A Tribute to My Father

Sports

A Tribute to My Father
Hi, my name is Archie, and I’m 25 years old. When I was just 2, I lost my father due to a tragic hospital mistake. Though I’ve lived most of my life without him, there’s one passion we always shared—cars. My father was a car lover, and I’ve inherited that same passion. Now, I’m on a mission to build my dream drift car in his honor, but I need your help to make this tribute a reality. My Story: Growing up without my father was tough, but his love for cars lived on through me. I have always felt that building a drift car would not just be fulfilling a personal dream—it would be a way to keep his spirit alive. This isn’t just a car; it’s a tribute to the man who sparked my love for machines, speed, and the thrill of the road, even though we never got to share that passion in person. Why This Dream Matters: • Honoring My Father: This drift car is a tribute to my late father. It’s my way of connecting with him, celebrating the passion we both share, and keeping his memory alive. • A Dream of Freedom: For me, cars symbolize freedom and control in a world where things often feel out of our hands. This build is a way to move forward and create something meaningful from the loss I’ve carried since childhood. How You Can Help: 1. Donate: Every contribution, big or small, will help me get one step closer to building this drift car for my father. 2. Spread the Word: Sharing my story with others can make a huge difference. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or someone who understands the importance of family legacies, your support can help keep this dream alive. Where Your Contributions Will Go: • Parts and Materials: Your donations will help me purchase the essential components to build the car from the ground up. • Special Features: This car will feature designs and customizations inspired by my father’s tastes and the shared love we had for cars. Closing Message: This project means more than just a car—it’s about preserving a legacy, honoring my father, and fulfilling a dream that connects us across time. Thank you for being a part of my journey and helping me build something that represents love, passion, and resilience. Call to Action: Join me in this journey of building a car that’s more than just a machine—it’s a tribute to a father’s legacy and a son’s love.

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Celebrating 50 and Giving Back

