Diane and Yokimi in Fiji by their ShelterBox tent
It has also been there to help rebuild lives during conflict. It has brought shelter to the homeless in Syria and its neighbouring countries since 2012, provided refuge for families fleeing terror in Niger and Cameroon, and respite on the Greek islands for thousands of weary families on the refugee trail.
After having a look through their website and reading up on what they do, i decided that the best way i can help to promote the challenge is to take part myself.
ShelterBox is funded only by public donations – it receives no EU or UK Government funding - and has a large number of inspirational trained volunteers who take time out of their busy lives to assess and deploy aid around the world. It is also the only official Project Partner of Rotary International, whose 1.2 million members raise funds for ShelterBox and often provide local support on the ground during a disaster.
Agent M is keen to help raise money for them too so we decided to take part ahead of the planned date 16th/17th July and share with you all ideas and tips to go 24 hours without electricity.
With a special pardon to use my camera (for the purposes of promoting the challenge and documenting ideas), we will be going off the grid on the 1st of July so there will be plenty of time for you to sign up for your sponsor pack and use some of our tips for your family to survive technology free for 24 hours.
I have set up a JustGiving page and would be eternally grateful to you all if you would be willing to sponsor us and help reach our target of £75.00
After having a look through their website and reading up on what they do, i decided that the best way i can help to promote the challenge is to take part myself.
ShelterBox is funded only by public donations – it receives no EU or UK Government funding - and has a large number of inspirational trained volunteers who take time out of their busy lives to assess and deploy aid around the world. It is also the only official Project Partner of Rotary International, whose 1.2 million members raise funds for ShelterBox and often provide local support on the ground during a disaster.
Agent M is keen to help raise money for them too so we decided to take part ahead of the planned date 16th/17th July and share with you all ideas and tips to go 24 hours without electricity.
With a special pardon to use my camera (for the purposes of promoting the challenge and documenting ideas), we will be going off the grid on the 1st of July so there will be plenty of time for you to sign up for your sponsor pack and use some of our tips for your family to survive technology free for 24 hours.
I have set up a JustGiving page and would be eternally grateful to you all if you would be willing to sponsor us and help reach our target of £75.00
Be sure to pop back at the weekend when I'll be sharing our experience with you all.
Wish us luck :)
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