate:
Purpose can be determined, otherwise the donation will be used for the most recent project.
Bank account of GAMBIAid:
IBAN: AT 31 3209 2000 0281 1289
BIC: RLNWATWWGAE
Please support our work!