Education

Celebrating 50 and Giving Back
As I celebrate my 50th birthday and cherish the precious moments with my beloved family and friends, I feel truly blessed. I've always believed that true happiness comes from giving rather than receiving. Having you as a close friend is the greatest blessing and gift I could ask for. If you feel compelled to offer something for my 50th celebration, please consider contributing to the campaign below, which supports education in my village by assisting with tuition fees and providing essential financial aid to our local school. Fayçal EL DARWICHE WHY DONATE? The goal of this fundraising campaign is to support the education system in the village of Zefta, Lebanon, as part of the El-Darwiche Foundation for Heritage and Development's initiatives. The funds raised will be matched by the EL DARWICHE family and managed by the foundation to maximize impact, particularly in enhancing the inclusion of vulnerable populations in the education system. EL-DARWICHE FOUNDATION FOR HERITAGE AND DEVELOPMENT / DAR ZEFTA FOUNDATION OVERVIEW: “El-Darwiche Foundation for Heritage and Development” or “Dar Zefta Foundation” was established in 2017 with a purpose to accelerate social and economic development in the village of Zefta and its surroundings. The aim is to turn Zefta into a role model village that reinvented itself and repowered its economy by tapping into its local heritage, nurturing local produce, and developing local tourism. Over the years, the family preserved Dar Zefta, its 100+ year Ottoman house, considered as one of the jewels of heritage in South of Lebanon. Investments over the years in the house and its surrounding contributed to the local economy, preserved the village’s social memories, and helped put Zefta on the local tourism map. Today, and despite current challenges and security situation, Dar Zefta is much more than a guest house, it is a social movement that preserves the Dar heritage and supports local social and economic development. ACHIEVEMENTS TO DATE: Since its establishment, the Foundation has completed several important projects: 1. Operation of Dar Zefta as a guest house, with the purpose of attracting visitors and putting South Lebanon on the tourism map, the region becomes an all-year long destination with its enjoyable weather and its stunning natural resources. The project currently employs a dynamic team of 10 direct employees, in addition to another 25 part-time employees. Despite current challenges and war, Dar Zefta remains committed to its employees and its local development targets 2. Launch of La Route des Arts, an itinerary of 18 diverse artists from the South, with most having their ateliers locally. The project offers the opportunity to visit these ateliers, get to know the artists personally and discover their work and their inspiring stories 3. Supporting the Education system in the village, by paying tuition fees and providing the local school with much needed financial support for its normal operations. 4. Beautification of the village: Uplifting the plaza of the village, with 1200 sqm of basalt stone pavement, and the planting of 600 plants and trees including cypress, orange, pine, bougainvillea, jacaranda, and laurel trees. Build-up of retaining walls with local white stone, leveraging local artisans, across the surrounding of Dar Zefta. Early 2000, the family dedicated a parcel for the creation of a public garden (1,200 sqm) and a multi-purpose space for public use (100 sqm for art performances, community events, sports activities, etc.). 5. Acquisition and refurbishment of an Ambulance for Zefta and its surrounding (the nearest cities of Saida and Nabatieh are 15 km away each) 6. Coaching and financial support to the local community, in the fields of media, tourism, healthcare, education, and entrepreneurship THE FOUNDATION ASPIRATIONS: Dar Zefta Foundation seeks to launch key initiatives that resonate with its vision to preserve the heritage and culture of the region. As Dar Zefta Foundation operates at the intersection of culture, arts, and local development, its endeavors can be broadly classified under three categories: a) Cultural Heritage Revival - Jabal Amel Discovery Trails - Rotating Cultural Exhibitions & Heritage Site Revitalization - Virtual Jabal Amel Experience b) Creative Community Development - Set-up Art Residency Programs - Showcasing Artistic Expression - Crafts Masterclass Series - Heritage Craft Marketplace - Digital Arts Archive - Local Development and Beautification c) Community Greening Initiatives - Elevating Pedestrian Areas - Revitalizing Traditional Architecture - Artistic Havens in Public Spaces - Supporting Education and Capacity Building THE TEAM • Bahjat El-Darwiche – Bahjat is partner with PwC Strategy&, leading the Telecom, Media, and Technology practice for Europe, Middle East and North Africa. Graduate of Ecole Polytechnique, France, and Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Telecommunications, France. • Rabih El-Darwiche – Rabih is a Solutions Advisor at Blue Yonder, based in France. Holder of Industrial Engineering diploma from ENSAIA France, plus Executive MBA with Distinction from ESCP-EAP France. • Faycal El-Darwiche – Faycal is the founding Partner of Euromena Consulting, a result-oriented management consulting firm serving high-profile stakeholders in the private and public sectors across Europe, Middle East and Africa. Graduate of EDHEC Business School in France. • Ghada El-Darwiche – Ghada is the manager of Dar Zefta. Ghada holds a Masters in Money and Banking from the Lebanese American University, and an Executive MBA with Distinction from ESCP-EAP France.

$900 raised Of $12,000

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Celebrating 50 and Giving Back

