Sunday 12 May 2013

Liz is throwing herself out of the plane for GCV!


This really is a cause that is close to my heart, after spending 2.5 months in rural Uganda several years ago I have seen the effect that poverty can have but was also encouraged by the positive impact that organizations such as this can have (if they have the right approach).  One of the things that stands out about Grace Children’s Village is there is a real focus on self sufficiency and sustainability (another cause that is close to my heart).
Another great thing about the project is that all the people employed by the project are local Ugandans including co-founder Dave and it is the local people who have a say in how the project is run.  Any other work carried out outside of Uganda is done by volunteers (mostly I think from Dave giving lots of his spare time).  So you can ensure that the money you give will be going towards the cause and not to line other people’s pockets. 







Jumping out of the plane for GCV!


Jonita has written why she has chosen to fundraise for GCV and told us about her passions:
"Coming from an Indian background, I had seen lot of poverty and under privileged families around, however, I always had the advantage of getting what I wanted. I, along with my family, engaged my self in various voluntary work, anything as little to keep my contribution scale up to my level of satisfaction.
When I heard of GCV, I was totally inspired by the ideas and determination of the co founders. And then I found out about the fundraising sky diving event that GCV organises..and that was it! I knew it then that I am going for it!! Sky diving was on my bucket list since many years but my fear of jumping from 12,000ft high always stopped it from happening! GCV gave me the courage to go for my dream by motivating me to raise money for these little kids back in Uganda who also dream for a better life! My fear has now been replaced by the smiles of these little kids! I'm ready for the jump with the BIGGEST smile ever! Thank you GCV for giving me this opportunity. This has taught me how I can overcome by fear by changing the focus of attention to a greater purpose and enjoy the ride!"
We wish you to enjoy every single second of the jump!!!