Fundraising for the school

..and you thought I'd never post again.

Let me tell you dear reader. Once you have experienced the highs and lows of mission in the Dominican Republic, the story never ends.

Of course I'll go back. But I want to go back to help build a school in Los Algadones. Here's the good news - permission has been granted to lay 1.5miles of pipe so that these desperate people can get water. Also there is the possibility of land adjacent to the village being purchased which would be used for re-housing.

As mentioned previously, there is a need for the building of a school. This will bring hope and a chance for these people to not die in the mud. They will take this opportunity. I have seen the school at Ascention and it is an edifying experience seeing the kids being taught. I want to see this happen at Los Algadones too!

We have set a goal of £50,000 which will cover construction and kitting it out. We've already raised £5k so only another £45k to go!

We intend to do a sponsored 'the Three Peaks Challenge' next year. However, all gifts (however small) are greatly appreciated! Make your cheques payable to 'Mission Direct' and send them to the charity at the address on their website. (I've just become a Trustee of MD!) Make sure you download a Gift aid form from thesite and make sure you state its for the School at Los Algadones.

I'll keep you up to date with how its going.