Education

Celebrating 50 and Giving Back
As I celebrate my 50th birthday and cherish the precious moments with my beloved family and friends, I feel truly blessed. I've always believed that true happiness comes from giving rather than receiving. Having you as a close friend is the greatest blessing and gift I could ask for. If you feel compelled to offer something for my 50th celebration, please consider contributing to the campaign below, which supports education in my village by assisting with tuition fees and providing essential financial aid to our local school. Fayçal EL DARWICHE WHY DONATE? The goal of this fundraising campaign is to support the education system in the village of Zefta, Lebanon, as part of the El-Darwiche Foundation for Heritage and Development's initiatives. The funds raised will be matched by the EL DARWICHE family and managed by the foundation to maximize impact, particularly in enhancing the inclusion of vulnerable populations in the education system. EL-DARWICHE FOUNDATION FOR HERITAGE AND DEVELOPMENT / DAR ZEFTA FOUNDATION OVERVIEW: “El-Darwiche Foundation for Heritage and Development” or “Dar Zefta Foundation” was established in 2017 with a purpose to accelerate social and economic development in the village of Zefta and its surroundings. The aim is to turn Zefta into a role model village that reinvented itself and repowered its economy by tapping into its local heritage, nurturing local produce, and developing local tourism. Over the years, the family preserved Dar Zefta, its 100+ year Ottoman house, considered as one of the jewels of heritage in South of Lebanon. Investments over the years in the house and its surrounding contributed to the local economy, preserved the village’s social memories, and helped put Zefta on the local tourism map. Today, and despite current challenges and security situation, Dar Zefta is much more than a guest house, it is a social movement that preserves the Dar heritage and supports local social and economic development. ACHIEVEMENTS TO DATE: Since its establishment, the Foundation has completed several important projects: 1. Operation of Dar Zefta as a guest house, with the purpose of attracting visitors and putting South Lebanon on the tourism map, the region becomes an all-year long destination with its enjoyable weather and its stunning natural resources. The project currently employs a dynamic team of 10 direct employees, in addition to another 25 part-time employees. Despite current challenges and war, Dar Zefta remains committed to its employees and its local development targets 2. Launch of La Route des Arts, an itinerary of 18 diverse artists from the South, with most having their ateliers locally. The project offers the opportunity to visit these ateliers, get to know the artists personally and discover their work and their inspiring stories 3. Supporting the Education system in the village, by paying tuition fees and providing the local school with much needed financial support for its normal operations. 4. Beautification of the village: Uplifting the plaza of the village, with 1200 sqm of basalt stone pavement, and the planting of 600 plants and trees including cypress, orange, pine, bougainvillea, jacaranda, and laurel trees. Build-up of retaining walls with local white stone, leveraging local artisans, across the surrounding of Dar Zefta. Early 2000, the family dedicated a parcel for the creation of a public garden (1,200 sqm) and a multi-purpose space for public use (100 sqm for art performances, community events, sports activities, etc.). 5. Acquisition and refurbishment of an Ambulance for Zefta and its surrounding (the nearest cities of Saida and Nabatieh are 15 km away each) 6. Coaching and financial support to the local community, in the fields of media, tourism, healthcare, education, and entrepreneurship THE FOUNDATION ASPIRATIONS: Dar Zefta Foundation seeks to launch key initiatives that resonate with its vision to preserve the heritage and culture of the region. As Dar Zefta Foundation operates at the intersection of culture, arts, and local development, its endeavors can be broadly classified under three categories: a) Cultural Heritage Revival - Jabal Amel Discovery Trails - Rotating Cultural Exhibitions & Heritage Site Revitalization - Virtual Jabal Amel Experience b) Creative Community Development - Set-up Art Residency Programs - Showcasing Artistic Expression - Crafts Masterclass Series - Heritage Craft Marketplace - Digital Arts Archive - Local Development and Beautification c) Community Greening Initiatives - Elevating Pedestrian Areas - Revitalizing Traditional Architecture - Artistic Havens in Public Spaces - Supporting Education and Capacity Building THE TEAM • Bahjat El-Darwiche – Bahjat is partner with PwC Strategy&, leading the Telecom, Media, and Technology practice for Europe, Middle East and North Africa. Graduate of Ecole Polytechnique, France, and Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Telecommunications, France. • Rabih El-Darwiche – Rabih is a Solutions Advisor at Blue Yonder, based in France. Holder of Industrial Engineering diploma from ENSAIA France, plus Executive MBA with Distinction from ESCP-EAP France. • Faycal El-Darwiche – Faycal is the founding Partner of Euromena Consulting, a result-oriented management consulting firm serving high-profile stakeholders in the private and public sectors across Europe, Middle East and Africa. Graduate of EDHEC Business School in France. • Ghada El-Darwiche – Ghada is the manager of Dar Zefta. Ghada holds a Masters in Money and Banking from the Lebanese American University, and an Executive MBA with Distinction from ESCP-EAP France.

$900 raised Of $12,000

Schooling and education fees

Education

Schooling and education fees
Last year, we at PEAKS WELLNESS, have successfully with your support completed a full year of education to 9 vulnerable girls aged between 4-18 who are living in Ghedres Orphanage Center. We will remind the context: These girls come from challenging backgrounds, and it is crucial to create an environment that promotes their physical, emotional, educational and psychological well-being. Considering that the girls come from different families with various vulnerabilities, we will factor and remind the following needs: - Provision of basic needs: Since the families are poor, the girls are in need of accessing basic needs such as food, clothing, and healthcare. - Cultural sensitivity and inclusion: Given the different religions and nationalities of the girls, the project will ensure that their religious and cultural sensitivities are taken into consideration, promoting an inclusive and respectful environment. - Education support: The girls in the center are struggling with their education due to unstable home environments. In addition to securing basic education, it is important to focus on vocational education, incorporating programs that provide educational support such as tutoring and mentoring programs will ensure the girls receive education support. - Rehabilitation support: Some girls are dealing with the aftermath of living with drug-addict parents or families that have gone through a divorce, death, or separation. As such, psychotherapeutic services and rehabilitation programs should be implemented to ensure they receive the necessary psychological and emotional support. Hence, the project will include several divisions: the rehabilitation and renovation of the center, developing a comprehensive plan for their daily routine with extra-curricular activities and psychotherapy, and providing vocational education to empower them for a brighter future. With the accumulation of crises in Lebanon, which led to the collapse of public education in the last years, we found ourselves forced to move these girls to private schools to complete their education process, which added to us an additional burden, which in addition to the regular expenses mentioned above, imposes on us a schooling fees ranging from 2,500 to 3,500 US dollars per year for each girl. Through your donations to PEAKS WELLNESS, you help sustain the provision of services and increase the capacity to accommodate more humanitarian cases. Thanks for your generous support!

