The orphanage facilities are now ready! Generous donors can contribute to the initial set-up and the ongoing costs of the orphanage in a number of ways. All donors will receive a tax receipt for their donation.
- General Donations - Donors can make a donation that is not directed to a specific item or purpose. The Himalaya Foundation will determine the best use of the funds.
- Directed Donations - Donors can make a donation that is directed to a specific item (or items) contained in the list below. The Himalaya Foundation will use the funds to purchase the necessary equipment.
For those donors wishing to make directed donations, the Himalaya Foundation is seeking funds for the following equipment:
| 50 Electric Fans | $40 each | Total = $2000 |
| 1 Solar Water Heating System | $2000 each | Total = $2000 |
| 6 Electric Water Heaters | $125 each | Total = $750 |
| 2 Central Cooling Systems | $2000 each | Total = $4000 |
| 3 Washing Machines | $500 each | Total = $1500 |
| 1 Electric Generator | $1500 each | Total = $1500 |
| 2 Refrigerators | $800 each | Total = $1600 |
30 Furnishing for One Child
(includes bed, linens, table
and chair, storage cabinet
and
clothing) | $200 each | Total = $6000 |
All donations, big or small, are necessary and appreciated. Donors may provide funds for one piece of equipment such as 1 electric fan, or they may provide funds for a number of electric fans.
As mentioned above, donors may also sponsor a child for $60 per month. This cost includes room and board, meals, study and play materials
The combined total for the acquisition of the land, the
construction of the orphanage, and the furnishing and educational materials will exceed $1 million (CDN) over the next five years.
Even a small amount can help!
A tax receipt will be mailed
out to you.
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