Community in Action Fundraising Page
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Community in Action is a grassroots non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO) located in one of Rio de Janeiro’s largest favela (slum) communities. The majority of NGOs in Rio provide outreach programs on a service model: slum inhabitants simply use the services others (who live outside the community) deem they need. Community in Action implemented a new approach, a new vision - one that fosters the possibility of long-term community change by including residents in the operation of the organization. Currently, slum residents staff the majority of all human resource positions. As social entrepreneurs, Community in Action has created a model for excluded and deprived people to create sustainable livelihoods and promote societal inclusion.
Mission
Our mission is to empower the impoverished of Rio de Janeiro through job training and education. Our technical and cultural coursework, personal development activities, primary and secondary school tutoring, educational seminars and partnerships with private and public entities seek to connect residents with academic and employment growth opportunities. We deliver the necessary skills and knowledge to our students that allow them to compete in the job market, expand their economic horizons, and make wiser and healthier decisions for themselves and their families.
Donating through this website is simple, fast, and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support our fundraising efforts.
Many thanks for your generosity -- and please don't forget to forward this to anyone else who would like to support our efforts in Rio!
Thank you - Obrigado!
- Zak and Luiza
Founders
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Donation Overview
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VALUE
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EXAMPLE ITEMS
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$10
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Computer Classes (one month) – Covers all costs for 1 student. Includes: course materials, instructor, Internet.
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$15
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Handicraft Classes (one month) – Covers all costs for 2 students. Types of classes include: sandal design, sewing, basket weaving, painting, soaps, etc.
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$25
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Bulk Food Subsidies (one month) – Supports family of four. Food includes: rice, beans, canned vegetables, oil, flour, sugar, bread, pasta, evaporated milk.
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$50
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Tutoring Program (one month) – Covers all costs for 2 students. Includes 30 hours of tutoring services per student.
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$100
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English Classes (three months) – Supports 4 students. Includes: books and learning materials for one full course: beginner or intermediate.
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$200
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Allows NGO to launch 2 new outreach programs in the slum, e.g., additional tutoring, job preparation, etc. Includes: marketing and training material, initial supplies, and administrative support.
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* All items (number of people served) will multiply based on framework above, e.g., $150 will support family of four for six months. If you wish to support a specific program, please enter detailed comment when you make your online donation via this site.
Community in Action is non-profit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, under the Internal Revenue Service tax code. All donations are tax-deductible. If you would like a 501(c)(3) receipt for your donation, please send your complete address to: zakpaster@communityinaction.org
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To make a donation via mail to our 501(c)(3) account:
Please make your check payable to: Community in Action
Send to:
COMMUNITY IN ACTION
Oregon Community Bank and Trust
733 N. Main St.
Oregon WI 53575
In the check memo and on the envelope please write: ATT TRISH