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Fund a Child’s Journey from Despair to Triumph

Education

Fund a Child’s Journey from Despair to Triumph
I am organizing a campaign to raise funds for a 14-year-old child I care for. He is an orphan living with his grandmother. Five years ago, we visited them as part of a church group, and we discovered that he was struggling with severe psychological issues and deep sadness, with no one to care for him. I began to wonder how I could help. As a piano teacher, I decided to teach him piano, hoping that music could bring him some peace and happiness. I started giving him piano lessons once a week, and through our time together, we talked a lot. I soon realized that he is a very intelligent child. However, I discovered that he had been failing in school for three consecutive years. I asked myself why this was happening and then came to understand that he felt unloved and abandoned. His mother left him when he was just three years old, and his father is absent. His relatives don't care for him, and his grandmother, who is elderly and without financial means, is unable to provide the support he needs. Determined to help, I decided to collect donations and enroll him in a good school that offers extra assistance and specialized support. I found a school with a special department for psychological support and managed to raise the funds to cover tuition fees, transportation, books, and the cost of a special teacher. By the end of that year, after three years of failure, he succeeded. For the past five years, I have continued to do this to support him. This year, the school fees, after a discount, amount to $4,000. Please help him, as education is the key to changing his life for the better. أنا أنظم حملة لجمع التبرعات لطفل يبلغ من العمر 14 عامًا أعتني به. هو طفل يتيم يعيش مع جدته. قبل خمس سنوات، زرناهم كجزء من مجموعة الكنيسة، واكتشفنا أنه يعاني من مشاكل نفسية شديدة وحزن عميق، ولا يوجد من يعتني به. بدأت أتساءل كيف يمكنني مساعدته. كمدرس بيانو، قررت أن أعلمه العزف على البيانو، على أمل أن تجلب له الموسيقى بعض الهدوء والسعادة. بدأت أعطيه دروسًا في البيانو مرة واحدة في الأسبوع، وخلال وقتنا معًا، تحدثنا كثيرًا. سرعان ما أدركت أنه طفل ذكي للغاية. ومع ذلك، اكتشفت أنه كان يرسب في المدرسة لمدة ثلاث سنوات متتالية. تساءلت عن سبب حدوث ذلك، ثم فهمت أنه يشعر بأنه غير محبوب ومتروك. تركته والدته عندما كان عمره ثلاث سنوات فقط، ووالده غائب. أقاربه لا يهتمون به، وجدته، التي تعاني من كبر السن وقلة الحيلة، غير قادرة على تقديم الدعم الذي يحتاجه. عازمًا على مساعدته، قررت جمع التبرعات وتسجيله في مدرسة جيدة تقدم له المساعدة الإضافية والدعم المتخصص. وجدت مدرسة بها قسم خاص للدعم النفسي، وتمكنت من جمع الأموال لتغطية رسوم الدراسة والنقل والكتب وتكاليف المدرس الخاص. في نهاية ذلك العام، وبعد ثلاث سنوات من الرسوب، نجح. على مدى السنوات الخمس الماضية، استمررت في فعل ذلك لدعمه. هذا العام، تبلغ رسوم المدرسة، بعد الخصم، 4000 دولار. أرجو مساعدته، لأن التعليم هو المفتاح الوحيد لتغيير حياته نحو الأفضل.

