I’ve been reading every Facebook/blog comment, every tweet and every e-mail. Thank you so much for your words of encouragement and support – it means the world to me and everyone else on our trip.
A lot of people have been asking how they can help before the merchandise becomes available. I will be returning to Africa in May and we’re sending a sea container in advance that will be full of supplies. There are many things needed for the schools that we support. If you can donate any of these items, I would be grateful and can assure you that they will be put to very good use. Please note that we can only take items in very good condition (i.e. no junk that was meant for the curb!).
You can find the list here
The deadline for sending items is January 8, 2010 (it takes a long time to make it to Africa!).
If you are sending from the United States, please send your donation of supplies to:
Obakki Foundation Inc.
c/o FTN Warehouse
1750 Grant Ave.
Blaine, WA 98230
360.332.1539 (phone)
If you are sending from within Canada or internationally (aside from the U.S.), please send your donation of supplies to:
Obakki Foundation Inc.
201 – 135 West 7th. Ave.
Vancouver, BC
V5Y 1L8
604.669.9790 (phone)
If required, please list “gift” on the package to avoid any issues with customs. I know this is short notice, especially with holiday preparations underway. If you would rather have us purchase items on your behalf, you also have the option to call us directly at 1.866.410.9701 and we can take a credit card number over the phone.
Thank you all again for your support. Please spread the word about our foundation to your friends, families and colleagues – we are all making a huge difference in the lives of so many people.
Best,
Treana
