Welcome to the Global Sojourns' Giving Circle Update!
The catastrophe in Haiti
compels us to reach out and answer the call. Around the world people
are connecting to work together to bring about immediate and much
needed long-term relief to thousands of individuals in this struggling
nation.
It is in the spirit of
being connected in philanthropic giving that the Global Sojourns' Giving Circle
community finds its role. As members are drawn to the immediate visible
need in Haiti so,
too, are we joined together in this same spirit to continue the
support/partnership with the three organizations in Zambia and South Africa.
In this issue of the GSGC  newsletter we will introduce you to
individuals who are newly connected to us. As we broaden our reach, we
strengthen the strands of this partnership web with new energy, skills
and meaningful encounters. It is a joy to watch our circle grow.
Sincerely,
Paige Hasson
Caption: Anne
Larsen shares an instant bond during the 2009 GSGC trip outing to Victoria Falls with the children supported by
Tusa Munyandi.
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Making a Difference Network
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We introduce you
to Antony Ranjan, a new GSGC partner in our network who will serve as
eyes and ears on the ground in Livingstone
 Antony works as an accountant at Moorse Rowland Firm in
Livingstone and is an already dedicated member of the community. In the
coming year, he will mentor Tusa Munyandi and Ray of Hope in accounting
and help us audit their books.
To read more about Antony,
how we connected with him and what role he will play, read Peter Macy's
write-up on the GSGC blog.
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Book Club
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The Denver GSGC Book Club has been very
successful and we would like to thank Professor Jean Scandlyn, Ph. D.
for leading the group. We are happy to report that the gatherings and
discussions helped inspire one of the members, Tina Eyre (middle in
photo) to return to school for a masters degree in international
development!
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Project Updates
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Priscilla Macy
is currently visiting Tusa Munyandi, and Ray of Hope in Livingstone and
Jikeleeza in Cape Town.
GSGC members Heidi Bixby
and Kartr Johnson are
visiting Jikeleeza with her and they will share a full report in the
next newsletter. Stay tuned!
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Heidi Johnson Bixby
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 We would like to
extend a big thank you to GSGC member Heidi for all her support in
streamlining the record keeping of donations from GSGC members and
donors and for her assistance as we transition to our new fiscal
sponsor. Great job Heidi!
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Quick Tips
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- Have your
friends give a contribution to GSGC in lieu of gifts for your
birthday, anniversary or any other special occasion!
- Host a GSGC wine
tasting event. We have developed a "template" that will
help make the event easy to organize. This is a wonderful way to
have a get together with friends and educate them about Giving
Circles in general, and ours in particular.
Please contact Linda Dee at 303-973-2928 or
sandyandlinda@msn.com for more information.
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GSGC Mission
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The Global Sojourns Giving Circle helps individuals pool
their time, talent and financial resources to improve the lives of
children and conserve wildlife in sub-Saharan Africa.
Members make a direct, positive impact while learning about issues in
the region, connecting personally with the projects, and forming
community with other members.
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Members and
Donors
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- All donations are tax
deductible
- 100% of your donation goes to
supporting projects
- Donations of $365 to $2,000 +
vote on projects to be funded, travel opportunities with the GSGC,
take part in educational calls, receive updates
- Donations of $35-$364: take
part in educational calls, receive updates
Make checks payable to:
Grassroots
International
Send
Checks to:
Global Sojourns' Giving Circle
1610 C Street
Suite 201
Vancouver, WA
98663
*Please designate
checks for GSGC
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Inspiration
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African Proverb:
Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu
A person is only a person
through their relationship to others
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Book & Movie
Corner
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You may have
seen authors Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn make the rounds on
Oprah with their book, Half the Sky, but we wholeheartedly
recommend you read this book for yourself. It is a major inspiration
for those investing in the education and support of women worldwide.
If there is enough interest in reading this book, we will
have a discussion/ conference call in the future. Contact Paige to let
her know your interest: morkh1@comcast.net
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Uthando Spotlight:
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Last newsletter,
we introduced you to James Fernie and his organization Uthando:
To better see what Uthando is all about and why James is an important
part of our Making a Difference Network, watch this uplifting video:
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Uthando YouTube
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Member Spotlight
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Meet Member
Naomi Hall
"I am pleased to be a member of the Giving Circle.
It is good to see and hear the reports of how our contributions are
being used. I am glad to help women in Africa
with micro loans. Also, to give girls the chance to go to school, even
to learn to dance. The doll project is especially appealing. I feel a
greater personal connection to the GSGC than to most other
organizations."
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Questions?
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Contact Linda Dee or Paige Hasson:
sandyandlinda@msn.com
(303) 973-2928
morkh1@comcast.net
(503) 246-9691
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 A special thank you to Alexandra
Hasson who not only volunteers her time to design our newsletter but
also designed and produced our website.
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