$0 raised Of $4,000

Help Me Escape War and Pursue my Master's Degree

Education

Help Me Escape War and Pursue my Master's Degree
Introduction: My name is Jana, and I am reaching out for your support to help me escape the devastating effects of war in my country and fulfill my dream of pursuing a master’s degree. The ongoing conflict has turned my life upside down, and it is no longer safe for me to stay. I am determined to relocate to Switzerland to find safety, rebuild my life, and continue my education. Your support will be crucial in helping me achieve this dream. My Story: This is not the first war I have faced. When I was just 6 years old, my childhood was shattered by conflict. I remember the day my childhood bedroom was bombed, the place that once held my toys and dreams reduced to rubble. The fear and uncertainty of that moment are etched in my memory forever. My family and I were forced to flee from one place to another, constantly seeking safety. With each airstrike, the entire building would shake violently, and I would feel the walls tremble around me. I was just a child, and the terror of those moments led to severe panic attacks. I remember clinging to my parents, my heart pounding in my chest, as we listened to the sounds of explosions, unsure if we would make it through the night. These experiences have left deep scars, but they have also shaped who I am today. Despite the trauma, I pushed myself to pursue my education with all my strength. I earned a BA in Communication with a focus on Journalism, graduating with a GPA of 3.55, which placed me on the honor list. My passion for journalism stems from a deep-seated desire to tell stories that matter, to give a voice to those who are often unheard, and to contribute to positive change in the world. My Goals and Dreams: Moving abroad to get my Masters means everything to me, as it will not only provide a safe environment but also allow me to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute meaningfully to society. I dream of using my education to work in international organizations to support war-torn communities But my dreams go beyond my education. I want to build a life free from fear, to get married and start a family in a place where my children can grow up without the constant threat of violence. I want to create a home filled with love and safety, something that was taken from me as a child. Moving to a safer city will give me the chance to start over, to heal, and to build a future filled with hope. Why I Need Your Help: Relocating to a safer place and pursuing a master's degree is an expensive endeavor, and I cannot do it alone. I am humbly asking for your help to cover the costs of: - Relocation Expenses: Travel to Switzerland and temporary accommodation until I can settle down. - Tuition Fees:The cost of the master’s program, which will enable me to further my education and career. - Living Expenses: Basic needs such as food, rent, and utilities while I establish myself in a new city. - Unexpected Costs: Potential visa fees, healthcare, and other emergencies that may arise during the transition. How Your Support Will Make a Difference: Your contribution, no matter how small, will bring me closer to safety and a brighter future. By supporting my education, you are not only helping me escape the immediate dangers of war but also investing in a better future for myself and others. With the knowledge and skills I gain, I am committed to giving back and making a positive impact in the world. Gratitude and Updates: I am incredibly grateful for any support you can offer. I will provide regular updates on my progress, sharing milestones as I relocate and begin my studies. Your kindness and generosity will not be forgotten, and I hope to make you proud by achieving my goals and paying forward the kindness I receive. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read my story and considering supporting me in this journey. Together, we can make a difference.

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Emergency Campaigns

Help a Queer Couple Launch Their Catering Business

Emergency

Help a Queer Couple Launch Their Catering Business
Hello, my name is Ali. I want to share a personal story. Recently, I faced a life-threatening situation when my father discovered my sexuality and pointed a rifle at me in a fit of rage. My mother’s attempts to intervene were half-hearted, leaving me trapped in my own bedroom. Eventually, she called him away, giving me a chance to escape. I left my home with nothing, relying on borrowed money from friends to secure a small rented room. In the midst of this hardship, something incredible happened—I met Moataz. He, too, had fled from a similar situation at home in Syria, and together, we found solace in each other. We bonded over our shared experiences and a mutual love for cooking. From this bond, an idea was born: Lunch Box. Lunch Box is more than just a catering business—it’s a symbol of our resilience and a step toward reclaiming our lives. We aim to share delicious, home-cooked meals with our community, prepared in our own kitchen. Operating as an openly LGBTQ-run business in a challenging environment, we aim to stand proud and create a space where we—and others like us—can thrive. But we can’t do this alone. We need your support to turn this dream into reality. Your donations will help us secure a safe home, purchase the necessary kitchen equipment, and cover our living expenses as we establish Lunch Box. By supporting us, you’re not just contributing to the start of a business—you’re helping us build a foundation for a brighter, safer future for ourselves and the LGBTQ community in a place where being ourselves is an act of courage. Please consider donating to help us build a brighter, safer future. Thank you for your support.

