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CHOIR and Kids Hope
Ethiopia
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Kids Hope Ethiopia is a unique
project sponsored by CHOIR (Canadian Humanitarian Organization for
International Relief). The Foothills Charity Triathlon is a fundraiser for
this project. Presently in Ethiopia,
1.2 million children under the age of 15 are living as orphans on the
street. Many have lost their parents to diseases such as Aids and
Tuberculosis. Most do not have money for the basic necessities of life,
such as food, clothing, and shelter. They can not go to school as they have
no money for school fees, books and uniforms. Many of these street children
are the sole providers for impoverished grandparents and siblings and try
to earn money shining shoes and selling wares.
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In September, 2005
CHOIR partnered with an existing program in Ethiopia
called Home to Home. Working together these organizations were able to
place 40 children who were living on the streets in foster homes in
Ethiopia.These children are being provided with food, clothing, shelter,
and education. The program, called Kids Hope Ethiopia requires $30 a month
per child to provide these necessities.
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The goal is to support these children through their
schooling, helping them to find meaningful employment so they can sustain
themselves and their future families. CHOIR hopes to expand the number of
children in the program and establish similar programs in other countries.
The Foothills Charity Triathlon is raising money for
these children in Ethiopia.
We hope to sponsor as many children as possible in the coming year. Race
participants may also raise pledge donations for the CHOIR program or make a
direct donation as well. Please see the registration for more information. Lets work together
as a community in Okotoks, where we are so fortunate, to sponsor as many
children in Ethiopia
as possible.
For further information on Kids Hope Ethiopia visit:
www.canadianhumanitarian.com
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