African Ministry

2009-2010 African Partnership

We made a difference with our St. Olaf 2008 “We Believe” Appeal. $60,000 was donated for
• Emergency Relief — Basic supplies of food, clothing and shelter for displaced persons

• Building Projects — Ongoing construction of health care clinic; school desks in Busia and Rabondo; security fencing in Rabondo; contribution towards a dining hall for Kiamwangi Catholic School

• Student Scholarships — 30 students in secondary school in Busia and Rabondo

Our St. Olaf 2009-2010 Appeal continues…reflecting the spiritual, educational and health care goals along with ongoing emergency relief for dislocated families of students.

Emergency Relief — is ongoing due to the rebuilding necessary following the political unrest of 2008, unpredictable famine, drought and poverty. Basic supplies of food, clothing, and shelter are always in need ($5,000).

Building Projects – include the ongoing exterior/interior structure of the Health Care Clinic in Kakurikit ($20,000); beginning construction of two library classrooms at the schools in Kakurikit & Rabondo ($10,000); ongoing construction of a dining hall for Kiamwangi Catholic School ($5,000).

Student Scholarships/Education Assistance — student fees/tuition to secondary schools in Rabondo and Busia ($10,000).

Through your generous donations, our partnership with the people of Kenya continues to offer opportunities for development of talents for the good of their families and communities. Partnering in schools, parish centers, and health clinics in the rural areas remains our priority. We are committed to this partnership and will continue to lift one another up and build the kingdom of God.

Our 2009-2010 African Appeal goal is $30,000. To make a contribution, drop your check in the collection basket, or bring/mail your check to the St. Olaf parish office. Make checks payable to “St. Olaf Catholic Church” and add “African Partnership” in the check’s memo space. For more information, call Mary Brady at 612-332-7471 or email: mbrady@SaintOlaf.org

Scholarship Gift Cards
We support the African Partnership Scholarship Program throughout the year with funds given in honor of loved ones. Scholarship Gift Cards are available from the parish office for any special occasion (birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries, etc.). Call 612-332-7471 to order Gift Cards or more information. Thank you!