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Family Campaigns

support and save a whole family from a big problem

Family

support and save a whole family from a big problem
My family and I seek help from God and then from you. My family and I are in a very big problem. We are a family of five boys and a girl and my father and mother, (my eldest brther is 38 years old, suffers from epilepsy (nervous convulsions) and does not work because of his illness, and two of my brothers and sister, ages 30, 28, 26, they are from special needs, they have a motor disability and also have epilepsy and take a lot of medications, and my younger brother is still studying in high school. My father is 67 years old and my mother is 57 years old and they do not work, and my mother helps my brothers and sister. I am 32 years old and I work in the field of contracting and finishing. We recently entered into a project in the field of contracting with the money we had, but we lost our money, which forced us to take loans from some banks and money from some people but we were unable to pay. Now (my father, mother and brother) have court rulings against them because of these debts and these loans. And I couldn't satisfied with my needs and the needs of my family due to the difficult living conditions and high prices in Egypt. ((Everything I said is documented with evidence, documents and court rulings are available))) My family and I are going through very difficult circumstances. We are mentally tired and our circumstances are very, very difficult. (((we need your support to improve the family's situation, pay off their debts, help them live in peace, and start a business project that helps them survive))). I hope to God and to you that you help us and save us from all these problems and these debts. Please help us and I hope that you will kindly extend assistance to me and my family by helping us pay off these loans and debts and save my family. I hope that you will look at my request with compassion, mercy and acceptance.

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Medical Campaigns

Sports Campaigns

A Tribute to My Father

Sports

A Tribute to My Father
Hi, my name is Archie, and I’m 25 years old. When I was just 2, I lost my father due to a tragic hospital mistake. Though I’ve lived most of my life without him, there’s one passion we always shared—cars. My father was a car lover, and I’ve inherited that same passion. Now, I’m on a mission to build my dream drift car in his honor, but I need your help to make this tribute a reality. My Story: Growing up without my father was tough, but his love for cars lived on through me. I have always felt that building a drift car would not just be fulfilling a personal dream—it would be a way to keep his spirit alive. This isn’t just a car; it’s a tribute to the man who sparked my love for machines, speed, and the thrill of the road, even though we never got to share that passion in person. Why This Dream Matters: • Honoring My Father: This drift car is a tribute to my late father. It’s my way of connecting with him, celebrating the passion we both share, and keeping his memory alive. • A Dream of Freedom: For me, cars symbolize freedom and control in a world where things often feel out of our hands. This build is a way to move forward and create something meaningful from the loss I’ve carried since childhood. How You Can Help: 1. Donate: Every contribution, big or small, will help me get one step closer to building this drift car for my father. 2. Spread the Word: Sharing my story with others can make a huge difference. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or someone who understands the importance of family legacies, your support can help keep this dream alive. Where Your Contributions Will Go: • Parts and Materials: Your donations will help me purchase the essential components to build the car from the ground up. • Special Features: This car will feature designs and customizations inspired by my father’s tastes and the shared love we had for cars. Closing Message: This project means more than just a car—it’s about preserving a legacy, honoring my father, and fulfilling a dream that connects us across time. Thank you for being a part of my journey and helping me build something that represents love, passion, and resilience. Call to Action: Join me in this journey of building a car that’s more than just a machine—it’s a tribute to a father’s legacy and a son’s love.

$0 raised Of $6,500

4th ISKF World Shoto Cup-London, Sept. 19-22

Sports

4th ISKF World Shoto Cup-London, Sept. 19-22
For nearly 3 decades now, ISKF Lebanon continues to be a dedicated organization towards teaching the traditional Japanese martial arts of Karate-do, Aikido, & Iaido. Currently, we are training hard & working tirelessly to send a delegation, of about 40 officials, judges, competitors, & coaches, to represent Lebanon at the prestigious 4th ISKF World Shoto Cup being hosted in London, UK from Sept. 19-22. We aspire to repeat our last internationally acclaimed success in Euro 2018, where we emerged amongst the top teams in number of wins (please check the links shared here to view the videos & results). We hope that you can support us, so that we may again raise our banner high & represent our homeland with honor & pride. Of course, for full transparency & disclosure, ISKF Lebanon will share the full financial details of the donations received & the manner of their spending with any donors upon written request after the competition. Thank you in advance & best wishes (Ganbatte Kudasai) to our hardworking team! Ossu! ISKF Lebanon Please copy the links below & paste them in your URL to view: -> TO DONATE to our campaign for the 2024 Shotocup: https://fundahope.com/en/campaigns/iskf-world-shoto-cup-london-sept-19-22 -> See our 2018 Euro Tournament preparatory video here: https://shorturl.at/CoK86 -> See our 2018 Euro Tournament celebratory video here: https://youtu.be/cKcD0u04n_E -> See our EURO 2018 results here: https://iskf.com/iskf-euro-shoto-cup-berlin-september-20-24-2018/

