Tuesday, November 9, 2010

An update on Paradiso orphanage









Hey everyone - We have just returned from the orphanage after our fourth trip, and the kids are really starting to look forward to our visits. Every time we go we always bring some basic supplies for the orphanage, such as flour, rice, toothbrushes, paper etc., and then also try to bring some small treats for the children. As I said before we have previously brought colored pencils, coloring books, crayons, paper, puzzles... and each time seems to be more rewarding than the previous.The orphanage does have a very basic website which you can visit  http://paradisotanzania.cfsites.org - you can check it out if you would like, although it is a bit outdated as far as numbers and resource issues. I feel strongly that this orphanage could really benefit from a little support from abroad, as we have visited a few other orphanages around Arusha as well and they seem to be set in healthier conditions and overall, better funded. I will be departing from Tanzania on November 21 and would like to start fund-raising a bit to try to help out the orphanage in any way that I can. Any and all donations are welcome. I will update you on the progress of the donations and also after our next visit. A donate button has been added to the bottom of the page which can be used to donate funds via credit or debit card. Thank you in advance!