2021 was significant for us as we moved forward in the breadth and depth of our projects and the level of support provided to individuals, families in the slum communities of Kotdwara, Bijnor and Chandigarh – especially in our response to the COVID pandemic in India.
We hope that you are able to take a small amount of time to read this report as we are confident that you'll be encouraged by how much has been achieved within the short space of 12 months. Link here
In 2021 we received donations and income totalling $220 911. This is an incredible amount and we are so thankful considering that in 2020 we received $149 539 and in 2019 we received $45 774. We believe that this amazing result reflects the deep compassion of our supporters as we witnessed last year the suffering in India caused by COVID, especially its impact on those living in poverty. Sadly today, we see the ongoing impact of the pandemic on many people …the poor just seem to get poorer – it’s a brutal reality and an ugly vicious cycle.
A special thanks goes to Janus Henderson Foundation for your donation of $51 000 and the MorningCrew, led by Andrew Costello (Cosi) at Radio SAFM for inspiring their listeners to donate $25 000 in just 2 weeks during the height of the lockdown in India. Thank you to everyone for your donation large or small - every dollar makes a difference. We know for a fact that your generosity has literally saved countless lives.
For those who have so generously given to the Project Help India story this year and in 2021, we can't thank you enough. You may not realise this but you are a significant part of the story of people’s lives. We 'do life' with these people and we have witnessed first-hand the difference your financial contribution has made to their circumstances, providing them with hope, dignity and love.
“At Project help India we seek to learn from the people we help and get alongside. We celebrate our differences, earning respect and building trust as we live life in community together.”
As we reflect on these many achievements, our thanks and admiration goes to two very special and inspiring people, Amit and Daisy Samuel. It is Amit and Daisy who each and every day, pour out their hearts, energy and love to their community. Their efforts and sacrifices often go unnoticed, and their work is challenging and difficult. Amit and Daisy are both incredibly well respected by the leaders of Kotdwara, they bring vision and are often called upon to provide counselling, guidance, respite and mediation. They are God’s love to this remote and often forgotten part of the world. If you would like to meet Amit and Daisy, we will be holding a Zoom supporters evening in August (invitation to come). Thank you also to our wider team of 28 staff In Kotdwara and Bijnor… you are all remarkable.
To our supporters, do not underestimate the power of your giving. Please continue to be generous because the impact on people's (especially children) present circumstances and their ultimate future is significant.
Please contact us, if you would like your donation to go towards a particular need or project that touches your heart. And please be in touch if you would like to know more.