$5,998 raised Of $25,000

Environment Campaigns

Youth Innovators Program

Environment

Youth Innovators Program
The campaign aims to empower 50 youths from the Beirut area, aged between 15 and 25 years old, in Lebanon's disadvantaged communities with essential climate change skills. In turn, these 50 youths will train another 500 peers in essential climate change skills, forming a youth committee dedicated to climate change from among interested individuals, and projects to fight climate change. The "Empowering Youth Green-Innovator" campaign is designed to equip young individuals, specifically 50 youths aged 15-25 from disadvantaged communities in Beirut, with essential skills to combat climate change. These disadvantaged communities face challenges stemming from financial constraints and the devastating impacts of the Beirut Blast, which have left lingering psychological and physical issues. Youth will use a peer-to-peer strategy to train an additional 500 youths across Beirut in essential climate change life skills. Beirut recently faced unprecedented high temperatures and clear signs of escalating climate change impacts; The hottest temperature measured from 1949 to January 2024 was reported by the Houche Al Oumara weather station. In September 2020, the record temperature of 44.3 °C was reported. from extreme heatwaves causing outdoor burns to the reduction of green spaces and inadequate public guidance on environmental practices like recycling and waste management. Amidst these environmental challenges, a significant gap in climate change awareness and practical skills among the youth has been identified. The urgency of addressing this educational gap is underscored by predictions from the Ministry of Environment, which forecast a stark decline in Lebanon's GDP by 14% by 2040 and 32% by 2080 due to climate change effects. Highlighting this urgency, Nour Naccache a volunteer at Lebanese Spotlight (LSL) aged 22 years old and head of the activity department recently for youth at LSL noted during a Lebanese spotlight activity, “We, the youth in Lebanon, lack the real skills to fight climate change and awareness. The programs we have are superficial. We need profound skills and in-depth knowledge to take real action in our city, Beirut.” To counter this, the proposal is to start with a focused campaign: small-scale, targeted training sessions. These sessions will consist of 5 groups, each with 10 participants, meeting weekly for two months. Each two-hour session will be interactive, led by a facilitator, and aimed at fostering project ideas related to climate change from the youths. The initiative aims not only to educate but also to empower participants to create tangible solutions, potentially illustrated through infographics. Facilitators, each possessing a unique set of skills, will guide the youths in developing impactful climate action projects. join us in expanding this initiative to reach an additional 500 youths across Beirut. Your contribution can make a significant impact on our community’s climate resilience.

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Beirut Coastal Cleanup Initiative

