This is really an exciting time for “Friends of Copey”. Okay…I know I say that often but it really does seem we are constantly getting ready for something waiting “just around the corner”. I remember my mother saying…”she was too busy to get tired!” To me, this always seemed like a senseless expression. But, as I get older and continue being active, it begins to make a lot of sense. Right now, I am too busy to get tired for the things “just around the corner!”
One thing “just around the corner” is the departure of our Copey Learning Center students coming to America. Can you imagine how exciting this must be for these students? I can promise you that coming to America is not very common or even a possibilty for 90% of these students, in my opinion. To have this experience at such a young age is extraordinary. But this is part of what we do…the extraordinary!
One more thing “just around the corner” is the conclusion of our 2019 Pathway Project Fundraising Campaign. We continue to make very good progress. However, our time is getting short and actions/decisions relating to airline tickets, and hotel rooms/meals, and the rest is upon us.
2019 Pathway Project
The Goal: $6,500.00 Actual Income=$2,372.00 Deadline: June 5, 2019
There was a jump in “Actual Income” over the past week but still below 50% of what is needed at this time. Hopefully, you will be inspired to support this project and if so, please don’t delay. Each day, I carefully watch our progress and entertain different options to fit the amount of funds I expect may be available. I appreciate the advanced notices letting me know your donation has been mailed. Saves time instead of waiting for the delivery to find out. We hope to hit the 50% plus mark next week.
The air travel arrangements must be made now to take advantage of very good prices. On hand, there are funds available ($2,372.00) and with additional funds committed, travel cost can be covered.
However, there are several other upcoming expenses to cover four guests for a two week stay. These costs will hit in two to three weeks leaving only a little time to hit our goal. Again, do not delay if you plan to support this effort.
Seidy Rodriguez, Founder of the Copey Learning Center, had planned to travel with the students to America this year. Unfortunately, Seidy will not travel this year due to her elderly mother’s current health condition. We do expect to have a video of Seidy to show during the “Reception”.
Because of this change, there are now three students and one chaperone traveling to America. This change will not have an impact on the amount of funds we need. More details on the guests will follow over the next couple of weeks.
Revision to Donation Guidelines…Please Note!
The donation guidelines have also changed slightly so please read the guidelines closely. We have revised the mailing address since our designated Treasure will not be available for about two weeks. One week has been added to our deadline. Please give us a hand and help make 2019 another successful year.
I continue to marvel and admire al you do for FOC. My donation will be forth coming.
Just saw this very special note. Thanks so much for the support. I enjoyed the Main Event. My sister was not feeling well and we had to leave sooner than planned. You do an outstanding job and I am a huge fan. Keep it up! Arthur