Environment

Beirut Coastal Cleanup Initiative
My name is GP SKAFF. I work in fabrics and my passion lies in the outdoors. I am involved in many environmental campaigns, with my most recent being the ‘Beirut Coastal Clean up’/ June 2021: The Beirut Coastal Cleanup is a grassroots movement. It started in 2021 with organized weekly meetups to pick up trash around the city. Every Saturday, a group of 20 to 30 people gather to clean up and send the trash to recycling companies. The areas covered are ramlet el bayda, rawche, manara corniche, zaytouna/biel waterfront sea side corniche, ashrafieh, tabaris, hamra, mar mikhael and more. We achieved over 100 Clean ups with 3000+ Saturday daily paid workers throughout Beirut, removed more than 400,000 Liters of trash and 5000 trash bags of glass bottles, plastic bottles/bags, paper and carton, In 2023, the plan is, with the help of more funding, to expand and cover more areas. We also want to clean the underwater seabed. With the help of our sponsors and their generous donations, a total of 9800 $ in 2021 were spent on manpower, bags, equipment and transportation. In addition to a cleaner coast and beaches, the most significant impact that we have seen is that people are littering less. They now feel a sense of responsibility when seeing fellow citizens doing the work. Help us reach our goal by investing in our environmental movement. The results are real! so you can rest assured your donation is creating a tangible impact on our planet for years to come! In 2023 our plans are: Project1: Beirut coast and city clean up Unfortunately, as per Ramco’s contract, they are not required to remove garbage from any area that is not a road and a side walk. This leaves dramatic results of uncleaned spaces such as those surrounding private properties, as well as parks, governmental and municipality land and spaces, mountains, etc. Since June 2021 a team of 20 to 30 people have been paid every Saturday wages to clean those areas. Our target is to increase the teams to 50 people (5 teams of 10), and to increase their wages to 20$ a day. Cost per day for 1 team of 10: 200$ + miscellaneous Cost per day for 5 teams of 10: 1000$ + miscellaneous Cost of 52 Saturdays with 1 team: 10,400$ + miscellaneous Cost of 52 Saturdays with 5 teams: 52000$ + miscellaneous Miscellaneous cost per Saturday : transportation 100$, equipment 50$, management ( hr & operation) Please see attached cost sheet Project 2: Beirut Underwater seabed cleanup More and more garbage and plastic end up in our sea and destroying marine fauna and marine life. Our project here is to pay 2 divers (Fouad and Zahi from Manara port, professional divers and fishermen), to clean up the seabed from Rawche to Aub and eventually expand further. And especially the Rawche caves where some seal or more live there. Main Cost is 50$ per diver per day + miscellaneous Please see attached cost sheet of this project Project 3: Rangers to clean and monitor Unfortunately, with the absence of municipality responsibility we have seen many areas where people gather daily and leave their trash. We already have 2 full time rangers that are responsible and feel the sense of ownership of the manara beach and the Aub beach. They are paid monthly to clean these beaches daily. Our target is to increase these rangers to 6 to cover Ramlet el Bayda and Ashrafieh parks 9 tabaris and saint Nicolas). Main cost is 400$ salary per month per ranger + miscellaneous. Please see attached cost sheet Social entrepreneurship goals: To help some people get a little money To clean our land and sea To decrease littering of people To decrease the plastic waste that is or will end up in our sea and harm the marine life Recycle garbage that if not removed will end up in our sea The total cost of the whole forecasted project is over 100,000$, but with any fund we receive we will do the outmost out of it. So any donation will be much appreciated. I hope to receive a positive feedback from you. With best regards GP

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Ripe of change The film

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Ripe of change The film
It is finally happening after 3 years of preparations. Hi everyone, my name is Antoine Fadel, and i am the Director of the film "Ripe for Change." I am seeking your support in financing my feature film. Amidst the challenges that face our region, especially Lebanon, and the struggles we endure, particularly the financial ones, the film industry also really needs your help. I believe stories should never stop being told as this is where we bring visions to life, leave messages for future generations, and make people believe in something greater. This is where real change happens. And so, I am asking for your support to help me bring this Lebanese story to life. The film industry, like many others, is currently facing significant challenges, and your help can make a real difference. This film is planned to be shot entirely in Lebanon in October, featuring a Lebanese cast and crew. Themes of greed, fear, death, differences in mentalities, and love, portrayed with a fun twist, are central to the story set in a typical Lebanese village. Stories should never stop being told; this is where we bring visions to life, leave messages for future generations, and inspire people to believe in something greater. Real change happens here, and we must never give up. The total budget of the film for 2 months of filming and production is $280,000, which includes : - actors' fees - production fees - editing fees - banking fees - crew, and locations. - Transportations and daily meals Any contribution, starting from $10 or $20, will be greatly appreciated.The shoot is happening in October and the aim is Cannes film festival . Can you help us grow the film industry in Lebanon? What’s in it for you? In return for your support, you will receive a free ticket to the movie premiere in your country, and one lucky gold supporter will win a free trip to Cannes during the Cannes Film Festival. Special thanks to all our supporters will be shared through a link in the film credits . A thank you list to our Platinum Supporters and Gold Supporters will be in the film credits . A trailer for the movie is in the preparation phase and will be released after the initial funding milestone is reached. Your assistance would mean the world to us. Thank you very much! Thank you.

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